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Old 12-07-2020, 04:55 AM   #1
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Changed the O2 sensors and made another DIY.

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Old 12-12-2020, 03:54 PM   #2
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Brought home my tree.

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Old 12-14-2020, 05:28 AM   #3
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Clean and waxed for winter storage. We're expecting snow in Central PA but I'll get it out if we get a nice day with clear roads.
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Old 12-14-2020, 05:59 AM   #4
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Gave the Box a new stablemate this weekend. 2018 Cayenne Platinum Edition. CPO, one owner, 22,400 miles. For the Box, my 3.8 FSI build is underway.










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Old 12-18-2020, 02:06 PM   #5
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Wrapping the back bumper kicked my butt.😭

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Old 12-18-2020, 02:22 PM   #6
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Still haven’t decided if I want to wrap mine, but learned about the fuse panel today while finally tackling the heated seats

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Old 12-18-2020, 07:14 PM   #7
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I’m sure it did! Looks great
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Old 12-19-2020, 02:17 PM   #8
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Finished installing a new top AND replaced the expansion tank. I will never again replace the expansion tank. I ran out of all my Sailor words putting that thing in.
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Old 12-19-2020, 04:21 PM   #9
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Finished installing a new top AND replaced the expansion tank. I will never again replace the expansion tank. I ran out of all my Sailor words putting that thing in.
Well done. Agree. Coolant expansion tank is the worst! It so bad that you don't even feel a sense of accomplishment afterwards.
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Old 12-21-2020, 11:13 AM   #10
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Finished installing a new top AND replaced the expansion tank. I will never again replace the expansion tank. I ran out of all my Sailor words putting that thing in.
Yeah, did mine in 2014, I had to start using the Philippine words on top of my sailor words... Even with the right tool it was still a PITA.
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Old 12-31-2020, 03:33 AM   #11
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Yeah, did mine in 2014, I had to start using the Philippine words on top of my sailor words... Even with the right tool it was still a PITA.
Turns out the coolant in the trunk wasn't from a leak in the expansion tank. the top middle spring clamp was loose causing the leak. At least I got to experience the joy of changing out the tank. AOS next.

Anyone need a good, 2 year old expansion tank? Have one laying around.
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Turns out the coolant in the trunk wasn't from a leak in the expansion tank. the top middle spring clamp was loose causing the leak. At least I got to experience the joy of changing out the tank. AOS next.

Anyone need a good, 2 year old expansion tank? Have one laying around.
I just picked up my 99 on Monday. Is there a way to check/verify that the xpan tank is good? I know it isn't leaking, yet.
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Old 01-01-2021, 11:41 AM   #13
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If the tank is yellow in color instead of almost white, it's old and likely to fail in the foreseeable future.

When they fail its usually sudden and there will usually be coolant on the trunk floor and dripping from the forward passenger side wheel well area. If you pull out the trunk carpet and remove the panels on the floor you can check for any leakage.

Mine would leak when the coolant got up to temperature and the tank expanded, opening a crack in its bottom. I could not see the crack from above, but the coolant was all over the trunk bottom.
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Old 12-20-2020, 11:29 AM   #14
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Changed oil in preparation for winter storage; on 1690 miles driven this past summer.
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Old 12-20-2020, 02:16 PM   #15
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Ugh 3" short of enough wrap to finish my front bumper 😑🔫
97" left, front bumper is 100" wide.

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Ugh 3" short of enough wrap to finish my front bumper 😑🔫
97" left, front bumper is 100" wide.

I am seriously impressed sir.

Well done, I like it!

Are you taking wrapping appointments?
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I am seriously impressed sir.

Well done, I like it!

Are you taking wrapping appointments?
Thanks! Yes I plan on wrapping the console and the dash mldg.
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Old 12-20-2020, 03:39 PM   #18
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Noooooooooo. Red stripe down the middle? ��
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If I wouldn't of ruined one qtr panel and had to start over I would of had just enough. I ordered 5ft X 50ft so that's what it takes with no mistakes.
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What about the mirror s
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