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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-06-2011, 10:24 AM
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Posted By wild1poet2
That link is guessing for 2016 MY. So maybe by...

That link is guessing for 2016 MY. So maybe by then 350hp will seem modest.

The original Boxster 6 was of 2.5L displacement.

I'm not thrilled with the idea.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-06-2011, 06:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,076
Posted By wild1poet2
Wasn't sure if I could link another site here. ...

Wasn't sure if I could link another site here. There have been rumors for awhile of that power range. As has been pointed out the subies' are getting close to that now.

This could be a way to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-05-2011, 05:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,076
Posted By wild1poet2
Next Boxster Mill 4 cylinder?

What are folks thinking about the reports that the next generation Boxster will have a twin turbo flat 2.5L four putting out approx. 350hp and a similar amount of torque?

I'm partial to the 6...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-23-2008, 06:47 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,442
Posted By wild1poet2
I would also hesitate because of GM's status. A...

I would also hesitate because of GM's status. A CH11 filing could quickly precipitate to a CH7 if consumer concerns continue to drop sales. There is concern over the viability of the dealer network...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-06-2008, 06:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,597
Posted By wild1poet2
thanks! i researched this stuff and it sounded...

thanks! i researched this stuff and it sounded amazing. The way i understand it, it's like a grease version of Teflon. so i bought 2oz of the grease, arrived in a couple days and I applied it. ...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-01-2008, 07:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,597
Posted By wild1poet2
FYI: just a follow up the mechanic at...

FYI: just a follow up

the mechanic at the dealer looked it over and said the tension was fine and he applied a 3M silicone paste to the rubber seals. he said it will preserve them and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-20-2008, 03:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,597
Posted By wild1poet2
would graphite be better?

would graphite be better?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-20-2008, 10:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,597
Posted By wild1poet2
Squeaking Top

My car came back from the shop after a 17K service. It's been squeaking inside. Like styrofoam rubbing together. I eventually traced it to the rear top. Pressing the rear window I can replicate...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-13-2008, 11:58 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,600
Posted By wild1poet2
The interesting thing is that I have never seen...

The interesting thing is that I have never seen anyone vandalizing a car. You would think that eventually you would see one taking place. At the mall, driving by a parked car, etc.

I have no...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-06-2008, 08:58 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,526
Posted By wild1poet2
now you're talking.... a la Caroll Shelby and the...

now you're talking.... a la Caroll Shelby and the AC Cobra :D
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-30-2008, 08:08 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 6,830
Posted By wild1poet2
Like many I'm just a motorhead and like just...

Like many I'm just a motorhead and like just about anything with a motor. I like all sorts of machinery especially motorcycles. Cars and bikes are like women. They're all different and beautiful...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-18-2008, 01:02 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,600
Posted By wild1poet2
here's a heartwarming true story ...

here's a heartwarming true story

http://www.snopes.com/politics/military/keyedcar.asp
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-18-2008, 12:15 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,708
Posted By wild1poet2
There's a lot of passive aggression out there. ...

There's a lot of passive aggression out there. Chicken****************s spit on your car and throw muffins. LOL They don't have the balls to do it in front of you.

Just ignore it. They're phuggin losers...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-06-2008, 02:08 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 5,683
Posted By wild1poet2
I park in a garage at work next to a 2 foot...

I park in a garage at work next to a 2 foot column with no spaces on the other side. Slice of Heaven. Boxsters don't even have those plastic side bumper rails that most ordinary cars have.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-01-2008, 01:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,397
Posted By wild1poet2
Wouldn't the plaintiff, as part of discovery, be...

Wouldn't the plaintiff, as part of discovery, be able to request and receive all Porsche documents(i.e., research, stats, memos, emails) and correspondence related to this type of engine failure? ...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-31-2008, 06:18 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,691
Posted By wild1poet2
LOL and they offer a Lexan windscreen now.

LOL and they offer a Lexan windscreen now.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-28-2008, 12:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,445
Posted By wild1poet2
Will the Boxster tranny stand up to a 3.8L...

Will the Boxster tranny stand up to a 3.8L upgrade?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-28-2008, 07:05 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,000
Posted By wild1poet2
sounds like The Stig has developed cult status. ...

sounds like The Stig has developed cult status.


Being The Stig must be a bit like being the actor that played Chewbacca in the Star Wars movies.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-25-2008, 12:24 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,987
Posted By wild1poet2
I wish they gave us the option of ordering it...

I wish they gave us the option of ordering it with the 3.8L engine from the factory. WTF it's a natural.

oh and a dual clutch gearbox plz


LOL
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-25-2008, 10:50 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,987
Posted By wild1poet2
I'd get a brand new warrantied base C6 Vette. ...

I'd get a brand new warrantied base C6 Vette. Pay $30 and get the upshift chip disabled. 400+ bhp at $45K

The Z06 Vette's aren't a dime a dozen. Not around here. People confuse them with the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-25-2008, 09:41 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,000
Posted By wild1poet2
apparently GTR aftermarket parts is starting to...

apparently GTR aftermarket parts is starting to appear. It seems like Nissan was trying to discourage that with technology. For example i think the wheels have a sensor on them that won't allow you...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-24-2008, 12:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,440
Posted By wild1poet2
I run a spoke tire with a tube on my motorcycle. ...

I run a spoke tire with a tube on my motorcycle. I know that tube tires are smoother on the inside than tubeless tires. The tubeless tire may have ribs or other rough surfaces on the inside which...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-24-2008, 10:53 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,000
Posted By wild1poet2
OK you guys are on to me. I admit it .... ...

OK you guys are on to me.

I admit it .... I'm The Stig .....

but let's keep it just between us ....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-24-2008, 09:40 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,000
Posted By wild1poet2
I haven't seen an R8 live yet but my friends who...

I haven't seen an R8 live yet but my friends who have said it is stunning especially when seen oncoming.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-23-2008, 05:55 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,000
Posted By wild1poet2
Question: Would a sport bike get around that Top...

Question: Would a sport bike get around that Top Gear test track faster than any of the tested cars? Some of the tested cars?
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