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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-13-2022, 04:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,087
Posted By tlc356
Radio on then off, maybe on again-03 S

The interim fix I've found is to insert a CD which often gets the radio working again. If not, eject the CD and the radio works. Crazy!!

Do you think the above "disconnect battery cable" fix will...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-03-2021, 01:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 883
Posted By tlc356
Thanks JFP. I guess it not a 2005 engine since...

Thanks JFP. I guess it not a 2005 engine since the third number is 6. He was told it's a 987.

016-68641533.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-03-2021, 10:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 728
Posted By tlc356
TPMS optional 2005

When I replaced aflat, the tire guy charged me for a monitor on my 2005. I asked why an he said he was replacing what was there. It appears that the PO got new tires and whoever put them on never...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-03-2021, 09:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 883
Posted By tlc356
Engine number interpretation please

A friend bought from a dealer who told him the engine in his 2005 Boxster S is a replacement from a 911. The number is 01668641533.
I believe the third 6 in the string says the engine is from a...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-20-2021, 03:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,176
Posted By tlc356
Mystery solved

Air filter checked out A-OK so I reinstalled the plastic cover with care.
A high rpm highway test proves that the strange roar with a flapping sound is gone.
I believe the air filter cover was...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-16-2021, 12:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,176
Posted By tlc356
Not the air filter

I was able to confirm that it is whole and looks healthy. The hunt continues.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-14-2021, 11:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,176
Posted By tlc356
Serpentine belt was changed several years ago.

Serpentine belt was changed several years ago.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-14-2021, 09:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,176
Posted By tlc356
Good question so I'll share with you about my...

Good question so I'll share with you about my getting to the engine. First, I had to respect the 20 rule which says the temp. has to be within 20 of my age and since I don't live in CA or FL, that...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-14-2021, 08:59 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,648
Posted By tlc356
My 2005 has the Bose system and the speaker sits...

My 2005 has the Bose system and the speaker sits on top of the carpet on top of the engine aluminum cover.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-14-2021, 04:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,176
Posted By tlc356
I've driven Boxsters since 2004 and am very...

I've driven Boxsters since 2004 and am very familiar with the sound of the engine over 4000. This is something new and very different.
And yes I'm familiar with the result of hitting the rev...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-11-2021, 10:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,176
Posted By tlc356
I've driven Boxsters since 2004 and am very...

I've driven Boxsters since 2004 and am very familiar with the sound of the engine over 4000. This is something new and very different.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-11-2021, 06:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,176
Posted By tlc356
Air filter failure? Anybody had one?

I noticed a small difference in engine noise at low speeds then when accelerating over 4000 rpm the noise rapidly increased a ton, into a power roar with some kind of "flapping sound". It is not an...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-18-2021, 04:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,889
Posted By tlc356
muffler-East coast

Tony: I'm near Boston and have a lightly used 986 muffler but no longer have a 986. tlc356 at verizon dot net
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 09-25-2020, 12:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 568
Posted By tlc356
Thumbs up Michelin 235/35ZR19 WTB Boston/Prov area

I blew out a front tire sidewall on my '05. It's a Pilot Sport summer tire. Let me know if you have one. Thanks
Text me at 617 eight seven five 3975.
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 09-18-2020, 03:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 474
Posted By tlc356
MA/RI 986 Muffler $150

This muffler is in great shape. I bought it years ago with very little use when I had a 986 and was hoping to modify it. Now I have a newer Bxtr. and don't need it. tlc356@verizon.net


I'm...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 12-13-2019, 04:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,293
Posted By tlc356
steering wheel lock?

I've experienced a problem where i have power but nothing happens when I turn the key. Turning the steering wheel released it and car started.

Probably not your issue but it is one thing to check...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 11-05-2019, 03:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 808
Posted By tlc356
Key won't lock car, remote works fine

My 2005 Boxster door key won't unlock the car, while the remote works fine. I've seen a video about the 986 where a small metal part bought for $5 on ebay is used to fix the problem.
Does anybody...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-07-2019, 08:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,062
Posted By tlc356
Anybody use Fixd scanner? 2005 S

This look interesting and they say it works with a 2005 S.

Anybody have experience with this scan tool?
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-07-2019, 03:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 700
Posted By tlc356
CEL flashing, runs rough, restart runs well

I have had this happen twice. Upon starting the engine is rough, maybe one cylinder missing and CEL flashing. After restart the engine runs as normal and the CEL is no longer on.
The 60000 mile...
Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 09-05-2019, 04:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,310
Posted By tlc356
Boston craiglist Bxtr $1000

It's not my car, I just saw the ad. so I only know what's in the ad.

it is in the parts section of Craigslist. with a bad engine, high miles, black. Seller is asking $1000.
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 05-31-2019, 05:43 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 637
Posted By tlc356
Tail lights, 986 red/amb/white pair, $100

Includes both tail light housings and a good left side lens (right side lens has a crack-you can have it too). Two amber side lights included. Pick up near Boston. MA or ship extra.

...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-17-2019, 06:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,019
Posted By tlc356
Update on squeal

I first posted this in Feb. I had bought the car in August and experienced the starting noise from time to time. A month or so after posting, the noise stopped. I think something had a bit of rust on...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-20-2019, 04:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,882
Posted By tlc356
front end shake

I thought of this post as I drove out of a parking garage and my front end had a bad shake that wasn't there on the drive to the garage. Upon inspection I found a stone in the outer tread of the left...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-12-2019, 04:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,019
Posted By tlc356
Starter squeal- how long before I need to replace?

My '05 has the occasional brief starter squeal that many others have reported. How many miles have others gone while living with this?

Is it just an annoyance or a sign indicating that I must...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 01-25-2019, 08:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,157
Posted By tlc356
cockpit cover sold

done ,sold etc.
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