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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-25-2020, 09:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,421
Posted By Paul_B
I was the seller and really loved the smartTOP. ...

I was the seller and really loved the smartTOP.

The one touch operation was a nice convenience. The car was a daily driver and there were a number of times I got caught out by a rain shower and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-29-2011, 02:55 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 16,998
Posted By Paul_B
I'll post again as I'm approaching 105k miles...

I'll post again as I'm approaching 105k miles now.
2.5l 1999 boxster, daily driver bought 5 yrs ago with about 60k on the clock.

Recent(ish) required work includes
- new ignition switch
-...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 09-12-2009, 03:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,860
Posted By Paul_B
Hmmm, in that case I think I'll save this one for...

Hmmm, in that case I think I'll save this one for when the weather is cooler (just in case!).

Personally I'm not too worried about a perfect result, just want something that's a bit brighter and...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 09-08-2009, 07:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,860
Posted By Paul_B
Thanks for the replies. I notice from the...

Thanks for the replies.

I notice from the module master site that there is an orange colour filter in the unit -do you know what colour the LEDs are and if I could just remove / replace the...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 09-08-2009, 12:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,860
Posted By Paul_B
Changing LEDs in a/c display -is it possible?

I'm replacing my stereo which requires moving the a/c control unit etc, and wondered if it was possible to change the colour of the display while it was out?

I'd like to change the display from...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 09-07-2009, 03:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,308
Posted By Paul_B
Just search for 'boxster double din' and they'll...

Just search for 'boxster double din' and they'll pop right up.
Forum: DIY Project Guides 09-07-2009, 08:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,308
Posted By Paul_B
Interesting. That's about where I wanted to...

Interesting. That's about where I wanted to place mine but, short of drilling a holes, I couldn't work out how to get the cable through. How did you route yours?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-07-2009, 08:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,161
Posted By Paul_B
Just been looking at my logs and the codes I got...

Just been looking at my logs and the codes I got were 1123 and 1125, so no on the 1502.

I was going to replace the MAF if cleaning didn't work, so wanted to ensure that it was completely clean. ...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 09-06-2009, 06:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,308
Posted By Paul_B
Double beep of the horn when locking..

Nice instructions!

I'm in the process of installing a Kenwood double din :dance: (currently waiting for your ebay kit to arrive :) )

Another comment for the notes, when packing it in for...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-06-2009, 05:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,161
Posted By Paul_B
Yes, the MAF has two 'mirrors' inside which I...

Yes, the MAF has two 'mirrors' inside which I carefully cleaned -being sure not to leave any cotton fluff from the Qtip inside.

Reconnected everything back and cleared the codes with the...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 09-05-2009, 07:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,256
Posted By Paul_B
Looks nice! I keep meaning to do this mod...

Looks nice!

I keep meaning to do this mod and will definitely use your idea of using lots of primer and sanding that instead of the rubber..
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-05-2009, 07:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,607
Posted By Paul_B
I found that adding the oem rear speakers made a...

I found that adding the oem rear speakers made a huge improvement to the sound, and filled in all the mid range frequencies that seemed to be missing.

From what I hear on the forums you'd need...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-05-2009, 06:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,161
Posted By Paul_B
When my CEL kept coming on for various 02 sensor...

When my CEL kept coming on for various 02 sensor faults the first thing I tried (based on what I'd read in these forums) was to thoroughly clean the MAF with electrical contact cleaner and Q-tips.
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-20-2009, 01:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,385
Posted By Paul_B
Looks good, but too heavy -it'll ruin your near...

Looks good, but too heavy -it'll ruin your near 50/50 weight distribution..
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-16-2009, 10:30 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 16,998
Posted By Paul_B
85,000 on a 1999 2.5l. Bought it about two years...

85,000 on a 1999 2.5l. Bought it about two years ago with 60K on the clock.

It's a daily driver and hopefully will make it well past the 100k mark (otherwise I may need to get a 3.5l engine for...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 01-15-2009, 03:59 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 18,473
Posted By Paul_B
Cool lights! I want, I want :D

Cool lights! I want, I want :D
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-14-2009, 09:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,662
Posted By Paul_B
I had the very same thing -every time I braked...

I had the very same thing -every time I braked the horn would go off and I'd have to beat the steering wheel until it stopped. Very embarrasing!

I used black silicone sealant to rebuild the four...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-14-2009, 08:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,123
Posted By Paul_B
I remember a big fuss about direct injection a...

I remember a big fuss about direct injection a few years ago, but then it all went quiet. I thought that, despite better economy and emissions, it made less power than equivalent engines -but maybe...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 01-07-2009, 10:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,698
Posted By Paul_B
I used this guide and it worked fine (my OBC was...

I used this guide and it worked fine (my OBC was also mysteriously enabled when I got the car, which was nice).
http://www.whiteson.org/boxster/mods/obc/

Despite spending time and effort doing...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-09-2007, 01:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,755
Posted By Paul_B
Thumbs up I ordered mine from amazon about 3 or 4 months...

I ordered mine from amazon about 3 or 4 months ago, so you can imagine my surprise when it actually turned up the other day!

Good manual -almost as helpful as 986forum.com... :)
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