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Porsche specialist repair shop
Saturday 04/25/2026 | 2011 | Boxster | Other
I’m getting close to 80k service. I was wondering is there a Porsche specialist shop on the Monterey area, besides the Porsche dealer. thanks
READ ANSWERWhat service recommended for 80,000 service
Saturday 04/25/2026 | 2011 | Boxster | Engine
READ ANSWERhow to open engine lid 997.1 when lever by drivers door isn't working
Friday 04/24/2026 | 2006 | 911 Carrera S | Electrical
READ ANSWERWill Battery Group H6/48 Really Work?
Thursday 04/23/2026 | 1989 | 944 S2 | Electrical
George, I saw a thread where you say to use a Group H6/48 battery in a 944. When I tried to use that size in my 968, it hit the support structure of the hood, and I had to use a Group 91 instead. Are you sure that ALL years and variations of 944 will accommodate H6/48--particularly when the windshield-washer hose can end up between the battery and the hood? To protect against any acid-leakage damage, I have recently started to use one of those thin "battery mats" below my car batteries. T ...
READ ANSWERI have a leak where the rain is coming in around the passenger kick panel onto the carpet. The head liner is never wet and the sunroof drains have been updated by Clearwater Porsche. Could it be the windshield leaking or something else down in that corner?
Thursday 04/23/2026 | 2018 | Macan S | Body
I sent in a question before about the problem but never got an answer. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
READ ANSWERDoes anyone know where I can send a Blaupunkt Monterey SQR 23 radio from a 1986 911 to be repaired?
Thursday 04/23/2026 | 1986 | 911 Carrera | Electronics
I believe the power diode that sits across the positive and negative on pins 4 & 5 of the radio’s connector is bad.
READ ANSWERHow can you determine the normal travel on my original shocks
Tuesday 04/21/2026 | 2011 | Boxster S | Other
READ ANSWERDo you have any technical data or video segments that discusses the production, rarity, or any added value to the 74/75-911with a factory hard top targa?
Monday 04/20/2026 | 1975 | 911S | Accessories
I find little to no discussions of the (what I understand to be) one year production of the hard top targa and was hoping you could assist me in my search for additional information, any tidbits would be greatly appreciated.
READ ANSWER1975 Hard Top Targa.
Sunday 04/19/2026 | 1975 | 911S Targa | Accessories
Watching Nathan Mertz on YouTube 1974 -1977 Porsche 2.7. He notes the 1976 as the last year you could instal the Targa top unfolded in the trunk, the only way the top should be stored. This seemed the perfect segue to discuss the factory hard top targa. Wondering why, and his thoughts on the matter. I am a first time porch owner, and yes, it is a 1975 Hard Top Targa, abandoned 20 year barn find in the process of restoration. Really enjoy his video's. ...
READ ANSWER2003 Boxster base ATF leak right rear
Friday 04/17/2026 | 2003 | Boxster | Transmission/Clutch
I initially posted a question in March regarding a slight hesitation at 2000 RPM. Slight Hesitation At 1900-2000 RPM No Check Engine Lights Sunday 03/29/2026 | 2003 | I have been having issues with the CEL not working correctly. Why are there three bulbs listed for replacements? I get P1691 as a code. Thanks again, Dave I'm preparing to install front brake pads on my 2025 Cayman S, VIN # WP0AB2A88SK261009. In looking over the front pads in preparation for replacement I see that there is no wear sensor in the outer pad. Neither front caliper / pad has a wear sensor in the outer pad. Close inspection of the caliper I can see there is two (2) wires coming out of the protective sheath, on the sensor cable, but I cannot see where the second wire leads. At this point I have not remo ... The car was running perfectly when stored for cold weather and connected to trickle charger. Called AAA to jump the car and after a bad battery test they installed a new battery. The new battery failed after a few months and a replacement battery was installed. The car started and ran for about 5 minutes and then quit. The car would not restart so the AAA tech attempted to jump the battery several times. The vehicle/dash lost all power and the tech assumed it was the anti-theft and attempted ... when on an inclined position on a driveway, turning onto the roadway , I get an PSM & Abs error . I have replaced all the wheel sensors. ( with Porsche parts) what could cause this intermittent issue? After reviving a dead battery, I've fixed all of the lights (PSM, airbag, etc.) but still have a 'Service now' message with a red exclamation light on the tach. The exclamation point goes away after signaling or using the high beams, only to return a few seconds later. The car is running fine otherwise. Any tips on how to reset the light without going to the dealer? Perfect top-down weather so I decided yesterday to put down my top for the first time since last autumn. Just as soon as it started to go down, a loud "pop" sound. I would guess that a cable either broke or became disengaged. Any thoughts on this? Sounds like it's not a job for an owner with limited skills. I like to do the work myself . I need to see the part I'm replacing in order to plan .I can't see this air oil separator to save my life . Where the hell is it ? I'm going to miss my track day if I can't sort this out .
the CEL bulb has not been working wright
Friday 04/17/2026
| 1997 |
Boxster |
Electrical
The cup holder face lid does not close, keeps dropping down everytime I try to close it. Did work, but now it doesn't. Is there a remedy for this that I can do at home? Thanks.
Friday 04/17/2026
| 2008 |
911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet |
Other
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Front brake wear sensor.
Wednesday 04/15/2026
| 2025 |
718 Cayman S |
Brakes
Car diagnosed with DME failure with no response from unit. Purchased matching, pre-owned DME for reprogramming but shop is still unable to get any comms from the unit. They're lost and I'm wanting to know what might be causing the ongoing problem?
Tuesday 04/14/2026
| 2003 |
911 Carrera Cabriolet |
Electrical
Can you recommend a shop to restore the vertical surface of my dashboard in the SF Bay Area? A previous owner installed wood veneer and I want to restore it to original.
Tuesday 04/14/2026
| 1973 |
914 2.0 |
Body
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ABS & PSM errors
Tuesday 04/14/2026
| 2001 |
Boxster |
Brakes
How to reset service now light after a dead battery?
Monday 04/13/2026
| 2008 |
Cayman S |
Electronics
I have a 2003 Boxster S with the standard manual seats that to me are extremely uncomfortable. Looking for an alternative genuine Porsche seat option suggestion.that
Sunday 04/12/2026
| 2003 |
Boxster S |
Interior/Upholstery
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Convertible top not working
Sunday 04/12/2026
| 2008 |
Boxster RS 60 Spyder |
Other
I am trying to replace my air oil separator and I can't locate the part on my engine . My car is a 2007 911 carrera coupe 997. Even with a mirror and light I can't find it !
Sunday 04/12/2026
| 2007 |
911 Carrera |
Engine