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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-08-2025, 03:41 PM
Replies: 4
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Posted By elgyqc
Check out this thread: ...

Check out this thread:
https://986forum.com/forums/boxster-general-discussions/78235-door-window-not-dropping-properly-%96-troubleshooting-check-list.html
... specifically post #13.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-04-2025, 05:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 182
Posted By elgyqc
I don't understand what you mean by "put power on...

I don't understand what you mean by "put power on the poster and it works". Do you mean the motor?
Did the spoiler work before? If so what has changed since it last worked?
As already mentioned...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-30-2025, 06:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 470
Posted By elgyqc
I had a creaky clutch pedal. I sprayed WD40 up...

I had a creaky clutch pedal. I sprayed WD40 up where the rod and pedal lever meet and the sound went away. I think it took awhile though...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-27-2025, 07:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 389
Posted By elgyqc
The part is available for about the price of...

The part is available for about the price of shipping alone... I suggest you buy there....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-27-2025, 04:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 542
Posted By elgyqc
"Wheel offset, often indicated by the "ET" value...

"Wheel offset, often indicated by the "ET" value (short for the German "Einpresstiefe"), is the distance in millimeters between the wheel's mounting surface (where it attaches to the hub) and the...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-25-2025, 06:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 389
Posted By elgyqc
I can get a shipping cost to Tucson and get back...

I can get a shipping cost to Tucson and get back to you. You get to deal with any import costs.
Grant

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02/alum_intake11753497402.jpg
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-19-2025, 06:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 389
Posted By elgyqc
Misc Boxster and 996 parts

All parts are used unless otherwise noted. Prices are CDN$ and negotiable. Does not include shipping from Montreal Canada. Note to any US buyers... the new US import taxes seem to mean an additional...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-15-2025, 05:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 367
Posted By elgyqc
I have replaced the boots on 2 cars, but during...

I have replaced the boots on 2 cars, but during engine swaps, so the shafts where easily removable. Normally some suspension and exhaust parts have to be removed to gain access. I verified the CV...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-07-2025, 04:40 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,455
Posted By elgyqc
C'est pas juste à cöté...

C'est pas juste à cöté...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-06-2025, 06:46 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,455
Posted By elgyqc
My first guess would be CV joints. With the rear...

My first guess would be CV joints. With the rear wheels in the air turn the wheels back and forth to see if there is a noise.
Where are you in Quebec?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-25-2025, 10:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 315
Posted By elgyqc
I did three tops... my experience is here: ...

I did three tops... my experience is here:
https://986forum.com/forums/boxster-general-discussions/82464-diy-rear-window-my-new-top.html

I sold the extra top after having redone the original 2...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-23-2025, 07:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 298
Posted By elgyqc
Hmmm, a lot of that sounds really familiar, I...

Hmmm, a lot of that sounds really familiar, I have done almost all that on one or another of the 3 Boxsters that have passed through (or are still on) my hands.
On the door latches, when you pull...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-26-2025, 06:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,363
Posted By elgyqc
Sooo, you are explaining why everyone in the...

Sooo, you are explaining why everyone in the world, except you-all in the US, should not buy from the US.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-10-2025, 03:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 617
Posted By elgyqc
My hat's off to you sir! I could never do this...

My hat's off to you sir! I could never do this level of work but I am inspired by someone who can.
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 05-05-2025, 04:46 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 800
Posted By elgyqc
Sold for parts

Sold for parts
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-05-2025, 04:42 AM
Replies: 668
Views: 46,687
Posted By elgyqc
LOL Not original though, I think this is...

LOL
Not original though, I think this is suggested in the Pelican instructions.


I don't have a spare engine at the moment (just sold it) so I am trying to visualise this. My understanding is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-04-2025, 03:15 AM
Replies: 668
Views: 46,687
Posted By elgyqc
I have used the EPS disk on two cars, good price,...

I have used the EPS disk on two cars, good price, no complaints.
https://www.europeanpartssolution.com/power-friction-clutch-disc
... with the new bolts, used flywheel and pressure plate.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-03-2025, 11:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 369
Posted By elgyqc
Or... ...

Or...
https://986forum.com/forums/boxster-general-discussions/83789-repairing-underbody-panels.html
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-01-2025, 06:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 359
Posted By elgyqc
Ya, and you can bring he engine hoist in from the...

Ya, and you can bring he engine hoist in from the garage when you want to vacuum under the table or rearrange the furniture... :)
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-29-2025, 06:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 931
Posted By elgyqc
I can't help with the idea of welding... but I...

I can't help with the idea of welding... but I have drilled out several broken bolts and installed helicoils. With a good bit it goes pretty quickly. I didn't use a jig so some of my holes were a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-29-2025, 03:41 AM
Replies: 668
Views: 46,687
Posted By elgyqc
You're welcome. I should mention that there are...

You're welcome. I should mention that there are points where the instructions lack clarity, especially because I did separate instructions for the engine and the transmission, so the cross over from...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-28-2025, 07:36 PM
Replies: 668
Views: 46,687
Posted By elgyqc
If the bumper cover is off you can use the bumper...

If the bumper cover is off you can use the bumper or the bumper mounting points... I think.


I used the Pelican instructions, the Bentley book and my own list that I revise every time I do an...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-28-2025, 06:33 AM
Replies: 668
Views: 46,687
Posted By elgyqc
Like Newsguy in the previous post I have done...

Like Newsguy in the previous post I have done four swaps. Since I have Quickjacks that have a lift height that leaves a bit to be desired I have worked out a complicated way to get the engine out. As...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-27-2025, 06:58 PM
Replies: 668
Views: 46,687
Posted By elgyqc
Big advantage of an engine stand is that you turn...

Big advantage of an engine stand is that you turn the engine 90degrees so you are working with cylinders vertical and things don't fall out of the head!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-26-2025, 11:53 AM
Replies: 668
Views: 46,687
Posted By elgyqc
Here is a slightly fuzzy picture of the pads from...

Here is a slightly fuzzy picture of the pads from my 3.2 S engine,

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02/tensioner_pads_3_21745696918.jpg

You will notice that one is almost like new and the...
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