Technical Q&A
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Is replacement of a fuel pump a fairly easy, do-it-yourself project? Will a Bosch fuel pump purchased from Rock Auto work well enough for a 'driver?'
Thursday 11/20/2025 | 1987 | 924S | Fuel System
READ ANSWERShifter bushing replacements for 915 transmission
Wednesday 11/19/2025 | 1985 | 911 Carrera | Other
I replaced my OEM shifter with a short shift kit a number of years ago. Shifting is has gotten extremely sloppy now and suspect my bushings are completely worn. I see online there are a large variety of materials used in replacement bushings. I would presume my coupler is fine and I only need to replace the bushings there as well. Do you have any recommendations as far as the type of bushings I should consider? Thanks, Jeffrey ...
READ ANSWERhow many 2009 Porsche Boxster s were made?
Tuesday 11/18/2025 | 2009 | Boxster S | Other
READ ANSWERIs there a Chilton's or Haynes' repair catalog for a 1987 924S? If so, what is a good place to buy one?
Tuesday 11/18/2025 | 1987 | 924S | Other
READ ANSWERHow can I upgrade my base 981 2015 to have a back up camera?
Monday 11/17/2025 | 2015 | Cayman | Accessories
I want to install a back up camera to my 2015 981 base cayaman, thank you!
READ ANSWERHow do I set the date on my PCM system?
Monday 11/17/2025 | 2008 | Boxster S | Electronics
The date on my PCM is way off and I cannot figure out how to change it. The car is equipped with NAV. The date showing is 04/02/2006 which is earlier than the model year on my car (2008).
READ ANSWERLeather conditioner
Sunday 11/16/2025 | 2007 | 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet | Interior/Upholstery
The shifter boot on my car is rather dry. What is the best way to clean/condition the leather to make its least brittle?
READ ANSWERWhat is best shifting technic for new rennshifter for 901 trans?
Sunday 11/16/2025 | 1970 | 911E | Transmission/Clutch
Installed new renshifter, shifts great but need advice on smooth shifting thru the gear up and down. Shifting is better than stock shifter. Any advice would be helpfull
READ ANSWERWhy does my 944 Turbo hesitate and sputter during first 5 mins of driving?
Saturday 11/15/2025 | 1986 | 944 Turbo | Engine
Every time I drive my 951, the rpm’s will drop very low and when I give it gas the car will hesitate and sputter. This happens within the first 5 minutes of driving and lasts for 30 seconds to a minute before the car accelerates normally. After it happens the car drives perfectly fine with no issues.
READ ANSWERwhat is the difference between the front wheels and the back wheels on a 2005 997.1 Carrera?
Friday 11/14/2025 | 2005 | 911 Carrera | Wheels and Tires
what is the difference between the front wheels and the back wheels on a 2005 997.1 Carrera?I need to replace my chromed lobster claw wheels
READ ANSWER981 headlight micro crack solution?
Friday 11/14/2025 | 2014 | Boxster | Other
2014 Boxster base with a bad case of the headlight lense micro cracking issue all over both lenses. Aside from OEM replacements, can anyone recommend a local shop that can do a sealed lense replacement? Decent and cheaper aftermarket assembly options?This company pops up pretty often when researching the issue. https://lightwerkz.net Anyone had any experience with this Lightwerkz option?
READ ANSWERI recently bought a 1987 924S. Neither of the exterior door handles works well the doors have to be opened from inside. Is this common and what is the recommended fix? Thx.
Thursday 11/13/2025 | 1987 | 924S | Body
READ ANSWERI have a 1999 Boxster with about 125,000 miles on it. Some portions of my LCD dash display are not illuminating. Some segments of the oil level display on the right side have stopped illuminating (but not all) failed first, and now my odometer does not illuminate. I can tell it's still working if I catch bright light from sun or flashlight on it, but it does no illuminate. Is this a repairable situation? and
Wednesday 11/12/2025 | 1999 | Boxster | Electrical
Over the last couple of years, the oil level 'count down' segments stopped illuminating, first the top segment, then another halfway down, then another ... a couple random segments still work.Then last year, my odometer and trip odometer stopped displaying one day, then later while driving reappeared.Few days later it happened again, but then never illuminated again.If I catch bright sunlight or a bright flashlight on the display at the right angle, I can see that it is s ...
READ ANSWERWhy I am I experiencing a total electrical power loss after trying to start vehicle?
Tuesday 11/11/2025 | 1982 | 911 SC | Electrical
Hi. I have a 1976 911 s (with a 1982 sc 3.0 engine). I am in the process of sorting out a rough running engine. I discovered that the WUR had no continuity. I removed it and disassembled it to find a break in one of the wires. I repaired the wire, have good continuity and rebuilt the WUR. I put it back in the car, turned the ignition to on and lifted the air sensor plate to circulate fuel. I attempted to start the engine, heard a very brief "turning over" and then nothing (like I had blo ...
READ ANSWERMy 1972 911T was outfitted with virtually no options. Only tinted glass and stabilizer bars. I would like to change to full gauges rather than idiot lights. If I change the dash, would I have to change the sending units (oil pressure, etc.) as well?
Tuesday 11/11/2025 | 1972 | 911T Targa | Electrical
READ ANSWERDoes anyone know of reputable Porsche Mechanic in the Myrtle Beach area ? A little far to be going to Charleston or Wilmington. I'm trying to figure how to get in touch with Palmetto PCA Group. Thank You.
Monday 11/10/2025 | 2001 | Boxster S | Other
READ ANSWERTracking a stock Carrera
Monday 11/10/2025 | 2006 | 911 Carrera | Engine
I will try to make this simple. I have years of track experience with another German brand, a instructors license and a racing license from them. I bought my first 911 6 years ago and daily drive the car. I tracked the car a few times after buying. I was told though that really the only 911's that should be tracked are the GT3's , GT3 RS, and GTS in the 911 cars. That my stock Carrera really wasn't made for that stress and would fail is pushed too many times. I have since not tracked the car ...
READ ANSWERA section of my tachometer which shows a digital readout of mph plus gas mileage has become blurred. Initially thought condensation had accumulated, but that is not the case. I have done nothing to the lens that would cause this and it does not go away. Any ideas?
Sunday 11/09/2025 | 2005 | Boxster | Other
READ ANSWERMr Bueselinck - Thanks for the info about an extended hub steering wheel for one of the 924S, 944 and 968 cars. My local Porsche dealer parts department hasn’t been able to find the parts number. Do you know it or how to get it?
Sunday 11/09/2025 | 1988 | 924S | Other
FYI Pelican offers a 1/2” extender piece for the steering column if all else fails.
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