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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-07-2022, 10:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,403
Posted By Lowski
With the 1-Up rack you can skew the bike one way...

With the 1-Up rack you can skew the bike one way or another depending on where you set the arms that hook over the tires. I think the photo angle is deceiving here. Either way the bike doesn’t extend...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-16-2022, 08:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,401
Posted By Lowski
I went for a DIY approach to install a bike rack....

I went for a DIY approach to install a bike rack.

http://986forum.com/forums/boxster-general-discussions/80814-hitch-bike-rack-project.html
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-09-2021, 07:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,169
Posted By Lowski
All you need is the noted trim piece. The hardest...

All you need is the noted trim piece. The hardest part for me when I moved mine was fishing the wire harness from the lower opening to the upper opening. One of the connectors had to be oriented just...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-27-2021, 11:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,679
Posted By Lowski
I forgot about another option. Whatever you have...

I forgot about another option. Whatever you have in the slot above your radio (Cup holder, HVAC controls, etc), remove it. Typically it is a trim surround piece and 4 screws. Once it's removed you...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-26-2021, 08:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,679
Posted By Lowski
From the lower center console remove the leather...

From the lower center console remove the leather trim piece and the carpet on one side. See picture "A" from the linked center console delete instructions on the Pelican site.
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-13-2021, 02:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,391
Posted By Lowski
I recently had my rear bumper cover and rear...

I recently had my rear bumper cover and rear impact bar off. There's not much to see in the way of something that would be leaking during a smoke test. There could possibly be leaking from the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-12-2021, 09:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,284
Posted By Lowski
I bought a set of the URO parts from Pelican...

I bought a set of the URO parts from Pelican because of cost. The color match was good, but they didn't fit. There was extra flashing at the mold line of the two halves keeping it from snapping in...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-11-2021, 12:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,284
Posted By Lowski
Headlight Corner Trim Pieces

I have picked up a pair of OEM Porsche/Bosch headlight assemblies with the clear turn signal lenses to replace my current amber ones. They are missing the corner trim pieces (996.631.045.00 &...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-26-2021, 10:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 642
Posted By Lowski
WTB Headlight Dust Covers

I am looking for 1 each of the following dust covers for the headlights.

996 631 231 (Large Cover, #6 in figure)
996 631 233 (Fog Light Cover, #7 in figure)
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-09-2021, 09:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,403
Posted By Lowski
Hitch For Bike Rack Project

I thought I would share my Boxster modifications to facilitate installation of a hitch receiver for a bike rack.

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02/thumbnail_20210502_1100151623255326.jpg
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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-03-2021, 11:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,566
Posted By Lowski
Recently I used a 12pt 11/16" socket and hammer...

Recently I used a 12pt 11/16" socket and hammer method to get my locking bolts out. Worked way better than the 19mm rounded nut remover tool I bought.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-03-2020, 01:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,797
Posted By Lowski
I did this job two summers ago. I posted what I...

I did this job two summers ago. I posted what I learned here.

http://986forum.com/forums/boxster-general-discussions/72900-coolant-tank-replacement-post-replacement-observations.html

In my case...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-06-2020, 11:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,657
Posted By Lowski
So I have been dealing with the insurance company...

So I have been dealing with the insurance company over the last few days.

The first estimate I got was using their online APP. I took the required pictures and sent them in. They came back with...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-02-2020, 04:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,657
Posted By Lowski
Yep it's Black. That's a nice site. I'll have to...

Yep it's Black. That's a nice site. I'll have to see what shipping costs.



I live near Matthews Beach Park, just above the Burke Gilman Trail.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-02-2020, 11:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,657
Posted By Lowski
Thanks everyone for the info. I took the...

Thanks everyone for the info.

I took the bumper cover off this morning. The good news is the radiators, headlights, bumper beam and the radiator plumbing in the front is all good. It looks like my...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-01-2020, 04:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,657
Posted By Lowski
Front End Damage - How Bad Is It?

Came in contact with the back end of a 2000s VW Jetta today at 5-10mph. The contact wasn't at an angle so everything pushed straight back.

I haven't had the conversation with the insurance company...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-01-2019, 02:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,706
Posted By Lowski
I just did my 99 with traction control without...

I just did my 99 with traction control without messing with the ABS or TC valves. Everything works fine.

If you are buying a new Motive power bleeder make sure you check that it works before you...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-06-2019, 03:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,142
Posted By Lowski
In chasing my P1128 and P1130 issues I had some...

In chasing my P1128 and P1130 issues I had some similar rough running issues after resetting the codes with the Durametric. On the first startup after clearing the codes the car ran rough and threw a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-14-2019, 07:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,295
Posted By Lowski
I had these two codes in the past. ...

I had these two codes in the past.

http://986forum.com/forums/boxster-general-discussions/72288-p1128-p1130-running-fine-turned-into-barely-running-engine.html

The short version is I had a bad...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-31-2019, 09:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,073
Posted By Lowski
Brake Lights Only Work When the Key is On or the Car Is Running - Normal Behavior?

1999 Boxster, 2.5L, Manual

The other day I went to check and see if any of the three brake light bulbs were burnt out as part of routine maintenance. Personally I hate following people with burnt...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-02-2019, 08:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,469
Posted By Lowski
It’s amazing all that stuff fits in that thing. ...

It’s amazing all that stuff fits in that thing.

I imagine it depends on the trailer weight and type of hitch you install on your car. I have been looking at making a hitch so I can install a bike...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-17-2019, 09:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 994
Posted By Lowski
I went thru the P1128 & P1130 issue last year. ...

I went thru the P1128 & P1130 issue last year.

http://986forum.com/forums/boxster-general-discussions/72288-p1128-p1130-running-fine-turned-into-barely-running-engine.html

A new MAF solved my...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-08-2019, 07:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,175
Posted By Lowski
Akers in Seattle proper has a good reputation and...

Akers in Seattle proper has a good reputation and has been around forever. The prior owner of my Boxster used them.

Aker's Porsche - Porsche, Audi and VW. We do auto repair. General mechanical,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-28-2019, 11:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,537
Posted By Lowski
$750 for a coolant tank replacement isn't...

$750 for a coolant tank replacement isn't outrageous. A OEM tank itself is around $350ish as you don't want the cheap versions. It takes time to gain access in the trunk, disconnect all the clamps...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-19-2018, 11:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,576
Posted By Lowski
If you have the capability to read real time fuel...

If you have the capability to read real time fuel trim values that will tell you if you have a vacuum leak or not. I suggest watching these videos.

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