Do performance brake pads squeak?
Brakes squeak in disc brakes because this is caused by vibration of the rotor, pads and caliper. Performance brakes will usually have a higher concentration of metal in the pads. Beveling the edges of the brake pads and using silicone adhesives when installing the pads can alleviate this squeaking.
Is there a problem with my Porsche 911 Carrera?
This “D-chunk” problem seems ironically to occur mostly in gently driven cars. 911 Carreras that are driven hard at the track or on the street do not tend to see this type of damage. At least with respect to the track cars, one theory is that these cars tend to have their oil changed much more often.
Why does my Porsche make a squealing noise when I brake?
This noise is often mistaken for a malfunction; however, that is rarely the case. Brake squeal is a result of a condition called stick-slip, [that causes] microscopic vibrations that create noise to be broadcast by the brake rotor which acts as a speaker. Necessity dictates that the Porsche brake system be designed with large rotors and pads.
Are there any problems with the Porsche 996?
Not all of the 996 cars will have the IMS problem, and it can be rectified for a few grand if you’re concerned, but it’s on the mind of every buyer out there. IMS problems aside, the 996 is absolutely stuffed with fragile, fast-wearing and expensive components, many of which can’t be reached without dropping the engine.
What happens when the air separator fails on a Porsche 911?
When this unit fails, the result is oil sucked out of the engine and into the intake. While the air-oil separator will not cause immediate mechanical damage to your engine, it may make it smoke tremendously and/or run roughly (see Pelican Technical Article: Porsche 911 Air Oil Separator).
What’s the horsepower of a Porsche 911 Carrera?
A 40th Anniversary Carrera coupe edition of Porsche’s long-lived 911 series is on sale for 2004. Only 1,963 will be built, and these versions will have an engine rated at 345 horsepower rather than the usual 320 hp.
This noise is often mistaken for a malfunction; however, that is rarely the case. Brake squeal is a result of a condition called stick-slip, [that causes] microscopic vibrations that create noise to be broadcast by the brake rotor which acts as a speaker. Necessity dictates that the Porsche brake system be designed with large rotors and pads.
When is the 40th anniversary of the Porsche Carrera?
Vehicle Overview A 40th Anniversary Carrera coupe edition of Porsche’s long-lived 911 series is on sale for 2004. Only 1,963 will be built, and these versions will have an engine rated at 345 horsepower rather than the usual 320 hp. The 2004 Carrera 4S model is also available in Cabriolet (convertible) and coupe body styles.
What does the new Porsche 911 look like?
Exterior Nearly devoid of extraneous trim, the smooth-bodied 911 looks the part of a near-supercar. Even though the sleek, low, curvaceous shape has remained essentially the same since a redesign in 1999, the latest Carreras look more assertive. Each 911 has Turbo-like headlights and a wide rear-end panel above oval exhaust tailpipes.