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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-16-2007, 08:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,565
Posted By dcallas
Mechanic in Los Angeles

Hey everybody,

I'm looking for an introduction to a good mechanic in the Los Angeles area, ideally someone who specializes in Porsche (or at least German cars). There's nothing wrong with my car...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 04-10-2007, 10:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,183
Posted By dcallas
Do a search for spec.dock or 2point5. You will...

Do a search for spec.dock or 2point5. You will find pics of my install, which replaces the ashtray.
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 03-12-2007, 08:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,858
Posted By dcallas
Here's an update on the new GAHH top - also, I...

Here's an update on the new GAHH top - also, I wanted to answer a few questions people posted last week.

I finally put it down for the first time on Saturday, after the two-day waiting period. ...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 03-09-2007, 01:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,858
Posted By dcallas
No - $1,000 out of pocket, $400 from Porsche. ...

No - $1,000 out of pocket, $400 from Porsche. $1,400 all-in.
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 03-09-2007, 01:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,858
Posted By dcallas
The defroster bars do work. At some point,...

The defroster bars do work. At some point, Porsche started pre-wiring for rear defrost for people who bought hardtops. I never even noticed I had the switch until GAHH pointed it out to me - it had...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 03-09-2007, 01:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,858
Posted By dcallas
Sorry - meant to include that too. I paid $1,400...

Sorry - meant to include that too. I paid $1,400 all-in, and received $400 from my Porsche dealer, which was part of the deal when I bought it because the plastic window had a small tear in it at...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 03-09-2007, 12:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,858
Posted By dcallas
Got my GAHH Installed

No more karate chop!

I got my GAHH top w/ a glass rear window installed yesterday at the GAHH site in North Hollywood. Thought I'd share my thoughts and some pics.

The folks at GAHH are great...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-08-2007, 10:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,051
Posted By dcallas
Very similar to this GTI install: ...

Very similar to this GTI install:

http://www.tunertricks.com/blog/index.php?p=40
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-05-2007, 01:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,346
Posted By dcallas
I did the same mod, and it is very easy. I want...

I did the same mod, and it is very easy. I want to second what porsche986spyder said - using Goo Gone is key! You can get most of the lingering adhesive off with your finger, but GooGone will get...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-05-2007, 01:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,050
Posted By dcallas
I have XM and my iPod in my 986. Here's a...

I have XM and my iPod in my 986. Here's a description of my setup:

http://986forum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8630
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-23-2007, 03:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,551
Posted By dcallas
License Plate

Hey everybody,

Can somebody please let me know what I need to mount a front license plate on my 2002 986? As of now, I've only got two square holes up there. I imagine I need a combination of...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-23-2007, 01:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,162
Posted By dcallas
Those are great tips everybody - thank you. ...

Those are great tips everybody - thank you.

To answer the cost questions somebody asked, I am buying it and getting it instaleld at GAHH. They are charging me $1,431.78 for everything, with tax,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-22-2007, 04:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,162
Posted By dcallas
GAHH Top

I am getting my GAHH top (glass window) installed week-after-next at the GAHH headquarters in North Hollywood. I have read most of the posts about pros/cons, and it seems like people pretty much...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-22-2007, 04:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,871
Posted By dcallas
I have the exact same tear in the same spot. ...

I have the exact same tear in the same spot. It's not vandilism - it's a classic drop-the-top-with-no-karate-chop tear. I raised and lowered my top a few times before learning the necessity of the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-15-2007, 09:23 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,726
Posted By dcallas
I have a slightly different version of these...

I have a slightly different version of these posters up in my office. Great conversation starter:

http://i15.ebayimg.com/06/i/000/7b/0c/7666_1.JPG...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-07-2007, 08:21 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,035
Posted By dcallas
That seems to be the biggest drawback (money...

That seems to be the biggest drawback (money aside for the moment) - the fact that you can't simply pop it off if you want to convert back to the ragtop. It sounds like a 2-man, multi-hour job to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-06-2007, 02:00 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,035
Posted By dcallas
Zeintop Update

Hey everyone,

I've been following along the numerous discussions about the Zeintop (when they'll be available, how much, etc.). I noticed that several people inlcuded links to zeintec.com in...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-29-2007, 11:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,003
Posted By dcallas
My personal favorite is to start at...

My personal favorite is to start at Mullholland/PCH and head inland on Mullholland all the way to Sierra Creek, and then up to Kanan to get on the 101 and head home. Great combination of...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-23-2007, 02:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,287
Posted By dcallas
Looking for the mesh wind guards that go behind the seats

I recently had a buddy in the car riding shotgun who is 6'5", and he pushed the seat so far back that it popped out the mesh wind guard that goes behind the seat. I didn't notice it was gone until...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-12-2007, 09:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,132
Posted By dcallas
Aftermarket Nav System Questions

I'm interested in installing a 2-DIN nav system in my 02 986 (removing the cupholders and the head unit). I've found some threads that say a custom bezel is needed. Is this true? Is there an...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-12-2007, 09:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,184
Posted By dcallas
Looks like boggtown's got you covered, but if you...

Looks like boggtown's got you covered, but if you still need one, let me know.
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 01-12-2007, 09:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,451
Posted By dcallas
I've had one of these in my 986 for a few weeks...

I've had one of these in my 986 for a few weeks now, and I'm generally happy with it. I bought mine directly from Ultimate Cupholders (http://www.ultimatecupholders.com/), which might be a better...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 01-08-2007, 02:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 916
Posted By dcallas
I have the same concern (about attracting more...

I have the same concern (about attracting more attention). I also like the look of no plate, but I'm trying to cover up the holes up front. Do you guys use bumper plugs for those holes?
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 01-08-2007, 12:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 916
Posted By dcallas
Stuttgart License Plate - $44

My former roommate drove a VW Touareg and I noticed that she had a "euro" license plate replica on the front. She had it made with the same letters/numbers as her California plate to stick on the...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 01-07-2007, 02:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 725
Posted By dcallas
Installed my Short Throw Shifter

Installed a B&M Short Throw shifter today. I know there have already been plenty of posts about how to do it, so I won't go step by step (B&M's installation manual...
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