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Re: Key won't come out of lock, can't start - 7 months ago

987s are notorious for doing that. Its usually a voltage thing. If the battery is weak or dies, it will not release the key. Open the fusebox and look at the cover, on the inside. There should be a thin, long wire tool shaped inn place. Insert that wire into the key release hole on the ignition's rosette. That should allow you to remove the key. Replace the battery. Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Porsche Parade - 7 months ago

Is anyone here going to or already at Porsche Parade 2024? If so, enjoy! I'll be there for the Tech Tactics Tech Session where I'm presenting: "There's a Fix for that!". Hope to see some of you there! Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Re: Engine just stopped running … - 7 months ago

Best is to do a scan with a PST-II or Durametric to see what's stored. It could still be a CPS that acts up when hot (I've see that a few times). And as Trygve states it could be a fuel issue (pump or relay). I'm sure your mechanic will figure it out. Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Re: Coolant Leak 2001 Boxster S - 7 months ago

When the coolant reservoir cracks it generally leaks into the trunk, not into the fill area. That's the strongest part of the reservoir and I've never seen a crack there. Most likely, as was said, it may be the coolant cap. Make sure that you have an OEM blue cap with the part number ending in 04. Less likely the pressure relief valve could also leak. It's easy to find a leak in the coolant sy

BRBS 2024 - 7 months ago

For all those attending BRBS 2024, have fun and be safe. Please say hi to all my "old" friends. Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Today … - 7 months ago

… we remember and we honor those who gave it all. PedrosBoard

Re: eclipse report - 9 months ago

We only had 60% coverage, here in Tampa Bay, but even so, you could feel and see the difference. Since the first waves to be blocked are the Infra reds, you couldn't feel the warmth of the sun and all the colors were off! My wife and I travelled 800 miles for the previous one and it was awesome. I'll start making plans for the one in 2052. Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Re: BRBS 2024 - 9 months ago

Enjoy! Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Re: Trying to identify a problem - 2000 Boxster - 9 months ago

You could have one of your idler rollers of the poly-ribbed belt starting to fail. That could create an intermittent screeching sound. Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Re: 981 Doors - 9 months ago

Every 981 and 991 door panel will delaminate, no matter where or how you keep it. Warmer climates accelerate the delimitation but I'm getting quite a few Canadian cars that are also having delimitation issues. Check out my website so you can send them to us. The sooner you send them in for repairs, the cheaper it will be and the better they will look when repaired, Sincerely, Pedro

Happy pie (π) day! - 10 months ago

Since I'm a math nerd, I'd like to wish you all a happy π day. Make sure to take a bite of your pie today 3/14 at exactly 1:59:26 ( I don't think it matters whether it's AM or PM). Happy Porsche'ing, Pedro PS: This site is really slow! Even I haven't visited in a while.

Re: Squiggly pattern developing and increasing in size - 10 months ago

The LCD screen is damaged (heat/age/environment). I've seen it get better but it will mostly keep deteriorating. Replacing the LCD is the real solution. Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Re: infrequent clutch shudder - 10 months ago

Could be a small leak from the RMS. If it is that, the main problem is that it will damage the elastometer in the dual mass flywheel. Get under the car to find out where the drop of oil is coming down from. Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Re: LED upgrade - 1 year ago

You need to do some research in your case. The problem with LED bulbs on cars is that they don't generally have the same light pattern as standard halogen or xenon bulbs and replacing them may give you really bad illumination and/or could affect oncoming traffic which may make your car illegal at night. Find out if anyone has done it (from xenon to LED) and what was their results. It's easier for

Re: Happy New 2024. Pedro, the McQueen quotation from his LeMans movie . . . - 1 year ago

I saw it over the holidays. I liked it, my wife did not. I'll watch it agin, for sure! Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Re: Xenon bulb recommendation? - 1 year ago

Are you sure it's the bulb? Have you tested the ballast? Switch bulbs from side-to-side. That way you can tell if it's bulb or ballast. With Xenon bulbs you need the exact replacement, so if it is the bulb, look at the specs printed on the base and replace with similar. Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Happy New 2024 - 1 year ago

Best Wishes to all. PedrosBoard

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! - 1 year ago

... to all our cherished Members and their families. PedrosBoard

Re: Thank you, Pedro. - 1 year ago

Why would I use my competitor's product in my car? The whole thing about the LNE hybrid ceramic "solution" is that it is not a permanent fix. They recommend you replace the bearing at regular intervals. We developed the DOF because of that issue specifically. We had to offer a permanent repair. The TechnoFix (Direct Oil Feed) uses a steel bearing that's constantly lubricated and requires no repl

Hey John ... - 1 year ago

... many years ago I decided that I would maintain my car according to the Porsche Service Schedule and to replace any part that fails. It has served me well and save me a bunch of money. I have not done any preventive replacements, such as AOS, water pump, etc.except for the Direct Oil Feed IMS fix way back at 103,000K. Oil/Oil Filter changed every 5,000 miles and brake fluid once or twice per y

And, IMNSHO, the shark has been jumped! - 1 year ago

n/t

IMNSHO the O2 Sensors ... - 1 year ago

... get replaced for the wrong reasons. You need to know that OBD2 code Readers speak in code. Even though you're reading: "aging sensor ahead of catalyst, bank 1-3" the only thing that's a given is that it's happening on the right bank of the engine. The aging sensor doesn't mean that it's an old sensor, but rather that the signal the ECU expects to see from the sensor is weaker than it wants. I

Don't drive it any more ... - 1 year ago

... or you'll get a depreciation hit! For whatever reason there's the 100K point. Enjoy it. Never sell it. Drive it till it won't drive no more! Happy Boxstering, Pedro

In these trying times, ... - 1 year ago

..... "What if, today, we were grateful for everything?" Happy Thanksgiving PedrosBoard

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Re: headlight dim - 1 year ago

I'm assuming you have H7 halogens in your car. Probably what you describe as dim is just your parking light and not the low beam. The parking light makes it seem like a dim bulb, but the low is probably dead. Have you checked the fuse? Fuse A-9 is Low Beam, right side. Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Thank you …. - 1 year ago

… for your service! Heartfelt thanks to each Veteran. We salute you. PedrosBoard.

Most likely ... - 1 year ago

... it's a broken gear in one or both of the transmissions. It's not overly difficult, but it's quite involved to remove, repair, reinstall and synchronize both transmissions. Take it to a knowledgeable tech. Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Any PPBB member attending the SEMA/AAPEX Show in Las Vegas ... - 1 year ago

... next week? Seems like it'll be a nice one. I'll be there with Pedro Jr. Happy Boxstering, Pedro

Re: Exhaust Deceleration Noise - 1 year ago

Could be a loose baffle inside the muffler can. Try hitting it with a rubber mallet checking for the rattle. Happy Boxstering, Pedro