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Pinarelloman

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  1. When I did my cv boots, I just cleaned the bolt threads thoroughly and used Loctite blue and torqued them up. That was done about 3,000km ago and no problems. Just follow the advice on here and you will be OK.
  2. Try this link to wheel offset calculator. http://www.1010tires.com/WheelOffsetCalculator.asp
  3. OH the values of P cars in Aussie is so different to the USA. I have a Boxster 01S that was hit front right corner & the total repair bill was $27000. The vehicle was insured for $46500. Regds. Dave
  4. I am only learning about these engines/ vehicles so happy to be corrected. The IMS bearing is replaceable with either the LN Engineering version or the Pelican Parts version. Both of these do nor require engine disassembly if the right pullers etc are used. With regard to the RMS, the only bearings attached to that are housed within the crankcase halves and require major engine disassembly. The seal for the RMS is worth doing when the clutch assembly is replaced. While in there, I would personally do the IMS bearing replacement as this is a known weak point for these engines. I have a Boxster & when it is clutch time I will replace the RMS with the updated version & also do the IMS bearing upgrade to the LN engineering unit..
  5. Thanks for the replies, I have ordered one from Pelican parts. They had one in stock.
  6. Hi guys, what a great forum for information on my 01 Boxster S. I placed an order with Bentley publishing for the appropriate work shop manual for my Boxster. I have received a reply advising me they will not be available till November. Does anyone know of anywhere that hold stock of these manuals? Happy to purchase a used one from an owner that no longer requires theirs. My vehicle is the 2001 S model Boxster. Thanks again. Dave in Australia.
  7. Well, thankyou very much for all of the information I have received. I have had Porsche 60,000km sevice completed on the car, at my expense before purchase. I am inclined to do most maintenance on my cars. I have completed wheel bearing & suspension overhauls etc on Toyota Landcruisers & changed timing belts etc. So please advise me if these below repairs are possibly beyond my capabilities. A couple of things they found wrong were. Spark plug tubes leaking. Front & rear trailing arms noisy. I have read the write up on this site for the rear & feel it is quite straightforward. Oil tube leaking. This is the tube in the rear compartment. Cracked front engine mount. I have read on the other site how to repair this & it looks possible also for me. The most concerning one is.... They also say the clutch is heavy & will need replacing within 10,000km. They said this at the last service 15,000km ago. Any comments from you guys out there. Thanks again for all the info etc. Dave.
  8. Thanks guys, for the advice. I negotiated with the guy & took it for a 160km test drive yesterday. Whilst I may not know alot about Porsche'"s, I know enough to say the vehicle is tight & free from any rattles shakes & unexplained noises. I have dealer service records here & I have spoken to the service department & the only thing they found at the last service was a rear engine mount with a slight crack and slight clutch judder? While driving I never noticed any clutch judder & how big a job is the rear engine mount? Thanks again for your advice. Dave.
  9. Hi, I have been lurking on this forum & reading all I can about Boxsters. I like all Porsche's but the Boxster is beautiful & modern & affordable. I am very close to purchasing a 2001 S manual model here in Australia. I drove two vehicles today. Both were 2001 S models, one with 60,000KM & the other with 70,000km. I am leaning towards purchasing the 60,00km one and have a few questions. Where is the Vehicle Identification plate with the year of manufacture, etc located? Where & what should I be looking for/at to gauge the mechanical condition of the car. I have poked & prodded & looked underneath the vehicle to see any major oil leaks etc, but where should I look? How prone is the radiator to damage from rocks etc? The roof opens and closes quite smoothly & the vehicle has a complete service history. The vehicle has been maintained & serviced by the same dealership for its whole life. On monday I will pay the dealer a visit & see if they will tell me any work carried out previously. It has just had the 60,000Km service & no major work required. I will be making a decision on Monday. I think it is a good price, though expensive by USA standards. The vehicle is $49,000 AUD or $39,000 USD. Not the cheapest, but I would hate to buy trouble. Thanks. Dave in Aussie. Soon to have a Boxster. :D
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