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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 11-09-2012, 11:30 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 15,823
Posted By 944boy
And if you get a new flywheel it comes with a...

And if you get a new flywheel it comes with a pilot bearing installed as well.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-08-2012, 11:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,227
Posted By 944boy
The later 6-speeds are also again a bit...

The later 6-speeds are also again a bit different. For one the slave cylinder cannot just be replaced with the transmission attached.

Swepco 201 is good for cars that get tracked but will be...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-01-2012, 08:49 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,336
Posted By 944boy
My dad had 944's before I could even remember...

My dad had 944's before I could even remember them, my aunt "gave" me a rust bucket 356 Super 90 that never moved under its own power before we sold it. However the defining moment was when my dad...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 11-01-2012, 08:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,168
Posted By 944boy
Slightly loose CV bolts can fatigue and shear. ...

Slightly loose CV bolts can fatigue and shear. After they have been re-fitted it would be good to crawl under and just check to make sure they are tight once or twice. I had bolts back out on my...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 11-01-2012, 08:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,572
Posted By 944boy
My pivot arm is fine. I am waiting on the last...

My pivot arm is fine. I am waiting on the last few parts to come in so I can take some comparison photos. The throw-out bearing was quite beaten up and the pressure plate had lost all clamping...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-29-2012, 11:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,364
Posted By 944boy
SF finished off my clutch for me at 105K. It...

SF finished off my clutch for me at 105K. It probably depends on your style of driving and how much traffic you sit in. I'm up on the weekends so there is less city traffic and I also tend to roll...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-24-2012, 10:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,572
Posted By 944boy
I will upload more when I have some light. But...

I will upload more when I have some light. But chew on this! The disk seems to have plenty of meat. Not even close to the rivets. Looks like a combination of the pressure plate and throw out...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-22-2012, 12:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,572
Posted By 944boy
@eric The old one looks like a 6-speed part, the...

@eric The old one looks like a 6-speed part, the new one looks like a 5-speed part. I just ordered a drop in replacement for $45.

One reason I think this clutch lasted forever is that it is...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-21-2012, 09:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,572
Posted By 944boy
When I bled the slave all the dust that I could...

When I bled the slave all the dust that I could see was dry. I did get a bit of air out though. Being the cheapest part I will replace it and try again. No drips on the floor. This car has yet to...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-21-2012, 05:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,572
Posted By 944boy
Someone replaced my clutch pedal with a wet sponge

So I have 105,000 miles on my 05 2.7L 6-speed Boxster with the original clutch. Recently the clutch started slipping under "normal" circumstances. Before I really had to do something stupid to get...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-22-2012, 06:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,028
Posted By 944boy
Updated: I tried to get the 100mph at 100K and...

Updated: I tried to get the 100mph at 100K and it wasn't in the cards. I wasn't driving, I had the camera though.

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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-21-2012, 10:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,028
Posted By 944boy
Sadly not when racing, however I recently...

Sadly not when racing, however I recently surpassed the 100K mark as well.

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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-21-2011, 03:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,332
Posted By 944boy
I did call Suncoast (forgot if it was Ryan or...

I did call Suncoast (forgot if it was Ryan or not). He said that the fenders were different and so were the headlights. No mention of a 987 refit kit.

I don't know budget yet, I don't expect...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-21-2011, 02:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,332
Posted By 944boy
Bumper update options?

My '05 987 was involved in a little boo-boo and needs the front bumper cover replaced. I was looking at options other than stock replacement. Does anyone know how much different the 987.2 bumper is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-03-2011, 07:20 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 21,285
Posted By 944boy
2005 2.7 - 96,000mi and counting. Oil changes,...

2005 2.7 - 96,000mi and counting. Oil changes, filters, brakes,plugs, motor mount, water pump, AOS, light bulbs

Original motor, original shocks, Still original clutch even.

Daily driven in...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-11-2011, 03:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,250
Posted By 944boy
Bedding in the pads does help on the squealing. ...

Bedding in the pads does help on the squealing. Also when I installed my Pagid's I chamfered the leading edge of the pad per the suggestion of the dealer. No noise what so ever going forward...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-11-2011, 08:43 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,886
Posted By 944boy
I have been using LubroMoly Vollsynthese 5-40 and...

I have been using LubroMoly Vollsynthese 5-40 and it has done very well. I will be doing another UOA on this change. 96K miles on an '05 with no leaks, no consumption, and very little start-up...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-16-2011, 07:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,163
Posted By 944boy
Good travels so far. In 8 hours we have made it...

Good travels so far. In 8 hours we have made it to Butte Montana. Rolling average of around 80mph and about 25mpg with mountains in the mix. I'll post photos once I get wifi again.


Od, that is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-13-2011, 09:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,163
Posted By 944boy
I'm not too worried about not having a spare. If...

I'm not too worried about not having a spare. If I can't plug it effectively then i will just have it towed. I have an upgraded AAA membership due to a blown motorcycle tire. So I think I'll be...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-13-2011, 07:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,163
Posted By 944boy
I only date girls who pack light.... ;) I...

I only date girls who pack light.... ;)

I even bought a point and shoot camera just for the trip. I have a feeling that my passenger will get bored and take lots of photos even if I forget. So...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-13-2011, 06:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,163
Posted By 944boy
Spare bulbs! Good idea, I forgot about those. I...

Spare bulbs! Good idea, I forgot about those. I will be taking a spare belt. The WP is new as is the motor mount, oil, coolant, etc.

I have no spare being a 987. But I do have both the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-13-2011, 01:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,163
Posted By 944boy
Another Epic Road Trip

Hey all,

I know there have been some well documented road trips on here recently. I am going to do my best to post photos and keep this thread updated.

I will be driving from Seattle to Cape...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-07-2011, 05:10 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,219
Posted By 944boy
I have Einkei NT03's and the 18's are 19 and...

I have Einkei NT03's and the 18's are 19 and 21lbs I believe. Not the absolute lightest but great for the price.

My BBS 3-piece 17x10's are lighter though... :cool: Those don't fit the Box...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 09-06-2011, 12:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,690
Posted By 944boy
It's actually a vestigial drum. The hand brake...

It's actually a vestigial drum. The hand brake applies to the inside of the rear rotors. So if you apply it after a track session you are applying cold pads against a hot rotor.

Good idea to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-01-2011, 03:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,855
Posted By 944boy
Hibernation?!? I LOVE driving the Boxster in the...

Hibernation?!? I LOVE driving the Boxster in the snow.

I don't see as much snow here as elsewhere so I did not go for Nokians. I got the General Altimax's in slightly taller than stock sizes. ...
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