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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-12-2018, 05:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,240
Posted By Gelbster
Please listen to what Bill says above. He is one...

Please listen to what Bill says above. He is one of the few here who has rebuilt M96 engines after a Raby class. The cost of that class alone exceeds a long block engine for normal cars.
There are...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-12-2018, 04:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,240
Posted By Gelbster
"You can rebuild your engine for less money that...

"You can rebuild your engine for less money that a crate engine, plus do you know what you are really getting for the big bucks. "
I beg to differ.
Just ask someone who has rebuilt an M96 after...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-11-2018, 02:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,240
Posted By Gelbster
The RND special deal price is a steal. The...

The RND special deal price is a steal. The alternative of doing a correct rebuild to RND standards would cost you way more. The degree of precision required to rebuild is astonishing if you do it...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-11-2018, 01:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,170
Posted By Gelbster
Thanks for all the details. Very comprehensive...

Thanks for all the details. Very comprehensive and with useful explanations.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-09-2018, 07:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 13,376
Posted By Gelbster
"I’m not sure why anyone would remove the...

"I’m not sure why anyone would remove the alternator to get to the accumulator tank. On my 02 S the tank is right under the passenger side intake plenum."
Correct ,but for most SAI repairs there are...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-18-2018, 09:43 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 16,202
Posted By Gelbster
Here is a link to help you: ...

Here is a link to help you:
http://986forum.com/forums/boxster-general-discussions/66560-any-interest-sai-delete-circuit-6.html
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-23-2018, 07:50 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 33,897
Posted By Gelbster
Congratulations on the latest version of your SAI...

Congratulations on the latest version of your SAI 'Problem- Solver' device. It solves a problem that will become more prevalent as these cars age. It is a problem that nobody else has solved. M96...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-22-2018, 05:55 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 76,060
Posted By Gelbster
Probably sound attenuation?

Probably sound attenuation?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-13-2018, 09:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,013
Posted By Gelbster
This is a great fix. Kudos to those who have...

This is a great fix. Kudos to those who have figured it out. Even better, they shared the solution. But what about the explanation of the problem?
The math for calculating the power consumption of...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-21-2018, 07:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,013
Posted By Gelbster
Yes - that is a problem. But how can you shorten...

Yes - that is a problem. But how can you shorten the delay before they turn off?
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-03-2018, 08:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,774
Posted By Gelbster
Suggest you accumulate a list of to-do issues,...

Suggest you accumulate a list of to-do issues, drop the engine+trans like New Art suggests.
Much depends on your plans for keeping the car.
For example, with the engine out, you can easily...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-03-2018, 08:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,676
Posted By Gelbster
Boat plug vs. bolt+washer. Much depends how...

Boat plug vs. bolt+washer.
Much depends how tight the seals are. You won't know that until you start the extraction process. Some my be much tighter than others.With a boat plug you may get some...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-16-2018, 08:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,966
Posted By Gelbster
Thanks for offering to let us know about the ROW...

Thanks for offering to let us know about the ROW re-flash by ECU Doctors. We often recommend them and they occasionally chime in on relevant Threads. So some customer feedback would be helpful for...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-16-2018, 08:25 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,813
Posted By Gelbster
The collapse under full vacuum issue is a wise...

The collapse under full vacuum issue is a wise question. In general the larger the diameter for a given wall thickness and compound, the more likely it is to collapse. So suggest you avoid cheapo...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-05-2018, 08:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,881
Posted By Gelbster
There are many threads in Search on hunting...

There are many threads in Search on hunting vacuum leaks. Most of the diagnostic/hunting is simple but tedious.Lots of hoses and connectors to carefully remove and inspect. Easy to miss things like a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-05-2018, 08:28 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 22,749
Posted By Gelbster
RND Roller IMS Bearing There may be a...

RND Roller IMS Bearing
There may be a misunderstanding here. RND has sold a Roller IMSB for quite a while now. This is not a new product.See Post 20 above. If someone thinks it is new/different,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-01-2018, 07:40 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 22,749
Posted By Gelbster
Thanks for sharing your thoughtful analysis. ...

Thanks for sharing your thoughtful analysis.
Having chosen the roller bearing option, why EPS and not RND ?
Roller Bearing IMS Retrofit Kit – RND Engines...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-28-2018, 02:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,208
Posted By Gelbster
I used similar product years ago.It was quite...

I used similar product years ago.It was quite common for older cars in Europe.Worked great and never rusted - which is more than can be said for the OEM parts.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-15-2018, 08:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,906
Posted By Gelbster
There are plenty of rebuild threads. Search for...

There are plenty of rebuild threads. Search for Nutrod an Ahsai to start. The M96 demands skills and $ way beyond doing an SBC. You need to be up to almost FAA mechanic standard of skill, tools and...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-13-2018, 07:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,557
Posted By Gelbster
Finding the center for this job has been covered...

Finding the center for this job has been covered in great detail (Google broken bolt tool) with specific tools recommended.
Unless you do make that first center punch dead-center ,it will be a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-08-2018, 07:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,911
Posted By Gelbster
I am surprised no one mentioned the alignment...

I am surprised no one mentioned the alignment issue. It has been discussed at length previously.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-05-2018, 07:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,819
Posted By Gelbster
or here: ...

or here:
https://www.amazon.com/URO-Parts-4A0-905-849B/dp/B0066SFYMO
Meyle:
https://www.amazon.com/Meyle-W0133-1621815-MEY-Ignition-Switch/dp/B001G6K91M/ref=cm_wl_huc_item

BEfore you buy,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-05-2018, 07:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,424
Posted By Gelbster
Yes,but the first time you will need to remove a...

Yes,but the first time you will need to remove a large number of the wheel arch liner retainers to find the end of the wire.See Search for more- same as a 996.
see Search for details on relocating...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-04-2018, 07:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,422
Posted By Gelbster
The most valuable diagnostic tool is the trained...

The most valuable diagnostic tool is the trained ear of a competent, honest M96 expert. It would take him less than 10 minutes with an electronic stethoscope. Everything else is conjecture.
An...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-04-2018, 06:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,424
Posted By Gelbster
There is lots in search about this. The best...

There is lots in search about this.
The best precautions are:
1. know where the funk release wire is. Extend it(Search)
2.fit an externally accessible charging point
3.Figure out how to charge...
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