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Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 05-18-2010, 04:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,548
Posted By ancster
You can order them from the dealership or there...

You can order them from the dealership or there are a lot listed on ebay. Just search under porsche wheel center caps.

Cheers,
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-15-2010, 11:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,959
Posted By ancster
With the 65 offset, the rears will require a 15mm...

With the 65 offset, the rears will require a 15mm spacer to clear.

Cheers,
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-17-2010, 06:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,961
Posted By ancster
To answer your questions: 1) When I'm referring...

To answer your questions:
1) When I'm referring to tire diameter, I mean the OD of the tire.
2) The tire size is larger than the recommended Porsche standard which would have 235/35 for this wheel....
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-16-2010, 05:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,961
Posted By ancster
Largest Wheel for 986

The wheels are 19" Sport Design. As mentioned in the initial post the issue I have is with the front wheel/tire. The specs on the wheel are 8J x 19H2 ET 57. The tire is a Bridgestone Potenza RE050...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-16-2010, 07:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,961
Posted By ancster
Largest Wheel for 986

I have searched the forum, but haven't been able to find a thread that answers my question.

What is the largest diameter wheel that will fit on the front of an '01 986 without contacting the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-15-2010, 11:01 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,249
Posted By ancster
wheel fitment

I have been looking at upgrading my wheels from stock 17" to the 19" Sport Design. When I installed the wheels, I didn't have any issues with the rear, but the fronts are rubbing on the coils. The...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-05-2010, 07:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,258
Posted By ancster
Would I require any spacers for these? Thanks

Would I require any spacers for these?

Thanks
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-04-2010, 12:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,258
Posted By ancster
Smile Will these wheels fit?

I'm looking at upgrading the wheels on my '01S and wanted to check if these ones would fit.
Front: 19" 8 (inch) width 57 Offset
Rear: 19" 9.5 (inch) width 46 Offset Rear

Thanks for your help! :)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-23-2008, 03:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,691
Posted By ancster
If you are looking to check the transmission...

If you are looking to check the transmission fluid, the boxster uses the same fluid for both the brakes and transmission. You can check the level in the front trunk.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-09-2008, 12:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,627
Posted By ancster
For the cars brought to Canada, they need the...

For the cars brought to Canada, they need the daytime running lights. Most have the headlights on all the time. You need to turn the switch to get the interior dash lights to come on.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-08-2008, 12:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,462
Posted By ancster
Used them once when I got the car just to check...

Used them once when I got the car just to check they worked!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-07-2008, 11:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,559
Posted By ancster
PSM is an option that depends on each person. I...

PSM is an option that depends on each person. I wanted it on mine as I wanted the extra safety factor. PASM uses the ceramic brakes and isn't a common option.
I believe PSM became standard in '05....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-07-2008, 10:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,207
Posted By ancster
The air bag can be deactivated when the...

The air bag can be deactivated when the deactviation bar is installed as part of the child seat. The dealer usually installs the bar. I have attached a link that Lil' Bastard provided in the past...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-07-2008, 10:15 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,494
Posted By ancster
I have always wanted a Porsche since I was a kid....

I have always wanted a Porsche since I was a kid. I decided that I was ready to get my sports car when the house was paid off. I started looking a different cars - S2000, 350Z, Z4, Audi TT, 911,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-01-2008, 12:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,214
Posted By ancster
here's a pic with PSE

here's a pic with PSE
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-29-2008, 10:54 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,363
Posted By ancster
I'm 38. Bought as my first car at 37. Always...

I'm 38. Bought as my first car at 37.
Always have had company cars and finally needed to get my toy!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-11-2008, 06:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,171
Posted By ancster
you have the new cap. The old style ended...

you have the new cap. The old style ended with'00. Based on the coolant, you may need to replace the bleeder valve o-rings located under the cover plate. If you take off the coolant and oil caps,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-02-2008, 02:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,578
Posted By ancster
I have an 01S Canadian car - the lights are...

I have an 01S Canadian car - the lights are always on. The only reason to use the internal light switch is to turn on the internal lights and fog lights.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-27-2008, 06:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,581
Posted By ancster
I saw a 987S in this colour with the tan sports...

I saw a 987S in this colour with the tan sports seats and 997 turbo wheels at the dealership. It is a sharp looking car.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-25-2008, 12:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,546
Posted By ancster
I have let my dad drive it after I got it as he...

I have let my dad drive it after I got it as he let me learn to drive manual on his RX-7 when I just starting driving. Only other person to drive it was my brother-in-law, which resulted in him...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-25-2008, 03:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,178
Posted By ancster
PSM was an option in 2001. The toggle switch to...

PSM was an option in 2001. The toggle switch to turn it off is located on the top left hand side in the center console for the cars equipped with it.

Cheers,
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-29-2007, 05:23 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,864
Posted By ancster
I'm averaging between 9-10L/100km (24-26mpg) for...

I'm averaging between 9-10L/100km (24-26mpg) for highway/city driving. Using 6th gear on the highway helps improve the mileage. When just highway driving, I can get 29-30mpg.

I noticed an...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-25-2007, 09:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,882
Posted By ancster
There is no difference between the intensity of...

There is no difference between the intensity of the lights whether I have them on or the DRL. I have the Litronics on my '01S.
The only thing turning the lights on does is illuminate the rear and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-19-2007, 07:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,051
Posted By ancster
Speedometer accuracy

During my drive today, I was using a GPS. The speedometer was consistently reading 8-10% higher than the GPS.
Is there a way to have the speedometer adjusted/calibrated to provide accurate readings?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-30-2007, 05:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,296
Posted By ancster
Here's an update on the problems with the IMS. ...

Here's an update on the problems with the IMS. There was some oil leaking from the IMS seal and it looks like when the dealer was inspecting the engine, they tried to tighten the bolt and it sheared...
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