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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-21-2010, 06:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 989
Posted By spyder803
Strange vibrations, maybe?

I have a 2003S with 52k miles. I recently (week ago) changed my tires and wheels and have developed a vibration. The car tracks straight and I have no issues until 70 mph in 6th gear and then I can...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-27-2010, 01:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,324
Posted By spyder803
Take those horrible black decals off the sides...

Take those horrible black decals off the sides and they look much better. :D
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-22-2010, 06:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 14,710
Posted By spyder803
Agreed, hadn't noticed this until I changed my...

Agreed, hadn't noticed this until I changed my ignition switch also but they do go off.
Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 04-06-2010, 04:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,231
Posted By spyder803
Try Eurotech 858-638-1435 EXT.803

Try Eurotech 858-638-1435 EXT.803
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-22-2010, 08:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,695
Posted By spyder803
New wheels require 5mm spacers

Just got a response from Eurotech that the wheels I am interested in will require 5mm spacers. Will I need to change out my lug bolts to accomodate these spacers as well or will my stock lug bolts...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-19-2010, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,284
Posted By spyder803
Letting it idle for a few minutes is fine, there...

Letting it idle for a few minutes is fine, there is no pressing need to drive it around before an oil change.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-14-2010, 12:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,208
Posted By spyder803
Looking for wheel suggestions

As the title says, I am looking to change out my current wheels on my 2003 S. The previous owner had a regular habit of hitting curbs so I have some rash and some bends on my current wheels. I've...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-14-2010, 12:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,000
Posted By spyder803
I am currently looking for some new wheels and...

I am currently looking for some new wheels and tires as well, who did you purchase them from? Do you have a link?
Forum: DIY Project Guides 07-20-2009, 05:29 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,266
Posted By spyder803
Glad you were able to work it out, great write...

Glad you were able to work it out, great write up! Mine was black as well. I didn't line up the half moon correctly the first time which was part of my problem but we pulled it back out and got it...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-14-2009, 05:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,542
Posted By spyder803
I'd install the rears and see how that sounded. ...

I'd install the rears and see how that sounded. If you still want more sound I would consider getting some surface mount tweeters and installing them on the doors and see how that works out.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-12-2009, 12:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,826
Posted By spyder803
Randall there is currently a red leather dash on...

Randall there is currently a red leather dash on ebay that may interest you. Price seems reasonable. :cheers:
Forum: DIY Project Guides 07-12-2009, 10:55 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,266
Posted By spyder803
Seems like just about everything electronic is...

Seems like just about everything electronic is somehow tied in through that switch. You can end up with lots of issues such as alarm going off, key stuck, engine running after turning off, battery...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 07-12-2009, 07:31 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,266
Posted By spyder803
My experience started the same. I took my time...

My experience started the same. I took my time to remove the red paint that is covering the existing screw heads and then got a 110 lber to finish the job. First time my wife was able to say she...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-05-2009, 03:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,398
Posted By spyder803
Depends on which ones those are. There are cheap...

Depends on which ones those are. There are cheap ones on Ebay that ship from China or Taiwan which some folks have reported having problems with. They don't line up right or they just look cheap. ...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-04-2009, 05:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,118
Posted By spyder803
Either here or on Ren there is a post where I...

Either here or on Ren there is a post where I person bought the momentary switch and cut these to make them work. Looks fairly simple if you can solder, may try a search on both sites.

Course as...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 07-02-2009, 05:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,266
Posted By spyder803
I assure you it can be done, I ended up just...

I assure you it can be done, I ended up just cutting one of my smaller screw drivers down to size in order to remove the screws.

Also, my problem started out exactly like yours. My key stopped...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-27-2009, 08:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,150
Posted By spyder803
Just completed mine as well and I agree, thanks...

Just completed mine as well and I agree, thanks to the great information here by everyone I was able to complete this repair myself as well. A little hard getting into position, but other than that,...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-26-2009, 06:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,266
Posted By spyder803
I had read that it could be done either way and...

I had read that it could be done either way and figured disconnecting would be the safer bet. Hopefully there wont be any need to do this again in the future though as I had a real hard time getting...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-26-2009, 05:53 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,266
Posted By spyder803
Got it working now and no lights at all. Thanks,

Got it working now and no lights at all. Thanks,
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-26-2009, 05:10 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,266
Posted By spyder803
Ignition switch problems, need advice/ help

Had trouble last week getting my key out of the ignition and noticed it no longer kicked back to on once started so I did a search and ordered the electric piece of the ignition and researched...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-24-2009, 06:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,389
Posted By spyder803
Well I went ahead and ordered the one above, did...

Well I went ahead and ordered the one above, did I do the right thing? I have right over 40k miles right now and figured even if my current belt is alright having a spare readily available would be...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-22-2009, 04:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,389
Posted By spyder803
******************************** serpentine belt

Does anyone have any concerns or bad experiences with the serpentine belt offered by ********************************?

Item number : 6PK2115 Description: CRP-Contitech Serpentine Belt/Ribbed Drive Belt
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-22-2009, 04:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,470
Posted By spyder803
Thanks for the info everybody. lil Bastard,...

Thanks for the info everybody.

lil Bastard, I for one am glad the Porsche disengages as my current problem would burn up the starter on an older model vehicle. My parts will be here Wednesday and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-20-2009, 07:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,470
Posted By spyder803
Ignition switch question

I've gone ahead and ordered a replacement electronic portion but wanted to ask, when you turn your ignition to start the car does it normally kick back from the "Start" position to an "On" position...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-20-2009, 02:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,818
Posted By spyder803
Thanks, I was able to get it off following your...

Thanks, I was able to get it off following your advice.
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