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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-27-2016, 06:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,267
Posted By Rufcar
everyone says wet nope! car has ben in a climate...

everyone says wet nope! car has ben in a climate controlled garage same as previous owner. A new unit is coming in this week. It never worked, the keys had no guts in them for years. it just recently...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-27-2016, 01:34 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,313
Posted By Rufcar
1st question is He needs to pay something I don't...

1st question is He needs to pay something I don't care that he has no ins. File a lean on his house if he cant pay something. Even 150 a month but something. Next that's not a bad dent I bet and good...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-27-2016, 10:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,267
Posted By Rufcar
I took it to dealer 40 mi away this a.m. They...

I took it to dealer 40 mi away this a.m. They called and said the security computer is out and I need 2 new keys total L+M 1450. Parts come in 4 days. I asked can they disconnect it all and run ...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-27-2016, 03:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,267
Posted By Rufcar
Yes I did recheck fuse. I repaired key fob tried...

Yes I did recheck fuse. I repaired key fob tried to reprogram no luck. Off to dealer on a flat bed with alarm going off this a.m. I will ask dealer if we can eliminate alarm. I believe that alarm is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-26-2016, 02:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,267
Posted By Rufcar
new development

Today I tried on last time and the security system went off. Nothing worked to shut it off. In one of my remarks I thought I mentioned this happened the last time 2 weeks ago but I was able to shut...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-26-2016, 03:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,267
Posted By Rufcar
I do not have a tester. I mainly work on building...

I do not have a tester. I mainly work on building and restoring pre 80s cars mostly 60,s and 70's and do basics on all my post 80s cars. So I guess I am off to the dealer on a flat bed. Tkx
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-25-2016, 03:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,267
Posted By Rufcar
Tkx Rex will give it a try. J

Tkx Rex will give it a try. J
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-25-2016, 03:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,267
Posted By Rufcar
my 03 wont turn over but powers up?

New battery 1 yr tested good under load, Have power to the starter, jumped starter it works. Checked all grounds tight. Turned key power on nothing. Checked all fuses ok checked clutch switch and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-05-2016, 05:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,428
Posted By Rufcar
I am with timco on this as I do my own work and...

I am with timco on this as I do my own work and keep copious records every cent parts mileage. I have been involved with porsches rolls and Bentleys you never buy a rolls or Bentley without current...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-28-2016, 06:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,066
Posted By Rufcar
1st pic is worn out script dirty caliper and...

1st pic is worn out script dirty caliper and undercarriage 2nd pic is the on line decal we are talking about applied after cleaning and coating everything except the caliper as they are just really...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-27-2016, 02:44 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 19,452
Posted By Rufcar
I have an 03 S Im 6ft 185 and wish I could take...

I have an 03 S Im 6ft 185 and wish I could take it back just more notch! It is ok but 1 notch would be perfect!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-27-2016, 10:34 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 728
Posted By Rufcar
I had 3 broken vanes on my 03 drivers side vent...

I had 3 broken vanes on my 03 drivers side vent when I got it and picked up a used pair on line. I didn't touch the pass. side only the drivers side but once lined up using a light to see where it...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-24-2016, 06:03 PM
Replies: 428
Views: 68,165
Posted By Rufcar
66 owned a historic building restoration co.fir...

66 owned a historic building restoration co.fir 40 + years.we made everything.we also restored Rolls and Bentleys. Long retired now restoring cars for me. Have 8 cars 03 Boxster S latest. Best...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-24-2016, 03:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,217
Posted By Rufcar
Finally repaired. The short version is, it was a...

Finally repaired. The short version is, it was a bad parking light bulb.The good news is it allowed me to remove headlight unit, repair split old dried wires, replace the a/c vent and get a better...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-22-2016, 03:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,217
Posted By Rufcar
After changing out items. Checking, rechecing. I...

After changing out items. Checking, rechecing. I believe it's still one bulb. I ll know tomorrow.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-21-2016, 07:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,217
Posted By Rufcar
I had a few a/c vanes missing on the switch cover...

I had a few a/c vanes missing on the switch cover so I bought a tested used complete unit. Installed it and the fog/parking light still does not work! ahh!! I am continuing to test circuits but so...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-18-2016, 11:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 900
Posted By Rufcar
Decided to remove the box, then everything became...

Decided to remove the box, then everything became perfectly clear. Found one broken up inside and the other disconnected. Installed new one and existing one and now perfect. Jobs like this require...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-18-2016, 11:01 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 900
Posted By Rufcar
Glove box damper

I have no parts on my glove box. I see there are 2 dampers and 2 clips that hold it in place. I see nothing that shows how the damper is connected at the top. Can someone take of Pic of there's for...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-16-2016, 04:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,207
Posted By Rufcar
Recently bought an 03 S with 72k mi super...

Recently bought an 03 S with 72k mi super maintained but has road rash. Best handling car I ever owned and I have had 85 cars. I still have a Ruf BTR c4, a 73 rs hot rod and an 08 Z06 vette and the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-16-2016, 12:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,217
Posted By Rufcar
I do not believe its the switch. I believe it may...

I do not believe its the switch. I believe it may b something in the head unit itself but have no idea what to look for.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-16-2016, 12:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,217
Posted By Rufcar
03 Parking light problem

Removed the passenger side headlight unit to change out the parking light bulb and it tested ok. didn't work in car. Bought another just to try still didn't work. Every bulb in car 100% at every...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-14-2016, 06:52 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,462
Posted By Rufcar
Were you able to remove any of the so called tar?.

Were you able to remove any of the so called tar?.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-13-2016, 04:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,462
Posted By Rufcar
I was re reading all the suggestions and I...

I was re reading all the suggestions and I believe it is not tar. I am pres of our Boro and in charge of our streets and we use a crack filler that is some type of synthetic mixture in place of tar...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-11-2016, 02:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 889
Posted By Rufcar
I have sent all the info to my pal. If he cannot...

I have sent all the info to my pal. If he cannot figure it all out I guess I will have a road trip and fix it. Thanks to all.jim
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-11-2016, 09:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 889
Posted By Rufcar
Can you show me a pic of the switch location as I...

Can you show me a pic of the switch location as I cant find it in the work manual.?
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