Can we SAVE this customer thousands £££££

When another Porsche workshop told a 997 Turbo S owner they needed two new turbos and handed them a five-figure bill, we weren’t convinced. At Porsche Mode, we’ve seen this before — and suspected something much simpler.

In this week’s workshop update, we dig deep into the diagnosis, uncover the real cause, and show how the right expertise can save huge money. Along the way, we’ve got:

A GT4 RS track setup at Donington

GT3 Issue we have never seen before!

A Cayman GTS in for a PDK service before problems start

Front-end suspension overhauls

Track car prep for our own 996 Turbo and the “Top Gear Challenge” Clio vs S3 showdown

If you own a Porsche 997 Turbo S, GT4 RS, GT3, Cayman GTS or similar, this one’s packed with tips on avoiding unnecessary costs and getting the perfect setup — whether it’s for the street, track, or sales floor.

⏱ Timestamps:

0:00 – GT4 RS vs 991.2 GT3: Back-to-back on track setup day
3:45 – Geometry tweaks, ride height drop & aero changes for Castle Combe & Donington
8:10 – Surprise free alignment for a GT4 RS owner
12:05 – GT3 rattles after pothole hit — unexpected shock top failure
15:30 – 981 PDK fault: 12-year gearbox service explained
20:40 – 996 Turbo track prep ahead of Donington
23:50 – 997 Turbo S “blown turbo” diagnosis from another workshop
27:10 – High-pressure fuel pump fault uncovered — not a turbo failure!
31:45 – How a seized turbo actuator can cause confusion
35:15 – Estimated savings vs original quote
37:30 – Cayman GTS preventative PDK service & minor service
41:20 – Front suspension rebuild on a 997 Carrera
45:05 – AC condenser replacements & MOT prep
47:10 – “Top Gear Challenge” Clio 200 vs Audi S3 — budget track battle build-up

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