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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-22-2018, 02:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,316
Posted By sickbananas
Looking for replacement engine

My big end has failed, details will follow when I have them from the mechanic, not IMS related. It is going to be much more feasible to find replacement engine and reuse all the bolt on bits...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-05-2018, 02:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,287
Posted By sickbananas
IMS bearing pulled

In short, I have pulled my IMS bearing after hearing a knocking sound at 1/2 engine speed. The bearing is perfectly okay, I will replace etc I don't want to assemble everything back to gather and...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-02-2016, 08:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,911
Posted By sickbananas
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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-02-2016, 08:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,911
Posted By sickbananas
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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-02-2016, 07:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,626
Posted By sickbananas
Getting stuck in 3rd gear- help pls!

As the title says, I am getting stuck in 3rd gear (manual 6-speed 2000 S). I have a short shifter kit that has been working fine for a good few years. Its gets stuck in 3rd, and with a shorter throw...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-02-2016, 07:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,233
Posted By sickbananas
Q2: I have a spoiler light that I installed years...

Q2: I have a spoiler light that I installed years ago, it fits into a blank switch hole, works like a bomb. Small red led, flashes when the spoiler is moving up/down and stays on when its up. Bought...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-28-2016, 05:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 970
Posted By sickbananas
Wanted: OEM bucket seats

As the tile says, looking for a set of OEM bucket seats in black.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-02-2016, 08:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 15,628
Posted By sickbananas
If it is of any interest to anyone, I can offer...

If it is of any interest to anyone, I can offer some advice, I have the first z-top ever made as I live in South Africa. My boxster actually belonged to my father at the time. We had to go back and...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 01-17-2016, 05:44 AM
Replies: 1,379
Views: 652,662
Posted By sickbananas
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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-12-2016, 10:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,070
Posted By sickbananas
IPD finally installed

Finally got around to installing my IPD plenum with its pipe and the 74mm throttle body today. Installation was straight forward but with my ocd I cleaned the engine after I took all the original...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-24-2015, 10:42 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 11,825
Posted By sickbananas
Porsche 924 NA 82' year I think it was, what an...

Porsche 924 NA 82' year I think it was, what an awesome car that was, I'll try post a few pics later, she was a beauty IMO.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-24-2015, 10:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,687
Posted By sickbananas
As Jay G mentions, having it out of phase on the...

As Jay G mentions, having it out of phase on the either the front or rear can be benificial. I have had all my SQ car installations (previous cars not my 986) out of phase on in the front.

Trying...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-24-2015, 10:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,326
Posted By sickbananas
Welcome, awesome looking car you have! I was...

Welcome, awesome looking car you have! I was pretty young when I got my 00' S, not as young as you though.

Taking it easy for the first 6 months is really good advice, you will still enjoy it,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-23-2015, 10:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,651
Posted By sickbananas
I figured 2.5hours prep labour at $100/hour plus...

I figured 2.5hours prep labour at $100/hour plus materials $100 = $350 total

Gasoline is the equivalent of $3.80 per gallon
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-20-2015, 11:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,402
Posted By sickbananas
Welcome to the forum! You won't be disappointed...

Welcome to the forum! You won't be disappointed with the boxster and wealth of information of this forum, not many un-answered questions about our cars here. Happy boxstering!
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-18-2015, 06:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,519
Posted By sickbananas
get all your wheels balanced/checked if they are...

get all your wheels balanced/checked if they are balanced. Also check that the alignment is correct, when checking the alignment inspect all the mechanical parts mentioned already for wear.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-18-2015, 06:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,651
Posted By sickbananas
you should be able to get it done for about half...

you should be able to get it done for about half that at a good shop.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-01-2015, 04:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 927
Posted By sickbananas
You do get wire that is designed to withstand...

You do get wire that is designed to withstand fuel, I'm not sure on submiursing though. A good electrical parts shop should be able to help you or point you in the right direction. Make sure what you...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-13-2015, 07:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,207
Posted By sickbananas
Good answer, thanks, I will drive the car in the...

Good answer, thanks, I will drive the car in the same scenario, and give some feedback. Spark plugs are a given for me to change, I would however like to test my fuel pump, will search to see how I...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-13-2015, 05:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,207
Posted By sickbananas
Hesitation to rev and humming sound

Hi All,

I am wondering if any one can help to troubleshoot my problem, it doesn't seem to be a major problem, but I could be wrong. After I did a oil change I am experiencing a humming noise...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-12-2015, 09:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,175
Posted By sickbananas
Some good feedback you have already received and...

Some good feedback you have already received and BTW your 8 series is super sexy! I have a 2000 S and and very happy with my interior, I think you need to decide do you want a 986 or 987, the 987 has...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-12-2015, 08:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,193
Posted By sickbananas
Awesome car!

Awesome car!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-11-2015, 11:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,582
Posted By sickbananas
I am interested to know if you manage to fix this...

I am interested to know if you manage to fix this problem, mine also sticks at times, not really sure how to explain it. I'm going to read Ben's thread to see that gives me any answers .
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-11-2015, 11:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,828
Posted By sickbananas
True words!

True words!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-11-2015, 11:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,387
Posted By sickbananas
I like the idea of 986, have you done it? If I'm...

I like the idea of 986, have you done it? If I'm not mistaken, the letters are moulded into the plastic that protrude out, unless I am wrong and they can be removed? If this is the case, to answer...
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