01-17-2015, 08:25 AM
|
#1
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: California
Posts: 1,859
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by oc-boxster
how much does a windshield cost for a boxster? I need to replace mine.
|
$456 from Safelite Auto-Glass, total cost including tax and installation. I was able to use my existing molding, it is in great shape. The standard molding they use does not have the gloss finish as Porsche factory. So if you want to maintain that gloss finish on your molding use your existing or order a new one from Porsche. Safelite can order from Porsche for additional cost (I don't know what that is).
__________________
Jäger
300K Mile Club
|
|
|
|
01-17-2015, 08:43 AM
|
#2
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Ranson wv
Posts: 237
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Jager
$456 from Safelite Auto-Glass, total cost including tax and installation. I was able to use my existing molding, it is in great shape. The standard molding they use does not have the gloss finish as Porsche factory. So if you want to maintain that gloss finish on your molding use your existing or order a new one from Porsche. Safelite can order from Porsche for additional cost (I don't know what that is).
|
I had mine replaced by Safelite a few months ago. I didn't order the molding, I just let them use the generic one. It actually doesn't look bad at all.
__________________
02 Boxster
71 VW Karmann Ghia
71 VW Super Beetle
|
|
|
|
|
01-17-2015, 11:45 AM
|
#3
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Ranson wv
Posts: 237
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by oc-boxster
how much does a windshield cost for a boxster? I need to replace mine.
|
Btw, I was out of pocket $50. Mine was scratched to the point of being dangerous. My insurance company paid the rest.
__________________
02 Boxster
71 VW Karmann Ghia
71 VW Super Beetle
|
|
|
|
|
01-17-2015, 03:09 PM
|
#4
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: California
Posts: 1,859
|
I needed the new windshield so I can enjoy the scenery in my back yard. I took a drive on Foxen Canyon Road, with the top down, 72 degrees, no wind, dust free, tour. It was just an awesome day for a Boxster drive.
__________________
Jäger
300K Mile Club
|
|
|
|
|
01-17-2015, 08:33 AM
|
#5
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: anaheim california
Posts: 480
|
My boxster is an S and has the titanium colored trim piece that is in bad condition so I will see about replacing that also.
|
|
|
|
|
01-17-2015, 09:09 AM
|
#6
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: anaheim california
Posts: 480
|
I actually like the all black molding better, I'd like to do the same
|
|
|
|
|
01-17-2015, 09:44 AM
|
#7
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Chandler, AZ
Posts: 1,796
|
I like the black molding better too. Not a big fan of the titanium finish on my S. Window shields don't last long here in Phoenx with the freeways lined with granite rocks.
__________________
03 Carrera
02 Boxster S Guards Red, black interior with matching hardtop
89 Carrera 4
89 944 S2
78 911SC
|
|
|
|
|
01-17-2015, 10:12 AM
|
#8
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Moore, Ok
Posts: 105
|
Drove my boxster more this morning than I have since I purchased it! It was kind of walking on the road, so I went by a tire shop and had them adjust my tire pressure. And whoa what a difference. Doesn't even feel like the same car! Then I drove to the local Porsche dealer to see if they could check my axle nut torque. They torqued it down (was only at 310 instead of 340) they also buffed a small scratch out, and tightened an exhaust heat shield.. all for free!! Wow. Awesome service.
|
|
|
|
|
01-20-2015, 06:47 AM
|
#9
|
|
On the slippery slope
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Austin and Palm Springs
Posts: 3,798
|
Flushed the brake lines getting ready for some track time
Also cleaned and applied Rejex to the wheels. Hate cleaning brake dust and the Rejex makes it esasier
__________________
2004 Boxster S 6 speed - DRL relay hack, Polaris AutoTop DIY
2004 996 Targa Tip
Instructor - San Diego region
2014 Porsche Performance Driving School
2020 BMW X3, 2013 Ram 1500, 2016 Cmax, 2004 F-150 "Big Red"
|
|
|
|
|
01-20-2015, 11:59 AM
|
#10
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: FL
Posts: 4,144
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by JayG
Flushed the brake lines getting ready for some track time
Also cleaned and applied Rejex to the wheels. Hate cleaning brake dust and the Rejex makes it esasier
|
I just tried some of that. And I just got back from the track. I have net yet got down there to clean them yet, I will update with photos when I do. I have heard great things about the Rejex.
|
|
|
|
|
01-20-2015, 12:07 PM
|
#11
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: O.C. CA
Posts: 3,709
|
Drove the Box 80 miles down to San Diego to look at a 2002 996 that has to have the engine rebuilt. Beautiful sunny day! 
__________________
OE engine rebuilt,3.6 litre LN Engineering billet sleeves,triple row IMSB,LN rods. Deep sump oil pan with DT40 oil.
|
|
|
|
|
01-20-2015, 11:29 AM
|
#12
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Finland
Posts: 34
|
Tryed to change the Manzo muffler back to original, but there was missing several parts from it...
Guess i have to continue listening my friends and my wifes smackmouthing about the noise 
Question: What are those two short wires(?) or cables in the picture? Close together. They locate down near ( www.pel) text?
How to: 986 3.2S Back Box removal - How To - www.BoXa.net
|
|
|
|
|
01-20-2015, 12:25 PM
|
#13
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Greenville, S.C.
Posts: 2,670
|
I found out that the boxster can easily fit one lucky teen guy and two cheer leaders today  . (Don't worry it was a short drive.)
Last edited by BIGJake111; 01-20-2015 at 12:27 PM.
|
|
|
|
|
01-20-2015, 06:37 PM
|
#14
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: California
Posts: 1,859
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by BIGJake111
I found out that the boxster can easily fit one lucky teen guy and two cheer leaders today . (Don't worry it was a short drive.) |
Pictures or it didn't happen.
__________________
Jäger
300K Mile Club
|
|
|
|
|
01-20-2015, 06:57 PM
|
#15
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Montreal, QC. (currently expat to Shanghai)
Posts: 3,249
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by BIGJake111
I found out that the boxster can easily fit one lucky teen guy and two cheer leaders today . (Don't worry it was a short drive.) |
JD reborn. Can't believe this is happening
__________________
______________________________
'97 Boxster base model 2.5L, Guards Red/Tan leather, with a new but old Alpine am/fm radio.
|
|
|
|
|
01-20-2015, 07:37 PM
|
#16
|
|
98 Arctic silver 986
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Upstate, NY
Posts: 1,452
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Jager
Pictures or it didn't happen.
|
Agreed!! 
|
|
|
|
01-21-2015, 03:58 AM
|
#17
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Greenville, S.C.
Posts: 2,670
|
No photos, however, I did enjoy the fact that the destination was the feild house. Jock central, there were many envious stares!
|
|
|
|
|
01-21-2015, 04:04 AM
|
#18
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Oklahoma City
Posts: 856
|
That beats my experience in HS: Three male band members, two tubas, three trombones, and five trumpets riding to the field house crammed in a 1966 VW.
__________________
"Remember, I'm pulling for ya! We're all in this together."
|
|
|
|
|
01-21-2015, 09:46 AM
|
#19
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Buffalo NY
Posts: 184
|
"this one time, at band camp.... "
|
|
|
|
|
01-21-2015, 12:36 PM
|
#20
|
|
On the slippery slope
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Austin and Palm Springs
Posts: 3,798
|
Had a slight vibration in the steering wheel from 60 mph+
Took it in and got the front wheels Road Force balanced
Vibration gone. Well worth the $30 it cost
__________________
2004 Boxster S 6 speed - DRL relay hack, Polaris AutoTop DIY
2004 996 Targa Tip
Instructor - San Diego region
2014 Porsche Performance Driving School
2020 BMW X3, 2013 Ram 1500, 2016 Cmax, 2004 F-150 "Big Red"
|
|
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is On
|
|
|
All times are GMT -8. The time now is 01:52 AM.
| |
Jägermobile
Jagermobiles
Jager4Smobile
The Hoe
Avante
Porsche
2004 Porsche Boxster S
2004 Porsche 996 Targa
Mean Motor Scooter
Molly
Yellowbird
1998 Porsche 986
Hybrid Mode
