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Forum: DIY Project Guides 11-17-2021, 02:17 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 18,827
Posted By Jgkram
Thanks for the posts. I love this stuff. It's...

Thanks for the posts. I love this stuff. It's always nice to see how others do things and by the looks of the way that rear end was rebuilt, you take your time and do it right. Please continue to...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-12-2021, 06:35 AM
Replies: 6,754
Views: 1,706,323
Posted By Jgkram
You didn't and it's all good. I learn so much...

You didn't and it's all good. I learn so much here, not just about cars. I would still like to know what "regulated" means as I can always learn something.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-11-2021, 01:05 PM
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Posted By Jgkram
Not sure what you mean exactly by "regulated"...

Not sure what you mean exactly by "regulated" system but the definition of a free market is an economic system based on supply and demand with little or no government control. It's characterized...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-11-2021, 06:51 AM
Replies: 6,754
Views: 1,706,323
Posted By Jgkram
The whole free market system is a little whack...

The whole free market system is a little whack right now and there will always be those that have more means or less intelligence to overpay and skew things in the short term. However, I still...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-01-2021, 01:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,805
Posted By Jgkram
I too have never replaced my coils and believe...

I too have never replaced my coils and believe they are original. I own a 2001 2.7 with 67K on the odometer. It's a daily driver and lives outside. I did replace the plugs at 45K but that was it. ...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-21-2021, 12:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 812
Posted By Jgkram
Greetings from across the pond. I too have a...

Greetings from across the pond. I too have a 2001 2.7L as well. Also a daily driver and kept outdoors year round. She was wrecked and repaired fairly poorly but mechanically was as sound as a...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-19-2021, 03:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 953
Posted By Jgkram
Welcome aboard!

Welcome aboard!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-08-2021, 05:34 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,388
Posted By Jgkram
Jon has done a ton of innovative things like this...

Jon has done a ton of innovative things like this and I believe he is the guy who's thread you are looking for. Search under the handle 78F350 and you should find the post somewhere. He may have...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-27-2021, 12:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,381
Posted By Jgkram
Thought you guys might like that one! Turns out...

Thought you guys might like that one! Turns out there were 5 of those little suckers! Of the cars we own, they HAD to choose the Boxster. Well, at least the mice have good taste up here in NC.
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-24-2021, 05:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,381
Posted By Jgkram
Final score... mouse catcher 5, mice 0! Although...

Final score... mouse catcher 5, mice 0! Although the sticky traps were a good idea, I couldn't bear to use them on the young ones. I decided to see if they would come back to the nest (which they...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-23-2021, 05:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,381
Posted By Jgkram
It's What You Don't See...

Had a funky smell driving to and from work today. Thought I might have a problem with the cabin filter. Turns out I did. What you don't see are the three babies that were clinging to her back as...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-22-2021, 05:14 PM
Replies: 6,754
Views: 1,706,323
Posted By Jgkram
No new cuss words, just the same old ones. Out...

No new cuss words, just the same old ones. Out in about an hour, less than two to get the new one back in. Less “fiddley” than replacing the convertible top but not without some issues. Best...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-22-2021, 07:29 AM
Replies: 6,754
Views: 1,706,323
Posted By Jgkram
Coolant Reservoir

Replaced the coolant reservoir this weekend. Wow...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-21-2021, 01:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,526
Posted By Jgkram
It does seem that way but I don't think there is...

It does seem that way but I don't think there is a statistically true difference between them. I still have a lot of the plastic parts on my 2001 in pretty decent shape. I'm sure most large...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-20-2021, 06:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,526
Posted By Jgkram
As a plastics engineer, my responsibility is to...

As a plastics engineer, my responsibility is to formulate heavily modified polymers for the energy industry. Even with highly modified and cross linked plastics, the shelf life of polymers is real. ...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-23-2021, 10:39 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,245
Posted By Jgkram
Have to agree with A8ked, it looks like someone...

Have to agree with A8ked, it looks like someone who just didn't know when to say enough is enough. These cars deserve better than that, please don't do it.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-08-2021, 01:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,846
Posted By Jgkram
Nothing to contribute here other than to say I...

Nothing to contribute here other than to say I LOVE these project car threads! Well done so far and keep up the good work.
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 06-30-2021, 12:46 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,965
Posted By Jgkram
Unfortunately I think Qmulus has made a really...

Unfortunately I think Qmulus has made a really valid point. These cars are OLD and most if not all are in need, or soon to be in need, of a refresh (bushings, bearings, suspension, mounts, expansion...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 06-23-2021, 05:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 841
Posted By Jgkram
Not to steal the thread but I have a similar...

Not to steal the thread but I have a similar issue with the peeling clear coat along the window trim on both doors. Body shop said the car has original paint. Just one of those things... Something...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-14-2021, 04:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 934
Posted By Jgkram
Congratulations and welcome!

Congratulations and welcome!
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-04-2021, 01:30 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,585
Posted By Jgkram
What do you plan on using to reattach the lens to...

What do you plan on using to reattach the lens to the headlight?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-03-2021, 05:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,105
Posted By Jgkram
These cars are now getting pretty old and as many...

These cars are now getting pretty old and as many have already stated you need to factor in enough money to take care of the necessities that WILL crop up. Even if the car has lower mileage all of...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-23-2021, 11:29 AM
Replies: 6,754
Views: 1,706,323
Posted By Jgkram
Window Reg

Unfortunately nothing as exciting as what some of you lucky guys are doing with those beautiful cars. I replaced the passenger side window regulator this weekend. Oh well, at least I’m happy to be...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-18-2021, 08:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,939
Posted By Jgkram
Yep, I know what you mean. I still remember not...

Yep, I know what you mean. I still remember not long after I got the car I got stuck on a very short but VERY steep hill. WOW! trying to balance that start without stalling out or burning up the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-18-2021, 06:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,160
Posted By Jgkram
I replaced my top this past October. I have to...

I replaced my top this past October. I have to say that it was not nearly as intimidating as it is made out to be. I made good use of three specific videos on YouTube including the one mentioned in...
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