Thinking of buying a 97 Boxster - Engine Failure Question

[Brucelee]

Originally Posted by playboy

oh i c. The transmission cant be removed from the engine and then the seal be replaced like on most other vehicles?

I don't believe so.

At least at the local dealer, they take the whole deal out every time they do a RMS. Perhaps that is just their process?

Doc Willen would know for sure. Why don't you PM him!

[chiefsalami]

That is the process for anyone who could do that work. There simply isn't room to somehow remove the transmission with the engine still in place.

[rodsnhawgs]

Whoa... the engine and transmission CAN be separated leaving the engine in the car. I'm in the midst of removing and replacing the RMS right now at home. This is a fairly straightforward proceedure for anyone who has ever done these kinds of things before. Yes, there are some particulars for the Boxster (as w/ any vehicle), but a little research will quickly bring them to light. There are MANY good threads that address the process, complete w/ pics and comments, that will provide the insight needed. The Bentley service manual is a great resource, but not 100% complete in its information. The price the dealerships are getting for this job is crazy... I may have to do this as a sideline! Seriously guys and gals - don't get crazy over these cars - they are just machines that require a little work now and then.