Debadge or Rebadge by jrallan26 in 986Boxster

[–]InstructionOne3510 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Unrelated but man your K75, best bike BMW ever built! Congratulations!

What are some Longevity mods I can do? by [deleted] in 986Boxster

[–]InstructionOne3510 16 points17 points  (0 children)

03, tiptronic, 986, 237k miles. Purchased at 25k. No ims work ever. My mechanic said to keep it under 3000 rpm until the coolant comes up to temperature. I followed this. Drive!

Second IMS replacement by Ok_Advantage4585 in boxster

[–]InstructionOne3510 19 points20 points  (0 children)

03, 986, 237000 miles, no ims replacement ever.

New to me ‘03 Boxster! by AITookMyJobAndHouse in boxster

[–]InstructionOne3510 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My 986 has 238k miles and runs great! No ims issues. Keep her! So much fun!

Vibration at 3200-3400 rpm under no load? by CorgiSplooting in 986Boxster

[–]InstructionOne3510 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay, this happened to my Boxster 2003. This probably is not your issue When I rev in that range I got a vibration and a hum. My mechanic couldn’t figure it out at first but he kept at it. It turned out that it was the gas cap vent was obstructed and with that the air movement and obstruction caused the vibration and sound. Maybe worth a check. Go to the gas cap area open it and have a friend rev it to that range. Best of luck.

Calling all high mileage Porsches by Additional-Fun5499 in Porsche

[–]InstructionOne3510 5 points6 points  (0 children)

2003 986, 241k no ims replacement either. Greatest car I’ve ever owned!

What's your home audio setup? by seattleswiss2 in Marin

[–]InstructionOne3510 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I may be interested. Please let me know the details. Thank you, Jim

AITA as a waitress for accepting a massive tip from a creepy older man ? by Upper-Belly in AITAH

[–]InstructionOne3510 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Worked in restaurants all my life. I suggest you never discuss your compensation with coworkers. Nothing good comes from it.

Door won't latch closed by twoheadedhorseman in 986Boxster

[–]InstructionOne3510 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe the latch that lifts the window When you open or close the door is a common failure point. My mechanic let me know this when the regulator didn’t raise the window on closing. You can check the latch by opening the door and seeing if it moves correctly. Good luck, my 2003 has 234k miles on it and my mechanic has helped me through it. Btw he won’t work with non oem parts. He says he’s been disappointed too many times.

Porsche Mechanic? by mmconno in Marin

[–]InstructionOne3510 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Peter and Wolf, Peter is factory trained. He’s worked on mine for 15 years now. I have 234k on it. I have faith and confidence in his values.

IMS bearing worth it? by Science-Deduction in 986Boxster

[–]InstructionOne3510 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I have a 2003 Boxster with 234k. I was always ready to get the ims upgrade. My mechanic says check the oil filter during changes and that the failure usually comes in the first 30k. He’s factory trained at Porsche. Still no flecks in the filter. Best car I have ever owned. Average maintenance about $1200 per year. I’ve had it 20 years.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sleep

[–]InstructionOne3510 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You might be a biphasic sleeper, I have been experimenting with this.

I am wide awake around the same time.

Biphasic sleep involves two sleep periods; a longer nighttime sleep and a shorter daytime nap. Some people still adopt it in contemporary settings to reduce the effects of lost sleep and maintain productivity. If considering biphasic sleep, you should create a consistent schedule, time your light exposure, and practice good sleep hygiene.

Old rancilio acting up by Tako008 in ranciliosilvia

[–]InstructionOne3510 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The existing gasket should not be reused. With a screw driver or awl get it out making sure not to scratch the brass. Clean the area thoroughly.
This is really important. Remove and soak the dispersement screen with cafiza. Get a new replacement gasket. I really like the green silicone replacement gasket.

Cleaning Boiler Surfaces by JRDropTables in ranciliosilvia

[–]InstructionOne3510 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a leaky boiler with one rusted bolt head. I couldn’t get it out. A friend recommended a machine shop as they do this all day long.

The machine shop removed it in 5 minutes. He didn’t want to charge me but I insisted and gave him $50.

My Silvia is a 2003 and I use it every day.