Alex Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 Hi to all members eagerly awaiting the start of the 2011 driving season! Does anybody know where in Calgary I can purchase a 17 mm Hex key from? As part of the servicing on my '80 911SC, I plan on changing the transmission gear oil but require the large key to remove both the drain and refill plugs. Thanks! Alex 1980 911SC Targa 2006 997 C4S Coupe Quote Alex 1980 911SC Targa "turbo" - Light Blue Metallic 2007 997TT Coupe - black/black and black - now wrapped Gloss Red Metallic Link to comment
Fritz Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 Alex, check with Calgary Fasteners Bolt Supply House Foot Hills Industrial Fasteners I bought a set of metric Allan sockets at Princess Auto. Fritz Quote Link to comment
Rick Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 Hi Alex (and Fritz) I picked up a set of hex head sockets at Princess Auto for the very same job. They carry both Imperial and Metric sizes. cheers! Rick Quote Link to comment
Alex Posted March 22, 2011 Author Share Posted March 22, 2011 Thanks guys!....Oh, and while I've got your attention, which gear oil did you use? Looking through the Bentley 911SC workshop manual, it seems Porsche does not recommend synthethics for the fluid replacement, but all I have seen are synthetics or semi-synthetics..... Hey Rick, I couldnt see myself parting with that red beauty 993 of yours either....she's a keeper!......that is...........................unless you want to trade with my 911SC?........I know!...............just checking! Alex Quote Alex 1980 911SC Targa "turbo" - Light Blue Metallic 2007 997TT Coupe - black/black and black - now wrapped Gloss Red Metallic Link to comment
Rick Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 Hi again Alex The most common gear oil used (and recommended by Porsche) for Porsche transmissions is called Swepco. When I replaced the oil in my transmission I used a full synthetic called Royal Purple. It smoothed the shift action slightly and has performed well. I've had it in the car for over a year now. As long as you pay attention to the recommended viscosity you can't really get into trouble. The owners manual calls for 75W90. cheers! Rick Quote Link to comment
Keith Adams Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 The 17 mm hex key is used on Volkswagens as well. Concept-1 carries one with a square ratchet drive on it. http://www.concept1.ca they are by Blackfoot Motorsports. And always remember to remove the fill plug before the drain plug! Quote Link to comment
Keith Adams Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 Swepco seems to be made from juiced leprechauns for how expensive and hard to locate it is. I use Redline synthetics which are available (in best variety) at Mopac on 16th ave - they also carry Royal Purple. Quote Link to comment
Fritz Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 I stock Swepco. I bring it in by the case and have it for sale for our members. Fritz Quote Link to comment
Keith Adams Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 I stock Swepco. I bring it in by the case and have it for sale for our members. Fritz I'm telling the leprechauns where you live then. Quote Link to comment
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