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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-17-2009, 08:21 AM
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Posted By shaman1204
Fun wheel fitment tool

This one is a has more gadgets and wheels than the tirerack application. You can even lower or raise the car.

http://www.autowaretech.net/nextwheels/dunn.htm

There are not that many wheel that...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 09-04-2009, 07:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 912
Posted By shaman1204
Looks like a 996 turbo to me.

Looks like a 996 turbo to me.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-04-2009, 07:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,323
Posted By shaman1204
Hey DJ, I'm pretty sure I saw your Boxster on...

Hey DJ, I'm pretty sure I saw your Boxster on Detroit's Craigslist for sale at $19k.
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 08-31-2009, 06:22 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 24,477
Posted By shaman1204
Edit: Guess I jumped the gun, just read your...

Edit: Guess I jumped the gun, just read your other thread after I posted this. Sorry for the hijack :o





I'm sure it's not going to be everyone's cup of tea, but that, in my opinion, is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-30-2009, 07:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,228
Posted By shaman1204
Read this thread...

Read this thread (http://986forum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=9736&page=2&pp=20&highlight=power+ipod). There is a ton of info about the cable here.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-30-2009, 06:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,228
Posted By shaman1204
I am by no means a mechanic, but I am...

I am by no means a mechanic, but I am mechanically inclined. I have never really performed any type of extensive work on a car before, but since ownership I have done:

3 oil/filter changes...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-27-2009, 08:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,115
Posted By shaman1204
With the utmost respect, replies like this might...

With the utmost respect, replies like this might make potential owners (and maybe current owners) run far, far away from the Boxster. :o
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-18-2009, 08:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,561
Posted By shaman1204
I have already used a pint of Soffener to no...

I have already used a pint of Soffener to no avail. I have some leatherique restorer on the way, so I'll post results after I try that.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-17-2009, 12:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,301
Posted By shaman1204
Check some of my posts, suspension parts on these...

Check some of my posts, suspension parts on these cars do not last very long, so if there has been no suspension upgrades, make sure they are checked out. I have a 2001 and have replaced quite a few...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-17-2009, 12:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,561
Posted By shaman1204
It's sort of a rap/rock thing. But he did rap to...

It's sort of a rap/rock thing. But he did rap to Ice Ice Baby. And it was more like a bar closed off a street for a music festival. It was $5 do get in. He must be hitting hard times.

I also...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-16-2009, 04:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,561
Posted By shaman1204
Damn you Vanilla Ice

Ok, so I went to a Vanilla Ice concert in my neighborhood and in my understandable excitement I totally forgot I left my top down. While enjoying Ice Ice Baby it started to rain. I realized it when...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-19-2009, 04:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,128
Posted By shaman1204
I ordered mine from suncoast or sunset, don't...

I ordered mine from suncoast or sunset, don't remember, it was about the same cost as the one you linked. Not a difficult install, but, as Moostang said, you have to lie on your back and look up...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 06-06-2009, 03:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,047
Posted By shaman1204
Christian H: Yes, I removed the vent slats before...

Christian H: Yes, I removed the vent slats before they were painted. I just put some painter's tape on the vent when reinstalling the slats so I wouldn't scratch the finish.

carguy: I took all...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 06-05-2009, 11:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,047
Posted By shaman1204
A few pics from earlier projects

Painted interior pieces seal grey to match exterior. I was debating doing the vent pieces b/c of the glare, but wearing polarized shades takes care of that :cool: and it really ties the whole dash...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-30-2009, 07:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,657
Posted By shaman1204
[QUOTE=Brad Roberts]Rear shock mounts are blown...

[QUOTE=Brad Roberts]Rear shock mounts are blown out. Did *somebody* happen to install new shocks not too long ago? I'm not familiar with your car.

To check the engine mount..place a long prybar...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-29-2009, 01:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,657
Posted By shaman1204
No dice on suspension rear noise...

Well, finally got around to checking the strut bolts and all were good and tight. Replaced the drop links and it had no change in the noise. So, I'm now suspecting its the struts themselves. It's...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-29-2009, 07:08 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 50,551
Posted By shaman1204
Whew! This is timely as I'm about to order some...

Whew! This is timely as I'm about to order some drop links. Where should I get replacements from? Sunset, Suncoast, etc?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-27-2009, 03:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,337
Posted By shaman1204
Hmm, maybe I shouldn't have I used the term...

Hmm, maybe I shouldn't have I used the term "stranded" in my post. My car died just after I exited Lake Shore Drive directly in front of a Starbucks. :D
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-27-2009, 06:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,583
Posted By shaman1204
I did the same thing with my Pedro modified...

I did the same thing with my Pedro modified muffler a few weeks ago. I used flat black engine paint and have had zero issues with paint smells. I like the look, I'll post some pictures a little...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-27-2009, 06:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,337
Posted By shaman1204
Exact same thing happened to me when my...

Exact same thing happened to me when my alternator went. I was having issues with the battery and thought it was that but the alternator pooped out and left me stranded.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-22-2009, 06:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,657
Posted By shaman1204
Got it. Supposed to be 80 and sunny this...

Got it. Supposed to be 80 and sunny this weekend, so I'm checking things tomorrow or Friday and I'll update on what I found.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-21-2009, 05:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,657
Posted By shaman1204
OK, I'll grab the torque wrench for the strut...

OK, I'll grab the torque wrench for the strut bolts. I have to clean my MAF soon anyway.

Without going out and crawling around on the cold, wet ground right now, anyone happen to have an...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-21-2009, 02:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,657
Posted By shaman1204
Great, thanks for the advice everyone. ...

Great, thanks for the advice everyone.

Topless, is there an easy way to check the motor mount? Is it a visual inspection like looking for a torn bushing or something?

And Randall, I will check...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-21-2009, 08:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,047
Posted By shaman1204
I'll keep an eye on the address bar. I have the...

I'll keep an eye on the address bar. I have the site bookmarked and it usually kept me logged in. Now I have to sign in and after it gives me the "if page doesn't proceed press this button" page it...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-21-2009, 08:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,657
Posted By shaman1204
Help needed with rear suspension

OK, so I had the dreaded rear suspension clunk, worse on the passenger side than driver's side. Last December I had both rear lower control arms replaced by te dealership. Slight improvement, but...
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