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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-20-2025, 09:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 151
Posted By elav
I have my 5-spd from a '98 out of my car. Widest...

I have my 5-spd from a '98 out of my car. Widest dimensions are approximately 16" x 16" x 25"
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-13-2025, 10:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 207
Posted By elav
Does it beep once or twice?

Does it beep once or twice?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-13-2025, 10:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 287
Posted By elav
LoneWolfGal has pointed you to a good source. ...

LoneWolfGal has pointed you to a good source. You can find all the projects here (or order the book): 101 Projects for Your Porsche Boxster (http://www.101projects.com/Boxster/)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-12-2025, 08:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 207
Posted By elav
I believe a single beep is that something is open...

I believe a single beep is that something is open and a double beep is that there is a fault.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-06-2025, 07:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,618
Posted By elav
^ this is correct, but don't forget to remove the...

^ this is correct, but don't forget to remove the microswitch from the convertible frame (or disconnect it).
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-17-2025, 08:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,067
Posted By elav
It was a couple of years ago - but I removed the...

It was a couple of years ago - but I removed the entire assembly from the car (electrical switch module and mechanical lock cylinder). It was more work but not difficult and made it easy to replace...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-15-2025, 12:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 253
Posted By elav
Better to over budget than under budget but you...

Better to over budget than under budget but you can pick up a used indicator and replace it yourself for a lot less. There is a plastic bit that breaks in it.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-08-2025, 07:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 386
Posted By elav
Does your convertible top work correctly? The...

Does your convertible top work correctly? The only other thing behind that carpeted corner panel is the micro-switch for the convertible top.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-07-2025, 08:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 386
Posted By elav
I have been looking for my rattle for a long time...

I have been looking for my rattle for a long time and only found it when my convertible transmission broke and I rebuilt it.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-06-2025, 03:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 386
Posted By elav
http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02/IMG_863817362...

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02/IMG_86381736208901.jpg
Here is the arm for the convertible top transmission
http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02/IMG_86391736208918.jpg
I'm pointing to the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-06-2025, 02:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 386
Posted By elav
That panel holds the rear defrost plug on the top...

That panel holds the rear defrost plug on the top surface. Take a look and if you can't see the plug, it probably fell down and is banging around. That panel has a screw in the carpet and a snap...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-05-2025, 01:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 537
Posted By elav
So I finally got to check out the car. The axles...

So I finally got to check out the car. The axles and CV joints look good. I had the car lifted on a QuickJack, put the car in neutral, e-brake off, started the car with the clutch in and engine...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-30-2024, 09:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 537
Posted By elav
Holidays and rain have kept me from it - I'll...

Holidays and rain have kept me from it - I'll post when I have an update.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-20-2024, 08:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 537
Posted By elav
Thanks - will do tomorrow. That would be amazing...

Thanks - will do tomorrow. That would be amazing if that was the cause.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-20-2024, 03:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 537
Posted By elav
Transmission help?

I have a '98 Boxster with a manual transmission. I was driving it today and it was working perfectly. I was in 3rd gear and decided to give it some gas and the engine was no longer powering the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-18-2024, 08:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 329
Posted By elav
Window Regulator Question

I have a '98 Boxster and the driver's side window doesn't drop enough anymore when I open the door. I do hear the motor when I pull the handle. I tried the zip tie trick to tension the wire, but it...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-12-2024, 09:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 623
Posted By elav
With the doors unlocked (by the internal button)...

With the doors unlocked (by the internal button) give the door a whack with your palm, about 2" above the handle and then pull on the handle to see if you can get the door open. Never tried it but...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-05-2024, 10:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 372
Posted By elav
My guess is someone bought an ignition and key...

My guess is someone bought an ignition and key setup from another car. If so you will need to get the door lock re-keyed as you mentioned
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-23-2024, 02:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 548
Posted By elav
You need to debug first. I'd start with fuses.

You need to debug first. I'd start with fuses.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-14-2024, 05:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 337
Posted By elav
There is a table with what the motor with do...

There is a table with what the motor with do based on the micro-switch states. Can't find it but will look for it. Seems like the switch for the clamshell it being depressed before the top closes? ...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-24-2024, 07:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 981
Posted By elav
The genuine Porsche part is pretty expensive. I...

The genuine Porsche part is pretty expensive. I have heard to stay away from the after-market versions from non-Porsche suppliers. As tcoradeschi mentioned, getting the right VW part makes sense. I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-17-2024, 12:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 981
Posted By elav
Durametric has 2 versions. The Enthusiast...

Durametric has 2 versions. The Enthusiast version will support up to 3 VINs. The Professional version is meant for mechanics and will supports an unlimited number of cars. There are people on eBay...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-04-2024, 06:38 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,855
Posted By elav
Or buy an Enthusiast version with remaining VINs...

Or buy an Enthusiast version with remaining VINs (as they lock it to 3). That is how I got mine at a reasonable price.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-03-2024, 09:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 421
Posted By elav
While the radio really fits the visuals of the...

While the radio really fits the visuals of the car - it is a bit behind the times. I don't believe it supports wireless CarPlay, but you can add a module to enable that for like $50.

I have a '98...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-23-2024, 03:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 391
Posted By elav
Thanks - I lowered the window half way and it...

Thanks - I lowered the window half way and it seemed like the cable was a bit looser, but perhaps not. I was able to pry one of the green stops back a bit and get a zip tie in there. It helped...
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