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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-08-2021, 10:19 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,140
Posted By Grim1ock77
I would pull out and look at your dash speakers...

I would pull out and look at your dash speakers to see if they are in good shape. Depending on the year; the foam surrounds disintegrate making them sound terrible. There are several tutorials for...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-07-2021, 04:37 PM
Replies: 6,710
Views: 1,220,290
Posted By Grim1ock77
The originals are 6 ohm wired in parallel (which...

The originals are 6 ohm wired in parallel (which takes the load town to 3 ohm) from what I could tell. I was more comfortable replacing the two 6 ohm speakers with two 8 ohm as that takes the load...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-07-2021, 05:47 AM
Replies: 6,710
Views: 1,220,290
Posted By Grim1ock77
Link for FaitalPro 3FE25 speakers

https://www.parts-express.com/FaitalPRO-3FE25-3-Professional-Woofer-8-Ohm-294-1104
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-06-2021, 10:49 AM
Replies: 6,710
Views: 1,220,290
Posted By Grim1ock77
Replaced the rear deck speakers

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02/20210405_210003582_iOS1617734623.jpg

Old original speakers were worn out and decaying.
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Forum: New Member Introductions 02-24-2021, 08:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 548
Posted By Grim1ock77
Look for posts about replacing the ignition...

Look for posts about replacing the ignition switch (electric part only). This is a common failure. It is not expensive to replace yourself but it is a bit of a pain to replace due to its location.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-11-2019, 01:11 PM
Replies: 6,710
Views: 1,220,290
Posted By Grim1ock77
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http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02/Black_Boxster1570828186.jpg

Completed this summer, added stripes to my boxster to mimic the Cayman Design Edition 1.
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 09-22-2019, 01:29 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 128,305
Posted By Grim1ock77
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http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02/Black_Boxster1569187556.jpg

I added some "Porsche Design" racing stripes to my boxster this summer. These are modeled off the Cayman Edition 1 center triple...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-01-2019, 12:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,212
Posted By Grim1ock77
They are ok, not as good as OEM but a fraction of...

They are ok, not as good as OEM but a fraction of the price. They used to be all over ebay a few years ago but Porsche has forced them off. I would give them a 2-3 year lifespan before needing...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-31-2019, 08:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,212
Posted By Grim1ock77
I purchased two sets from RhinoTuning a year ago...

I purchased two sets from RhinoTuning a year ago and got 60mm inside and 77mm outside and they worked great on my 99 (should be the same as yours)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-23-2019, 07:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,473
Posted By Grim1ock77
I got some replacements caps with logo: Wholesale...

I got some replacements caps with logo: Wholesale PORSCHE Parts (http://www.rhinotuning.com/c/porsche-parts_0744)

they ship from China. The first set I ordered was lost in shipping and they...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 01-26-2019, 09:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,078
Posted By Grim1ock77
Car Wizard from Hoovies Garage replaces rear trunk release cable on a 986

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dun9OLOO1Qo&t=2s

The start of the video is not great, its a goofy skit gag.

He discusses some common problems in boxsters and then goes into the repair.

I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-07-2018, 12:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 795
Posted By Grim1ock77
I used the same tool and was able to do this from...

I used the same tool and was able to do this from the top, it can be tricky to get the end just right on the clamp but it is possible.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-06-2018, 06:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 715
Posted By Grim1ock77
I would suggest replacing the clutch switch. I...

I would suggest replacing the clutch switch. I had the same issue when I purchased mine and that solved the problem. It not too hard to do.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-14-2018, 09:13 AM
Replies: 6,710
Views: 1,220,290
Posted By Grim1ock77
1st Cars and Coffee of the season

Parked next to a 911 Turbo and enjoyed all the cars (unfortunately not the best weather today so we stuck to the parking garage.
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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-20-2016, 12:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,682
Posted By Grim1ock77
Buy Porsche on this!!!!!

Don't make the same mistake I did. I got more inexpensive one and fought with it for over a year (would not seal around the vent, caps didn't fit right, and eventually it leaked) and I had to do the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-14-2016, 05:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,123
Posted By Grim1ock77
The switch is a very easy replacement. I found...

The switch is a very easy replacement. I found that when mine was acting up, i added a shim between it and the windshield frame and got it working again.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-29-2015, 02:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,207
Posted By Grim1ock77
I painted mine with G2 brush on caliper paint...

I painted mine with G2 brush on caliper paint http://www.amazon.com/Temperature-Leveling-G2-Caliper-System/dp/B000AUMYMM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1438207620&sr=8-1&keywords=g2+brake+caliper+paint+kit...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-17-2015, 11:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,878
Posted By Grim1ock77
Wedge cup holder

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/71TQEjaypAL._SL1500_.jpg

I use a seat wedge cup holder that works pretty well. It has a few downsides: 1. It takes up room on the passenger seat. 2. It is not...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-14-2015, 01:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 958
Posted By Grim1ock77
I feel your pain

I did this same thing. I purchased one from Amazon that did not work. I had tons of vapor off of it and the coolant kept boiling over. I finally broke down and ordered a genuine Porsche one from...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-09-2013, 06:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,218
Posted By Grim1ock77
Magneti Marelli Headlight Assembly

Anybody out there try this brand on their car or have experience with them? They are really aggressively priced on Amazon in comparison to the Bosch OEM set and I was thinking of using them to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-22-2013, 08:37 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,722
Posted By Grim1ock77
It is unfortunate they are unwilling to help you...

It is unfortunate they are unwilling to help you out with a general printout of work done as it is now your car.

It is true that they cannot look up information from other dealerships but it is...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-10-2013, 05:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,695
Posted By Grim1ock77
I am 6'1" and about 230 lbs and fit nicely in the...

I am 6'1" and about 230 lbs and fit nicely in the car. I do have the seat toward the back and at an incline that puts it right into the roll bar and against the back carpet. I don't have any problems...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-06-2013, 03:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,621
Posted By Grim1ock77
I have used it on my black box and it worked...

I have used it on my black box and it worked pretty good. I think the biggest benefit is that you don't get the little white streaks around door, trunk, and lights that sometimes become visible using...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-23-2013, 09:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,337
Posted By Grim1ock77
So far, the issue has not repeated itself. The...

So far, the issue has not repeated itself. The shop took 3 days to diagnose the issue because they weren't running it long enough. After I talked to the owner he finally got the car to repeat the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-21-2013, 03:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,374
Posted By Grim1ock77
I also use the duel cup holder tray from...

I also use the duel cup holder tray from autozone, works well and is inexpensive. The only downside is that it does take up some passenger space.

Another popular option is...
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