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  1. phillipj
    I believe the 06's have the new IMS design. There are a lot of Boxter experts here that will be able to give you a defintive answer.
  2. phillipj
    The dreaded "Porsche Tax" :angry: At least this site will save you so much money in the future (through advice and DIY's) you will forget about the MAF. :D
  3. phillipj
    Actually I was reffering to the other member who was on this thread. His forum name is "DR914jr" I was not accussing you of being a doctor lol! :D Thank so much for all the great info. I will look into the Motul product.
  4. phillipj
    Brad, Is there a transmission lube that would decrease the noise? What are the choices besides the Mobil 1? I was planning on servicing the tranny so it would be a good time to know my options. I'm not sure what brand of flywheel is in the car. The previous owner installed it and the reciept for the work does not specify the brand. It just says "install light flywheel and clutch assembly". I know it was quite pricey though.
  5. phillipj
    LOL! :D Thanks Brad..DR914. So when someone pulls up next to me and says "what's that rattle" I can say "I have no idea.Ask Brad"... :D
  6. phillipj
    Brad, Now I'm confused :huh: On my car and my friends cars the noise (rattle) is there at idle when the clutch is out. When you push the clutch in it (the rattle) does go away and you don't hear any ratlle when in any gear. Are you saying that the rattle should be there even when the clutch is engaged as well? Does this mean that my TB is bad? Clutch was replaced 20k miles ago and my tech said it did not need to be replaced when I got the new engine. He would have recommended it if it did. Thanks!
  7. phillipj
    I think what Brad is saying is that the noise is there all the time (with either flywheel.) You just don't hear it with the Dual mass. I may be wrong about this so don't get angry :huh: I have two Porsche friends who have been running light flywheels for 5 or 6 years on their 996's and they track their cars every chance they get.. They drive the crap out of them and have never had an issue with a bearing. It's interesting to hear everyone's mechanical input. I love this stuff. I think I should have followed in my Father's footsteps and had a race team.. A lot more fun me thinks! B)
  8. phillipj
    RFM? He is a moderator on the board and should be able to answer this question for you
  9. phillipj
    Brad, Thanks for the great information! It's nice to know what exactly what is happening. I'm also relieved to hear that you have not had any bearing failures. I love the light flywheel and would dissapointed to have to go back to stock. The LWFW also makes people (girlfriends, wifes etc) not want to drive your car as well (they don't care for the temprement of the Light flywheel) lol! :renntech:
  10. phillipj
    That is awesome :D
  11. phillipj
    Great, Thanks for all the feedback.
  12. phillipj
    Only when the clutch is out at idle. I have friends with light flywheels in their P cars and they all make the same sound
  13. phillipj
    My question is why does a light flywheel "rattle" at idle? What exactly is happening internally to create that sound? Thanks ! Phillipj
  14. phillipj
    Do a search for AOS here and you will find lots of links including diagnosing whether youir problem is the AOS. Part numbers and a DIY are in the links. Success!
  15. phillipj
    This is an awesome time to be looking for a used P car. I wish I would have waited a year :huh: If you think it's only Porsches take a look at what 500SL MBZ's are going for. I saw a 2003 with 30k miles for 30K!!! :o with a warranrty! :o Amazing....
  16. phillipj
    Here is an example of a 2001 TT. This is at a dealer. If you had cash you could probably get it for 36k http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u...;standard=false Phillip
  17. phillipj
    If the ignition "feels funny" it most probably the ignition swtich. When they go they make the car do straaaange things... Replacement should take care of all problems you've mentioned.. Great DIY for that here.
  18. phillipj
    I guess I must be fortunate because my wife doesn't like to ride in my car at all (with any muffler or at any time) :lol: :lol: .. :lol:
  19. phillipj
    Thanks Alex!
  20. phillipj
    Don, You are the best. Thanks you so much for taking the time for the pictures! I really appreciate it! :renntech: Phillipj
  21. phillipj
    Thanks Dharn, If anyone can photograph their Cab is the service position and show me how that piece is oriented I would appreciate it. Thanks !! Phillip
  22. phillipj
    anybody?? Please? :)
  23. phillipj
    The $15 k is just for the engine then you are looking at $2 k for the install. I know what you are saying though Take a look at the turbos again. You can get one much less than $45k these days. Just a thought. If you have cash you could probably get in in the high 30's.
  24. phillipj
    An engine from Jake will set you back $15k I believe. More if you want more HP. Better off buying the Turbo IMHO.
  25. phillipj
    When I lowered my top yesterday I heard a somthing pop and the top wouldn't go down all the way. I raised it to the service position and saw a plastic plate (about 8 imches by 2 1/2 inches) and spring next to the latching mechanism. After analizing where it came from I deduced that it protects the canvas from the mechanism when the top is down. It seem that one of the platic tabs on the latching mechanism broke off. This means that the entire mechanism will need to repalced. Has anyone had this happen? How is the plate supposed to be oriented? Can anyone give me a part number? Attached are pictures of the mechanism and the plate that covers it. Thanks in advance, Phillipj
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