11-29-2006, 08:13 AM
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Originally Posted by bmussatti
Mike, the dealer is very-very wrong about his break-in recommendations. Just read your manual. It is very clear. 1,800-2,000 miles. RPM's under 4,200. Don't lug engine. Longer trips are better. On long trips, don't stay in the same gear the whole time, down shift and then run back up to 5th or 6th.
I would also recommend an oil change at 1,000 miles or after the break-in period. Not required, just prudent and worth the $110-$250.
What kind of aftermarket parts do you want? Car is still pretty new, so only a few items are available. Try our sponsors or the likes of www.suncoastporsche.com or the Tequipment section over at the Porsche web-site here:
http://www.porsche.com/usa/accessoriesandservices/personalisation/tequipment/n38/ |
WOW! Thanks for telling me! I would have been screwed at the rate I was going.
And as for aftermarket, I'm not looking for anything until my break-in period ends, but this is my daily commuter and I drive a lot so I expect it to be soon. I'm not even sure what I could do. Seems like all the parts this car has are top of the line, but I'm looking to increase engine power. I know that's a typical desire but this is a sports car, not to mention my only car, so I guess I don't blame myself.
Oh yeah, and I don't want any forced induction.
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11-29-2006, 08:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Bavarian Motorist
WOW! Thanks for telling me! I would have been screwed at the rate I was going.
And as for aftermarket, I'm not looking for anything until my break-in period ends, but this is my daily commuter and I drive a lot so I expect it to be soon. I'm not even sure what I could do. Seems like all the parts this car has are top of the line, but I'm looking to increase engine power. I know that's a typical desire but this is a sports car, not to mention my only car, so I guess I don't blame myself.
Oh yeah, and I don't want any forced induction.
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Did you buy the "S"? If you want more power, that would have been the better purchase. Adding HP's to these cars costs BIG $$$$$!
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11-29-2006, 08:21 AM
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Did you buy the "S"? If you want more power, that would have been the better purchase. Adding HP's to these cars costs BIG $$$$$!
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Haha! I wish I bought the S! I don't think they had any 06s. I got a really good deal on this one cause it was an 06.
Anyways the money is fine...I knew that before I made the decision. I'm stuck with it for a couple years at least, so I might as well enjoy it the best I can.
Is an S catback compatible with a regular boxster? The one on the porscheusa link yo gave me seems to be a boxster S tailpipe.
Btw I really appreciate your help. I know I'm asking a lot but my dealer wasn't that helpful.
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11-29-2006, 08:24 AM
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Originally Posted by Bavarian Motorist
Haha! I wish I bought the S! I don't think they had any 06s. I got a really good deal on this one cause it was an 06.
Anyways the money is fine...I knew that before I made the decision. I'm stuck with it for a couple years at least, so I might as well enjoy it the best I can.
Is an S catback compatible with a regular boxster? The one on the porscheusa link yo gave me seems to be a boxster S tailpipe.
Btw I really appreciate your help. I know I'm asking a lot but my dealer wasn't that helpful.
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Are you talking about this??:
If so, all this is really is an exhause tip, and yes, it will fit on your car too for about $340.
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11-29-2006, 08:29 AM
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Are you talking about this??:
If so, all this is really is an exhause tip, and yes, it will fit on your car too for about $340.
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I thought I found a site that sells S catbacks, (not just the tip). But I just checked and this site is just the tip too.
Blah, sorry.
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11-29-2006, 08:22 AM
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11-29-2006, 08:25 AM
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Lovely. Makes me wanna go drive her right now.
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11-29-2006, 08:29 AM
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11-29-2006, 08:31 AM
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Clear side markers will add about 2-3 HP!!
And, removal of the airbag stickers adds yet another 2-3 HP's! 
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11-29-2006, 08:34 AM
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Clear side markers will add about 2-3 HP!!
And, removal of the airbag stickers adds yet another 2-3 HP's! |
How much hp do racing stripes add?
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11-29-2006, 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Bavarian Motorist
How much hp do racing stripes add?
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Minus 10! 
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