Porsche 911 997 Convertible - What You Should Know About The Roof - 14 Diary of a Porsche Specialist

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  • Опубликовано: 4 дек 2024

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  • @2philly7venz
    @2philly7venz Год назад +2

    Amazing content. I have a 2009 C4S Cabriolet that I've owned for 4 years. I've never checked the drains. Never knew the rear seats we're held in place with velcro or of the break in the carpet to check for water infiltration or how to check for infiltration within the rear boot. Most appreciative of the information. Thanks again.

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  Год назад

      Thanks so much for the feedback and kind words! Enjoy your 911! Raj

  • @captaincoyote1792
    @captaincoyote1792 8 месяцев назад +1

    I’m a happy owner of a 1990 944S2 Cabriolet….in Baltic Blue with linen-colored full leather interior. I ‘gifted” it to myself, the year I turned 50 that coincided with the same year I was promoted to Navy Captain. Here I am almost 20 years later….and I am seriously considering a later model 911 Cab. I have to say, that color combination of yours, especially that leather color….gorgeous. Bravo-Zulu….well done on your presentation. Thank you, brother!

  • @RickyPatterson-x8z
    @RickyPatterson-x8z Год назад +1

    Wow, much more than I expected. Helpful tips in order for me to appear that I'm knowledgeable.

  • @Aaron-tm4xf
    @Aaron-tm4xf 3 года назад +4

    Thank you mate! I‘m about to pick up a 997.2 in a few days here in Toronto, Canada. Your video is extremely useful!

  • @jwheffner
    @jwheffner 2 года назад +4

    Thank you Raj for the excellent content!

  • @samUeLlovesmagic91
    @samUeLlovesmagic91 3 года назад +3

    Top man just got mine last week. Will follow your tips thank you.

  • @maqader20
    @maqader20 Год назад +1

    Thanks a lot bro. First time I know I can operate the convertible roof with the key.. I'm gonna show off..

  • @garethscott8168
    @garethscott8168 3 года назад +3

    Thanks for the video. Made me check my 997 Convertible with all the rain we are having. Back carpet on the drivers side was wet so definitely need to check the drainage holes. Hopefully that will sort it. Cheers.

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  3 года назад

      Glad my video helped! It is very common to be honest, even on Coupe and Targa variants too. Always worth checking, especially if the windows all condense up while the car is sitting on the drive or in a garage. All the best with it! Raj

    • @richardsimmons6470
      @richardsimmons6470 3 года назад

      Hopefully you did this before you wrecked the ECU
      1200 to fix!

  • @alhashmi247
    @alhashmi247 Год назад +1

    Great video, thanks for uploading.

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  Год назад +1

      Thanks Ali, no problem and happy to share videos like this! Raj

  • @anthonyworsdell
    @anthonyworsdell 7 месяцев назад +1

    Great content, thanks for this. Next door's pine tree drops its needles on the car and I think that might be causing the drain holes to get blocked. Off right now to Hoover it out!

  • @elizabethbordeaux2741
    @elizabethbordeaux2741 7 месяцев назад +1

    So glad I found you. Great information. I am considering purchasing a 2004 Porsche 911 Carrera. It's a beautiful car, but I would be a first-time Porsche owner - lots to learn first...to decide if this is the car for me.

  • @dvaria696
    @dvaria696 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for this I didn't know I could open and close the top with the key. Nice one!!

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  3 года назад

      Thanks and no problem, enjoy it. Sometimes owners that I buy these cars from have no idea too. Always worth reading the owners manual cover to cover. Cheers, Raj

  • @MichaelShaw206
    @MichaelShaw206 Год назад +1

    Wonderful video. Thank you so much for sharing it.

  • @superseven7947
    @superseven7947 3 года назад +2

    Great content.. I always learn something new in your videos!

  • @concernedliberal4453
    @concernedliberal4453 2 года назад +1

    Love that terra cotta interior

  • @DavidS-x9y
    @DavidS-x9y 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for posting this video! I also applied graphite lubricant to the hinges so it would operate smoother, as it was making nose going up and down. It sounds smooth now! Oh, also it is dry graphite so it does not drip and sticks well and is not stinky! I had to edit this! My buddy said just put WD40, and I said, no! Can you imagine the stink in the cab.

  • @george8718
    @george8718 3 года назад +2

    Hello from indiana,I just purchased a C4S 2029 great 👍 information,thanks 👻

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  3 года назад

      Thanks Geo 717, appreciate the kind words and enjoy the new 911! I will produce another detailed video in the future about this topic. Cheers, Raj

  • @scottjulien4905
    @scottjulien4905 3 года назад +3

    I was hoping to see the Porsche maintenance lubrication areas and the recommended best available products to use for the top mechanisms. Is that something you could share or guide where to find it?

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  3 года назад

      Thanks Scott, I'll produce another more detailed video in the future for sure! Cheers, Raj

  • @zerobytesfree
    @zerobytesfree 3 года назад +2

    Hi Raj, another very informative video. Hope you're well.

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  3 года назад

      Thanks Jason! I know there is more in terms of the mechanics etc but hopefully it’s a good intro to how to use and care for the hood! Thanks, Raj

  • @thomaspacker8393
    @thomaspacker8393 Год назад +1

    Thanks, very helpful!

  • @paddyschannel217
    @paddyschannel217 11 месяцев назад +1

    Great vid mate 👍🏻

  • @GBLeo
    @GBLeo 3 года назад

    Excellent video, lots of useful tips, I will have to visit some time. Thanks Raj.

  • @royprevost1154
    @royprevost1154 3 года назад +1

    Very useful, thanks

  • @sensaras
    @sensaras 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for sharing.

  • @phillipgrint9016
    @phillipgrint9016 Год назад +1

    My 2012 911 C4 Cabriolet 997.2 PDK key remote doesn't have the third button for the top, must have been an option with Porsche.

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  Год назад

      Hi Phillip, are you based in the UK? I think all came with it, do both keys only have 2 buttons? I suppose maybe it was an option I wasn't aware of, even in the UK. Thanks, Raj

    • @phillipgrint9016
      @phillipgrint9016 Год назад

      @@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE thank you for the reply back, but no, I'm across the pond in the U S and yes, both keys are original and neither have the button to push, just a solid piece, it does look like it could have the button in that location. Both keys only have the lock/unlock and the frunk release button. Let me know if you'd like a picture and if you could find out if it was an option. Thanks, Phillip

  • @jamesbond7524
    @jamesbond7524 Год назад +1

    Hi Raj, Have you been able to remove the constant squeking / rattling from where the soft top meets the door window?

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  Год назад

      Hi James, thanks for your question, its not something I have come across or solved, sorry about that! I'll listen out for the sound on the next one I stock. Thanks, Raj

  • @richardsimmons6470
    @richardsimmons6470 3 года назад +2

    HI
    My roof will not quite go into the storage compartment and remains slightly open
    The cover does close properly when the roof is closed
    Any ideas please

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  3 года назад

      Hi Richard, I have read about the microswitches failing causing similar issues. I think it may be a PIWIS diagnostic job to diagnose what the issue is, possibly a recalibration or replacement of some components. Fingers crossed it isn't expensive! Thanks, Raj

  • @thehpw
    @thehpw 3 года назад +4

    In the US there is no third key-fob button to lower the top, we have too many lawyers.

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  3 года назад

      Shame about that! Sorry to hear they took that function away, in a hot climate it is such a great addition. Cheers, Raj

    • @Edgy01
      @Edgy01 Год назад

      But we can install the Smart Top” kit which allows the standard key to operate the top. Google is your friend. Typical British understatement, about water draining into the inside! Can I “Miele it” instead of Hoover it?

  • @jitsinghaa
    @jitsinghaa 3 года назад +1

    Raj question on the 996 hard top conversion on a 997.1 What would be your advice on things to get and not necessary

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  3 года назад

      Hi, I have no experience with hardtop conversions sadly! Cheers, Raj

  • @wernerengel6357
    @wernerengel6357 3 года назад +1

    Hi Raj. Thanks for this great content. Have learnt a lot. The roof on my 997 jammed preventing it from fully closing on the weekend and found the plastic wing on the drivers side had come loose which prevented the roof from fully closing. I was able to refit the hinges on this wing and all seems good but why did it come loose in the first place. Do you have any ideas?

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  3 года назад

      Hi Werner, I am not sure, I haven't taken one of these apart myself sadly. Thanks, Raj

  • @davidjacobs8558
    @davidjacobs8558 2 года назад +2

    I have to say 991 rag tops were much improvement over 997's looking at this video.

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  2 года назад

      There was a big redesign in the hood mechanism and it has a different profile which some prefer! Cheers

  • @uguratmaz5924
    @uguratmaz5924 3 года назад +2

    Thank you for sharing this beautiful Porsches to world. Greetings from Turkey.

  • @channadevassgunawardena4162
    @channadevassgunawardena4162 2 года назад +1

    Do you know if you can swap out that steering with a sports wheel with paddle shifters?

  • @johnwalker3526
    @johnwalker3526 5 месяцев назад +1

    Replaced battery and now side windows won’t go up. Any fix? Thx

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  5 месяцев назад +1

      You may need to get the windows to relearn positions, my guess is one-touch operation on the windows doesn't work either? Google relearn one-touch operation Porsche.
      Cheers, Raj

    • @johnwalker3526
      @johnwalker3526 5 месяцев назад +1

      It worked!!!!! Appreciate your help!!!!!

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  4 месяца назад

      Glad it worked, happy to help. Cheers, Raj

  • @Sentosaman
    @Sentosaman 2 года назад +1

    Great tips as I’m currently looking for a convertible 911. This will help me to walk away from the “Demon possessed” cars!

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  2 года назад

      Thanks Robbey300, always check under the carpets! Even for old water damage, discolouration in the grey foam is a giveaway of previous damage. Cheers, Raj

  • @997sPorsche06
    @997sPorsche06 2 года назад +1

    I have a 997.1 can I get my key to open the top or is this only in the 997.2?

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  2 года назад

      Hi B A, this feature was available on the 997.1 too, I am not sure what year it was introduced, or what countries had it. The UK 997.1 C4S certainly had it, I've sold a few of those and they all had the feature optioned. Thanks, Raj

    • @997sPorsche06
      @997sPorsche06 2 года назад

      Thanks

  • @shqipeshqipe1352
    @shqipeshqipe1352 3 года назад +1

    Hi .. I got water under the front seats and the car is not working properly.. the top cover is stuck halfway open .. if i dry the modules underneath seats can slove the problem?

    • @richardsimmons6470
      @richardsimmons6470 3 года назад +1

      You need to get these seat out (4 torques screws)
      completly dry out the carpets.
      Try and dry the ECU but could be expensive to replace
      Good Luck

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  3 года назад

      Totally agree Richard, from experience it can be expensive, especially if the modules under the seat are left for a while wet. Good luck Shqipe.... Cheers, Raj

  • @oldrrocr
    @oldrrocr Год назад +1

    It seems odd to me that the best automotive engineers and designers (Porsche) have not yet figured out how to keep leaves and road debris out of the drainage tray/weep holes and the front airscoops... or even warn you that there is an issue. SMH🤔
    also, how long does it take the top to self-destruct? open/close 500 times? 1,000 times? Thanks!😁

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  Год назад

      Thanks 2RROC, it is a shame about these weaknesses for sure, but overall a Porsche is pretty good compared to most cars for longevity, even the hoods are good for many years, over 1,000 times I would say. Thanks

  • @leeeeeeeeeeeon
    @leeeeeeeeeeeon 3 года назад

    hi, I just saw water underneath the carpet you showed, how can I fix it?? please I will wait for your answer .

    • @leeeeeeeeeeeon
      @leeeeeeeeeeeon 3 года назад +1

      car is a 2006 911 carrera Cab, water not leak to the seats but I believe it's dripping down to where you showed in the video, under the carpet

    • @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE
      @MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE  3 года назад

      Hi! You'll need to lift the carpets and dry them with towels on the underside, find the blocked drain and unblock it. Use a water bottle with a funnel to see which drain is not flowing fast enough. Key is drying everything properly, the foam underneath the carpet can retain a lot of water! Cheers, Raj

  • @boston05011
    @boston05011 7 месяцев назад

    What year is this