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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-19-2013, 11:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,240
Posted By rondocap
Got a flat tire - how to use Porsche tools?

OK, so I got a flat and had some issue with the Porsche tools. The jack I more or less figured out, but how exactly do you take the lug bolts out?

There seems to be 2 pieces in the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-19-2013, 12:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,897
Posted By rondocap
Best way to downshift?

I'm trying to learn the best way to execute a proper downshift.


Is it best to: first go to neutral, then blip the throttle, and still with the clutch in, switch to the lower gear and quickly let...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-18-2013, 06:08 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 10,791
Posted By rondocap
I actually don't feel that the Boxster is really...

I actually don't feel that the Boxster is really missing much compared to the 911 on the "car" level, i.e removing any 911 star power or allure.

First, the interiors of the Boxsters...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-17-2013, 01:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,007
Posted By rondocap
I just did the air filter and serpentine belt...

I just did the air filter and serpentine belt myself.

Not too hard when following the DIY posts, but getting to the engine on this car is a big job the first time you do it! So many layers of...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-16-2013, 02:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,498
Posted By rondocap
Hey guys - I am looking to do this as well....

Hey guys - I am looking to do this as well. What's the best way to access the ball joint area with the car on the ground? I turned the wheel all the way, but it's a tight fit with the wheel on. I can...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-16-2013, 01:58 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,917
Posted By rondocap
What about when at a yield sign, and you have to...

What about when at a yield sign, and you have to look back over your shoulder to see oncoming cars? Sometimes the angle the car is at doesn't allow use of the side mirrors, and you have to look back....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-16-2013, 01:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,226
Posted By rondocap
Clearly whoever took that picture is a vampire,...

Clearly whoever took that picture is a vampire, as he has no reflection in the mirror!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-16-2013, 12:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,007
Posted By rondocap
Thanks for helping me put things into perspective...

Thanks for helping me put things into perspective guys, the experience here really shows. That's a good idea - just take one thing at a time. I am having fun as well fixing little issues as they come...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-16-2013, 09:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,007
Posted By rondocap
Yeah - trust me, I am far from the inexperienced...

Yeah - trust me, I am far from the inexperienced guy who buys a cheap Porsche and then regrets it. I went through this already with the Mercedes when I was younger - and learned from it.

...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-16-2013, 09:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,007
Posted By rondocap
A bit worried about long term costs and reliability - should I be?

I have a newer 335i and 12' Prius, and recently I got a nice condition 2001 Boxster with 54k miles as a fun car to drive that's manual, as my BMW is steptronic.

It's a low mileage 986, and in...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-12-2013, 09:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,309
Posted By rondocap
The only car I ever had to tow 2-3 times was my...

The only car I ever had to tow 2-3 times was my 2001 Mercedes S55 AMG. Wonderful car, but woefully unreliable and expensive to maintain.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-11-2013, 01:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,339
Posted By rondocap
Brake switch replace tips?

I want to replace the brake light switch above the brake pedal. What's the best way to position your body to access it?

Is it possible to remove the knee dash area? And how to unplug the harness?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-10-2013, 09:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,309
Posted By rondocap
The 335i is definitely not a sports car, but I...

The 335i is definitely not a sports car, but I think it's a great combination of a luxury car with a sport car attributes.

Handling is fantastic on them - my steering is actually...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-09-2013, 09:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,309
Posted By rondocap
I own a 2008 335i and a 2001 Boxster. I...

I own a 2008 335i and a 2001 Boxster.

I bought my 335i with only 10k miles, CPO. It's actually been extremely reliable. It had all of the recalls done. The HPFP is covered by a big warranty...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-09-2013, 07:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,478
Posted By rondocap
ABS off and PSM light on after parking for a day, what could it be?

So for a few times now, when I had the car parked for a day or so, and I turn it on, the PSM and ABS off light both come on.

They come on as soon as I release the parking brake. I noticed...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-07-2013, 10:01 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,917
Posted By rondocap
Anyone have some good pictures of both the glass...

Anyone have some good pictures of both the glass and plastic windows with replacement tops like gahh?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-07-2013, 09:52 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,917
Posted By rondocap
New top - would you do plastic or glass window?

I've read the various threads on this, and since my plastic window is cracking, I decided to soon get a new top. (The Gahh types)

I was going to just replace the window, but I think I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-07-2013, 09:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,164
Posted By rondocap
You can definitely find them under $25k, I've...

You can definitely find them under $25k, I've even seen some 2006's and 2007's that low.

It seems like it's best to stay away from the 2005's, as those seem to be more prone to IMS...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-05-2013, 09:08 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,788
Posted By rondocap
That's true about every manufacturer having...

That's true about every manufacturer having issues, but Porsche seems too quiet on this subject. At least BMW had recalls for the HPFP issues and extended the warranties greatly.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-05-2013, 08:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,067
Posted By rondocap
As a new owner, I've had all of my many questions...

As a new owner, I've had all of my many questions answered quickly and by a lot of people.

So it's a great forum - not as big as the BMW e90post, but Boxsters are less produced anyway.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-05-2013, 08:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,314
Posted By rondocap
Great color - I have the same on an 01. I...

Great color - I have the same on an 01.

I love how international this forum is, and how we all enjoy our Boxsters and have similar questions!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-05-2013, 08:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,690
Posted By rondocap
That's why I i didn't keep it in first, I...

That's why I i didn't keep it in first, I thought it wore parts down vs putting it in neutral while stopped.

People do get very impatient when you take a little longer, or stall.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-04-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,788
Posted By rondocap
Jake and others: It's fantastic to...

Jake and others:

It's fantastic to have such support for the engine on these cars.

But it does lead me, as being new to Porsche, to be fairly disappointed that such a large issue...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-04-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,690
Posted By rondocap
What do you guys do at stop lights? I anxiously...

What do you guys do at stop lights? I anxiously try to read the other side and predict when it will turn green, so I have time to go from neutral to 1st and get ready.

If I wait to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-04-2013, 06:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,690
Posted By rondocap
I did as you guys suggested, and made my shift...

I did as you guys suggested, and made my shift motion overall faster than before - and it seems to have done the trick. Even at higher RPM, the car is shifting smoother now that my shifts are faster....
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