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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-30-2008, 05:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,534
Posted By NJkayaker
Wrecked My 986

Two weeks ago I wrapped my '99 Boxster around a tree. Actually took out two trees before being stopped by one I just couldn't get through. The cops kept looking at me and looking at the car and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-09-2008, 09:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,758
Posted By NJkayaker
Pooling Water In Convertible Compartment

I have a 99 986. I bought it as s fun, fair weather car. It rarely get out in the rain. However, a week ago my regular car was in the shop so I took it out during a torrential rain storm...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-06-2008, 11:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,089
Posted By NJkayaker
Tire Mounting

I am in the process of getting new tires. Once I decide what to get I will get them from Tire Rack. My question is: where do I get them mounted? I can get them done at the mechanic who works on...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-06-2008, 05:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,276
Posted By NJkayaker
Vin # ?

Before I go outside and look: isn't the number on the windshield the VIN number?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-06-2008, 04:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,276
Posted By NJkayaker
Dumb Question: Where Is The Serial Number?

I am trying to join PCA and they require the serial number for the car. I am looking for it in the maintainence book. I am looking at the second page where the vehicle identification sticker is. ...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-11-2008, 12:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,185
Posted By NJkayaker
Autosport Performance : NJ

I would add Autosport Performance in Englewood NJ. I am sure the place in Rockaway is great but it's a hike for anyone in Bergen County. I bought my '99 in August and they have been great. did a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-19-2007, 01:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,346
Posted By NJkayaker
Link

The link is at the bottom of the original post. For 5 years of engine/transmission coverage it doesn'
t seem too bad. There are limits on payments per incident (they are in the actual contract. ...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-19-2007, 11:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,346
Posted By NJkayaker
Powertrain warranty: $700

I was not going with the $3K option for the reasons you give. However I thought the $700 5yr/100K option might be worth it over the next 5 years (if I keep it that long..I'd like to switch to a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-19-2007, 08:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,346
Posted By NJkayaker
Extended Warranty

hi:

I have a 99 Boxster w/64K miles. Everything seems fine and the PPI (bought it in August) didn't turn up anything. However, it is an older car with a few miles on it and I can imagine having...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-23-2007, 09:56 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 14,362
Posted By NJkayaker
Other Cars

2001 Isuzu Trooper and a 2005 Volvo XC70
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-06-2007, 12:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,895
Posted By NJkayaker
Talking Winter Driving

Yeah, but then I get to drive it.. :D

In any case, gives me something to think about. Thanks for the help.

Any other opinios would be welcome. Maybe it will stay warm all winter
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-06-2007, 11:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,895
Posted By NJkayaker
re; Don't Drive It

I shouldn't drive it even if I am going to take it out and really drive it?

I am not talking about just turning it on and letting it sit (even I know that is bad). I am thinking once (twice?) a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-06-2007, 10:57 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,895
Posted By NJkayaker
Winter Usage/Storage

I bought my '99 986 in Agust just in time for the end of summer and fall driving. Now it is getting colder (northern NJ). Originally my plan had been to simply store in my garage through the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-05-2007, 10:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,654
Posted By NJkayaker
North Jersey Shop

Try Autosport Performance in Englewood.

201-816-0911
311 W. Forrest Ave
Englewood Nj 07631

I do not know what they charge but they did the PPI on two cars for me. They are doing a couple of...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-24-2007, 10:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,073
Posted By NJkayaker
Tire Pressure

How is one supposed to measure tire pressure? Tires warmed up or cold? I want to get optimal performance, wear and safety out ogf my tires (given how fr"*&%n expensive they are). Just not sure of...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-22-2007, 04:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,236
Posted By NJkayaker
Low Octane Gas

I did something dumb (hopefully only moderately dumb). I gassed up my '99 Boxster yesterday. I wasn't thinking and said to the guy to fill it up with regular. Our Volvo and Isuzu Trooper take...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2007, 05:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,610
Posted By NJkayaker
Re: Disabling Airbag

Thanks for the info. I haven't let her ride in it (except for a very slow turn around the block) and don't plan to because of the danger. I'll look into the modification. It seems a little pricey...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2007, 04:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,610
Posted By NJkayaker
Disableing Passenger Airbag

Is there a way to disable the passnger airbag in a '99 Boxster? I don't want to do anything major, I just want to know if there is a convenient way to do this. My 6year old was very upset when I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-15-2007, 06:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,425
Posted By NJkayaker
Really dumb Q from a newbie (1st of many)

Just got a '99 w/60K on it. very psyched about my new toy! Have a question that my wife brought up. Not really a big deal but... While you are driving how do you know that the spoiler is...
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