2002 Boxster S Clutch Replacement

[deliriousga]

The flywheel is about $550 at Sunset Porsche and in the $400 range for a lightweight aftermarket replacement with inserts. I believe most dealers charge around $800 for the part and $200 for the labor even though it's a 10 minute job once the clutch pack is out.

From what I've read in other forums I think you'll probably end up replacing the flywheel anyway so you might as well just do it all at once when it really does wear out. The only thing I would not wait for is a squeeky release bearing since that can cause more damage if it explodes.

[ralegen]

AHH man.. I knew I was in time for a clutch job. My clutch has that squeaky feel and noise. THe clutch is definately stiffer than a newer one, but I've never had any problems with slipage. Time for new clutch! I'm actually glad because I haven't enjoyed driving it as much lately.

ADAM. Did you get a quote on how much labor would cost at the dealer? I'll probably end up what you're doing since I'm strapped for time.

[Mr. Boone]

The attached pdf may be usefull for those of us who intend to do the clutch replacemnt ala DIY. It also explains the spcial tool that supports the engine with the trans out I was trying to describe in my previous post. I got a price on this tool from a local dealer of $168.00 just for the crossbar (no feet) so I am now motivated to fabricate my own. Hope this is helpful.

[Adam]

Originally Posted by ralegen

ADAM. Did you get a quote on how much labor would cost at the dealer? I'll probably end up what you're doing since I'm strapped for time.

Naw, I haven't talked to them since 03. I should give them a ring one of these days though to find out what the damage will be for a clutch change. Let me know what yours quotes you.

[Tool Pants]

I have never seen the engine support bar shown in the shop manual and the tool catalog. None of the 8 mechanics at my local dealership use it, if they even have it. A few weeks ago one of the foreman and I went around the shop looking for it so I could take a picture. Could not find it. The foreman said he has never seen it.

They use an engine jack stand instead. So does another local dealer I have been to as they were doing a transmission replacement.

[Mr. Boone]

Originally Posted by Tool Pants

I have never seen the engine support bar shown in the shop manual and the tool catalog. None of the 8 mechanics at my local dealership use it, if they even have it. A few weeks ago one of the foreman and I went around the shop looking for it so I could take a picture. Could not find it. The foreman said he has never seen it.

They use an engine jack stand instead. So does another local dealer I have been to as they were doing a transmission replacement.

I would never buy one, but I might fabricate one. I think it would keep the trans \ engine seperation a little smoother by taking off the bind between the two. Of course the same effect could be done with two floor jacks, one on the engine and one on the trans, but I only own one floor jack......

[insite]

Boone -

Very early to be thinking about a clutch in that car (unless it was driven by someone who rides the clutch at stop lights or on hills). Average replacement mileage for a Boxster is in the neighborhood of 90K.