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Gator Bite 03-12-2015 03:10 PM
I know, 987s Rear Main Seals don't leak like the early 986 seals did... Yet I found myself replacing mine. I did so because I had removed my flywheel to fix a leaking IMS cover. Since I was right there with almost all of the labor already done, it just seemed like spending another $18 to freshen up my Rear Main Seal on my 80,000 mile engine was the sensible thing to do.
The job wasn't terribly difficult, but it did require a special tool and some real care. If you'd like to review the...
Gator Bite 03-12-2015 03:03 PM
It seems like IMS Cover leaks are not uncommon as our 987s age. I faced one in mine during my 7th summer. The seal is inexpensive, but the labor to reach it is significant. I replaced mine myself and I learned a lot along the way. I want to make sure that all of the 987 owners can learn from my work.
If you find yourself facing this same problem, or just want to get a peak into what's involved, you will find this interesting.
Intermediate Shaft Housing Seal Replacement (987)
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Gator Bite 03-12-2015 02:54 PM
An IMS Cover Oil Leak made it necessary for me to remove the transmission from my 2007 Cayman S (987). I documented the procedure at the Cayman Register and wanted to share the lessons learned with all of my 987 Boxster owning brothers.
My article is a bit long with lots of pictures and I like to update them from time to time. So instead of duplicating it here, I thought it would be best to keep it in one place and share a link.
If you find yourself faced with a transmission removal,...
Gator Bite 03-11-2015 11:17 AM
It's only a matter of time before every manual shift car needs a new clutch. I replaced mine at 80,000 miles because I was in there to replace my IMS cover seal. As it turned out, my original clutch was still in excellent condition. But there's nothing like the bite of a new clutch so I proceeded with the replacement.
Changing the clutch in a 987 isn't a terribly difficult job. Getting the transmission out certainly is a major operation, but a moderately skilled mechanic with time and...
Gator Bite 03-09-2015 08:02 PM
The rear suspension support plate isn't something that will go bad or need to be replaced. But, that darn thing is right smack in the way of many components in the back of our cars. If you want to change your transmission oil, it's is going to need to come out. Luckily it's pretty easy to remove it, but there are specific warnings that you'll want to be aware of. This article will guide you through a safe removal and reinstallation.
1!WARNING!: Removal of these parts can affect your...
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Gator Bite 03-09-2015 07:49 PM
Changing the transmission oil in a Boxster will keep its transmission shifting nicely and will prolong its life. Porsche recommends replacing the transmission oil at 108,000 miles or at 12 years of age, and I think it goes without saying that tracked cars should see a fluid replacement sooner than recommended. The transmission doesn't have a filtration system, so this is an area where clean oil can go a long way.
Porsche offers Original Equipment gear oil for our cars but the stuff is...
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Gator Bite 09-13-2010 03:25 PM
Let's face it, there are times when you just can't prevent the installation of a front license plate, which unfortunately comes with irreversible damage to the nose of your car. For me, it was tourist delivery that made it necessary for my front bumper to be drilled. This wouldn't be so bad if they didn't just blow screws into the plastic, but that's what they do, and the tension from those screws distorts the plastic around the hole into a volcano like head. Lucky for us, there are...
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Gator Bite 09-13-2010 02:55 PM
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter (also referred to as the Pollen Filter) is possibly the easiest maintenance task to perform on a 987. I'll demonstrate this task on my 2007 Cayman S.
There are aftermarket filters available, but I like to use OE parts for my Porsche. The part number of the factory Porsche filter is 997.571.229.01. It's available at any Porsche parts department. I usually keep one on hand.
Once you've obtained an OE filter or suitable replacement, you're ready to...
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