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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-30-2016, 05:39 PM
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Posted By VWTortuga336
Just installed the new ignition switch - still no...

Just installed the new ignition switch - still no power to anything. Tow truck is taking it to the shop on Friday. I'll keep everyone posted on what they find.

On a side note, I have read about...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-30-2016, 06:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,090
Posted By VWTortuga336
New ignition switch should arrive today and...

New ignition switch should arrive today and hopefully I'll have time to install it this evening. However, I'm not very confident that this will fix my problem. The old switch didn't show any signs...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-28-2016, 08:33 AM
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Views: 2,090
Posted By VWTortuga336
I'm with you now. When I looked at it the first...

I'm with you now. When I looked at it the first time, it was on my phone and not hyperlinked. I thought you were warning me of the torture to come.

Thankfully, I got the old switch out in...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-27-2016, 08:11 AM
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Posted By VWTortuga336
Don't know if this helps point to anything, but...

Don't know if this helps point to anything, but it seems like something is shorted out. When the car died, it sat for about 30 minutes before we towed it home. The battery was HOT.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-27-2016, 06:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,090
Posted By VWTortuga336
Why is that?

Why is that?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-26-2016, 01:05 PM
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Views: 2,090
Posted By VWTortuga336
Help With Odd Electrical Problem

My 1999 is dead, here is the situation:

-Was letting my family member drive the car, she is just learning to drive a stick
-Car died while trying to leave a stop sign, re-started the car to try...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-04-2016, 04:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,295
Posted By VWTortuga336
Yep, both doors actually lock.

Yep, both doors actually lock.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-04-2016, 09:29 AM
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Views: 1,295
Posted By VWTortuga336
Anyone have any input?

Anyone have any input?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-03-2016, 04:46 PM
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Views: 892
Posted By VWTortuga336
I Thought I Was Going to Have to Put Some Effort into Finding the Exhaust Leak

So I started to notice a tick tick tick sound under acceleration. No noise at idle, just acceleration. At first, I was worried maybe it was a valve adjustment and/or lifter issue. Then, it started...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-01-2016, 04:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,295
Posted By VWTortuga336
Can't Lock Doors

I recently purchased a '99 and the key will not lock the doors. The lock/unlock button inside the car works just fine, but the fob will not do anything nor will turning the key in the door. The...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-01-2016, 04:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,159
Posted By VWTortuga336
I can still lock and unlock the doors from inside...

I can still lock and unlock the doors from inside the car with the lock button.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-29-2016, 11:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,159
Posted By VWTortuga336
So now I just got error code P0128. Looks like...

So now I just got error code P0128. Looks like it's a thermostat stuck open issue. From what I've read, I need to replace the thermostat, correct?

If so, is that a DIY job? I have some experience...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-28-2016, 04:48 PM
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Views: 2,159
Posted By VWTortuga336
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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-28-2016, 04:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,159
Posted By VWTortuga336
Just Bought My First Boxster - Intro and Newbie Questions

I just bought my first Boxster and I am thrilled with it! I've owned a few old VW's and 914s, but this is my first "modern" (it's a 1999) fun car.

The car is in pretty great shape considering...
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