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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-21-2018, 11:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,319
Posted By Crib
Hm.. It's certainly not a wire loom. Even...

Hm..

It's certainly not a wire loom. Even though the surface resembles one of those, this one does not contain any wires and the inside of the tube is oily.

My own bet based on previous posts...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-20-2018, 11:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,319
Posted By Crib
Aha. thanks. Is this the same as the vacuum...

Aha. thanks.

Is this the same as the vacuum air filler tube? Meaning it cannot/should not be fixed with heat resistant tape, but rather fully replaced?

/Crib
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-20-2018, 10:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,319
Posted By Crib
What is this tube?

Hi all,

After having gone through the tedious task of removing my alternator I found this cracked tube behind it.

It is placed directly behind the alternator. The picture is taken from inside...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-28-2018, 10:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,214
Posted By Crib
How bad is my alternator (generator, dynamo)

Hi guys,

It's been a while since i've been on. I bought a boat last fall which has taken my time lately, and most likely made my dear Boxster more than a bit jealous.

The charging indicator...
Forum: DIY Project Guides 04-23-2018, 11:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,169
Posted By Crib
Hey all, Best of luck with your...

Hey all,

Best of luck with your installations. Mine is still kicking some while after. I'm still super happy with the mod.

There are always several ways of doing things, and you should only use...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-19-2017, 11:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,717
Posted By Crib
YellowS2000: From a neighbor in some even...

YellowS2000:

From a neighbor in some even more chilly domains I recommend you try using a silicone door stick. It stops the doors from freezing stuck...

Heres one from the swedish low cost...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-19-2017, 09:42 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,717
Posted By Crib
I run mine an annual 10.000km/6.250miles a year. ...

I run mine an annual 10.000km/6.250miles a year.

I'd say that a third of that is to/from work. I take it on those sunny days. The rest is either weekend trips or some longer trips during summer...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-19-2017, 06:45 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,906
Posted By Crib
I raise my glass to pdwight and recommend you all...

I raise my glass to pdwight and recommend you all to buy a pre-fiddled wire harness from him if you want a nice looking and more straightforward installation.

I would also like to comment though...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-15-2017, 12:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,906
Posted By Crib
So, i went with trial and error. Pin 22...

So, i went with trial and error.

Pin 22 works as navigating through the different OBC functions.
Pin 24 works as reset

This small DIY was a real pleasure to fiddle with and with a very nice...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-11-2017, 05:19 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,906
Posted By Crib
Thanks for you answers guys! Please excuse...

Thanks for you answers guys!

Please excuse me, but to bring full transparency on my stupidity: i still don't really get it.


1. Is the matrix at Pelican incorrect?
2. Is the pin #22 that...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-10-2017, 03:43 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,906
Posted By Crib
Questions on OBC hack by rocker switch

Hi guys,

As i'm about to do the OBC hack on my MY03 with one rocker switch I have read as many available guides and posts and I must admit that got a bit confused by some details, which I'm...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-03-2017, 10:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,243
Posted By Crib
I second that, the steering wheel does not need...

I second that, the steering wheel does not need to come off in either case.

However i don't want the lever/stalk since i'm quite tall and I think they might be to close to my legs, and possibly...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-03-2017, 10:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,243
Posted By Crib
Haha, good one :cheers:

Haha, good one :cheers:
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-03-2017, 12:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,243
Posted By Crib
OK, so the genious who answers his own post. ...

OK, so the genious who answers his own post.

I found plenty of incorrect data on other forums.

It turns out that my first question was fair, since what i want is not a footwell switch but...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-03-2017, 12:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,243
Posted By Crib
996-613-980-06-A05 <-- Is that switch only available in the U.S.?

Hi guys,

I'm about to do the OBC hack with a rocker switch.

I want to use the...

996-613-980-06-A05 *** MAT 2002- FOOTWELL LIGHTING...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-21-2017, 11:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,187
Posted By Crib
Self inflicted panic by stupidity

Hi,

A few weeks ago I was going on a snowboard trip to the northern parts of Sweden. As I had an early flight i decided to pack the night before.

My snowboard is stowed on a structure in my...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-05-2017, 11:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,040
Posted By Crib
I'm also 6'4. The trick is not to have the...

I'm also 6'4.

The trick is not to have the seat all the way back. That way you can recline the backrest further and thereby get more room for the head.

I sit comfortably in this position.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-13-2017, 12:05 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,258
Posted By Crib
Congratulations on finding your pearl! The...

Congratulations on finding your pearl!

The car looks awesome!

Prepare to go from enthusiastic to in love in quite a short while! :)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-30-2016, 03:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,165
Posted By Crib
Hi, It must be yes, deep above the blower...

Hi,

It must be yes, deep above the blower motor and other crap. It looks like a real pain to get to it.

What I did now was to wiggle the flap on it's axle back and forth, the position on the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-27-2016, 09:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,165
Posted By Crib
Come on you Boxster geniouses - i know the answer...

Come on you Boxster geniouses - i know the answer is out there! :cheers:

Jokes aside, I have the day off tomorrow and will do some more investigations.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-25-2016, 10:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,165
Posted By Crib
Air intake valve noise - under pollen filter

Hi all,

Ever since i bought my Boxster a bit over a year ago i've had a crumbling/cracking noise in front of the passenger.

Since it is now tucked away for our northern winter season i decided...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-23-2016, 12:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,363
Posted By Crib
Merry Christmas! :)

Merry Christmas! :)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-14-2016, 11:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,739
Posted By Crib
Man, I really sympathize with you. It is truly...

Man, I really sympathize with you. It is truly heartbreaking to read this thread after also having read your other ones.

But I guess you don't really need our sympathies nor comments on that you...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-07-2016, 11:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,488
Posted By Crib
So offtopic on the lingo here... is there local...

So offtopic on the lingo here... is there local differences? british/us/aussie english?

If straight translated into swedish:

rim = fälg
tyre/tire = däck
wheel = hjul

And the usage of those...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-28-2016, 10:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,242
Posted By Crib
Ouch, ouch and ouch.... sorry and ouch (4 hits)....

Ouch, ouch and ouch.... sorry and ouch (4 hits).


1. Really dependant on driving - this car will drink some if driven that way.

2. You should either teach yourself to do some stuff on your...
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