Q – My ‘88 Carrera was driving great until I let my son borrow the car for the Woodward Cruise. I never had a bit of trouble with my transmission but when he brought it back it wouldn’t go into third gear without loud gnashing sounds. It doesn’t matter how easy I shift or at…
Q – The starter on my Carrera is making unhealthy sounds and I would like to get your opinion on my choices. I see some aftermarket gear reduction starters available, some rebuilt Bosch starters and Bosch Reman starters. What’s the difference? Jeff A – Your car was built with a Bosch starter and they work…
Q – My 2007 Carrera had a lot of brake dust on the calipers and wheels and it was ugly. I bought some wheel cleaner, sprayed it on, and now it looks like the wheels and calipers are discolored. Help. John A – Wheel cleaners usually contain acid and you may have permanently damaged the…
Q – I was wondering about lowering my 1985 Carrera. I was told that the front torsion bars are easy to adjust and that the rear ride height is adjustable too. Is this something I can do my self? During my investigation, I also removed the side skirts on my Carrera to clean them up…
Q – I just got my 1992 Carrera 4 out for the summer and what a surprise. The taillights on the left side don’t work and I can see water inside them. The dome light fell out and it doesn’t work. I am also getting a “light show “on my dash. Numerous warning lights are…
Q – On my 85 Carrera it is time to replace the brake hoses and I have mixed feelings about stainless steel braided brake hoses. My mechanic recommended them but I like the feel of the original rubber hoses and I have driven cars with the aftermarket hoses. What do you think? Terry A –…
Q – I am excited to get my car out and blast down I-75 with my Valentine One on highway mode. I am ready but I wonder if my Carrera is. I put it away with the tires pumped up, fresh oil, etc. Anything I should do as I get it out? Pete A –…
Q: I have a 2001 Carrera and I wonder why my clutch is working poorly following a service. I never had any problem with it before I took it in for the 30 K service but the advisor mentioned that it felt “grainy” and weak. I wasn’t too worried about it since I was going…
Q – I had the rear crankshaft seal replaced on the engine in my ‘91 Carrera 2 and it still leaks. I know, you are going to say, “Take it back and have them redo it”! I did. And it is still leaking. I am quite frustrated about this and Lynn wants to know how…
Q – My 2003 Boxster S just dumped a few gallons of oil as it was driving it and the dealer tells me that the engine is ruined. It is under warranty but naturally, my summer of fun is over. Down the road, is this likely to happen again? Joey Q – My 2005 Carrera…