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From Mick: @crystalvelasquez2446, I’m glad you liked the video and getting into radios. There are lots of options, but most are pretty similar. The good thing about these radios is that they are cheap and you can get both. Learn the repeaters in your area and get a good antenna with adapter to use with the handheld. 73’s

@billyjenkins3015 it’s holding up really well!!! I check every once in a while to make sure all is good - oil change coming up and I’ll check again! Thanks for watching!!! 👍🏻

From Mick: @tacticalbilly7602, I have not tried them…….yet. I’m always up for testing new radios.

From Mick: @bhoward9378, I have thank another viewer for giving me the heads up. Thanks for watching and glad to help.

From Mick: @elmostro82, it was a good time making this video. Always good working with the kids.

From Mick: @scottlittfin5832, thanks for watching and nice comments. You can open the hood, but watch which bracket you use and then NMO gets close to the wiper, but all works on my install. Plenty of leg room for passengers, seat also moves front and back.

@@Portie2216 Perfect, thanks!!

We have more coming - a lot of activity this time of year!

From Mick: @robertwoods8419, thanks for the heads up, I have not tested these stock antennas. I will have to, 73’s.

No animals were harmed during the filming of this Short...well, there are burgers on the grill....but no chickens!!! :)

From Mick: @skepticalhippo6376, I agree. This is the same for other radios too, if you watch some of my other videos, you can see me constantly tapping the radio to light up the screen. I need to see if there is a setting for constant on, that you can switch back if battery conservation is needed.

From Mick: @lancebangwell, you are correct sir, fun toy to play with.

From Mick: @MegaChuckD, sorry to hear that. Maybe try using an adapter to connect a remote antenna a good distance away. Also research signal level of such emissions for different radios. Hope you can stay in the game. 73’s

@MITSCG - good deal and thanks for watching! Pretty easy job on the Macan - Good Luck!!!

From Mick: @richardrodriguez5480, sometimes if / when the oil pan nut washer sticks to the pan I will use either a plastic tool or wood to tap on the edge to remove without scratching or damaging the pan. I have had to use a flathead screw driver on some old cars. Be careful to not damage the pan and especially any threads

From Mick: @VEGXTC, I typically use the CHIRP software to program all my radios the same. Once I have the CSV file set up for radio with the smallest number of memory channels I use that same for all (sometimes add GMRS or other special features depending on the radio). I’m also going to do some research on radio to radio transfer. Thanks for watching, good luck, 73’s

From Mick: @BRADH-xw8sw, thanks for watching. I’ll have to go back and review this radio, I’ve been playing with several others and can’t remember what they all do anymore. I’ll get back when I’m done traveling or get a chance to look at specs online.

@rogereckstrom5094 - thank you!!! We love doing these videos so it nice to hear people are enjoying them!!! My 996 has around 59,000 - I've put about 2,000 of those myself, hope to do ALOT more!!!!

@@Portie2216 I’m looking at a 2000 996 and it has the original IMS bearing and was wondering about your mileage, the car has 41k original miles and has the original IMS in it so I wanted to see what yours has. Thanks for the reply and keep up the good videos!

@rogereckstrom5094 - I have not done the IMS on this one either. From what I’ve read in my research the 99 & 00 both have the dual row bearing that does have a lower percentage of incidence. When I changed the oil both times there was no metal traces at all - checked the filter element as well - all good! Change oil every 6 months and make sure it’s full and 🤞🏻

@@Portie2216 I will do that for sure, thanks again!

From Mick: @brandonguerrero95, you are correct, I did not state that correctly, just wondering if the cheap adapter from the radio to the meter caused some problems. Thanks for watching, 73’s. I think I’m getting a better adapter.

@MichelGheorghe - thanks! It wasn't too long, I'd estimate an hour or two max! Good to have done - I have another video coming that will show how to make a grill for the vents on a Boxster 986. Same can be done for the 996! Check back in about a week and it'll be up!

From Mick: @TateStump, I used a fogging oil to coat the carb and pistons for storage over the winter. Run the carb bowls out of gas, then spray fogging oil in carbs, run a while, then when all dead, turn over engine while spraying to suck oil spray through carbs into pistons!

@antoinebigard4908 with the magsafe charger it stays put, also the shelf is on a slight angle that helps keep it in place. I'm really digging the setup and strongly considering for the Boxster I'm currently working on. I have no complaints after a few months of use - great product!!!

From Mick: @ytstephanehenry, I’ll research the difference and get back, probably frequency range or power.

From Mick: @curtisyoncis7880, I’ll have to look into that, they could be several reasons why such as functions, power, or quality. Thanks for watching and commenting

Had one similar to this one he's showing. After 1 day, display turned upside down and everything was in Chinese. They sent me a free return sticker and mailed that china junk back.

From Mick: @suidafrikaanseboer3320 - thanks for watching and interesting comment. Can you let me know why you use the two different frequency ranges, is each farm different or both frequencies used on the same farm? I’ll have to do some digging into the lower range. Thanks again for the comment

@jordynrobles3881 - we did not have to bleed the distribution block specifically, I believe the whole system bleed when we did it from the four corners. Did it twice to make sure - been driving awhile with no issues so we consider it good to go!

From Mick: @djsoundzentertainment42 - I did not know reason for limitations, I’ll have to look into the rules.

From Mick: @ColoradoForestBeings - I would say they both about the same range. They are both about same watts (within 2 watts of each other). Range depends more on path of radio waves with few obstructions. I have hit repeaters 30 miles away with clear signal path but can’t hit others 4 miles away cause of hills. Watch my video testing range between three radios, I think original UV-5R did best.

@@Portie2216 am catching up on all your videos thank you so much!!

@@ColoradoForestBeings AWESOME - thanks for watching and glad you're enjoying them!!!

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From Mick: @peterliljequist160 - you are correct about the .5 watts. I should have noted, you can listen on those channels but the radio will not transmit. There is a lot to cover on theses videos, it is nice people chime in and add things I missed. Great community.

FCC says only handheld GMRS radios can transmit on the 8-14 channels.

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From Mick: @peterliljequist160 - you are correct about the .5 watts. I should have noted, you can listen on those channels but the radio will not transmit. There is a lot to cover on theses videos, it is nice people chime in and add things I missed. Great community.

Power output isn't the reason why you can't transmit on channels 8-14. The only reason is because the FCC says only handheld GMRS radios can transmit on those channels.

@EWSRadio - Haha thanks for catching that for us!!!! Title is updated!!!

@honeybadger1125 - As I recall you can use either pad on either side. I would read any instructions that may have come with the pads or look at the metal face to ensure it doesn't give instructions. The ones I purchased you could use on either side and both had a space for the pad sensor. Good luck and thanks for watching!!!

@Portie2216 alright then, thank u very much.

@user-dx4lt4fs6b - Thanks for watching and commenting - I literally can not wait to get this running and driving!!!

@darrellroireau4061 - this was just a sweet pattern I picked up at Hobby Lobby. Hopefully it lasts well in the sun!!! Thanks for watching!!!

@matthewcaughey8898 - you called it!!! Nice add!!!

@AR-gq8ju - yes engine should be running when checking and topping off oil. Here is the process for checking and topping off ATF: Information * Read out the ATF temperature using PIWIS Tester II 9818. * The ATF temperature must not be higher than 30 °C at the beginning of the ATF test. * The ATF level changes as the ATF temperature changes. * Perform ATF test when the engine running and selector lever in position P. * An ATF test performed when the ATF temperature is too low will result in overfilling. * An ATF test performed when the temperature is too high will result in insufficient filling. * An ATF level that is too high or too low will impair the function of the transmission. Information * The ATF level is checked at the ATF inspection plug. * The ATF level is correct if a small amount of fluid still emerges at the ATF inspection plug at an ATF temperature of between 30° and 50 °C. Information Always pay particular attention to the following before raising the vehicle: * Deactivate the levelling system before raising the vehicle (press and hold the levelling system button for at least 10 seconds). * If a transmission range is engaged while the vehicle is raised, the levelling system must first be deactivated using PIWIS Tester II 9818. To do this, select >>Levelling system/PASM<< >>Drive links/checks<< >>Activate/deactivate vehicle<< in the control unit overview. Select the value "Deactivate levelling system (permanently)" and press "Start" [F8] to execute the function. Re-activate the levelling system when the work is complete. To do this, select the value "Activate leveling system" in the same menu item and press "Start" [F8] to execute the function. 1. Read off the ATF temperature on PIWIS Tester II 9818 while the engine is running. 2. Leave engine running at idle speed. 3. Place oil collection pan underneath. 4. Fill manual metering pump Manual metering pumps HDP 500 Porsche WE 1372 with ATF for the Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK). 5. Check and top up ATF. 5.1. When an ATF temperature of 30 °C is reached, unscrew the ATF inspection plug 5.2. If ATF emerges from the ATF control opening before the ATF temperature has reached 40 °C, the ATF level is OK. 5.3. If no ATF emerges at a temperature of up to 40 °C, add ATF using manual metering pump HDP 500 Porsche WE 1372 until ATF emerges. Information 1. The ATF inspection plug must be closed again at 50 °C at the latest. 2. Switch off the engine if necessary, let the transmission cool down and repeat the test. 6. Screw in and tighten new ATF inspection plug with a new sealing ring. Tightening torque 45 Nm (33 ftlb.)

@markwagner4909 - oh you know that's right! Wish I had a 4 door hardtop!!!!

@markwagner4909 - tryin to keep the sweet ole cars on the road! Thanks for watching!!!

@@Portie2216 I get that. We have a 1975 Olds 88 convertible with the big 455 it needs restoring it was a one owner We just sold a 1966 Corvair convertible and a 2007 corvette with 24,000 miles on it.

@@markwagner4909 Sounds like you have some really sweet cars!! T-Dawg sold his Corvair before we started the channel, wish we had some content on that one!

From T-Dawg: @ igreshi - Haha - my girlfriend says its like a "going to church car" - good vibes all around!

I have a Yaesu FT 530 HT that I bought new over 30 years ago and it still works as new. I now have an FT70DR a TIDH8 a TYT 88. Yes the UV5R is a cheap radio. I think for the money the TID H8 is a good radio. Time will tell if it lasts 30 years.

From Mick: I agree with both of you. The higher end brands should be more reliable and that should be considered depending on use. I am amazed at what the cheaper radios can do and are great for playing with, newbies (like me), and testing/practicing. I also agree, get your license (ham and GMRS).

@user-dx4lt4fs6b - we are getting soooo close!!!! Thanks for watching, more coming soon!

@user-dx4lt4fs6b - just adding some panache to the ole Caddy!!! Thanks for watching!!!

@johndao4660 - Shopping around I got most of the parts from FCPEuro.com, they do sell the complete kit if you want to go that route. For the bolts that I replaced I got them from Gaudin Porsche in Las Vegas, I buy a lot from them - good prices! For the fluid/oil I got that on Amazon. All the parts are listed in the description! Good luck!!!

From Mick: @bradyseitz2883 - the specifications for the UV-5R 8W indicate max frequency of 450 MHz

Thanks!!! More coming soon, putting on the front drivers suspension this weekend and we'll have a roller!!!

@wishesgranite936 - thanks for watching - glad this helped!!!

@michaelr.ingelsby1975 - I ordered my replacements from www.suncoastparts.com - was $69 for the pair and I did not have a black foam as you stated. Not sure I've seen that - where did you buy from?