Hi! - and what is this part
 

First off, hi, I'm new to the forums. I have a 2001 Boxster S that I bought last year for track use.

I've had some of the (apparently) typical failures so far:
* Burned out the power steering pump after a few track sessions. Had an additional power steering fluid cooler installed. So far so good.
* RMS started leaking. Had the IMS replaced at the same time.
* Broken shifter cable. That one was fun. Towed off track.
* 2nd gear is nigh impossible to shift into when the car is cold. Worn synchro. I typically shift 1-3 until the car is wamed up. Currently presents no issues on the track.

Anyhoo that leads me to my question. Does anybody know what this part is?

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1468703840.jpg

The rubber connectors snapped when I slid over a rumble strip this past weekend and I need a new one.

It's a brake cooling deflector.

You may want to consider upgrading to the GT-3 brake ducts for more brake cooling on the track. Very common upgrade.

http://986forum.com/forums/diy-project-guides/34296-installing-gt3-brake-cooling-deflectors.html

Perfect. Thanks guys. I'll definitely look into the GT-3 upgrade.

Mine is not there
 

My 2001 S does not have that piece ??

Nor does mine. I have fronts only.