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Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-11-2022, 10:43 AM

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Lapis Blue Vinyl wrap

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Posted By woody3260

Lapis Blue Vinyl wrap

I was thinking about wrapping the interior door armrests (the ones that flip up and down) on my 2001 Lapis Blue Boxster. I already have the option where my center console is the same color as the...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-04-2021, 09:04 AM

Replies: 23

Odd problem with my 2001 986 base

Views: 2,617

Posted By woody3260

Brilliant. I didn't know that either. Thank you.

Brilliant. I didn't know that either. Thank you.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-04-2021, 08:52 AM

Replies: 23

Odd problem with my 2001 986 base

Views: 2,617

Posted By woody3260

Help me understand that better. Does one end of...

Help me understand that better. Does one end of the charger plug into a standard wall electrical outlet, and the other is attached directly the battery? If yes, how does a cig lighter in the car...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-04-2021, 08:27 AM

Replies: 7

16" rims vs. 17" rims

Views: 1,939

Posted By woody3260

@Boxstard - thank you for the response. I like...

@Boxstard - thank you for the response. I like your advice, as that is what I decided to do. The proposed switch was being suggested only for cosmetic reasons. The 17" wheels were also locally...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-04-2021, 08:24 AM

Replies: 23

Odd problem with my 2001 986 base

Views: 2,617

Posted By woody3260

Thanks to everyone who responded! I added...

Thanks to everyone who responded!

I added this tender to my Xmas list. Wife is always looking for stuff like this to get me for Xmas. I figure with a brand new AGM battery, it will be fine until...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-03-2021, 03:50 AM

Replies: 7

16" rims vs. 17" rims

Views: 1,939

Posted By woody3260

16" rims vs. 17" rims

My 2001 base Boxster has 16" rims. Honestly, it's all I know, but I can't imagine the car driving any smoother or better. It's fantastic. That said, I have an opportunity to acquire a set of 17"...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-02-2021, 02:15 PM

Replies: 23

Odd problem with my 2001 986 base

Views: 2,617

Posted By woody3260

One more question - would a brand new AGM battery...

One more question - would a brand new AGM battery require a trickle charger this winter for longer periods of time when the car isn't driven?

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-02-2021, 02:12 PM

Replies: 23

Odd problem with my 2001 986 base

Views: 2,617

Posted By woody3260

@JFP in PA - Just installed it. Took me...

@JFP in PA - Just installed it. Took me literally less than 10 mins. The car is completely back to normal. In fact, it started up much quicker and stronger than before. I guess the old battery...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-02-2021, 01:35 PM

Replies: 23

Odd problem with my 2001 986 base

Views: 2,617

Posted By woody3260

@clickman - An AGM battery, as I learned today,...

@clickman - An AGM battery, as I learned today, is just basically a more sophisticated, upgraded battery than standard car batteries. From Google: "AGM or Absorbent Glass Mat is an advanced...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-02-2021, 07:28 AM

Replies: 23

Odd problem with my 2001 986 base

Views: 2,617

Posted By woody3260

@JFP in PA - AAA was just here and said the same...

@JFP in PA - AAA was just here and said the same exact thing as you - so thanks. He got the car to start, but the battery is bad he said. Needs replacing. He offered to replace it, but recommended...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-02-2021, 06:07 AM

Replies: 23

Odd problem with my 2001 986 base

Views: 2,617

Posted By woody3260

@JFP in PA - thanks. Would you have any...

@JFP in PA - thanks. Would you have any experience with using AAA service to come and replace the battery? The car is dead in my garage, so I was thinking of calling them.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-02-2021, 05:26 AM

Replies: 23

Odd problem with my 2001 986 base

Views: 2,617

Posted By woody3260

Odd problem with my 2001 986 base

My Boxster wouldn't start this morning. Been about 10 days since I drove it last. front hood opens electronically no problem. When the ignition key is turned, there is clicking, and lights on dash...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

05-26-2021, 05:37 AM

Replies: 14

Would you really pay 9k for an 00 base?

Views: 2,007

Posted By woody3260

I am in the mid-Atlantic region of the US. I...

I am in the mid-Atlantic region of the US. I bought a base 01 last month, from a local dealership. Its service history documentation was just OK (not great). But I was able to drive it about 50...

Forum: New Member Introductions

04-24-2021, 09:55 AM

Replies: 5

First Porsche!

Views: 1,192

Posted By woody3260

Hi and welcome. My story is very similar, which...

Hi and welcome. My story is very similar, which is why I am responding. I looked for months, and found several 986's I liked but they were too far away. Then, a 2001 Base Boxster appeared locally...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-19-2021, 12:08 PM

Replies: 6

Valve Cover Gasket - supposed leak - Do I need to address??

Views: 1,832

Posted By woody3260

Valve Cover Gasket - supposed leak - Do I need to address??

I own a 2001 Base Boxster. 76k miles. Car is running beautifully - knock on wood.

However, during a routine oil change last week, my mechanic informed me that he noticed that my Valve cover...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-16-2021, 03:09 PM

Replies: 42

Oil change at trusted mechanic vs. Dealership

Views: 6,852

Posted By woody3260

Wanted to update everyone. The quote over the...

Wanted to update everyone. The quote over the phone was a little low. I got it done today and the final tally came to $142. He said he forgot the Porsche engines take 9 quarts of oil. So there ya...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-14-2021, 09:25 AM

Replies: 2

Subwoofer suggestion for 2001 base Boxster

Views: 922

Posted By woody3260

Subwoofer suggestion for 2001 base Boxster

Looking for a simple, basic but good subwoofer to install behind passenger seat. Previous owner took the old unit with him when he sold the car. So it is pre-wired, just waiting for a new unit. ...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-14-2021, 07:23 AM

Replies: 42

Oil change at trusted mechanic vs. Dealership

Views: 6,852

Posted By woody3260

thanks

Excellent helpful feedback everyone. Thank you!!

I actually already purchased an approved replacement filter, o-ring and crush washer that I intend to give to him just to ensure he uses the...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-13-2021, 09:26 AM

Replies: 42

Oil change at trusted mechanic vs. Dealership

Views: 6,852

Posted By woody3260

Oil change at trusted mechanic vs. Dealership

I'm a brand new Porsche Boxster 986 owner (2001 Base, 76k miles). Apologies if this question has been asked a million times before.

I want to get the car's oil changed for a fresh start. Local...

Forum: New Member Introductions

04-11-2021, 08:23 AM

Replies: 1

Childhood dream attained

Views: 932

Posted By woody3260

Childhood dream attained

Apologies in advance for longer post.

My father is a car enthusiast, and growing up I watched him purchase and sell several two-seater convertibles that he would drive only in good weather and...

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