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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-02-2025, 06:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 218
Posted By sharper410
Maybe the question is what else could cause a...

Maybe the question is what else could cause a misfire on just one cylinder that I should look into first.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-01-2025, 08:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 218
Posted By sharper410
Cylinder Misfire

This is regarding a 2001 base 2.7 Boxster. I got a check engine light warning and clear loss of power one morning. The error code read misfire on cylinder one. My assumption was it is probably a...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 11-20-2022, 05:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,577
Posted By sharper410
How does the steering wheel look?

How does the steering wheel look?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-06-2022, 06:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,019
Posted By sharper410
Front Truck Release

I got another weird one. When I went to open the front truck I heard the typical "click" but the hood didn't actually release. This happened both when I used the key fob and the switch by the seat. ...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 06-18-2022, 06:13 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 507
Posted By sharper410
Tow Eye

Anyone have a tow eye laying around they don't need? Mine tool kit is missing it and the cost of a new one is ridiculous.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-22-2022, 04:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,016
Posted By sharper410
Now that I think about it, I did get a new...

Now that I think about it, I did get a new battery since last time I filled up so that reset the trip odometer. I just put the number it showed out there to avoid the "was it already full?"...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-20-2022, 05:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,016
Posted By sharper410
Can't Gas Up

I got a weird issue that I don't even know what to do a search for. I went to gas up my 2001 and had a hard time getting it to take gas. I put the pump in and next thing I know it stops and gas...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-24-2021, 05:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 922
Posted By sharper410
I fed the new line in from the top and had to...

I fed the new line in from the top and had to push it as far to the side of the engine bay as I could. Once the section where the hard line meets the rubber cleared the side of the engine, I was...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-16-2021, 11:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 922
Posted By sharper410
Power Steering Pulley Removal

Is there a trick to removing the power steering pulley? My pressure line sprung some leaks so I'm trying to replace it and need the pulley off to have clearance to remove the hose. I took off the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-22-2021, 09:43 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 681
Posted By sharper410
Spring Settling

I've just installed coil overs on my 2001 Boxster and read where people talk about letting the springs "settle" for a bit. I want to let that happen before making the final height adjustments and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-15-2021, 06:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,051
Posted By sharper410
I did two-tone on my lseat covers. Beige doesn't...

I did two-tone on my lseat covers. Beige doesn't exactly match but isn't really noticeable with the black outer area. And my carpet is so faded it doesn't match either.
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-10-2021, 02:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,602
Posted By sharper410
I just got the slx7000 and it fits under my 2001...

I just got the slx7000 and it fits under my 2001 Boxster but it is close. Might be a problem if the suspension is lowered but figure some 2x8 blocks under the tires would fix that and could be...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-06-2021, 05:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 715
Posted By sharper410
eBay Score!

I was goofing off on eBay a few days ago and looking at a partial carpet set. It included the rear storage compartment and I noticed there was a wire with a plug sticking out of it. I took a chance...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 06-01-2021, 08:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 933
Posted By sharper410
WTB - Inexpensive Tow Hook

Anyone know of a source for an inexpensive tow hook? My car seems to have lost it at some point in its life. Doesn't have to be OEM, just something in case its ever needed.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-29-2021, 06:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 851
Posted By sharper410
I put the hog ring pliers through the slit you...

I put the hog ring pliers through the slit you are pointing at. I then used my other hand to push the strip they attach to from the other side to line it up and hold it in place when clamping the...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 05-25-2021, 03:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 730
Posted By sharper410
I can transfer the data over to a a different one...

I can transfer the data over to a a different one for a fraction of what they charge; just need a good one.
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 05-25-2021, 10:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 730
Posted By sharper410
WTB - Immobilizer

Looking for a good immobilizer for a 2001 base Boxster that I can clone for use in my car. Mine has damage so the alarm and locking features aren't working. Want to address it before it progresses...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-26-2021, 04:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 741
Posted By sharper410
Double Check on Wheel & Tire Fit

I'm needing a second opinion on if these wheels and tires will fit my 2001 Boxster. From what I've researched I believe they will but the guy selling them claims they are too big.

Front:
8x18,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-25-2021, 06:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,777
Posted By sharper410
I'm in the same boat in that my new top is...

I'm in the same boat in that my new top is missing the fabric tab for the elastic. I saw a video where someone sewed a piece in but I need to know where about along the top it goes.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-22-2021, 04:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,127
Posted By sharper410
I did mine a couple months ago with zero...

I did mine a couple months ago with zero experience. I watched these videos for how they are disassembled which then it was obvious how they go back together.

https://youtu.be/ynGjh2jOU0A...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-28-2021, 02:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 712
Posted By sharper410
Airbag Control Module

Does anyone know if the airbag control module is specific to the car its in? I'm finding conflicting information on whether the module has to recoded to the car its in. I was getting error 195 (bad...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-09-2021, 03:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,881
Posted By sharper410
Please put me on your list for immobilizer repair...

Please put me on your list for immobilizer repair when you have time to get back to them. No hurries as the car still runs and isn't my daily driver. Sent you a PM about a week ago with my contact...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-31-2021, 03:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,786
Posted By sharper410
Central Locking / Alarm

Trying to fix things on the 2001 project Boxster I got. One thing I need to figure out is the central locking / alarm. I've searched and read every post in here on the issue and thought it could be...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-30-2021, 10:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,205
Posted By sharper410
I've go this problem with a new top I put on. ...

I've go this problem with a new top I put on. Its obviously an aftermarket one (came with the car when I purchased it) and doesn't have the elastic straps to pull it in. I want to try and rig...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 01-29-2021, 02:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,967
Posted By sharper410
I'm interested in the wheels. Sent you a PM.

I'm interested in the wheels. Sent you a PM.
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