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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-26-2025, 08:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,186
Posted By spinjockey
Having a new window sewn in was an option but my...

Having a new window sewn in was an option but my top had also shrank or was not fitting properly around the clamshell. The new top fits well with no gaps, wrinkles, or popping out of alignment when...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-22-2025, 06:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,186
Posted By spinjockey
I did shop around and received similar quotes. ...

I did shop around and received similar quotes. Labor costs are high in Maryland and there aren’t many places that do this kind of work. The other shop I called was probably good but the place I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-20-2025, 12:55 PM
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Views: 1,186
Posted By spinjockey
The top cost $1700. Labor was $1400. B pillar...

The top cost $1700. Labor was $1400. B pillar parts $150.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-18-2025, 06:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,186
Posted By spinjockey
So I ended up getting a Gahh top with the glass...

So I ended up getting a Gahh top with the glass rear window. I also got the German acoustic. Top up it is much quieter and looks factory. It looks fabulous with the glass window. I paid a local...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-01-2025, 09:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,186
Posted By spinjockey
Super helpful info. I’m still shopping around and...

Super helpful info. I’m still shopping around and considering doing it myself. Not sure if the parts need to be replaced as none of the YouTube videos highlight breaking but I don’t rule out needing...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-28-2025, 04:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,186
Posted By spinjockey
All good advice. Any opinions on fabric? Twillio...

All good advice. Any opinions on fabric? Twillio vs German A5? What about service mode with a glass top, any problems?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-27-2025, 04:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,186
Posted By spinjockey
New top and installers needed

It happened. I was trying to get one more top down drive before the season ended and my rear window has split. I’m looking for recommendations for installers in the Baltimore/Columbia MD area.
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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-28-2025, 05:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 372
Posted By spinjockey
I would buy a new one. They pretty inexpensive....

I would buy a new one. They pretty inexpensive. Part number is 996 521 551 01.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-15-2025, 08:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 429
Posted By spinjockey
You can call a Porsche dealer parts dept or...

You can call a Porsche dealer parts dept or pelican parts. They can decode it from your vin.

You probable have a failed evap solenoid. If you replace it get the Porsche part with the hose...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-15-2025, 04:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 429
Posted By spinjockey
It could be the purge solenoid under the...

It could be the purge solenoid under the manifold. Do you have any other symptoms like difficulty fueling or hard to start after fueling when hot?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-23-2025, 06:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,592
Posted By spinjockey
There is no guarantee that your problem is the...

There is no guarantee that your problem is the evaporation vent valve. You should do a leak test first.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-22-2025, 10:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,592
Posted By spinjockey
The charcoal canister is an easy diy repair. I...

The charcoal canister is an easy diy repair. I suspect you have a problem with the purge control valve. Do you get a no start when filling while hot?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-22-2025, 10:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,592
Posted By spinjockey
The sound while filling is NOT the howling sound...

The sound while filling is NOT the howling sound people are posting about. The bubbling is normal as the tank gets close to full. When you have howling you know you have it.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-17-2025, 12:24 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,843
Posted By spinjockey
You should get new cam cover bolts. Therapy are...

You should get new cam cover bolts. Therapy are relatively inexpensive and have been updated too. The new bolts have micro encapsulation coating to help stop leaks.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-16-2025, 03:29 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,843
Posted By spinjockey
Yes, not replacing the chains is often why...

Yes, not replacing the chains is often why replacing the pads doesn’t return the cam deviations within spec.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-15-2025, 04:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,592
Posted By spinjockey
You probably dodged a bullet but have to watch...

You probably dodged a bullet but have to watch it. The carbon canister gets plugged with repeated overfilling and contamination with age. This makes the carbon more like clay which effects the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-14-2025, 04:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,592
Posted By spinjockey
The woo woo or howling sound can be from a couple...

The woo woo or howling sound can be from a couple of things. It is a very annoying and nonspecific symptom. It does not spontaneously go away. The purge control valve under the manifold is common...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-07-2025, 03:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 635
Posted By spinjockey
Since it showed up after AOS replacement it could...

Since it showed up after AOS replacement it could be that you have a vacuum leak in one of the intake lines to the AOS. Those get brittle with age.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-03-2025, 11:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 544
Posted By spinjockey
I would buy new from suncoast or sunset Porsche. ...

I would buy new from suncoast or sunset Porsche. I tried to find a good condition used one and well they are all tore up.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-01-2025, 04:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 608
Posted By spinjockey
This engine is done. You can do the coffee table...

This engine is done. You can do the coffee table thing. You might be able to get a few bucks from a scrapper if you do the hauling.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-24-2025, 05:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 941
Posted By spinjockey
You likely have a problem with the micro switch...

You likely have a problem with the micro switch in the roof latch. Sometimes you can clean and repair the solder traces.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-22-2025, 01:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 941
Posted By spinjockey
You can rent a diametric or PIWIS off eBay.

You can rent a diametric or PIWIS off eBay.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-20-2025, 09:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 941
Posted By spinjockey
You may have a fault in your central locking...

You may have a fault in your central locking system due to a damaged wire/connector or hooking things up with the seat out. Durametric or PIWIS is the only way you can read the codes and clear them.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-10-2025, 03:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 562
Posted By spinjockey
Need to check your wiring for the fuel sender and...

Need to check your wiring for the fuel sender and washer bottle. They are on the same side of the car. Your wiring could have degraded or a rodent.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-09-2025, 07:10 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,843
Posted By spinjockey
I was referring to the chains between the...

I was referring to the chains between the camshafts. I’ve followed this repair by a couple of different people and replacement of the camshaft chains has a significant impact on restoring the...
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