What did you do with/to your Boxster today?

[Brian in Tucson]

Continuing installing a replacement engine. I was going to try to start it on Wednesday, had gotten to the add water and coolant stage. The vacuum filler thing wouldn't draw any vacuum at all, so I added a quart or so of distilled water which leaked out below the new water pump as fast as I could put it in.

The gasket is leaking. Darn it! There's this one bolt that is very difficult to remove. Gonna try again today. And then put it back in with copper RTV. I put the water pump in with those inside out torx and they are the fiddliest fasteners in tight places!

[78F350]

Originally Posted by Brian in Tucson

... There's this one bolt that is very difficult to remove. Gonna try again today. And then put it back in with copper RTV. I put the water pump in with those inside out torx and they are the fiddliest fasteners in tight places!

Brian, Check with the pro's, but if I remember correctly, you do not want to use ANY sealant there. Make sure to use a new and correct coated metal gasket like in this picture and have both surfaces clean.


Also one or two bolts are longer than the rest. make sure they are in the correct position.
https://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/Boxster_Tech/34-WATER-Thermostat_and_Pump/34-WATER-Thermostat_and_Pump.htm

[Brian in Tucson]

Originally Posted by 78F350

Brian, Check with the pro's, but if I remember correctly, you do not want to use ANY sealant there. Make sure to use a new and correct coated metal gasket like in this picture and have both surfaces clean.

Also one or two bolts are longer than the rest. make sure they are in the correct position.
https://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/Boxster_Tech/34-WATER-Thermostat_and_Pump/34-WATER-Thermostat_and_Pump.htm

Thanks, I got it sealed up & it doesn't leak anymore. Coolant's in, everything is done, and I started it yesterday. It's a used engine, and has a heck of a lifter noise. Gonna have to see what happens after I start to drive it and get some heat and rpms on it. I really don't want to start pulling valve covers and disturbing the cam timing. I bought a quart of Marvel Mystery Oil and probably will end up putting that in.

This is my first Porsche. My first Porsche engine swap, too. It's going to take a while for my arthritic shoulders and the cuts on my arms and hands to recover. In the meantime, I'm just gonna drive the S O B.:dance:

[paulofto]

Originally Posted by Brian in Tucson

It's going to take a while for my arthritic shoulders and the cuts on my arms and hands to recover. In the meantime, I'm just gonna drive the S O B.:dance:

Every DIY job exacts it's pound of flesh. It is the price you pay, but is so satisfying once done. And yes, drive, drive, drive.

[Brian in Tucson]

Originally Posted by paulofto

Every DIY job exacts it's pound of flesh. It is the price you pay, but is so satisfying once done. And yes, drive, drive, drive.

Yeah, I'm glad I still can! I'm 66, diabetic, and have a touch of arthritis. Working on the Porsche is intellectually challenging, a whole different learning curve from the Dodge truck or a Classic Prius. And a lot more crawling around on the carport pavement!

So yesterday I took it out for an Italian Tuneup, or is it a Bavarian tuneup? Anyhow, drove it for a couple of miles--since it's a used engine, I didn't baby it. Heavy foot and fairly high revs. The lifter noise disappeared! It runs pretty nice--and with the u/d pulley and the aftermarket (cheap) muffler it sounds good and has a bit more power, I think. I'll have to watch the coolant level and the oil, but I think it's gonna be okay.

Obtw, pics are worth a thousand words:







Click 'em to get the larger image!

[paulofto]

Originally Posted by Brian in Tucson

Yeah, I'm glad I still can! I'm 66, diabetic, and have a touch of arthritis.

Sounds familiar. I'm 63, diabetic and have knees made of broken glass, at least thats how they feel some days. But like you I am still able to work on my car (knock on wood) and I do enjoy doing it. My wife says I'm crazy, take it to a shop she says. That day will come but for now hand me that wrench.

[Brian in Tucson]

Originally Posted by paulofto

Sounds familiar. I'm 63, diabetic and have knees made of broken glass, at least thats how they feel some days. But like you I am still able to work on my car (knock on wood) and I do enjoy doing it. My wife says I'm crazy, take it to a shop she says. That day will come but for now hand me that wrench.

I have a utility rug like they use at the entrances to auto parts stores "Job Safety Starts Here!" an I use those dense foam flooring squares the HF sells. Mostly in self defense--my knees aren't bad unless I kneel on concrete. My back, neck, and shoulders get sore if I try to bend over too much, so I have a couple stools that I sit on. And a lawn chair for an occasional rest & a seltzer.

I live in a retirement mobile home park, I've seen it first hand. Inactivity & loss of mental workouts are fatal. Sit down and you may not get back up.