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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-19-2011, 11:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,274
Posted By idheaton
97-04 Boxster as well as the 99-01 Carrera...

97-04 Boxster as well as the 99-01 Carrera (excluding Turbo) headlights are interchangeable.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 12-07-2010, 01:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,506
Posted By idheaton
With the 2.7 and egas, I'd go with a 3.6 or money...

With the 2.7 and egas, I'd go with a 3.6 or money permitting a 3.8.

I have a 3.4L in my 99 with the original 5-speed which works fine. The only complaint (and it's a small one) is that I wish 5th...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-12-2010, 08:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,205
Posted By idheaton
For your dash lights it could be something as...

For your dash lights it could be something as inexpensive and easy fix yourself as a bad igntion switch or a bit more expensive and less easy to diy, your alternator going out, luckily the alternator...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-06-2010, 05:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,634
Posted By idheaton
Gemballa found...

Looks like he was mixed up in some very dangerous stuff.

http://jalopnik.com/5654064/uwe-gemballa-found-dead-in-south-africa
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-30-2010, 07:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,084
Posted By idheaton
I purchased a cable from Becker that plugged into...

I purchased a cable from Becker that plugged into the aux jack on the rear of my cdr-220 and the headphone jack of my mp3 player. Just choose AUX on the radio and it plays fine.

If you have the...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-29-2010, 01:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,249
Posted By idheaton
I recently had some issues similar to yours and...

I recently had some issues similar to yours and it ended up being my alternator.

To test it you will also need that 'round-to-it' multi-meter... ;)

With the car running, test it at your...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-26-2010, 06:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,383
Posted By idheaton
A simple suggestion I've read on the forum here...

A simple suggestion I've read on the forum here somewhere when the head-unit is not functioning properly, is flip down the faceplate and clean the contacts with some alcohol
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-18-2010, 01:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,635
Posted By idheaton
Being used you may be out of luck. Unless it came...

Being used you may be out of luck. Unless it came with an accompanying id tag it can't be (re)programmed.

here (97-00)...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-10-2010, 08:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,837
Posted By idheaton
Unplug your MAF and drive the car and see if this...

Unplug your MAF and drive the car and see if this has any effect. I had some power issues with my '99, one of which was where it would hit the 4-5k rpm range and would just not pull through it, it...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-25-2010, 08:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,124
Posted By idheaton
You have to take the passenger side wheel off and...

You have to take the passenger side wheel off and remove the fender liner to access the cannister. After that you can see it clearly right under where the gas fill tube is.

- ian
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-11-2010, 06:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,756
Posted By idheaton
With not being able to get any detailed...

With not being able to get any detailed information from him you should have at least asked for your old parts since they are yours and I'm sure neither one of them required a core so he couldn't use...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-10-2010, 04:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,856
Posted By idheaton
A scissor lift that lifts the car that high and...

A scissor lift that lifts the car that high and leave the center open for access is.... :eek:

http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200329515_200329515
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-03-2010, 02:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,439
Posted By idheaton
Maybe they were 9.5s, I never actually measured...

Maybe they were 9.5s, I never actually measured his rear wheels but I can confirm without doubt that they were 19s and shod in 315s because I distinctly remember the $$$ signs that flashed in front...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-03-2010, 08:49 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,439
Posted By idheaton
I think it's because when the Boxster first came...

I think it's because when the Boxster first came along, it wasn't really designed to support a 19" wheel. Plus, the added weight and/or cost that a 19" wheel/tire entails is a negative to some with...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-03-2010, 08:42 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,439
Posted By idheaton
I am not an expert (nor do I play one on tv... :)...

I am not an expert (nor do I play one on tv... :) ) but I personally saw the wheels on the car and my friend told me he rolled the fenders and used large spacers for clearance.

Unfortunately, I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-02-2010, 01:01 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,439
Posted By idheaton
A friend of mine ran turbo 19x11 rear wheels on...

A friend of mine ran turbo 19x11 rear wheels on his '98 Boxster. He had to roll his fenders and used spacers but they did fit.

Although it can be done, unless you have wads of cash, I'd advise...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-20-2010, 08:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,623
Posted By idheaton
Maybe you could find some high temp silicone...

Maybe you could find some high temp silicone plugs that are used for powder-coating that might fit
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-03-2010, 01:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 976
Posted By idheaton
I kind of thought that, but was hoping I was just...

I kind of thought that, but was hoping I was just wrong that it would hang too low, thanks for the confirmation JFP.


- ian
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-03-2010, 07:44 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,056
Posted By idheaton
Hardtop Wall-mounting bracket.

Hi,

Could someone that has one of these possibly post a picture of it. I am wondering if I could buy some tubing or pipe and inexpensively fabricate something similar on my own to hang my...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-03-2010, 07:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 976
Posted By idheaton
Qwik Valve?

Hi,

I did a search but came up empty on this subject.

Has anyone here ever used these, and if so were there any major cons to it?

Does anyone see any potential cons to using one that might...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-03-2010, 06:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,594
Posted By idheaton
Sleep-mode is basically the car no longer...

Sleep-mode is basically the car no longer responding the the remote to save power. This happens after 5-7 days. To bring the car out of this, simply unlock the car manually with your key and your...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-30-2010, 02:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,051
Posted By idheaton
You would have to use spacers and roll your rear...

You would have to use spacers and roll your rear fenders to fit an 11" width wheel.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-29-2010, 05:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,189
Posted By idheaton
Locking the console is optional so if it's...

Locking the console is optional so if it's unlocked you don't have to use the key at all.

If I understand what you are saying correctly, it sounds like you are going to have to take out the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-26-2010, 11:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,945
Posted By idheaton
Try here.... ...

Try here....

http://www.cannell.co.uk/Manuals.htm
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-24-2010, 01:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,165
Posted By idheaton
Living in the UK, you might be better served by...

Living in the UK, you might be better served by the '03s glass rear window as opposed to the plastic one of the 02 since you'd never have to worry about the temperature when lowering/raising the top...
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