Sadly, my boxster is leaking oil... - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

porsche986spyder · 01-02-2008, 11:22 AM

If it's only a few drops, I would just keep an eye on it. It may not get any worst. I went a whole year before replacing mine. But if it's allot more than that, then I would replace it soon. Good luck!

idheaton · 01-02-2008, 11:54 AM

If you decide to have the RMS fixed, I would definitely suggest finding a good independent shop. That should save you quite a few $'s from what your dealership is quoting you.

porschedude · 01-02-2008, 12:16 PM

I saw a bottle of RMS Leak Sealer at Parts America Store. I don't know if it works but you may want to try it..it's like $10 or 15....let us know.

fatmike · 01-02-2008, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by porschedude

I saw a bottle of RMS Leak Sealer at Parts America Store. I don't know if it works but you may want to try it..it's like $10 or 15....let us know.

Probably not for me...

I'm old fashioned & will probably go with the $3 bag of kitty litter for the garage floor if I don't replace the seal.

rdancd816 · 01-02-2008, 01:14 PM

If, as you describe, you have a "puddle" I would repair the RMS leak. If it is a couple drops every couple days, just monitor your oil level. I have had a RMS leak diagnosis from two years ago and the car does not lose enough oil between changes (7500 miles) to justify a trip to the garage. I have a '97 with about 24,000 on it and even the dealer says let it go. I have not ever had to add oil to the car to maintain a proper level between changes - but I do check the garage floor every day! Good Luck!

noogoo2 · 01-02-2008, 03:12 PM

I bought my 2002S this summer ( June 07 ) and it never had a leak... I started reading the many 986 forums that stressed the RMS issue. This was quite alarming. I think I read too many because within 2 days mine started leaking also. I think I'll stop reading the forums and it should dry up. I'd let you know if this works but I'd have to get back on the forum...thus, well you know...

fatmike · 01-02-2008, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by noogoo2

I bought my 2002S this summer ( June 07 ) and it never had a leak... I started reading the 986 forums and many stressed the RMS issue. This was quite alarming. I think I read too many because within 2 days mine started leaking also. I think I'll stop reading the forums and it should dry up. I'd let you know if this works but I'd have to get back on the forum...thus, well you know...

So, I guess if your reading this -- then your RMS must be leaking... Do you plan to fix it -- or let it drip for a bit?

I told my wife "I'm fixing it". Then :30 minutes later I announced that $1700 is a lot of money & she needs to pick up some kitty litter because I'm letting the darn thing leak. I'll sleep on it & tell my dealership what to do tomorrow.

spine911 · 01-03-2008, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by rdancd816

If, as you describe, you have a "puddle" I would repair the RMS leak. If it is a couple drops every couple days, just monitor your oil level

I totally agree, A "puddle" of oil is something that you should not be taking chances. If it is a couple of "drops" of oil, it is something that could still wait for a RMS leak.