Parts

Updates....

Fuel Rail replacement went pretty smoothly. The cost of a new rail at either of my favorite spots, Pelican Parts, and Paragon Products was way too much. Over $500. That's 20% of the cost of the whole CAR!! Those guys are great for most things, and Pelican has a very helpful technical section.

I did, however, find a place that is basically a chop-shop for Porsche's. It was recommended by a friend in NC who knows the sales rep there. It's called DC Automotive, and you've probably seen it advertised in Panorama. They were able to ship me a fuel rail for $100. Happy days. One of the brackets was a little bent, but you get what you pay for, and it installed fine. Also got an injector rebuild kit.

While I was at it, I upgraded to Magnecore K85 ingnition wires. Strange to call this an upgrade, as they were significantly cheaper than stock wires, but everyone says that they are much better. Also replaced the spark plugs with some Bosche Platinums that were recommended.



She's currently at the doctor getting her nervous system checked out. Could be alternator, could be voltage regulator, could be something else. Too cold to diagnose in an unheated garage, so the pros get a stab at it. Also gives me an opportunity to show the mechanic the fuel rail he put in my car. ahem.