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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2018, 11:14 PM
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Posted By Pdwight
Thanks Guys

This should be a Stickie to help anyone else out attempting this
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2018, 08:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,196
Posted By Pdwight
Congratulations

you have reached "Double Jeopardy " :cheers:
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2018, 07:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,351
Posted By Pdwight
What cleaning product to use

I have the new water pump and thermostat housing installed, while I have it apart I want to clean some if the grime off the front of the engine. I know 409 is a heck of a cleaner but probably...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-08-2018, 08:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,197
Posted By Pdwight
A word of warning

My gasket came off clean, looks like new. However, while trying to make the three cuts to release it (the top two are no big deal) I tho9ught the bottom was broken and pulled hard on the gasket and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-08-2018, 04:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,777
Posted By Pdwight
I do use a Torque wrench for tightening

I do use a Torque wrench for tightening
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-06-2018, 05:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,197
Posted By Pdwight
Water Pump , thermostat and such questions

Well the Good Lord finally smiled upon me and I got some time to get back on my P car this afternoon. I got the coolant drained and the Water pump and thermostat housing off....and yes there is that...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-06-2018, 01:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,777
Posted By Pdwight
Discussion question....lube on lugs

I have heard many different opinions on thus. I have heard a tiny bit of wax or lanolin, a single drop of oil. And I have heard bone dry always....just curious what guy's have heard or do ?
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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-30-2018, 08:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,002
Posted By Pdwight
Tag

I want to know as well
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-29-2018, 04:06 PM
Replies: 6,754
Views: 1,709,610
Posted By Pdwight
Felt bad for it

It is up on jack stands waiting for a new water pump and AOS and control arms....tires and a 4 wheel alignment......working two jobs and never any time

All the parts just sitting there next to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-25-2018, 08:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,646
Posted By Pdwight
If you do not find one

Let me know, I think I have one here somewhere
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-24-2018, 06:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,301
Posted By Pdwight
Im doing factory wheels, please let me...

Im doing factory wheels, please let me know......kinda like the idea of black lugs
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-24-2018, 02:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,301
Posted By Pdwight
New Lugs hard to decide

I am having my original wheels powdercoated right now, was thinking of some new lugs. I see Febi lug prices all over the place. I am not interested in any that do not have the seperator or washer...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-13-2018, 12:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,736
Posted By Pdwight
Have decided to go that route, tires are...

Have decided to go that route, tires are approaching 5 years old....total cost of 4 Federal will be less than $360 ....that leaves room for mounting, balance and 4 wherl alignment....thanks everyone
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-12-2018, 10:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,977
Posted By Pdwight
I have too much wear on the inside rear tires,...

I have too much wear on the inside rear tires, and it is not even on both sides....driver is much worse. I have new rear tires on the way and new rear control arms to install.....then a 4 wheel...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-11-2018, 10:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,736
Posted By Pdwight
Thanks Maytag

I was just looking for a little feedback, had researched the tires and I have now ordered two for the rear. I think these will do fine for DD until I buy a new complete set...about to be tucked in...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-10-2018, 07:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,998
Posted By Pdwight
Freeze the new bearing before you press it in

Freeze the new bearing before you press it in
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-09-2018, 08:54 PM
Replies: 6,754
Views: 1,709,610
Posted By Pdwight
Here as well, only going to 97 F on Monday

Here as well, only going to 97 F on Monday
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-09-2018, 07:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,998
Posted By Pdwight
Simply asking

If anyone had experience with Federal tires, from many reviews (not by manufacturer or sellers) they are decent tires....BTY you can buy most any tire on Ebay from Michelin PAX tires to replacement...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-09-2018, 03:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,736
Posted By Pdwight
A question about Federal tires

Well with my summer repairs I found my rear tires to be in terrible condition on the very inside. Quite honestly with all that's going on right I cannot afford a new set of Pilots like I would...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-07-2018, 11:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,870
Posted By Pdwight
I had a sequel that I could not get rid of and...

I had a sequel that I could not get rid of and with only 7 K miles on the pads. I purchased new pads and shims (buffers) for all 4 wheels, I found that the screws in the shims were loose and causing...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-06-2018, 04:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,264
Posted By Pdwight
One thing leads to another....always

AFter removing the covers I found a fair amount of oil on the passengers side of the engine, might as well replace the original OAS (got parts on order , thanks Pelican ). My question is how to clean...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-02-2018, 10:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,264
Posted By Pdwight
Water Pump project started finally....questions on tensioners and idler pullys

I have my OEM pump ready, have the covers off and ready to start draining coolant tomorrow. I would like to clean and possibly lube the tensioners and idlers before reinstallation of my new belt and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-23-2018, 10:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,120
Posted By Pdwight
6S Lubricant

a couple of years ago I changed ti the Pentosin product and 2nd gear changes are not so smooth...especially when cold. I want to change back to the Porsche product that is supposed to go with my 986...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-22-2018, 05:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,728
Posted By Pdwight
Cruise RPM

So what is the best RPM to cruise at ??
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-22-2018, 05:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,052
Posted By Pdwight
Good to meet someone close

Lived here most all of my life
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