2000 Boxster pukes up o-ring debris

[BYprodriver]

Originally Posted by HVBoxster

That's what I'd like to know. Unfortunately I don't know enough about the engine to even guess. The earlier post referencing oil filters might be one mechanism.

Silicone sealant is the "gasket" used to seal the crankcase halves, oil sump cover, & cam/head covers so any excess sealant is squeezed out into the engine. That's probably what you are seeing, if you post pictures maybe we can verify that.

[HVBoxster]

The mechanic in the shop didn't save the debris, so I can't take a picture. I've read elsewhere about the sealant and seen pictures. These guys were pretty sure it was originally an o-ring, but who knows?

I would prefer that it was a chunk of sealant because then I wouldn't have to wonder what problem will occur in the future because of a missing o-ring.