Monthly Archives: October 2011

Odds and Ends

We had to fix an exhaust leak on an SC the other day that was caused by a couple of loose header nuts. Pretty easy fix to drop down the exhaust and re-anneal the copper gaskets on that side. Friday … Continue reading

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Porsche Certified Pre Owned:

I have seen this time and time again with Porsche CPO used cars. A poor inspection by the dealer, a CPO stamp, and put it on the lot as a perfect vehicle. The person getting hurt? The buyer, and Porsche … Continue reading

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1994 3.6L Turbo

Prepped this little 21k mile gem for PCA Palooza here in a couple of weeks. Inspection, oil change, and brake flush and she is ready for a romp through the Arkansas hills. But wait, there’s more…..how about some new Bilstein … Continue reading

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Important Public Health Announcement: Porsche ED

Have you noticed your Porsche just isn’t up to the task any more? Are you ready to take it for a spin on a curvy road, but yet it just isn’t ever in the mood? Don’t worry, you aren’t alone, … Continue reading

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The 356 Lives!

Karl has posted some of the work on this car in the past.  Just a quick update.  She is alive and kicking.  Got it started and took it for a “lot drive” this week.  We have also continued getting everything back together … Continue reading

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Sometimes free is worth it.

Had an ’02 Turbo in for a little minor repair and noted the headlights looked like this: Also noted the left front turn signal did not work. These are not what the car came in for and I couldn’t charge … Continue reading

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Jetta GLS Cam Followers

Replaced the hydraulic cam followers/tappets (or lifters as some people refer to them), on the Jetta GLS today. It has been seen in the past on the blog for clutch jobs, etc. Ahhh 2.0L’s of fury….or maybe furry. Hard to … Continue reading

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Catch us on Facebook!

While we aren’t the greatest social networkers, we do update the RennsportKC Facebook page with posts and pictures now and again. Find us and like us on Facebook!

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Rockin’ Into The Night

Things keep rolling long here at the shop. I have been backing up on my blogging, so will try and catch up by the weekend. Not only have I been neglecting the blogging, but I have been neglecting MiniMoo. For … Continue reading

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Even on Sunday!

Karl is always stuck with blogging duty so I thought I’d try and help out a little.     This is what we had when we closed the doors Saturday so I figured I’d come in Sunday and knock a … Continue reading

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