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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-05-2012, 02:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,888
Posted By Leeper
I "third" rceng, just sent mine in on my other...

I "third" rceng, just sent mine in on my other car got them back within a couple days. Excellent service, great price, quickly shipped back. I do live only @100 miles away but from my sending them...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-27-2012, 08:14 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,184
Posted By Leeper
Not sure what your bankroll looks like, perhaps...

Not sure what your bankroll looks like, perhaps it's not an issue and going forward with learning on a Porsche isn't a big deal. If t is a consideration than there's no way I'd subject mine to that...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-21-2012, 07:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,440
Posted By Leeper
That and the solenoid is my next check, I think...

That and the solenoid is my next check, I think the starter was replaced by the previous owner not long ago, perhaps they didn't tighten it properly. Hope it's that simple... will post early next...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-21-2012, 06:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,440
Posted By Leeper
Tried pulling codes with a Acutron reader but it...

Tried pulling codes with a Acutron reader but it shows no codes, guess I need a Durametric or Piwis then... ugh. I'm wondering if even a good indi place can remedy this without having the Porsche...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-21-2012, 02:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,440
Posted By Leeper
Swapped it out for the new one in my other car..,...

Swapped it out for the new one in my other car.., same results. I can hear a click somewhere within the dash when I turn the key to start position but it simply doesn't engage starter. Push starting...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-21-2012, 09:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,440
Posted By Leeper
Not turning over - MY2000 base... any ideas?

Saturday morning pulled into a questionable part of town to stop at the store when I came out turned the key and "nothing". The lights all came on but the starter wouldn't fire. I tried...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-14-2012, 08:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,324
Posted By Leeper
On my MY2000 I also needed to get a 17mm Allen...

On my MY2000 I also needed to get a 17mm Allen for the filler bolt, happened to have one from my motorcycle days. The 16MM socket for the drain plug arrived a day after ordering here in Cal...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-14-2012, 01:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,324
Posted By Leeper
I made a similar mistake last week in purchasing...

I made a similar mistake last week in purchasing the wrong allen. I wound up ordering it off eBay for $22 shipped. Sorry not able to help unless you're in the San Diego area, you may want to post...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-05-2012, 02:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,608
Posted By Leeper
Was ready to do mine this last weekend until I...

Was ready to do mine this last weekend until I found out it took a VERY special 16mm triple point security driver to get the drain plug out... had to order that from eBay so now will wait until this...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 06-04-2012, 10:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,482
Posted By Leeper
WTB - 16mm triple-square tool

Looking for a 16mm triple-square tool (aka trans drain bolt for early 986 base)... anyone have one they can part with?

slowery at searchoffices dot com

Cheers,
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-27-2012, 08:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,627
Posted By Leeper
Smoke at start-up is completely normal. Look...

Smoke at start-up is completely normal.

Look at the oil dipstick, is there any foam or abnormal look to it?

Can you drop your oil and look at it?

Looking at your levels isn't a fair measure...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-22-2012, 08:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,817
Posted By Leeper
A little late now but when doing the water pump...

A little late now but when doing the water pump usually you ought to also replace the thermostat as well... this is also a known problem item
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-20-2012, 04:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,024
Posted By Leeper
If in fact you are truly dealing with a blown...

If in fact you are truly dealing with a blown head gasket it is likely that there's more damage then simply replacing it. You won't know that until you get it to a qualified mechanic who can do a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-15-2012, 10:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,911
Posted By Leeper
Pelican Technical Article: Installing a Boxster...

Pelican Technical Article: Installing a Boxster Short Shift Kit (SSK) and Replacing Boxster Shift Bushings - 986 / 987...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-15-2012, 12:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,911
Posted By Leeper
$59 Short shift it - My review

After the kind input from forum members I pulled the trigger on the $59 kit. The instructions were not all that great but having had pulled off my center console a number of times and knowing the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-11-2012, 09:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,953
Posted By Leeper
A month ago I bought a VERY clean MY 2000 81K...

A month ago I bought a VERY clean MY 2000 81K miles 2-owner car (he's owned it for 10 years now) here in S. Cal in excellent condition - recently had the alternator, IMS bearing, brakes, water pump,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-10-2012, 08:31 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 19,900
Posted By Leeper
Thanks guys, I went ahead and took the plunge. ...

Thanks guys, I went ahead and took the plunge.

For those wondering where it is, here you go...
eBay - New & used electronics, cars, apparel, collectibles, sporting goods & more at low prices...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2012, 12:26 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 19,900
Posted By Leeper
$59 short shift kit - looking for reviews

In the "bang for the buck" thread a few of you mentioned that you opted for the $59'ish short shift kit. I've been in the market as mine in my MY2000 base model has significant slop in it now so the...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 03-30-2012, 05:33 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 937
Posted By Leeper
WTB - B&M shifter kit 45135

Anyone happen to have a B&M shift kit for a 986?

Thanks,

Steve
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