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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-28-2007, 02:30 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,034
Posted By batmanboxster
Good to hear Master 986...... And by the way,...

Good to hear Master 986......
And by the way, Eastern Illinois University? I've heard some errr "stuff" about that school as well.....no comment! :o
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-28-2007, 02:00 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,034
Posted By batmanboxster
Agreed...

Yeah, I agree. Although, Master986 you shouldnt waste your time arguing with that kid. He sounds like he has a mindset of a 14 year old thug or something like that. As you can see, everyone seems...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-21-2007, 08:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,036
Posted By batmanboxster
Lightbulb Flashing CEL to solid

Heres what happened to my buddies '98 2.5L. He tried starting the car and it seemed to have a 'weak' startup, although it did start. A day after he was driving and then the CEL started 'flashing'...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-14-2007, 11:10 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,060
Posted By batmanboxster
By the looks of your pic, it seems as if your...

By the looks of your pic, it seems as if your boxster is messed up. Possibly a serious accident or maybe the previous owner did some major modifications to the car. I'd look into the history if I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-14-2007, 05:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,518
Posted By batmanboxster
Exclamation hmm..that makes sense. I have a question though....

hmm..that makes sense. I have a question though. Will my new 2.5L rebuilt engine come with a better Intermediate shaft, Rear Main seal etc?? Basically, are all the flaws of the original 2.5...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-14-2007, 04:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,518
Posted By batmanboxster
Exclamation Simple Question

Whats a core exchange??

I'm replacing my blown 2.5L with a new 2.5L and the dealer mentioned a core exchange and how this method is cheaper.

Thanks all..
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-13-2007, 07:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,284
Posted By batmanboxster
Exclamation Good points. I'm still shopping around, but I'm...

Good points. I'm still shopping around, but I'm leaning more towards a new 2.5L engine with a 36month warranty. A few places offer the 36 months but for a cost. I think it'll be worth the purchase
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-13-2007, 07:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,284
Posted By batmanboxster
Quote: "how much would a reman engine cost from...

Quote: "how much would a reman engine cost from pca?"

I've been calling around for quotes on a 2.5L and it seems as if they range from $8000 to $11000 Canadian dollars (engine price only). This...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-13-2007, 05:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,284
Posted By batmanboxster
But if the warranty runs out then I could still...

But if the warranty runs out then I could still end up in the same predicament (engine failure).
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-13-2007, 02:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,284
Posted By batmanboxster
Interesting. Its sad to know that these design...

Interesting. Its sad to know that these design flaws still remain even in the newer engines. I guess theres no escaping it.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-13-2007, 01:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,284
Posted By batmanboxster
Lightbulb Re-manufactured engine- Reliability

I was just on the PCA site and read something about re-manufactured engines. Basically, the post said that re-manufactured engines DO NOT have the same flaws as the original. Apparently, the claim...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-09-2007, 04:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,863
Posted By batmanboxster
hmmm..so what do you all think is the cheapest,...

hmmm..so what do you all think is the cheapest, least troublesome and most rewarding engine swap to do?? 3.2? 3.4? etc

I was only considering the 2.7L because I thought it would be least...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-09-2007, 12:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,863
Posted By batmanboxster
Exclamation Engine swap- labour???

I just had a quick question. How long does it usually take to swap an engine out of a '99 boxster and replace it with a 03 2.7L engine??

I just need a quick estimate because Im trying to find a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-06-2007, 02:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,392
Posted By batmanboxster
Exclamation As of now, my car is just sitting in my driveway....

As of now, my car is just sitting in my driveway. I tried starting it once and it refuses to start up. The sound upon startup can be described as either a "sputtering or gurgling" sound coming from...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-04-2007, 02:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,392
Posted By batmanboxster
Exclamation Kinda straying off topic, but lets say i need to...

Kinda straying off topic, but lets say i need to replace the engine. Whats the most reliable boxster "S" engine to go with?? I've read that post 2002-2004 engines have the least problems (oil...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-04-2007, 01:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,392
Posted By batmanboxster
Exclamation I just got off the phone with the Porsche...

I just got off the phone with the Porsche mechanic. He also suggested that it could be the "coils".... I am not knowledgable in mechanics, so, what does it mean when my coils are bad?? Is this an...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-04-2007, 01:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,392
Posted By batmanboxster
Exclamation I have a 1999 Boxster. 105,000 km. Engine...

I have a 1999 Boxster. 105,000 km.
Engine temp is fine. Coolant is fine. Oil level is full......

Although, I did have a KnN filter put in at 100,000km. This is what led my mechanic to the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-04-2007, 01:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,392
Posted By batmanboxster
Exclamation PLEASE HELP- new to the forum

Hello all. I'm new to the forum.

I just had my "check engine" light come on and it is flashing!

Heres what happened. I drove it for about 2 mins then the engine started to "sputter" and...
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