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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-29-2011, 09:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,504
Posted By rcracer_tx
Crazy, I was looking at doing the Factory Five...

Crazy, I was looking at doing the Factory Five GTM supercar not too long ago and they were working with Mendeola to replace using the g50 tranny in there build. I somehow I lost the connection when I...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-27-2011, 10:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,504
Posted By rcracer_tx
No problem, hopefully everyone on the forum is...

No problem, hopefully everyone on the forum is here to learn like I am... Everyone adds there experience and it allows a person to learn from others mistakes and make sure that don't fall prey to the...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-27-2011, 10:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,504
Posted By rcracer_tx
Yeah, I'm very familiar with FD's, infact I used...

Yeah, I'm very familiar with FD's, infact I used to work for a rotary shop. I absolutely love the rotary engine, but want a more "refined" feeling/looking chassis. the 986 interior is top notch, and...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-24-2011, 12:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,504
Posted By rcracer_tx
Yeah, I've heard too many horror stories with...

Yeah, I've heard too many horror stories with there garbage "rebuilt" engines.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-21-2011, 03:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,504
Posted By rcracer_tx
Has nobody made enough power on the Boxster S to...

Has nobody made enough power on the Boxster S to need a stronger/ built tranny?


I would have thought somebody would have turbocharged/ supercharged an LN/Flat 6 rebuild by now. From what I have...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-18-2011, 04:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,504
Posted By rcracer_tx
Then that might work out perfect... I won't need...

Then that might work out perfect... I won't need a core for exchange or anything, so selling the engine in the car would cut a little bit of cost for the project and keep the engine from ending up...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-18-2011, 02:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,504
Posted By rcracer_tx
Thanks, throughout my research they seem to keep...

Thanks, throughout my research they seem to keep popping up, they seem to supply a lot of transmissions to people with kit cars, so hopefully they will be able to shed some light on building a...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-17-2011, 08:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,504
Posted By rcracer_tx
Considering high HP rotary swap, need advice on transmission options...

Hello,

Ive been looking at doing a LN engineering/flat 6 innovations 4 liter swap, but after looking at dollar to HP ratio Ive decided that swapping the engine might be a better idea. I have been...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-14-2010, 10:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,893
Posted By rcracer_tx
I'm curious, how long would I expect the engine...

I'm curious, how long would I expect the engine to last? I can deal with having to rebuild it every 35k+ miles, but 15-20k miles really wouldn't be feasible for street usage.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-13-2010, 10:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,893
Posted By rcracer_tx
I understand it is a track only engine, but I...

I understand it is a track only engine, but I know plenty of people at the testing centers, and the car will more than likely be registered in Oklahoma where there is no emissions testing ;)

My...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-12-2010, 06:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,893
Posted By rcracer_tx
Nah, I have a lawyer filing a federal lawsuit for...

Nah, I have a lawyer filing a federal lawsuit for breach of contract because of not honoring their warranty. Its similar to most lemon laws, but it has some advantages. I have a "software fix" for my...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-12-2010, 04:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,893
Posted By rcracer_tx
Yeah, I thinking a built block is better than an...

Yeah, I thinking a built block is better than an engine swap at the moment, but I am not sure. Look forward to hearing your input.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-12-2010, 08:46 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,893
Posted By rcracer_tx
My car has been in the shop for over 60 days for...

My car has been in the shop for over 60 days for various problems. The waste-gates on the car rattle, the windows automatically go down when you try to put them up, the ipod cable has gone bad three...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-11-2010, 10:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,893
Posted By rcracer_tx
How much is a 997s engine and electronics? As...

How much is a 997s engine and electronics? As far as brakes, i would do pads and brake fluid, which seems to be very effective on the forum it seems?
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-10-2010, 04:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,893
Posted By rcracer_tx
Thanks for the reply. I really would never...

Thanks for the reply.

I really would never consider a "bastard child" car with another manufactures motor. I can push the budget to 40k for the car, and I figure if I spend 15k on a 03-04 boxster...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-10-2010, 02:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,893
Posted By rcracer_tx
Looking at getting another Boxster S, need advice on performance upgrades

Hello,

I'm looking into getting another 986 Boxster S after trading in my last 550 edition for a new 135i. Unfortunately BMW is a POS and the factory will never fix known problems so I am in the...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 05-21-2009, 10:50 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,151
Posted By rcracer_tx
FS: OEM Speed Yellow speedster humps

I have a set of Speed Yellow Speedster humps for sale. I sold my 04' Boxster S so I have no use for them anymore.They are in great condition come with the bags. Never got around to painting them CGT...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 05-21-2009, 10:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,367
Posted By rcracer_tx
I have a set for sale that are yellow. Send me an...

I have a set for sale that are yellow. Send me an offer :cheers:
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 12-03-2007, 03:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,109
Posted By rcracer_tx
WTB: factory speedster humps

I am interested in buying a set of factory speedster humps for an 04 boxster with all mounting hardware. Any color is ok as I know i will not find a set in GT metallic.

Please pm me or email me at...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 12-03-2007, 01:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,592
Posted By rcracer_tx
What is your contact info? Is $550 including...

What is your contact info? Is $550 including shipping?
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-19-2007, 07:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,041
Posted By rcracer_tx
I would like to know this also. :confused:

I would like to know this also. :confused:
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-02-2007, 11:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,440
Posted By rcracer_tx
The dealer even told be that they thought the...

The dealer even told be that they thought the Porsche a.g. would approve it as they implied that it was a manufacturing defect. If i would have known that this warranty was worthless, i would have...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-02-2007, 08:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,440
Posted By rcracer_tx
What really bugs me is that the reason they will...

What really bugs me is that the reason they will not replace them under warranty is that I am the second owner of the car. I pushed them until they are sending a written document stating that the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-02-2007, 03:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,440
Posted By rcracer_tx
The problem is NOT in the amount of wear, but...

The problem is NOT in the amount of wear, but rather a defect caused them to warp. I'm gonna fight this one to where it will be worth it for them to just replace them. With this expensive of a car,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-02-2007, 01:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,440
Posted By rcracer_tx
I would, but unfortunately he has since sold the...

I would, but unfortunately he has since sold the Boxster. I defiantly will not be putting Hundreds of dollars in rotors into a $65k+ sports car with 14k miles. They are sending me the reasons in...
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