11-29-2006, 08:46 AM
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Out of curiosity, is there any forced induction available for boxsters? I feel like I am going to have to get customized products if I want anything. (I don't want forced induction really, I just want something  )
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11-29-2006, 08:59 AM
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wait for your break in period ends....drive it for a while, trust me theres a lot that this car offeres that evn we cant get out of it, but adding HP to these cars is so messes up, few grand for few hp thats what it comes down to.
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11-29-2006, 09:11 AM
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Hi,
Another newbie ...just bought a Boxster, where I can I get this Go-Fast part or that? thread... yawn...
Well, first, break the car in, give it and you a Shakedown Cruise. Next, be sure that you're not interferring with the Warranty by adding non-authorized parts and Mods. Then, do your research, there's lots of information to gather before you start throwing money at the Aftermarket. Finally, before anything else, spend some time and $$ on a proper Driving Course so you can use the performance the car already has to it's fullest - best MOD available!
If, after all this you still feel the need to make changes, at least you'll know what you're doing and won't waste time and $$ or hurt the Car. Good Luck!...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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11-29-2006, 09:35 AM
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Originally Posted by MNBoxster
Hi,
Another newbie ...just bought a Boxster, where I can I get this Go-Fast part or that? thread... yawn...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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Dont mean any disrespect but your being a jerk. I know you gave good advice below that comment but next time, maybe the advice is all you should offer rather than that ^^^.
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11-29-2006, 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by CJ_Boxster
Dont mean any disrespect but your being a jerk. I know you gave good advice below that comment but next time, maybe the advice is all you should offer rather than that ^^^.
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Hi,
Sorry, I don't see it that way at all...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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11-29-2006, 09:50 AM
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Hi,
Sorry, I don't see it that way at all...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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Dont sweat it.
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11-29-2006, 09:53 AM
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Originally Posted by MNBoxster
Hi,
Another newbie ...just bought a Boxster, where I can I get this Go-Fast part or that? thread... yawn...
Well, first, break the car in, give it and you a Shakedown Cruise. Next, be sure that you're not interferring with the Warranty by adding non-authorized parts and Mods. Then, do your research, there's lots of information to gather before you start throwing money at the Aftermarket. Finally, before anything else, spend some time and $$ on a proper Driving Course so you can use the performance the car already has to it's fullest - best MOD available!
If, after all this you still feel the need to make changes, at least you'll know what you're doing and won't waste time and $$ or hurt the Car. Good Luck!...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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Appreciate the advice but you're being really, really presumptuous in your post and I don't think I need to point out where or what.
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11-29-2006, 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Bavarian Motorist
Appreciate the advice but you're being really, really presumptuous in your post and I don't think I need to point out where or what.
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Hi,
No, I don't think I'm being at all presumptuous when you post things like changing the OBD (DME in Porsche parlance) software changes the compression ratios. Clearly the depth of your understanding (or at least expression) is not as deep as you may think.
I meant no harm, nor directed any negative comment toward you personally. Take my advice, or reject it, as you choose. Makes me no nevermind...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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11-29-2006, 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by MNBoxster
Hi,
No, I don't think I'm being at all presumptuous when you post things like changing the OBD (DME in Porsche parlance) software changes the compression ratios. Clearly the depth of your understanding (or at least expression) is not as deep as you may think.
I meant no harm, nor directed any negative comment toward you personally. Take my advice, or reject it, as you choose. Makes me no nevermind...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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You did it again... Your basically saying "You dont know **************** you dumbass, but no disrespect" in a way you are attacking him, its subtle but VERY anoying and gets old and when you do that in everyother post, everyone tends to notice.
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11-29-2006, 05:10 PM
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Originally Posted by MNBoxster
Hi,
No, I don't think I'm being at all presumptuous when you post things like changing the OBD (DME in Porsche parlance) software changes the compression ratios. Clearly the depth of your understanding (or at least expression) is not as deep as you may think.
I meant no harm, nor directed any negative comment toward you personally. Take my advice, or reject it, as you choose. Makes me no nevermind...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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I meant fuel input or whatever.
I think you're being presumptuous when you post something like, "GO LEARN HOW TO DRIVE", as if I haven't ever gotten training or taken courses. Smells like presumption to me.
Btw, what do you guys think of this?
http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm
It's a bit late for me since I'm on mile 160 or so...but is there any truth to this?
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11-29-2006, 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Bavarian Motorist
I meant fuel input or whatever.
I think you're being presumptuous when you post something like, "GO LEARN HOW TO DRIVE", as if I haven't ever gotten training or taken courses. Smells like presumption to me.
Btw, what do you guys think of this?
http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm
It's a bit late for me since I'm on mile 160 or so...but is there any truth to this? |
Hi,
Try Fuel Injector timing, FI duration, Fuel Pressure, Spark Curve, Spark Timing, Spark duration, etc., it's a little more complex than fuel input. The MAPs on the Motronic 7.8 are 500k in size, that's a lot of data and code.
I never said "GO LEARN HOW TO DRIVE" - your words, not mine. I suggested a proper Driving Course as a most effective means of spending your money. If you have already taken quality courses, fine, move on.
So far as the link you post, that is mainly for Motorcycle engines, perhaps car engines (debatable, and not what Porsche advises), but only engines.
The Break-in period allows all the parts - Gears, Synchros, Rotors, Brake Pads, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Ancillary Bearings, Flywheel, Clutch Disc, and such, to develop wear patterns. Following the advice in that article will not accomplish this, but from the sound of it, you already knew that too.
I'm not being presumptuous when a guy comes on here and says he has trouble finding Aftermarket parts for the Boxster. I just input Boxster Aftermarket Parts into Yahoo Search and it came back with 90,700 hits. I didn't have any trouble, or were these not enough for you..?
As I said, take my advice or not. But, don't come here and jab people because they reply to what you posted with some generally accepted proper advice. Good Luck!...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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11-29-2006, 06:46 PM
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Mike,
Here's a good thread regarding break in :
http://986forum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8110
BTW, the link you posted is mentioned and addressed in this thread as well...
Hope this helps, and welcome the the forum !
Nick
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11-29-2006, 09:48 AM
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Originally Posted by djomlas
wait for your break in period ends....drive it for a while, trust me theres a lot that this car offeres that evn we cant get out of it, but adding HP to these cars is so messes up, few grand for few hp thats what it comes down to.
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I found an obd chip for this car for 1500 bucks. I know those work at least and do add a lot of power. Then again, I can probably mess with the OBD myself to get the same results. All it does it change the compression ratios I think??
Maybe you're right, though. I am being impatient. I just want it to be faster than my dad's sl500. Not that he or anyone else will care...lol. Right now I have to drive like an old lady
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11-29-2006, 09:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Bavarian Motorist
I found an obd chip for this car for 1500 bucks. I know those work at least and do add a lot of power. Then again, I can probably mess with the OBD myself to get the same results. All it does it change the compression ratios I think??
Maybe you're right, though. I am being impatient. I just want it to be faster than my dad's sl500. Not that he or anyone else will care...lol. Right now I have to drive like an old lady |
Well i dont think you will be faster than your fathers sl, but!... you can take turns much faster than he can ever fathom. One thing i love about my boxster when im driving sorta spirited, i can let the throttle open wide and hear that beautiful roar of the engine while still being able to have time and skill to take the next turn with grace and beauty 
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11-29-2006, 11:11 AM
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MNBoxster wrote:
> Then, do your research, there's lots of information to
> gather before you start throwing money at the Aftermarket.
Isn't this exactly what he's doing here?! But yet, you call his post a "yawn"..?! Some people...
-- peer
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11-29-2006, 12:35 PM
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Thanks everyone. I didn't buy an S because it's about 10k more also and a lot more to insure. I am only 18 :\ But this dealer didn't have any anyways so I felt better.
Anyways, I think that upped power will just feel better when I drive it, no?
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11-29-2006, 08:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Bavarian Motorist
Thanks everyone. I didn't buy an S because it's about 10k more also and a lot more to insure. I am only 18 :\ But this dealer didn't have any anyways so I felt better.
Anyways, I think that upped power will just feel better when I drive it, no?
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You are going to spend about 5-10k on your base boxster to get S power. Plus, it won't have a warranty or the reliability and you don't get all the other goodies like better brakes... etc etc. Bottom line is, if you have money to spend on aftermarket hp mods and you want more power, you should've bought an S.
Last edited by Adam; 11-29-2006 at 09:00 PM.
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11-29-2006, 03:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Peer
MNBoxster wrote:
> Then, do your research, there's lots of information to
> gather before you start throwing money at the Aftermarket.
Isn't this exactly what he's doing here?! But yet, you call his post a "yawn"..?! Some people...
-- peer
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I agree with you, We have a forum to our disposal, why make it seem like they shouldnt ask on the Forum. Its a tool and hes using it.
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11-29-2006, 10:32 AM
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Out of curiosity, is there any forced induction available for boxsters? I feel like I am going to have to get customized products if I want anything. (I don't want forced induction really, I just want something ) |
Congrats on the new Box!
My advice: Savor the car during break-in. Open it up wide after that and start exploring what it can do. Sign up for a PCA membership and sign up for a couple of Driver's Education or Auto-cross events -- that will let you explore it even further. (You'd probably have to wait for the new season in spring for these). Then you will have a much better feeling about what (if anything) the car needs. You just made the biggest mod ever: got a brand new Box. Take your time to enjoy it and explore it before you jump onto the next one. I have almost 5k miles on my Box and I am still discerning new experiences (sounds and forces) with every new drive I take.
If power was such a requirement, you should have looked harder for an 06 S. There are bound to be some left out there, and with very nice discounts, too. That would have been the safest, cheapest, and overall best bang for the $ mod, IMHO.
There's plenty of people interested in and doing mods on their cars here. I'm sure you'll hear plenty of suggestions.
Just my $.02
Z.
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