986 Boxster Radiator Fans Not Working: Troubleshooting & Removing to Replace

I replace both radiator fans with used OE units after checking fuses and relays. At 154,400 miles, the resistor on my 1999 Boxster’s driver side fan went bad.
I opted for two replacements removed from 2003 & 2004 model years with only 50k miles. Total cost was $115 v $900 for new Porsche parts. It took me about 3 hrs each side.
Work completed 28 July 2024.

[@Moses1973]

Just subscribed to your channel. I was looking at your review on the BRZ. Glad I caught your review. I'm retired now and didn't want something that wasn't reliable. Can you give me an idea on what Miata or something similar that's a good sports car? I would like some more power though. I've had two 67 Camaros back in the seventies and for the time they were great. I've always liked the Camaros and the mustangs. I'm going to start researching again lol. I can't afford more than 30k though. Any thoughts from you would be greatly appreciated.

[@gearswitch5692]

Sure thing, first thing I would say is to make a short list once you start doing research. Before you spend too much time thinking about a specific make and model, find a local example to drive (even if it isn't perfect) to get an idea of how it drives and the ergonomics. This could save you lots of time if it doesn't quite stack up on the drive. Car reviews, even the best written, will never truly capture how you may feel about a car as unique individual. Fun cars that come to mind based on muscle car past, but want for reliability under 30k: -350z/370z (torque and reliability. drives more serious than miata, think of it like a mini Nissan-vette) -NC Miata 2006-2015 (biggest of the Miatas and currently the gen w/best value) -ND Miata (full warranty, very reliable, great power and mpg too. Look into SCCA Mazda S plan pricing and a brand new ND for under $30k is possible. very small interior) grassrootsmotorsports.com/forum/grm/986-vs-miata-comparison/182783/page1/