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the seal is cheap...so get one before you start...

the seal is cheap...so get one before you start the job,that way you can compare numbers,colors etc. if this motor sat for a while i would change it anyway

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-01-2010, 08:45 AM

Replies: 6

RMS - new and old

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Posted By extanker

normal cars have a number on the seal which can...

normal cars have a number on the seal which can be seen...note i said normal cars

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-01-2010, 07:02 AM

Replies: 31

Fleeced! (?)

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Posted By extanker

i spent quite a few years road testing girls,got...

i spent quite a few years road testing girls,got some hot ones and some really used lemons. now days if i went for a spin i might get vapor lock of the heart and i`m past warranty. not to mention...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

11-30-2010, 12:57 PM

Replies: 187

3.4L Motor Swap Underway!

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Posted By extanker

werent you shown parts pictures of this hose...

werent you shown parts pictures of this hose months ago ?

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-30-2010, 08:00 AM

Replies: 31

Fleeced! (?)

Views: 4,078

Posted By extanker

i bought a 09 cay new because it was time to slow...

i bought a 09 cay new because it was time to slow down....i didnt get fleeced on that issue.. :matchup: :D

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-29-2010, 11:04 AM

Replies: 10

What else should I change while changing my engine?

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Posted By extanker

kalecoauto.com.....ya cant make this stuff up :D

kalecoauto.com.....ya cant make this stuff up :D

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-29-2010, 09:47 AM

Replies: 10

What else should I change while changing my engine?

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Posted By extanker

what is your budget ? daily driver % vs track ?...

what is your budget ? daily driver % vs track ? what mods do you have now ? a list to think about changing/doing...spark plugs,t stat,reverse flush engine and rads,anything that looks like it may...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-28-2010, 03:22 PM

Replies: 21

Tiptronic Rear Differential Oil Change

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Posted By extanker

look up one of your big boat buddies,use their 12...

look up one of your big boat buddies,use their 12 volt oil changing pumps,just snake the tube into the fill hole till it hits the bottom

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-28-2010, 11:19 AM

Replies: 15

IPD plenum still puts CEL on HELP!

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Posted By extanker

maybe go to a shop that has the proper test...

maybe go to a shop that has the proper test equiptment. the code does seem to point to a bad MAF sensor buti would do more testing and that requires pro books,meters,scan tools etc

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-28-2010, 09:34 AM

Replies: 3

Tiptronic Slipping

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Posted By extanker

if it were mine i would take it to the dealer. i...

if it were mine i would take it to the dealer. i think their scan tool /programmed is needed. i WOULD NOT drive it or use the same towing service

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-28-2010, 09:12 AM

Replies: 31

Fleeced! (?)

Views: 4,078

Posted By extanker

just keep writting the checks....hey its only...

just keep writting the checks....hey its only money

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-27-2010, 04:53 PM

Replies: 15

IPD plenum still puts CEL on HELP!

Views: 1,804

Posted By extanker

what does the repair manual say for testing 0102 ?

what does the repair manual say for testing 0102 ?

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-27-2010, 03:34 PM

Replies: 15

IPD plenum still puts CEL on HELP!

Views: 1,804

Posted By extanker

one type of test is to unplug the wiring to the...

one type of test is to unplug the wiring to the sensor and see if it idles better

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-27-2010, 04:46 AM

Replies: 9

New owner 2003 Porsche Boxster S need help

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Posted By extanker

depends on how big the leak is,if its a large...

depends on how big the leak is,if its a large puddle you will need to fix it,if a small spot just check the level once a year. heck i had an old truck in the 1950,s that leaked so bad i put 5 pounds...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-26-2010, 12:56 PM

Replies: 9

New owner 2003 Porsche Boxster S need help

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Posted By extanker

ask JFP i think he answered someone about the...

ask JFP i think he answered someone about the selector shaft bushing leak,i think he said it wasnt an easy or cheap fix

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-26-2010, 12:42 PM

Replies: 15

IPD plenum still puts CEL on HELP!

Views: 1,804

Posted By extanker

maybe....but what is happening here ?he put x in...

maybe....but what is happening here ?he put x in removed it .put it back in ,cleaned this ,replaced that etc etc. whats going to happen is the car is going to be so far out of repair you will get...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-26-2010, 11:46 AM

Replies: 15

IPD plenum still puts CEL on HELP!

Views: 1,804

Posted By extanker

you will need to get the code/s

you will need to get the code/s

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

11-26-2010, 06:36 AM

Replies: 16

Snow Chains

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Posted By extanker

a better american invention for deep snow.....a...

a better american invention for deep snow.....a moving van going south

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

11-25-2010, 04:41 PM

Replies: 16

Snow Chains

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Posted By extanker

6-8 in of snow and a 4x4 truck is needed not a...

6-8 in of snow and a 4x4 truck is needed not a po. 4 in of snow and chains on your po ...maybe....make sure to save up for body repairs when the chains break. chain size ? dont you think that would...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-25-2010, 05:50 AM

Replies: 40

Have you ever listed all your mods?

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Posted By extanker

i used to service the oil bath aircleaners....oh...

i used to service the oil bath aircleaners....oh lordie...i am that old

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

11-24-2010, 03:07 PM

Replies: 1

Brake light failure

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