04-29-2014, 06:36 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tomc88
P O R S C H E added,
ensure you order the self adhesive ones! Initially I ended up with a set that had posts sticking out the back (which would mean drilling 2 holes per letter!)
First I cleaned the area with isoproponal alcohol
Pull some string across the boot lid. I used the pointy corners of the rear lights as a height guide.
Used masking tape to hold in position.
Measure and mark on the string the centre.
Take the S and position the top edge under the string, centred.
Then mark on the string 40mm either side of the left/right side of the S.
Place next letters.
Basically the gap between letters I used was 40mm.
It looks cleaner if you remove the 'Boxster' badge - but I am lazy and don't mind the look with it left on.
Was a very easy job, and took less than 10 minutes.
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I followed your instructions and I really like the results.
It took me approximately 30 minutes start to finish because I was so nervous about balance and alignment that I measured multiple times.
I am debating whether or not to put the Boxster badge on again, but this is fine for now.
Note: The arc of the letters in the photos looks a little more pronounced than it is in actuality.
Last edited by Allen; 04-29-2014 at 06:54 PM.
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04-30-2014, 10:31 AM
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#42
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I did this a couple of weeks ago. I had an appointment scheduled at my indy for some service, and asked them if they would just do it while it was there (they specialize in nut-and-bolt restorations, so I felt more comfortable with them sticking on a couple badges than if I did it.) Ordered the PORSCHE and the Boxster S in the new 981 script. I LOVE the way it turned out!
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04-30-2014, 03:06 PM
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05-01-2014, 05:53 PM
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I couldn't wait any longer, so I went ahead and purchased the 981 Boxster logo from Suncoast, which came in today!
For those unaware, the 981 Boxster logo is significantly smaller than the 986 Boxster logo. I just finished mounting it and couldn't wait to take a few photos, so here they are.
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05-01-2014, 07:18 PM
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Comparing the size of the old 986 Boxster badge with the 981 badge.
By the way, I have a black 986 Boxster badge available if anyone wants it. It won't be too expensive.
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05-17-2014, 07:59 AM
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Like the twin stripes decals might do it on mine. How wide & how long are they?
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05-20-2014, 02:05 PM
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I like it.
Very nice update for my car. It looks Very classy. Job very well executed.
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06-01-2014, 09:22 AM
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I re-installed my PORSCHE letters to turn the frown upside down, finally
The string needs to be loosened a bit, so it can sit on top of the centered "S", automatically creating the necessary curve to align the other letters alongside (--> looks "correct" from any angle now).
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09-07-2014, 03:44 AM
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09-07-2014, 05:16 AM
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Nicely done, looks great
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04-20-2015, 09:23 PM
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I like it
I think chrome looks classy ....just like our cars
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04-22-2015, 09:04 AM
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Looks great. Brand of LED lights, please?
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