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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-25-2013, 10:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,983
Posted By Stan_D
Hi Lboxster I'm guessing the nice summer...

Hi Lboxster

I'm guessing the nice summer we've just had has put this problem on the shelf!

When the inevitable rains arrive, run your hand along the bottom of the door carpets: it they are wet,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-07-2013, 09:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,282
Posted By Stan_D
Thanks juicepro - well on this side of the pond...

Thanks juicepro - well on this side of the pond the powder-coating cost 400 Euro ($530). Like most things, I'm sure it's cheaper in the States!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-07-2013, 07:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,282
Posted By Stan_D
Refurbished Alloys and Painted Callipers

Just thought I'd share some pics of my freshly powder-coated/refurbished alloys and painted callipers on my year 2000 Boxster 2.7.

The accentuated shadow effect on the alloys is got by silver on...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-18-2012, 03:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 22,957
Posted By Stan_D
ilikeching - I have the exact same problem: door...

ilikeching - I have the exact same problem: door panels were never properly re-seated after electric window regulator repair and I suspect water is getting in via the door card plug holes. In fact no...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-17-2012, 04:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,368
Posted By Stan_D
Water leak woes

Year 2000 Boxster - Trying to get to the bottom of water leaking from the rear water drip pan area into the interior. I have taken the water drip pan out - it has a minor tear from a "dangling" push...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-15-2012, 10:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,468
Posted By Stan_D
Noahvel - did you find the reason for the water...

Noahvel - did you find the reason for the water leak?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-15-2012, 09:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,263
Posted By Stan_D
Did you resolve that leak, sfoster13? I have the...

Did you resolve that leak, sfoster13? I have the exact same problem - lifted the carpets, removed panels, etc. and I've water flowing in from around the drain tray behind the seat belt mechanism....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-10-2012, 01:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 22,957
Posted By Stan_D
Good god, that rust looks terrible! Just as well...

Good god, that rust looks terrible! Just as well you found it or you'd end up with a Fred Flinstone car!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-11-2012, 09:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 22,957
Posted By Stan_D
Interior water leak problem

If your car has persistent condensation in the winter and a damp mildew smell, chances are that the foam pads in the footwells and in the floor behind the seats are saturated with water.

Yesterday...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-04-2011, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,573
Posted By Stan_D
touchscreens with the top down

Guys - can these touchscreens be seen with the top down in full sun?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-10-2009, 02:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,118
Posted By Stan_D
Yes it was the water pump and cheap it aint!

Yes it was the water pump and cheap it aint!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-18-2009, 01:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,118
Posted By Stan_D
Thanks - hopefully its nothing more serious. Will...

Thanks - hopefully its nothing more serious. Will post up what the mechanic diagnoses.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-17-2009, 01:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,118
Posted By Stan_D
Rattle from engine, loss of coolant, burning smell?

Would appreciate some ideas on what this might be before I go to the mechanic next week:

1. Rattling noise coming from engine area noticeable when driving. No warning lights.
2. Got home:...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-02-2009, 09:54 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,636
Posted By Stan_D
OK, got some spikey rubber door mats. Quick &...

OK, got some spikey rubber door mats. Quick & easy to throw on and heavy enough not to be blown off. We'll see next week how moggy takes to these...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-29-2009, 02:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,636
Posted By Stan_D
Nice... but I'll end up prison and I don't fancy...

Nice... but I'll end up prison and I don't fancy being some neanderthal’s ********************.

I've come up with a short-term solution: piece of cardboard on the roof with double-sided tape: cat will not like...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-27-2009, 01:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,636
Posted By Stan_D
Thanks but it's happening where I park up for...

Thanks but it's happening where I park up for work - not somewhere that can be monitored.

Thinking of getting a piece of carpet, doused with repellent sprays & pepper, carry it in the trunk &...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-27-2009, 01:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,636
Posted By Stan_D
Actually its due a resealing - so good tip but...

Actually its due a resealing - so good tip but doesn't get rid of the pest!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-27-2009, 12:53 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,636
Posted By Stan_D
Mptoledo, Agree totally - slowing down to 50...

Mptoledo,
Agree totally - slowing down to 50 should be OK though! ;)

I could use cat repellent spray (sold to gardeners) on the roof - not really a longterm solution or will the cat remember...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-27-2009, 12:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,636
Posted By Stan_D
Yeah the car's outside and its not my cat, but...

Yeah the car's outside and its not my cat, but "relocation" sounds like an option.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-27-2009, 11:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,636
Posted By Stan_D
Problem with cat sleeping on roof

A cat has taken to using the soft-top as a sun lounger, covering the roof in hard-to-remove hairs. If I see any scratches from its way up or way down, I'll be bloody mad.

Anyone have any ideas to...
Forum: New Member Introductions 12-04-2007, 09:52 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,723
Posted By Stan_D
Advice for buying a 2000 boxster

I am considering buying a 2000 2.7 litre Boxster with 52k miles. The car was professionally inspected and it was reported that there was clutch judder in first gear on pull off but otherwise the...
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