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Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 09-25-2007, 01:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 920
Posted By larez2
The dent happened with the previous owner; they...

The dent happened with the previous owner; they said they tweaked it against a parking post of some sort in a parking lot. I'm not sure of the details or how it happened, whatever it was had to have...
Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 09-25-2007, 01:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 920
Posted By larez2
Thinking about selling my '99

Hi Guys, I'm thinking about selling my boxster and wanted to see if there was any interest at this price point.

1999 Porsche Boxster, low miles, $14,750/obo

You are looking at an nice "Lapis"...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-22-2007, 01:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 991
Posted By larez2
I think you need to get walker part number:...

I think you need to get walker part number: 250-24647 which has the same connector as your existing o2 sensors.

The connector on the new o2 sensor you got looks the same as the connector on the o2...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-12-2007, 06:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,113
Posted By larez2
Nice Boxster and welcome to the club. Sweet...

Nice Boxster and welcome to the club.

Sweet Stormtrooper outfit. You should drive around top down and dressed in it :p
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-11-2007, 02:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,147
Posted By larez2
I found this picture of a used toilet paper...

I found this picture of a used toilet paper filter on powerstrokedatabase.com

http://www.powerstrokedatabase.com/images_articles/frantz04.jpg

The guy said that's what it looked like after 2500...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-11-2007, 11:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,147
Posted By larez2
Sometimes Autozone has them - they can get the...

Sometimes Autozone has them - they can get the oil filters special order too. I order mine online, ********************************************************************************************.

As for weight, here is a guid:

"5W-30 For areas where continuous...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-04-2007, 05:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,520
Posted By larez2
When I use the Renntech DME 7.2 Engine code...

When I use the Renntech DME 7.2 Engine code search this is what i get (same thing for both):

P0153 = Ageing of oxygen sensor ahead of TWC, bank 2
P1276 = Ageing of oxygen sensor ahead of TWC,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-03-2007, 08:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,520
Posted By larez2
I bought mine from...

I bought mine from ******************************************************************************************** free shipping too. There was a thread on here a while back that suggested using cheap non-bosch o2 sensors. The model number for the cheap o2 sensors is...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 08-01-2007, 11:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,799
Posted By larez2
Dude, nice write up! Very thorough and easy to...

Dude, nice write up! Very thorough and easy to understand. Good point on disconnecting the battery, i bet most people wouldn't think to do that for changing out the seatbelts.

peace
Larez2
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-27-2007, 09:27 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,545
Posted By larez2
I have a 99' with the 2.5 and I just replaced all...

I have a 99' with the 2.5 and I just replaced all 4 o2 sensors with the cheap ones mentioned on this thread (USOS 4000) and I'm having problems similar to the other guys with the 2.5 engines :(
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-18-2007, 11:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,409
Posted By larez2
I tried using an oil extractor to suck all the...

I tried using an oil extractor to suck all the motor oil out on my 99' Boxster last weekend. The extractor tube got hung up in the dipstick tube about 1/2 way in, but with al ittle bit of wiggling, I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-15-2007, 06:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,281
Posted By larez2
There's only one motor and it sounds like it is...

There's only one motor and it sounds like it is okay. You probably have a broken top tranmission, broken ball joint or a broken cable. The cables are about $40/each from the dealer.

Here is some...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-10-2007, 10:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,164
Posted By larez2
oh just saw your update. Traffic won't be much of...

oh just saw your update. Traffic won't be much of a problem from Vegas to San Diego on a Friday. It's not normally very heavy. If you get back to San Diego during rush hour 4-6pm, traffic on the 15...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-10-2007, 10:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,164
Posted By larez2
It's about 320 miles. Traffic is the terrible...

It's about 320 miles. Traffic is the terrible going from San Diego to Vegas on Friday afternoon and evening. I would avoid driving to Vegas from SD at that time if at all possible. You shouldn't have...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-10-2007, 10:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,099
Posted By larez2
If PDR (paintless dent repair) will work for the...

If PDR (paintless dent repair) will work for the damage, I recommend the dent dude:
http://www.thedentdude.com/

Tony is a good guy and has done excellend work on my car (dings and windshield...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-09-2007, 09:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,444
Posted By larez2
I have a 99' and had as similar problem with the...

I have a 99' and had as similar problem with the front hood/trunk light. I sprayed a liberal amount of wd-40, like a 3-5 second shot down the hole where the latch is, and that fixed it. I did it...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-27-2007, 08:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,061
Posted By larez2
Here is a cheap option (kinda ghetto/shade tree...

Here is a cheap option (kinda ghetto/shade tree mechanic style), but at worst you'll end up having to replace the resevoir tank anyways:

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=1838
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-12-2007, 08:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,645
Posted By larez2
CAN = Controller Area Network "It is the fastest...

CAN = Controller Area Network "It is the fastest way yet for OBD2 vehicles to speak with their computerized systems." "... mandatory on all vehicles in 2008."

I don't think CAN compatibility is...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-05-2007, 12:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,406
Posted By larez2
The headlights were probably a custom job using...

The headlights were probably a custom job using his original headlights. I bet they took apart the light and put in HID projectors/bulbs/ballasts and maybe shrouds too and then put tint or paint over...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-30-2007, 03:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,409
Posted By larez2
I've used my oil extractor numerous times, but on...

I've used my oil extractor numerous times, but on other cars/trucks, not my boxster... less mess and reduced risk of burning yourself with hot oil.

I read somewhere that it's not possbile to use...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-01-2007, 07:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,345
Posted By larez2
You don't need special tools - at least i didn't....

You don't need special tools - at least i didn't.

Some guys have been able to yank them out with just their fingers. I wasn't able to do that.

I pryed the edge of the tube with a flathead...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-23-2007, 08:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,298
Posted By larez2
did you ever have any body work performed on the...

did you ever have any body work performed on the driver side door? Perhaps there is some body filler (like bondo) in it.

Larez2
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-20-2007, 12:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,755
Posted By larez2
I've decided to try this once my plastic window...

I've decided to try this once my plastic window breaks or becomes unusable.
http://www.emiata.com/BoxsterWindow.htm

If the rest of your top is in good condition, this option is worth considering....
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-13-2007, 11:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,853
Posted By larez2
Glenn, You are a good man to document and share...

Glenn,
You are a good man to document and share your knowledge with everyone. Pretty damn smart too.

Very through website with lots of great information.

I wish you luck and certainly hope...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-24-2007, 11:46 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,436
Posted By larez2
If its stuck closed these directions might work...

If its stuck closed these directions might work for you. When my top cable broke/snapped, I too heard a loud noise - a crack/pop.

I ended up just needing a new set of cables - it was about $70-$80...
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