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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-01-2025, 08:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 613
Posted By madtown986
I have a Numeric shifter and it's great. It's got...

I have a Numeric shifter and it's great. It's got three options for how short you want to go with it. I liked that it replaces the entire thing and isn't just a new stick you install in the same...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-24-2025, 01:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 804
Posted By madtown986
engine mounts are notorious for rotting away and...

engine mounts are notorious for rotting away and the replacements are a better design. I wouldn't be surprised if the suspension bushings are dry/cracked too. Sorting either of those can smooth...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-24-2025, 01:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 498
Posted By madtown986
What size QuickJack best fits a 986? My other...

What size QuickJack best fits a 986? My other cars are a MINI Cooper and a Hyundai Santa Fe. I don't really need to lift the Hyundai. I figure whatever can lift a boxster can lift a MINI.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-14-2025, 12:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 940
Posted By madtown986
Not sure if these links help or hurt. Hopefully...

Not sure if these links help or hurt. Hopefully they help.

https://wiringdiagram.2bitboer.com/porsche-boxster-radio-wiring-diagram/
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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-13-2025, 01:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,156
Posted By madtown986
I will add for those that find this thread later,...

I will add for those that find this thread later, I did NOT find the glass window worth the extra money when I replaced my top. I should have stuck with plastic window.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-13-2025, 01:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 386
Posted By madtown986
Metra makes the fascia kit and wiring harnesses. ...

Metra makes the fascia kit and wiring harnesses. You can get those on Amazon if you can't get them from Crutchfield. This site might be helpful:...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-13-2025, 01:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,569
Posted By madtown986
All I can say is 2nd and 3rd are a little clumsy...

All I can say is 2nd and 3rd are a little clumsy for me too until things are warmed up. It's ok but not great after that. I installed a Numeric Racing shifter and it's still that way. Better than it...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-12-2024, 08:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 759
Posted By madtown986
The other side looks good and the top does go up...

The other side looks good and the top does go up and down with just one side attached. The problem is the one I am replacing keeps popping off. I also noticed both pushrods are getting scraped up...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-12-2024, 08:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 759
Posted By madtown986
i think it is aluminum. It's very stiff and not...

i think it is aluminum. It's very stiff and not very bendable. This repair is giving me fits though. The new arm keeps popping off. At least it's not breaking.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-01-2024, 11:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 570
Posted By madtown986
There are some top mods out there that involve...

There are some top mods out there that involve jumping pins on that relay. Maybe one of those will help. A new relay is $250. A smart top relay is $500.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-01-2024, 11:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 750
Posted By madtown986
size-wise, it looks like it could be a piece of...

size-wise, it looks like it could be a piece of the weather seal on the back edge of the top.
https://www.pelicanparts.com/More_Info/98656139301.htm
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-01-2024, 11:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 759
Posted By madtown986
Convertible top pushrod bushing

I just learned this the hard (expensive) way and hopefully this can help out anyone else that runs into this so you can avoid my mistake.

I recently had one of the caps break (for the thire time...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-01-2024, 10:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 704
Posted By madtown986
I don't think later years have a microswitch by...

I don't think later years have a microswitch by the motor like that. What year is your car?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-24-2024, 07:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 800
Posted By madtown986
I really appreciate the input everyone. Thank...

I really appreciate the input everyone. Thank you!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-21-2024, 07:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 800
Posted By madtown986
That's a good point. My wife and daughter both...

That's a good point. My wife and daughter both have MINIs. My wife has "fuel saver" tires on her her car and has a much harsher ride compared to my daughter's car. I was already eyeing tire...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-21-2024, 06:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 800
Posted By madtown986
Suspension. Sacreligious Question

I know this will not be a popular request. But I am looking to soften up the suspension a little on my 2002 Boxster S. I don't take it to the track or run autocross or anything. It's a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-21-2024, 05:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 506
Posted By madtown986
I had a weak start/no start on mine and it turned...

I had a weak start/no start on mine and it turned out the battery was 10 years old even though it looked new.

The ground strap can be a common issue if it gets corroded. I think there is one by...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-17-2024, 09:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,247
Posted By madtown986
I tried installing one of the Amazon short...

I tried installing one of the Amazon short shifters and it was a giant fail. The bushings they included were not the right size and i couldn't attach the clips. Of course by then I had destroyed my...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-17-2024, 07:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 565
Posted By madtown986
AOS warning signs?

I have a 2002 Boxster S with 28k miles on it. I've had it about a year. I noticed lately when I go out of town and/or it sits for about a week or so, I get a moderate puff of white smoke when it...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-15-2023, 04:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,333
Posted By madtown986
I know this is a super old thread. But did you...

I know this is a super old thread. But did you ever find a match on this? Looking for the same.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-27-2023, 05:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,415
Posted By madtown986
There’s a pelican parts article about swapping...

There’s a pelican parts article about swapping the cluster with a 996 cluster. It is easy to follow. But after removing all the screws, pull it straight up to remove it from the clips holding it to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-26-2023, 03:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,407
Posted By madtown986
I’m curious is you have the transponder pill in...

I’m curious is you have the transponder pill in your key or if it’s duct taped under your dash somewhere. If so, you might be able to sort out keys without reprogramming.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-23-2023, 11:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,415
Posted By madtown986
Taking out the instrument cluster isn't overly...

Taking out the instrument cluster isn't overly tough. You could try removing it and checking/reseating the connections in the back. Maybe some more wires not holding up?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-19-2023, 12:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,320
Posted By madtown986
I am really hoping someone can recommend a...

I am really hoping someone can recommend a quality plug that looks near-factory. Amazon is full of cheap ones that I don't think look all that great.

I did use the Metra adapter. It was a super...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-13-2023, 01:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,320
Posted By madtown986
Where to put USB Ports

I recently installed an ATOTO Android based head unit. Great little device. Super happy with it. But I can't figure out what to do with the USB cables plugged into the back of it. At the moment,...
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