Updating 997 with Gen II LED rear lights?
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[EDITED] taillights beware!!!!!
The taillights for 997.1 have faulty circuit board. [EDITED] admitted it themselves. So if you buy them be sure at some point it will stop working for no apparent reason and your money has gone down the drain. Speaking from experience naturally.
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The taillights for 997.1 have faulty circuit board. [EDITED] admitted it themselves. So if you buy them be sure at some point it will stop working for no apparent reason and your money has gone down the drain. Speaking from experience naturally.
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Edited by dazren on Friday 16th May 14:29
Bit of a thread resurrection.
Whilst buying a sandwich today in Chapletown, Sheffield I saw a black 997 Turbo go past I think the reg was P777 xxx. I noticed it had what appeared to be aftermarket led rear lights on it. I thought they looked great and am toying with buying some for mine.
Anyone know the owner to ask which ones they are? I read mixed reviews on the Dectane lights giving error messages etc and at £500 a pair they aren't exactly cheap but they seem to be the best ones out there?
Thanks
Vron
Whilst buying a sandwich today in Chapletown, Sheffield I saw a black 997 Turbo go past I think the reg was P777 xxx. I noticed it had what appeared to be aftermarket led rear lights on it. I thought they looked great and am toying with buying some for mine.
Anyone know the owner to ask which ones they are? I read mixed reviews on the Dectane lights giving error messages etc and at £500 a pair they aren't exactly cheap but they seem to be the best ones out there?
Thanks
Vron
I have the Dectanes, they're definitely the best OE looking ones out there, the Rottec's look too aftermarket IMO. Never had an issue with mine in the ~3 years I've owned them.
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Slackster said:
Hey Vron,
That was me! dectane LED's... had them on my 997 c2s and transferred them onto the 997tt.. Never had a problem with them and they do look pretty smart.
Were you in a porker ? I didn't see any around at lunch!
Ha no! I don't use mine for work.That was me! dectane LED's... had them on my 997 c2s and transferred them onto the 997tt.. Never had a problem with them and they do look pretty smart.
Were you in a porker ? I didn't see any around at lunch!
I was running across from the sandwich shop to the car park ! Think I might get a set ordered then. Thanks.
Vron said:
Bit of a thread resurrection.
Whilst buying a sandwich today in Chapletown, Sheffield I saw a black 997 Turbo go past I think the reg was P777 xxx. I noticed it had what appeared to be aftermarket led rear lights on it. I thought they looked great and am toying with buying some for mine.
Anyone know the owner to ask which ones they are? I read mixed reviews on the Dectane lights giving error messages etc and at £500 a pair they aren't exactly cheap but they seem to be the best ones out there?
Thanks
Vron
I had the dectane rear LED's on my 997 Turbo and thought they looked pretty decent - more OEM than the Rottec ones imo. They very simple to fit 'plug and play' basically and although I heard of a few issues with the early production ones I think that was all sorted and never had a problem with mine.Dectane also do LED side repeaters as well which again I think look ok and not too 'blingy' but each to their own. Whilst buying a sandwich today in Chapletown, Sheffield I saw a black 997 Turbo go past I think the reg was P777 xxx. I noticed it had what appeared to be aftermarket led rear lights on it. I thought they looked great and am toying with buying some for mine.
Anyone know the owner to ask which ones they are? I read mixed reviews on the Dectane lights giving error messages etc and at £500 a pair they aren't exactly cheap but they seem to be the best ones out there?
Thanks
Vron
Vron said:
Thanks for the replies I've ordered a set.
Do the side repeaters fit the Turbo Ok as the front bumper is different to the Carrera ? I haven't been able to find drl's for the turbo bumper?
yes mate the opening for the side repeaters is the same again easy to fit..just make sure you twist the little rubber boot back on properly its this that keeps it watertight. There is a DRL for 997.1 Turbo I think Design 911 do them but not entirely sure. The only thing then is to change the front Fogs and small side lights to LED's as they look rather yellow compared to the whiteness of the xenon headlights. I did the side lights that was easy but the front fogs requires all sorts to put in resistors etc to stop warning lights so didnt bother but I saw a car with them done looked far better.Do the side repeaters fit the Turbo Ok as the front bumper is different to the Carrera ? I haven't been able to find drl's for the turbo bumper?
Arrived and fitted.
A little disappointed with the fit for £500. I have tried to adjust as best I can but there are limits so the lines aren't perfect. There are no rubber buffers in these unlike the originals and nowhere to swap the original buffers in either.
In summary do look nice (imo) and no error messages.
The photos don't come out well for the brake lights - an orange appearance but they are definitely red. The whole red led section lights for the lights on, then the 'C' shape lights when braking. They do reflect a LOT on the under surface of the rear wing though
Sorry pictures are upside down - they are the right way up on my phone and computer !
A little disappointed with the fit for £500. I have tried to adjust as best I can but there are limits so the lines aren't perfect. There are no rubber buffers in these unlike the originals and nowhere to swap the original buffers in either.
In summary do look nice (imo) and no error messages.
The photos don't come out well for the brake lights - an orange appearance but they are definitely red. The whole red led section lights for the lights on, then the 'C' shape lights when braking. They do reflect a LOT on the under surface of the rear wing though
Sorry pictures are upside down - they are the right way up on my phone and computer !
Hey Vron,
what parts don't fit well?
my rear lights appear to be spot on but did need a bit of manipulation to get them to follow the intended route, It was nearer the pointed corner as it goes towards the door where I had to push inwards as I slid them in, otherwise they popped out a bit.
what parts don't fit well?
my rear lights appear to be spot on but did need a bit of manipulation to get them to follow the intended route, It was nearer the pointed corner as it goes towards the door where I had to push inwards as I slid them in, otherwise they popped out a bit.
Vron said:
Martian O said:
Vron said:
Well it says 'S' on Reg document and it has ceramic brakes.....
'S' on the V5? Tiptronic S maybe?Porsche never made a 997.1 Turbo S.
Ignore him Vron he's just jealous cause he's from Mars.
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