Go Back   986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners > Search Forums

Showing results 1 to 25 of 62
Search took 0.01 seconds.
Search: Posts Made By: Polaris
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-24-2019, 10:43 AM
Replies: 229
Views: 27,742
Posted By Polaris
I wanted to make a quick post here about my...

I wanted to make a quick post here about my interactions with David. I bought a LARGE ticket 986 item from him in March that turned out to not be usable.

Long story short, David stood behind...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 09-30-2018, 03:11 PM
Replies: 1,417
Views: 275,922
Posted By Polaris
Hey Woody, Do you have any Boxster S engines...

Hey Woody,

Do you have any Boxster S engines right now?
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-15-2017, 12:29 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 47,063
Posted By Polaris
Sorry about the broken link. I changed web...

Sorry about the broken link. I changed web servers and forgot to put the code page back up. Looks like you've got it sorted, though.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-21-2017, 10:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,585
Posted By Polaris
I installed my detent last Friday and my 2nd gear...

I installed my detent last Friday and my 2nd gear pop-out issue is completely gone. I only had the pop-out issue when the car was cold for about the first 1/4 mile of driving, and the issue only...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 09-16-2016, 07:53 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 47,063
Posted By Polaris
Everything is on the digital pins, and it should...

Everything is on the digital pins, and it should correspond to the same pin-out numbers even if they are in a different order.

Alternatively, all the pinouts are set up through constants, so you...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-10-2016, 01:06 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 47,063
Posted By Polaris
Arduino is still the same as it ever was, so no...

Arduino is still the same as it ever was, so no problem there. Just make sure you get one of the Atmel ATMega 328 based boards.
Forum: DIY Project Guides 03-07-2016, 10:01 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 47,063
Posted By Polaris
Yeah, I've not been spending very much time on...

Yeah, I've not been spending very much time on the forum.

I've been busy driving my Boxster and went back to school to get a BS in information systems while also working full time still.
Forum: DIY Project Guides 03-07-2016, 07:34 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 47,063
Posted By Polaris
I'm about to install a Pioneer double-din stereo...

I'm about to install a Pioneer double-din stereo that requires a double-pulse trigger to bypass the parking break lockout for changing audio settings (or playing DVDs while moving, which I don't care...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-19-2015, 09:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,072
Posted By Polaris
The plastic window is definitely under tension. ...

The plastic window is definitely under tension. The top would definitely change shape and would probably flap in the wind.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-23-2015, 02:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,622
Posted By Polaris
@Smallblock454 Yes, I have stock exhaust. ...

@Smallblock454

Yes, I have stock exhaust. It was not installed at the time I did the boots. It is not a very big job to remove the rear bumper and exhaust to access it all.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-22-2015, 10:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,622
Posted By Polaris
I did the inners and the outers no problem on my...

I did the inners and the outers no problem on my S. Take the Inner CV joint off, it's held on by a circlip. clean the axle off thoroughly, slide the outer boot all the way off over the axle, clean...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-24-2015, 05:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,024
Posted By Polaris
We are planning a trip that will take us from...

We are planning a trip that will take us from Oregon down the 101 through napa, then down to San Diego, then east to the Grand Canyon, Bryce, Zion, Carlsbad Caverns, and visit family and friends in...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-15-2014, 05:31 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,210
Posted By Polaris
Well crap. Three replies, three different...

Well crap. Three replies, three different answers.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-15-2014, 11:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,210
Posted By Polaris
LNE IMS Retrofit Sticker...where should it go?

I did the IMS Retrofit recently and I have kind of a silly question. Where should I put the serial number sticker? Door jam? Under front hood? Trunk? What is the convention on this...I don't see...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 09-26-2014, 01:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 26,873
Posted By Polaris
I get 1/16" to 1/8" gap after a couple good...

I get 1/16" to 1/8" gap after a couple good thwacks on the head of the bolt. I then pull the pulley/bolt completely out to get it out of the way.
Forum: DIY Project Guides 09-25-2014, 09:44 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 26,873
Posted By Polaris
The back side of the pulley side is a slip-fit...

The back side of the pulley side is a slip-fit threaded insert that clamps down on the mount when tightened. Loosen the pulley bolt 1/8-1/4 inch, then give it a few good thwacks with a hammer. Use...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-25-2014, 09:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 873
Posted By Polaris
The only real chance you've got is to just spray...

The only real chance you've got is to just spray the fire extinguisher directly into the passenger side air vent. The only thing in the way is a fan, otherwise it goes straight to the front/side of...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 09-24-2014, 01:16 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 63,450
Posted By Polaris
I just finished my engine swap on my 2001 S on...

I just finished my engine swap on my 2001 S on Monday, so it's fresh in my mind. If you run into anything and want any tips, feel free to send me a PM.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-31-2014, 09:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,742
Posted By Polaris
From another Oregonian, you WILL want the S for...

From another Oregonian, you WILL want the S for the extra passing ability going over Cascade/coastal range twisties.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-22-2014, 03:57 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,151
Posted By Polaris
My day was great! My replacement engine is on...

My day was great! My replacement engine is on its way today. Stupid IMS!
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 08-17-2014, 03:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,116
Posted By Polaris
I have this same lift. I HIGHLY recommend it. ...

I have this same lift. I HIGHLY recommend it. Who ever buys this will wonder why they didn't buy one sooner...I did.
Forum: DIY Project Guides 08-02-2014, 09:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,272
Posted By Polaris
I can't see that being hard to do, but I won't be...

I can't see that being hard to do, but I won't be able to work on anything like that any time soon. It's been a very sad week in my driveway. I did an oil change and found a sizable amount of small...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-27-2014, 04:43 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 47,063
Posted By Polaris
pBreak should be the same circuit as the other...

pBreak should be the same circuit as the other output pins and should wire to the non-grounded side of the parking break switch....which will probably be a pain in the butt to get to.

I had a...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-27-2014, 04:21 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 47,063
Posted By Polaris
Of course, like clockwork, the FTDI Friend just...

Of course, like clockwork, the FTDI Friend just showed up in the mail.
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-27-2014, 03:18 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 47,063
Posted By Polaris
Success!!! I found the correct final sketch,...

Success!!!

I found the correct final sketch, and I updated it to include a parking brake pin on pin 4.

I'm a little weary about the parking break pin simply because it doesn't require an extra...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 62

 
Forum Jump


All times are GMT -8. The time now is 09:03 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.7
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
Content Relevant URLs by vBSEO 3.6.0
Copyright 2024 Pelican Parts, LLC - Posts may be archived for display on the Pelican Parts Website -    DMCA Registered Agent Contact Page