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Good day guys, I am having very similar issues to both you guys. My cam deviations are 1 and -5. Bank 2 is -5 and just started giving check engine light code P1539. What were your cam deviations, before and after? Thanks again for the any info. great video. sorry guys, I didnt watch all the way to the end. What do you think you can do to get the deviation on bank one down even further? maybe tensioner rails?
For me, the best 986 DIY's that you have done. Enjoyable and instructive. The rail guides are ticking time bombs that all 986 owners will have to replace eventually. No oil leaks from the valve covers after you sealed and replaced them?
And that Boxster manual… is that the one that can be bought online from "car manuals online" or something like that?
Great video! I've been waiting to see someone show this being done with engine in car. Many forum guys say it's too difficult but you guys made mincemeat of it!
Would you have tried this if you only had your Quickjack? Asking because my pads need replacing (plastic crumbs in oil filter) but dont have lift.
I have no intentions of ever trying to tackle a job like this on my Boxster. But I sure enjoyed watching you guys do it. I felt like I was in the garage with you guys helping out. Thanks for documenting and sharing the project. I’m sure it will be a big help to others. As always, keep up the good work. This is one of my favorite channels and am always happy to see when new video pop up, no matter what the project is.
Is there anyway you could show how to put sealant on cam covers just trying to not make a mess
Awesome videos 1 and 2. I was wondering if there was a thought/discussion about replacing the chains also?
Happy to see you guys successfully put it back together! That noise at the start was scary and I think it could be prevented if you remove the fuel pump fuse. That way the engine would not start but turn with the starter and hence oil the engine. I think this can also prevent failure if timing is off.
I also think exhaust doesn't need to be removed if this was 986 with a 2.5 liter engine since it won't be on the way.
Another thing is that I wonder if you could just remove the variocam if you had the tool to tighten it in the engine. It looks like it might come out. If it does, changing the pads can be a very easy job without removing any other parts on the engine.
Thanks again for the video. Now I know what is waiting for me 🙂
What is the spiral bound manual you are using?
Success YES!! Job well done guys.