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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-19-2025, 06:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,945
Posted By JZeke
seems like i need to kick myself for trusting...

seems like i need to kick myself for trusting that indy who said my DMF was fine. should’ve just got it replaced when they were in there…
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-19-2025, 06:09 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,945
Posted By JZeke
I just finished my suspension rebuild, and the...

I just finished my suspension rebuild, and the vibration is present still. My Porsche tech believes my driver side axle is on its way out and is wondering about trans mounts too. No misfires...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-27-2025, 09:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,945
Posted By JZeke
Did you keep the G86/20 transmission when you...

Did you keep the G86/20 transmission when you swapped in the LS3? How about the flywheel, is it a dual-mass one?

If so it would point to the "natural resonant frequency" of the M96 engine as the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-20-2025, 07:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 334
Posted By JZeke
Yeah, I replaced this a couple years ago and it...

Yeah, I replaced this a couple years ago and it made a world of difference - it was impossible to get a clean shift, now no issues. Though at times there have been a bit of graunch with imperfect...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-19-2025, 07:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 334
Posted By JZeke
Vibration Under Acceleration - Another Post

I also have this driveline vibration under acceleration but zero vibration revving the engine warm stationary. 2003 3.2, 79k miles. Figured a new post might get more views than thread jack.

work...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-18-2025, 06:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,945
Posted By JZeke
bumping this one as I also have this driveline...

bumping this one as I also have this driveline vibration under acceleration but zero vibration revving the engine warm stationary.

also have a new front mount, new clutch put in when gearbox was...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-08-2025, 06:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 428
Posted By JZeke
Awesome. 23742

Awesome.

23742
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-07-2025, 09:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 428
Posted By JZeke
P0430 - Which Cat? 2003 S

P0430, associated with the bank 2 catalytic converter - the "three way" or "main" cat

Which one is that? The one that's part of the manifold assembly? Or the one after that? Which is the correct...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-06-2025, 01:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,624
Posted By JZeke
Search ebay, there's a guy in New Jersey that...

Search ebay, there's a guy in New Jersey that fixes the Bose Amp. It's a relay in the amp that's dead, but it's fixable for less than $300.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-14-2024, 06:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,054
Posted By JZeke
Curious what the deleted response was... ...

Curious what the deleted response was...

Honestly just trying to get a holistic view of the Variocam Plus system as few people have written much about it. Spending time is fine -- this is a hobby...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-12-2024, 12:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,054
Posted By JZeke
Seems the more I read into Variocam Plus vs...

Seems the more I read into Variocam Plus vs Variocam on 9x6.2 and 9x7 cars, there is no actuator per se like on the older cars.

The solenoid (behind the valve cover) costs nearly $800 (!!!) for...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-12-2024, 12:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,054
Posted By JZeke
Actuator, or solenoid? Are the Variocam Plus...

Actuator, or solenoid? Are the Variocam Plus actuators removable without removing the valve cover like on the earlier 986.1? Solenoid removal seems easy; little difference from a plug and coil and an...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-11-2024, 12:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,054
Posted By JZeke
Right, I have found the P1341 info before - hence...

Right, I have found the P1341 info before - hence why I was considering looking at a new solenoid to start. My understanding with the 986.2 is that with Variocam Plus (oil driven, infinitely variable...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-11-2024, 11:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,054
Posted By JZeke
P1341 and P0430 Codes - Stored, no CEL 2003 S

I just hooked my Foxwell NT530 into the OBD port to discover two generic codes: P1341 (inlet camshaft bank 1) and P0430 (Cat. converter efficiency, bank 2) had come back after clearing some time ago....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-18-2023, 10:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,524
Posted By JZeke
I made some color options as it doesn't seem...

I made some color options as it doesn't seem anyone has really done anything that interesting with these wheels for either 986 or 996s. If anyone sees this and has pics of something theyve either...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-15-2023, 05:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,524
Posted By JZeke
Right got all that, I didn’t see the brown top in...

Right got all that, I didn’t see the brown top in your post first pic which is the giveaway it’s a 550 not an arctic with 550 wheels.

Anyone else got some painted Carrera IIs? Would love to see...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-15-2023, 01:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,524
Posted By JZeke
These look great! Car is arctic silver?

These look great! Car is arctic silver?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-15-2023, 01:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,524
Posted By JZeke
Some ideas I've liked: ...

Some ideas I've liked:

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02/IMG_40301702677562.jpg

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02/IMG_55751702677613.jpg
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-15-2023, 12:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,524
Posted By JZeke
Painted Carrera II Lightweight 18" - Any on Seal Gray?

Looking For: Pics of Seal Gray 986 & 996 w/ Carrera II Lightweight 18" wheels that have been finished in non-stock colors

Next week I am having my wheels refinished, and am toying with staying...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-25-2023, 12:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,171
Posted By JZeke
Wanted to revive this as info for anyone who is...

Wanted to revive this as info for anyone who is wondering about their shift feel:

It's the motor mount.

I decided to not heed the advice of my tech (who said the MM "looked fine") and inspect...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-05-2023, 07:10 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 16,170
Posted By JZeke
Since getting the Mr12Volt running (makes the...

Since getting the Mr12Volt running (makes the factory Bose w/sub box sound really good!) I'm finding myself enjoying my Spotify on a cruise. Tried bringing out the old CD book but I just can't with...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-07-2023, 05:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,399
Posted By JZeke
It all depends on which year you have, and which...

It all depends on which year you have, and which stereo.

For 1997-2002 it’s easy, you can buy an aftermarket head unit and install. With those years however it’s trickier if you have Bose as...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-01-2023, 04:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,181
Posted By JZeke
Mr12Volt P600 / Rennkit BTR-3 Install

Does anyone have instructions with images for the installation of a Mr12Volt P600 Series MOST bluetooth device? Maybe someone bought the rebranded Rennkit BTR-3 (that apparently does come with...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 05-01-2023, 04:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,693
Posted By JZeke
where did you tap the power for this? mine just...

where did you tap the power for this? mine just arrived today, and the lack of visual aids has me head scratching as to where best tap the constant power needed. Any suggestions/input you may care to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-27-2023, 07:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,312
Posted By JZeke
I wonder if the variocam solenoid is failing...

I wonder if the variocam solenoid is failing here, as ~5000 is when it kicks over to the high RPM profile. At least being a 986.2 it's easier to replace than the earlier models (it can be removed...
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