Porsche Boxster head gasget

[Wings]

Over the past month car has started to lose coolant, no signs of losing coolant when stationary with engine both off and running. Over 50 miles of driving the car is possibly losing ½ litre of coolant, with under car visible checks showing no signs of leaks etc.

Although I have checked both radiator and oil caps for indication of water-oil contamination, I believe the head gasket may need replacement.

Apart from the obvious three main Bristol based Porsche service garages, are there any others within 20 miles of Bristol, that local phers could recommend for carrying out the above repair.

[moreflaps]

I wouldn't touch the head until you are sure it is leaking -there must be a coolant mark somewhere. Hoses are a possibility perhaps and certainly much cheaper... Do you have access to a UV light to look for leakage spots?

Cheers

[charliedaker]

Quick google turned up some info here:
http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/249...

[MadRob6]

I'm not too familiar with Boxsters but 944s have an oil cooler which can leak as the seals wear which gives all the symptoms of a failed head gasket so that might be worth looking into.

You should have the coolant system pressure tested for leaks as this should show where the coolant is going without having to run the engine. There's no point having the head gaskets changed if it's not the cause of the issue.

[onomatopoeia]

I use Woodward motors in Rockhampton (just outside Thornbury) for servicing and repairs. Happy to recommend them, they've always done a good job on mine.

Don't expect a hire car or a posh waiting are with leather sofas or anything like that though ...

[DKL]

Steve Bull In Devizes would be worth a call. Probably slightly outside your 20 miles but not by much.

[MrH]

Another nod for Steve Bull in Devizes, fair pricing, nice place to go. Done some work on our fleet boxster and 911

Mark