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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

05-03-2020, 04:42 PM

Replies: 3

Spark Plug Choices

Views: 978

Posted By mikeinmass

I love Bosch plugs, and run them now. Had a 75...

I love Bosch plugs, and run them now. Had a 75 Norton 850 which would run on nothing else.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-24-2020, 05:41 PM

Replies: 14

Brake Fluid Reservoir questions

Views: 2,600

Posted By mikeinmass

years ago (like 15) the 1st time i flushed the...

years ago (like 15) the 1st time i flushed the fluid I removed it without any issues. Last year the damn thing would not come out. Kind of crazy.

Forum: DIY Project Guides

04-14-2020, 06:20 PM

Replies: 7

DIY: Oil Change

Views: 2,011

Posted By mikeinmass

I use a Concrete mixing tub.. as my catch pan.....

I use a Concrete mixing tub.. as my catch pan.. works great.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-29-2020, 10:15 AM

Replies: 2

Ignition switch yet again...

Views: 961

Posted By mikeinmass

I'll have to look into the process of confirming...

I'll have to look into the process of confirming that and the details to address.. found the posts, thanks.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-21-2020, 10:22 AM

Replies: 2

Ignition switch yet again...

Views: 961

Posted By mikeinmass

Ignition switch yet again...

I managed to replace the switch in my 99, I replaced it as it was getting hard to turn on the 2nd position which actually starts the engine. Now that it is replaced I'd say there is far more...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-14-2020, 07:02 AM

Replies: 9

Ignition switch?

Views: 1,267

Posted By mikeinmass

There's posts here showing screwdrivers people...

There's posts here showing screwdrivers people have been successful with. This was a real PITA and took me a lot of time over sever days an hour here and there. But, I am not flexible at all and...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

01-17-2020, 05:07 AM

Replies: 12

Rear windshield

Views: 3,343

Posted By mikeinmass

My 99, which i purchased new did not have glass,...

My 99, which i purchased new did not have glass, it was plastic.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-17-2019, 01:34 PM

Replies: 15

service costs

Views: 1,904

Posted By mikeinmass

For street driving, who's rotors do you suggest?...

For street driving, who's rotors do you suggest? Powerstop too? I need to replace my pads and rotors too.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-07-2019, 09:56 AM

Replies: 19

Ignition switch replacement

Views: 2,006

Posted By mikeinmass

For me it was a total PITA, but I am not very...

For me it was a total PITA, but I am not very flexable at all. In the end my son finally did the job, and now for me just connecting the air vent back is another total PITA. Crazy that this part is...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-26-2019, 05:35 PM

Replies: 2

Autosport in Shrewsbury MA

Views: 1,271

Posted By mikeinmass

Thank you. yes, these are the guys that moved...

Thank you. yes, these are the guys that moved from Acton.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-17-2019, 08:07 AM

Replies: 14

Can't figure where these drops are coming from

Views: 1,281

Posted By mikeinmass

I can't do it. I'm just too stiff and can't...

I can't do it. I'm just too stiff and can't contort myself to accomplish this. Over the weekend I attempted at least 10 times, before putting the harness back onto the switch. I have purchased every...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-16-2019, 07:48 AM

Replies: 2

Autosport in Shrewsbury MA

Views: 1,271

Posted By mikeinmass

Autosport in Shrewsbury MA

Anyone with experience being serviced by this shop https://www.autosportinc.net/? They used to be in Acton MA. Looking to have them do my IMS and replace that damn ignition switch which for the life...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-15-2019, 09:49 AM

Replies: 15

Ignition switch electrical

Views: 1,575

Posted By mikeinmass

I will be very happy to pay you $250 to replace...

I will be very happy to pay you $250 to replace this damn switch.. I can't believe how you guys are doing this, and yes I've seen how you are doing it. What a PITA.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-14-2019, 06:27 PM

Replies: 14

Can't figure where these drops are coming from

Views: 1,281

Posted By mikeinmass

I've owned the car from day 1, actually ordered...

I've owned the car from day 1, actually ordered it with specific options. No issues with my brakes and I've always done my own fluid flushing. Something I will keep a close eye on.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-14-2019, 05:55 PM

Replies: 14

Can't figure where these drops are coming from

Views: 1,281

Posted By mikeinmass

That would make sense. Just checked the back...

That would make sense. Just checked the back side of brake shaft, dry as a bone and clean as can be, no residue. I've experienced no braking issues.. but your thoughts really align. Thank you.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-14-2019, 05:03 PM

Replies: 14

Can't figure where these drops are coming from

Views: 1,281

Posted By mikeinmass

Can't figure where these drops are coming from

Working on the ignition switch - i see these drops and stains on my carpet, they are dry. I can't find a potential source, would seem to come from above but it's all dry up there and I don't see a...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

05-15-2019, 05:52 AM

Replies: 2

Newbie 986 Question

Views: 954

Posted By mikeinmass

I have a 99 which I purchased new and only has...

I have a 99 which I purchased new and only has 38K miles now. Obviously mine too is a garage queen. I change fluids (have't done the coolant) and recently replaced rubber brake hoses. When I do take...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

05-09-2019, 02:41 PM

Replies: 13

Possible ignition switch issue

Views: 1,982

Posted By mikeinmass

I need to do this and I know I would not be able...

I need to do this and I know I would not be able to do going from the underside, bad back and stiff as a board. Going thru the vent looks to be much easier. Did the vent go back in nice?

-Mike

Forum: DIY Project Guides

04-18-2019, 10:52 AM

Replies: 4

DIY: Coolant Change

Views: 1,738

Posted By mikeinmass

Thank you, I need to do this as well. Seeing the...

Thank you, I need to do this as well. Seeing the fight you had with the hose, I think I'll plan on cutting and replacing that damn hose.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-26-2019, 03:23 PM

Replies: 12

dead battery

Views: 1,845

Posted By mikeinmass

"There is a cutout in the bottom door trim" that...

"There is a cutout in the bottom door trim" that I did not know. Been dropping the window an inch for 20 years now when I put the queen away for the winter. Thanks!

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-24-2018, 07:44 PM

Replies: 137

What's the story behind your forum name?

Views: 18,975

Posted By mikeinmass

such as a 441 victor BSA

such as a 441 victor BSA

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-24-2018, 07:41 PM

Replies: 137

What's the story behind your forum name?

Views: 18,975