06-20-2016, 10:58 PM
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Join Date: May 2016
Location: Northern Indiana
Posts: 410
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Best. Mod. Ever. ???
I was curious as to the best mods that all have done, as in "what has added the most benefit?" I suppose mods generally fall into 3 categories:
1- Performance
2- Aesthetic
3- Comfort/convenience
For me, the best mods I have done (as in the ones I am most glad I did), would be:
- speaker upgrade: replaced all stock with Diamond Audio HEX + rear speakers
Why best? I find myself listening to a lot of music, and stock didn't cut it.
- iPod cable (using AUX (CD changer) input on Becker)
Why best? Same as above + I like the OEM look but wanted to add my library.
- padded armrests: While door panels were off, upholstered the flip up arm rests.
Why best? Besides looking much better, the padding is soooo much more comfortable. As trivial as it seems, this might be the best thing I have done, or could ever do. Used a professional trimmer, and the result was totally stock look.
Anyway, what about everyone else?
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06-20-2016, 11:27 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Montreal, QC. (currently expat to Shanghai)
Posts: 3,249
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MWS
2- Aesthetic
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For me, changing the stock steering wheel for a fat and much heavier RAID steering wheel made it all happen in the cabin. Feels so much different.
The best (of the very best mods) for me are aesthetic related. Other than a lot of plastic panels & glue add-ons, my boxster and I wouldn't be able to live without their stylish full aluminum body bi-xenon projectors. Also, the wheels needed a very special finishing touch 
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'97 Boxster base model 2.5L, Guards Red/Tan leather, with a new but old Alpine am/fm radio.
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06-21-2016, 06:24 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: S. New Jersey
Posts: 1,239
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Cat delete pipes. I like the subtle sound enhancement they make. It's a hint, like a spice added to good food
A lot of work but not much $$$
It and the Low temp thermo. are the only actual mods I've done. Everything else has been replacing bad or preventative item replacement.
Though the low temp may be the best for the car as I am seeing 10-15 degree cooler running temps on the hwy
Right now I'm just trying to stay ahead or even on the mechanicals. I do like that the front bumper Nine8Six.
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Seal Grey
Last edited by kk2002s; 06-21-2016 at 06:34 AM.
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06-21-2016, 07:16 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Austin
Posts: 395
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Beautiful centercaps, actually many beautiful touches nine8six.
Best mods for me
Custom AOS
Complete audio upgrade
Targa top
Remote oil fill delete
Remote dipstick delete
And many orher little things
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06-21-2016, 08:00 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Agoura Hills (LA) So.Cal.
Posts: 1,574
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1- Performance - I've left the engine and suspension stock so I have to skip this category. -EDIT- Numeric Shift Console and Cables
2- Aesthetic - The PSE (Porsche Sports Exhaust) is my favorite.
3- Comfort/convenience - I have to agree with Nine8Six, I had my steering wheel reworked by CarsDream in Poland. Very nice.
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1997 993 Cab - Sold; 1997 993 Turbo - Sold
2001 Boxster S - Original Owner - 30K Miles -SOLD
Last edited by Chuck W.; 06-21-2016 at 02:43 PM.
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06-21-2016, 09:33 AM
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2003 Base 5-speed
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Stoneham, MA
Posts: 949
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Best. Mod. Ever. ???
Performance (sort of) - ball bearing short shift kit
Aesthetics - gauge trim rings, bat wing, and door sill plates
Comfort/Convenience - top down while in motion, variable intermittent wipers, ultimate cup holders
 
Love Fred and Chuck's cars!
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06-21-2016, 10:53 AM
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98 Arctic silver 986
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Upstate, NY
Posts: 1,452
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I like all the mods I've done to the car so far. My favorites in no particular order are Rewrapped three spoke steering wheel with leather airbag, Ben006's short shifter, Nine8six headlight conversion and aftermarket top with glass window.
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06-21-2016, 10:55 AM
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98 Arctic silver 986
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Upstate, NY
Posts: 1,452
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A few more.
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06-21-2016, 12:27 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Oregon
Posts: 455
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All two of my mods have been great: Comfort top module, and desnorkeling.
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'04 Midnight Blue Metallic 986
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06-21-2016, 01:42 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Bastrop, Tx
Posts: 2,644
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1- Performance
3.4 996 motor. I give lots of rides to other Boxster owners and they all like the increased power.
2- Aesthetic
GT3 front bumper and black trimmed headlights
3- Comfort/convenience
No insulation and no stereo. Keeping the AC system was my idea of creature comfort
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06-21-2016, 08:00 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Oregon
Posts: 119
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tommy583
A few more.
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Very nice, love the aerokit I
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2004 986 Basalt Black Metallic. L&N IMS Retrofit, 996 Door Cards, Smarttop, Aerokit II bumper and sideskirts, Toth ducktail
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06-21-2016, 08:18 PM
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Certified Boxster Addict
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 7,669
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Full suspension upgrade. Awesome handling, lower ride height, street comfortable on full soft.
1. Bilstein PSS9 Stocks
2. New Upper Front Shock Mounts
3. New Upper Rear Shock Mounts
4. Rear Tarett Anti-Sway Bar
5. Front Porsche 996 GT3 Anti-Sway Bar
6. Rear Tarett Drop Links
7. Front Tarett Drop Links
8. Rear Tarett Toe Links
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1999 996 C2 - sold - bought back - sold for more
1997 Spec Boxster BSR #254
1979 911 SC
POC Licensed DE/TT Instructor
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06-21-2016, 08:46 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Houston
Posts: 370
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The previous owner did the install but without a doubt the short shifter is an absolute must upgrade IMHO. I've driven one with and without it...
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http://imgur.com/a/k0Wtl - My 914-6 Build/Project Story
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06-21-2016, 09:05 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Chandler, AZ
Posts: 1,796
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Driver modification - some HPDEs
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02 Boxster S Guards Red, black interior with matching hardtop
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06-21-2016, 09:07 PM
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Rookie
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Portland Oregon
Posts: 215
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Performance, installed a double din with dvd playback in motion, nav and backup camera. While it seems like a convience it really was a drastic perfomance and feature upgrade over the stock deck.
Aesthetic is kinda a toss up. Replacing the stock grey 17" turbo twist rims with 19" SSR GT3 rims was drastic but then Eibach lowering springs (even just the modest 1" drop) really changed the look from inside and outside of the car, far more than I thought it would.
Convience is easy, there is nothing cooler than rolling up to a light and raising the top without worrying the light will turn before its fully up. The best convience mod didnt cost me a dime and is used daily, top up\down in motion hack.
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06-22-2016, 01:18 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Montreal, QC. (currently expat to Shanghai)
Posts: 3,249
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tommy583
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Omg this Boxster car is amazingly beautiful. If those extra panels and C wheels would have been available in my location at the time no doubts they would have been installed in a flash. The best.
Like the new roof Tommy, I like how black it is (compared to my 20years old gray'ish roof loll). Your car literally looks brand new.
Nice work man (same to all here who've modded their ride)
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'97 Boxster base model 2.5L, Guards Red/Tan leather, with a new but old Alpine am/fm radio.
Last edited by Nine8Six; 06-22-2016 at 01:21 AM.
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06-22-2016, 03:15 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: QC
Posts: 412
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Gt3 centre console delete opens up the cabin for comfort. Short shift. Lightning cable from iPhone to CD-R 220.
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06-22-2016, 03:26 AM
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IronDeadPool
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Toronto
Posts: 125
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tommy583
I like all the mods I've done to the car so far. My favorites in no particular order are Rewrapped three spoke steering wheel with leather airbag, Ben006's short shifter, Nine8six headlight conversion and aftermarket top with glass window.
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Love your headlights where can I get a set!
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06-22-2016, 03:37 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: South Wales, UK
Posts: 852
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I believe they're retrofitted bi-xenon projectors, with the inserts painted black. Easy to do yourself if you know how 
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Bi-xenon Headlight Upgrade | 987 S 18" Anthracite Alloys | Android Head Unit | 5000k 55w HID's | 5000k Cree DRL's | 5000k Cree number plate lights | Cree LED Indicators | One-touch roof operation | Bypass exhaust pipes | Parking sensors | Ambient footwell lighting
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06-22-2016, 03:49 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: Detroit
Posts: 211
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1998 Boxster
Aesthetics:
-Paint front vents black to match side vents.
-Replace broken visor mirror covers
-Paintless dent repair & Colorite touch up paint for stone chips.
-New LCD screen for climate control
-New leather shifter boot
Performance
-New Continental ExtremeContact DW's
-Short shifter
Convenience
Pin mod on convertible top relay so it can be lowered without stopping.
Pioneer 6200NEX GPS Bluetooth Appleplay head unit
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Name my car - no
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1998 Porsche 986
2004 986
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