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Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 04-17-2011, 07:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,286
Posted By K80Kid
Is the console original or aftermarket painted?

Is the console original or aftermarket painted?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-04-2010, 03:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,325
Posted By K80Kid
Is there a way to remove the clearcoat and leave...

Is there a way to remove the clearcoat and leave the paint untouched?

K80Kid
01 Boxster S
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-04-2010, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,325
Posted By K80Kid
Unhappy Brake caliper coating is peeling! Any advice?

There seems to be a protective coating (clearcoat?) on my 01 Boxster S brake calipers and it is now bubbling and peeling on both passenger side calipers. I didn't even know that the calipers had a...
Forum: New Member Introductions 01-04-2010, 02:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,233
Posted By K80Kid
I had the same problem with my CDR-220. There is...

I had the same problem with my CDR-220. There is an antenna amplifier in the passenger B pillar. It seems that the electrical connectors are tempermental. I cleaned the connectors and put...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-24-2007, 05:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,503
Posted By K80Kid
Just a follow-up... After making many phone...

Just a follow-up...

After making many phone calls, I have learned that my problems are not uncommon and this is a well known design flaw in the 986/996 transmissions. Apparently, thanks to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-21-2007, 07:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,503
Posted By K80Kid
Adam, 35K miles. Seems like the tranny...

Adam,

35K miles. Seems like the tranny should last longer than that!

- Mike -

'01S
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-20-2007, 05:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,503
Posted By K80Kid
Some more info... I had a second mechanic...

Some more info...

I had a second mechanic test drive the car today. He also said it's the syncros...

Looks like I'm going to have to decide between;
a) rebuild the tranny
b) live with it ...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-19-2007, 06:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,503
Posted By K80Kid
boxsterz, Hmmm. I actually called Redline...

boxsterz,

Hmmm. I actually called Redline before changing the gear oil and discussed the problem. They strongly recommended the 75W90 NS. They said that the boxster's gearbox is a "no-slip"...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-19-2007, 05:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,503
Posted By K80Kid
Fray, Schnell!, My 01S has 35K miles. In...

Fray, Schnell!,

My 01S has 35K miles. In fact I recently had the clutch replaced because the pedal was so stiff that I couldn't bear to sit in traffic.

Between the stiff clutch (now fixed),...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-19-2007, 10:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,503
Posted By K80Kid
Friction Modifier

Has anyone used a friction modifier in their gearbox? Did it help?

My transmission has become difficult to shift. This is particularly true with second gear. Sometimes, it doesn't fully engage...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-27-2006, 06:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,536
Posted By K80Kid
No ideas? No comments?

No ideas? No comments?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-26-2006, 12:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,536
Posted By K80Kid
Extra stiff clutch question

Hi all!

I am looking for some opinions regarding the clutch on 2001 Boxster S (28K miles). I have read all closely related threads, but I haven't been able to find a definite answer.

My clutch...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-22-2006, 01:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,442
Posted By K80Kid
Cigarette butt ???

I changed my air filter the other day and I found a cigarette butt in the air box!

The funny thing is that I still have the snorkel attached. I must admit that I am surprised the butt was able to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-30-2006, 08:24 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,759
Posted By K80Kid
Hi all, I was hoping for an update on the...

Hi all,

I was hoping for an update on the Borla muffler. I'm still considering one, but I haven't read any comments on it lately. I'm particularly interested in the resonance issues.

If you...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-14-2006, 11:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,356
Posted By K80Kid
I have them in my Box 2001S. They are much...

I have them in my Box 2001S. They are much brighter and whiter! Huge difference compared to the normal halogens. Absolutely no sign of heat build up.

I highly recommend them!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-10-2006, 10:29 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,494
Posted By K80Kid
Is the BAS top available in the US? - Mike -

Is the BAS top available in the US?

- Mike -
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-21-2005, 04:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,257
Posted By K80Kid
Wiper Motor Toast

Well... it seems that my wiper motor is toast. I have been fighting with my wipers since I bought the car. I thought that the previous owner might have used Rain-X since the blades would chatter...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-11-2005, 10:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,551
Posted By K80Kid
I just had two of my wheels (18" twist) repaired....

I just had two of my wheels (18" twist) repaired. It's amazing! You would never know they were scraped by the previous owner. The repair guy even came to my home and did the job in the driveway!
...
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