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Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 03-18-2011, 09:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,670
Posted By AlexH
2003 Boxster

Have 2 cars and considering selling my Boxster or 2009 BMW 335i. If either one sells, then the other one is off market. She has 69xxx miles, manual, everything works, former CPO, new Bridgestone...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-14-2011, 06:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,075
Posted By AlexH
Radium King, You mean to cut the end of the...

Radium King,

You mean to cut the end of the wire leading to the sensor wire or cut the end of the sensor wire where the plug is and solder it together. Do you have a photo of DYI?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-14-2011, 04:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,075
Posted By AlexH
Talking Brake Wear Light (Need Help!)

Brake wear light came on recently after I replaced new pads a few months back. Some of the sensors were worn but I did not replaced them. Anyway, I only disconnected all of the sensors that run from...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-17-2011, 07:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,106
Posted By AlexH
I did compare the belts before installing and the...

I did compare the belts before installing and the non-OEM appears about 1/4 inch shorter. Not much I thought and I didn't have to force it in during installation.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-17-2011, 07:01 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 6,670
Posted By AlexH
So how many miles do you have on your Boxster and...

So how many miles do you have on your Boxster and how much do you want for it? I have an 03 and am thinking of upgrading from to an S. I will help you unload it for quick.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-17-2011, 05:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,106
Posted By AlexH
High Pitch Sound

I replaced the drive belt with an aftermarket one. I notice that when I start it in the morning, I hear a high pitch sound. After a couple of minutes, the sound disappears. Has anyone encountered a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-25-2010, 11:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,096
Posted By AlexH
Thumbs up Thanks again to all! Installed then without the...

Thanks again to all! Installed then without the shims and they work fine. A lot better braking now and much smoother ride with new Potenza 760 Sport.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-24-2010, 02:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,096
Posted By AlexH
Alright. Just got back from having new shoes...

Alright. Just got back from having new shoes mounted and balanced. It's hassle with a 2 seater to have take the tires and wheels with me in another car. I am going to try them wihout the shims....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-24-2010, 12:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,096
Posted By AlexH
Do I Need Brake Shims?

Changing out my brake pads today. Just finished the fronts with Ferodo pads and the pads come with the shims just like the ones I am swapping out. Go to the rears and removed the old pads and they...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-14-2010, 03:53 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 10,920
Posted By AlexH
Mine is an '03 base and wonder if it too has a...

Mine is an '03 base and wonder if it too has a potential problem with RMS. Also has Porsche made a recall on this issue or any class action filed to have Porsche rectify a major issue?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-02-2010, 06:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,182
Posted By AlexH
Blue, I thought about going 225 but was...

Blue,

I thought about going 225 but was afraid that it's too wide to fit in the stock wheel.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-02-2010, 06:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,182
Posted By AlexH
Good to hear since the Potenza re760 tires cost...

Good to hear since the Potenza re760 tires cost the same in both sizes, I thought to beef up the front a little for a nore stable ride.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-02-2010, 05:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,182
Posted By AlexH
I hear you Bruce. I know the roads there in Los...

I hear you Bruce. I know the roads there in Los Felix as well as some parts of Wilshire going away from downtown. I drive somewhat gently going througjh downtown. Anyway, I want a little bit more...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-02-2010, 07:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,182
Posted By AlexH
205/50/17 and 215/45/17 .....

I have 17 in stock wheels with current 205/50/17 on stock 03 Boxster and thinking replacing the tires with 215/45/17. What do you guys think? Rubbing, bigger gap, or they simply won't fit?

Wheels...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-25-2010, 04:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 978
Posted By AlexH
Thanks! I found out from Pelican that it's a...

Thanks! I found out from Pelican that it's a tension rope. Price there is actually the same as local Porsche dealer.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-24-2010, 11:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 978
Posted By AlexH
What's This Cable...

So I decided to change out the polyrib belt today. It was fairly easy. Took about 1/2 hour. I noticed when the soft top was raised, the right steel cable about 10 inches long that snaps to the top...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-08-2010, 09:40 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,517
Posted By AlexH
For me, I am quite surprised that the 03 Boxster...

For me, I am quite surprised that the 03 Boxster (manual) I bought with 52k is holding up quite well. I did not do a PPI as people have recommended but I know a little bit more about cars than an...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-06-2009, 02:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 882
Posted By AlexH
Accessory Power

I am stumped at the moment. I have read quite a bit in this forum regarding stero upgrade. I would not consider upgrading the HU if it could play MP3. Anyway, I just swapped out the dash speakers and...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 11-19-2009, 08:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,853
Posted By AlexH
I like it. Can you tell us what make of LED you...

I like it. Can you tell us what make of LED you used and where you bought the LED. How difficult was the job and can you post the steps?
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 11-13-2009, 03:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,025
Posted By AlexH
S v. non-S exhaust

01 S and 03 non-S exhaust. Are they bolt on swapable? Has anyone done this and noticed any gain in performance and sound?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-14-2009, 07:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 827
Posted By AlexH
Noticeable Improvement After Spark Plugs Replacement

Last weekend I had a mechanic come over to change the fuel pump and transmission fluid for the RV. I also paid him an extra $70 to change the spark plugs. I was going to do it myself a few months...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-25-2009, 11:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,167
Posted By AlexH
Thanks everyone! I am not sure if I have what it...

Thanks everyone! I am not sure if I have what it takes and time to do the job. I just spent my day off yesterday to change out all of the fluids in the MDX. I enjoyed doing it but it's so time...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-24-2009, 09:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,167
Posted By AlexH
The 62i is 6 1/2. How do you get the high and...

The 62i is 6 1/2. How do you get the high and vocal to work? I think it will provide comparable bass to the stock and at the same time add imaging to the sound as I find the dash speakers alone do...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-24-2009, 07:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,452
Posted By AlexH
I appreciated someone's comment before "pay now...

I appreciated someone's comment before "pay now or a lot more later." I started out looking to spend $10000 for a 2000 but ended paying over $15000 for an '03 that has a good history of work done by...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-24-2009, 06:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,167
Posted By AlexH
Silly question about door speakers

I just removed the door panel in an attempt to replace the door speakers. Obviously all I hear from the door is bass. I tried the Infinity Kappa and all I hear is bass- no high or vocal whatsoever....
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