DIY Brake Flush? Easy? Also an oil question

[winovin]

Hi,

I am picking up my car soon after shipping it from DC to Spain, and I have a few maintenance related questions. I tried one of the local boards, but was advised to steer away from the Porsche centers here.

Prior to shipping, I was advised that my 03 996 needed a brake flush (contaminated fluid). How easy is that to do myself? What do I need? Also, is the correct Mobil 1 oil 0-40, or 10-40?

Thanks,

winovin

[M3 Ninja]

Hi,

I am picking up my car soon after shipping it from DC to Spain, and I have a few maintenance related questions. I tried one of the local boards, but was advised to steer away from the Porsche centers here.

Prior to shipping, I was advised that my 03 996 needed a brake flush (contaminated fluid). How easy is that to do myself? What do I need? Also, is the correct Mobil 1 oil 0-40, or 10-40?

Thanks,

winovin

I believe the factory fill is Mobil 1 0w40. A fluid flush is easy. Just buy a motive products pressure bleeder, some fluid, hook it up, and you're good to go. Since you're in the DC area, OG Racing in sterling has everything that you'll need. www.ogracing.com

Larry

[winovin]

Larry,

Thanks. Actually I have amended my profile since I am in Spain now and will have to look locally for those bits (hah!!!).