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Posted By David Wildrick

Nope, the shot of the red car was taken in 2008...

Nope, the shot of the red car was taken in 2008 at the Porsche 356 Registry East Coast Holiday held near Lancaster, PA, at an antique plane air strip in 2008--thus, the vintage airplanes (J3, etc.)...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-08-2016, 10:24 AM

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Posted By David Wildrick

My main hobby cars: 1965 356C coupe (guards...

My main hobby cars:
1965 356C coupe (guards red)
http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/IMG_01291457464954.jpg

1964 356C coupe (GMC ultra-silver, lead car on left)
...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-08-2016, 10:17 AM

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Posted By David Wildrick

Thanks, Flaps10, Sounds like it could be worth...

Thanks, Flaps10,
Sounds like it could be worth it to figure out what the OBD codes really mean, as well as having the ability to reset indicator lights, etc.
My friend has a Boxster and a Cayman,...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-08-2016, 05:58 AM

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Posted By David Wildrick

Thanks to everyone for the advice. I didn’t...

Thanks to everyone for the advice.

I didn’t say I had no problems with the car over the years, just that I’ve never seen a service reminder light except “brake wear.” What I’m really asking is...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-07-2016, 02:21 PM

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Posted By David Wildrick

Is Durametric cable needed for 2001 Boxster?

I have a 2001 Boxster. My friend wants me to chip in with him on buying a Durametric cable and software, which allows resetting of service reminder lights.
So far, after 42000 miles, I have never...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

04-29-2012, 10:22 AM

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Posted By David Wildrick

Well, I dug out the warranty repair info. from...

Well, I dug out the warranty repair info. from 2007. They did change the ignition assembly instead of just replacing the electrical part of the switch. Looks like the "improved" switch lasts 5...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

04-27-2012, 01:04 PM

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Posted By David Wildrick

It could be. I didn't look for the paperwork on...

It could be. I didn't look for the paperwork on the warranty job.
If they did change to the newer version, I guess it means there wasn't a big improvement in failure rate of the "improved" switch...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

04-27-2012, 12:08 PM

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Posted By David Wildrick

I followed the instructions from “Pedro’s...

I followed the instructions from “Pedro’s Garage.” If you go to the link for this (Replace Ignition Switch (http://www.pedrosgarage.com/Site_3/Replace_Ignition_Switch.html)),
and scroll down to...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

04-27-2012, 07:25 AM

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Posted By David Wildrick

I think I figured out the problem. I bought this...

I think I figured out the problem. I bought this 2001 from the dealer in 2005. It had a comprehensive 2-year warranty.

While still on warranty, the ignition switch failed and they replaced it. ...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

04-26-2012, 08:50 AM

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Posted By David Wildrick

Ignition switch installation problem

My 2001 Boxster developed an intermittant starting problem, so I bought the electrical part of the ignition switch as described on this forum (4A0 905 849B).

With no key in the ignition, I removed...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-16-2012, 10:11 AM

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Possible AOS failure?

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Posted By David Wildrick

Got the new AOS installed on Friday the 13th. We...

Got the new AOS installed on Friday the 13th. We popped the old one open and saw a 1/2 inch rip in the diaphragm, which produces the high-pitched squeal as air is sucked through it. On the road...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-12-2012, 02:34 PM

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Possible AOS failure?

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Posted By David Wildrick

Randall Neighbour (on this forum & also in...

Randall Neighbour (on this forum & also in Houston) referred me to his indy mechanic.
I bought a new AOS from Zim's Autotechnik ($125), and I hope to get it installed in the next day or two. I'll...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-10-2012, 01:31 PM

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Possible AOS failure?

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Posted By David Wildrick

Possible AOS failure?

I have a stock 2.7 liter 2001 Boxster with just over 35,000 miles on it. Last night when I pulled into my driveway after work, which is only 5 miles away, I suddenly got a loud squealing sound from...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-09-2012, 08:04 AM

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Posted By David Wildrick

The Discount Tire store manager was very...

The Discount Tire store manager was very apologetic. He sent the wheel out for refinishing at his expense. He claims that the steel wheels that pass through their mounting machines leave metal...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-08-2012, 01:41 PM

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Posted By David Wildrick

When I replaced the rear tires, I bought them...

When I replaced the rear tires, I bought them from TireRack.com and picked NTB as one of the approved installers that was closest to where I live. Guess I didn't see negative feedback. I previously...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-08-2012, 01:05 PM

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Posted By David Wildrick

Flavor, Sounds like you have a "guy" for this. ...

Flavor,
Sounds like you have a "guy" for this. Thanks for the input.
I searched under tire damage, wheel damage, Discount Tire, tire mounting, etc., but I found very little.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-08-2012, 12:07 PM

Replies: 30