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FS 2000 Boxster S, 32k miles, 6 speed

Price dropped to $13.5k. It will be hard to find a nicer 2000 than this car because there probably aren't any around.

Time to let it go because I rarely drive it. Over $8k spent on maintenance...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-23-2014, 09:08 AM

Replies: 59

Are 986 Litronics plug-in-play?

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Posted By MitchSF

I find it hard to believe that any reputable...

I find it hard to believe that any reputable seller would offer xenon "upgrades" to be installed in halogen lights, without projectors. All you get is a mess of light that will blind oncoming drivers...

Forum: DIY Project Guides

12-16-2014, 03:35 AM

Replies: 1,642

Porsche Headlight Retrofit [from CAD, prototyping to finish)

Views: 433,245

Posted By MitchSF

Connect the coil (pins 85 and 86) of a DPDT...

Connect the coil (pins 85 and 86) of a DPDT automotive relay to ground, and to + of the low beam. Either one to + and ground, doesn't matter.

Cut the + wire going to the halogen high beam. Connect...

Forum: Show and Tell Gallery

11-05-2014, 03:46 PM

Replies: 39

New life, new car ... black Boxster !

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Posted By MitchSF

Ben, why did you decide to come to the USA for...

Ben, why did you decide to come to the USA for automotive school rather than staying in France? There must be good programs there, too. Just curious.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-03-2014, 04:07 PM

Replies: 10

Vanity Mirror Sun Visor Install

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Posted By MitchSF

Agreed. If you can't solder, at least use crimp...

Agreed. If you can't solder, at least use crimp connectors. There is enough room for them either wedged under the light, or inside near the bulb.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

10-29-2014, 05:22 PM

Replies: 60

Who is oldest and youngest ????

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Posted By MitchSF

I have one, too. 59

I have one, too. 59

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

10-14-2014, 05:29 AM

Replies: 10

Vanity Mirror Sun Visor Install

Views: 3,662

Posted By MitchSF

Good idea. That would make it easier.

Good idea. That would make it easier.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

10-14-2014, 03:18 AM

Replies: 10

Vanity Mirror Sun Visor Install

Views: 3,662

Posted By MitchSF

I didn't bother. If you short the two wires...

I didn't bother. If you short the two wires together a fuse will blow so if that's a worry, then disconnect the battery.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

10-13-2014, 03:36 AM

Replies: 10

Vanity Mirror Sun Visor Install

Views: 3,662

Posted By MitchSF

Use a knife or plastic tool to pry out the old...

Use a knife or plastic tool to pry out the old mirror housing. I believe there are two plastic hooks on each side that grab the visor. Check the new one for placement.

Remove the mirror from the...

Forum: Show and Tell Gallery

10-08-2014, 04:23 PM

Replies: 39

New life, new car ... black Boxster !

Views: 6,591

Posted By MitchSF

Hopefully your AC works here, otherwise you will...

Hopefully your AC works here, otherwise you will think you're in hell during the summer.

Forum: Show and Tell Gallery

10-07-2014, 05:11 PM

Replies: 39

New life, new car ... black Boxster !

Views: 6,591

Posted By MitchSF

Very nice. Good luck with it.

Very nice. Good luck with it.

Forum: DIY Project Guides

10-05-2014, 04:19 AM

Replies: 150

AutoTop DIY

Views: 47,032

Posted By MitchSF

Yes! Three blink turn signals. Hardware and...

Yes! Three blink turn signals. Hardware and software should be very similar.

Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted

09-30-2014, 06:35 PM

Replies: 4

FS: 2 black visor mirrors, few months old, non-illuminated

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Posted By MitchSF

Hi Meir, sounds good to me. I'll PM the address...

Hi Meir, sounds good to me. I'll PM the address and phone. Thanks!

Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted

09-30-2014, 03:12 PM

Replies: 4

FS: 2 black visor mirrors, few months old, non-illuminated

Views: 809

Posted By MitchSF

Sorry, they are boxed and ready to ship. Suncoast...

Sorry, they are boxed and ready to ship. Suncoast has pictures on their site. These are as new.

Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted

09-30-2014, 02:14 AM

Replies: 4

FS: 2 black visor mirrors, few months old, non-illuminated

Views: 809

Posted By MitchSF

FS: 2 black visor mirrors, few months old, non-illuminated

I decided to buy the repair kits for my lighted mirrors, so these are available for $30 for the pair, shipped in the CONUSA. PayPal only, no offers please. They are in new condition.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

09-27-2014, 02:01 PM

Replies: 22

Winter is coming

Views: 1,947

Posted By MitchSF

Another month and I'll be driving with the top...

Another month and I'll be driving with the top down. Still much too hot.

Sorry, wrong thread.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

09-22-2014, 02:07 PM

Replies: 78

Anti-Boxster Snobbery in Porsche Community

Views: 13,611

Posted By MitchSF

Very good.

Very good.

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

08-23-2014, 03:16 AM

Replies: 8

Wires behind battery

Views: 1,591

Posted By MitchSF

Agreed. I installed a trickle charger with the...

Agreed. I installed a trickle charger with the same connector on a BMW years ago. But of course it could be anything.

Forum: DIY Project Guides

08-21-2014, 02:43 PM

Replies: 9

Metropol Blue Paint Ideas

Views: 4,026

Posted By MitchSF

I have the same interior and I don't believe the...

I have the same interior and I don't believe the carpets are faded, either.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

08-16-2014, 02:38 AM

Replies: 66

$59 short shift kit - looking for reviews

Views: 16,430

Posted By MitchSF

I have not seen a B&M SSK, but from the pictures,...

I have not seen a B&M SSK, but from the pictures, they appear identical. I installed the eBay version two months ago. I don't drive the car much, but I'm very happy with the SSK. I did have to rotate...

Forum: DIY Project Guides

08-13-2014, 04:52 PM

Replies: 10

New to LA with a 987 looking for advices (garage, dye, keys)

Views: 1,487

Posted By MitchSF

I recommend colorplus.com. I've been using...

I recommend colorplus.com. I've been using Soffener and dyes for many years, with great results. I tried Leatherique too, but I prefer Soffener. It's also much less expensive.

I purchased a key...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

08-11-2014, 12:18 PM

Replies: 22

Tag Time

Views: 1,838

Posted By MitchSF

Nice! We have one at the Cape. Amazing machine.

Nice! We have one at the Cape. Amazing machine.

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