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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-22-2013, 07:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,502
Posted By ericinca
I've had this problem and replaced my visor. You...

I've had this problem and replaced my visor. You will need to replace the visor as the mechanism that "locks" it is built into the visor, and the whole part must be ordered. Hopefully you can get...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-22-2013, 06:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,245
Posted By ericinca
If you use the standard enclosure in the door,...

If you use the standard enclosure in the door, the replacement speakers that will fit are 5 1/4". You can get 6 1/2" speakers to fit in there which will offer better bass, but it will require you to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-09-2013, 10:13 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,150
Posted By ericinca
The ones from Direct Circuit will definitely fit...

The ones from Direct Circuit will definitely fit in a 986. It did on mine. Those "slots" around the ring are supposed to be trimmed, and you only need the slots where you're going to mount the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-22-2012, 07:16 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,150
Posted By ericinca
Check out the adaptor rings here: Direct...

Check out the adaptor rings here:

Direct Circuit - The only dealer with the Porsche Audio Speaker Upgrade Kit (http://directcircuit.com/)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-09-2012, 07:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,004
Posted By ericinca
Are there any heat issues related to putting this...

Are there any heat issues related to putting this LED next to the low beams that might shorten the life of the LED? I've been reading about this issue on some of the other threads in this forum. ...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-14-2012, 06:57 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,006
Posted By ericinca
Sun visor hinge not moving smoothly

Has anyone run into this problem where the hinge of the visor is not allowing the visor to move up and down smoothly? It is not the common "visor mirror" problem but the main hinge of the visor.
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-02-2012, 10:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,901
Posted By ericinca
Thanks for the all the collective great advice! ...

Thanks for the all the collective great advice! It sounds like the general consensus is that the OEM head unit sucks. I'll have to look into a replacement head unit, and have read about many AVIC...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-02-2012, 07:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,901
Posted By ericinca
Still lousy audio after upgrades?

I regret to say this, but the sound in my 986 still sounds worse than the audio in my humble Honda Civic after upgrading various components in the car. Come on Porsche!

I still have the CDR-220...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 04-29-2012, 04:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,249
Posted By ericinca
FS: Door speakers and enclosures

This is a pair of OEM woofers and enclosures which were pulled from my car with the enhanced stereo system. They are in excellent condition.

Use them for installing into your doors, replacing...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 04-28-2012, 08:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,239
Posted By ericinca
These are sold! Thanks for your interest.

These are sold! Thanks for your interest.
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 04-21-2012, 07:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,239
Posted By ericinca
FS: OEM Floormats

Porsche OEM floormats used but in excellent condition. See photo.

Beige color with embossed "PORSCHE" logo. The pair is available for both driver and passenger sides.

$39 shipped to your...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 04-21-2012, 07:22 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,021
Posted By ericinca
FS: Woofer enclosures

This pair of woofers and enclosures are pulled from my car and they are in excellent shape.

Use them for installing into your doors or for retrofitting 5 1/4" speakers into the door without damage...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-02-2012, 12:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,736
Posted By ericinca
I have purchased one of these tops from EBay and...

I have purchased one of these tops from EBay and installed it myself on a 99 Boxster a couple years ago. It is a high-quality top as good as any you'll find anywhere.

The install is definitely...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-17-2012, 09:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,858
Posted By ericinca
A Porsche dealer in our area has run $165 oil...

A Porsche dealer in our area has run $165 oil change specials on occasion, and I try to take advantage of those occasions. I believe they usually charge the $265 also. There's a indy shop here that...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-10-2012, 08:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,634
Posted By ericinca
I just removed the headlamps recently myself. I...

I just removed the headlamps recently myself. I remember you have to rotate back 90 degrees after the 180 for it to disengage. It's described in the owners manual too.

Good luck.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-27-2012, 12:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,177
Posted By ericinca
I ordered my GAHH top off eBay for less than...

I ordered my GAHH top off eBay for less than $700. Installed it myself but it was a challenging project.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-19-2012, 07:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,980
Posted By ericinca
I had my last set of tires replaced and filled...

I had my last set of tires replaced and filled with nitrogen at no extra charge by the car shop. Since it was no big deal, I didn't have an opinion one way or another. I have been in the habit of...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-13-2012, 02:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,148
Posted By ericinca
Terry, that's great to hear! Enjoy your iTunes!

Terry, that's great to hear! Enjoy your iTunes!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-12-2012, 07:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,405
Posted By ericinca
Try t his: iP-BKR2 iPod Adapter for Becker...

Try t his:

iP-BKR2 iPod Adapter for Becker Radios with "AUX" Menu option :: iPod Adapters & Interfaces :: Discount Car Stereo (http://www.discountcarstereo.com/iP-BKR2.html)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-03-2012, 02:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,148
Posted By ericinca
Terry, it definitely does. I have the CDR-220 in...

Terry, it definitely does. I have the CDR-220 in my car.


Eric
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-03-2012, 12:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,148
Posted By ericinca
I have this one installed in my 986 and it works...

I have this one installed in my 986 and it works great:

BLAU/8-POD2 iPod Adapter for select Blaupunkt Radios :: iPod Adapters & Interfaces :: Discount Car Stereo...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-15-2012, 08:37 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 14,778
Posted By ericinca
I just had it done this week on a 99 tip with 16K...

I just had it done this week on a 99 tip with 16K (low miles I know!). The original bearing had oil in it but was otherwise in good shape. Mechanic said it was very tight. Spent $1,800 with parts...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-11-2012, 07:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,774
Posted By ericinca
I can highly recommend Premier Upholstery...

I can highly recommend Premier Upholstery (http://www.premierupholstery.com/) in Santa Clara. I installed my own top with a glass window to save some bucks, but when I couldn't get it perfect, they...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-07-2012, 09:24 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,150
Posted By ericinca
@Chris, there is an after-market plastic bracket...

@Chris, there is an after-market plastic bracket designed just for the 986/996 that you can buy that will accommodate the after market speakers. 4.5" inch speakers will attach to the dash grille...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-06-2012, 09:57 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,150
Posted By ericinca
I don't want to get into religious discussions...

I don't want to get into religious discussions here... but here goes. Before I was a 986 guy, I was an audiophile of sorts. I've purchased both Infinity and Polk speakers for my various cars in my...
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