Will Thornton popped up in a crowded Chester box to rescue a late point for the Seadogs in the North West.
Another defender, the versatile Kieran Weledji, made it 1-1 on 76 minutes after Boro had fallen behind at the Deva Stadium.
Third-placed Chester then made it 2-1 before Thornton made his crucial contribution three minutes into injury time.
Boro boss Jono Greening spoke to Scarborough Athletic TV after the final whistle:
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Scarborough Athletic have announced their opening pre-season fixtures away from home as North Yorkshire Council confirms pitch repairs at the Scarborough Sports Village are progressing well.
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