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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-22-2023, 05:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 466
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Is GAHH the only seat cover replacement choice?

I spent some time at an auto upholstry shop today. They recommended GAHH leather replacements for $2500 including parts and labor — primarily because they could not find another supplier (who they...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-27-2021, 05:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 669
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Thank you so much; I don’t recall that DIY video...

Thank you so much; I don’t recall that DIY video but I do remember a European company offering the service with reconditioned steering wheels.


QUOTE=78F350;643647]Here's all I remember about...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-27-2021, 03:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 669
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Who makes four spoke steering wheel airbag covers with metal crest?

I remember seeing a discussion of a European company that refurbished steering wheels that also sold replacement four spoke airbag covers with embedded Porsche crest (not a stick-on).

Any...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-30-2018, 04:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 793
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Non-matching Clear Headlight Corner Piece ??

I recently replaced my headlights with clear halogens, however, the clear corner piece doesn't seem to match the rest of the headlight.

Is this normal or are my old eyes playing tricks on me?
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-21-2018, 06:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,730
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Thanks everyone for the comments; I definitely...

Thanks everyone for the comments; I definitely prefer the look of Fred's projector headlights but they're not available. Has anyone used the MORIMOTO projectors listed below in their halogen...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-17-2018, 04:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,730
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Thanks for the response; they charge ~$500 for...

Thanks for the response; they charge ~$500 for retrofitting your headlights with their projectors. Since Fred is no longer making his I thought this might be a good option.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-14-2018, 04:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,730
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Anyone use "HID ILLUSIONZ" on their headlights yet?

I'm considering sending some 986 headlights to "HID ILLUSIONZ" in New York as they appear to have a good offering. Has anyone tried their product yet?

HID ILLUSIONZ: PORSCHE...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-07-2017, 11:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,126
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Clear Halogen Headlight Recommendations

I found the following clear halogen headlights on Ebay (for a 1998 986) and am curious if anyone has any experience with either:

1. Marelli
Porsche Boxster Pair Set of 2 Left & Right Headlight...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 03-13-2017, 06:20 PM
Replies: 1,642
Views: 433,577
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Me too . . .

I'll also take a set for my 98 986.

Chris
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 04-30-2016, 08:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,427
Posted By SvenskaPoika
What is the condition of the steering wheel? ...

What is the condition of the steering wheel?

Thank you
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-23-2016, 01:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,155
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Control Arm Question

I'm a knucklehead --- I'm trying to replace the front and rear control arms to eliminate some clunking / rattling. So I bought the rear TRW "Control Arm Links" but just realized they may be just...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-17-2016, 07:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 969
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Headlight projectors no longer sold by Pelican?

I was intending on buying headlight projectors but it appears they are no longer sold by Pelican Parts. Who is selling them now?

Thank you.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-27-2015, 01:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,279
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Thanks, gents. It's a 1998 base Boxster. I had...

Thanks, gents. It's a 1998 base Boxster. I had FabSpeed install their race exhaust, headers and CAI, flash the chip. They did a great job and are trying to find the root cause of the issue but I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-27-2015, 06:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,279
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Recurring CEL Code P0605 Issue

I've had a recurring CEL after having my chip flashed, which reads:

Troubleshooting P0605
Definition
Internal control module read only memory error
or
(ROM)
Explanation
Failed ECM
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-09-2015, 05:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 875
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Question Why does my "Low Gas Light" indicator stay on?

I just filled up my 1998 Boxster but the "Low Gas Light" indicator is still on --- even after restarting the car a few times.

Any advice would be appreciated.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-13-2015, 04:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,340
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Yes, just a little --- sorry, bro.

Yes, just a little --- sorry, bro.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-12-2015, 11:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,340
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Four spoke steering wheel colored crest availability ??

I have not found a part supplier who offers a four-spoke steering wheel air bag cover replacement with colored Porsche crest (similar to the three-spoke steering wheel).

Is there any good...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-05-2015, 05:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 792
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Base 986 Caliper Reconditioning (and Painting)

Any recommendations for base 986 caliper reconditioning (seals, etc.)? I'd also like them painted if possible (I realize they sell kits but would prefer the powder-coating).

Thanks in advance for...
Forum: Boxster Racing Forum 11-12-2014, 05:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,031
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Euro ROW M030 or Bilstein PSS9 suspension upgrade ?

Forgive my ignorance but I'm confused on how to compare the two suspension upgrades. I had the initial impression the preferred 986 suspension upgrade was the Euro ROW M030, however, I've also read...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-10-2014, 03:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 961
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Any value to old 986 exhaust, headers and cats?

I had FabSpeed install new race exhaust, headers and cats (along with cold air intake) on my 1998 986. Is there any value to the old parts?

Thank you,
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-04-2014, 04:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 999
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Thanks for the comments. I wonder if it's more...

Thanks for the comments. I wonder if it's more noticeable on the base model versus the S.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-03-2014, 03:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 999
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Anyone try SoftronicSoftware on their 986 ??

Has anyone tried SofttronicSoftware? They promise to add 15 hp, which I believe would be more noticeable on a base 986.

Porsche 986 Boxster Performance Software Tuning Flash...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-22-2014, 01:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,281
Posted By SvenskaPoika
No need for IMS upgrade on 1998 base Boxster?

After reading and re-reading the various threads, it appears my 1998 base model Boxster (made 11/97 in Finland) with 73k miles has a double row engine, which is less prone to IMS failure (apparently...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-07-2014, 06:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 784
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Will 2003 side air vent grills fit on 1998 ?

I found some salvaged 2003 side air vent grills and was considering buying them for my 1998 base model to upgrade the look.

Will they fit?

Thanks in advance for your response.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-04-2013, 04:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,904
Posted By SvenskaPoika
Repainting Front Hood and Fender Advice

I have a 1998 base Boxster in good condition, which recently had it's front bumper dented by someone with a trailer hitch. Although the damage is minor, the estimate to repair (from a Washington, DC...
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