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Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 08-18-2021, 04:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,400
Posted By tada
It’s a manual. The interior is complete in good...

It’s a manual. The interior is complete in good condition. I suspect that a cam shaft sensor has gone bad and the engine won’t fire on one bank. I don’t have any of the previous owners service...
Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 08-17-2021, 04:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,400
Posted By tada
1998 Boxster for Sale

I have a project that I need to move on from.

I bought the Boxster back in 2016 and have stored it my garage since. It was running on three cylinders. It's Guards Red with a a hard top and...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-26-2019, 02:51 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 15,095
Posted By tada
Sorry to revive my old thread, but I’m back to...

Sorry to revive my old thread, but I’m back to trying to get the 986 running. On advice from a mechanic, I changed out the camshaft position sensor on the offending bank that was not firing up. I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-03-2018, 11:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,787
Posted By tada
Brian, if you ever do need access to the...

Brian, if you ever do need access to the Durametric, I have the enthusiast kit with two open VINs available.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-03-2018, 11:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,787
Posted By tada
I run the Durametric software on my macbook air. ...

I run the Durametric software on my macbook air. I just use the boot camp utility and boot it up into Windows 10. The old Windows laptop I had died, and I just like macs better.
Forum: New Member Introductions 05-03-2018, 11:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 709
Posted By tada
Back again

Well, it's been almost two years since I last posted, and I still have a '98 Boxster that only runs on 3 cylinders (1 bank). It's Guards Red with 98,000 miles and a hardtop. Bought it from a guy...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-16-2017, 10:04 AM
Replies: 1,233
Views: 194,278
Posted By tada
Another possibly good deal. ...

Another possibly good deal.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/6046629163.html
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-15-2017, 01:10 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,830
Posted By tada
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrW-l6S34DE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrW-l6S34DE
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-15-2017, 08:20 AM
Replies: 1,233
Views: 194,278
Posted By tada
I have too many irons in the fire, but this looks...

I have too many irons in the fire, but this looks like a really good deal
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/6045033361.html
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-07-2016, 04:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,343
Posted By tada
Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. and Canada...

Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. and Canada (http://www.pure-gas.org)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-06-2016, 08:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,276
Posted By tada
Congratulations!

Congratulations!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-06-2016, 09:04 AM
Replies: 1,233
Views: 194,278
Posted By tada
Not a bad deal - $4500 (no affiliation) ...

Not a bad deal - $4500 (no affiliation)

https://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/5619992926.html
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-03-2016, 04:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,128
Posted By tada
Good advice. I'm using a scissors jack and 2x4...

Good advice. I'm using a scissors jack and 2x4 to do the support. I'm going to inspect the mount. I suspect it's shot. But I'll do the full replacement a bit later. Trying to diagnose a no run...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-03-2016, 01:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,128
Posted By tada
Thank for all of the tips. Hopefully I won't run...

Thank for all of the tips. Hopefully I won't run into any problems. But with the heat wave, my garage in now a toasty 95 degrees F.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-03-2016, 11:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,793
Posted By tada
Congratulations on your wedding!

Congratulations on your wedding!
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-03-2016, 10:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,128
Posted By tada
Dropping the engine a couple of inches

I want to take my air box off to get better access to my fuel injectors and rail on the drivers side. I read on Pedro's site that dropping the engine a few inches helps get the room to remove the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-02-2016, 05:01 PM
Replies: 1,233
Views: 194,278
Posted By tada
Project car $2800 (not mine - no affiliation) ...

Project car $2800 (not mine - no affiliation)

https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/5614405283.html
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-01-2016, 07:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,193
Posted By tada
The best OBD reader for Porsche that is available...

The best OBD reader for Porsche that is available to the public is the Durametric. Available in the Enthusiast or Pro versions. Only runs on a Windows computer.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-23-2016, 10:27 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 15,095
Posted By tada
Got the diagram, thanks. I ohmed the harness out...

Got the diagram, thanks. I ohmed the harness out and found no problems. I was hoping to find a short to ground. I used a noid light and saw the harness working correctly. But I can't get my meter...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-23-2016, 08:09 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 15,095
Posted By tada
I removed the vacuum hose for the brake booster...

I removed the vacuum hose for the brake booster and sealed over the opening with duct tape. Same results. Running on bank 1 only. So I have chased the vacuum leaks. The only thing I can think of...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-22-2016, 12:08 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 15,095
Posted By tada
I think there still must be a large vacuum leak. ...

I think there still must be a large vacuum leak. My next suspect is the brake booster vacuum line. Does anyone know how to disconnect the white round connector in the engine bay, or is it necessary...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-21-2016, 04:26 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 15,095
Posted By tada
Out of ideas

It's been a while since I updated the post. I've been working a lot of OT at work and haven't had much time for the Box. Today I cleaned the IACV and reinstalled it with a new gasket. I cleaned...
Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 05-19-2016, 11:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,107
Posted By tada
If the IMS has not been replaced, I'd offer...

If the IMS has not been replaced, I'd offer 7500-8500. Start low and bargain up. Look for problems like the scuff and use it in your bargaining.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-11-2016, 05:54 PM
Replies: 428
Views: 68,083
Posted By tada
55, Electrical Engineer

55, Electrical Engineer
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-09-2016, 08:10 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 15,095
Posted By tada
I think it's a good idea. No CEL is being...

I think it's a good idea. No CEL is being thrown. The only codes the Durametric is picking up is a low battery failure (when I disconnected it to reset the DME) and a P1541 when I jumpered the fuel...
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