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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-20-2017, 10:22 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,874
Posted By stephen wilson
Hah, I did that once by accident. A sportbike...

Hah, I did that once by accident. A sportbike rider gave me the thumbs-up, so I gave it back, as in " I like your ride too". Yeah.... that's not what he meant !
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-16-2017, 08:39 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,874
Posted By stephen wilson
Maybe in his case, but My wife has even noticed...

Maybe in his case, but My wife has even noticed "car prejudice". I've had co-workers tell me that they tend to "snub" high end cars like BMW and Merc's. I just had a VW try and race my last week,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-25-2017, 08:50 AM
Replies: 31
Poll: Porsche
Views: 2,862
Posted By stephen wilson
I agree totally. I started out looking for a...

I agree totally. I started out looking for a 240SX or RX-7 ! I test drove many cars, and fell in love with the Boxster driving dynamics. I don't care about status, or what other people think about...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-06-2017, 02:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,010
Posted By stephen wilson
The general consensus is that the 06+ IMS has a...

The general consensus is that the 06+ IMS has a reduced failure rate is street usage, but it's actually higher with track usage. If I'm not mistaken, this is according to the experts; Jake Raby/LN...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-10-2017, 05:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,923
Posted By stephen wilson
I've had the same problem twice. The first time...

I've had the same problem twice. The first time seemed to be their computer software compatibility, so I went to a Porsche dealer while still under CPO warranty. The second time they were having...
Forum: Boxster Racing Forum 10-10-2016, 03:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,074
Posted By stephen wilson
Caster will have the opposite effect if you're...

Caster will have the opposite effect if you're going backwards. What does a shopping cart wheel do when you back up ? It flips 180°, not really what you want.....:)
When sideways releasing the wheel...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-25-2016, 03:23 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,987
Posted By stephen wilson
We're talking about two different applications, I...

We're talking about two different applications, I agree that critical fasteners are always specified with OIL, or specially formulated lubrication like ultra-torque. We were discussing "generic" body...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-22-2016, 01:42 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,987
Posted By stephen wilson
Anti-seize can change the installed bolt tension...

Anti-seize can change the installed bolt tension greatly, the increased lubricity can lead to an over-torqued fastener, or bolt breakage. IIRC the rule of thumb is to lower the torque wrench setting...
Forum: Boxster Racing Forum 06-12-2016, 05:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,500
Posted By stephen wilson
I agree, 3-4K with decent traction, release...

I agree, 3-4K with decent traction, release quickly so you get a bit of wheelspin. Don't try to feather/slip the clutch for an extended period, it's easy to overheat, and actually results in slower...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-20-2016, 11:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,341
Posted By stephen wilson
I also cross-shopped the S2000, great engine,...

I also cross-shopped the S2000, great engine, shifts better than the 'Box, and great engine/service access. But with better cornering feedback and storage space, the Boxster won out for me also.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-27-2016, 08:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,424
Posted By stephen wilson
Dodge Trucks are no longer called "Dodge RAM",...

Dodge Trucks are no longer called "Dodge RAM", just "RAM"
Obviously Acura is the luxury division or Honda, just like Lexus-Toyota, Infiniti-Nissan, GMC-Chevrolet, etc.

I have no idea why...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-14-2016, 03:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,015
Posted By stephen wilson
I don't care if it's faster or not, it's a...

I don't care if it's faster or not, it's a sell-out and sounds like crap ! It looks like my last Boxster will be a 981 ! (when the price comes down a bit). If I get tired of the power, I'd prefer a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-02-2016, 01:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,110
Posted By stephen wilson
Exactly, mine does it every time on a certain...

Exactly, mine does it every time on a certain bridge with an abrupt crest. The car gets "light" for a second, allowing some wheelspin.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-31-2016, 03:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,505
Posted By stephen wilson
Nothing wrong with that, the tread will wear out...

Nothing wrong with that, the tread will wear out long before they "age out".
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-25-2016, 02:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,191
Posted By stephen wilson
It most certainly is, but only if the...

It most certainly is, but only if the transmission can handle it. Obviously in dog-ring racing gearboxes clutchless shifting is the norm. In some classes it's done even with synchro's, like in SCCA...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-24-2016, 08:25 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,378
Posted By stephen wilson
Don't feel bad, did you see Will Powers IndyCar...

Don't feel bad, did you see Will Powers IndyCar crash in practice because he had one hand off the wheel in a corner ?
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-24-2016, 08:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,191
Posted By stephen wilson
Depends on if you have a Stick or Auto, A...

Depends on if you have a Stick or Auto, A synchronized transmission is going to see some wear and damage from cluthless shifting.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-24-2016, 08:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,551
Posted By stephen wilson
Not an expert, but just like a brake rotor, the...

Not an expert, but just like a brake rotor, the outside of a spinning disc will have higher surface speed, more heat, more wear, and higher centrifugal forces.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-14-2016, 05:31 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,238
Posted By stephen wilson
It may depend on what quality battery you get, I...

It may depend on what quality battery you get, I consistently get 6 Years fro "premium" part store batteries. The last Die Hard Platinum on my truck went 9 Years !
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-13-2016, 02:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,114
Posted By stephen wilson
What happens if they're not treated, do the seals...

What happens if they're not treated, do the seals stick and become damaged ?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-23-2015, 07:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,401
Posted By stephen wilson
Are you talking about Super Sports in the snow ?...

Are you talking about Super Sports in the snow ? I couldn't get out of my drive, and I would want to be driving around in traffic on them. It may be that they are brand new? Even the wet performance...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-16-2015, 02:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,169
Posted By stephen wilson
Fair enough, if it works for you, that's all that...

Fair enough, if it works for you, that's all that matters:)
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-15-2015, 03:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,169
Posted By stephen wilson
Why in the world would you need to go through...

Why in the world would you need to go through that procedure? I don't put mine on charge unless it's going to sit for 2 weeks or more. Just plug it it, close the door ..... done !
Forum: Boxster Racing Forum 11-15-2015, 07:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,776
Posted By stephen wilson
I did several course walks, but I had 2 problems:...

I did several course walks, but I had 2 problems:

The Pocono course was long, so I was unable to memorize it. In hindsight I should have brought a tablet to take notes and make a map.

The...
Forum: Boxster Racing Forum 11-14-2015, 12:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,776
Posted By stephen wilson
An AX school would be great, one of my problems...

An AX school would be great, one of my problems is I'm not sure how close I'm cutting the cones. I think I'm leaving too much room, since all but 1 of my runs were clean. I'll never be truly...
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