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Forum: DIY Project Guides 02-25-2015, 08:03 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 65,409
Posted By jeepdad
Just completed the dash swap with a pair of new...

Just completed the dash swap with a pair of new Kicker 40CS44. The old speakers fell apart in my hands; one was only half intact when I took it out. Huge difference. That little stock amp is finally...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-24-2015, 09:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,568
Posted By jeepdad
I'm wondering about the feasibilty of doing an...

I'm wondering about the feasibilty of doing an IMS at 125,000 miles. At what point, mileage-wise, would a rebuild of the engine be necessary? I mean, even assuming a healthy IMS what is the life...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 02-23-2015, 10:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,155
Posted By jeepdad
Call me nuts, but I prefer the roundiness and...

Call me nuts, but I prefer the roundiness and smooth lines of the 986. When I see the 981, I'm immediately reminded of my daughter's old Eclipse convertible. Don't get me wrong, it's a great-looking...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-23-2015, 06:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,232
Posted By jeepdad
This doesn't answer your questions but I am...

This doesn't answer your questions but I am curious ....

Has your brake warning light on your dash ever come on? I'm wondering how much faith to place in that.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-21-2015, 01:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,899
Posted By jeepdad
First, thanks everyone for the positive feedback....

First, thanks everyone for the positive feedback.

Woodsman ... I took your suggestion and de-snorkeled this afternoon. The snorkel popped right out. Hardest part was getting the vent out (I was...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 02-21-2015, 09:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,165
Posted By jeepdad
I am looking at this unit: Blaupunkt...

I am looking at this unit:

Blaupunkt Adelaide 130 Digital media receiver at Crutchfield.com (http://www.crutchfield.com/p_023ADEL130/Blaupunkt-Adelaide-130.html?cc=02)

But if I'm going to...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 02-21-2015, 08:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,165
Posted By jeepdad
audio guys: is an output converter needed?

Buying a new receiver and dash speakers thru Crutchfield and they're recommending this:

Scosche SLC4 Line Output Converter Convert speaker connections to line-level preamp connections in mobile...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 02-20-2015, 07:13 PM
Replies: 184
Views: 150,493
Posted By jeepdad
Nice. Exactly what I want. Just need to find a...

Nice. Exactly what I want. Just need to find a good deal.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-20-2015, 07:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,932
Posted By jeepdad
Yikes. Can I ask how many miles on your Boxster?

Yikes. Can I ask how many miles on your Boxster?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-20-2015, 04:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,899
Posted By jeepdad
10 early observations about my first Boxster.

Some early impressions:

1. It's fun. I can't drive it enough. Even when I shouldn't, like today, with another ice drizzle in the forecast, I drove it to work. I find myself making excuses to park...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-20-2015, 03:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,250
Posted By jeepdad
Thanks! I'll check Autozone out.

Thanks! I'll check Autozone out.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-20-2015, 03:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,376
Posted By jeepdad
Dumb question here from a mechanical dummy: how...

Dumb question here from a mechanical dummy: how do you know when the water pump is failing?
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-19-2015, 10:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,250
Posted By jeepdad
Bad horn?

Hi all. I've read the threads pertaining to the "too sensitive" horn issue and the recommended fixes. However, my horn does something different. When pressed it gives a barely audible whimper of a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-19-2015, 05:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,449
Posted By jeepdad
Hmm. I assumed this was a standard item on...

Hmm. I assumed this was a standard item on Boxsters. Should have been, anyway.
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 02-17-2015, 12:31 PM
Replies: 184
Views: 150,493
Posted By jeepdad
Wow ... what a beautiful car you have. Are you...

Wow ... what a beautiful car you have. Are you happy with the quality of the Wheel Dynamics rims?
Forum: DIY Project Guides 02-16-2015, 06:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,351
Posted By jeepdad
Looks terrific. When restoring wheels like this,...

Looks terrific. When restoring wheels like this, do you also primer and paint the inside surface? I'm considering restoring my 17" turbo twists. Also, I assume the wheels/tires would need to be...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 02-15-2015, 11:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 19,234
Posted By jeepdad
I ordered one of these and it's perfect: ...

I ordered one of these and it's perfect:

Porsche Wedge Style Cup Cell Phone iPod Holder 911 914 930 928 S4 944 Carerra | eBay...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 02-13-2015, 08:37 PM
Replies: 184
Views: 150,493
Posted By jeepdad
Old thread revival, but.... Can anyone ID...

Old thread revival, but....

Can anyone ID these wheels?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQNEJltfdxQ
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-13-2015, 09:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,472
Posted By jeepdad
That's a nice looking car.

That's a nice looking car.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-13-2015, 09:17 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,910
Posted By jeepdad
How does one go about checking the motor mount?...

How does one go about checking the motor mount? What do you look for?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-12-2015, 06:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,125
Posted By jeepdad
I have a Metropol Blue top on my '99 with glass...

I have a Metropol Blue top on my '99 with glass window and defroster. This is not the original top?

Also, not to hikack this thread ... but there is a small rip/separation on the driver's side at...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 02-10-2015, 04:23 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,899
Posted By jeepdad
[QUOTE=Luv2Box;435623]One of the cool things...

[QUOTE=Luv2Box;435623]One of the cool things about this thread (besides all the silver Boxsters) is to see what all the different rims look like on a silver Boxster. I still like the 5 spoke wheels...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 02-10-2015, 12:56 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,899
Posted By jeepdad
My '99. Sorry for the horrid iPhone grab. Better...

My '99. Sorry for the horrid iPhone grab. Better pics to come as upgrades occur.


http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/barrys+porsche1423605325.jpg
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-09-2015, 12:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,105
Posted By jeepdad
Here's an interesting link on a few: 1999...

Here's an interesting link on a few:

1999 Porsche Boxster Body Kits at Andys Auto Sport (http://www.andysautosport.com/body_kits/porsche_boxster/1999.html)

(EDIT: ugh ... sorry to revive an old...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-06-2015, 05:54 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 16,956
Posted By jeepdad
Agreed. I humbly suggest this thread be...

Agreed. I humbly suggest this thread be "stickied" alongside the your-engine-will-blow-up threads.
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