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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

10-27-2020, 01:38 PM

Replies: 8

Please help me with snow tire size options?

Views: 2,143

Posted By jimmythemufflers

I finally pulled the trigger and bought a set of...

I finally pulled the trigger and bought a set of continental viking contacts on tirerack. 205/50 fronts and 225/45 in the back. I appreciate the replys, I think I am finally learning about tire size,...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

10-18-2020, 08:38 AM

Replies: 8

Please help me with snow tire size options?

Views: 2,143

Posted By jimmythemufflers

I think a bigger diameter would be a good thing...

I think a bigger diameter would be a good thing to give a little extra ground clearance in the snow. Taller and narrower if it'll fit.

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

10-18-2020, 08:18 AM

Replies: 8

Please help me with snow tire size options?

Views: 2,143

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Thank you, I'll get back on tirerack and see what...

Thank you, I'll get back on tirerack and see what the options are on those sizes. Thank you I appreciate it. The boxster is balanced front and back pretty even so with some weight in the back trunk...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

10-14-2020, 03:45 PM

Replies: 8

Please help me with snow tire size options?

Views: 2,143

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Please help me with snow tire size options?

Hey all, please help me out here, I am looking for advice on what the smallest/narrowest tires I can fit on the stock 17" wheels. I am shopping for snow tires for my DD 2003 S.

There are a decent...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

09-18-2020, 10:22 PM

Replies: 0

Do we clean the gas tank when replacing sending unit?

Views: 586

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Do we clean the gas tank when replacing sending unit?

Hello, so I got a strong gasoline smell coming from the inside of the car that has gotten worse over the past month. I took out the battery and tray and there is a puddle pooling on top of the s...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

05-10-2019, 11:29 AM

Replies: 8

Coil pack reccomendations?

Views: 1,285

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Thanks for all the feedback. I went with these ...

Thanks for all the feedback. I went with these
Part# 997-602-107-02-M47 from pelican. I like saving money but it doesnt look like I should try with this. Thanks y'all

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

05-02-2019, 07:08 AM

Replies: 8

Coil pack reccomendations?

Views: 1,285

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Coil pack reccomendations?

Hello all, last week I replaced the pads and rotors as well as changed the oil. The oil filter wasnt tight or the oring failed so I was leaking oil. I got some degreaser and a hose and cleaned...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

04-22-2016, 08:44 AM

Replies: 20

Why buy a cold air intake?

Views: 6,498

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Markus, do I sense a bit of sarcasm? I know I...

Markus, do I sense a bit of sarcasm? I know I have a nice sports car. I know it's not a race car but it is a fun car that I love to drive. I am a blue collar 34 year old with 4 kids, 2 cats, a dog...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

04-10-2016, 06:55 PM

Replies: 35

What non S brakes do you have

Views: 3,316

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Are drilled rotors really better? I dont want to...

Are drilled rotors really better? I dont want to start a debate here but i dont get it

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

04-09-2016, 08:39 PM

Replies: 35

What non S brakes do you have

Views: 3,316

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Thanks for sharing info about your brakes. ...

Thanks for sharing info about your brakes.

After the tires, brakes, engine oil & brake fluid change I still won't be near $2,000. 2015 set me back $160 for 2 oil changes. 2014 $500ish for oil...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

04-06-2016, 06:01 PM

Replies: 35

What non S brakes do you have

Views: 3,316

Posted By jimmythemufflers

This is the least expensive one I found. ...

This is the least expensive one I found.

http://pages.ebay.com/motors/link/?nav=item.view&id=281922492225&alt=web

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

04-05-2016, 06:16 PM

Replies: 35

What non S brakes do you have

Views: 3,316

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Thats how I feel. I wanna try the less expensive...

Thats how I feel. I wanna try the less expensive stuff but I feel like Im breaking some sort of porsche owners rules. If you did the work yourself even if you had to redo it every year its still...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

04-05-2016, 06:12 PM

Replies: 35

What non S brakes do you have

Views: 3,316

Posted By jimmythemufflers

I'll go check out meyle rotors. I love a good...

I'll go check out meyle rotors. I love a good deal however I know just because it costs more doesnt mean its any better. I also dont mind paying more if need be. Those ebay ones were by far the least...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

04-04-2016, 09:51 PM

Replies: 35

What non S brakes do you have

Views: 3,316

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Ebc seems to be the winner for pads. I've got my...

Ebc seems to be the winner for pads. I've got my eye on Zimmerman rotors, drilled and slotted rotors look cool but I gather they aren't any better. If anything slotted will give more bite however I...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

04-01-2016, 06:44 AM

Replies: 35

What non S brakes do you have

Views: 3,316

Posted By jimmythemufflers

What non S brakes do you have

I just put my summer wheels & tires on and noticed quite a few heat checks on the rotors. Normally this wouldnt concern me however the rotors are 13 years old and some of the cracks go to the edge of...

Forum: DIY Project Guides

03-27-2016, 03:55 AM

Replies: 10

anybody try the pelican ims retrofit kit?

Views: 3,507

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Oh crap, I started an ims debate didn't I? Well,...

Oh crap, I started an ims debate didn't I? Well, I am cheap! If I can save money doing something I will which is why I asked. I would take the car in to get it done and if the LN retro fit is...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

03-27-2016, 03:33 AM

Replies: 11

986 straight pipe

Views: 2,825

Posted By jimmythemufflers

I would like to use your cutlery analogy if I...

I would like to use your cutlery analogy if I may...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

03-27-2016, 03:29 AM

Replies: 11

986 straight pipe

Views: 2,825

Posted By jimmythemufflers

I have stock exhaust with an after market...

I have stock exhaust with an after market muffler, nothing high end but I am very happy with the sound. It has a low growl at idle and sounds mean when you get on it. I have been thinking about the...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

03-23-2016, 10:24 AM

Replies: 5

Stereo Losing Radio Reception

Views: 1,519

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Bought my 2003 3 years ago with no stereo at all,...

Bought my 2003 3 years ago with no stereo at all, just a hole in the dash. The dealer was going to order a new one from porsche however I made a deal that I'll pick out an after market one much...

Forum: DIY Project Guides

03-22-2016, 02:39 PM

Replies: 10

anybody try the pelican ims retrofit kit?

Views: 3,507

Posted By jimmythemufflers

sorry bout that, here it is Pelican...

sorry bout that, here it is

Pelican Parts.com - Pelican Parts IMS Bearing Retrofit Kit (http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/shopcart/986M/POR_986M_UPG996_pg2.htm)

Forum: DIY Project Guides

03-21-2016, 03:27 PM

Replies: 10

anybody try the pelican ims retrofit kit?

Views: 3,507

Posted By jimmythemufflers

anybody try the pelican ims retrofit kit?

I know you typically get what you pay for so what do you all think of this? I am not due for a clutch but its so much less expensive and might be worth the peace of mind what do you all think??? $165...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

03-21-2016, 02:40 PM

Replies: 20

Why buy a cold air intake?

Views: 6,498

Posted By jimmythemufflers

The number of exhaust systems is overwhelming....

The number of exhaust systems is overwhelming. Especially when they all look the same! Next on the list are the cat bypass mid pipes. Too many good reviews and for the price, it cant be beat!

I...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

01-22-2016, 09:45 AM

Replies: 20

Why buy a cold air intake?

Views: 6,498

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Why buy a cold air intake?

I have a 2003 base with 20,000 miles in pretty good condition. Just to clarify, Im happy with the car and am very aware its not a race car I am just looking for a little more noise not power. I put a...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-21-2015, 11:40 PM

Replies: 11

anyone have this subwoofer box?

Views: 1,587

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Ear buds. Although real nice one, im not a big...

Ear buds. Although real nice one, im not a big fan. Those are some pretty good ones!
That kicker box i actually looked at and looked for a place to put it. Funny how i didnt think of the same set...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-20-2015, 10:21 PM

Replies: 11

anyone have this subwoofer box?

Views: 1,587

Posted By jimmythemufflers

Not sure if anyone cares about my post here but...

Not sure if anyone cares about my post here but I found a box on ebay, its the floor mounted one loaded with a 10" sub. $130 including shipping. Not the one I wanted but it was too good a deal to...

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