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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-13-2025, 05:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 458
Posted By sharper410
Thanks! I think that was it. All of mine were...

Thanks! I think that was it. All of mine were loose. I retorqued them and the noise is gone.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-12-2025, 03:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 458
Posted By sharper410
That was a good idea I didnt know about....

That was a good idea I didnt know about. Unfortunately I pulled the relay for it and still get the noise. Starting to worry this is something internal which would suck as this engine is a pain to get...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-12-2025, 11:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 458
Posted By sharper410
Squeaking Noise - Help

I've got this squeaking noise that I can't figure out so I'm hoping someone may have some thoughts. I assumed this was a belt or pulley problem but they all check out fine. I even took the belt off...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-02-2025, 07:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 840
Posted By sharper410
Maybe the question is what else could cause a...

Maybe the question is what else could cause a misfire on just one cylinder that I should look into first.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-01-2025, 09:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 840
Posted By sharper410
Cylinder Misfire

This is regarding a 2001 base 2.7 Boxster. I got a check engine light warning and clear loss of power one morning. The error code read misfire on cylinder one. My assumption was it is probably a...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 11-20-2022, 06:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,354
Posted By sharper410
How does the steering wheel look?

How does the steering wheel look?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-06-2022, 07:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,416
Posted By sharper410
Front Truck Release

I got another weird one. When I went to open the front truck I heard the typical "click" but the hood didn't actually release. This happened both when I used the key fob and the switch by the seat. ...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 06-18-2022, 07:13 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 655
Posted By sharper410
Tow Eye

Anyone have a tow eye laying around they don't need? Mine tool kit is missing it and the cost of a new one is ridiculous.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-22-2022, 05:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,475
Posted By sharper410
Now that I think about it, I did get a new...

Now that I think about it, I did get a new battery since last time I filled up so that reset the trip odometer. I just put the number it showed out there to avoid the "was it already full?"...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-20-2022, 06:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,475
Posted By sharper410
Can't Gas Up

I got a weird issue that I don't even know what to do a search for. I went to gas up my 2001 and had a hard time getting it to take gas. I put the pump in and next thing I know it stops and gas...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-24-2021, 06:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,242
Posted By sharper410
I fed the new line in from the top and had to...

I fed the new line in from the top and had to push it as far to the side of the engine bay as I could. Once the section where the hard line meets the rubber cleared the side of the engine, I was...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-16-2021, 12:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,242
Posted By sharper410
Power Steering Pulley Removal

Is there a trick to removing the power steering pulley? My pressure line sprung some leaks so I'm trying to replace it and need the pulley off to have clearance to remove the hose. I took off the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-22-2021, 10:43 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 875
Posted By sharper410
Spring Settling

I've just installed coil overs on my 2001 Boxster and read where people talk about letting the springs "settle" for a bit. I want to let that happen before making the final height adjustments and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-15-2021, 07:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,331
Posted By sharper410
I did two-tone on my lseat covers. Beige doesn't...

I did two-tone on my lseat covers. Beige doesn't exactly match but isn't really noticeable with the black outer area. And my carpet is so faded it doesn't match either.
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-10-2021, 03:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,091
Posted By sharper410
I just got the slx7000 and it fits under my 2001...

I just got the slx7000 and it fits under my 2001 Boxster but it is close. Might be a problem if the suspension is lowered but figure some 2x8 blocks under the tires would fix that and could be...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-06-2021, 06:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 937
Posted By sharper410
eBay Score!

I was goofing off on eBay a few days ago and looking at a partial carpet set. It included the rear storage compartment and I noticed there was a wire with a plug sticking out of it. I took a chance...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 06-01-2021, 09:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,134
Posted By sharper410
WTB - Inexpensive Tow Hook

Anyone know of a source for an inexpensive tow hook? My car seems to have lost it at some point in its life. Doesn't have to be OEM, just something in case its ever needed.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-29-2021, 07:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,096
Posted By sharper410
I put the hog ring pliers through the slit you...

I put the hog ring pliers through the slit you are pointing at. I then used my other hand to push the strip they attach to from the other side to line it up and hold it in place when clamping the...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 05-25-2021, 04:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 933
Posted By sharper410
I can transfer the data over to a a different one...

I can transfer the data over to a a different one for a fraction of what they charge; just need a good one.
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 05-25-2021, 11:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 933
Posted By sharper410
WTB - Immobilizer

Looking for a good immobilizer for a 2001 base Boxster that I can clone for use in my car. Mine has damage so the alarm and locking features aren't working. Want to address it before it progresses...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-26-2021, 05:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 972
Posted By sharper410
Double Check on Wheel & Tire Fit

I'm needing a second opinion on if these wheels and tires will fit my 2001 Boxster. From what I've researched I believe they will but the guy selling them claims they are too big.

Front:
8x18,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-25-2021, 07:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,587
Posted By sharper410
I'm in the same boat in that my new top is...

I'm in the same boat in that my new top is missing the fabric tab for the elastic. I saw a video where someone sewed a piece in but I need to know where about along the top it goes.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-22-2021, 05:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,400
Posted By sharper410
I did mine a couple months ago with zero...

I did mine a couple months ago with zero experience. I watched these videos for how they are disassembled which then it was obvious how they go back together.

https://youtu.be/ynGjh2jOU0A...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-28-2021, 03:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 943
Posted By sharper410
Airbag Control Module

Does anyone know if the airbag control module is specific to the car its in? I'm finding conflicting information on whether the module has to recoded to the car its in. I was getting error 195 (bad...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-09-2021, 04:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,534
Posted By sharper410
Please put me on your list for immobilizer repair...

Please put me on your list for immobilizer repair when you have time to get back to them. No hurries as the car still runs and isn't my daily driver. Sent you a PM about a week ago with my contact...
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