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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-06-2006, 11:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,224
Posted By Strawfordt
Doubting the MAF. Performance is still very good....

Doubting the MAF. Performance is still very good. Maybe....better????

Could not join the reader to the OBDII port in the car. Very strange!
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-06-2006, 11:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,224
Posted By Strawfordt
I bought the code reader. hopefully I can read...

I bought the code reader. hopefully I can read the codes tonight.

I'll post what I get when I get them.

Thanks
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-06-2006, 11:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,925
Posted By Strawfordt
Clutch Pedal Travel

Hi,

My Boxster was bought with the statement that the clutch was "just replaced".
My pedal travels about 3/4 of the way off of the floor before the drivetrain begins to engage. I have full power...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-06-2006, 05:01 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,224
Posted By Strawfordt
Will any OBD reader do or does it require a...

Will any OBD reader do or does it require a specific Porsche code reader. The local Canadian Tire is selling a reader that is says is good for any vehicle 1996 or newer. It's only $99.00.

What do...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-05-2006, 05:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,224
Posted By Strawfordt
What should I do next?

Hi Boxster folks,

I got my very first service engine soon light today. I've had the porsche since June. It's a '98 with 90,000 kms.

Is there any tricks to getting the codes from the car without...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-27-2006, 06:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,618
Posted By Strawfordt
Good question, I'm same as you except with...

Good question,

I'm same as you except with 90,000 kms. What about your clutch? How do you know that you need a replacement? Is it because of the mileage or is there a symptom that has you...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-27-2006, 06:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,597
Posted By Strawfordt
Thanks everyone, I know that there is power...

Thanks everyone,

I know that there is power loss due to the compressor for the AC. I just never felt it had such a dramatic effect in any other vehicle I have ever owned. Must be the 2.5 Litre...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-27-2006, 04:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,597
Posted By Strawfordt
Does anyone else have this problem? It is...

Does anyone else have this problem? It is starting to really bother me.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-25-2006, 06:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,597
Posted By Strawfordt
Does A/C effect the power?

Hi everyone,

Has anyone noticed that when they have the A/C on the Boxster seems a little sluggish? Mine hestiates and requires a little more revving to overcome the strain incurred when it is...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-24-2006, 02:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,375
Posted By Strawfordt
Convertible Top Question

Hi everyone.

A question for you all.

My 98 Box has a convertible top that has no liner. I know that it is a replacement top and it was replaced the year before I bought it.

The other day I...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-09-2006, 04:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,662
Posted By Strawfordt
Thanks, I checked and I have to 000 version so i...

Thanks, I checked and I have to 000 version so i bought the new one. hope this helps my small problem.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-08-2006, 01:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,662
Posted By Strawfordt
Thanks to all, How do I tell if my Cap is...

Thanks to all,

How do I tell if my Cap is the updated one?

I checked at the dealer and they stated that the current part number for the cap is 996 106 44701. but they could not tell me how to...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-08-2006, 10:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,662
Posted By Strawfordt
BigIslandBoxster, Do you still get the smell...

BigIslandBoxster,

Do you still get the smell or did your parts investment solve the issue?
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-08-2006, 08:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,662
Posted By Strawfordt
The Sweet Smell of AntiFreeze

Thoughts and or Opinions Appreciated.

When I go out for a drive I can't help but think that my vehicle is emitting an anti freeze like smell after I have warmed it up.

My A/F levels seem fine...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-30-2006, 12:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,239
Posted By Strawfordt
Need the Switch

Anyone know where i can get the switch for the park brake lever?

Please help if you can.

Thanks
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-17-2006, 10:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,390
Posted By Strawfordt
Derb What else is on your list. I'm...

Derb



What else is on your list. I'm finding new opportunities (read problems) all the time.

My nightmare is the RMS leak. Downright infuriating. Dealer says he can replace the RMS but he...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-17-2006, 04:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,121
Posted By Strawfordt
Just did my Drivers Side. Cost was ~145.00 CDN....

Just did my Drivers Side. Cost was ~145.00 CDN. Labour was 0.5 hours. Parts are at the delear. You may want to try a wrecker for a cheaper part.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-13-2006, 10:24 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 35,648
Posted By Strawfordt
Because of the glass drop feature during door...

Because of the glass drop feature during door openings and closings, the regulators typically see a lot of use. a normal front door system without the galss drop feature is designed for 25,000 full...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-13-2006, 07:16 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 35,648
Posted By Strawfordt
Ahhhh... right you are. However, i said speed not...

Ahhhh... right you are. However, i said speed not momentum. The controller counts the time between the revolutions of the motor armature and determines speed.

For the record this is a general...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-10-2006, 02:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,390
Posted By Strawfordt
Thanks Mike. Not worth the hassle. I guess...

Thanks Mike.

Not worth the hassle. I guess i'll be leaving it then.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-10-2006, 02:02 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 35,648
Posted By Strawfordt
Okay, I have been in the window regulator...

Okay, I have been in the window regulator manufaturing business for about 13 years. I've been mostly dealing with North American domestic regulators.

Is this a sudden problem or one that has...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-10-2006, 01:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,239
Posted By Strawfordt
Did you get anywhere with a repair procedure? I...

Did you get anywhere with a repair procedure? I think i was over-stroking my handle cauing a switch error. Not sure but sure would like to know if i could fix it myself
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-10-2006, 01:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,390
Posted By Strawfordt
No one has had a fuel tank reading concern????...

No one has had a fuel tank reading concern???? Bummer.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-04-2006, 03:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,239
Posted By Strawfordt
Parking Brake Switch

Hi again...another issue here with a 98 Boxster.

Anyone had problems with the hand brake switch? Ever so often the park brake light doesn't illuminate on the dash and then i cannot get the top to...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-04-2006, 03:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,390
Posted By Strawfordt
Fuel Gauge Reading

Everyone's been very helpful here....Thank you.

Has any one had a problem with their fuel gauge? After filling I'm getting a tank reading of about 3/4 full. Maybe i"m getting an early shut off and...
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