RS Autowerks

Porsche Service and Performance Expertise in Southern California

RS Autowerks delivers Porsche service rooted in decades of hands-on experience across air-cooled classics, water-cooled performance models, and factory-built race platforms. Our background includes professional motorsport support, Porsche Motorsport North America relationships, advanced diagnostics, and deep chassis and engine familiarity across all Porsche generations.

From a 964 or 993, to a 991 Turbo, 992 Carrera, or a GT4/GT3 Cup race car, we provide the precision, mechanical insight, and motorsport-level care your Porsche demands.

Comprehensive Porsche Care

Engine Expertise

We support Porsche engines from classic air-cooled platforms to modern turbocharged and GT-series powerplants, including:

  • Air-cooled engines: 2.0L–3.8L platforms across 911, 964, and 993
  • Mezger engines: 996 Turbo, 997 Turbo, GT2, GT3, RS
  • M97/M96 engines: Carrera, Cayman, Boxster, S, and GTS variants
  • MA1/MA2 engines: 991 and 992 platforms
  • Turbocharged platforms: 930, 964 Turbo, 993 Turbo, 996/997 Turbo, 991/992 Turbo, and Turbo S
  • GT-series engines: GT3, GT3 RS, GT2, GT2 RS
  • Transaxle engines: 944, 944 Turbo (951), 928 (all variants), 968

Our engine services include:

  • Top-end rebuilding: valve work, cylinder resealing, air/oil leak correction
  • Mezger service: coolant pipes, bearings, timing components, oiling issues
  • M96/M97 diagnosis: bore scoring, IMS evaluation, oil analysis
  • Turbocharger service: inspection, boost diagnostics, wastegate issues
  • Cooling system service: radiators, pumps, thermostats, coolant hard lines
  • Intake & fuel system service: carbon cleaning, injectors, air metering issues
  • Complete engine rebuilds: air-cooled, Mezger, and modern water-cooled platforms

Motorsport-Level Experience

Our motorsport background spans both professional and club racing, with decades of hands-on support for Porsche race programs. We have competed in and supported:

  • Professional Series: IMSA, World Challenge, Grand-Am, SRO, Pirelli Drivers Cup
  • Club & Amateur Series: PCA Club Racing, POC, NASA, SCCA, VARA, SVRA

We also have extensive experience working with Porsche Motorsport North America (PMNA) for parts support and factory technical guidance.

Factory Race Cars We Support: 996 GT3 Cup, 997.1 GT3 Cup, 997.2 GT3 Cup, 991.1 GT3 Cup, 991.2 GT3 Cup, 992 GT3 Cup

This deep motorsport foundation informs the precision, discipline, and diagnostic approach we apply to every Porsche we service, street or race.

Transmission & Drivetrain Systems

  • Manual gearbox service: clutch, flywheel, synchro diagnosis, shifter repair
  • PDK service: fluid, filters, temperature-related drivability checks
  • Tiptronic/ZF service: fluid, solenoids, engagement issues
  • Limited-slip differential service: rebuilds, clutches, motorsport setup
  • Transaxle cars (944/951/968/928): torque tube service, clutch, driveline vibration diagnosis

Turbocharger Systems

We provide complete turbocharger and boost-system service for air-cooled and water-cooled Porsche platforms.

  • Boost leak diagnostics: smoke test, plumbing inspection
  • Turbocharger replacement: OEM and upgraded systems
  • Wastegate service: mechanical adjustment, diaphragm issues
  • Intercooler & charge pipe service: leaks, failures, performance upgrades
  • Heat management: shields, lines, cooling strategies

Suspension, Handling & Braking

  • Coilover installation: Öhlins, Bilstein, KW, JRZ, MCS
  • Bushing & spherical bearing upgrades: precision chassis improvements
  • Complete suspension refreshes: air-cooled to modern 992
  • Corner balancing & race alignment: street, canyon, time-trial, and Cup car setup
  • Brake systems: PCCB service, iron-rotor conversions, big brake kits
  • Center-lock maintenance: hub cleaning, torque procedures, safety checks

Electrical & Diagnostic Capabilities

  • PIWIS factory diagnostic software
  • PicoScope oscilloscope diagnostics
  • Module coding, programming, repair
  • CAN-bus and electrical troubleshooting
  • Air-cooled and water-cooled charging system diagnostics
  • GT and Cup car motorsport electrical support

Classic Porsche Support

We provide preservation, restoration, and performance development for early and transaxle Porsche platforms, including:

  • Air-cooled 911: long-hood, G-body, 964, 993
  • Transaxle specialists: 944, 944 Turbo (951), 928 (all variants), 968
  • Classic platforms: 914, 912, early 356 mechanical work (non-body)
  • Vintage fuel & ignition: CIS, Motronic, carbureted systems
  • Mechanical & cosmetic restoration planning

Common Porsche Issues We Address

  • Cooling system failures: radiators, pumps, coolant pipes, thermostats
  • Bore scoring & oil consumption: M96/M97, MA1 evaluation and repair
  • Air/oil separator failures: smoke, oil control, vacuum issues
  • Turbocharger issues: boost leaks, wastegate faults, smoking turbos
  • PDK concerns: temperature faults, engagement issues, fluid service
  • Air-cooled oil leaks: crank seals, chain housings, valve covers
  • Center-lock hub maintenance: cleaning, torque verification, wear inspection
  • Electrical faults: alternators, grounding, CAN communication issues
  • Suspension wear: bushings, ball joints, control arms, steering components

Porsche Models We Service

GT & Performance Models

GT3, GT3 RS, GT2, GT2 RS, GT4, GT4 RS, 911 Turbo & Turbo S (all generations)

Street Models

911 (all generations), Boxster, Cayman, Panamera, Macan, Cayenne, 718 platforms

Classic Porsche

914, 912, 964, 993, 944, 944 Turbo (951), 928 (all variants), 968

Race Platforms

996 GT3 Cup, 997.1 GT3 Cup, 997.2 GT3 Cup, 991.1 GT3 Cup, 991.2 GT3 Cup, 992 GT3 Cup

Why Choose RS Autowerks for Your Porsche?

  • Deep Porsche Motorsport Experience: Professional and club racing background across IMSA, World Challenge, SRO, and more.
  • Factory Race Car Expertise: Full support for multiple generations of GT3 Cup cars.
  • Broad Platform Knowledge: Air-cooled, water-cooled, turbo, GT models, and transaxle cars.
  • Complete In-House Solutions: Maintenance, diagnostics, engine work, race prep, and restoration planning.
  • Precision-Centered Approach: Every Porsche receives motorsport-level attention to detail.

Contact RS Autowerks

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