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I had a set of Cayman S 18" wheels on my 2001...

I had a set of Cayman S 18" wheels on my 2001 Boxster S. They fit without spacers but did sit further out than the stock 18" 986 wheels.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-17-2018, 01:17 PM

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Season is over.

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Posted By linklaw

I watched the weather on the news the other night...

I watched the weather on the news the other night and saw that snow was coming. I grabbed my electric impact wrench and jumped in the pickup. Over to the storage unit to pick up my snow tires,...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

10-30-2018, 05:07 PM

Replies: 0

Indie shop in Pittsburgh?

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Posted By linklaw

Indie shop in Pittsburgh?

My long time mechanic retired and I am looking for a reliable indie shop in Pittsburgh, PA to work on my 986 and 987. Any suggestions? Thanks.

John

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-28-2018, 05:00 PM

Replies: 25

4 stages of IMS failure.

Views: 3,476

Posted By linklaw

So, if my math is correct, it cost around $32700...

So, if my math is correct, it cost around $32700 for the replacement engine, in a 10 ear old car? That's insane and great that you didn't have to pay, but for that money you should have been able to...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-31-2017, 11:21 AM

Replies: 19

Weathertech

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Posted By linklaw

I have Weathertech rubber mats. I am on my second...

I have Weathertech rubber mats. I am on my second set of them for my 2001 S. When I went to order them the second time, they didn't show an application for the 986. I ordered the front mats for the...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

07-30-2017, 03:47 AM

Replies: 6,710

What did you do with/to your Boxster today?

Views: 1,228,934

Posted By linklaw

Yesterday I replaced the worn out trailing arms...

Yesterday I replaced the worn out trailing arms with TRW units. No more rattling from the rear when going over bumps! I should have done it a couple years ago. It was an easy job involving jacking...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

05-08-2017, 05:57 PM

Replies: 17

Replace a double row IMS at clutch time?

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Posted By linklaw

I needed a clutch in my 2001 S at 45,000 miles...

I needed a clutch in my 2001 S at 45,000 miles and planned to do the IMS bearing because of the model year uncertainty of single (high failure rate) or dual row bearing. When my mechanic got the car...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-26-2017, 04:01 AM

Replies: 21

New choos for NOTA550 faux Fuchs

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Posted By linklaw

They look great. What brand are they? Where did...

They look great. What brand are they? Where did you get them?

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-21-2016, 01:54 AM

Replies: 32

I hit a deer!!

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Posted By linklaw

My 2008 Cayman was hit by a deer in September of...

My 2008 Cayman was hit by a deer in September of this year. My wife and I were driving down a rural road when the deer jumped into our path and hit the car while it was air born. The damage to the...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-14-2016, 02:40 AM

Replies: 25

Super Fast Rear Tire Wear

Views: 4,599

Posted By linklaw

Super Fast Rear Tire Wear

Last October I put a set of Bridgestone Potenza tires on the rear of my 2001 Boxster S. I looked at them last week and discovered they are worn down to the wear bars. The wear is even across each...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-11-2016, 03:42 AM

Replies: 13

Should I trade in my Boxster for a Cayman?

Views: 1,458

Posted By linklaw

I have a 2001 Boxster S and my wife has a 2008...

I have a 2001 Boxster S and my wife has a 2008 Cayman S. I have a hardtop and winter tires for the Boxster and it goes just fine in the winter. Even though I have a set of winter tires for the...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

05-31-2016, 05:18 PM

Replies: 3

Pvgp 2016

Views: 922

Posted By linklaw

See you there Ed.

See you there Ed.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-20-2016, 02:41 AM

Replies: 17

Does a hardtop fit in the back of a Toyota FJ Cruiser

Views: 1,496

Posted By linklaw

I brought mine home in the bed of a Silverado,...

I brought mine home in the bed of a Silverado, propped over a couch I was also hauling. I covered the hardtop with blankets and laid it across the couch then strapped everything down. No problem on...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-20-2016, 02:34 AM

Replies: 6

Comparing my car to an '84 Carrera

Views: 1,038

Posted By linklaw

I have had a 1984 Carrera, a 1987 Carrera, 2001...

I have had a 1984 Carrera, a 1987 Carrera, 2001 Boxster, 2001 Boxster S (current car) and a 2008 Cayman S (current car). I my opinion, the 986 and 987 cars are far and away easier to drive, more...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-06-2015, 02:50 AM

Replies: 17

The stuff works

Views: 2,145

Posted By linklaw

I use sea foam in my lawnmower and weed wacker....

I use sea foam in my lawnmower and weed wacker. It seems to cut through the gunk from reformulated gas. I have also put it in the tank of some old British cars I have. Seems to make them run smoother...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-28-2015, 05:30 AM

Replies: 10

Boster plastic trim interior

Views: 1,311

Posted By linklaw

Are you sure you don't have a stick on...

Are you sure you don't have a stick on aftermarket wood grain kit installed? I recall seeing those advertised years ago. If so, you might be able to just peel it off, remove the glue or tape with...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-03-2015, 02:59 AM

Replies: 40

How many Boxster do you see a week?

Views: 2,741

Posted By linklaw

In Pittsburgh, I saw one two weeks ago. In the...

In Pittsburgh, I saw one two weeks ago. In the winter they are very scarce on the roads. In summer, I see 5 or 6 a week.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-13-2014, 12:44 PM

Replies: 54

What's your daily driver?

Views: 4,539

Posted By linklaw

2001 Boxster S or 2006 Range Rover Sport.

2001 Boxster S or 2006 Range Rover Sport.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-20-2014, 06:55 PM

Replies: 8

Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix

Views: 1,179

Posted By linklaw

See you there Ed. I will be bringing a Morgan,...

See you there Ed. I will be bringing a Morgan, MGB and AC MKIV to British Car Day. Are you bringing both of your P Cars? For anybody who loves cars and camaraderie, this event is one of the best...

Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted

05-19-2014, 10:34 AM

Replies: 1

WTB TRMotorsports Wheels

Views: 1,039

Posted By linklaw

Still looking. Does anybody have a set they...

Still looking. Does anybody have a set they would part with?

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

05-04-2014, 05:32 PM

Replies: 16

IMS Bearing Replaced Today

Views: 2,041

Posted By linklaw

Hey Ed. What's up? I'm glad you joined the...

Hey Ed. What's up? I'm glad you joined the Boxster owners ranks. You can give your Bahnstormer a rest. I am definitely looking forward to some car events this summer. I am sure I will see you at...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

05-02-2014, 06:09 PM

Replies: 16

IMS Bearing Replaced Today

Views: 2,041

Posted By linklaw

heliguy, I did not start out planning to replace...

heliguy, I did not start out planning to replace the flywheel. When my mechanic had everything apart he called me and I went to look at it. He thought it was a little rough and when I tried the test...

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