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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-21-2015, 03:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,687
Posted By herve_g
I'm pretty sure 19" were not an a factory option...

I'm pretty sure 19" were not an a factory option for the 986
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-21-2015, 02:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,921
Posted By herve_g
Headlights are much more expensive. If you're...

Headlights are much more expensive. If you're handy it's possible to do a conversion on your existing headlights (depending on their conditions) but it's not the easiest job there is. There are...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-21-2015, 01:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,687
Posted By herve_g
This is a canadian car, our prices are...

This is a canadian car, our prices are significantly higher than in the US.

While the mileage is significant, if the PPI comes clean it would seem like a good buy. Try it out, check the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-30-2015, 02:20 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,821
Posted By herve_g
Not a boxster, a 911 ;) Another movie: Taken...

Not a boxster, a 911 ;)

Another movie: Taken 3, the final chase is with a 996
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-24-2015, 07:19 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,691
Posted By herve_g
The roads in Montreal are covered in salt. They...

The roads in Montreal are covered in salt. They use so much of it, it's crazy.
We also have the obligation to have winter tires. All in all, it's easier for me to put the car in storage
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-23-2015, 04:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,691
Posted By herve_g
I feel your pain. I'm getting ready to put mine...

I feel your pain.
I'm getting ready to put mine in storage too, probably until next april. At least during that will give me time to plan my next upgrades :)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-13-2015, 03:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,240
Posted By herve_g
Thanks for the kind words everyone. I tried...

Thanks for the kind words everyone.
I tried taking pictures but it doesn't really show very well. You have to see the window for yourself.

Anyway, I'll try with a windshield repair kit, see if I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-11-2015, 05:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,240
Posted By herve_g
How not to start the day

Step 1 - Wake up happy, well rested after a great evening with friends
Step 2 - Go to your car for a drive
Step 3 - Find out that someone tried to break your window...
Step 4 - Assess the damage
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-04-2015, 05:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,613
Posted By herve_g
I had to buy a used headliner with the clip...

I had to buy a used headliner with the clip intact, remove it (lots of thread to cut), then transplant in on my current headliner. Took me 5-6 hours of work but it's not hard. You just have to be...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-05-2015, 02:17 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,990
Posted By herve_g
I get about 16 mpg in Montreal, 26 to 28 mpg...

I get about 16 mpg in Montreal, 26 to 28 mpg outside the city though, in a 3.2
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-31-2015, 04:13 PM
Replies: 436
Views: 81,338
Posted By herve_g
35 years old, software programmer. I started...

35 years old, software programmer.

I started programming 20 year ago, and I still love it. I didn't choose my career, it chose me :)
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-19-2015, 01:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,335
Posted By herve_g
I did the same thing (put a 2004 top and frame). ...

I did the same thing (put a 2004 top and frame).
There is a little less access than with the plastic window, but I don't find it that annoying. That said, I don't wrench a lot so others might find...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 05-02-2015, 07:47 AM
Replies: 1,642
Views: 459,567
Posted By herve_g
In retrospect, I'd rather be in my seat than your...

In retrospect, I'd rather be in my seat than your buddy's... Hope he'll recover nicely.

They were not burnt but they caved in and looked milky.
I'll start looking for a new set, see if maybe...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 05-02-2015, 07:45 AM
Replies: 1,642
Views: 459,567
Posted By herve_g
Nah, not too soon. It'll teach me to stick too...

Nah, not too soon.
It'll teach me to stick too long with crappy stuff (the oven).

They were OEM. Good thing I didn't pay too much for them
Forum: DIY Project Guides 05-02-2015, 06:46 AM
Replies: 1,642
Views: 459,567
Posted By herve_g
I'm super pissed right now... Got my first...

I'm super pissed right now...
Got my first (Ebay) headlight in my old oven, cam back to check it after 10 minutes and the top half of the headlight was burnt.

So I got to throw it out and find a...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-30-2015, 01:47 PM
Replies: 1,642
Views: 459,567
Posted By herve_g
Just received the projectors. The fun part will...

Just received the projectors.
The fun part will begin soon :D
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-28-2015, 02:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,477
Posted By herve_g
It will fit because the glass is smaller than the...

It will fit because the glass is smaller than the plastic window.
These tops are all over ebay, check it out to see if you get a good deal or not. There is plenty of information and how to install...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-27-2015, 01:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,477
Posted By herve_g
A 987 top won't fit. More info here ...

A 987 top won't fit.
More info here
(http://986forum.com/forums/performance-technical-chat/53892-986-987-roof.html)

Your best bet is to find a complete top assembly from a 2003/2004, or to...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 03-30-2015, 02:42 PM
Replies: 1,642
Views: 459,567
Posted By herve_g
Are you still busy working on the last batch...

Are you still busy working on the last batch Fred?
I can't wait to get my lights, winter's almost over in Montreal ;)
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 03-02-2015, 05:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,305
Posted By herve_g
FS: Complete gray top from a 2002 S

For sale: complete convertible top from a 2002 Boxster S.
It's a 3 bows top, light grey with a plastic window.

The plastic window is in ok condition (a little foggy but no cracks), the roof is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-02-2015, 02:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,709
Posted By herve_g
Seat time should be reserved for track practice ;)

Seat time should be reserved for track practice ;)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-28-2015, 02:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,155
Posted By herve_g
Thanks Fred ;)

Thanks Fred ;)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-28-2015, 07:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,155
Posted By herve_g
Headlight wiring need to be replaced

Hi guys,

I've bought a used set of headlights for a HID conversion.
The outer lenses were bad, I've done some polishing and they're much better.

Next step, checking the internals. I noticed...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 02-25-2015, 02:54 PM
Replies: 1,642
Views: 459,567
Posted By herve_g
Papineau/Maisonneuve ... a few blocks from my...

Papineau/Maisonneuve ... a few blocks from my condo, it could be done.
And for your peace of mind, I could send my wife lol. They would probably chatter about how guys spend way too much on their...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 02-24-2015, 05:34 PM
Replies: 1,642
Views: 459,567
Posted By herve_g
Order finally placed. I received a set of burnt...

Order finally placed. I received a set of burnt headlights from Ebay, they'll go perfect with Fred's projector.

Fred, I think I read somewhere that you'll be in Montreal early March... Maybe...
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