A video demonstrating essential preventative maintenance for the Porsche 718 GTS, 981 Boxster, 981 Cayman and even the 987 and 911 cars.
How to keep your Porsche looking and running as it should! please also watch this follow up video it contains further information regarding the drains and some other fixes https://youtu.be/khmCtOMVgIY
Test Drive Scotland, a new and upcoming automotive channel presents, as part of the Porsche maintenance series, a video detailing how to unblock Boxster drains, how to protect ac condensers, how to apply ppf, how to prevent seized brembo calipers, how to protect exhaust valves and bolts. This video makes suggestions for help to prevent faults and save money on your Porsche by performing maintenance ahead of time.
DIY and car repair, Porsche car advice, DIY Porsche car repair for enthusiasts. Applicable to the Boxster 981, 718 and 718 Spyder and 4.0l gts. Many of the points carry over to other models such as the Porsche Cayman, 718 Cayman 911, 991, 997, 987, and Cayman GT4.
Porsche DIY and Home mechanic series considering the importance of air conditioning grills, keeping the fan running, roof drains and unblocking, brake calipers and preventing seized bleed nipples, exhaust valve lubrication and rusted bolts and application of PPF in vulnerable areas and overall body protection around the wheel wells.
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Jack pads (UK link) – https://amzn.to/35YCL1r
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Body – PPF – Seller named Nickaliath on Ebay – search term “981 protection film”
Body – Channel edging rubber – https://amzn.to/3cgPYni
Battery – CTEK 3.8 Battery Charger – https://amzn.to/2yU5hVs
Air Con – Black Mesh – https://amzn.to/36P1Dc4
Brakes – Bleed Nipple and cover – Part No. 997-352-919-00
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Could you do a practical report ie what it's like at 20,000 klm, 40,000 klm, etc with anything faulty?
Very helpful and well made.
A trombone brush fits perfectly in those drain holes!
Great job! Thank you for all the tips.
Thank you, I’m looking to own a Boxster soon and this really helps.
Out of interest did you glue the rear piping to the rear wheel arch?
I believe you can do all this through the dealer workshop you can do all the maintenance required for the air conditioner or any other parts in this vehicle through dealer workshop and every owner who has a Porsche or any expensive vehicle should remember (if you cannot maintain this type of vehicle so ) better to not purchase it and purchase a cheaper vehicle that suits your budget in this life this is what I believe.
Great video.
really really great tips and advice, Ive had my 981 around 6 months, and come back to this a few times – just ordered some ppf for around the rear wheel arches – and the rubber to go around as mine I noticed is getting ripped up just the same (back rear wheel arches just under – and yes you cant see it – but it feels like its getting shredded – and my concern is it will just get worse and worse) – ordered a few different sizes to see if I can cover up more to prevent the damage.
Great content. Would it be possible to add a clip detailing how you care for the soft top on your Boxter ?
what does the rubber tube do that you moved to the side to get to the drain holes
honestly I was expecting obvious stuff like "change your oil frequently" but these were actually decent tips so good job. Oh and yeah those brake caliper bleed nipples are a nightmare on pretty much every car I've ever had lol definitely worth replacing them when possible
Bookmarked! Really good stuff here. Thanks for taking the time to do this.
Really excellent content here, thank you!
The X-73 works very well on Boxster with PASM, but even better to add Schnell tower brace in front and bottom rear struts, comfortable even on street.
Really glad to have found this channel, really helpful. My dream is a 981 Boxster GTS but I’m terrified to damage it, I hope that your tips can avoid my anxiety.
Very useful video, thank you!
Great video, how much did the cat – exhaust joints cost to get replaced and where did you get them done?
Hi trying to fit my own mesh grills on my Boxster 981 can’t get the plastic strips off that hide the tie raps, I have pulled on the middle clip but can’t get the corner part to move looking at the car drivers side have tried to pull it from where it attaches to nearest the number plate but can’t get them to budge any advice
Genuine tips. Great
Awesome video
When I turn on my defrost on my 981 it’s full blast. Is that normal?
Nice job on the condenser mesh. Can I ask where you attached the cable ties?
Good job with these. Looking into a purchase and live locally so good to see how these work on our roads and what expense is involved in upkeep. Useful video content.
Thanks mate
You don’t need to code a battery, just change it with the engine going.
Very informative and useful