It was the Boxster 2. Wayne Clutch replacement intervals depend also a lot on driving style. Some people are harder on the clutch than others. I tend to think I drive a bit harder on the clutch than other people, perhaps because I know how to do the replacement, and it's pretty easy for me? Dempsey, Founder, Pelican Parts Inc. Last edited by kx; at PM..
I bought my car second hand so I have not idea how it was treated, it had 31k when I purchased it, dealer replaced the RMS and flywheel at 35k dual mass failed he put the original clutch back in without asking if I want to replace it. When I got it back my clutch pedal pulsated, indication that the press plate was not bolted on evenly?
The original owner of my Boxster S had the clutch replaced at 33, miles, per the CarFax report. The pedal must be depressed to the floor board before I can changed gears Mine has , but to be fair those are mainly highway miles. I have heard others with simular clutch stories so it really depends on the driver and the type of driving. Obviously straight highway driving is easy on clutches. My 2. It was only just beginning to show signs of wear. Bump for more data.
Another bump. I voted over 50k when I originally saw this thread. I must have jinxed myself because at 53k it's chattering. Don't stress it - 53K is not too shabby.
Hi all, I have recently purchased a rather nice Boxster S in amazing condition inside and out and I am over the moon. However, the clutch pedal seems rather high and although I cannot make the clutch slip in anyway, even when doing my upmost to make it, I am keen make this car just right.
The previous owner told me that it has had a clutch in its lifetime but there is no evidence of this and therefore tend to think that in actual fact it hasn't. What my question is, on average how much is a clutch replacement and where would be the best place to go? I am based in Reading, Berkshire. Thank you in advance for your help Joe. DRH posts months. Joe, in my experience Boxster clutches get heavier as they wear, rather than the pedal position changing significantly. In the Reading area, you shouldn't go wrong with either Northway or Wrightune, both have a very good reputation.
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Reply to post. Flip posts. Essentials Only Full Version. PCGB Member. Boxster Hello, I have an 07 Boxster S with 56, miles on the clock and still on the original Clutch. If you have run a One of the most common areas for an oil leak is the engine rear main seal. See our common problems page for more information. Leaking oil used to just be seen as a annoying stain on the driveway and a potential fire hazard.
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An integral part of the emissions system, the Air Oil Separator AOS is designed to extract oil from gases in the crankcase, recycle the oil to the sump and send the gas through the combustion path to be burnt and cleaned by the catalytic converters. The AOS has caused numerous issues on Porsche engines. As the membrane in the AOS fails, oil is sucked into the air intake.
Initially this can show up as a check engine light for fuel adaptations and the oil can be deposited on the o2 sensors and cause emission faults. Of course, once it fails completely and oil is sucked into the intake, the resultant huge clouds of white smoke are fairly obvious.
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Check carefully for signs of cracks or degrading of the stitching around this window. This can be fixed relatively simply by a competent upholstery shop.
Corrosion is a rare item on the bodywork of the Porsche Boxster. Vehicles in the Midwest can exhibit some degrading of the lower panels if they have been subjected to road chemicals.
However, most Porsche owners store their cars over the winter to avoid this. The bodywork of the Boxster should be in perfect condition — in many cases the paint will have faded. Make friends with a good detailer who can do some paint restoration for you. The suspension on the Boxster is very solid. Naturally, over time and mileage wear can occur in plastic or rubber bushings that help to cushion the ride. Listen out for squeaks or clunks over bumps and check for leaks from the suspension struts.
Worn suspension components typically exhibit some noise and will show up as uneven tire wear. Check the tires thoroughly for smooth wear patterns and pay attention to the tire DOT date. Low mileage cars in particular have this problem — the tires do not experience wear because of the lack of mileage. On any Porsche, make sure you get under the car and take a good look at the inner shoulders of the tires — this is the most common place for extreme wear and the most likely to be missed by a walk round the exterior.
The manual and automatic transmissions on the Boxster are generally highly reliable. Both should change gear smoothly and without any hesitation. The auto transmission can be scanned for faults but rarely has issues. Fluid services can be performed on both transmissions and the duration of the time interval is quite high.
Look for previous indications this has been done or understand where the car is in terms of time related fluid changes for the transmission. Typically, problems with the automatic transmission usually spell replacement — not cheap! The answer depends on who is driving the car! Wear on the Boxster clutch should be very noticeable. Engine revs will increase while the car does not accelerate.
This is usually associated with a nasty burning smell. A slipping clutch spells trouble. When the clutch slips it very quickly does damage to the flywheel. Check the used Boxster you plan to buy for clutch replacement history and plan to have to do the work at some point in the future. The brakes on the Boxster are generally excellent.
Brake pad material does degrade over time, so again on low mileage examples check to see when the last brake service was performed.
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