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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 12-18-2013, 03:25 PM
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Posted By brian325is
I had the same problem as silver-s. Kept cleaning...

I had the same problem as silver-s. Kept cleaning my mass air flow and the code would come back.

Changed the AOS and the oil filler tube and the code is gone. The filler tube had a leak somewhere....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-18-2013, 10:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,066
Posted By brian325is
Your car (2003 ) should look exactly like the...

Your car (2003 ) should look exactly like the parts shown on page 210 of the catalogue. 2002 and older are a little different
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-13-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,613
Posted By brian325is
It looks exactly like mine, which would be arctic...

It looks exactly like mine, which would be arctic silver. Guess I am wrong!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-13-2013, 12:02 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,613
Posted By brian325is
I feel your pain!

I feel your pain!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-31-2013, 01:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,998
Posted By brian325is
I always find it funny that in the same thread...

I always find it funny that in the same thread someone says " as it is a known issue with these cars." and everyone says not to cheap out and use a genuine Porsche part.

Porsche doesn't make the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-30-2013, 02:15 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,151
Posted By brian325is
Mine came with the defroster wire included from...

Mine came with the defroster wire included from auto tops direct. The socket is already there and you just plug in in.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-30-2013, 10:59 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,151
Posted By brian325is
Wow! I would like to meet the man that can...

Wow!

I would like to meet the man that can do a Boxster top in less than 3 hours and only charged $300.

I must admit the second time around would be easier, but I still wouldn't want to do...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-29-2013, 01:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,001
Posted By brian325is
The torque would be the same, as torque is...

The torque would be the same, as torque is determined by bolt diameter
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-28-2013, 08:44 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,151
Posted By brian325is
That would be because Trimer lists his car as an...

That would be because Trimer lists his car as an 03

The glass window on a 2000 does limit access to the engine somewhat but it is still very manageable

It also has a much smaller rear window...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-27-2013, 12:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,163
Posted By brian325is
There should be 2 longer bolts. They go in the...

There should be 2 longer bolts. They go in the two holes that have the locating sleeves attached. The rest are all the same size
Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 10-26-2013, 04:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,114
Posted By brian325is
You might try these guys Nineapart Home -...

You might try these guys

Nineapart Home - Used Porsche Parts - Porsche Recycling Facility (http://www.nineapart.com/index.php)

All the ones I see on ebay are slightly different
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-26-2013, 02:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,166
Posted By brian325is
Do not run the car when the check engine light is...

Do not run the car when the check engine light is flashing.

Buy a reader and read the codes and post them here

Link to new AOS tube
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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-25-2013, 03:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,862
Posted By brian325is
When I replaced the AOS I also found that the oil...

When I replaced the AOS I also found that the oil filler tube was leaking. This is sometimes caused by a failing AOS. Excessive vacuum causes the hose to compress and crack.

I think it also caused...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-24-2013, 11:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,993
Posted By brian325is
The link Steve provided in Post #2 also has...

The link Steve provided in Post #2 also has instructions. Very easy to do but you do require the T-20 tamperproof bit
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-24-2013, 09:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,993
Posted By brian325is
Remove the mass air flow sensor. If it is...

Remove the mass air flow sensor. If it is original, the Porsche part number is printed on it.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-23-2013, 02:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,035
Posted By brian325is
This first figure (0 ) is the figure best for a...

This first figure (0 ) is the figure best for a lower temperature. A low first figure allows to oil to flow better at a low temp.

You should top up with the same 0w40
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-19-2013, 03:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,486
Posted By brian325is
I bought the same thing Mark. Great deal and mine...

I bought the same thing Mark. Great deal and mine even came with a free t shirt attached to the jugs!
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-14-2013, 05:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,763
Posted By brian325is
If it was the AOS the oil leak is more internal...

If it was the AOS the oil leak is more internal causing the engine to burn more oil and the exhaust smoke.

The best thing to do would be to jack up the car, remove the rear passenger wheel and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-13-2013, 05:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,031
Posted By brian325is
How much oil is missing. Check the level. I...

How much oil is missing. Check the level.

I would be more concerned with how much oil got into the cylinders creating hydraulic lock.

Was the car driven or towed after this happened and did it...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-11-2013, 03:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,218
Posted By brian325is
If you check out the part numbers in post 3,...

If you check out the part numbers in post 3, there are 4 different part numbers for this pipe depending on the year of vehicle
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-11-2013, 03:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,430
Posted By brian325is
That is a beautiful color! Gorgeous car. ...

That is a beautiful color! Gorgeous car.

Depending on your age, you may want to re-think replacing the exhaust. Many aftermarket mufflers are excessively loud and have a lot of drone.

I have...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-11-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,355
Posted By brian325is
Which engine does your current Camaro have? ...

Which engine does your current Camaro have?

If you are going from a V8 to the Boxster you WILL miss the horse power. I DO!!!!

I am still not sure I made the right choice. Pluses and negatives...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-11-2013, 10:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,218
Posted By brian325is
The Radium King is correct. It is the lower hose...

The Radium King is correct. It is the lower hose for the AOS. You can see it in post 5 at the bottom right of the AOS
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-08-2013, 12:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,689
Posted By brian325is
If you have a 125 you have to use a 125 or the...

If you have a 125 you have to use a 125 or the updated 125-01. You cannot use the 124 and if you have the 124 and use a 125 you need an update . Remove yours first to verify part number as shipping...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-08-2013, 11:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,689
Posted By brian325is
My 2000 Boxster S required the 125 sensor which...

My 2000 Boxster S required the 125 sensor which is significantly more expensive.

The easiest way to tell is remove the old one first. The part number is on it.

If you are having minor problems...
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