I got the 10 gal of premium in yesterday. Pretty much all I could do, I've been cleaning and cleaning around the house as life interferes with Boxster project. I'll probably have time today to try to start it.

Other social isolation projects include a new set of struts for the Boxster. Got the struts, need some of the other parts.:dance:

Ordered a new gas cap because the tether on mine gave up the ghost. I had credit card points so it cost me nothing. :D

Got out of quarantine and took some pics around town.
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Replaced the engine mount (using many expletives)
Replaced the left rear tuning fork
Changed the oil

What did you do with/to your Boxster today?
 

Just took her to the office from sequester to get the mail.

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Can you share any new ones you may have invented? I believe my neighbors get tired of hearing the same old words when I'm wrenching. ;)

Changed the RH outer tie rod end and the RH rear trailing arm today. That took care of the steering wheel shake and the bumping noises from the rear.
The trailing arm is ridiculously easy to change. After the car was raised, the tools gathered up and the rear wheel removed , the removal and installation of the link was less than 10 minutes.

Quarantine...means clean engine now. :) https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...222ed6ef9a.jpg

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Getting the engine out of the project S.
It would really help to get the driver's seat out of the way, but though I've decoded the secret ritual to release every other connector in the car, I can't get the seat connection to release. Does anyone have that recipe?

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Got to 8:04

Finished reassembling the evaporator/heater box after fixing the blend doors.

Which method did you use to address this issue? How long did it take and was it a PIA or pretty easy?

Can you share the efficacy of your HAI? Thanks!

So in these times of lockdown, lets make the most of it.

Mopped and polished :D:D:D

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I am jealous!!! love that green :cheers:

It's a "hot" CAI. Previous owner had it installed. I will add a heat shield now that I have cleaned the engine to make it a bit more efficient.

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Lol. You got it. ;)

The engine looks great!

Are you going to fabricate the shield? I'd be interested in what you come up with, including parts and method. Seriously.

As I’ve been working from home in addition to not driving it much, I opted to take the dash out to avoid cutting anything. It also allowed me to repair the recirculation flap servo - an internal gear cracked off of the output shaft and wouldn’t allow it to move much.

Ambitious! Nice work!

I did a bit of spirited motoring earlier. We were both overdue for that! Later today, she gets a nice wash.

Installed new headers and downpipes with sport CAT's :dance:
Then went for a sprited 2 hour 'test drive' to the sunny twisties today :)
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Hi JCP, did replacing the rear RH trailing arm take care of an annoying rattling noise I have on mine when driving slowly over speed bumps etc.... ??? Thank you :)

It did on my car.
I had read a post about going over the same bump several times while changing loads against the suspension. Go over the bump with just enough throttle to maintain speed. Then go over the bump while lightly applying the brake, then do the same but apply bit of throttle. If the rattle changes intensity or goes away, then it's most likely a rear trailing link.
Good luck.

Well done. I ordered mine today. Did you have any issues with your O2 sensors?


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Same question about the sensor... and do you have a link?

No issues at all. I have now driven approximately 600km and no issues at all. I used the old sensors in their respective places (before and after the CAT's).

Here's from my previous post regading the connectors and extensions.

"Here's the part numbers I used to hunt the connectors:
Bosch 1-928-403-453
Bosch 1-928-403-736

Each cable needs one of each plug.

I purchased these from UK, since I'm in Finland (no customs etc issues) - at least untill the brexit kicks in
Here's the link where I ordered those both connectors:
https://www.auto-click.co.uk/1928403453
Same can be purchased from all continents.

On top of the cables I have the white 8mm heat resistant sleeve. This size fits real well ove the wires."

...and the actual post for the same:
http://986forum.com/forums/614254-post5561.html

Hopefully this is helpful :cheers:

Got some more done today with my IMS project. I got the spoiler, rear bumper, exhaust, and various support bars from the underside of the car removed. Disconnected the CV axles from the transmission. The axles were being stubborn when I tried pounding them out of the wheel hubs. So, I called it a day there. Hoping to get that transmission dropped here real soon.

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Washed it.

I made another DIY video when I painted the wheels of my Boxster 986. I also created a Patreon page if anyone is interested in supporting the channel and getting some additional content. You can join by going to www.patreon.com/helpmediy

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Changed both rear control arms and the drivers side rear trailing arm today. The passenger side control arm proved to be quite a challenge. It refused to part company with the chassis (inboard end), taking the better part of an hour to work it loose. I rarely take a hammer to aluminum, but today was the exception.

Bored during quarantine so added a bit of color to engine. Yes noone will see it except for you and me now. ;) https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...8cabbfaedc.jpg

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That looks interesting... keep going. When you've completed the painting fabricate the clear engine cover.

First, get that HAI covered. ;)

What did you do with/to your Boxster today?
 

Finished my Pelican Parts headlight cover install. Very happy with the results. More pics in Pelican’s headlight cover thread.

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I have those rims! 18"?

Started replacement of my a/c compressor clutch. Last time out I thought squirrels were wrestling behind me and today confirmed that the clutch pulley wobbles front to back and side to side. Found a clutch only assembly, refurbished, on a big auction site for much less than a new factory clutch assembly. Finding the clutch without the compressor attached was like finding hen's teeth - searched for a week. Thankful this is such an easy car to work on. Unlike the wife's Volvo. The Swedes are just mean.

Started my weekend project.

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I wish you luck! Taking old headers off are the only thing that gives me anxiety these days when it comes to wrenching on my cars.

Kudos to that!
I did the same project a week ago, but gave the header bolts change to my clocal Porsche indy. Too worried on messing up the aluminium heads... :rolleyes:

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Not today, but a couple of days ago I had mine in the shop for a small service, new brake fluid and installation of a B&M short shifter. Huuuuuge difference!

I'm still a bit confused. I installed headers and 200 cell catted midpipes today and the rear O2 sensors are too short. (NA spec 2004 986.2S (3.2) model). I'm afraid that if I splice in additional wire, the resistance won't be correct and I'll get CEL. Are there longer O2 sensors available that will connect? What are other people doing to run the post-cat O2 sensors on NA vehicles?