08-21-2013, 02:39 PM
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Could be a VW cap ? I'd replace it asap.
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08-21-2013, 02:45 PM
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Not VW. See my post above, where I show the bag with the correct Porsche part number. And I bought it from a well-respected indy. And apparently I'm not the only one with one like this...
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08-21-2013, 03:44 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by clickman
Not VW. See my post above, where I show the bag with the correct Porsche part number. And I bought it from a well-respected indy. And apparently I'm not the only one with one like this...
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Either way, get the OEM one direct from the dealer - order from Suncoast or Sunset, both ships to Canada.
After reading this thread I think I'm going to pickup the 04 cap tomorrow just to be safe... I noticed there's condensation around the cap area recently. (I have 03 cap and it's around 2-3 years old.)
Last edited by ekam; 08-21-2013 at 03:46 PM.
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08-21-2013, 04:42 PM
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Changed mine in May. My coolant level was getting low (around the 'min' mark). Wasn't any sign of residue around the cap area and it was dry under the carpet. Since the cap change and top-off the level has stayed just below the full mark.
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08-21-2013, 02:45 PM
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I agree with ekam. Maybe you picked up the wrong one. Got mine from the dealer recently and it's identical to the top one pictured.
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08-21-2013, 03:08 PM
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This is what my packaging looks like. Similar but not exact.
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08-21-2013, 05:25 PM
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78k with 02 base original cap...looks like I will be switching caps soon.
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08-23-2013, 05:47 AM
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I will post pics later but I found white residue outside of my 03 cap. Will post pics later.
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08-23-2013, 09:13 AM
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My '97 with 103K mi had the original cap AND had previously (to me) had the water pump and tank replaced. In addition, my mechanic looked everything over and did not mention it first...point being not "everyone" shares the concern with using the original cap. I agree with the logic to replace it and requested that my mechanic change it at the last oil change.
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01-17-2014, 01:15 PM
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^ smart. and Friday bump. We must have a lot of new Members since thread start.
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01-17-2014, 02:10 PM
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Original...
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01-17-2014, 03:09 PM
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I believe it's original. the only one I've had
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01-18-2014, 07:04 AM
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original...on a 99
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01-18-2014, 02:04 PM
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New version of the cap at 73,000 kms, along with preventative maintenance: water pump, thermostat and coolant tank (among a dozen other things.)
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04-25-2014, 01:33 PM
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Friday bump...
And replace your gas cap too. I think it got rid of a CEL that kept coming up.
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04-25-2014, 03:08 PM
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Replaced it with the new version on my 2000S at 66K miles. Car was overheating before that.
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05-16-2014, 01:02 PM
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Just had a slight trail of coolant when pulling into the garage, condensation at the trunk, and I noticed the past 1-2 years, I was topping off with distilled water (not much, less than 1/2 cup).
Ordering from Suncoast right now...you guys rock!
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05-16-2014, 06:08 PM
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Started getting condensation in the trunk and replaced the original cap on my 2004S with 16,000 miles. Trunk is now free of condensation.
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05-18-2014, 05:49 AM
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On my second 04 version coolant cap. Caps seemed fine, just replaced them hoping to eliminate condensation.
Have always had condensation. No loss of coolant or overheating, except when water pump fails.
And I'm on my fourth water pump. Worn impellers each time.
100,000 mi 2000 base.
Last edited by jotoole; 05-18-2014 at 05:59 AM.
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05-18-2014, 07:26 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jotoole
On my second 04 version coolant cap. Caps seemed fine, just replaced them hoping to eliminate condensation.
Have always had condensation. No loss of coolant or overheating, except when water pump fails.
And I'm on my fourth water pump. Worn impellers each time.
100,000 mi 2000 base.
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Still have condensation, albeit very little.
Last edited by jotoole; 05-19-2014 at 12:24 AM.
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