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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-17-2013, 05:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 872
Posted By broken2bfree
Thanks Ian, it took a while but figured it out

Thanks Ian, it took a while but figured it out
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-17-2013, 05:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,601
Posted By broken2bfree
convertable top transmission

Recently the gear broke in the right side convertible top transmission. Anyone that has had this happen knows what a pain it is to remove the transmission when the top is stuck in closed position....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-03-2013, 05:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 872
Posted By broken2bfree
top is stuck

anyone know how to force the top down with a broken transmission? It is stuck in closed position and will not budge.
Thanks
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-30-2013, 06:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,336
Posted By broken2bfree
no magnetic material in filter. went ahead with...

no magnetic material in filter. went ahead with bearing replacement, but have been told have chain guide issue. I pulled the cam covers and clean as a whistle. only debries I've found so far have...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-30-2013, 05:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,336
Posted By broken2bfree
inner seal was in tact. 2000 / 88000 mi

inner seal was in tact. 2000 / 88000 mi
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-29-2013, 06:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,336
Posted By broken2bfree
anyone ever seen just the front seal missing from ims bearing?

Finally got around to pulling bearing today. there was no seal on the front of the bearing. The bearing itself was in better shape then I thought it would be. full of oil, no grease and a little...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-20-2013, 07:02 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
OK. Started work on engine today by pulling...

OK. Started work on engine today by pulling camshaft plugs and locking crank at TDC for bank 2, this is where I heard a slight ticking. As I locked at TDC I noticed aluminum shavings all over the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-11-2013, 05:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,226
Posted By broken2bfree
Thanks a mint for that

Thanks a mint for that
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-11-2013, 04:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,226
Posted By broken2bfree
The pads are chewed thru. Not positive of which...

The pads are chewed thru. Not positive of which one. but pad is gone and chain is into the aluminium, I will be pulling the tensioners as pictured either tonite or tomorrow, and that may give a clue...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-10-2013, 06:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,226
Posted By broken2bfree
I will be replaceing the bearing, but my main...

I will be replaceing the bearing, but my main issue is with the chain tesioners. One of them is chewed up and needs replaced. I am hoping to use the lock that comes with bearing puller to do chain...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-10-2013, 05:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,226
Posted By broken2bfree
cracking open the cam shaft cover

Am a little confused about what tool to buy to hold cams in place. Pelican recommends a $235 camshaft securing tool. Can I just use the cam shaft lock that comes with the ims bearing puller? I have...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 06:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
Well because I need this motor to run reliably...

Well because I need this motor to run reliably for another 24k miles or the next 2 years...I am going to drop the engine and go after the tensioner. I just hope I dont find anything else when I get...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 03:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
sump screen

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/20130409_1802131365549872.jpg

Sump screen.
Obviously someone has been in here poking around before me. they used silicone for a gasket, and quite a lot of it....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 03:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
close up of trach

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/20130409_1801041365549475.jpg
nothing that will stick to a magnet
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 03:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
Here you go Jake. pics of sump cover. Some bits...

Here you go Jake.
pics of sump cover. Some bits of trash in center. Then a close up of the trash. again nothing magnetichttp://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/20130409_1758171365549329.jpg
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 12:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
If I have to pull this engine, it will quickly...

If I have to pull this engine, it will quickly become for sell. I wouldn't spend my hard earned dollars on rebuilding a motor I want to replace anyway. I think for me that money is better spent on an...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 12:51 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
I hope its not a rod bearing.

I hope its not a rod bearing.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 12:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
Will do Jake, and I appreciate you willingness to...

Will do Jake, and I appreciate you willingness to have a look at it.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 11:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
There was a slight tick in the area of cylinders...

There was a slight tick in the area of cylinders 4 and 5 that I thought might just be injectors. It was faint.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 10:07 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
I would have thought metal would be magnetic. He...

I would have thought metal would be magnetic. He explained it was babbit material, which is not magnetic. He also said that babbit would ball up and turn to goo just like it did. as much material as...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 08:44 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
Trusted Mechanic told me it was bearing material...

Trusted Mechanic told me it was bearing material for sure.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 04:31 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
I should mention that I bought this car with the...

I should mention that I bought this car with the intention of converting to electric. I just want another 24k miles out of the engine. It is important to me that the engine be in good running...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 04:20 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
I am thinking I am going to send bearing back....

I am thinking I am going to send bearing back. Then drop oil pan and inspect both pan and sump screen
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 04:12 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
I have a hard time believing its plastic since it...

I have a hard time believing its plastic since it turns to a gray past when rubbed in the palm of your hand. Then again I don't know what happens to plastic under those conditions. Also this material...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2013, 04:00 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By broken2bfree
That oil was as ugly as I've ever seen. It was...

That oil was as ugly as I've ever seen. It was also the wrong kind (castro 20/50). The car ran fine when I changed the oil.
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