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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-14-2014, 04:43 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,774
Posted By kiyakubuke
I could see the $700 for the AOS, if it was...

I could see the $700 for the AOS, if it was something I couldn't do myself. but $375 for changing out some spark plugs seems a bit much.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-14-2014, 03:14 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,774
Posted By kiyakubuke
so I just had my car checked out by the dealer...

so I just had my car checked out by the dealer and by a local repair shop specializing in European cars. they both confirmed that it was indeed the AOS. the dealer quote has been blocked from my...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-13-2014, 10:10 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,774
Posted By kiyakubuke
I think mine is falling into the AOS failure...

I think mine is falling into the AOS failure category
Replace the Air/Oil Separator (http://www.pedrosgarage.com/Site_3/Replace_the_Air_Oil_Separator.html)
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-13-2014, 07:17 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,774
Posted By kiyakubuke
So my 2001 S is having identical issues. first...

So my 2001 S is having identical issues. first noticed it at the track doing some 0-60 times. on the second run just as I hit 60 a big puff of smoke came out the exhaust. I thought I had blown the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-02-2014, 08:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,451
Posted By kiyakubuke
I'm thinking of getting the materials (film,...

I'm thinking of getting the materials (film, activator etc...) and trying to hydrodip these parts myself. anyone ever done that?
I'm fairly skilled with painting, tinkering etc... so I think it...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 05-01-2014, 05:15 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,358
Posted By kiyakubuke
so I had blacked out the exhaust tips. liked the...

so I had blacked out the exhaust tips. liked the look, but when I was coming back up the driveway from the mailbox I didn't like the way it look in contrast to the rest of the exhaust. i.e.. it was...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-30-2014, 06:28 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,358
Posted By kiyakubuke
Just buy some new ones off ebay. I got a set of 4...

Just buy some new ones off ebay. I got a set of 4 for about $20
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-29-2014, 05:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,519
Posted By kiyakubuke
nice

yeah, that is way nicer than the the AppRadio2 I have in my pathfinder. it is a decent unit, responsive and well made. my biggest grip was having to plug in my phone to use apps. mainly the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-28-2014, 07:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,519
Posted By kiyakubuke
Looks good. is that an AppRadio? I have one in my...

Looks good. is that an AppRadio? I have one in my pathfinder, got the Parrot this time because it had it's own Apps (don't have to plug in the phone) and it has really good BT. but the backup camera...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-28-2014, 04:47 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 61,260
Posted By kiyakubuke
I am doing something similar with the Parrot...

I am doing something similar with the Parrot Asteroid Smart. it runs Android and there are a few OBDII apps on the Asteroid market, more if you want to side load from the Android market.
I got a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-28-2014, 08:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,553
Posted By kiyakubuke
here's a good video on it. Porsche Boxster S...

here's a good video on it.

Porsche Boxster S - 986 Remove Engine Cover - Replace Air Filter RiversidePCA How To - YouTube (http://youtu.be/MuxX0Zt9jq0)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-28-2014, 07:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,519
Posted By kiyakubuke
looks good, I like the license plate mount. ...

looks good, I like the license plate mount.

here's how mine ended up. had to drill a hole and put in screws.

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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-27-2014, 04:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,553
Posted By kiyakubuke
before and after of engine cleaning

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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-27-2014, 04:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,553
Posted By kiyakubuke
what are you using to paint the carpet? how does...

what are you using to paint the carpet? how does it effect the feel of the carpet?
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-27-2014, 11:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,213
Posted By kiyakubuke
it wasn't very hard to remove the oil fill cap,...

it wasn't very hard to remove the oil fill cap, but there was certainly a vacuum. could hear it, feel it when I put my palm over the hole. also, the rpms went up when I removed it, back down when I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-26-2014, 10:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,553
Posted By kiyakubuke
same deal with me. I was checking the air filter,...

same deal with me. I was checking the air filter, first time in the engine compartment since I bought the car. very dirty. looks mostly to be dust, so that is good. going to clean it tomorrow.
Plan...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-26-2014, 09:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,627
Posted By kiyakubuke
thanks, maybe i'll practice on the pathfinder...

thanks,
maybe i'll practice on the pathfinder before attempting the Benz. I'm assuming it comes off without damage to the paint.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-26-2014, 07:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,213
Posted By kiyakubuke
exhaust smoke

at the track today I noticed some occasional puffs of white smoke coming from the exhaust under hard acceleration / high revs. other than that it runs and drives fine.
rings, seals maybe? anyone...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-26-2014, 06:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,627
Posted By kiyakubuke
3M paint defender

has anyone ever used 3M paint defender? my Boxster already has the clear vinyl wrap but I thought of trying on my wife's Benz.
http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/IMG_21481398567446.jpg
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-26-2014, 06:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,358
Posted By kiyakubuke
found a use for my old motorcycle lift. my other...

found a use for my old motorcycle lift. my other floor jack is to tall to fit under the Boxster.
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-26-2014, 06:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,358
Posted By kiyakubuke
Thanks, I was at the store today and when I...

Thanks,
I was at the store today and when I came out, there were a couple of Hispanic guys posing for pictures with my car. the ultimate compliment I guess :)
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-26-2014, 04:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,358
Posted By kiyakubuke
Blacked out exhaust, black tag frame, black...

Blacked out exhaust, black tag frame, black "Boxster S" emblem and fresh coat on the rear bumpers (they were a little faded before).
...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-26-2014, 04:31 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,358
Posted By kiyakubuke
wheels don't look half bad ...

wheels don't look half bad

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/IMG_21671398558641.jpg
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-26-2014, 04:22 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,358
Posted By kiyakubuke
before and after for the brake calipers and...

before and after for the brake calipers and rotors:
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-26-2014, 04:19 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,358
Posted By kiyakubuke
before and after for the lug nuts: ...

before and after for the lug nuts:

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/IMG_21511398557929.jpg
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