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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-27-2013, 01:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,063
Posted By Richard Bruce
Rear trunk release

I pulled the driver side rear wheel, loosened the aft part of lining, reached in and grabbed the release cable. No need to remove the spoiler and or rear bumper cover.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-21-2013, 11:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,802
Posted By Richard Bruce
Coolant level sensor

Fortunately I was able to reach the plastic piece with a pair of needle nose pliers. Yes after paying all that money for the tank, I would have expected better QC.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-20-2013, 06:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,802
Posted By Richard Bruce
I found the float in the tank was being held on...

I found the float in the tank was being held on the bottom of the tank from a piece of plastic on an interior seam of the tank. This was excess from the plastic mold. Poor manufacture QC. A non...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-18-2013, 11:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,802
Posted By Richard Bruce
Well, I replaced the coolant level sensor and the...

Well, I replaced the coolant level sensor and the light continues to flash. I disconnected the sensor and the light goes out. I then removed the sensor and wrapped a cloth around it and the light...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-15-2013, 11:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,802
Posted By Richard Bruce
Mark, Heiko thx for the reply. Regretfully I have...

Mark, Heiko thx for the reply. Regretfully I have replaced the tank w/o replacing the sensor. Shame on me. Thx guys.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-15-2013, 07:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,802
Posted By Richard Bruce
Coolant level sensor replacement

Has anyone of you folks ever replaced the coolant level sensor (in the bottom of coolant tank) without removing the tanks? Thx, i need to replace mine. this is an 02 base.

Thx for any feedback.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2013, 03:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,005
Posted By Richard Bruce
Correction on my last post, the slow flashing...

Correction on my last post, the slow flashing light leads me to the coolant level sensor or the engine fan.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2013, 01:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,005
Posted By Richard Bruce
Thx guys for the response, I actually did try to...

Thx guys for the response, I actually did try to reset it by shutting it down and starting it back up, no help. I have determined it is flashing slowly (1 flash every 2 secs.) so this leads me to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2013, 06:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,005
Posted By Richard Bruce
Flashing Coolant Light

I have developed a slow flashing coolant light, which I understand equates to either a coolant level problem or a engine compt. fan. I have confirmed my coolant level is correct.

My question is,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-27-2013, 05:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,246
Posted By Richard Bruce
Water Pump Replacement

Looking into replacing my water pump. 60k on the clock with no o/h problems. Researching where to buy and I find alot of choices. It seems what I have read the plastic impellers seem to be an issue...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-26-2013, 12:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,075
Posted By Richard Bruce
I finished the Ims/Rms upgrade project today. I...

I finished the Ims/Rms upgrade project today. I wanted to thank the many very knowledgeable
folks that answered my questions along the way. This is a great forum.
Thanks to all.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-19-2013, 08:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,075
Posted By Richard Bruce
I was working off instructions from an LNE...

I was working off instructions from an LNE retrofit kit that indicated the center bolt should not be any tighter than 24 ft lbs this off a sheet dated 10April11, The latest sheet which JFP in PA gave...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-19-2013, 05:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,075
Posted By Richard Bruce
Just wondering why Wayne didn't differentiate in...

Just wondering why Wayne didn't differentiate in his instructions.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-19-2013, 05:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,075
Posted By Richard Bruce
Has any one run across the center ims bearing...

Has any one run across the center ims bearing bolt torque for the LNE retrofit.
Wayne says not to exceed 24 ft lbs while the LNE instructions say not to exceed 16 ft lbs. He does not make a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-17-2013, 04:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,075
Posted By Richard Bruce
Thx I will give it a shot.

Thx I will give it a shot.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-14-2013, 07:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,075
Posted By Richard Bruce
RMS installation tool

Would anyone be willing to lend/rent to me the rear main seal install tool for a 2.7 base boxster engine.

Thx in advance
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-07-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,419
Posted By Richard Bruce
LN Ims ceramic bearing

Sorry for all the confusion. The bearing that I have is what Jager has shown. The confusion was created for me after seeing the ceramic bearing showing a metal cage.

I emailed Michael a picture of...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-06-2013, 12:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,419
Posted By Richard Bruce
Just curious as to how does engine oil penetrate...

Just curious as to how does engine oil penetrate the bearing from the flywheel side when it is sealed on the fwd or ims side.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-06-2013, 11:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,419
Posted By Richard Bruce
I purchased the LN ceramic imsb retro kit from...

I purchased the LN ceramic imsb retro kit from Pelican. It is sealed on both sides.
The discussion came about due to a photo in the 101 boxster projects book. It had shown a picture of the open...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-06-2013, 06:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,419
Posted By Richard Bruce
And I thought I misssed something. I am going to...

And I thought I misssed something. I am going to call Pelican and than LN Engr. to see what I can find out.

If any one else can chime in...Thx
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-06-2013, 05:12 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,419
Posted By Richard Bruce
LN engr. ims ceramic bearing

I am in the process of installing a new LN Eng. imsb for a single row application. With what I have read I thought I would be getting a ceramic bearing without the embedded seals (on bearing face)...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-04-2013, 04:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,430
Posted By Richard Bruce
Thaks guys, just being cautious.

Thaks guys, just being cautious.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-04-2013, 03:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,430
Posted By Richard Bruce
Locking Camshaft(s) for imsb upgrade

I am a little confused about locking my camshaft and crankshaft at tdc. I am preparing my engine to remove and replace my IMSB. I have a 5 chain 2002 boxster base.

I am replacing the imsb with a...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 11-18-2012, 03:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 977
Posted By Richard Bruce
Ims retrofit tooling

Thx folks, Bala will lend me the required tooling
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 11-16-2012, 03:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 977
Posted By Richard Bruce
WTB Tooling for LN Ims Retrofit

I am new to the forum and have been reading it for some time. I have learned a great deal. I am going to do the ims upgrade on my 02 base boxster and was looking to purchase the required tooling. Thx...
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