964 DME - do I need a spare?

[Ranger 6]

Collecting my new car at the weekend and having searched through loads of threads for potential issues my first question is - should I buy a DME relay and keep it in the glove box?

The stories of complete and sudden failures which can so easily be fixed suggest it's a wise thing to do.

Second question is where does it fit - is it under the passenger seat?

[scotty_917]

Ranger 6 said:

Collecting my new car at the weekend and having searched through loads of threads for potential issues my first question is - should I buy a DME relay and keep it in the glove box?

The stories of complete and sudden failures which can so easily be fixed suggest it's a wise thing to do.

Second question is where does it fit - is it under the passenger seat?

yes...get a spare...it's located at the back of the fuse box in the front boot. I used to take mine out as a security measure if I was leaving it anywhere for a prolonged period!

[sleep envy]

for about £25 it save the potential hassle of being stranded and a breakdown call out

[Ranger 6]

Thanks - Good point on the security aspect.

[robmug]

Yes, definitely get a spare.

[Ranger 6]

Thanks for the overwhelming vote there....

So next question - where to buy one?

Are the 19.99 ones on ebay any good or is it a visit to the OPC?

If anyone has any good sources in Berks/Surrey then please let me know.

[scotty_917]

got mine from Hatfield OPC, though I know some who went to www.design911.co.uk. Good indy parts stockist should be fine.

[sleep envy]

scotty_917 said:

Good indy parts stockist should be fine.

Euro Car Parts

[kibosh]

Good luck with the collection!

[Ranger 6]

Thanks!

Unfortunately due to private plate transfers he doesn't have the log book back so pick-up has been delayed until he's got the doc's back. I don't want to be in that 'no mans land' where I've handed over money and his name is still on the V5.....

However - I'm hoping that next weekend will be good!

[scotty_917]

good call!....hopefully all'll go well for next week!!!

[Ranger 6]

Good news is that he's got all the docs back so will be collecting on Saturday

[Ranger 6]

Friday actually.....

[Kibosh]

He's beautiful! Enjoy!

K

[johnmaddox]

Great looking Porsche - always liked silver - doesn't show the chips as badly as dark colours which keeps them looking fresh for years....

[Pesty]

Fantastic looking 964. Always liked them in silver.

[Ranger 6]

Thanks folks.

It's fab to drive, I can also see what you 911 guys talk about the engine noise - had the roof down yesterday and it just sounds beautiful

The way the steering is alive and the whole chassis makes most other cars I've driven feel numb in comparison.