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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-09-2013, 10:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,397
Posted By 1olddude
Help?! Transmission mounts.

I am replacing my transmission mounts and was wondering if there is a trick to getting to the top bolt on the right side triangle bracket? All the others are fairly easy to reach but that top right...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-07-2013, 04:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,691
Posted By 1olddude
What is a Flux Capaciter? :)

What is a Flux Capaciter? :)
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-07-2013, 03:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,840
Posted By 1olddude
Thanks Meir. I ordered the balls only so I will...

Thanks Meir. I ordered the balls only so I will follow your advice. I was shocked at the difference in price from the balls to the whole assembly. I will just reuse the triangular bracket and save...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-06-2013, 09:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,840
Posted By 1olddude
Thstone: thanks! I found that link when I went...

Thstone: thanks! I found that link when I went to order parts from Pelican. I ordered two and will get to work when the parts arrive. While I got her up in the air I will do an oil change to get...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-06-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,840
Posted By 1olddude
Checked again and I am sure you are right. I...

Checked again and I am sure you are right. I thought it was hydraulic fluid but couldn't figure out what would have that. I looked at my Bentley book and see where it is. Should I replace both or...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-06-2013, 05:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,840
Posted By 1olddude
Is that an easy fix for a moderately experienced...

Is that an easy fix for a moderately experienced mechanical fellow as myself? Or is it headed to the stealer as I have no indies around here that I know of.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-06-2013, 05:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,840
Posted By 1olddude
Isn't the coolant reservoir in the front? This...

Isn't the coolant reservoir in the front? This is coming from above the rear right wheel. I will check it out a bit closer. Thanks for the reply.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-06-2013, 04:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,840
Posted By 1olddude
What is it?

I just got back from a spirited drive. I pulled in the garage and after I got out I saw a small puddle of light yellow, oily fluid, that dripped down on the garage floor from somewhere around the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-06-2013, 01:18 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,994
Posted By 1olddude
I have a Jeep for the snow and mud, a truck to...

I have a Jeep for the snow and mud, a truck to haul crap, a Honda Odyssey for the sports team car pool, and the Boxster is my go to, good weather, top down, road trip, canyon cruising, fun car. I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-06-2013, 01:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,871
Posted By 1olddude
I park my Wrangler alone if possible too. ...

I park my Wrangler alone if possible too. Haven't had any vandalism yet to the Box or the Jeep so I count myself lucky. I don't understand what somebody gets out of trashing someone else's things. ...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-05-2013, 10:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,821
Posted By 1olddude
Ok. Now I am going to use M1 0w-30. Thanks for...

Ok. Now I am going to use M1 0w-30. Thanks for the link. Very useful info.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-05-2013, 04:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,871
Posted By 1olddude
I like that idea and I will remember next time.

I like that idea and I will remember next time.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-04-2013, 09:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,821
Posted By 1olddude
Yes, I think you are probably right about that. ...

Yes, I think you are probably right about that. I would only go with 0w-40 if it is being driven in the cold, at least that's how I understand it. Walmart here doesn't have either one in the 5...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-04-2013, 09:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,871
Posted By 1olddude
"Birds of a feather, park together"

I had to laugh when I parked all alone in the hotel parking lot and came out later to find a twin had done the same thing. Awesome cars!
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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-04-2013, 07:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,821
Posted By 1olddude
Ya I guess Pep Boys isn't that great a deal. I...

Ya I guess Pep Boys isn't that great a deal. I can find 0w-40 at Walmart in quarts for $7.00 but they don't have the 5 quart in that weight. I'm waiting on my magnetic oil plug from Pelican and...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-03-2013, 06:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,821
Posted By 1olddude
Mobile 1 deal

Pep Boys has Mobile 1, all viscosities with coupon for $7 per quart. Thought I would pass along this link. It's a pretty good deal if you have a store near you.
Online Printable Coupon - $7 per...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-01-2013, 12:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,682
Posted By 1olddude
Thanks JEP! I will check it out.

Thanks JEP! I will check it out.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-01-2013, 12:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,704
Posted By 1olddude
How do I get that job? I would give up my...

How do I get that job? I would give up my Walmart greeter job in a heartbeat for this one!
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-01-2013, 12:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,682
Posted By 1olddude
Filter choices

Went to Pelican to order a few things and wanted an oil filter to do my first oil change on my 02 S. Are the Hengst filters as good as the original porsche brand they sell? There is a big...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-31-2013, 08:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,441
Posted By 1olddude
Better knock on wood after that one! Pretty...

Better knock on wood after that one! Pretty amazing record and I am sure the insurance company loves you.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-29-2013, 07:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,492
Posted By 1olddude
That can't be the Danger Mobile cause there is no...

That can't be the Danger Mobile cause there is no hot babe riding shotgun. :)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-28-2013, 03:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,859
Posted By 1olddude
See, this is what makes this the best Porsche...

See, this is what makes this the best Porsche forum around. Thanks for the tip.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-27-2013, 08:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,859
Posted By 1olddude
Brake fluid flush

I am about to flush my brake fluid for my first time since I bought my 02 S in July. I have a power bleeder and know the sequence as far as the wheels go but my question is: At what point do I bleed...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-26-2013, 05:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,911
Posted By 1olddude
Can't believe I never thought of that. Thanks...

Can't believe I never thought of that. Thanks for the post and the idea as it will help relieve the sore back muscles.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-25-2013, 07:11 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,190
Posted By 1olddude
The dude has a long driveway and needed something...

The dude has a long driveway and needed something to go pick up the mail and newspaper in. It was a 60 foot round trip ride every single day for six years and he cherished every mile.
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