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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-28-2016, 09:45 AM
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Posted By smshirk
This is great stuff. I would love to see more....

This is great stuff. I would love to see more. Ive had durameteic for several years, but am not well schooled in its use. I have 2 cars with ME 7.2, plus a 968 that Is pre obd2. I'm not sure the tool...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-18-2016, 06:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 775
Posted By smshirk
I would bet on the ignition. If you're lucky...

I would bet on the ignition. If you're lucky there is a cheap
Plastic part on rear of ignition that causes seemingly unrelated electrical issues.


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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-18-2016, 05:16 PM
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Posted By smshirk
Damn is there no where to get away from political...

Damn is there no where to get away from political bull**************** this is a Porsche forum


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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-18-2016, 03:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,039
Posted By smshirk
boxster vs 996 handling

I have both and the 986 definitely handles much better, feels lighter, more responsive. I love them both but for different reasons. Both have fairly new ROW M030 suspensions


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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-18-2016, 03:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,088
Posted By smshirk
Rough running when oil cap removed is normal....

Rough running when oil cap removed is normal. Positive crank case I believe they call it


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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-18-2016, 03:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,977
Posted By smshirk
I have a beautiful set of gemballas that...

I have a beautiful set of gemballas that unfortunately will not fit the 986


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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-18-2016, 03:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,977
Posted By smshirk
The 18 turbo twist wheels didn't have those...

The 18 turbo twist wheels didn't have those marking near the valve. Neither do the other 18s that came out in the m96 years


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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-18-2016, 01:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,500
Posted By smshirk
Speedlines look great on any Porsche IMO. They...

Speedlines look great on any Porsche IMO. They are super expensive though, even 17s. You can get Italian look alikes
That are fairly nice. I had a set on my 82 Sc. I had to buy the wheels, then have...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-15-2016, 06:23 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,345
Posted By smshirk
My last water pump to be installed

I wouldnt do that. Cheap water pumps can break apart and ruin an engine. Good ones can as well, but it's much more likely using one like you are considering . The next guy is not going to know....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-12-2016, 08:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,608
Posted By smshirk
Fabspeed definitely produces hp gain. A lot of...

Fabspeed definitely produces hp gain. A lot of testing has been done and few others produce results. That being said, save the 4k and get a good intake. The sound from the intake is much sweeter than...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-08-2016, 08:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,292
Posted By smshirk
Get the M030 suspension if it is still available....

Get the M030 suspension if it is still available. You may have to call the dealer in Oregon and have it shipped to your indy. I got it from them for around 1200. Installation isn't cheap, but do a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2016, 10:42 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,727
Posted By smshirk
When i said performance increase i should have...

When i said performance increase i should have qualified that by saying only if you invest in the complete replacement, headers, cats and all. The cat back won't give you anything extra but noise
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2016, 10:40 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,727
Posted By smshirk
They all drone at some level. The Fabspeed is...

They all drone at some level. The Fabspeed is best as you say. It delivers some additional performance. That being said, your best bet is to keep your stock exhaust and invest in a new intake. After...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2016, 10:30 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 7,345
Posted By smshirk
I just cant understand people bashing Jake Raby....

I just cant understand people bashing Jake Raby. before he and L&N brought their first product to market, M96 owners had one choice for any internal engine problem. A total engine replacement from a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-30-2015, 06:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,463
Posted By smshirk
My boxster seats are great. My 996 seats have...

My boxster seats are great. My 996 seats have worn out and need repadding. It now hurts my back. They hsve similar mileage sonim not sure why the 996 seats wore out faster. They atent exactly tge...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-30-2015, 06:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,332
Posted By smshirk
I have a hoist. One piece of advice. Wrap all the...

I have a hoist. One piece of advice. Wrap all the hardware with rubber tape or something to keep you from scratching the top. I learned that the hard way
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-30-2015, 06:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,530
Posted By smshirk
Wet okele has the best seat covers imho. They...

Wet okele has the best seat covers imho. They have some monogramming available but i doubt they will do a porsche emblem. Pcna will definitely come after them if they do

You cancalso getvthem...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-30-2015, 05:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,716
Posted By smshirk
My raby powered boxster gets up to about -180 and...

My raby powered boxster gets up to about -180 and stays there no matter what. My stock 996 fluctuates with ambient temps, speed, traffic etc and regularly is over 200. Sitting in traffic in the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-30-2015, 05:45 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,933
Posted By smshirk
59 vw beetle. I paid 350 bucks for it

59 vw beetle. I paid 350 bucks for it
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-30-2015, 05:39 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,831
Posted By smshirk
Multiple Porsches....

I have three right now, including 968 cab, 986 and 996. I recently sold my 80 911 weissach. I practically gave it away. It developed cancer and i didnt want to spend the money to fix it. The 968 is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-28-2015, 08:57 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 32,626
Posted By smshirk
A price point under 10k seems highly unlikely to...

A price point under 10k seems highly unlikely to me. If that does happen i would think you couldn't make them fast enough. Replacing an M96 motor right now is a very expensive proposition. 10k would...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-13-2015, 12:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,688
Posted By smshirk
I just replaced mine. It's pretty easy. Take the...

I just replaced mine. It's pretty easy. Take the old one out and look at how it goes together and its a 5 minute job. You could do just one side but when one breaks the other isn't far behind. I...
Forum: Boxsters and Cayman Cars for Sale or Wanted 03-25-2015, 08:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,528
Posted By smshirk
Raby Powered 2001 Boxster S

Full high performance Flat6 Innovations built 3.6 engine with L&N heads, Pistons rods, et al. Full Fabspeed exhaust system, headers, cats the whole works. Cold air intake, and built as one of Jake's...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-05-2014, 07:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,434
Posted By smshirk
I hear thst noise from time to time but not often...

I hear thst noise from time to time but not often and only fir a couple of seconds. Until I saw this thread I wasn't sure it was the AC but I'm pretty sure it is now.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-26-2014, 05:52 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 13,625
Posted By smshirk
Someone that drives more Porsches than I do. I...

Someone that drives more Porsches than I do. I drive an 80 911 SC when its not too hot outside, a 94 968 Cab, and a 2001 Boxster S with a Raby full performance upgraded 3.6. I sold my 996 to pay for...
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