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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-09-2007, 11:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,033
Posted By David N.
A boxster has two fans on the front either side...

A boxster has two fans on the front either side by the radiators. Usually the fan will turn on (or up, I forget) with the A/C, or when the coolant gets hot enough. If you are hearing a new sound...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-08-2007, 03:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,629
Posted By David N.
Twin exhaust. S-style dash. Wow, no expense...

Twin exhaust. S-style dash. Wow, no expense spared on that ricer dream. Too bad it was flawed with miles and a small engine.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-05-2007, 01:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,873
Posted By David N.
Concerning styling, I am a big fan of the 986...

Concerning styling, I am a big fan of the 986 over the 987, with just a few notable exceptions:

-I like the more sculpted nature of the 986 interior, but it does seem less flimsy in the 987.
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-02-2007, 04:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,054
Posted By David N.
I think our cars are rather capable, but the way...

I think our cars are rather capable, but the way they are set up they seem to suffer rather badly from axle-hop. Have you been doing anything to alleviate that in your tests?

-David
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-02-2007, 04:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,249
Posted By David N.
Changing the clutch is a ********************,...

Changing the clutch is a ********************, you have to unmount the tranny, and I believe for the clutch you have to attach the engine to a crane thru the clamshell and disconnect it from the engine mounts so...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-29-2007, 08:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,141
Posted By David N.
Shouldn't there be some PCCB rotors out there...

Shouldn't there be some PCCB rotors out there somewhere? They may be a little pricey, but excepting track use they will probably last you forever:)

-David
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-28-2007, 11:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,866
Posted By David N.
Best way to avoid the pain of IMS, try to drive...

Best way to avoid the pain of IMS, try to drive the car 35k miles while still covered under warranty. Or get your own warranty if it's no longer covered (and the engine hasn't already had IMS...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-24-2007, 03:50 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 14,362
Posted By David N.
...a 2002 GSXR750 ...

...a 2002 GSXR750

http://darkoven.com/bike1.jpg

Not really a practical alternative, but it's a lot cheaper to crash on the track! :D
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-24-2007, 03:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,689
Posted By David N.
I believe I said "you are taking your chances",...

I believe I said "you are taking your chances", which I stand by.

Not saying failure is inevitable, but it is possible, and I think it's worth mentioning that possibility because it's so...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-23-2007, 04:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,070
Posted By David N.
Mine went at 34k (under warranty, previous...

Mine went at 34k (under warranty, previous owner), so hard to say. 30-35k plays it safe..
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-23-2007, 03:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,689
Posted By David N.
While I won't defend Porsche for designing an...

While I won't defend Porsche for designing an engine that's had as many problems as the early Boxster engines, I would agree that more research on your part wouldn't have hurt. I tell myself that...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-23-2007, 12:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,689
Posted By David N.
Damn. Sorry to hear about the bad news, you are...

Damn. Sorry to hear about the bad news, you are not alone. Many a buyer who found low-mileage Boxsters get screwed by engine failures that would end up costing 5-10k USD to fix.

To be fair, the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-21-2007, 12:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,236
Posted By David N.
CEL light huh? If you can get the P-code, that...

CEL light huh? If you can get the P-code, that would be extremely helpful..
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 11-21-2007, 11:07 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 20,154
Posted By David N.
mmmm, 390hp 3.2L twin tuuuuurbo... *drooool*...

mmmm, 390hp 3.2L twin tuuuuurbo...

*drooool*

Has anyone done a TTP turbo kit? Curious what the reliability is like.

-David
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-19-2007, 02:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,769
Posted By David N.
I want to say around 750 or so for mine once it's...

I want to say around 750 or so for mine once it's warmed up.

Correction, it idles at 650 when it's warmed up. 900 sounds quite high for a warm idle.

-David
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-17-2007, 06:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,444
Posted By David N.
Door squeak

Hey all, got another squeak that's annoying the heck out of me. It's in the door rubber, towards the top near the handle. It's basically the rubber that's on the car body that makes contact with...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-14-2007, 07:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,388
Posted By David N.
The 10 is absolutely boring LA to Texas. I...

The 10 is absolutely boring LA to Texas. I recommend at least taking the I-40 for that leg, it only adds maybe a couple hours to the overall trip, but the scenery is so much better.
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-14-2007, 02:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,263
Posted By David N.
I agree with Brucelee...IF the car has a...

I agree with Brucelee...IF the car has a powertrain warranty and you plan to continue to have one.

If not, the price of having an almost new car is this:
-You will be financially responsible...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-13-2007, 08:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,643
Posted By David N.
Could we keep the thread topic on...

Could we keep the thread topic on trial-by-declaration please?

-David
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-13-2007, 02:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,643
Posted By David N.
It's a method of trial for traffic tickets that...

It's a method of trial for traffic tickets that exists in certain states. You request it during arraignment instead of a normal trial or traffic school. You just write up in you side of the story...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-13-2007, 02:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,643
Posted By David N.
Trial by Declaration

...can work. I finally got my fine refunded for a ticket back in January that I fought via trial-by-declaration in April (there's a thread on it somewhere if you look). Took them long enough, but I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-11-2007, 04:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,542
Posted By David N.
Give that man a prize, he just saved you tens of...

Give that man a prize, he just saved you tens of thousands instead of buying a C4. Maybe at least a discount on his next AX;)

-David
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 11-09-2007, 09:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,584
Posted By David N.
Nice setup HB. What's that little red and silver...

Nice setup HB. What's that little red and silver thingy in where the wiper dial goes on the left console strip?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-09-2007, 12:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,104
Posted By David N.
Ah &*#$, hit a phone pole...

So I come home in the middle of the day to get my keys to the truck. Have to park in the neighbor's spot because the building cleaning lady is in mine. His spot is a lot trickier because there's a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-04-2007, 11:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,540
Posted By David N.
Engine failure is a big concern for cars with...

Engine failure is a big concern for cars with less than 20 or 30k miles. If the engine has not been rebuilt or replaced, I would absolutely be sure you are still getting coverage from the original...
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