I Rebuilt the CHEAPEST (crashed) Porsche 997 Turbo and it broke down IMMEDIATELY

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[@matt13ross]

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[@Cybernetic_Systems]

I know you need to pay the bills to bring us your awesome content, but do you really want to be promoting vaping products on your channel? Here in Aus we’ve recently cracked down on them hard after university research found that in many ways they are worse than tobacco products. Researchers found pesticides, cleaning agents and potentially dangerous chemicals in vaping products, and even traces of nicotine in non-nicotine vapes.

[@matt13ross]

It's not a vape lol. There's no smoke, vapor, fog, etc. It's literally flavored air.

[@Soh90]

@@matt13ross Im buying one just bc you advertised it 🤣🤣 I need more 997 and E30 content 😅

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

@@matt13rossargh KZbin isn’t letting me post more info, but check out what the NIH has to say.

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

@@matt13ross”There is a broad literature suggesting that flavoring compounds like black pepper, cinnamon, vanilla, lemon/lime, mint, fir/pine, and eucalyptus contribute to airway toxicity, specifically, impaired respiratory immune cell function, cytotoxicity, and increases in oxidative stress”

[@matthiasschaal5552]

No, no, no, no, no, NO Matt. Take that tow flap thing off. Right away. Like now.

[@michaelbrunetti1062]

No kidding. After all, it's not a Honda civic...

[@plaspispoep]

Agreed

[@LouisEguchiWale]

Hahaha sound like a mum

[@DuanDao]

if you're going to keep it on, at least PPF that area or that flappy flap is going to scuff up your finish

[@quickliqproductions]

Its his car, if he want it, let him have it.

[@GreenG-314]

You have to be trolling us with the tow hook. But then again, there are those truck wheels....

[@michaellegere4823]

Those tow straps are ok on race day. Kinda. For every day I say no, no, no, and no. Did I say no enough. By the way. This build, GOOD content. 😊

[@elborikua951]

anyone who is surprised by the installation of that front tow strap, has obviously failed to notice the hideous wheels on the Air Hauler truck. While Matt exhibits outstanding work ethic and passion to succeed, his style choices are occasionally influenced by his Forza/GTA inner child.

[@matt13ross]

I'm still a child at heart!

[@elborikua951]

@@matt13rosswe all are!

[@glombz_]

Delete that tow strap immediatley! 🤦

[@1dskells]

Looks great man but you really need to get that tow hook off. A) it looks like it belongs in the hood (but given the wheels on your truck that may be the look you're going for) 😋 B) that strap is gonna beat the crap outta your paint

[@jeffhammond8969]

Just lose the tow strap for everyday driving! Buy the cap and have a clean front end. The fabric will end up being dirty and scratching the bumper paint.

[@bsfunk44]

That tow hook strap is going to flap around and scuff the paint my man

[@eskiiedup]

he owns a porsche he doesn’t care ny guy😂

[@shiny_f_eighty]

Agree with everone else on tow strap.. cool to have when u need it but not for everyday. Keep it simple, keep it clean🫡

[@plus790]

Don't leave the tow strap on there. It doesn't look as cool as you think, it could cause damage if you hit something, and the fabric is going to flap in the windand scuff the crap out of your nice shiny paint.

[@PompeyMatt17]

agreed...not a fan.. leave it with the tool kit...

[@richardgraham1167]

Tow strap gonna thrash the paint in no time. Ugly and bad idea. Get the bumper hole plug and use it.

[@J_________________________K]

That bumper latch is gonna flap around and scratch up your BUMPER, in my opinion.

[@kimsgarage]

Those conectors are easey when you get the trick. Just press it together, then use the thumb on the release and voila! Works like a charm.

[@matt13ross]

Mine never want to press in, at least not easily.

[@andrewfaulkner3315]

@@matt13ross Go in with a 90 deg pick tool from the opposite end you press with your thumb and pry up

[@PompeyMatt17]

I have the same connectors on my Z3 fuel tank. can I get them apart?.. nnnope.

[@mfujii1318]

For vag connectors use a 90 degree/reach around pick and lift up the tab and then pull, comes off easier than any other connector ever, spray it out w some air when going back in esp bumper connectors as dirt makes it extremely annoying

[@virtualburton]

Hey Matt, she’s coming along really nicely. Don’t be so hard on yourself - you built one car out of two from the bare chassis, so if that’s all that’s wrong I think you’re laughing! You said from a “guy with no experience”, but you have quite a bit of experience now so enjoy the fruits of your labors! Thanks for sharing.

[@matt13ross]

Thank you!

[@mdz_0151]

Hey Matt. I’ve just binge watched the whole of the series of the 997. Great job and looking forward to it being 100% finished. Absolutely gorgeous car buddy

[@matt13ross]

Thanks for watching it all!

[@996Revival]

The car is looking better all the time! Not surprised it broke. They do that until they’re sorted😆

[@hunterpinnell6254]

Totally agree Matt, the Porsche connectors are awful. Cannot tell you how many I mangled on my 997 Turbo. For a German car company you'd think they would do better.

[@sarahdell4042]

VW/Audi also have those clips. Watch a few videos on how to properly use them. Super easy after that!

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

TIP: Modern automotive connectors release more easily if you push the plug further into the connector, press the release catch, and then pull the plug out.

[@tomburns890]

You can also upgrade the driving/running lamps to LED it’s like $25 for USP for two bulbs very easy plug and play to match the LED fog lamps you put it with way way less hassle. Cheers

[@BennoSpecs]

Please put back the CCW’s and get rid of that damn tow strap! Hahaha

[@christopherbellisario9195]

Car looks soo sick! Can't wait for the rims :)

[@Luke28_01]

Looool I found out the hard way as well that JB weld does not do well when it’s a fuel line repair.. almost lit my engine bay on fire 😂🤦🏻‍♂️

[@kallefleck8717]

Nice .. race mod . Keep it on 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💯👌🏻

[@moneymikeslickwill8749]

Matt you are the man wen it comes-to these 911

[@matt13ross]

Thanks!

[@anastasiosmichailidis6468]

Keep the tow straps if you want to, but please, when the car is running, use a tube to get the exhaust fumes out of the garage. Even with open doors, it is toxic enough.

[@redtill1]

Yes for the love of god get the bumper cap & get rid of that red eye saw……please 🙏🏻

[@Mr_kay240]

as others have said, that tow strap will flail your lovely new paint off in a remarkably short amount of time.

[@BAKABRAND]

I still want to buy those 5 Spoke wheels from you when you're done with them!

[@barondugger]

good job!

[@davedave2941]

Porsche just like VW D electrical connectors - push in 1st then sight squeeze on sides and separate.

[@sammm700]

yes. i hate Porsche electrical connectors. all YT videos gloss over unclipping as if its trivial. its not.

[@milolll]

Weld it with a small welding iron, not glue it.

[@x27off]

99.9% amazing. HARD no on the tow hook.

[@vxracing380]

Wicked looking porsche! Love watching new videos of this!

[@matt13ross]

Thanks 👍

[@vxracing380]

@@matt13ross it's right up my street what you done is exactly what I would do. The colour the mods classay and tasteful! Well done on a good job! Can't wait to see the m3 e30 be done!

[@mudzzyhype5035]

I love the videos and the car ❤

[@federicodario5983]

Love the new color, but please reconsider geting back the oem Trunk/hood. The fitmen is not great on the newone

[@matt13ross]

I haven't adjusted it yet

[@stevesendecki6837]

It looks like the electrical connectors are like VW and Audi. If so, it helps to squeeze the connector together while pulling back on the release tab. That will let the release tab actually unhook, then pull apart. Pulling on the connector and release tab at the same time is futile. I learned this trying to change the oil pressure sensor on a VW R32 which is in an almost impossible spot.

[@JohnWilson-cn2ru]

Get some wheels and a slap in head for tow hook. Sorted.

[@selman7585]

Cars looking 👌. I would put a body wrap to protect your paint job.

[@davejones538]

Remember as a child my dad set fire to car drying fibreglass with a blow torch 🤣 excellent work Mr Matt

[@user-rn1ts8pc4w]

Push in the conector, push on the ridge on the tab.....pull and it will do a "poop" sound. Its a tight fit,silicon gasket and spray som WD-40 or siliconspray befor assembly. Weelcome from Sweden

[@Moonplant432]

JB Weld?!?! What could possibly go wrong?

[@gherbers]

That rear wing is begging for a carbon center section. Give it some contrast to break up the grey.

[@matt13ross]

I've been looking for one, couldn't agree more!!!

[@Soh90]

7:31 🤣🤣🤣

[@bigospig]

That tow hook flappy tongue thingy is going to whip around and ruin the paint around it.

[@marchough2424]

That is a sweet looking 997 Matt. Still looking for my perfect 996 or 997. Just driven immaculate 996 turbo X50 in blue. This may be the one. Will send you some pictures when I have it.

[@LadiezzMann217]

I didn’t know Bert Kreischer is a tow truck driver

[@okletsskate]

Nooooo, that flap thing looks horrible! It interrupts everything about the design!

[@DavidShamolian]

That rear gap fitment is horrible!

[@matt13ross]

It's still a work in progress

[@Perceni]

tow strap looks ridiculous, rice af

[@macstar8317]

That tow strap. No.

[@martynrollinson]

Only someone who liked those ridiculous wheels would think that stupid ricer strap is cool.... 😮

[@macgroober1396]

Car is looking great Matt. About that oil line, you may have stopped the leak, but those metal fittings don't look great. Plus the rubber is probably...how old? Don't think you have to go to Porsche or some name brand off FCP Euro for a replacement. Lots of cities have hydraulic line shops that just make lines. A/C, trans cooler lines, oil lines, power steering lines, you name it. And they're usually waaaaay cheaper.

[@matt13ross]

I'll leave it and see if the leak returns for now

[@TheCatoLee]

The VW connectors come loose ehen you pushthem together as you open the tab, then pull them apart. I’d try it on Poorsches also..💪🏻

[@andrebrown8792]

I’ll donate a bumper cap to get rid of that strap 😂 everything else is spot on though!

[@matt13ross]

Sure send it my way! Lol

[@charha01]

Nice video and it's good luck that your fuel didn't start a fire. That would have SUCKED!

[@matt13ross]

Agreed!

[@jays2231]

Mobil1 0W40 is not the best oil for these cars - not enough moly. Look into Driven racing oils and avoid bore scoring. From personal experience: my car use to tick after sitting for 2+ weeks. Ppl think it's lifters, but it's actually piston slap.. After i started using Driven oils, my car doesn't tick at all even after 3+ weeks of sitting. It has better protection additives that line the cylinder walls and stick to them.

[@matt13ross]

Same weight?

[@jays2231]

@@matt13ross Mobil1 was 0w40, Driven Dt40 was 5w40. I know it’s not a 1:1 comparison but the cold start after a month really wowed me. M1 5w40 might be good but I followed LN Engineering and Lake Speed Jr’s recommendations since they’re trusted in the Porsche community. They have detailed videos on why bore scoring happens and how to prevent it Loving the channel btw! I rebuild a lightly burned carrera s a few years ago so it’s fun watching others tear into this car

[@Khalifa_AlMuhairi]

Put back the stock bumper and wing , it makes the car look cheap

[@matt13ross]

The bumpers are stock. And the car didn't come with the stock wing.

[@Khalifa_AlMuhairi]

@@matt13ross it has that vents that look like from GT3 , I think putting a stock wing or a duck tail will transform how the car looks

[@rexalexandre9908]

Looks sick! When are you getting new wheels though?

[@matt13ross]

Soon!

[@pcar928fan]

That tow strap is going to flap around and fuck up your paint bro…

[@jonathanzumwalt4392]

Don't forget your torque your front wheel lug nuts back to spec. :)

[@dwtrksvc]

Buy a cap and have it painted asap! Throw that tow hook in the front

[@Timbo1969]

I’d take the bumper plug over the red seat belt sticking out all the time

[@BlakeMcBride]

I don't know that I love the tow strap, but, I do love it more than the wheels on your truck. :D Great work on the mods, car is really coming together. Now don't JB weld any more fuel parts.

[@matt13ross]

Ahaha, first truck wheel comment, you win!!! (but also f$#% off!!! lol jk)

[@BlakeMcBride]

@@matt13ross I mean, someone had to do it.

[@StraightLineCycles]

Some vintage wheels would set it off, but I still like it.

[@raymondgrieger9267]

Gap on engine lid looks off. Smaller on the right than the left, under the spoiler

[@matt13ross]

I haven't adjusted ANY panel gaps yet

[@StraightLineCycles]

Looks great!

[@fsujmm]

Delete tow strap!

[@pollatso]

Great content either way channel gets better and better 👍👍🙏🇬🇧

[@matt13ross]

Thanks 👍

[@nonameyoutuber-l2r]

Very underrated channel

[@matt13ross]

Glad you think so!

[@slowery43]

Recommend a 12V winch at the nose of your trailer, they can be had for under $200, as much work as you do in your garage installing one there might be a good idea as well OR just make your trailer winch removable

[@matt13ross]

Winch is in the plans for sure.

[@mikemorris7776]

Leaving the tow hook in is lame.

[@trackdayfever6991]

Hey where do you get the brass, aluminum washer kit ? Do you have all the washer size for doing the oil change in this kit ? Nice videos keep going !!🤙

[@matt13ross]

Amazon!

[@Moonplant432]

Push the connector in and press on the tab. You'll here is click. Then you're go. You can thank my S6. Yes, they are a PITA.

[@matt13ross]

I know how they work lol. They are just WAY more stubborn than any other connectors in any other vehicle I've worked on.

[@tonyt2004]

The braking news part has me rolling.

[@matt13ross]

Excellent!

[@stefaneulenstein]

i struggle with the Porsche electronic connectors too. the soft shackle looks fine. don't listen to these ninnies. it's a race car.

[@argento4321]

Matt you need to clean that engine with dry ice. I have seen the results on other channels and what you have done in 997 makes it worth it

[@matt13ross]

Absolutely want the whole undercarriage done, BUT I need to get EVERYTHING else on the car sorted first.

[@argento4321]

@@matt13ross The work you have done is incredible and would be the cherry on the top.

[@criordan5437]

Never understood rolling around with a tow hook/strap installed.

[@matt13ross]

Well I needed it in this video lol

[@david_s1]

what is with the zip tie at @15:42

[@Prestobuilt]

R and D exotics is in pa they mite of had wat u need

[@evovento]

Matt, I noticed in the video the bottom side of your front bumper you don't have any kind of skids. Trust me I have a wide body 996 miles works and the first thing I did was bought a couple of those skid kits off of Amazon that go on the bottom of that bumper. This allows you to slide that bumper on something and not f****** the carbon fiber. They're cheap. They're like 60 bucks. Just look up bumper protection.

[@matt13ross]

Skids on the lip?

[@L0000NEY]

Great video as always. But leaving to tow strap on 247 is a bit cringe. Are you 16?

[@DHDII]

Not far from me 👍🏻

[@jordanmicheal9791]

How do you get into moding/ rebuilding cars without expressions. It looks so overwhelming. Al the wiring and little parts

[@matt13ross]

I swear a lot

[@Joe_Bader]

Was the video sped up or do your quickjacks actually make that gurgling sound when they go down?

[@matt13ross]

Sped up lol

[@Joe_Bader]

@@matt13ross ok good. I was gonna say!

[@rmfth]

Dude what are those electronic lifts you have? I need me a couple of those bad boys

[@matt13ross]

Quick jacks! Linked in my description box

[@rmfth]

@@matt13ross Awesome, thanks!

[@jitm023]

Where are the BMW’s!!

[@matt13ross]

Working on them too

[@aa240sx]

Bummer man but didn't you just get a trailer? I would have just ubered home and got the trailer and save some $$ unless you have AAA?

[@matt13ross]

I didn't want to leave the car on the side of the road. And I'm still rebuilding the trailer, so it wasn't ready to use yet. But in the future, yes!

[@MrStlvette]

I like the tow strap, purists need to take a chill pill or some gummies! 😂 The 997 you completely rebuilt is amazing.

[@matt13ross]

Ahaha, right!

[@ramonesfreak2010]

You ever bring any of the cars to Hunt Valley Cars & Coffee?

[@matt13ross]

I haven't heard of that, no.

[@ramonesfreak2010]

@@matt13ross for some reason i assumed you were in MD. Think i saw a plate. Its every saturday in Cockeysville, MD. Not far from PA.

[@Soh90]

Forget what everyone else is saying, keep the tow strap. PPF the front bumper and you’re good to go. I think it looks cool.

[@dyi01]

Is it just me or does your rear bumper and engine hatch have some fitment issues?

[@matt13ross]

Haven't adjusted any gaps yet

[@bernarddalbeck2199]

I agree with others, get rid of the towing hook I don’t think it’s a feature 🤷‍♂️

[@jamest5149]

You are luck not to have burn down your car… a good lesson learnt… don’t bodge a fuel line.

[@matt13ross]

Right on!

[@patricksullivan6114]

If you think it’s worth 100K dump it now.

[@matt13ross]

May be a forever car

[@dekabwerks]

lol the breaking news. Are you GA based?

[@matt13ross]

PA

[@dekabwerks]

@@matt13ross well thank you for the PA content brother. Love it 😊

[@manuelsola5117]

It’s called a new pump

[@matt13ross]

That's not the pump. The pump is mounted at the bottom of the tank.

[@manuelsola5117]

@@matt13ross I meant sending unit

[@matt13ross]

Yes