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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-16-2009, 12:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,204
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Smile I think I know what the problem is

I've discovered that the erratic behavior is related to low fuel levels. When the red light is on the fuel guage the behaviour begins. So solution is to not yet very low on fuel.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-13-2009, 09:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,204
Posted By ChefCarnivore
I am going crazy with Boxster

The latest Boxster Rebellion was an erratic, jerky ride. Then a loud "pop" and the ride ran smooth again. Checked code and there were none. What is going on here?
I am in the process of moving and I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-11-2009, 01:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 940
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Headlights Don't work

The left headlights on my 97 boxster do not work. I've checked the fuses and replaced the locking clip for the connector on that side but no change.
Also the left turn signal is blinking at a rapid...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-09-2009, 01:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,213
Posted By ChefCarnivore
OK I got the Actron tool recommended

I got the Actron tool recommended from Amazon today. It indicated 3 codes without starting the engine. I did not write them down, but they did not seem important so I erased them and also erased the...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-08-2009, 08:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,213
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Ididn't know it was safe

Thanks for the info. I didn't know it was safe but the Bentley book says it would be put in a "limp home mode" so I took a chance. Nothing unusual has happened to the car since I bought it 3weeks...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 05-08-2009, 08:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,826
Posted By ChefCarnivore
What does wing and vents look like?

I have ever seen the side vents and wing. Could you add pictures. Also how much time does it take to install these and the top. I live in Raleigh and would not need shipping if I could just install...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-08-2009, 08:04 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,076
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Hate to go against the grain

The best car in my opinion is the Ford Escape Hybrid!!We just changed cars from a Nissan 240SX to a Boxster and from a Honda Accord to the Ford Escape Hybrid 07.

The Escape is a remarkable SUV...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-08-2009, 06:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,213
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Check Engine light on

Went to get pizza last night and the "check engine"light went on. This the first time for me being a newbie boxster driver. Bentley's book has all the codes but what do you recommend for the tester?...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-07-2009, 08:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,051
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Thanks everyone

I got it back in before the storm. I guess I panicked when I saw the dark clouds suddenly appearing.

I know you may have already done this but the Bentley book implies that you must get the top in...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-07-2009, 08:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,051
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Pics Didn't Show Up, Try Again

Here is pic. This is a 97 boxster.

:dance:
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-07-2009, 08:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,051
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Forgot Pics

The rubber strip sagging is the problem. It goes in the groove with thefabric of the top.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-07-2009, 07:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,051
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Help, Help It's About To Rain

When I opened the top to replace the engine air filter the rubber thingy that holds the fabric in was half out and when i touched it it all came out. See pics.

How do I get it back in. It's about...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-01-2009, 02:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,563
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Hard to follow posts

In one of the post someone said "It only works in 97 (boxster)" Whar is it that you were talking about? It seem to be in the context of setting the speedo to the actual speed rather than the factory...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-30-2009, 01:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,892
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Dating right now

Having just bought my first Porsche, a Boxster with a few years on it, I think of this as on a date. Through cordial introductions so that we get to know each other and where we had been in life. ...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-28-2009, 07:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,283
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Brothers can be dangerous

My younger brother left the road into a telephone pole on the left fender of my Sunbeam Alpine many years ago. This was done while I was out of town and he knew that he was not to drive the car. This...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-28-2009, 06:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,647
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Thanks for your help

I will take your advise and replace the grooved belt and keep the old one for an emergency.

Well that was fun. Next I'll switch seat backs while I wait for the parts.
:dance:
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-28-2009, 12:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,647
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Smile Additional Info

Notice that the bolt that holds the idler pulley is a mile long and its hex head is up against the sheet metal housing preventing removal. The only way it could have been installed would be if the...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-28-2009, 11:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,647
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Red face What am I looking at for fix

The other day I was cruising along when all of a sudden there was a "ploosh" sound and then a squealing. I pull over to the right and checked the tires for a blow out but they looked fine. Being new...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 04-27-2009, 02:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,375
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Nice windscreen

Where did you get the windscreen. It looks great. Also how is it mounted?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-27-2009, 01:44 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 85,774
Posted By ChefCarnivore
About the mirror

Did you say that the outside mirrors can be removed just by pulling them out of a socket? My drivers side mirror vibrates too much so I was hoping to find out why.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-26-2009, 03:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,600
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Where is door switch

Where is the door switch for a 97 boxster? The interior light does not go on when the doors are open.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-26-2009, 03:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,638
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Thanks for Pelican source

Thanks for posting as part of your message the Pelican catalog. I am new to the boxster scene so anything helps.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-25-2009, 07:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 944
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Exclamation It went ploosh and squealed

Well they things happen in threes good or bad. In my case it's the bad things. I had a flat, a headlight connector that did not work, and now this. I was driving along , stopped at a light and when I...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-25-2009, 07:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,217
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Angry Problem solved

The clip or retainer that hold the left connector on the car is missing. Had to order one at rediculous price of $10. Can't drive at night till Tuesday.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-24-2009, 04:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,217
Posted By ChefCarnivore
Unhappy Call me stupid

The left lights still have a problem but the right lights now work. I am used to cars that do not require the key in the ignition to be turned on!

I guess I better not make assumptions about the...
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