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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-25-2006, 10:53 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 65,773
Posted By racer_troy
Gary, I wish I did as I was very very...

Gary,

I wish I did as I was very very curious about the change in power curve.

This is all I was given.

--ts
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-25-2006, 05:01 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 65,773
Posted By racer_troy
Update to follow...

OK...well...I've only a few minutes here so I'll be as brief and to the point as possible (which is sometimes difficult for me...)

The header install went well. As noted below, I've an o2 sensor...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-25-2006, 04:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,185
Posted By racer_troy
Unfortunate...

Hey Yortivo,

Welcome to the board. I'll try to help where I can.

Unfortunately, on the MY00 you have the first of the 4 cat systems. I believe the US Fed mandates a warrenty of 50K miles for...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-25-2006, 04:29 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 10,134
Posted By racer_troy
Hmm...

Hey Silver,

I don't have any useful information on the specific failures you're uncovering. Could you provide a link to the data?

Also, FWIW, I'm approaching 78K miles with no issues on my...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-19-2006, 09:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,813
Posted By racer_troy
A lot of good advice...

Ed,

Sounds like you are getting alot of good advise in this thread...bully...also...if the falkens are new...good for you...as suggested, you will need to allow them to go through a couple of heat...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-19-2006, 03:37 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 65,773
Posted By racer_troy
UPDATE: Timing and Status

Goodmorning,

Day two of the install is taking place. After through review of the PET it looks like there were several variations of o2 sensor locations. On my MY00 I have 2x o2 sensors per...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-18-2006, 11:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,407
Posted By racer_troy
Hey Bob...

...you have a great situation for an awesome used 986....I may be able to give perspective on a few issues...

1. I've been told the M96 engine design (water cooling, cast liners) is good for over...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-16-2006, 10:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,524
Posted By racer_troy
everything except...

...the x51 upgrade...i think mine is lacking appx 200bhp and 200ftlbs...no 987's i've heard of have made up this gap..........yet....


...still waiting

--troy
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-14-2006, 10:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 826
Posted By racer_troy
FWIW: I love the 19" look...

....but would hesitate on anything pre-05 due to hub carrier design...

Goodluck,

--troy
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-14-2006, 10:13 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,053
Posted By racer_troy
911 v. 986

...mostly...almost fully...i second pilot's feelings...although...i may have choosen a little different retoric...to 73's and Pilot's point, the 911 continues to do well precisly due to: 1. status,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-14-2006, 09:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 955
Posted By racer_troy
NickCats...Ralley Info request...

i've never done a ralley...well....at least not in a car...do you have to have a navigator????

--troy
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-14-2006, 06:57 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 65,773
Posted By racer_troy
2.7L Timing and Planning Update: Header Mod

Hey Board members,

The first update I have is just timing and planning to let you know what we are looking at.

Firstly, this is just a header mod and not the full deal that Randall got with...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-14-2006, 05:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,171
Posted By racer_troy
boxster hero...caymen zero...

i think JP has a great point...the boxster is giving up 35% in pwr and has a wider ratio gearbox...considering the only place the caymen gains is coming out of long sweepers into straights...the...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-14-2006, 12:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,524
Posted By racer_troy
2.7 evolution...

Sonic,

I'm a little fuzzy...but I think I can add some benefit to this conversation...

Firstly, bmussatti is right...the first significant upgrade to the original 2.7's (7.8.2, variocam, twin...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-12-2006, 07:41 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,853
Posted By racer_troy
sports vwagen...

I actually used to work for toyota supply chain and drove a 4Runner as my daily driver...mpg was appx 16 but it was never a problem...ever...having said that...the best handling winter vehicle i've...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-12-2006, 01:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,967
Posted By racer_troy
Nice upgrade

...this is most likely the ideal upgrade in my mind...smooth reliable power increase with relatively little stress on the engine...the clutch upgrade is a good idea...but i've been told it's not an...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-11-2006, 11:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,360
Posted By racer_troy
Gpx v. 987

I'm a C&D subscriber and gingerman is appx 50min from my house and is availab le once a week for open lapping...I remember reading this when it first came out...the thing that first sticks out in my...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2006, 07:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,762
Posted By racer_troy
PCA is a good thing

...good on ya for joining...also, don't forget to ask for your 10% parts discount at your local dealership...that should help you justify the 40 cost of entry...

also, i tend to agree with...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2006, 07:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,436
Posted By racer_troy
agreed...higher gear = higher stress

...just from the mechanical advantage alone the engine has to work harder...and then factor in wind resistance...in the real world, 5k in top gear will ask the engine to work harder, but may not be...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2006, 07:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,372
Posted By racer_troy
mmm...going to the dark side???

Ohio,

don't know you from dirt...but just going to weigh in here where it's likely not my business...but from what the word is...
1. boxster = porsche's driver's car
2. targa's get loud and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2006, 06:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,957
Posted By racer_troy
So sorry to hear...

....this misfortune is a crime and I can only hope that justice will be served...

...fortunately, I've never had any significant damage from vandalism...I live in a new development and had to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2006, 06:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,465
Posted By racer_troy
eBay B&M clones

...sorry, can't speak on the B&M clones being all the same or not...just like you...I can look at the same pics posted on the ads and wonder...however, it may or may not be beneficial to inquire to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2006, 06:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,465
Posted By racer_troy
I'll try to help...

Bogg,

I've tried to wade through this discussion myself and have recently made a purchase of a short shifter...here is what i remember from various boards and conversations with my dealer...
...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 10-10-2006, 05:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,233
Posted By racer_troy
Weather's not cooproating...

clouds hung around all day...i may see what i can get in the garage...but not nearly as nice i know...calling for some slush and possible snow toward the end of the week...it's just that time of...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 10-10-2006, 02:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,233
Posted By racer_troy
Pics coming soon...I know I know...

I've got one concall this morning and then I'll pull the boxster around front for a few pics...I know i owe you guys...


cheers,

--troy
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