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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-11-2007, 07:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,915
Posted By porschedude
I can't make it on Nov 10th but I am curious...

I can't make it on Nov 10th but I am curious about the route to New Braunfels. I find RR1431 really awesome besides RR 2222. Anyway, please keep us posted.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-07-2007, 01:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,094
Posted By porschedude
I have used autoglym...bought it in australia...

I have used autoglym...bought it in australia while visiting but you can buy online. it is made in england. it's good stuff but i still like my favorite, zaino z2 (the other zaino stuff is a waste...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-30-2007, 07:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,604
Posted By porschedude
Dealer plugs are Beru. I heard Bosch may not be...

Dealer plugs are Beru. I heard Bosch may not be compatible due to heat range issues etc (do a search) even though those plugs are selling online. I have been happy with Beru...it's your safest bet...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-27-2007, 06:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,263
Posted By porschedude
Hard Top question - are the factory hard tops all the

same for 1997- 2004? I would think they are all the same but can someone please verify?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-15-2007, 12:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,472
Posted By porschedude
Yeah, I would recommend making a claim on...

Yeah, I would recommend making a claim on insurance. It is an act of vandalism when someone keys your car.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-15-2007, 07:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,581
Posted By porschedude
Get the passenger to turn around and look but...

Get the passenger to turn around and look but can't do from driver's seat. I think spoiler goes up above 75 mph and then comes down below 50 mph. Enjoy your car!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-09-2007, 08:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,480
Posted By porschedude
the rock chips usually come from the car in front...

the rock chips usually come from the car in front of you. if you stay a good distance, you should be fine. i don't like anyone ahead of me anyway cause i drive like a maniac.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-08-2007, 07:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,480
Posted By porschedude
The car is quite low and hence the windshield...

The car is quite low and hence the windshield takes hits easily from pebbles and such, being at such an angle. I have learnt to keep a safe distance from the car ahead of me, especially if it's a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-27-2007, 01:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,380
Posted By porschedude
no diff with water temp...old cap was working...

no diff with water temp...old cap was working just fine...i just changed cap as a precaution. don't want to mess with it later.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-27-2007, 11:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,380
Posted By porschedude
apparently, the old cap can leak at times...

apparently, the old cap can leak at times although it did not happen to me. yeah, you are probably right. the new black cap is probably aftermarket but it doesn't bother me at all. it looks the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-27-2007, 06:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,380
Posted By porschedude
got it at some online store but i don't remember...

got it at some online store but i don't remember the name...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-26-2007, 07:31 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,380
Posted By porschedude
the black cap i bought has part number...

the black cap i bought has part number 99610644701 on the piece of plastic wrap but not on the cap itself. cap is made by Blau. honestly, i don't really care what color it is as long as the part...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-26-2007, 07:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,380
Posted By porschedude
i just replaced my old blue coolant cap, part...

i just replaced my old blue coolant cap, part number ending 00 with a black one, part number ending 01. I think the part number is more important than the color of the cap. You may want to call...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-25-2007, 08:47 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,380
Posted By porschedude
check the carpet lining in the trunk...if it's...

check the carpet lining in the trunk...if it's all wet, then your coolant tank may be leaking. Otherwise, I would first change the coolant cap. Make sure you have the coolant cap that ends with...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-16-2007, 02:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,412
Posted By porschedude
what year model and how many miles? always give...

what year model and how many miles? always give such info so we can help better. Try putting a bottle of fuel injector cleaner first. It could also be a vacuum leak when the AC is on. It's quite a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-16-2007, 06:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,443
Posted By porschedude
Mintex red box or PBR metal master would work...

Mintex red box or PBR metal master would work great for you. Low dust, low noise and brakes well. I did not have to drill holes but best to use new shims cause old ones can get bent when you remove.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-12-2007, 10:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,298
Posted By porschedude
were you having problems starting the car in the...

were you having problems starting the car in the last few weeks? if so, did it take a few cranks to start the car? Starters very rarely die suddenly.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-10-2007, 10:30 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,626
Posted By porschedude
yeah, i test drove the elise too. handles well...

yeah, i test drove the elise too. handles well but it's very difficult to get in and out of that car and i am not a big guy. i find the boxster more practical. best wishes to you!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-10-2007, 08:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,754
Posted By porschedude
Wheel repair is quite easy or you can get it done...

Wheel repair is quite easy or you can get it done at any shop for $100-150. Don't worry, it will look brand new again.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-09-2007, 07:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,403
Posted By porschedude
Yeah, you can buy the red clip really cheap for...

Yeah, you can buy the red clip really cheap for $3 at the dealer but ebay guys charge $15 or more. I installed the red clip and found that it can sometimes confuse the alarm system when you take it...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-05-2007, 02:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,509
Posted By porschedude
I wouldn't mix the tires. I know Michelin Pilots...

I wouldn't mix the tires. I know Michelin Pilots wear out pretty fast but they have really good grip and handling. I don't know about the Eagles but choose a tire with at least AA traction and A...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-03-2007, 07:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,978
Posted By porschedude
if it didnt rain too heavily, i think you should...

if it didnt rain too heavily, i think you should be fine. the front windshield is at such an angle that ir really protects almost everything on/near the dash but i dont know what is under the car...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-02-2007, 07:55 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,376
Posted By porschedude
you can get some of that black tint film from...

you can get some of that black tint film from auto store and lay it over the amber and see if you like it before doing the real deal with paint. pteam also has an ebay weblink for tinted headlight...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-21-2007, 12:04 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,815
Posted By porschedude
I like BF Goodrich...I think it has the best bang...

I like BF Goodrich...I think it has the best bang for the buck....aslo quiet and sticks well.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-20-2007, 12:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,375
Posted By porschedude
you do not use electrical parts cleaner but the...

you do not use electrical parts cleaner but the MAF spray cleaner made by CRC. you can get a can from autozone or pep boys. you need to call around for the security torx bit....they sell at sears,...
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