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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-03-2026, 06:05 PM
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Posted By maxbottomtime
good luck in your quest for a lift! I replaced my...

good luck in your quest for a lift! I replaced my drivetrain with a jack and jack stands (and a cherry picker). A lot can be done by weekend warriors.

Short on my lift is a set of quickjacks, but...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 12-12-2025, 08:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,039
Posted By maxbottomtime
I am not a buyer, but you could probably have ecu...

I am not a buyer, but you could probably have ecu doctor repair, and double what you'd make parting it out.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-14-2025, 04:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 342
Posted By maxbottomtime
Yes, given it is absent from the diagram I am...

Yes, given it is absent from the diagram I am asking for help on the install location.

Not sure how I can be more clear.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-12-2025, 11:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 342
Posted By maxbottomtime
Thanks - I know it is not a drain plug, and have...

Thanks - I know it is not a drain plug, and have found the part (and tried to look at parts diagrams), but still hasn't helped me find its exact location.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-12-2025, 11:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 342
Posted By maxbottomtime
This is definitely the # off the part -

This is definitely the # off the part -
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-12-2025, 07:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 342
Posted By maxbottomtime
PS/Radiator line holder bracket

Howdy, I am trying to find the install location for this leftover clip (hey only leftover part?)

986.347.777.00 - Believe it held PS, radiator lines? Not entirely sure on where it is located, but...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-25-2025, 07:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 492
Posted By maxbottomtime
Are you running stock amp? the crossover makes it...

Are you running stock amp? the crossover makes it a pain. Honestly, I regret messing with speakers on my car - the surrounds were in better shape than i thought, and honestly sounded good enough....
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-30-2025, 11:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,613
Posted By maxbottomtime
The front mount has a central bushing and two...

The front mount has a central bushing and two side pieces that reduce play further.

If those pieces are missing, it can cause clunking, looseness.


Having said that, vibration transferring to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-22-2025, 04:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 640
Posted By maxbottomtime
I say start with head unit, pccm clone would be...

I say start with head unit, pccm clone would be my vote (I installed it). See how you feel then.


The stock speakers have high db sensitivity, meaning a watt of power is more efficient than most...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-20-2025, 07:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,002
Posted By maxbottomtime
That is your door latch microswitch (although...

That is your door latch microswitch (although possibly the door handle switches as well). Basically, when you open the door, there is a switch on each handle (interior and exterior). This tells the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-11-2025, 01:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,148
Posted By maxbottomtime
Howdy. While there may be some info here, this is...

Howdy. While there may be some info here, this is generally a forum for the prior generation boxster. I would expect the boxster and cayman engines to swap easily (the cayman is a hardtop version of...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-08-2025, 10:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 848
Posted By maxbottomtime
What behavior are you talking about? Window...

What behavior are you talking about? Window drop/raise when the door opens? It is just erratically going off?

I had a window misbehave before i replaced my latch. Typically the cam the latch...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-04-2025, 05:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 966
Posted By maxbottomtime
You will be alone in that opinion! My replacement...

You will be alone in that opinion! My replacement engine had 6 of 12 bolts snapped in the block. They are notorious for this failure.



Glad you seemed to get it to work! I have the secondary...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-21-2025, 04:34 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,482
Posted By maxbottomtime
Could it be part of the CV joint cracking while...

Could it be part of the CV joint cracking while flexing?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-20-2025, 06:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,110
Posted By maxbottomtime
Right on! I was a little disappointed to see...

Right on!

I was a little disappointed to see the speaker brackets for the cubby are not available - only one seller in the UK who won't share (or even sell) the design.

Having received the kit...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-20-2025, 06:52 PM
Replies: 678
Views: 67,279
Posted By maxbottomtime
https://media1.tenor.com/m/SLjIrbzQGT4AAAAd/dwight...

https://media1.tenor.com/m/SLjIrbzQGT4AAAAd/dwight-the-office.gif
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-20-2025, 06:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,180
Posted By maxbottomtime
[/QUOTE] I can't speak to your vision, but...

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I can't speak to your vision, but it's fairly large for electronics. You can use an illuminated magnifying glass if that would help.
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-20-2025, 06:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,067
Posted By maxbottomtime
Very neat. How much weight do these cut?

Very neat. How much weight do these cut?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-18-2025, 07:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 617
Posted By maxbottomtime
Relatable. I put the ebay dual muffler exhaust,...

Relatable. I put the ebay dual muffler exhaust, seondary cat delete on my car.

Ran baffles in the exhaust for about a month but took them out (it gave weird rattle on dropping rpm).

Most...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-18-2025, 07:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,057
Posted By maxbottomtime
if it drives well after, and oil is flushed,...

if it drives well after, and oil is flushed, seems fine to me. the concern is seizing, wear on other parts, etc.

If it doesn't intermix, holds coolant, doesn't burn oil, and has the IMS fix...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-18-2025, 07:25 PM
Replies: 678
Views: 67,279
Posted By maxbottomtime
what the eff did i just read?

what the eff did i just read?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-18-2025, 07:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,180
Posted By maxbottomtime
Do you know how to solder electronics? It's...

Do you know how to solder electronics? It's really not too fine for the button. pretty simple.


I had a button off, soldered a new one on. Unfortunately my car lost the key, so i had to replace...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-17-2025, 06:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 504
Posted By maxbottomtime
neat.... carrying a bike worth half what my car...

neat.... carrying a bike worth half what my car is, this would be a cool option.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-16-2025, 09:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 617
Posted By maxbottomtime
You should be able to replae the boots alone...

You should be able to replae the boots alone without pulling the axle nuts/outer joints. Just disconnet at the gearbox, and you can cut off the old boots. disassemble the interior joint, then slide...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-12-2025, 02:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 459
Posted By maxbottomtime
You’ve ruled out most of the moving parts by...

You’ve ruled out most of the moving parts by removing the belt (water pump, alternator, etc.).

How about the ventilation fan on that side? Pretty loud on mine when it kicks on. Bearing there?
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