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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-23-2006, 02:29 PM
Replies: 54
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Posted By porscheguy05
I was one of the first to buy one of these tops,...

I was one of the first to buy one of these tops, and I would do it again. I agree with you because the glass window is far superior to the plastic one, and there is really no comparison if you ask...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-18-2006, 02:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,346
Posted By porscheguy05
I might go ahead and call him. I actually talked...

I might go ahead and call him. I actually talked to him about two weeks ago. I am sure his wings are fine, but they are aftermarket copies with an aftermarket light in the rear. He said he would swap...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-17-2006, 04:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,346
Posted By porscheguy05
I disconnected it back at the actual spoiler. If...

I disconnected it back at the actual spoiler. If I remember correctly I just had to remove the left inside panel and the center black cover piece around the latch to access the clip that goes to the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-17-2006, 03:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,346
Posted By porscheguy05
According to the Porsche bulletin, those are the...

According to the Porsche bulletin, those are the spots to drill, but mine is missing those marks. Thanks for confirming that they do exist on an 02. I was hoping someone had pics of their pre-02...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-17-2006, 02:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,346
Posted By porscheguy05
Aero II wing install

I have ordered an Aero II wing, and one I started doing some reading on installing it I found out that pre-2002 trunk lids are different. From what I understand, the 02 and up models have places to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-04-2006, 04:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,977
Posted By porscheguy05
Question Problems filling tank with gas

This may sound like a strange problem, but the past few times I have tried to put gas in my tank in my 99 Boxster, and I have problems. Even though I may run the tank close to empty, when I go to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-23-2005, 04:09 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,401
Posted By porscheguy05
"It took the installer 8 hours to put it on. ...

"It took the installer 8 hours to put it on. There was one guy working most of the time but 2 people sometimes. I was told they have one person who is fast and can do it alone in 6 hours."


I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-09-2005, 01:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,319
Posted By porscheguy05
I was one of the first buyers of the GAHH top,...

I was one of the first buyers of the GAHH top, and had the same problem. They were absolutely willing to accept the blame, and replaced the top for me. They feel they have fixed the problem, and so...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-21-2005, 05:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,261
Posted By porscheguy05
Ebay, there are usually several listed for cheap.

Ebay, there are usually several listed for cheap.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-19-2005, 05:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,347
Posted By porscheguy05
Have you ever used one of the "over priced" radar...

Have you ever used one of the "over priced" radar detectors, or are you only experienced with the whistler? I bought a second car and thought I would try a whistler, and ended up giving it away and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-29-2005, 05:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,473
Posted By porscheguy05
We have several local units that do not have roof...

We have several local units that do not have roof mounted lights, not Porsche though.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-25-2005, 07:38 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,583
Posted By porscheguy05
The solo and 8500 are definetely not the same,...

The solo and 8500 are definetely not the same, and escort will tell you the same. They do not have near the same reception range. There have also been several independent test conducted that show the...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-25-2005, 07:35 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,583
Posted By porscheguy05
Question I take it you have never owned one. It can detect...

I take it you have never owned one. It can detect a signal a long distance ahead when they are running with it on all the time or when clocking other cars. Usually mine goes off well before it is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-25-2005, 07:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,133
Posted By porscheguy05
They were partially right. The connector is...

They were partially right. The connector is located behind the drivers seat up high just behind the left side of your head. It is there because the hardtop with a defroster was an option on your car....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-22-2005, 05:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,133
Posted By porscheguy05
I believe I was one of the first to order and...

I believe I was one of the first to order and install the GAHH top with a glass window, and it is top quality. I do not see how it would crack unless you plan on hitting it with a baseball bat. I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-19-2005, 04:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,669
Posted By porscheguy05
Last summer I paid $356.00 USD from my local...

Last summer I paid $356.00 USD from my local Porsche dealer for the entire factory rear Bose speaker setup. This included the Bose box and all four speakers new from the factory. I will say I had to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-01-2005, 05:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,907
Posted By porscheguy05
I am sorry you had a bad experience. I had the...

I am sorry you had a bad experience. I had the opposite, and can shift mine with very little effort using two fingers. I also have no problems going in and out of all the gears. It sounds like...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-28-2005, 06:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,351
Posted By porscheguy05
I posted alot of info on my GAHH install from a...

I posted alot of info on my GAHH install from a couple of weeks ago on another thread. I think it is a 4 page thread. It took me 6 hours, and that was taking my time. I am not sure what your...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-28-2005, 06:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,351
Posted By porscheguy05
Yes, it came with instructions.

Yes, it came with instructions.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-22-2005, 06:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,497
Posted By porscheguy05
My wifes car had brand new Hankooks on it when we...

My wifes car had brand new Hankooks on it when we bought her car, and one year later we replaced them. They were probably the crapiest tires I have ever seen. Our intentios were to use these new...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-22-2005, 06:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,148
Posted By porscheguy05
The front compartment comes off very easy, just...

The front compartment comes off very easy, just about 8-10 bolts if I remember correctly, after you remove the carpet padding. I had mine off last summer to change the serpentine belt.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-22-2005, 06:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,912
Posted By porscheguy05
I experience this as well. It starts at various...

I experience this as well. It starts at various times. Sometimes if I turn my radio up this can start it as well. It does not happen all the time, but when it does it annoys the heck out of me. It...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-13-2005, 04:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,146
Posted By porscheguy05
It is for that very reason that I hard wired my...

It is for that very reason that I hard wired my radar detector to turn on and off automatically when I turn the ignition on and off.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-10-2005, 05:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,987
Posted By porscheguy05
"I'm not entirely comfortable spending $300+ for...

"I'm not entirely comfortable spending $300+ for what amounts to stickers. Nor am I willing to spend the several thousand to purchase the upgrade pieces from a Porsche Dealer. "


THis is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-10-2005, 06:38 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,547
Posted By porscheguy05
Yes, the install instructions discuss how to...

Yes, the install instructions discuss how to reuse your old headliner.
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