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Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-01-2023, 08:10 AM

Replies: 9

Water behind the driver's seat.. Weird case

Views: 1,009

Posted By bobaachaar

how do you fix the drain trays if they’re ripped?

how do you fix the drain trays if they’re ripped?

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-22-2023, 02:59 PM

Replies: 1

rear cross member and transmission bolt torque specs

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Posted By bobaachaar

rear cross member and transmission bolt torque specs

Hi, does anyone know the torque specs for these parts?

Part numbers attached for reference
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Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-19-2023, 10:11 PM

Replies: 20

cv boot replacement

Views: 1,488

Posted By bobaachaar

I looked at replacing the whole axle but it would...

I looked at replacing the whole axle but it would have been nearly $1500 for both axles. instead, i bought about $200 worth of parts, and about $800 worth of tools to replace just the boots.

side...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-19-2023, 05:38 PM

Replies: 20

cv boot replacement

Views: 1,488

Posted By bobaachaar

i’m in the middle of taking the axles out right...

i’m in the middle of taking the axles out right now. i’ve managed to get the axle pounded out of the hub, but i can’t drop the exhaust because one of the bolts on the flange is rusted and rounded....

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-16-2023, 11:28 AM

Replies: 5

2nd gear grind and popout

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Posted By bobaachaar

did some research. looks like a used trans is...

did some research. looks like a used trans is cheaper than a rebuild. what can i do when i put it in to prevent this from happening again?

Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted

02-14-2023, 10:39 PM

Replies: 0

WTB: 986s 6-speed transmission

Views: 276

Posted By bobaachaar

WTB: 986s 6-speed transmission

Looking for a 6-speed assembly with relatively low miles, preferably under 50k. Interested in anything up to 80k though, so reach out please.
If your engine had an IMS failure and you need to part...

Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted

02-14-2023, 10:33 PM

Replies: 41

2003 Boxster S

Views: 3,134

Posted By bobaachaar

Is the seller MIA? I’m really interested in the...

Is the seller MIA? I’m really interested in the transmission.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-14-2023, 09:25 AM

Replies: 5

2nd gear grind and popout

Views: 896

Posted By bobaachaar

2nd gear grind and popout

Hi everyone

I know that 2nd gear problems are a common issue with the 6-speed in the 986s and it started to show itself a few months ago. I found that if I engage the shifter into 2nd gear with a...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-14-2023, 07:02 AM

Replies: 20

cv boot replacement

Views: 1,488

Posted By bobaachaar

i’m sure it could be fine, but it could also get...

i’m sure it could be fine, but it could also get dirt and crap in the joint because of the split. that makes it an extra 350 bucks and a rebuilt joint. i think better to just replace the boots while...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-13-2023, 09:29 AM

Replies: 20

cv boot replacement

Views: 1,488

Posted By bobaachaar

good to know. how long did it take you for both...

good to know. how long did it take you for both axles? and you don’t think that dropping the exhaust to get the axle out was too much of a challenge? that’s the part i’m most worried about

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-13-2023, 09:27 AM

Replies: 22

high labor for water pump/thermostat?

Views: 1,441

Posted By bobaachaar

do you think if i leave it and replace it after...

do you think if i leave it and replace it after 40-50k miles it should be fine?

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-13-2023, 07:40 AM

Replies: 22

high labor for water pump/thermostat?

Views: 1,441

Posted By bobaachaar

what do i do? the mechanic replaced it with brass...

what do i do? the mechanic replaced it with brass without asking which one i wanted. do i go back and ask to replace with oem?

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-13-2023, 07:39 AM

Replies: 20

cv boot replacement

Views: 1,488

Posted By bobaachaar

this is what i got: ...

this is what i got:

https://www.pelicanparts.com/More_Info/101P986P041D.htm?pn=101P-986-P041D&bc=c&SVSVSI=0791

i didn’t get the rein ones though, i got gkn for the -02 and porsche for the -00

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-12-2023, 01:39 PM

Replies: 22

high labor for water pump/thermostat?

Views: 1,441

Posted By bobaachaar

didn't specify, the brass one is the new one that...

didn't specify, the brass one is the new one that he put in. don't think it's OEM but the impeller is a more durable material.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-12-2023, 01:38 PM

Replies: 22

high labor for water pump/thermostat?

Views: 1,441

Posted By bobaachaar

damn. i know they used OEM coolant, because i...

damn. i know they used OEM coolant, because i watched him put it in. i also know that the original water pump has a plastic impeller, and 2 of the blades were broken. mechanic said that they're still...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-12-2023, 01:32 PM

Replies: 20

cv boot replacement

Views: 1,488

Posted By bobaachaar

yikes. most of this job is going to be solo, so...

yikes. most of this job is going to be solo, so that might be a problem. i've also ordered the parts. looks like pelican parts has two different part numbers for the inboard and outboard boots, and...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-11-2023, 08:57 PM

Replies: 20

cv boot replacement

Views: 1,488

Posted By bobaachaar

that's actually a big reason for why i'm...

that's actually a big reason for why i'm confused. it seems like you don't have to take off the axle from that article, but i'm not sure

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-11-2023, 04:35 PM

Replies: 20

cv boot replacement

Views: 1,488

Posted By bobaachaar

part interchangeability

Also question about the boots themselves. I know the axles aren't interchangeable, but are the boots, clips, etc?

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-11-2023, 04:03 PM

Replies: 20

cv boot replacement

Views: 1,488

Posted By bobaachaar

cv boot replacement

Has anyone replaced the cv boots on their axles? Specifically the 986s 6 speed ones. I've got a torn boot on the passenger inboard side and need to replace it. Do you need to take the axle out to...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-11-2023, 03:51 PM

Replies: 22

high labor for water pump/thermostat?

Views: 1,441

Posted By bobaachaar

high labor for water pump/thermostat?

The water pump and thermostat on my '04 986s 6-speed failed about a week ago. I had it replaced at a shop specializing in foreign cars, and they charged me 5.2 hours of labor for the job. At 180/hr...

Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted

01-19-2023, 07:15 PM

Replies: 0

FS: 17" 986 OEM Wheels

Views: 289

Posted By bobaachaar

FS: 17" 986 OEM Wheels

Hi,

Selling a full set of 17" OEM wheels from my 2004 986s. I got a set of 18s so I could put PS4S tires on them, so I need to sell these.

Asking $700 OBO.

Local pickup in the Bay Area is...

Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted

01-19-2023, 07:12 PM

Replies: 1

WTB set of OE twist 986 wheels 17"

Views: 454

Posted By bobaachaar

Full set, not twist

Hey, I have a full OEM set of 17" wheels (see pictures) that I'm trying to sell. Let me know if you're interested.

https://imgur.com/a/adRaqdg

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