Car Fix DIY Videos

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There was a small paint chip on the trunk of this Boxster, I tried to make it better, I think it at least won’t get worse, and if you look at it in the dark its okay.

Sticks shows you how to replace the microswitches in your Porsche 981 (2012 – 2016) Boxster and restore proper roof operation. This should also apply to the 718 generation (2017 – 2024) as the part numbers are the exact same. It is not an if, but a when these switches fail and need to be […]

A Definitive Porsche Boxster 986 Buyers Guide is essential when thinking about purchasing a sports or specialist car, especially a Porsche. The Porsche Boxster 986 is the car that saved Porsche from Bankruptcy in the 1990’s. But is it a great car or a great big miss? Is it any good? Well you need to […]

Upgrade your Porsche 986 (Boxster) headlights in minutes! In this video, we walk you through a step-by-step headlight LES bulb replacement using aftermarket headlight assemblies—perfect for Boxster owners looking for better visibility and a sleek new look. Whether you’re a DIY car enthusiast or just trying to save on labor costs, this guide makes it […]

We install a Rennline Wheel stud conversion kit on our Porsche Cayman GT4. Fits 911 and Boxster as well. It is an easy job that makes taking wheels on and off much easier. Get the parts: Wheel hole brush Brake cleaner Loctite Rennline Wheel stud Kit

This is the second part of the IMS and 2nd gear replacement project on the 986. In part one, we removed the transmission and replaced the IMS. In this video, we are replacing the 2nd gear components and reinstalling the transmission. This was a challenging but fun project! I hope this helps you with your […]

This is one of my favorite jobs to do with my Porsche 911 and although it can be a little intimidating for first-timers, it’s actually a very simple and straight forward job. What’s more, doing it yourself can save you $200 or more at the Porsche dealer. In this video we go step-by-step through the […]

How-to for removing the transmission, clutch, flywheel, IMS, RMS, and installing the new IMS and RMS. In the next video, I will be splitting the transmission and replacing the 2nd gear components to fix the 2nd gear grind issue. Then, we will be putting it all back together. This has been a challenging, yet enjoyable […]

We bought another cheap Porsche 987 Boxster from Copart salvage auction! This Porsche rebuild was supposed to be quick and easy, but it was NOT that. This car somehow had collision damage, flood damage, and mechanical damage? It challenged us every step of the way, but we persevered and got it fixed! Is this the […]

I bought a 2006 Porsche Boxster powered by the legendary flat 6, backed up by a 5 speed manual transmission, and it was cheap. Of course these cars aren’t cheap but this one has nearly 200,000 miles on it, making it the cheapest one in the country. Now I’ve serviced it, replaced the flaky radio […]

In this ultimate buyer’s guide, we dive deep into everything you NEED to know before purchasing a Porsche Boxster 987. Drawing from years of hands-on experience working on these cars, we’ll walk you through the most common issues to look out for, including: • IMS bearing concerns • Rear main seal leaks • Roof drain […]

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Welcome to Portie’s Garage – the home for some DIY’n!!! Ok do you have the infamous foam coming out of your Porsche 996 / 986 dash vents and defroster vents??? Well the foam on your HVAC blend doors is deteriorating and needs to be fixed – in this episode, with the dash already out, I’m […]

Unfortunately the Porsche 987.2 Cayman R has already broken, the cars suspension collapsed, join me in this video diagnosing the issue and then undergoing a DIY on how to change out the front suspension on your Porsche 987 and 997 generations including Boxster, Cayman and 911. We change out front dampers, springs, assembly and drop […]

►►An oil cooler is an essential piece for your 911’s engine to operate properly and efficiently. The purpose of the oil cooler is to remove excess heat from the engine’s oil and, without it, temperatures could climb to dangerous levels risking engine damage. In this video, we’re replacing our 996’s oil cooler as a maintenance […]

This video will show you some hidden features and things you just never knew about the Cayman & Boxster 987. I have 9 features to show you in total, and I’m sorry if you already knew them…. but there you go. TPN Rainmaker Official MERCH IS BACK: https://teespring.com/stores/tpn-rainmaker-official-merch If you do one thing to help […]

I finally tacked the whole “de-snorkeling” thing with the Boxster. In this video I discuss all of the PROS and CONS I could find while researching this topic. Then I show you how to remove it. What do you guys think about this mod? Let me know in the comments! If you want to buy […]

We replaced our brake pads with a more track ready pad from Project Mu. We use the Clubsport on the front with HC+ on the rear with their high temperature brake fluid that we did in a previous video. We had them on our BMW M2 and they were excellent. You can get all the […]

I bought a 986.2 2003 manual Porsche Boxster for under $10,000. Unfortunately it broke and wouldn’t drive on my first day of ownership, but it wasn’t the IMS Bearing. This is a high-mileage Porsche with over 100,000 miles, 130,000 to be exact. It’s had a new IMS bearing installed, new rear main seal, new clutch, […]

Welcome to Portie’s Garage – the home for some DIY’n!!! Doing a little test on the 1999 Porsche Boxster Project front grille inserts! These puppies were so oxidized and faded they had turned to a light shade of grey, almost white!!! I’m trying out the ole heat method along with a product I purchased online […]

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In this video, I’ll show you how to replace the side markers on your Porsche Boxster 986 with stylish sequential LED lights. This step-by-step guide will walk you through everything you need, from tools and parts to installation and testing. If you’re looking to upgrade your Porsche’s lighting for better visibility and a modern look, […]

This video shows you how to fix a common issue with the Porsche Boxster where you get a double beep from the horn when locking or unlocking your car. There are a couple different things it can be, but here is how to fix one of them and how to diagnose it in case this […]

#997 #fuel #cap The plastic had degraded on mine and th3 connecting strip had broken, so needed changing Get yours here £18 https://amzn.to/4etEHAo The Porsche 997 shares a fuel filler cap with the following Porsche models: 986 Boxster: All models built from 1997 to 2004 996 Carrera: All models built from 1998 to 2005, including […]

#porsche #986 #boxster Replaced my Led 3rd brake light as one led light is more bright than the rest. I opted to go for the dark or smoked replacement to match the smoke head light and side markers. If you wonder, why my 3rd brake light is blinking like F1 brake light, it is because […]

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Is the window on your Porsche 997 or 987 (911, Boxster, Cayman) not staying in the dropped position when you open the door? The culprit is a faulty door latch mechanism. However, before you replace the unit try spraying WD40 into the latching mechanism and cycle the door latch manually several times. This fixed my […]

PORSCHE BOXSTER – 5 Years Owners Review #porsche #boxster #review #ims #borescoring 987.1 After buying my Porsche Boxster in England then brought it with me to Germany I needed to make a few changes to pass the TüV (MOT) but nothing too difficult. – Headlights new from Porsche = 1000€ – Miles to km on […]