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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-17-2013, 11:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,965
Posted By srad34
Why would you put mudflaps on a Boxster? Is it...

Why would you put mudflaps on a Boxster? Is it for going off-road?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-15-2013, 11:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,454
Posted By srad34
I would check the oil cooler seal as this could...

I would check the oil cooler seal as this could leak down onto the cat. I would have thought the spark plus tubes are too far forward to drop onto the cat itself?
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-15-2013, 10:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,727
Posted By srad34
An update.... So I managed to locate the...

An update....

So I managed to locate the timing plate that bolts on the end of the early 986 camshaft, from the USA, this took 10 days first class thanks to good old UK customs!



Armed with...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-12-2013, 11:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 973
Posted By srad34
Its worth checking the bank 1 scavenger pump is...

Its worth checking the bank 1 scavenger pump is okay (its just below the AOS). If the pump is not working or the wrong way around, it will not pump the oil back into the sump effectively. This in...
Forum: New Member Introductions 04-06-2013, 11:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,508
Posted By srad34
Early cars apparently have the double row IMS....

Early cars apparently have the double row IMS. Whilst not bullet proof, they are more reliable than the later single row cars. The key is to change the oil regularly and don't be afraid to use it as...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-05-2013, 09:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 882
Posted By srad34
There was a craze in Germany a few years back...

There was a craze in Germany a few years back with bike engines being powder coated, looks awful IMHO, but each to their own!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-05-2013, 09:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,944
Posted By srad34
This car is awful, the engine is knocking,...

This car is awful, the engine is knocking, suspect IMS or failing cam-chain tensioner too. I emailed him and he claimed it needed a new tensioner, 10 min job apparently....What a joker.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-03-2013, 02:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,453
Posted By srad34
Welcome to the forum from me in the UK!

Welcome to the forum from me in the UK!
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-31-2013, 09:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,727
Posted By srad34
Update - I have sourced a replacement pump from a...

Update - I have sourced a replacement pump from a breaker friend of mine. Sadly the engine was a later spec 200-> with the locating pin as part of the cam sprocket, rather than mine with it being a...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-30-2013, 03:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,727
Posted By srad34
I am off to see a breaker tomorrow. The part...

I am off to see a breaker tomorrow. The part fitted to the cam chain gear is in tact, no damage, I think the shock was taken by the tab but I will grab a spare one just in case!
Cheers
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-30-2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,727
Posted By srad34
I plan to replace the whole pump assembly. The...

I plan to replace the whole pump assembly.
The remainder of the bolt is 1.5cm long, hopefully I can find the rest in the sump/filter. Its too small to be a load bearing bolt, similar to a sump bolt...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-30-2013, 11:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,727
Posted By srad34
Blown AOS & Oil leaks - Look what I found........

Hi all,

I thought I would share my findings after investigating another oil leak on my old Boxster....
In the last few months, we had 2 failed AOS units, I also decided to fit a catch tank and...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-27-2013, 09:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,242
Posted By srad34
Thanks, I think I will remove and inspect mine...

Thanks, I think I will remove and inspect mine this weekend. Makes sense while I am in there changing the oil.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-27-2013, 09:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,090
Posted By srad34
The top of my engine looks like this too, due to...

The top of my engine looks like this too, due to a split oil breather pipe!
Its pretty difficult to get the oil out too thanks to the inlet manifold - maybe use a baster to draw the oil out?
Clean...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-23-2013, 02:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,657
Posted By srad34
I think I will get one saying: ''My other car...

I think I will get one saying: ''My other car leaks less oil'' lol
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-22-2013, 11:27 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,407
Posted By srad34
Ours is a daily driver, although mon-friday is...

Ours is a daily driver, although mon-friday is only 5 miles a day. I use it at the weekend as its intended, 96k, bloody love it!
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-22-2013, 11:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,242
Posted By srad34
Do you have any images of the pumps? I have blown...

Do you have any images of the pumps? I have blown a couple of AOS and anything that could be checked will help.
Cheers
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-16-2013, 12:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,148
Posted By srad34
Hi, Its the key head that was faulty, it does...

Hi,
Its the key head that was faulty, it does emit a signal now but I can't get itto sync with the car and rather than continue to pay a stealer more cash,I would rather use the cash on something...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-15-2013, 03:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,148
Posted By srad34
Alarm issues!

Hi all,
Does anyone know if you can disable the alarm system on the 986?
We have had loads of issues with the alarm fob and a replacement key cost is crazy!
As the car is only used every weekend...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-14-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,697
Posted By srad34
The carpet will be a type of polypropylene. ...

The carpet will be a type of polypropylene.

That's all I know!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-14-2013, 02:57 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,431
Posted By srad34
Don't mix this with IMS failure, if your only...

Don't mix this with IMS failure, if your only getting some spots, keep an eye on the oil level and use it as normal. Unless its leaving a pool, I would not be overly concerned (plus leave some card...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-10-2013, 09:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 983
Posted By srad34
Immobilizer issue?

Immobilizer issue?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-26-2013, 03:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,751
Posted By srad34
Yep, some including me (North Lincolnshire) but...

Yep, some including me (North Lincolnshire) but mostly american users. This site is better than UK offerings for sure.....

I like yours, Guards red (not that I am biased or owt as I have one the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-23-2013, 11:33 AM
Replies: 59
Poll: Front Plate
Views: 10,127
Posted By srad34
Hmm, yellow plates are from Netherlands, but I...

Hmm, yellow plates are from Netherlands, but I like your style.
In the UK, you have to have front and rear plates and you are not allowed to change the font or size (officially) although a lot of...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-21-2013, 10:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,642
Posted By srad34
Its a shame you are down south as I would...

Its a shame you are down south as I would recommend Revolution in Huddersfield as they are ex-Porsche engineers and know their stuff.
If you register on 'Boxa.net', this is the UK Boxster website...
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