This video made my day. I did not know about the door-lock key window opening/closing trick. I had to pause the video and try it out immediately and of course it worked. I've started pimping my Boxster with a set of 18" wheels from a Cayman. I like the look much better than the originals which bug the hell out of me because on one side the spokes curve forward and on the other they curve backwards. The new ones are nice and straight and symmetrical.
Thank you for doing these videos. I sold my base model 1998 Boxster 6 months ago in Hawaii. Basically gave it away. It had 175000 miles on it. Moved to Boise Idaho and really missed that car. I had a triple bypass and thought I would never get another. However, tonight I’m flying to Seattle to pick up my 02’ Boxster S. I’m back. 😝
❤ just found you channel…remove side mirror and remove cover …saved me 500$. Bought entire used mirror . Bought new in 2003 boxsterS ..looking forward to watching all your stuff ,
I have just brought a 2003 Boxster 2.7 and found the video interesting thank you. I was aware of all of the tips already, except I never knew there was a spoiler until today. I have subscribed.
You don't need a boxster s. I've just purchased a tidy 99' 2.5 for £2150 and its more than quick enough. Ignore anyone who says you can't get one for less than xyz. Boxster S you'll get a tidy low mile example for about 3k
@@ewelinakryszczyszyn423 I think you are suckered into that money reading all the hype. You're probably one of those drama queens that bangs on about IMS failure and the high cost of maintaining a boxster
Did you get a Boxy yet ? If not, there's no reason to chase the S. The standard trim is brilliant, and is a perfect starting point. (If you're in UK, do look me up if you're in the market for an affordable boxy.)
So glad I found your channel! Love my 2001 Boxster. I've had it 15 years and NEVER knew about that key/window trick. I too paused the video to try it out and was surprised to see it worked! I drove my Boxster for the first time in months a few days ago on a Beautiful sunny day to the post office with the top down. Didn't go more than 10-12 miles. When I got home I could hear a tapping noise coming from behind passenger door. Kinda smelt hot when I got out. Then I noticed a good amount of fluid leaking from that area. Dont want to risk driving it and have a tow truck scheduled to pick it up in the morn to take it to a European AUTO clinic. Sure hope its nothing too serious. ESPECIALLY since I'm scheduled to get me 2nd Covid vaccine at 11AM tomorrow. I'm ready to ..GET OUT AND LIVE AGAIN! Sooner than Later too! Lol Thanks again for taking time to do these videos! StaYSafE 😷
When I owned a Lotus Elan with a plastic rear window, I had a cardboard tube that was for mailing/storing posters. It was covered with terry cloth and I dropped it in the area where you do the “chop” and left it in there whenever the top was down.
yo i just wanted to say i love your channel, since i have a boxster, it looks ten years newer thanks to you. just wanted to comment this when im early so u see it 😁
+Venatus022 thanks for the kind words, much appreciated! Unlike most channels you will notice I not only see every comment but I reply to them all too 😉. At least as of 6k subscribers and counting...
Great video. I have to try that window trick on my 2001 986 Boxster. My advice: If the plastic windows breaks (mine did after about 15 years), do NOT ask a Porsche dealer to fix it for you. They will try to see you a complete new top. I got it replaced here (South of France) by a local upholsterer/saddler (don't know the correct term in English) that usually works on the yachts in the local marina.
This! My plastic window has cracks that are now embarrassing and I am researching various options as the top itself still looks brand new. Did you only replace the window itself? with glass or plastic?
@@sjk8775 Hi there, I only had the plastic replaced (with plastic). Porsche had asked around 6000 to replace the whole roof which was still good besides the cracks in the plastic window.
So I’ve watched a hand few of your boxster videos . And I definitely have to get my hands on one now. No looking back. This is my next project. And I can get eyes looking at me when I get one lol. Such a beautiful machine! love the video my guy 🙏
Alarm bells are ringing. Ultra low mileage vehicles tend to be quite fragile. ‘Mint condition’ with 22/23 year old parts which have sat around perishing. You may be ok but I’d avoid a double race IMS bearing car which hasn’t been driven. Look out for timing chain rattle, your IMS bearing is unlikely to fail but your timing chains are liable to snap. It’s the reason Porsche didn’t revert to the double race bearings after the discovery of IMS bearing failure in the single race bearing, even after a law suit. Timing chains are an engine out job and it’s very labour intensive where as changing the IMS bearing can just be done at every clutch change.
This is a good video with many good tips, that oil level one especially. Also, the plastic window tips are awesome too. Thanks!. I have an '01 and it pretty much is the same as yours - guard's red with black soft top. One question I have is (you probably cover this in another video, sorry) is your stereo a replacement? That screen does not look like 1998 option. And I see you have a USB port. Is that also a replacement? Thanks
@@HelpMeDIY can you do a segment on the tiptronic transmission. Signs of when it is oil issue or failure, typical failure and cost effective ways to repair it. My trans issue has cost me about 8,000
Hi Erin. Thanks for your video. Didn't know the window trick. Please state how long you have it, what have been done with it. Mileage is always important as it helps to recognize whether you use it or just wash it most of the time. I own my 98 model now for about 8 years. It has 215 000 km on it and are totally reliable and still immense fun and absolutely gorgeous. I have the widest biggest set of tires possible on a standard 986 (275x30/R19 rear and 235x35R19 front) for daily drive but uses the standard rims with Pirelli P600's on track days. This thing is incredibly awesome. The CAT is removed. I replaced all springs and shocks lately, all engine/gearbox mounts. recon starter motor and just ordered a new plastic window, mine cracked (I drive top down most of the time). Engine still original, only using 9.1 liter fully synthetic oil. Oil stay always clean. I ordered new cambelt and pulleys, thermostat and housing, water bottle and water pump. Just prepare to somewhere in the near future, replace those items. Thanks to videos like yours and youtube, I managed to do most work my self. All I can say, this car is so over engineered that it is perhaps at least one of the best reliable and tough cars on the planet. I'm 63 and owned 47 cars by now. People especially fellow Porsche snobs may look down on Boxsters, but they are incredible reliable, simple and cheap to maintain and enjoy, every day.
+Alexander van Wyk hey there! I’ve had the car fir 2 years now and it has around 77,000 miles now. I have an entire video dedicated to the overview of everything I have done 😉
Aaron I have been scribed since I worked on my top. CZcams has unsubscribed me on all my channels, I go back and re up and click on all of your vids that I find , trust me I'm a follower on your channel. You have lots of good info! Thanks!!!
Thanks for your Boxster videos. I'm not very mechanically inclined, so I don't see myself tackling some of the more difficult things you've done (like adding heated seats) but I still enjoy watching them. The tutorial on reading the electrical diagrams was very enlightening! And this one was great - did not know about the windows/key trick or the Boxster chop! I do have a project I want to do - the tether on my gas cap has broken, and I purchased a replacement, but I can't figure out how to get the pin or whatever holds the end of the tether off. I have the Bentley book but it doesn't show how to get it off either. Have you had to do this?
First, thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment about the channel. I really appreciate it! I have not had to replace the gas cap or tether, but your question made me curious so I just went out to my garage to look at it. I think I have your solution! If it's like mine, it looks like "pin" holding the tether on is a typical rivet that Porsche (and BMW) uses a lot. I will call it a rivet in this description for clarity. I have an example of removing a similar rivet in one of my recent videos, the separating the lenses on the headlights. But what you have is similar to a wall anchor that expands when the screw goes in. There is a small cylindrical pin where the screw would go in a wall anchor that makes the bottom (legs) expand out. That's what holds the rivet in place. What you have to do is to press that pin in from the top and it will go all the way through and out the bottom of the rivet, relieving the pressure on those 3 "legs" that are spread out and holding it in place. You can then pull the rivet out. To reinstall, insert the rivet then press the pin back into the top of the rivet to lock it in place.
@@HelpMeDIY Thanks again - with your explanation and the video you mentioned I was able to find the right replacement pin and was able to get the old one out and the new gas cap and pin in. Couldn't reply on Facebook as I'm not on there. But I did buy a shirt!
Now I have to run down to the garage and see if my 987.2 wipers work the same way. I know the key fob doesn't open and close the windows, but I need to check if turning the key in the door does.
With top down, turning the key in either direction and holding in place locked and unlocked the door, but did nothing to the window. At one point it sounded like the window regulator motor clicked, but nothing happened. I didn't have time to mess with the windshield wiper other than to reach in with the top down and confirm there are 4 positions. (It also set off my alarm. LoL.). I also have a switch on the face of the stalk. Not sure what it does. Probably because I've only driven in the rain once since I got the car 15 months ago. :). By the way, for the record, I have a 2010 987.2 Boxster Base. I'll report back more on the windshield wiper when I have time to play with it.
@@HelpMeDIY - ok. The lowest position is off. But pressing down is spring loaded and gives a one swipe of the blades. Pulling the stalk towards me activated the the wiper fluid spray. . The switch on the face of the stalk does indeed control the speed of the intermittent wipers. BUT!!!! I found another button on the underside of the stalk face... From the icon it looks like it controls the washer fluid spray to the headlights! So cool to find these things. 😂 Oh, by the way don't activate the windshield washer spray when you're not moving and the top down.... Ask me why I know!! 😂😂😆😂
+Bart Ueberroth I have entire videos on each separate upgrade that I have done. Subscribe to the channel and look around and you will find all of your answers 😉
Great tips. Do you have any suggestions for a cheap way to get a replacement key? mine only came with 1 key fob. Dealer , local porsche shop wants $375 for a new programmed key.
I HAVE A 1999 BOXSTER . When I purchase the vehicle I told my wife I would just flip it and use the money to go toward her Florida room. it had a couple of things not working. The first is the rear spoiler is stuck up and will not go down . I tried the manual switch but it did not work. Next is the car can't be unlocked on the driver side ,the key just spins with no lock or unlock action. There is not a radio installed but I need a wiring diagram to do this correctly and safely. The last is the IMS bearing replacement or upgrade status is unknown. This as i found out is vital for engine life. Have you re[placed yours ? If you can help or lead me to any source of information on these issues i would greatly and appreciate it. Happy wife , happy life !
+Marquis Sivels thanks for watching! Sounds like you will want to subscribe 😉 I have not done the IMS personally. Check out the link to the manual in the description, it has a wiring diagram.
Hi Aaron, I can’t tell you how much I’ve appreciated your videos. You taken the bull by the horns &did everything yourself using only the 101 book, which I just bought. I just acquired. My first Porsche after waiting 40+ years. I got a 2000 S from California. In in New York and I was concerned about salt & rust. I’ve done light work on my cars starting with my dad teaching me, but I really gotta give you props for having the confidence to do it your way. I have some things that I want to work on, but I need more cosmetic work on mine than yours looks. I’ve always loved the Guards Red, Okay, my question is: what do you use on your back window as mine in no where as clear as yours. Do you have a specific brand or method that you use to keep it looking so good? Thanks again for sharing everything that you have with all of us. Cheers, Jack
@@HelpMeDIY I think that, that makes a lot of sense. There are a lot of us in the same situation.Not only with Boxster, but grade 2 models ( Miata, S2000 etc.).
@@HelpMeDIY why only check it on the dash and not on the dipstick. I didn't see you checking the oil level on the dipstick, you only pullen it out, It May vary with the level shown in the dash.....
I know but maybe your oil level was ok if you had checked the dipstick, it varies from each other. Mine 986 is overfilled in the dash but on the dipstick its 👌
Hi. Just bought an 02. 47000 km. Great shape except the plastic roof.. I think I can fix the cracks as they’re minimal, BUT, it is tearing away from the canvas. Any advice shy of replacement would be great??
@@HelpMeDIY thanks. The Shane is that the rest of the roof is in really good shape! I’ve reached out to canvas sailmpeople but they’re not getting back. I read somewhere that maybe upholstery shops? I’ll try them.
+Wolverton LeCensura had it about 3 years now I think. I go back and forth between selling it to get something new to make videos on and keeping it for a long time 😂
+carlo dalenz search my channel for “Boxster head unit” and you will find the install video. In that videos description will be a link to the one I used. And yes, modifying the factory one would be extremely complicated!
Is there a way to fix the top on my 99 boxter . Both straps that help store the top into its slots are not there. Previous owner had not modified and there is no way to reinstall as they simply are not there anymore.
No 1 is true for every car with automatic windows ;) and it makes no sense to put your spoiler just anywhere aerodynamically, this is a safety feature so people don't get their hands crushed. Same reason why you need to hold the open-button for tops on any car I can think of.
@@HelpMeDIY That is not what I said. I said 1) it makes no sense to have it just anywhere 2) the manual operation is a SAFETY FEATURE. If you hear your damn son screaming behind the car, that is a clue for you to stop retracting the spoiler. If you only had to push the button once and it would retract all the way no matter what, you'd be looking at a law suit ;)
This video made my day. I did not know about the door-lock key window opening/closing trick. I had to pause the video and try it out immediately and of course it worked.
I've started pimping my Boxster with a set of 18" wheels from a Cayman. I like the look much better than the originals which bug the hell out of me because on one side the spokes curve forward and on the other they curve backwards. The new ones are nice and straight and symmetrical.
+John Adams fantastic! That made MY day.
Don't use the word "pimp" with a Porsche, it's not an everyday Toyota or a Honda.
@@AlexiaVon Yeah, you're right. How about "prettified"?
@@AlexiaVon oof you'd hate my car😭
Ppp
Thank you for doing these videos. I sold my base model 1998 Boxster 6 months ago in Hawaii. Basically gave it away. It had 175000 miles on it. Moved to Boise Idaho and really missed that car. I had a triple bypass and thought I would never get another. However, tonight I’m flying to Seattle to pick up my 02’ Boxster S. I’m back. 😝
+Stuart Cogan yes!!!!!! Welcome back sir!
congrats!!
How did the 02 work out? I'm looking at one today possibly buying it, it's great to drive!
The “S” is just a different car than the base. Enjoy!
Are you still alive
❤ just found you channel…remove side mirror and remove cover …saved me 500$. Bought entire
used mirror .
Bought new in 2003 boxsterS ..looking forward to watching all your stuff
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+@richarddickerson2630 thanks for watching and commenting! Get ready… I think I have over 150 videos on the Boxster 😉🍻
I have just brought a 2003 Boxster 2.7 and found the video interesting thank you. I was aware of all of the tips already, except I never knew there was a spoiler until today. I have subscribed.
+moviebod 🍻
Currently saving up for my own Boxster S and trying to learn as much as I can beforehand. Thanks for the great vids!
+Thomas Heckman that’s great!
You don't need a boxster s. I've just purchased a tidy 99' 2.5 for £2150 and its more than quick enough. Ignore anyone who says you can't get one for less than xyz. Boxster S you'll get a tidy low mile example for about 3k
@@kingofthewestmidlands4049 your high on crack 130k miles example is £5500
@@ewelinakryszczyszyn423 I think you are suckered into that money reading all the hype. You're probably one of those drama queens that bangs on about IMS failure and the high cost of maintaining a boxster
Did you get a Boxy yet ?
If not, there's no reason to chase the S. The standard trim is brilliant, and is a perfect starting point.
(If you're in UK, do look me up if you're in the market for an affordable boxy.)
16 Mar 2022 Douth Africa... got my 1st boxster 986 1997, Red with 95k miles... I'll be referring to yr channel regularly.
thanx for the content
+Manuel Oliveira you’re welcome! Thanks for subscribing 👍
So glad I found your channel! Love my 2001 Boxster. I've had it 15 years and NEVER knew about that key/window trick. I too paused the video to try it out and was surprised to see it worked! I drove my Boxster for the first time in months a few days ago on a Beautiful sunny day to the post office with the top down. Didn't go more than 10-12 miles. When I got home I could hear a tapping noise coming from behind passenger door. Kinda smelt hot when I got out. Then I noticed a good amount of fluid leaking from that area. Dont want to risk driving it and have a tow truck scheduled to pick it up in the morn to take it to a European AUTO clinic. Sure hope its nothing too serious. ESPECIALLY since I'm scheduled to get me 2nd Covid vaccine at 11AM tomorrow. I'm ready to ..GET OUT AND LIVE AGAIN! Sooner than Later too! Lol
Thanks again for taking time to do these videos!
StaYSafE 😷
+susan Diffee glad you found the channel too! Sounds like it could be a water pump issue but I’m sure they will figure it out for you!
Hmmm..wonder what the ballpark figure/damage would be on a water pump repair??? Any idea?🤔
@@susunque2245 couple hundred if you DIY. Probably $800+ for a shop. Just a wild guess though.
Did something really similar with mine The only differences I put cutouts on the U pipes and got a very similar sound
+@NukaCola05 nice! 💪
I just bought my 986 and the wiper thing was driving me crazy.... Thank you!
+Professor B hahaha right?! So frustrating yet so simple after you understand it.
When I owned a Lotus Elan with a plastic rear window, I had a cardboard tube that was for mailing/storing posters. It was covered with terry cloth and I dropped it in the area where you do the “chop” and left it in there whenever the top was down.
+tweetdriver ooohh…. Love that!
yo i just wanted to say i love your channel, since i have a boxster, it looks ten years newer thanks to you. just wanted to comment this when im early so u see it 😁
+Venatus022 thanks for the kind words, much appreciated! Unlike most channels you will notice I not only see every comment but I reply to them all too 😉. At least as of 6k subscribers and counting...
Very helpful tips as I am expecting to purchase my 02 986 Boxster S in a week.
+@cphillips5055 definitely make sure you’re subscribed then, you’ll be coming back often 😉🍻
Just got a 2003 2.7.thankyou for the info nice tip for the spoiler..
+Simon Curtis enjoy! 🍻
Great video. I have to try that window trick on my 2001 986 Boxster. My advice: If the plastic windows breaks (mine did after about 15 years), do NOT ask a Porsche dealer to fix it for you. They will try to see you a complete new top. I got it replaced here (South of France) by a local upholsterer/saddler (don't know the correct term in English) that usually works on the yachts in the local marina.
+Comandante Oberchef thanks! It will really help preserve it.
This! My plastic window has cracks that are now embarrassing and I am researching various options as the top itself still looks brand new. Did you only replace the window itself? with glass or plastic?
@@sjk8775 Hi there, I only had the plastic replaced (with plastic). Porsche had asked around 6000 to replace the whole roof which was still good besides the cracks in the plastic window.
@@peterschmitting3789 ok - thank you!!
Window control via the key inserted in the lock also works on the Cayenne 955.
+FSD Development 🍻
So I’ve watched a hand few of your boxster videos . And I definitely have to get my hands on one now. No looking back. This is my next project. And I can get eyes looking at me when I get one lol. Such a beautiful machine! love the video my guy 🙏
+Focuss Duke thank you. You’ll love it.
Great stuff..I'd like to know how do you keep the rear plastic window clear?
@@brianflagg2821 plastic polish
I'm enjoying your videos. If it's me, I would want someone to tell me, the delayed wipers is called intermittent.
+@CySaxet haha thanks! 🍻
I didn't know the key trick for the windows. Thanks!
+Jess H you’re welcome. Thanks for watching! 🍻
The wiper, indicator stalks tend to be brittle over time. So spray the mechanisms with silicone spray.
+John Ash thanks 🍻
No, really don't. The stalk mechanisms ARE crappy. But silicone will make dust stick in them, and kill them off entirely.
Only Porsche would have some of these features that are gonna break... haha. Showing mistakes is the best way to learn. Thanks.
+Rick Beacham I agree about learning from mistakes!
Thanks man!
+James Daniel you’re welcome 🍻
I've been wondering about the wipers and what exactly the dial did. Thanks!
+colonel bacon you’re welcome! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment.
I also have 1998 Boxster in mint condition. Only 39,013 miles as of today.
+Marc Blackburn get out and drive that thing!!
Alarm bells are ringing. Ultra low mileage vehicles tend to be quite fragile. ‘Mint condition’ with 22/23 year old parts which have sat around perishing. You may be ok but I’d avoid a double race IMS bearing car which hasn’t been driven. Look out for timing chain rattle, your IMS bearing is unlikely to fail but your timing chains are liable to snap. It’s the reason Porsche didn’t revert to the double race bearings after the discovery of IMS bearing failure in the single race bearing, even after a law suit.
Timing chains are an engine out job and it’s very labour intensive where as changing the IMS bearing can just be done at every clutch change.
Beautiful Boxter there
+Zamri2 thanks 🙏
This is a good video with many good tips, that oil level one especially. Also, the plastic window tips are awesome too. Thanks!. I have an '01 and it pretty much is the same as yours - guard's red with black soft top. One question I have is (you probably cover this in another video, sorry) is your stereo a replacement? That screen does not look like 1998 option. And I see you have a USB port. Is that also a replacement? Thanks
+Baupylypuab thanks! Yes I have a video on it :)
Search for Boxster 986 Head Unit.
Always so helpful 💚
+James Zilla thanks buddy!
Thanks great tips
+Sito Sainz you’re welcome 🍻
Love your videos
+Emanuel Recupero thanks man! Keep liking and commenting 😉😎
@@HelpMeDIY can you do a segment on the tiptronic transmission. Signs of when it is oil issue or failure, typical failure and cost effective ways to repair it. My trans issue has cost me about 8,000
@@goldpony10 ouch! My car cost 7500. I really don’t know anything about the tiptronics, but I’ll add it to the list of things to learn about.
Hi Erin. Thanks for your video. Didn't know the window trick. Please state how long you have it, what have been done with it. Mileage is always important as it helps to recognize whether you use it or just wash it most of the time. I own my 98 model now for about 8 years. It has 215 000 km on it and are totally reliable and still immense fun and absolutely gorgeous. I have the widest biggest set of tires possible on a standard 986 (275x30/R19 rear and 235x35R19 front) for daily drive but uses the standard rims with Pirelli P600's on track days. This thing is incredibly awesome. The CAT is removed. I replaced all springs and shocks lately, all engine/gearbox mounts. recon starter motor and just ordered a new plastic window, mine cracked (I drive top down most of the time). Engine still original, only using 9.1 liter fully synthetic oil. Oil stay always clean. I ordered new cambelt and pulleys, thermostat and housing, water bottle and water pump. Just prepare to somewhere in the near future, replace those items. Thanks to videos like yours and youtube, I managed to do most work my self. All I can say, this car is so over engineered that it is perhaps at least one of the best reliable and tough cars on the planet. I'm 63 and owned 47 cars by now. People especially fellow Porsche snobs may look down on Boxsters, but they are incredible reliable, simple and cheap to maintain and enjoy, every day.
+Alexander van Wyk hey there! I’ve had the car fir 2 years now and it has around 77,000 miles now. I have an entire video dedicated to the overview of everything I have done 😉
Cool tips 👍
+Scrappy Kriss thanks! 🍻
do you rmemeber what screen display you have installed? it looks great
+@dakine2266 yes, I have a full install video on it with a link the description. Search my channel
I couldn’t tell Aaron if you had a video on the module underneath the seat? pretty sure I fried mine I can’t open the front or trunk or start
+Sean Denny I don’t have one on replacing or repairing that yet, but you should subscribe because eventually you will need/find something helpful 😉
Aaron I have been scribed since I worked on my top. CZcams has unsubscribed me on all my channels, I go back and re up and click on all of your vids that I find , trust me I'm a follower on your channel. You have lots of good info! Thanks!!!
@@seandenny1553 haha great! 🍻
Great tips and tricks brothah!
+bud hill thank you 🙏 💪
Another great video, by the way.
+george louie 🍻
Really good, and very useful, video.
+CarsandChronos 🍻
Thank helpfull tip 😊
+Yvan Montplaisir you’re welcome! 🍻
Thanks for your Boxster videos. I'm not very mechanically inclined, so I don't see myself tackling some of the more difficult things you've done (like adding heated seats) but I still enjoy watching them. The tutorial on reading the electrical diagrams was very enlightening! And this one was great - did not know about the windows/key trick or the Boxster chop! I do have a project I want to do - the tether on my gas cap has broken, and I purchased a replacement, but I can't figure out how to get the pin or whatever holds the end of the tether off. I have the Bentley book but it doesn't show how to get it off either. Have you had to do this?
First, thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment about the channel. I really appreciate it!
I have not had to replace the gas cap or tether, but your question made me curious so I just went out to my garage to look at it. I think I have your solution! If it's like mine, it looks like "pin" holding the tether on is a typical rivet that Porsche (and BMW) uses a lot. I will call it a rivet in this description for clarity. I have an example of removing a similar rivet in one of my recent videos, the separating the lenses on the headlights. But what you have is similar to a wall anchor that expands when the screw goes in. There is a small cylindrical pin where the screw would go in a wall anchor that makes the bottom (legs) expand out. That's what holds the rivet in place. What you have to do is to press that pin in from the top and it will go all the way through and out the bottom of the rivet, relieving the pressure on those 3 "legs" that are spread out and holding it in place. You can then pull the rivet out. To reinstall, insert the rivet then press the pin back into the top of the rivet to lock it in place.
@@HelpMeDIY Thanks! I think I get it; I will also check out the lens video.
@@JackBeckman if you have additional questions head over to my Facebook page Help Me DIY
@@HelpMeDIY Thanks again - with your explanation and the video you mentioned I was able to find the right replacement pin and was able to get the old one out and the new gas cap and pin in. Couldn't reply on Facebook as I'm not on there. But I did buy a shirt!
@@JackBeckman that’s great! Hope you enjoy the shirt. 🍻
Now I have to run down to the garage and see if my 987.2 wipers work the same way. I know the key fob doesn't open and close the windows, but I need to check if turning the key in the door does.
+george louie report back 😂
With top down, turning the key in either direction and holding in place locked and unlocked the door, but did nothing to the window. At one point it sounded like the window regulator motor clicked, but nothing happened.
I didn't have time to mess with the windshield wiper other than to reach in with the top down and confirm there are 4 positions. (It also set off my alarm. LoL.). I also have a switch on the face of the stalk. Not sure what it does. Probably because I've only driven in the rain once since I got the car 15 months ago. :).
By the way, for the record, I have a 2010 987.2 Boxster Base.
I'll report back more on the windshield wiper when I have time to play with it.
@@georgelouie5330 I'm going to guess the switch controls the speed of the intermittent mode, but I'm curious.
@@HelpMeDIY - ok. The lowest position is off. But pressing down is spring loaded and gives a one swipe of the blades. Pulling the stalk towards me activated the the wiper fluid spray. . The switch on the face of the stalk does indeed control the speed of the intermittent wipers. BUT!!!! I found another button on the underside of the stalk face... From the icon it looks like it controls the washer fluid spray to the headlights! So cool to find these things. 😂
Oh, by the way don't activate the windshield washer spray when you're not moving and the top down.... Ask me why I know!! 😂😂😆😂
@@georgelouie5330 Hahaha! I'm picturing it now.
"i had my wife trained" got me laughin a bit ngl
+Swisha 😂 😂 😂
mistakes are part of the learning process :)
+Scott Shrader absolutely!
Can you please post info on your upgraded spoiler and radio?
+Bart Ueberroth I have entire videos on each separate upgrade that I have done. Subscribe to the channel and look around and you will find all of your answers 😉
Can you extend a seat on a Boxster I'm 6'1 and looking buy one in the near future
+Laurence Murdock so am I. I put in a cayman 987 seat in mine. Slightly wider but don’t think you’ll get longer
I like the spoiler where can I order one from. Can you show a picture with the spoiler up and down.
+Ron Goze search my channel for “Joe Toth”
SUBSCRIBED!👍👏
+susan Diffee thanks! 🙏
Great tips. Do you have any suggestions for a cheap way to get a replacement key? mine only came with 1 key fob. Dealer , local porsche shop wants $375 for a new programmed key.
+bruce wayne I don’t yet, sorry
I HAVE A 1999 BOXSTER . When I purchase the vehicle I told my wife I would just flip it and use the money to go toward her Florida room. it had a couple of things not working. The first is the rear spoiler is stuck up and will not go down . I tried the manual switch but it did not work. Next is the car can't be unlocked on the driver side ,the key just spins with no lock or unlock action. There is not a radio installed but I need a wiring diagram to do this correctly and safely. The last is the IMS bearing replacement or upgrade status is unknown. This as i found out is vital for engine life. Have you re[placed yours ? If you can help or lead me to any source of information on these issues i would greatly and appreciate it. Happy wife , happy life !
+Marquis Sivels thanks for watching! Sounds like you will want to subscribe 😉
I have not done the IMS personally. Check out the link to the manual in the description, it has a wiring diagram.
Hi Aaron, I can’t tell you how much I’ve appreciated your videos. You taken the bull by the horns &did everything yourself using only the 101 book, which I just bought. I just acquired. My first Porsche after waiting 40+ years. I got a 2000 S from California. In in New York and I was concerned about salt & rust. I’ve done light work on my cars starting with my dad teaching me, but I really gotta give you props for having the confidence to do it your way.
I have some things that I want to work on, but I need more cosmetic work on mine than yours looks. I’ve always loved the Guards Red,
Okay, my question is: what do you use on your back window as mine in no where as clear as yours. Do you have a specific brand or method that you use to keep it looking so good?
Thanks again for sharing everything that you have with all of us.
Cheers, Jack
+nyjack1953 love to hear that, thank you!
For the window my detailer used a plastic polish. I guess I should make a video on it huh? 😉
@@HelpMeDIY yes, your window looks great & I’d like to get mine in the same condition,
Thanx, Jack
@@nyjack1953 you have to replace the entire convertible top. there is no way to fix it once its cloudy.
@@HelpMeDIY I think that, that makes a lot of sense. There are a lot of us in the same situation.Not only with Boxster, but grade 2 models ( Miata, S2000 etc.).
@@metalguyn sure there is! Check out my latest video on it 😉
Overfilling the oil by half a quart can actually help save a failing ims bearing.
No, overfilling can damage your engine.
@@HelpMeDIY why only check it on the dash and not on the dipstick. I didn't see you checking the oil level on the dipstick, you only pullen it out, It May vary with the level shown in the dash.....
@@bennie1692 it’s easier 🤷♂️. Also newer models don’t have a dipstick
I know but maybe your oil level was ok if you had checked the dipstick, it varies from each other. Mine 986 is overfilled in the dash but on the dipstick its 👌
What does, "I CAR the Warranty" on the tshirts mean?
+Scott Shrader haha it says “I AM the Warranty “
me and my brothers just saw you at Walmart
+Trixy Sanchez first of all, don’t tell anyone that 🤫 😂
You should have waved me down and said hi!
Hi there my 2008 I bought used and reverse is locked and not moving in reverse..thinking this is transmission I have 100k miles 2008 any tips?
+Tamara Fox sounds like a transmission issue but it’s impossible to diagnose something like that with that description remotely.
@@HelpMeDIY Yes 100 percent sure it is transmission thank you
Hi. Just bought an 02. 47000 km. Great shape except the plastic roof.. I think I can fix the cracks as they’re minimal, BUT, it is tearing away from the canvas. Any advice shy of replacement would be great??
+Graham McRae some places can sew a new plastic window in, but most opt for replacement with a new one or even the glass window version
@@HelpMeDIY thanks. The Shane is that the rest of the roof is in really good shape! I’ve reached out to canvas sailmpeople but they’re not getting back. I read somewhere that maybe upholstery shops? I’ll try them.
Yea guys don’t do that boxer chop because you’ll brake the plastic anyways! 2:49
+@javiercruz9262 definitely do the chop or it will get creased wrong and fail sooner
I noticed that you upgraded your radio/stereo, what about the climate controller now?
+EL PRIMO they just get relocated to below the stereo head unit.
@@HelpMeDIY What did you replace it with (radio type ). And btw ? Where did ya get the spoiler upgrade ? Lol. Thnx
@@Chon-c check the Boxster mods and maintenance playlist on my channel and there are links to all the products and full install videos 😉
I own a 2000 Boxster
+Kevin Diggs you should definitely subscribe!
How long have you had that car and how long do you plan on keeping it?
+Wolverton LeCensura had it about 3 years now I think. I go back and forth between selling it to get something new to make videos on and keeping it for a long time 😂
@@HelpMeDIY if you did decide to sell it, what would you have to get for it?
@@wolvertonlecensura9541 I’d probably ask 15
Hello friend, which radio did you install has carplay and is it very complicated to modify the factory one?
+carlo dalenz search my channel for “Boxster head unit” and you will find the install video. In that videos description will be a link to the one I used. And yes, modifying the factory one would be extremely complicated!
@@HelpMeDIY never mind. Lol about the head piece question in the other post. Found your answer here 👍 lol Sry
Is there a way to fix the top on my 99 boxter . Both straps that help store the top into its slots are not there. Previous owner had not modified and there is no way to reinstall as they simply are not there anymore.
My soft top plastic is terrible! I have a 97 and I can’t see out of it at all
+Absolute Kaos I bet! I have a separate video on cleaning them 😉
I forgot about the key trick. Would have helped stopping my wife from pulling on the door before the window goes down.🤨
+J Co I know exactly what you are talking about 😆
No 1 is true for every car with automatic windows ;) and it makes no sense to put your spoiler just anywhere aerodynamically, this is a safety feature so people don't get their hands crushed. Same reason why you need to hold the open-button for tops on any car I can think of.
+Baerchenization how does one get their hands crushed or not based on the aerodynamics of a spoiler?
@@HelpMeDIY That is not what I said. I said 1) it makes no sense to have it just anywhere 2) the manual operation is a SAFETY FEATURE. If you hear your damn son screaming behind the car, that is a clue for you to stop retracting the spoiler. If you only had to push the button once and it would retract all the way no matter what, you'd be looking at a law suit ;)
@@Baerchenization that is what you said, but now I understand what you meant :)
Does anyone know how much a clutch + IMS Bearing replacement including labor, would be on a 96,000 mile 97’ Boxter? Thank you.
+christopher quijano depends on where you are and who does it. I’d say 2-3k as a ballpark
@@HelpMeDIY thank you