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Boxster General Discussions
03-26-2018, 03:50 AM
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Anyone ever had a cylinder head replaced on their 986 S?
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jcslocum
Doug, We had a bad oil cooler on our 2.7 that...
Doug, We had a bad oil cooler on our 2.7 that leaked oil into the water. It was easy to pull and pressure test, so you should do that first before installing a new cooler. It takes just a few minutes...
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Boxster General Discussions
01-28-2018, 09:13 AM
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Milky coolant.
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jcslocum
The oil cooler is a good spot to check for...
The oil cooler is a good spot to check for failure, We dad this in our Box but it was very slight milky stuff on the cap and we could see oil floating in the water. Remove it, fill 1 part with water...
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Boxster General Discussions
01-11-2018, 06:11 AM
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Need help diagnosing frustrating steering/suspension issue
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jcslocum
Those mechanical items listed if the are...
Those mechanical items listed if the are shot/loose will all contribute to the issue. The tie rod ends helped with only 1 part of the system. The next to replace are the strut mounts, and then work...
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Boxster General Discussions
12-31-2017, 07:53 AM
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I need help handling my mechanic
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jcslocum
My biggest issue with the fix was that they...
My biggest issue with the fix was that they didn't test drive it enough to know they didn't fix the problem. THEY made a few guesses and replaced parts that "probably" should have been replaced. Now...
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Boxster General Discussions
12-27-2017, 04:10 AM
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New and need help
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jcslocum
At 2K I would buy it and figure it out, but that...
At 2K I would buy it and figure it out, but that is me.
It's not been said yet: There is nothing more expensive than a cheep Porsche.
This is a real and true statement. I have not followed this...
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Boxster General Discussions
12-20-2017, 03:29 AM
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Spoiler won't auto retract
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jcslocum
You can disassemble the unit and lube it. After...
You can disassemble the unit and lube it. After many years the grease goes hard and the mechanism will get slow. It's not real hard to do and should fix your issues.
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Boxster General Discussions
12-04-2017, 04:27 AM
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Exhaust stains....oil leak??? help
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jcslocum
I don't see the rear main leaks getting on the...
I don't see the rear main leaks getting on the exhaust headers or cats. The is more likely a spark plug boot leak or valve cover.
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Boxster General Discussions
11-13-2017, 03:51 AM
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Trunk open... no coolant in reservoir... long...
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jcslocum
Did you look at the water pump while under...
Did you look at the water pump while under there?? Check it for coolant stains in or around there and the thermostat.
Forum:
Boxster General Discussions
11-09-2017, 03:24 AM
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Know anyone looking for a SE?
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jcslocum
Had a boat before?? It will make the Box look...
Had a boat before?? It will make the Box look CHEAP to take care of. :-)
What kind of boat??
A hole in the water, surrounded by wood/FG/Alum into which you pour money.
I'm a long time...
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Boxster General Discussions
11-01-2017, 08:07 AM
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Squeaky Belt
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jcslocum
Squeaky Belt
Hello all!!
The box has been running well for the past months, so nothing to report on...until now that is. We have a squeaking serpentine belt issue and need some info on the crank pulley.
We...
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Boxster General Discussions
10-24-2017, 03:26 AM
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Added cooling for a 2.7
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jcslocum
It's a very easy swap tp do, really. Ot's right...
It's a very easy swap tp do, really. Ot's right on top of the engine on the drivers side (USA) and has easy access. The engine uses an oil to water heat-exchanger not like you are thinking, and air...
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Boxster General Discussions
10-20-2017, 03:50 AM
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I Did Everything Wrong But Got Lucky on My Boxster
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jcslocum
Great story!! As Robert said, no pics, didn't...
Great story!! As Robert said, no pics, didn't happen :-)
In this case, its better to be lucky than good. These are excellent cars and you will enjoy it immensely.
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Boxster General Discussions
10-12-2017, 03:31 AM
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Replace Entire Engine as Preventative Maintenance?
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jcslocum
Tom, Is there a typical failure mode that...
Tom,
Is there a typical failure mode that can be inspected for wear/potential failure?? Maybe with a boroscope? Oil test, etc...
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Boxster General Discussions
10-10-2017, 05:03 AM
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belt tensioner problem
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jcslocum
There is a nut on the back side, 15mm I think, so...
There is a nut on the back side, 15mm I think, so the whole thing may be turning. Sounds like you have to tighten the bolt up a bit to get it to loosen the spring. Slip the 15mm open end on the back...
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Boxster General Discussions
10-09-2017, 03:48 AM
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Seller lied, got screwed on Boxster. Keep or sell?
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jcslocum
Is it possible to see a picture of just how low...
Is it possible to see a picture of just how low the car is?? This issue shouldn't really make the car unstable and have no grip. A pic from the side would be helpful
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Boxster General Discussions
10-09-2017, 03:36 AM
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4
Wow. Replacing spark plugs and all spark plug tubes on the right covered in oil
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jcslocum
Just replace what is deemed bad. Inspect the...
Just replace what is deemed bad. Inspect the coils closely for cracks.
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Boxster General Discussions
09-29-2017, 07:40 AM
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1999 Boxster Camshaft Deviation Repair
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jcslocum
I wouldn't pay him anything, not because he had...
I wouldn't pay him anything, not because he had issues, but the invoice is a bit of nonsense. Along with 10 qts. of oil, there is 2.5 hours to replace a timing chin tensioner?? This takes 15 minutes...
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Boxster General Discussions
09-21-2017, 03:37 AM
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Aaarrrggghhh
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jcslocum
If it's the CPS, then no, no damage will be done...
If it's the CPS, then no, no damage will be done trying to start. It may start when cold but fail when hot. This is a common-ish symptom. Pretty easy to replace it from the pass side wheel well.
...
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Boxster General Discussions
09-08-2017, 05:13 AM
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HEAD headlamp
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jcslocum
This is the one I use the most. Variable focus...
This is the one I use the most. Variable focus and long battery life.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0171K1HT4/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
...
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Boxster General Discussions
09-07-2017, 03:34 AM
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2003 Boxster travails
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jcslocum
There is an SAI "fooler" being made by a member...
There is an SAI "fooler" being made by a member for testing purposes only!!
Particlewave. Do search.
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Boxster General Discussions
08-31-2017, 04:41 AM
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Afraid of the answer.....
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jcslocum
You can trust Woody with used parts. He's been a...
You can trust Woody with used parts. He's been a supplier to us and we have always been treated VERY well. Don't get overcharged with "factory" parts....
Forum:
Performance and Technical Chat
08-29-2017, 09:07 AM
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6
What now?
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jcslocum
Can you post a picture???
Can you post a picture???
Forum:
Performance and Technical Chat
08-28-2017, 04:27 PM
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Soft pedal after caliper rebuild, ideas?
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1,639
Posted By
jcslocum
#2 is the issue. Pump bleed with a thinner block...
#2 is the issue. Pump bleed with a thinner block of wood in there instead of the pad. K
Forum:
Boxster General Discussions
08-25-2017, 02:56 AM
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need help with air/fuel mixture problems
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2,265
Posted By
jcslocum
If the cat is fried then the 02 sensor will still...
If the cat is fried then the 02 sensor will still be working to correct the A/F ratio. It should not just sit still. You can find 02 sensors less expensive. They are literally all the same with a...
Forum:
Boxster General Discussions
08-22-2017, 09:58 AM
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59
987 Engine Failure Help
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4,480
Posted By
jcslocum
Woody can let you know as he buys wrecks or...
Woody can let you know as he buys wrecks or roller to part out.
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