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There is no other like Mike that knows Porsche gearboxes like he does.

303 aerospace protectant for rubber More info here; https://the303product.com/ See Amazon, or other suppliers, used it for years, great for tyre walls too! Ant.

Mike B, the guru of the north, diagnosed the noise as potentially 5th gear clipping the idler when in other gears. He kindly messaged me with details of what to check, and would you Adam and Eve it - he was right. Adjustments made and for the cost of an o-ring, a gasket, and a shaft seal, all was looking good. However, another couple of issuettes with the gearbox have presented themselves, so rather than risk it, it will have a full checkover. For those who know who I got it from, he has been a top bloke throughout. Unfortunately, unless someone has a spare gearbox for me to borrow & fit this coming week, then given my sailing commitments that means that I'll be taking a daily driver to CLM

Great @Chris T thank you that’s what I will do 👍🏻

Anyone know what the height, width and depth of the Porsche or CSF fender or front wing (behind the headlight) oil cooler is please? I can’t find the sizes anywhere 🤷🏻‍♂️ Thanks, Dave

What you propose would work, don't worry about current, it is minimal. Personally I would buy the bit I linked to AND a Ctek extension and cut the near end plug off, cut the cigarette lighter end off your charger and solder on the correct plug on what is left of the extension. Voila the correct plug and an extended charging lead!

Thanks @Chris T @Type911 for the links, how would I connect my Porsche trickle charger to these ?can I get the opposite end of the connector to attach to the Porsche charger and just chop off the 12v plug thingy what goes in cigarette lighter. or should I just buy a new noco and sell the Porsche one Will this work or is it not a safe option due to current thanks

I’ve tried them all and this is available on Amazon for about £18 it really does last well and gives you a nice matte finish Forever Car Care Products Forever Black Bumper & Trim Restorer

The Noco version; https://www.amazon.co.uk/NOCO-GC002-X-Connect-Eyelet-Terminal/dp/B004LWQ35Y/ref=sr_1_4?crid=386KN0YRS5KLB&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vlccJ2Q5tKdaGJ_zALkoYQ6vOHG0lrCXyl8gOvIzvyogg0gk0ZJbL47p3nR2gQMDhOXU9zpk9RUMdMecv6zvYby1movuB14Kp0mo1muC5VMnvNLlEUxcrGzu0heq0IneaW_Kio-xx8WMID9-4mqZgscwZqtdp5erFWQ9hs92ASA0Du0V1MLXzP3dcDwoVAQvqAXsUHMi6NuubqGfXM0Q4WTtUK5-ludUECiJMmauycKRZy_ZM3-nOPdWgVqkfcxkamZbRla5PSSkL5BMlhqDiDuUsEICUtpDlQ9SdCeDZfk.MZED8-nDJRv0jAhpTcwJafrahAht4Ii2l3HsRawVUTc&dib_tag=se&keywords=noco+connector+battery&qid=1747923264&s=automotive&sprefix=noco+connector+battery%2Cautomotive%2C79&sr=1-4 The fuse gives you extra piece of mind

I'd start at the speedo sensor/pickup on the side of the gearbox, assuming it's G50. This thread might be useful too.

Interesting, I've only ever had a flickering oil level gauge and had to change the sensor. I am assuming there is also some speed sensor as well, maybe investigate that? SS

I’ve been driving my 3.2 Carrera for a good while now, and lately I’ve noticed something odd during longer drives—especially in warmer conditions or after a spirited afternoon behind the wheel. After 45 minutes or more of steady driving, my speedometer starts behaving strangely. The needle doesn’t stop working, but it begins to flicker or lag behind ever so slightly. It’s not erratic enough to call broken, but it's noticeable enough that I can’t ignore it anymore. At first, I assumed it might be a loose connection or maybe the speedo cable binding slightly, so I cleaned and checked it—but the issue still shows up on longer runs. The weird part is that it only happens after the car’s fully warmed and has been cruising for a while. I’ve started wondering if dashboard heat soak or even just general heat around the cluster or wiring could cause the sensor to behave differently. Do any of you think it might be temperature-related, or am I barking up the wrong tree? I’m not seeing this happen with my other gauges—tach, oil pressure, and oil temp are all steady—just the speedometer. One thing that got me thinking more deeply was when I paid attention to the actual role and behavior of the speedometer. Basically, the speedometer is a device that measures how fast you’re going and displays it in real time—mechanically or electronically depending on the model year. In the case of the 3.2 Carrera, it’s mostly mechanical but influenced by electronic signals, depending on the exact setup. I recently came across a web-based tool that acts as a live speed monitor for all travel modes, and comparing it side-by-side with my analog gauge gave me some clarity. The digital reading stayed smooth throughout the drive, while the needle in my dash seemed to jitter slightly once the car had been running for a while. That got me wondering—could vibrations, heat from the dash, or maybe even signal noise be affecting the speedometer's behavior in older cars? Another theory I’m playing with is related to grounding. Has anyone checked the grounding points behind their gauges or in the cluster area? I’m wondering if a weak ground or corroded connection could introduce subtle electrical noise or inconsistency in signal delivery to the gauge. If anyone has cleaned up their grounds or added extra ones to stabilize the cluster, I’d be really interested to hear what kind of difference that made—if any. I’ve also thought about the speed sensor itself—can it wear out slowly over time, giving inconsistent signals, or does it usually just fail outright? Because if it’s a gradual thing, it might explain what I’m seeing. Or maybe it’s not even the sensor but something further along the chain like the wiring harness. Has anyone gone as far as replacing or inspecting the entire harness route just for a minor symptom like this? I'd love to know if this is something others have dealt with, or if maybe my car’s just got one of those unique quirks. What have you checked, replaced, or adjusted when your speedo needle started acting jumpy only after the car had been running hot for a while? Looking forward to any tips or ideas that could help me track this down.

I have one of these Ctek compatible cables on every car/bike and have changed my accumate and Noco outlet ports to suit it. https://amzn.eu/d/aGBFXNi

The NONO's have a permanent connector that easily fits to the battery with an inline fuse

Thank you @PeterK

Use a connector (rated for the current of the charger) on a short lead permanently attached to the battery.

Thank you for all the replies and advice it’s appreciated. think I will get an adapter to attach to the battery which I should then be able to use the 12v plug thing which is on the charger already Would I be best cutting the 12v plug off and fit a connector to the battery terminal, then it just connects when I need it rather than using crocodile clips. sorry if this is daft question but completely new to using a trickle charger

If you looking for a restorer, I'd suggest Solution Finish Black Trim Restorer. Looks expensive for what you get, but goes a long way and lasts quite a while.

Gtechniq C4 is fantastic stuff but expensive. I use Autoglym bumper care gel which is very good but you do have to reapply every now and then.

Hi, Can anyone recommend a good solution for cleaning the black plastic / rubber impact bumper itself. They tend to look milky over time.

Thank you for all the detailed info… it’s much appreciated

For planning a route you can’t beat an old fashioned OS or Michelin map if abroad. Following the green scenic routes usually gives you some great driving roads. I actually then use either Tom Tom Go to put it onto a digital map or Google maps as it’s easy to plan then share with a group. The Michelin App is also good especially in France.

What apps do you recommend hmg? Thanks SS

It’s absolutely sh**e in the real world other than to maybe use as a tool for route planning. Garbage. If you have to divert even slightly off your chosen route it just keeps directing you back to the original route even if you are a few miles down the road. Far better apps out there for road trips and days out.