Go Back   986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners > Porsche Boxster & Cayman Forums > Boxster General Discussions

Post Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 04-05-2012, 06:29 PM   #1
Registered User
 
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: VA
Posts: 96
Still not sold on anything yet guys. Come on, there must be something out there. I'm talking like bargain cheap mods, that give back a lot. Ebay decals and stuff, etc.. come on now lol
Kianfar is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-05-2012, 06:38 PM   #2
Registered User
 
Jager's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: California
Posts: 1,859
Garage
Quote:
Originally Posted by Kianfar View Post
Still not sold on anything yet guys. Come on, there must be something out there. I'm talking like bargain cheap mods, that give back a lot. Ebay decals and stuff, etc.. come on now lol
De-Snorkle... You will love the sound and gain 5 hp without spending a dime. See first post on this thread:

http://986forum.com/forums/performance-technical-chat/9671-finally-dyno-charts-de-snorked-986s-5.html
__________________
Jäger

300K Mile Club
Jager is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-05-2012, 06:40 PM   #3
Moderator
 
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: DFW
Posts: 782
Garage
Quote:
Originally Posted by Kianfar View Post
Still not sold on anything yet guys. Come on, there must be something out there. I'm talking like bargain cheap mods, that give back a lot. Ebay decals and stuff, etc.. come on now lol
If you are looking to put something cheap on your car, it might come out cheap. As a matter of fact, some decals would actually look counterproductive. If you are thinking about ebay decals they are actually rather expensive and do nothing for performance.

If you are interested perhaps this might help: (not affiliated)

Porsche Stripes | Porsche Graphics | Porsche Decals | Porsche Vinyl | Porsche Stickers
Kenny Boxster is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-06-2012, 09:50 AM   #4
recycledsixtie
 
recycledsixtie's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Edmonton Canada
Posts: 824
Garage
Quote:
Originally Posted by kianfar View Post
still not sold on anything yet guys. Come on, there must be something out there. I'm talking like bargain cheap mods, that give back a lot. Ebay decals and stuff, etc.. Come on now lol

well u did say cosmetic. Here we go.
1 obtain one container of high quality wax
2 apply with appropriate pad
3 let dry
4 buff up so u can see yourself
5 you will then see one hard to please new owner after reading 40 some replies enthusiastically posted
6 still not satisfied?
7 repeat steps 1 to 7 until tired. Then retire and have a brewski
recycledsixtie is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-06-2012, 11:41 AM   #5
Registered User
 
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: VA
Posts: 96
Quote:
Originally Posted by recycledsixtie View Post
well u did say cosmetic. Here we go.
1 obtain one container of high quality wax
2 apply with appropriate pad
3 let dry
4 buff up so u can see yourself
5 you will then see one hard to please new owner after reading 40 some replies enthusiastically posted
6 still not satisfied?
7 repeat steps 1 to 7 until tired. Then retire and have a brewski
I actually bought a buffer from AutoZone, came with a yellow pad. I need to go buy some Mquires Swirl Remover compound. The buffer came with two yellow pads. The first time, after a nice wash, I just waxed the car. It took care of some of the thinner swirls, but still in direct sunlight, there are lots of swirls. So I think I need to treat the swirls first, then shine her up.
Kianfar is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-06-2012, 02:20 PM   #6
Registered User
 
Perfectlap's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: New Jersey
Posts: 8,709
Quote:
Originally Posted by Kianfar View Post
I actually bought a buffer from AutoZone, came with a yellow pad. I need to go buy some Mquires Swirl Remover compound. The buffer came with two yellow pads. The first time, after a nice wash, I just waxed the car. It took care of some of the thinner swirls, but still in direct sunlight, there are lots of swirls. So I think I need to treat the swirls first, then shine her up.
you need an orbital buffer that will produce enough torque to de-swirl.
I rarely see these at autostores. Try autogeek.net
__________________
GT3 Recaro Seats - Boxster Red
GT3 Aero / Carrera 18" 5 spoke / Potenza RE-11
Fabspeed Headers & Noise Maker
BORN: March 2000 - FINLAND
IMS#1 REPLACED: April 2010 - NEW JERSEY -- LNE DUAL ROW
Perfectlap is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-08-2012, 09:34 AM   #7
Registered User
 
amschnellsten's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2012
Posts: 99
Quote:
Originally Posted by Perfectlap View Post
you need an orbital buffer that will produce enough torque to de-swirl.
I rarely see these at autostores. Try autogeek.net
He is right. I have a decent Hitachi buffer and one from Harbor Freight and the harbor Freight one is great and has lasted 4 years and numerous cars. Try Wizards Final cut and some Zymol, that will do it.
amschnellsten is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-08-2012, 12:21 PM   #8
Moderator
 
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: DFW
Posts: 782
Garage
Just got done installing a short shifter today! The difference is AMAZING! At first I thought I wasted money and would not even be able to complete the installation, but it was well worth it. I think the only complaint you will find thought is that it makes the shifter look a bit less oem- it is positioned to the left in neutral but I park my car in reverse gear to make it look flush.
Kenny Boxster is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-23-2017, 01:02 AM   #9
Registered User
 
Join Date: Jul 2017
Location: Cape Town
Posts: 6
Quote:
Originally Posted by Kenny Boxster View Post
Just got done installing a short shifter today! The difference is AMAZING! At first I thought I wasted money and would not even be able to complete the installation, but it was well worth it. I think the only complaint you will find thought is that it makes the shifter look a bit less oem- it is positioned to the left in neutral but I park my car in reverse gear to make it look flush.
Did you flip the lever around first?
Also, unhook the outer of the left/right cable at the back of the shifter, position the lever straight up, and reconnect it.
Hagu13 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-08-2012, 07:22 AM   #10
Registered User
 
Gforrest2's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Pacific Northwest
Posts: 308
Quote:
Originally Posted by Kianfar View Post
Still not sold on anything yet guys. Come on, there must be something out there. I'm talking like bargain cheap mods, that give back a lot. Ebay decals and stuff, etc.. come on now lol
DIY Painted bumperettes. See my thread here: http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/30418-4-hours-$50-later.html
__________________
Glen
Gforrest2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Post Reply


Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is On
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On




All times are GMT -8. The time now is 07:33 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.7
Copyright ©2000 - 2025, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
Content Relevant URLs by vBSEO 3.6.0
Copyright 2025 Pelican Parts, LLC - Posts may be archived for display on the Pelican Parts Website -    DMCA Registered Agent Contact Page