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Forum: New Member Introductions 08-14-2023, 09:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 618
Posted By dghii
Enjoy! fun car to mess with and drive. Lots of...

Enjoy! fun car to mess with and drive. Lots of great DYI info on this forum.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-13-2023, 12:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,439
Posted By dghii
For a quick fix.... Take a business card and...

For a quick fix....
Take a business card and fold it in two. Shove it between the horn and the steering wheel. If you do it right, you won't be able see the card. The problem will be solved and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-21-2023, 03:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,035
Posted By dghii
Given removing and replacing the relay 'fixed'...

Given removing and replacing the relay 'fixed' your problem (for now) I'd be looking at cleaning the relay socket contacts with electronics contact cleaner. Also be aware that there are a few...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-13-2023, 08:20 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 16,341
Posted By dghii
Looks great! Thanks for the follow up!

Looks great! Thanks for the follow up!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-21-2023, 02:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 748
Posted By dghii
What he's driving is in the title of his post.

What he's driving is in the title of his post.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-14-2023, 09:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,853
Posted By dghii
No I didn't. A 1000 watt amplifier would...

No I didn't.

A 1000 watt amplifier would not work with speakers rated for 40 watts? Of course it would, until you turn the amp up beyond what the speakers can handle you overheat the voice...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-13-2023, 09:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,853
Posted By dghii
An amp does not 'push' power (watts) to speakers,...

An amp does not 'push' power (watts) to speakers, it provides what ever power is needed based on volume and music dynamics up to its rated output.

I doubt anyone is listening to their car stereo...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-31-2023, 08:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,407
Posted By dghii
I'd go get the car and drive it home. 200 miles...

I'd go get the car and drive it home. 200 miles is nothing and if the car isn't weeping fluid or overheating, It'd just be terrible luck and an inconvenience that if failed on your trip home. We're...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-27-2023, 08:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 891
Posted By dghii
Given your short ownership, I'd think cleaning...

Given your short ownership, I'd think cleaning the area and driving the car would be your best bet to determine where the oil is coming from.
In the mean time, go ahead and replace spark plug...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-27-2023, 08:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,401
Posted By dghii
Been there done that! I had great luck with...

Been there done that! I had great luck with liquid electrical tape for the wires I could not replace.
Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 05-22-2023, 06:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,244
Posted By dghii
That's a very clean looking Cayman. Long way...

That's a very clean looking Cayman. Long way away for me but should get snatched up by someone.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-20-2023, 06:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 920
Posted By dghii
I had a set out of a 996 last year that I swapped...

I had a set out of a 996 last year that I swapped leather on. I wish I could tell you 100% they are the same but I wasn't swapping sides so didn't give it that detailed a look. That being said,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-15-2023, 07:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,187
Posted By dghii
I've done a couple of Boxster tops a few year...

I've done a couple of Boxster tops a few year back. I don't remember the wrinkles in the same area as your. My top(s) were very tight and hard to close. The sun helped loosen thing, which won't...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-15-2023, 06:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 982
Posted By dghii
Your trip may have uncovered some air in the...

Your trip may have uncovered some air in the system. Open up the bleed valve and drive the car. Make sure you keep an eye on the coolant but go ahead and enjoy your trip.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-14-2023, 08:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 778
Posted By dghii
Not too tough at all to replace the bolster and...

Not too tough at all to replace the bolster and the power functions don't really complicate things at all. Given your experience, you won't have an issue.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-07-2023, 06:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,190
Posted By dghii
If it was speed dependent, it may be the gap...

If it was speed dependent, it may be the gap between the hood and top of the bumper. You can confirm by running some blue painters tape from headlight to headlight over the gap and take a drive. ...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-24-2023, 08:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,070
Posted By dghii
The car does have an air pump but it should only...

The car does have an air pump but it should only be active for the first minute or two after starting the car.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-22-2023, 06:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,190
Posted By dghii
Buy a Triple A policy and drive it home. It'll...

Buy a Triple A policy and drive it home. It'll be fine. I bought a 2003 Box S with over 100K miles in Austin TX a few years ago. Flew in, picked it up at Airport and drove it 850 miles home. ...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-14-2023, 07:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 862
Posted By dghii
I think you'll find these seats really easy to...

I think you'll find these seats really easy to R/R. I used small wire ties instead of hog rings and had no issues.
Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 04-02-2023, 06:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,309
Posted By dghii
Looked on FB....he's asking $13K

Looked on FB....he's asking $13K
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-07-2023, 07:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,351
Posted By dghii
That looks like an absolute blast!!

That looks like an absolute blast!!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-10-2023, 06:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,300
Posted By dghii
1. Don't do it. Car is great. You are not...

1. Don't do it. Car is great. You are not ready for it (no offense, I have 4 boys).
2. It will not be a second car. You can't afford it. You have to register, maintain and, here's the kicker,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-05-2023, 04:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,268
Posted By dghii
I once had the drivers side handle fail....both...

I once had the drivers side handle fail....both on inside and outside at the same time on my 2000 BoxS! Hardest part was crawling across the console from passenger side to get to the interior door...
Forum: New Member Introductions 01-31-2023, 02:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 654
Posted By dghii
Hi Mark, Welcome and congratulations on your...

Hi Mark,
Welcome and congratulations on your new car! You might be able to get some help with your issue on this board but keep in mind that most of the topics posted here are for older ('97-'04)...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-14-2023, 08:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,536
Posted By dghii
My experience was a failed cable. I replaced...

My experience was a failed cable. I replaced both sides. Transmissions and motor were fine.
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