newbie - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

986Jim · 05-03-2006, 06:17 AM

I know here in Canada when you buy a car from a dealer, if it has particular problems (oil leaks and emissions problems) they are covered for 30 days from the date of purchase even if there is no warranty. Not sure how it is for you but check.

Regardless sounds like you can handle it really. The cool thing about the boxster is that it's like a FWD car with the engine in the back. So you have only two half shafts to pull out and the trans. There's no drive shaft or rear end technically like a Front engine RWD car.

There are a few different rear main seals most guys recommend I think the Cayenne is the one everybody is using now (yes the SUV) which apparently is like a wet noodle and not that easy to install I think they have an instillation tool, check that out.

Also when they leak bad have a peak at the clutch. If it has oil on the disc friction surface I'm sure you know what you have to do there. If it's tiptronic you can just wipe eveyrthing down and slap it together like any other auto.

Sorry to hear about your luck. The RMS is the main problem with these cars and the Porsche Boxer engine design, other then that it's quite problem free other than regular manintance and a few other little things that are easy to fix.

rodsnhawgs · 05-03-2006, 05:33 PM

OK guys and gals: I've attempted to upload 3 pics - I hope it works. Anyway, there have been some great suggestions so far - I've already obtained a set of owners manuals in their leather case; bought a Bentley Svc Manual (Amazon had the best deal); also picked up some Plexus - made a big diff in the rear plastic window. BTW, this car is an 02 Base Boxster - nicely equipped w/ only 27K miles. PCNA will supply the COA for a mere $95...probably going to spring for it so I'll know exactly what we've got. Not worried about the tool kit - I can put something together. Re the RMS, it seems to only leak at interstate speeds/higher rpms - dipstick showing slightly above full even now - I'm wondering if it may have been overfilled... another ?: how does the crankcase evacuate pressure? is crankcase overpressure a typical problem that may contribute to seal blowby? As always, thanks for your help.

mach schnell · 05-03-2006, 06:46 PM

what?! an auto-tragic transmission! you didn't get the memo?

seriously, nice car - very clean looking in white!

ScottT · 05-03-2006, 09:10 PM

You new BOX looks great... I too had some problems upon taking delivery but they soon washed away and were very happy with the car. Welcome to the club!

p.s. can't believe you went TIPTRONIC on us... JJ

MNBoxster · 05-03-2006, 09:16 PM

Hi,

Nice Car. Some people are both vocal and ignorant where the Tip S is concerned. Actually, it's a very nice package with the Tip S, probably more so than any other platform Porsche offers the Tip in.

I am pleasantly surprised at the Tip in mine and believe it's maybe better than the manual. I own 5 other cars w/ Manuals and can't imagine a Manumatic in any of them, but for the Boxster it's great, not a single regret about having it. Enjoy your new Car - let the Naysayers choose to row if they so desire...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99

rodsnhawgs · 05-04-2006, 05:02 AM

Re the Tiptronic...remember this car is for my wife...she wanted the auto. Actually, in the manual mode, the tip works pretty well - no complaint thus far.