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Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-12-2008, 05:16 PM

Replies: 7

Windshield Washer Problem

Views: 7,017

Posted By TheGoose

I've already replaced the washer motor, so I had...

I've already replaced the washer motor, so I had all the fun with the wheel arch cover, tubes and plugs. The motor does not engage at all and there is no light on the dash. I will try to remove the...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

11-11-2008, 03:54 PM

Replies: 20

After nearly 2 years, I've finally replaced my AOS!

Views: 4,041

Posted By TheGoose

Thanks CJ, I will order the AOS kit and change it...

Thanks CJ, I will order the AOS kit and change it out ASAP. I have to order cost effective parts from the US to get good pricing, so it takes some time to reach me. Funny thing though, I pulled the...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-11-2008, 03:46 PM

Replies: 7

Windshield Washer Problem

Views: 7,017

Posted By TheGoose

Windshield Washer Problem

After some intermittent operation, my windshield washer stopped working altogether. Before it finally gave up the ghost, the sprayers would work only if I wiggled the wiper stalk on the steering...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

11-06-2008, 07:25 PM

Replies: 20

After nearly 2 years, I've finally replaced my AOS!

Views: 4,041

Posted By TheGoose

CJB - what other symptoms did you have before...

CJB - what other symptoms did you have before replacing the AOS? I have smoke at start-up and a bunch of other problems that may be AOS related. When cold, the car has no power and it...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

11-03-2008, 09:53 PM

Replies: 6

boxster 986 problem ,any ideas

Views: 2,203

Posted By TheGoose

Hi grantmac1, sorry to hear about your sad...

Hi grantmac1, sorry to hear about your sad situation. Hope you didn't suffer too much buyer's remorse like me. Did you find a cure for the irregular running engine? I seem to be having a similar...

Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted

08-13-2008, 09:11 PM

Replies: 33

still got a 98 parts car

Views: 4,798

Posted By TheGoose

Does the roof work OK? I need all the...

Does the roof work OK? I need all the convertible top electronic bits. I.e. roof motor with microswitch, roof module in fuse box (relay) and microswitches, even the cables will help. How much for...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

08-12-2008, 10:01 AM

Replies: 20

Misfire & engine light

Views: 14,797

Posted By TheGoose

Did you manage to find out what the problem was...

Did you manage to find out what the problem was in ther edn? I have a similar problem with my 98 2.5l Tip, except my CEL does not flash - it is constantly on...Cheers

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

08-05-2008, 09:20 PM

Replies: 1

Windscreen washer jets / pump

Views: 3,313

Posted By TheGoose

I have the same problem and plan to change it...

I have the same problem and plan to change it soon. The "Bentley" 986 repair manual has a detailed section on how to replace the washer motor. The washer fluid container is located behind the LF...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

07-31-2008, 08:49 AM

Replies: 2

Tiptronic Not Shifting

Views: 1,396

Posted By TheGoose

Manual works perfectly. Its in auto mode under...

Manual works perfectly. Its in auto mode under hard accelleration when I get trouble. Under normal acceleration it works fine though, except at low-ish rpm (2k to 2.5k) it won't go into 5th easily....

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

07-30-2008, 11:36 PM

Replies: 2

Tiptronic Not Shifting

Views: 1,396

Posted By TheGoose

Tiptronic Not Shifting

The car is a '98 2.5l tip with approximately 75k miles on it. Initially I experienced hesitation at low RPM (2k to 2.5k) which I have attributed to the vario-cam. Recently, a more serious and...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-25-2008, 11:47 AM

Replies: 11

Roof Woes - AGAIN!

Views: 1,783

Posted By TheGoose

Thanks for all the tips, plenty food for though! ...

Thanks for all the tips, plenty food for though! The Boxster is a 98 2.5l Tiptronic. One thing I noticed on the B-pillar is an electrical "socket" outlet point that looks like a place to plug...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-22-2008, 10:04 AM

Replies: 11

Roof Woes - AGAIN!

Views: 1,783

Posted By TheGoose

Roof Woes - AGAIN!

The Boxster has been hibernating to avoid the three feet of snow we had this winter, so the arrival of spring is an exiting event. The snow has melted, but sadly, as much as I wished the converitble...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-05-2007, 01:04 PM

Replies: 3

Convertible Top Blues

Views: 1,171

Posted By TheGoose

Thanks for the comment. I didn't replace the...

Thanks for the comment. I didn't replace the cables, but I did shorten them to avoid future sheath expansion and failure on a hot day. To test your theory I consulted the Bentley 986 manual to...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-03-2007, 11:29 PM

Replies: 3

Convertible Top Blues

Views: 1,171

Posted By TheGoose

Convertible Top Blues

Thanks to this forum I have bravely ventured into the world of home repairs on my '98 Boxster roof. After crushing not one, but three "red" pushrod balljoint clips in the process (along with my...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

07-20-2007, 11:33 PM

Replies: 5

986 Paint Code and Wiper Washer

Views: 1,305

Posted By TheGoose

Sorry, meant to say expresspaint.com...

Sorry, meant to say expresspaint.com...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

07-20-2007, 11:32 PM

Replies: 5

986 Paint Code and Wiper Washer

Views: 1,305

Posted By TheGoose

Thanks for the help, it was interesting to find...

Thanks for the help, it was interesting to find out the paint on my car is actually called Ocean Blue and not Lapis Blue as the registration says (and person I bought it from) - unless these two...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

07-19-2007, 10:04 PM

Replies: 5

986 Paint Code and Wiper Washer

Views: 1,305

Posted By TheGoose

986 Paint Code and Wiper Washer

Darn glad I found this forum, you guys have answered so many questions before I even had to ask them. I just bought my first Boxster (98 2.5l tip) and still getting used to all its intricacies. I...

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