Hey guys,
Didn't think I'd be posting so soon with an issue but unfortunately my 2010 Cayman S is pulling to the right slightly.
Backstory: I purchased the car CPO from a not-so-local dealer (apx 500km away) with just over 30000km on it. It had a clean bill of health (no prior issues, accidents, etc) according to dealer and carfax, and as part of the process they fitted a brand new set of Michelin Pilot Super Sports.
I've only put about 3000kms on the car so far (as it spent a few months in the garage while I waited out winter) but I've been noticing a slight pull to the right in recent weeks. After fiddling with the slightly uneven tire pressure from its winter slumber I had to accept it was likely an alignment issue.
I took it in this morning to my local dealer (not the one who sold the car) and had them perform an alignment. They pulled a few numbers into the Porsche specified range, as well as noticed that the front right caster is at the low end of the specified limit. The technician that drove (briefly) the car noticed the same slight pull that I did, which was still present after I picked it up. Without further diagnosis they're not sure what's causing it, and have offered to do a ride-along with me to chat about the issue and potential investigative/corrective measures.
Before I start throwing more money at it I was hoping someone might be able to provide insight or point me in the right direction. In case it helps, here are the alignment numbers they recorded:
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The service technician also advised that the caster is at a non-adjustable angle. I asked if it was a potential cause for the pull and he said its highly unlikely that the caster would affect alignment like this.
Anyone have any similar issues, and/or an inkling of what might be causing the pull? It's not severe enough as to pose a danger, and is only noticeable on straights - but obviously I'd prefer to not have my car pulling at all. It's a bit annoying and I worry that it will cause uneven tire wear in the longterm, if not something worse.
Appreciate any and all advice/recommendations!
Thanks fellow enthusiasts,
Caydan
Didn't think I'd be posting so soon with an issue but unfortunately my 2010 Cayman S is pulling to the right slightly.
Backstory: I purchased the car CPO from a not-so-local dealer (apx 500km away) with just over 30000km on it. It had a clean bill of health (no prior issues, accidents, etc) according to dealer and carfax, and as part of the process they fitted a brand new set of Michelin Pilot Super Sports.
I've only put about 3000kms on the car so far (as it spent a few months in the garage while I waited out winter) but I've been noticing a slight pull to the right in recent weeks. After fiddling with the slightly uneven tire pressure from its winter slumber I had to accept it was likely an alignment issue.
I took it in this morning to my local dealer (not the one who sold the car) and had them perform an alignment. They pulled a few numbers into the Porsche specified range, as well as noticed that the front right caster is at the low end of the specified limit. The technician that drove (briefly) the car noticed the same slight pull that I did, which was still present after I picked it up. Without further diagnosis they're not sure what's causing it, and have offered to do a ride-along with me to chat about the issue and potential investigative/corrective measures.
Before I start throwing more money at it I was hoping someone might be able to provide insight or point me in the right direction. In case it helps, here are the alignment numbers they recorded:
The service technician also advised that the caster is at a non-adjustable angle. I asked if it was a potential cause for the pull and he said its highly unlikely that the caster would affect alignment like this.
Anyone have any similar issues, and/or an inkling of what might be causing the pull? It's not severe enough as to pose a danger, and is only noticeable on straights - but obviously I'd prefer to not have my car pulling at all. It's a bit annoying and I worry that it will cause uneven tire wear in the longterm, if not something worse.
Appreciate any and all advice/recommendations!
Thanks fellow enthusiasts,
Caydan
