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Put in my first $1000 parts order to rebuild an...

Put in my first $1000 parts order to rebuild an engine. I intend to try rebuilding one as a retirement challenge. Fortunately, I have a perfect '99 so no frustration at not being able to drive!

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-28-2020, 02:31 PM

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New Zimmerman rotors and fresh fluid. Brembo pads...

New Zimmerman rotors and fresh fluid. Brembo pads were still pretty good, about two-thirds remaining, but the old rotors had a about a 2mm ridge.
Feels really good after bedding in.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-09-2020, 05:11 PM

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Getting the engine out of the project S. It...

Getting the engine out of the project S.
It would really help to get the driver's seat out of the way, but though I've decoded the secret ritual to release every other connector in the car, I...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

10-07-2019, 02:15 PM

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Moved it out of my lift bay to make room for the...

Moved it out of my lift bay to make room for the 540i whose fine ZF/Lemforder center link has been recalled. I love parts made in the third world labled as "German." A really fun job to do--twice.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-07-2019, 05:08 PM

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I tried to change the AOS. The mounting bolts...

I tried to change the AOS. The mounting bolts must be original, because they are far tighter than a 6mm should be. I got the lower loose, but the top one is shrouded such that, one-handed, I can't...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

01-20-2019, 07:11 PM

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Bled the cooling system after changing the water...

Bled the cooling system after changing the water pump, thermostat and plugs last weekend. Very smoky when warming, even after up to temp for a while. Seemed like steam, but no leaks and seems to be...

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