Boxster air filter

Originally Posted by texomawaves

I'm a newbie here... bought my first Porsche (98 Boxster) one week ago. Yes I'm very excited and wow, do I have a lot to learn. I've had the oil, tires, brakes, etc etc maintenanced. But Damn... where is the air filter? I'm an experienced shade tree mechanic and this car has me starting from basic 101 Thanks! Chris

While you're changing filters check out your AC filter in the front of the car by the battery. I can almost guarantee you it has not been changed either. Once you remove the cover that shrouds the battery you should see it and there is a drain there that collects leaves and debris you will want to clear it as it can cause you grief if it's plugged and the compartment fills with water.

[RandallNeighbour]

Avoid the oil-based air filters. They'll foul your MAF and that will cost you $$$.

The front AC pollen filter is pricey. Get the cheaper of the two available.

I get my filters from Sunset Porsche in Oregon. Quite reasonable.

And texomawaves, you'd do well to buy a factory user's manual for your car or a Bentley repair manual, both of which outline this and many other important things about your newish car.

Enjoy your ride!

[Jaxonalden]

Originally Posted by RandallNeighbour

Avoid the oil-based air filters. They'll foul your MAF and that will cost you $$$.
The front AC pollen filter is pricey. Get the cheaper of the two available.

I get my filters from Sunset Porsche in Oregon. Quite reasonable.

And texomawaves, you'd do well to buy a factory user's manual for your car or a Bentley repair manual, both of which outline this and many other important things about your newish car.

Enjoy your ride!

A properly maintained and serviced filter WILL NOT foul your MAF. In the long run you'll save money. Also, be careful when walking near the edge of world, you might fall off.

[RandallNeighbour]

Evidently, "properly maintaining and oiling the filter" isn't as straightforward due to the amazing number of forum members who have replaced their MAF's due to overoiling those filters.

Why not just avoid them altogether since there are so many alternatives that have no potential for harming an expensive part?

That's my point.

[jmatta]

I agree; if you are unable to follow instructions, do not get an "oil type" filter. However, I've run the Evo Hi-Flo cone filter on my car for over four years, without issue. I wouldn't pass up the sound the intake makes. But don't over oil; this is what leads to problems owners have experienced and they blame the filter, not themselves.

[Adam]

Oh come on guys, let's not start this again about paper vs cotton air filters. Neither of you are going to change each others minds. Lets just agree to disagree!