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Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 04-02-2018, 11:31 AM
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Views: 805
Posted By neilw
FS: SOLD -- New Coverking Coverbond-4 Outdoor Car Cover for 986

SOLD

I ordered this for my 986 but sold the car before opening and using it. This Coverking car cover is new and has never been opened or used. This is their Coverbond-4 model that has 4 layers....
Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 02-24-2018, 01:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,318
Posted By neilw
Updated information.

Updated information.
Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 02-08-2018, 01:50 PM
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Views: 2,318
Posted By neilw
Updated info.

Updated info.
Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 01-07-2018, 03:34 PM
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Views: 2,318
Posted By neilw
SOLD - 99 Boxster - Restored & Upgraded

***** SOLD *****

I searched for, found and bought this specific, excellent-condition, 2-owner 1999 Boxster 986 (Base, Tiptronic) a year ago based on the car’s excellent ownership background,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-27-2017, 01:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,267
Posted By neilw
UPDATE: Did my first freeway long drive last week...

UPDATE: Did my first freeway long drive last week (including gridlock in LA) and did notice a marked improvement in sound levels. No funny little rattles, strange noises, and much less wind. I should...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-20-2017, 03:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,267
Posted By neilw
For those not familiar with the Lotus Europa, I...

For those not familiar with the Lotus Europa, I saw one a few weeks ago at a local Brit car show. Back in the 70's, rated as the best handling car in the world. And it was kind of a predecessor to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-20-2017, 03:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,267
Posted By neilw
I'm not that tall, but sitting normally and...

I'm not that tall, but sitting normally and looking out the rearview mirror, you can only see the grill and bumpers of cars that are within 3-4 car lengths back. Can't see their windshield, etc. If I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-20-2017, 09:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,267
Posted By neilw
No, the retrofit tops with the glass window fit...

No, the retrofit tops with the glass window fit the normal 97+ frame. That said, the compromise is that the window is about half the height of the plastic window (since the plastic window folds in...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-17-2017, 03:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,267
Posted By neilw
Think it was about $500+ for the top, then $650...

Think it was about $500+ for the top, then $650 labor for a really great/experienced shop.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-17-2017, 11:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,267
Posted By neilw
My New Top -- '99 with Glass Window

Just got it installed. Used a GAHH/Sierra/AutoTopsDirect with the glass window option. First impressions are:

1) Looks good overall.

2) That said, looks a little odd since the rear window is...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 11-03-2017, 10:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,354
Posted By neilw
Another...

Another pichttp://986forum.com/forums/uploads02/IMG_3281_small1509733774.jpg
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 11-03-2017, 10:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,354
Posted By neilw
Got the new wheels installed and really like...

Got the new wheels installed and really like them! Also went with a different tire, the General G-MAX AS05. I like the new tires much better as well. Looks like everything fits fine. No problems...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-31-2017, 11:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,354
Posted By neilw
WOW! THANKS! Yes, exactly same wheels! And I just...

WOW! THANKS! Yes, exactly same wheels! And I just picked up red caliper paint to redo my black calipers, so will have the same look! Thanks for posting the pictures. Exactly the look I'm going for....
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-31-2017, 10:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,354
Posted By neilw
Please confirm Wheel and Tire Upgrade sizes

I've done numerous searches on here, but not found 100% confirmation of what I'm doing with upgraded wheels and tires. Hopefully someone can clarify/confirm I'm ok on this.

I have a '99 Base...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 01-09-2017, 09:51 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 48,977
Posted By neilw
If you pull the fog light switch on, nothing...

If you pull the fog light switch on, nothing happens since the "fog lights" are already on. Note that the DRL do go off when you switch on the brights.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-23-2016, 09:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,362
Posted By neilw
While I drive mostly in the city and freeways, I...

While I drive mostly in the city and freeways, I used to use my fog lights 100% of the time for the extra brightness on my '99. The DRL hack using the LED's does change things. The LED bulbs are not...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 12-20-2016, 02:04 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 48,977
Posted By neilw
In some people's opinion, the LEDs look more...

In some people's opinion, the LEDs look more modern and may be seen better in the daytime. Also no need to worry about burning out, unless the LED's are poor quality to start with.

There are...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 12-02-2016, 07:32 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 48,977
Posted By neilw
Here's the finished look using LED's with the...

Here's the finished look using LED's with the parking lights on.

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02/Daytime_Running_Lights1480739514.jpg
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-30-2016, 03:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,362
Posted By neilw
Picture of the lights working

Thanks for the pictures, made it easy to do. Got the LED's on Amazon (as recommended) and wrestled them in. Here's the finished product with parking lights on. Work as described. Go off with high...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 11-25-2016, 05:27 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 48,977
Posted By neilw
Just picked up my 1999 Boxster and like the idea...

Just picked up my 1999 Boxster and like the idea of the drl's in the fog lights. The Radio shack part numbers provided by OP are no longer listed, but I see autozone has fuse taps. Without pulling my...
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