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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-14-2007, 06:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,015
Posted By thomschoon
try www.wevo.com they would probaly be able to...

try www.wevo.com they would probaly be able to tell you which ones can handle the torque as well as which ring gears are available as they are different in the 986 versus the 911 due to motor...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 07-14-2007, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,394
Posted By thomschoon
ROW 030 Suspension kit NEW

I bought this for my '02 "S" and wont be using it due to a driveway issue as I cant get any lower without installing a ramp to get up my driveway. I bought it from Brandywine for $999 will sell for...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-11-2007, 03:10 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,300
Posted By thomschoon
Similar here, corporate hack pushing LEAN at a...

Similar here, corporate hack pushing LEAN at a large company.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-05-2007, 09:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,339
Posted By thomschoon
I use mine as a DD, mileage is around 20mpg, the...

I use mine as a DD, mileage is around 20mpg, the only hassle is being stuck in traffic with a 6 speed, I am old so I dont get the ricer effect wanting to race. It does create some problems when I...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-05-2007, 08:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,196
Posted By thomschoon
You can charge the battery in the car, just dont...

You can charge the battery in the car, just dont try to use too much amperage as you will get overheating and gassing, I would also keep the cover off and give it some time on a slow charge.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-09-2007, 12:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,537
Posted By thomschoon
I currently own a gray market 911 and have owned...

I currently own a gray market 911 and have owned a couple others in the past, do your research to ensure you have a clear title and you wont have any problems. As far as the price differential, there...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-08-2007, 01:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,674
Posted By thomschoon
i was also wondering what kind of price it ended...

i was also wondering what kind of price it ended up costing you as mine started chattering today and I only have 33,000 so maybe a bit of oil is seeping. I was thinking of going to the Fidanaza...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-07-2007, 09:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,482
Posted By thomschoon
I was wondering why someone hadnt come up with a...

I was wondering why someone hadnt come up with a replacement roll bar that was higher and bolted to the stock mounts, seems like it would be better then an extension.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-07-2007, 04:42 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,582
Posted By thomschoon
I guess I never assumed that NASCAR was racing,...

I guess I never assumed that NASCAR was racing, just entertainment kind of like wrestling as they change the rules to control the possible outcomes. Dont they also own the ALMS LeMans series?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-06-2007, 01:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,688
Posted By thomschoon
My company car in Germany is a 530 wagon with a 6...

My company car in Germany is a 530 wagon with a 6 speed, you might be shocked by how quick and good the handling is. The car can easily do 245 KPH on the Autobahn and handles the twisities quite...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-06-2007, 12:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,802
Posted By thomschoon
Fire protection, they are part of your safety...

Fire protection, they are part of your safety equipment. For the street, I think they were originally bought by British car owners so the leaking oil wouldnt soil your hands :rolleyes:
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-24-2007, 05:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,660
Posted By thomschoon
Actually Wiedeking is the one pulling the strings...

Actually Wiedeking is the one pulling the strings and soon will probaly be running VW. The simple fact is that Porsche is a car company and has more loyalty to making money then any legacy of racing,...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 05-22-2007, 06:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,215
Posted By thomschoon
I just bought all the parts from Sunset, about...

I just bought all the parts from Sunset, about $200 with freight and a couple bucks for wire from Radio Shack.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-17-2007, 07:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,179
Posted By thomschoon
Can you post a picture? have been thinking of...

Can you post a picture? have been thinking of doing the same on my yellow car.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-09-2007, 06:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,535
Posted By thomschoon
Try www.ebay.de the german site as many will ship...

Try www.ebay.de the german site as many will ship DHL to the States and prices are usually lower.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-06-2007, 05:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,046
Posted By thomschoon
I agree, best thing I have found so far

I agree, best thing I have found so far
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-05-2007, 04:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,080
Posted By thomschoon
It gets easier as you get older, that prime...

It gets easier as you get older, that prime earning years thing, but then I have been car poor for 30 years and dont regret a moment of it. Best thing to do is buy a good manual, make a few friends...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-30-2007, 02:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,542
Posted By thomschoon
I also sat in the car when getting aligned so it...

I also sat in the car when getting aligned so it is correct.

I wonder how you could balance the corner weight on a 986 since there are not any adjustments as there are in a 911.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-20-2007, 04:47 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 8,516
Posted By thomschoon
Not quite sure where you got the 120M number, if...

Not quite sure where you got the 120M number, if you use these:
https://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/print/us.html for the USA
https://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/print/no.html...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-16-2007, 12:47 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 8,516
Posted By thomschoon
Geee Whizz, I made it through Grad school without...

Geee Whizz, I made it through Grad school without having to spell, you guys are tough, there/their/they're/whatever :rolleyes:
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-16-2007, 12:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,103
Posted By thomschoon
GT2 or GT3 Suspension parts

I was wondering if anybody knew which GT parts will fit a 986, I was thinking of installing the adjustable arms when I install the 030 ROW kit.

Thanks for any help

Thom
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-16-2007, 12:23 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,986
Posted By thomschoon
I agree, mine is a daily driver and treated as...

I agree, mine is a daily driver and treated as such, it is well taken care of but a couple rock nicks wont bring my world crashing down as a car is not an investment, it is a hole where we throw...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-07-2007, 08:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,248
Posted By thomschoon
Buy open ended or longer lug nuts from somebody...

Buy open ended or longer lug nuts from somebody like
http://www.gorilla-auto.com/products/?sfID1=249&sfID2=249

or buy new shorter studs, grinding is not a good answer and I wouldnt trust a shop...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-07-2007, 05:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,485
Posted By thomschoon
Sunset is $975 but so is Brandywine and you could...

Sunset is $975 but so is Brandywine and you could just drive down to Philly and pick them up from Brandywine.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-06-2007, 07:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 835
Posted By thomschoon
Will this fit?

http://cgi.ebay.de/PORSCHE-996-GT3-MOTOR_W0QQitemZ190097486808QQcategoryZ61284QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Just a little wishful thinking
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