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Forum: New Member Introductions 12-03-2019, 11:30 PM
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Posted By chipmunk
From the research I did when I owned a 986, low...

From the research I did when I owned a 986, low mileage cars are more prone to IMS failure that high mileage ones. As yours only has 10,000 miles, which is very low, I’d definitely consider either...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-06-2016, 07:16 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,170
Posted By chipmunk
An IMS Guardian is the middle road solution. I...

An IMS Guardian is the middle road solution. I fitted one of those to my 03 986. Gave me some piece of mind.
Forum: DIY Project Guides 09-03-2015, 09:40 AM
Replies: 349
Views: 210,978
Posted By chipmunk
Have a look on this thread for the links to the...

Have a look on this thread for the links to the YouTube videos I posted demonstrating the different sound for different hole sizes.
Forum: DIY Project Guides 09-03-2015, 08:53 AM
Replies: 349
Views: 210,978
Posted By chipmunk
Just drill through the pipe - one layer only....

Just drill through the pipe - one layer only. This allows the exhaust to bypass several of the chambers. The bigger the hole the more exhaust bypasses and the louder it gets. Don't go bigger than...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-14-2015, 11:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,643
Posted By chipmunk
Brockley is about 45 minutes from me. PM me your...

Brockley is about 45 minutes from me. PM me your email address and I'll send you the photos I have of it. The exhaust is as you see it - I am afraid the chrome tips went on the replacement box. ...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-14-2015, 11:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,643
Posted By chipmunk
I am about 90 miles or 1.5 - 2 hours drive from...

I am about 90 miles or 1.5 - 2 hours drive from Oxford (M25 permitting!)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-13-2015, 11:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 931
Posted By chipmunk
Now taken.

Now taken.
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-12-2015, 11:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,643
Posted By chipmunk
2003 Boxster S Exhaust with CRIOS mod

I have a standard exhaust for a 2003 Boxster S that I have applied the CRIOS mod to (search for CRIOS if you are not sure what this is). The drilled holes are 25mm and it sounds very good but...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-12-2015, 09:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 931
Posted By chipmunk
Boxster 986 rear speaker brackets to good (UK) home

I have a set of std (new) speaker brackets for the rear compartment (behind the seats) that I don't need (not the speaker covers - I used those). I used a different bracket and bigger speakers so...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-08-2015, 11:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,220
Posted By chipmunk
Thanks Guys. I ended up cutting up the old...

Thanks Guys. I ended up cutting up the old speakers to make an adapter but hopeful this helps others that are still planning to do the upgrade.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-01-2014, 12:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,807
Posted By chipmunk
Please let us know what type / model of sub you...

Please let us know what type / model of sub you have under your seat. I looked under the seat and didn't think there was enough room for anything. I have a pioneer sub behind the passenger seat but...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-01-2014, 11:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,137
Posted By chipmunk
Many thanks

I was pulling out of a parking space at a local supermarket yesterday, put the car into reverse and found I was still going forward. The shift was very light so I realised that something had become...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-10-2014, 12:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,988
Posted By chipmunk
There are a lot of posts on the forum on how to...

There are a lot of posts on the forum on how to upgrade the speakers and std head unit. Be warned though, once you start you'll find that you need to upgrade the whole system. The biggest difference...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-29-2014, 09:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,634
Posted By chipmunk
You need to find something that will fit the air...

You need to find something that will fit the air intake. There are a number of posts on here and boxa.net on DRL installations.

This is what I fitted to mine - a single row of LEDs that were the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-29-2014, 09:11 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 785
Posted By chipmunk
Rust under windows rubber

Does anyone have any suggestions for fixing rust under the outside top rubber on the door? I noticed on the weekend that I have two bumps there which I am pretty sure are the start of some rust. I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-07-2014, 11:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,334
Posted By chipmunk
Dash speakers are easy. There is a post on how to...

Dash speakers are easy. There is a post on how to use your old speakers as the mount for the new speakers. It works really well and you get a good sound improvement with better quality speakers....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-07-2014, 03:02 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,334
Posted By chipmunk
In my experience, once you start you need to do...

In my experience, once you start you need to do the lot. I tried just replacing the HU and it sounded terrible - worse than std. Ended up replacing the HU and all speakers - also added a small sub...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-07-2014, 11:46 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,334
Posted By chipmunk
Rear channel drove my door speakers and front...

Rear channel drove my door speakers and front channel my dash speakers - I would guess yours would be the same but mine is a 2003 model and the amps were changed for later models. Sounds like you may...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-27-2014, 03:16 PM
Replies: 349
Views: 210,978
Posted By chipmunk
I'd go half inch and then increase from there. 1...

I'd go half inch and then increase from there. 1 inch provided a nice deep tone but there is a little drone (more noticeable on steep inclines). It is also noisy inside when driving at speed. I have...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 05-20-2014, 11:50 AM
Replies: 349
Views: 210,978
Posted By chipmunk
I have a 2003 so definitely interested in any...

I have a 2003 so definitely interested in any photos you have. Drilled sounds so much better but you need to be prepared for a small amount of drone.
Forum: DIY Project Guides 05-08-2014, 08:39 PM
Replies: 349
Views: 210,978
Posted By chipmunk
How big did you go?

How big did you go?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-04-2014, 06:27 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,144
Posted By chipmunk
Excellent update and well done on the rebuild. ...

Excellent update and well done on the rebuild. Sounds like you guys had a lot of fun doing it. Glad the result was worth it :)
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-30-2014, 02:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,374
Posted By chipmunk
Ouch! Expensive repair for a puddle of water. I...

Ouch! Expensive repair for a puddle of water. I guess better to have happened close to home than mile away and if it happened that quickly then it was probably going to go at some point anyway. ...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 03-30-2014, 02:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,279
Posted By chipmunk
I have installed the rear speakers and they only...

I have installed the rear speakers and they only fill in the sound. In fact with the headrest in the way you only really hear sound from the outside of the seat. I have them wired in series with...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-30-2014, 04:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,220
Posted By chipmunk
Dash Speakers - Adapter Plate

I have read a number of posts on how to change the dash speakers and most seem to revolve around using the original speaker mount. There was one very comprehensive article by Andy Morris that...
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