03 986 with Tip - Listen to This STRANGE Drive Train Noise

[stateofidleness]

Thanks for closing the loop on this one! Guess I'll bite the bullet and get mine changed out too.

Did you buy the Hub extractor kit ($379) from Pelican as well, or did you use something else? Thinking of pulling the trigger on the kit to ensure I can do the job easily without issue (only car and daily driver so can't afford any "snags").

Anything else you recommend getting while "in there" - I was thinking: axle nut, a new CV boot, some of the boot clamps, and maybe grease (what type)?? Not sure what parts I would need in entirety to DIY this.

Do you have a link to the axle nut on Pelican's site?

[Luccia at Pelican Parts]

Originally Posted by stateofidleness

Thanks for closing the loop on this one! Guess I'll bite the bullet and get mine changed out too.

Did you buy the Hub extractor kit ($379) from Pelican as well, or did you use something else? Thinking of pulling the trigger on the kit to ensure I can do the job easily without issue (only car and daily driver so can't afford any "snags").

Anything else you recommend getting while "in there" - I was thinking: axle nut, a new CV boot, some of the boot clamps, and maybe grease (what type)?? Not sure what parts I would need in entirety to DIY this.

Do you have a link to the axle nut on Pelican's site?

If you need help we do have our DIY here: Porsche Boxster Wheel Bearing Replacement - 986 / 987 (1997-08) - Pelican Parts Technical Article.

A new CV boot is a good idea while you're in there, especially if it's an older boot. We have a complete axle boot kit that includes grease and everything you'll need for your 986 here: 2000 Porsche Boxster Base Convertible - Axles, Bearings & Differential - Page 1. We also have the wheel hub nut here (scroll down a little): 2000 Porsche Boxster Base Convertible - Axles, Bearings & Differential - Page 1. Let me know if you have any questions.

[stateofidleness]

Thanks Luccia!

Quick question - a person commented on the Tool kit stating "The lack of a hub puller" - but he mentions that was used for a 911.

Will the kit (Hub/Bearing Extractor and Installer Porsche Kit) have everything I need to do this entire job in my driveway, or am I going to need something else (but not find out till it's in pieces )

Just want to have everything planned before I tear into the car.

[Luccia at Pelican Parts]

Originally Posted by stateofidleness

Thanks Luccia!

Quick question - a person commented on the Tool kit stating "The lack of a hub puller" - but he mentions that was used for a 911.

Will the kit (Hub/Bearing Extractor and Installer Porsche Kit) have everything I need to do this entire job in my driveway, or am I going to need something else (but not find out till it's in pieces )

Just want to have everything planned before I tear into the car.

Assuming it's this one: 2000 Porsche Boxster Base Convertible - Axles, Bearings & Differential - Page 5. I'm not really sure I understand what the individuals problem was in his review, but 2 newer reviewers said they used it without any issue. I have used this one in the past with no issues as well, but it's also got a higher price tag: Wheel Bearing Tool Kit B90K - Baum Tools - | Pelican Parts. If you get the first one and run into any issues, you could follow the instructions from what that individual posted, but I don't think you'll have an issue.

[stateofidleness]

Any chance I could get a free shipping code?

$560 order (all parts qualify), but it's 36lbs... extra $20 for shipping.. almost a deal breaker

[Luccia at Pelican Parts]

Originally Posted by stateofidleness

Any chance I could get a free shipping code?

$560 order (all parts qualify), but it's 36lbs... extra $20 for shipping.. almost a deal breaker

Check your PM.