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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 11-20-2011, 07:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,383
Posted By ChairmanRon
I hooked up my Duametric to run the same test and...

I hooked up my Duametric to run the same test and found that each time I start the car the cam 1 and 2 deviations change. They remain constant as the car is running, but they change each time I shut...
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-20-2011, 07:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,749
Posted By ChairmanRon
I have this same problem intermittently on the...

I have this same problem intermittently on the passenger side and believe it is caused by a fault in the regulator.

Cheers,
Ron
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-20-2011, 07:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,058
Posted By ChairmanRon
Bizarre: Cental locking problems solved by new key battery?

I experienced problems with central locking from the day I brought my 03 986 home two months ago. Weird problems like the alarm not setting (single horn beep), all kinds of error codes coming back...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-20-2011, 07:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,684
Posted By ChairmanRon
I beg to differ...I did the OBC hack WITHOUT the...

I beg to differ...I did the OBC hack WITHOUT the stalk, using just the single footwell switch option mounted into one of the blanks on the dash. The entire project was done in less than one hour and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-20-2011, 07:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,526
Posted By ChairmanRon
Designed by the same engineering team that...

Designed by the same engineering team that brought us the cup holders and IMS bearing.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-19-2011, 10:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 864
Posted By ChairmanRon
Weird electrical

Tonight my 03 986 appeared to be briefly possessed...

1. Turned on my HID headlights, then...

2. The battery light came on and stayed on...

3. One of the two HID headlights went out...

4....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-19-2011, 08:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,793
Posted By ChairmanRon
Worked great

The denatured alcohol worked great. Put it on a rag, rubbed it on, and in about 30 seconds it starts coming apart. About 3 minutes of rubbing later, and it's gone. No damage to either the visor or...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-19-2011, 05:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,700
Posted By ChairmanRon
Goo gone is safe on paint, I assume?

Goo gone is safe on paint, I assume?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-18-2011, 08:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,700
Posted By ChairmanRon
Yup, I saw that. I saw a post elsewhere that...

Yup, I saw that. I saw a post elsewhere that also suggested using an agent to loosen the adhesive first, but don't recall what was recommended.

PS: Love the Bentley manual.
Forum: DIY Project Guides 11-18-2011, 08:48 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,907
Posted By ChairmanRon
Serpentine belt replacement

I purchased my 03 986 with 80K on it, and the manual recommends replacing the belt at 60K. I figured the previous owner may not have done the replacement, so I opted to do it myself.

I was...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-18-2011, 08:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,700
Posted By ChairmanRon
Best aid for removing Boxster badge (to install new one)

The WD-40 thread in this group prompted me to ask this question: what would be the best liquid to apply around the Boxster emblem to help remove it so I can install my cool new chrome-ish one?

The...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-17-2011, 06:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,793
Posted By ChairmanRon
Laquer thinner or denatured alcohol to remove airbag stickers?

I picked up both Denatured Alcohol and Lacquer Thinner to remove the silly airbag stickers on the visor. Which is better?

"Better" is defined as: will most quickly remove the sticker AND do no...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 11-14-2011, 10:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,032
Posted By ChairmanRon
I got mine for the appearance, not for any "stone...

I got mine for the appearance, not for any "stone guard" effect. It gives the Boxster an edgier appearance IMHO. Compared with the 987, the 986 side vents look tame, and these give it a bit of a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-11-2011, 02:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,221
Posted By ChairmanRon
I installed an HID kit on my 03 986 shortly after...

I installed an HID kit on my 03 986 shortly after purchasing it and I am absolutely thrilled with the results. Dramatically improved visibility on the road at night, which to me is important since I...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 11-10-2011, 05:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,032
Posted By ChairmanRon
I purchased them from Magnagrafik. This is...

I purchased them from Magnagrafik. This is version 2 of their 986 stoneguard. They were about $85, and the script can be custom. Dan there has been very helpful and very flexible in what they can...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 11-09-2011, 08:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,032
Posted By ChairmanRon
Shark Fin stone guard

Love the look of my new magnetic stone guards on my 03 986...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-07-2011, 12:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,307
Posted By ChairmanRon
I went back and forth for months between the Z4...

I went back and forth for months between the Z4 and the Boxster and ultimately decided to go for the Boxster with the Tiptronic. It is a much "sportier" car, handling is better. The BMW, to me, is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-07-2011, 07:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 986
Posted By ChairmanRon
The headlight units are extremely easy to remove....

The headlight units are extremely easy to remove. Just follow the instructions in the manual. However, one IMPORTANT word of caution. BE CAREFUL to NOT pick up/withdraw the unit by the little...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-06-2011, 09:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,118
Posted By ChairmanRon
How did you paint them arctic silver? Did you use...

How did you paint them arctic silver? Did you use someone who specializes in this?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-06-2011, 04:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 986
Posted By ChairmanRon
Looking for Silver Vision or equivelant amber-free turn signal bulbs

In advance of performing an "amberectomy" on my 03 986 front turn signals, I've been looking for Silver Vision bulbs or their equivalent online and have been unsuccessful. Can someone point me in...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-05-2011, 11:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,517
Posted By ChairmanRon
You bet -- I'm out of town but will post one next...

You bet -- I'm out of town but will post one next week. I'll do my best to get a shot that captures the discoloration. I have a gray interior, and you can see that the roll bar padding has turned...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-05-2011, 05:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,517
Posted By ChairmanRon
The entire gray passing is discolored, not a...

The entire gray passing is discolored, not a spill or anything...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 11-04-2011, 06:38 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,687
Posted By ChairmanRon
Does a bearing retrofit require the engine to...

Does a bearing retrofit require the engine to also drop, or just the tranny?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-04-2011, 05:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,517
Posted By ChairmanRon
Question Advice: Discolored roll bar padding

The padding on my 03 986 roll bar is grey and has discolored, taking on a hue which looks like what you would expect with a smoker, but it was not a smoker's car. Does anyone have any advice or...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 11-04-2011, 05:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,713
Posted By ChairmanRon
That makes sense. The person who said the alarm...

That makes sense. The person who said the alarm would go off was from the UK (see below). That explains the difference.
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