03-03-2023, 04:55 AM
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Engine side vent types
The engine side vents on my 2003 Boxster side vents sit on top of the sheet metal, some others that I’ve seen fit nicely inside of the body. I’m guessing this is an “early vs late” vent thing. If this is so, can these be interchanged? I’d like mine to be more recessed. I’m ok with a little judicious body modification to make it work. What do you think?
Last edited by Tbob; 03-03-2023 at 05:43 AM.
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03-03-2023, 05:00 AM
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1998 Boxster Silver/Red
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Likely they can. I swapped out my "deep" vents, which I believe are stock... for the turbo vents, or something along those lines. 
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03-03-2023, 07:44 AM
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Keep it stock and leave it alone.
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03-03-2023, 08:20 AM
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My 2000 has 1 of each LOL. My guess is a previous owner replaced one of them with the wrong style
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03-03-2023, 09:56 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BobbyD256
My 2000 has 1 of each LOL. My guess is a previous owner replaced one of them with the wrong style
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So much for attention to detail.
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03-05-2023, 06:05 AM
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Left and right side are different, at least on a 2004
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03-06-2023, 05:10 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JayG
Left and right side are different, at least on a 2004
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Yes, also on a 2003
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03-06-2023, 08:27 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JayG
Left and right side are different, at least on a 2004
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ahh, so it's supposed to be that way I guess
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03-06-2023, 08:47 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BobbyD256
ahh, so it's supposed to be that way I guess
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The two sides are different because the vents serve different air flow purposes: Driver's side is an air intake for the engine, passenger's side is an engine compartment heat vent
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03-09-2023, 09:20 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JFP in PA
The two sides are different because the vents serve different air flow purposes: Driver's side is an air intake for the engine, passenger's side is an engine compartment heat vent
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nice, thanks for the info!
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03-14-2023, 05:19 AM
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Update. I installed a pair of early vents in the 2003 and they fit perfectly. I’m pleased with the more streamlined look. Thanks for the constructive comments.
Last edited by Tbob; 03-16-2023 at 11:43 AM.
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03-15-2023, 01:35 PM
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98 Arctic silver 986
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I have a 98 and put the new style on my car. I have a set of the old style in arctic silver if you need a set.
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03-16-2023, 03:03 AM
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1998 Boxster Silver/Red
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tommy583
I have a 98 and put the new style on my car. I have a set of the old style in arctic silver if you need a set.
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How much $ for your set with shipping to 92284? Thanks.
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03-16-2023, 07:58 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Starter986
How much $ for your set with shipping to 92284? Thanks.
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Pm me privately
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03-16-2023, 11:15 AM
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1998 Boxster Silver/Red
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tommy583.
Pm me privately
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OK. I don't think I'm wrong. If I am, please correct me.
Who the f uck are you? You think putting a period at the end of an existing users name is going to slide by me you scamming cocksucker? You think us regulars don't pay attention to the efforts of losers like you?
The vents? You clearly have zero ****************ing integrity if you'd compromise it for a $50 set of vents, silly mother ****************er.
OK. Rant over. Correct me if I'm wrong. b itch. 
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03-16-2023, 11:45 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Starter986
OK. I don't think I'm wrong. If I am, please correct me.
Who the f uck are you? You think putting a period at the end of an existing users name is going to slide by me you scamming cocksucker? You think us regulars don't pay attention to the efforts of losers like you?
The vents? You clearly have zero ****************ing integrity if you'd compromise it for a $50 set of vents, silly mother ****************er.
OK. Rant over. Correct me if I'm wrong. b itch. |
Way to call him out. I’ve not seen that scam before. Clever. Now I know.
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03-17-2023, 06:11 PM
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98 Arctic silver 986
Join Date: Jul 2011
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Starter986
OK. I don't think I'm wrong. If I am, please correct me.
Who the f uck are you? You think putting a period at the end of an existing users name is going to slide by me you scamming cocksucker? You think us regulars don't pay attention to the efforts of losers like you?
The vents? You clearly have zero ****************ing integrity if you'd compromise it for a $50 set of vents, silly mother ****************er.
OK. Rant over. Correct me if I'm wrong. b itch. |
Wow that was the first time I have ever been cloned. Anyways how about $20 plus shipping? I'll have to dig them out of the shed.
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03-18-2023, 03:57 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tommy583
Wow that was the first time I have ever been cloned. Anyways how about $20 plus shipping? I'll have to dig them out of the shed.
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That’s a great price, but I already bought a pair off EBay. I appreciate the offer.
BTW, I’m working on adding a single horizontal splitter 911 style. Similar to the pic below. I’ll post a pic when I’m closer to done.
Last edited by Tbob; 03-18-2023 at 04:03 AM.
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03-19-2023, 02:28 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tbob
Update. I installed a pair of early vents in the 2003 and they fit perfectly. I’m pleased with the more streamlined look. Thanks for the constructive comments.
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Interesting! Did they drop right in?
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03-19-2023, 02:30 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tcoradeschi
Interesting! Did they drop right in?
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Yes, no problem..
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