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alm001 10-25-2015 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pdwight (Post 471119)
I thought the USB port and SMT tech looked all wrong for 1996 time period. Tell us more

The dsp is one of these: https://www.minidsp.com/products/minidsp-in-a-box/minidsp-2x4
It will feed the signal to whatever amplifier(s) I choose.

My stereo build log is here: 2002 Porsche Boxster S - Car Audio | DiyMobileAudio.com | Car Stereo Forum

I still have a lot of work to do to finish what I want, but this was a big step.

paulofto 10-25-2015 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by EJ-Fresno (Post 471098)
No issues with tires developing a flat spot after a whole winter?

Like the manual says, pump them up to 58 psi and don't put the car on jack stands or else the shocks may be subject to rusting. It's all in the manual, at least in my 2003 Boxster manual.

Swhitcomb 10-25-2015 05:41 PM

Today, following the write up posted here, I hooked the camera up to my new head unit.

http://i1303.photobucket.com/albums/...psri2t4feb.jpg

http://i1303.photobucket.com/albums/...psr725z607.jpg

Then cleaned it. While I was working on it, I resoldered the tabs on the rear defroster, and hooked the wire back up. Also replaced the broken clip that holds the wind deflector in. Still have a bunch of little projects to do to it. Most notably, fix the paint runs on the dash were I installed the new head unit.

http://i1303.photobucket.com/albums/...psh6vhc4xs.jpg

http://i1303.photobucket.com/albums/...ps7fjkd4jr.jpg

Pdwight 10-25-2015 06:34 PM

Calibration
 
Is there a calibration for the back up camera lines ?

fridsten 10-26-2015 03:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EJ-Fresno (Post 471098)
No issues with tires developing a flat spot after a whole winter?

There might be, but it should return to shape when driving it in the spring. I'm not worried.

Swhitcomb 10-26-2015 07:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pdwight (Post 471163)
Is there a calibration for the back up camera lines ?

The camera can be aimed up and down. Not sure if the lines can be changed. Didn't try.

Toppy986 10-31-2015 08:59 AM

Last drive for the year to get the engine warmed up and top up the fuel tank. Changed the oil, no shinny bits in the filter, :) Tucked her away for the 5 month sleep, all ready in withdrawal :(http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1446310718.jpg

986Spyder1 10-31-2015 01:46 PM

finally finished my exterior mods
 
http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1446327946.jpg

mikesz 11-01-2015 03:03 AM

Spent money
 
Purchased necessary parts to convert my 99 986 to a 987 air intake. This seems like an ambitious project wont even attempt it till next year some time.

paulofto 11-01-2015 05:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toppy986 (Post 471779)
Last drive for the year to get the engine warmed up and top up the fuel tank. Changed the oil, no shinny bits in the filter, :) Tucked her away for the 5 month sleep, all ready in withdrawal :(http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1446310718.jpg

Tucked mine away yesterday. as well. That could be a picture of my car but I don't suspend mine from the ceiling.

:p

BFeller 11-01-2015 06:07 AM

Bought a used Atlas Scissor lift. Took an hour and half to muscle it up onto a tilt bed trailer with the use of a come along. The wheels did roll so well. Slid it onto the floor of the garage with about 15 minutes of effort - after taking apart the steel wheels. Cleaned and greased the shafts that held the wheels. It rolled right off and into place.

ScottStu 11-02-2015 01:29 AM

Changed out the radio with a new double din HU. Went with an Parrot Asteroid Smart, I really liked all the features of it and didn't need a CD player. GPS works great, installed a USB/AUX in the dash and with the six channel upgraded amp and rear speaker package it sounds great. http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1446460160.jpg

WillH 11-02-2015 12:44 PM

Avoided these guys,

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/z...2e9cf698ee.jpg

Had a close call in June when I learned they could fly, almost got dinner and a new windshield.
I've hit birds before on my bike but don't want to have that encounter with one of these, it could end very badly. :(

BruceH 11-02-2015 04:30 PM

Had all of the fluids changed out, oil, brakes, coolant and gear oil. I usually do my own oil and brake fluid changes but I didn't feel like messing with the coolant and gear oil, so.....I figured I would just get it all done at once. $720 out the door, not bad IMO.

oldskool73 11-03-2015 06:27 AM

Had new rotors and pads put in all round, and had the rear trailing arms replaced so no more sounding like I'm transporting lumber in the trunk over every bump. Took a shot of my local inde's garage while I was there...

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1446564256.jpg

What it lacks in tidiness it makes up for in character and classic cars!

The Radium King 11-03-2015 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by WillH (Post 472055)
Avoided these guys,

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/z...2e9cf698ee.jpg

Had a close call in June when I learned they could fly, almost got dinner and a new windshield.
I've hit birds before on my bike but don't want to have that encounter with one of these, it could end very badly. :(

so that's what the bloc is up to now ...

WillH 11-03-2015 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by The Radium King (Post 472142)
so that's what the bloc is up to now ...

:cheers:
Between them and the winter I second guess my reasons for living in the province that I was born into.

tommy583 11-03-2015 08:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WillH (Post 472055)
Avoided these guys,

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/z...2e9cf698ee.jpg

Had a close call in June when I learned they could fly, almost got dinner and a new windshield.
I've hit birds before on my bike but don't want to have that encounter with one of these, it could end very badly. :(

What heck are those? Giant turkeys? Wow those things are huge!!

WillH 11-03-2015 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tommy583 (Post 472158)
What heck are those? Giant turkeys? Wow those things are huge!!

Wild turkeys. They where reintroduced a few decades back. I've seen flocks a few dozen large around here. They weigh up to around 20lbs give or take. Enough to ruin your day if you have the misfortune of hitting one at speed.

TrumpyAl 11-07-2015 02:29 PM

What did you do with/to your Boxster today?
 
Did a test patch on and under the r/h taillight for an impending paint correction - single stage didn't give the results I'm after so I'll need to up the ante to a three stage correction.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11...76bcd5298c.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11...7c938b4e84.jpg

And this pic just because I like it. I intend on putting in some Narva Phantom turn signal gloves in which I think will freshen things up a little.
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11...03a512ae89.jpg


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