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Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 12-24-2013, 11:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,296
Posted By john90290
Boxster bike hitch

I made six of these and used one on my Porsche 986. Works great. $75


Porsche Boxster Bike Hitch 1 1 4" Receiver | eBay...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-01-2013, 02:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,408
Posted By john90290
Cheaper keys in the future!!

Was reading about this machine that just came out that clones the transponder so you don't have to pay the dealer 400 bucks for spare key!! Hopefully my local locksmiths get on board with this or...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-01-2013, 01:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,920
Posted By john90290
I use the leash that is attached to the gas cap...

I use the leash that is attached to the gas cap between filler tube and the gas nozzle boot in order to break the seal, works great and no gas on your fingers...unless you like that ;)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-10-2013, 07:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,344
Posted By john90290
2002 986 transmission fluid change now smell....

2002 986 non S with 5 speed. changed the transmission fluid and now after I drive there is this smell that emits from the car. It's not transmission fluid and it's not a burning smell. Just kind...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-10-2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,996
Posted By john90290
I use the soft side of some black velcro tabs. ...

I use the soft side of some black velcro tabs. Unseen and keeps the darn things from making noise or moving.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-09-2012, 01:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 909
Posted By john90290
LN Upgrade in Ventura or North LA County

I've got what I beleive is a slight RMS leak on a 2002 Boxster with 110k. Figure I'm due for a clutch and might as well get the LN IMS upgrade. Hoping to avoid a long drive to Bay area for the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-20-2012, 05:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,279
Posted By john90290
The willwood system is great but expensive and I...

The willwood system is great but expensive and I think more involved of an install plus it's pretty much always visible as is the bird rack system.

In addition the options that are out there are...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-27-2012, 07:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,279
Posted By john90290
Good points, appreciate the feedback. The only...

Good points, appreciate the feedback. The only modification is a half inch hole above the one inch hole and two bookend half inch holes Porsche engineers deemed appropriate to drill in the center of...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-27-2012, 06:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,279
Posted By john90290
Set to public now.

Set to public now.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-27-2012, 05:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,279
Posted By john90290
New 1996-2004 boxster bike rack

Gentlemen,

I came up with a relatively inexpensive and easy manner to install a bike rack hitch for my boxster. I have a provisional patent and want to put out a feeler to see what u guys think in...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-20-2011, 06:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 808
Posted By john90290
Boxster bearing tool for sale in San diego $170

Used this on my 2002 wheel bearings. Worked great. Got it from pelican parts. I am including the ball joint separator tool as weel. Save $100 bucks.

Rear Hub Bearing Tool SIRB90 Porsche | eBay...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-26-2011, 05:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,305
Posted By john90290
Successful rear wheel bearing change...kind of

The bearing went in as expected, but I could not get the damn rotor back on over the parking brake shoes...not sure why.

Car is on a jack stand so I could use some help on this one pretty soon....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-17-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 24,428
Posted By john90290
Thanks for the post! Can you describe the noise...

Thanks for the post! Can you describe the noise you heard?

Thanks,

John
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-07-2011, 07:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 897
Posted By john90290
Any thoughts? :o Thanks again--

Any thoughts? :o

Thanks again--
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-06-2011, 02:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,310
Posted By john90290
In my experience, that coolant tank is the worst...

In my experience, that coolant tank is the worst job. Not complicated but man did my arms look like I just got in a loosing fight with baby tiger...

Hang in there. I just got the water pump and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-06-2011, 01:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 897
Posted By john90290
Does this power steering pump sound normal to you?

Is this what my power steering pump is supposed to sound like? What's involved in swapping one out?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbQi7IlnHm4

Thanks!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-19-2011, 06:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,764
Posted By john90290
Axle removal

Can I remove the axle after removing the bolts by just undoing the exhaust a bit so it can clear the transmission??

I want to replace my wheel bearings while leaving the carriers on the car using...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-14-2011, 04:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,046
Posted By john90290
Wierd Noise from left side....2002 Boxster - non S

its a whinning sound kind of like a belt but it occurs only sometimes, clutch in or out, rpm not a factor and stops below 25mph instantly. It's loud and people stare.... I have shame...

bearing?...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-30-2010, 05:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,519
Posted By john90290
work smarter, not harder.... glad to be at...

work smarter, not harder....

glad to be at sea level either way... :)


http://fliiby.com/file/403032/fhhshjdkpa.html
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-25-2010, 06:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,177
Posted By john90290
This video has a great tip for checking behind...

This video has a great tip for checking behind the drain plug to look for bearing grease that may have leaked out indicating some possible future issue.

...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-22-2010, 12:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,724
Posted By john90290
Update- Problem solved...

Put a quart of ATF in the oil, ran for 30 miles, noise gone, lifter loose. Changed oil and filter today, quite as a mouse. Read about this fix on other forums and heard about it back when i was...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-21-2010, 10:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,724
Posted By john90290
What does that process run normally? does the...

What does that process run normally? does the engine have to be pulled?

Thanks for the input.

-John
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-21-2010, 09:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,724
Posted By john90290
What is this noise? bearing or lifters?

2002 Boxster, 97k, one previous owner, dealer maintained.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymHjSS1cCqA

Please note that on the video it sounds much deeper than in real life. It's for sure right...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-15-2010, 06:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,729
Posted By john90290
Nope, not that bad/loud or predictable as the one...

Nope, not that bad/loud or predictable as the one on youtube.

The engine mount makes sense as it needs one. But what in the engine mount wear forces it to make a noise?

It's never been...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-15-2010, 02:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,729
Posted By john90290
2002 Boxster knocking sound...once and a while

Car had one owner, dealer maintained, all service done, 97k. After car in warm, usually when i get home from work, i get out of the car to open the garage and i hear a knocking sound coming from the...
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