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grc0456 · 04-24-2017, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by BIGJake111

Finally got to drive my girlfriends car yesterday! Love the short shifter. A little embarrassed though as a I stalled it twice before I got used to it's oddly lighter clutch.

However, what a wonderful car and boy do they look good side by side.

It's spring, and a young man's thoughts turn to his .......... Boxster

Looking good, both of your cars!

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Anker · 04-24-2017, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by tommy583

The Wife and I took a spin down to Watkins Glen. Here are a few shots in front of Hector Falls on the way back.

Where did you get that spoiler? Looks great!

CBRacerX · 04-28-2017, 01:53 PM

Replaced the Oil Fill Tube (both parts) and the AOS. All part of the big maintenance project on my "new to me" '01S

10/10ths · 04-28-2017, 03:19 PM

...hard was the oil filler tube install?

ryanjboutin · 04-28-2017, 03:57 PM

No pics, just been driving the piss out of it lately.

I love living in the desert!

stanigu · 04-28-2017, 10:01 PM

with CONTINENTAL CDD7416UB-OR. Nice unit...looks very OEM, except I have streaming capability and hands free calling capability. Lighting is spot on...exactly the same color. Simple install--1 hour job, if that (with the harness).

dulmer · 04-29-2017, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by stanigu

with CONTINENTAL CDD7416UB-OR. Nice unit...looks very OEM, except I have streaming capability and hands free calling capability. Lighting is spot on...exactly the same color. Simple install--1 hour job, if that (with the harness).

Nice! I just installed the TR7412UB-OR yesterday...

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sfkjeld · 04-29-2017, 12:18 PM

Just drove my 17year old 986 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara to Las Vegas to Grand Junction Colorado. The car was flawless. But to me, the shocker was a consistent 27-28mpg. That's better mileage than I got with my Honda S2000 and way better than I ever got with my old 911's. Am leaving the car here at a shop for a preventive care clutch, IMS and oil separator job. Will return this summer for some serious Rockey Mountain/Southwest touring, then a return roadtrip to SF. Have owned this car for about a month. It might be my fave, which is saying something after 40 years of sportcars.

grc0456 · 04-29-2017, 02:30 PM

Great story, sfkjeld. Post 'em if you got 'em - we'd like to see the car.

If taken care of they are fantastic cars. My 03, just this year has taken me from Boston to Amelia Island and back, and just last weekend to Hershey and back with nary a problem. 30.2 mpg for the last trip.

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Cbonilla · 04-29-2017, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by stanigu

with CONTINENTAL CDD7416UB-OR. Nice unit...looks very OEM, except I have streaming capability and hands free calling capability. Lighting is spot on...exactly the same color. Simple install--1 hour job, if that (with the harness).

I assume that this unit does not replace MOST units in a 2003 Boxster

sfkjeld · 04-29-2017, 06:58 PM

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Great story, sfkjeld. Post 'em if you got 'em - we'd like to see the car.
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Porsche9 · 04-29-2017, 08:32 PM

Oil and filter change came up clean.

grc0456 · 04-30-2017, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by sfkjeld

Nice! I always favor the cars that come in the lesser seen colors. And a hardtop to boot.

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Mr Flat Six · 04-30-2017, 03:27 PM

Well I installed the short shifter that Ben puts together. It took me a little over two hours and ran into a few hiccups since it was my first time. This also includes replacing the parking brake switch. The car shifts so positively now. It will take a small amount of time to adjust to it but I took a quick 15 minute test drive to try it out. It is definitely worth it! Very glad with the outcome!

CBRacerX · 04-30-2017, 04:14 PM

Installed RMS

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2000986s · 04-30-2017, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr Flat Six

Well I installed the short shifter that Ben puts together. It took me a little over two hours and ran into a few hiccups since it was my first time. This also includes replacing the parking brake switch. The car shifts so positively now. It will take a small amount of time to adjust to it but I took a quick 15 minute test drive to try it out. It is definitely worth it! Very glad with the outcome!

I just paid for one today and should have mine in a few days, I'm excited! I've talked with Ben about installation and I'm sure I'll be talking to him more once I'm in the process. However, having done this yourself for the first time now could you give any quick tips for a newbie, or obvious mistakes to avoid? Also, what do you mean this includes replacing the parking brake switch? Is there something else I should buy before installing the shifter?

dulmer · 05-01-2017, 02:46 AM

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Installed RMS

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Looks like your IMS might have some porosity issues...

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dulmer · 05-01-2017, 07:14 AM

Lovely new 3 spoke to replace the 4 spoke. Now I just have to wait for the rain to stop. I miss having a garage...

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steved0x · 05-01-2017, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by 2000986s

I just paid for one today and should have mine in a few days, I'm excited! I've talked with Ben about installation and I'm sure I'll be talking to him more once I'm in the process. However, having done this yourself for the first time now could you give any quick tips for a newbie, or obvious mistakes to avoid? Also, what do you mean this includes replacing the parking brake switch? Is there something else I should buy before installing the shifter?

I would post this on to Ben's shifter thread as it might get lost here.

I have swapped out shifters before and part of it is removing the center console, and there are several electrical connectors - the ashtray light, window switches, and the parking brake switch. That might be what you are talking about, and if you forget to reconnect the parking brake switch, the convertible top won't work, as you have to have the parking brake on for it to work.

Here is some more information:
Porsche Boxster Short Shift Kit (SSK) Installation and Shift Bushing Replacement - 986 / 987 (1997-08) - Pelican Parts Technical Article

Also there are some good instructions for removing and reinstalling the center console here at the bottom of this page:
FUNCTION-FIRST > Shift-Right Solution

In case that url doesn't come through it is

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function-first dot com

Mr Flat Six · 05-01-2017, 10:29 AM

Well actually the parking brake switch didn't need to be removed. I did that because mine failed once and wanted to replace it rather than feel sorry for not replacing it. There is a connection to the center console glove box; don't forget to unplug it as it's small. I believe it's for security if you lock it and someone breaks in.

Also one thing I didn't see in the 101 projects book that you have to do here is remove a little plastic piece from the shifter assembly. It's on the very bottom where the cables run and if you don't remove it then it'll pull the cables out of the holder. I believe the piece is green in color but it just snaps out. Lastly I would recommend you shift through the gears after getting the cables installed. I probably went through all my gears 5+ times which is how I found out about the plastic piece that's in the way.

It was pretty straightforward and the 101 projects book was very helpful. You'll love the new feel. It is so smooth and tight!