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mikefocke · 03-04-2011, 07:52 AM

I do what I can. I have a code reader and maintenance manuals. I'm far from a mechanic and don't really do much on my other cars.

I go to the local oil change or muffler shop and have them do things that I'd need a lift for that are in their area of specialty and where I know they do the same services on other Porsches. (examples might be oil change with oil/parts I provide or O2 sensor swap with a part I provide).

I cultivate a relationship (beginning at the PPI if possible) with a independent mechanic and have him do much of the work.

I go to the dealership for those services only they can provide. (special tools)

I value stamps not one bit...nor did I buying 2 Boxsters. I do value records and view thorough writeups as evidence of the care of the person performing the service.

03-04-2011, 07:52 AM	#6
mikefocke Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Sanford NC Posts: 2,537	How I maintain mine I do what I can. I have a code reader and maintenance manuals. I'm far from a mechanic and don't really do much on my other cars. I go to the local oil change or muffler shop and have them do things that I'd need a lift for that are in their area of specialty and where I know they do the same services on other Porsches. (examples might be oil change with oil/parts I provide or O2 sensor swap with a part I provide). I cultivate a relationship (beginning at the PPI if possible) with a independent mechanic and have him do much of the work. I go to the dealership for those services only they can provide. (special tools) I value stamps not one bit...nor did I buying 2 Boxsters. I do value records and view thorough writeups as evidence of the care of the person performing the service.