986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

I have a similar story to 10's. I researched and...

I have a similar story to 10's. I researched and knew what I wanted (550 special edition) and looked for almost exactly 1 year. Found her in a Trading Times ad in Buffalo NY, a true garage queen...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-06-2016, 03:12 AM

Replies: 33

I Went from a Wanabe to a Newbe Today

Views: 3,322

Posted By Bootlegger

Sweet car!! Welcome to the SE family. The best...

Sweet car!! Welcome to the SE family. The best of the 986's without a doubt. If you like the kit & spoiler it's cool, I prefer stock. To each his own. Is the carpet gray? Hmmm..

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

03-05-2016, 03:46 AM

Replies: 48

I was a victim and it was my own fault.

Views: 6,140

Posted By Bootlegger

Sorry to hear Tim. Two words...German Shepard. ...

Sorry to hear Tim. Two words...German Shepard. Big ass ears and a guttural growl send the low-life's to a place less difficult. Heal quickly...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-28-2016, 03:58 PM

Replies: 16

New problem and now I'm really getting frustrated

Views: 2,025

Posted By Bootlegger

Ignition switch? Many of the electrical issues...

Ignition switch? Many of the electrical issues start with the ignition. Do a search and you'll see what I mean. Keep us posted.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-28-2016, 10:03 AM

Replies: 12

986 with Cayman S wheels

Views: 2,839

Posted By Bootlegger

Sweet... Thanks much appreciated.

Sweet... Thanks much appreciated.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-28-2016, 03:30 AM

Replies: 12

986 with Cayman S wheels

Views: 2,839

Posted By Bootlegger

Are you using the tow hook as the front plate...

Are you using the tow hook as the front plate holder? Being from Ohio, we are required to display a front and rear plate. Can you share how you have attached the front please? Oh ya... the wheels...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-22-2016, 03:05 AM

Replies: 13

Where are did you buy your LN engineering IMS bearing

Views: 2,496

Posted By Bootlegger

Single Row Pro in my 986. I paid $799 plus...

Single Row Pro in my 986. I paid $799 plus installation.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-17-2016, 04:51 PM

Replies: 19

The crazy S#%t you find.....

Views: 1,943

Posted By Bootlegger

I have 2 zip ties holding my $150 windscreens on...

I have 2 zip ties holding my $150 windscreens on the roll bar as we speak. More of a security measure but.......

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

02-13-2016, 07:37 AM

Replies: 6

Changing oil with car not level

Views: 1,136

Posted By Bootlegger

You actually get more oil to drain out when you...

You actually get more oil to drain out when you have the rear elevated 'slightly' higher than the front. If you look at the inside of the oil pan and you can see why this is so. And as others have...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-12-2016, 03:35 PM

Replies: 20

Polar opposites....

Views: 2,879

Posted By Bootlegger

2004 Ford F-150 Super Crew 4X4 Lariat to go with...

2004 Ford F-150 Super Crew 4X4 Lariat to go with my 04 986 SE. Fatty and skinny went to bed, fatty rolled over and skinny was dead.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-06-2016, 03:27 AM

Replies: 13

550 Edition exhaust tip fitment

Views: 2,494

Posted By Bootlegger

2nd try.... ...

2nd try....

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/550+Exhaust+tip1454761574.jpg

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

02-05-2016, 02:07 PM

Replies: 13

550 Edition exhaust tip fitment

Views: 2,494

Posted By Bootlegger

The 550 exhaust tip bolts to the muffler but is...

The 550 exhaust tip bolts to the muffler but is not attached fully. Here is a really bad picture but I think you can see the space around the tip.

C:\Users\jblod_000\Pictures\Saved Pictures
...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

01-02-2016, 03:39 AM

Replies: 4

First Service Results

Views: 1,354

Posted By Bootlegger

For a hundred bucks you can purchase a filter...

For a hundred bucks you can purchase a filter magnet (FilterMag) to pull any metallic grit from your oil. I'd change the oil & filter, install the magnets and run it for 500 miles. Drop the filter...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

01-01-2016, 04:30 AM

Replies: 110

What's your favorite song while driving a boxster

Views: 15,963

Posted By Bootlegger

Trans-Island Skyway - Donald Fagen or anything...

Trans-Island Skyway - Donald Fagen
or anything Steely Dan

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-25-2015, 03:14 AM

Replies: 17

Merry Christmas from the South

Views: 1,523

Posted By Bootlegger

Merry Christmas everyone from the upper Midwest. ...

Merry Christmas everyone from the upper Midwest. Somebody stole winter and my snowmobile is lonely. The 986 is sleeping peacefully in the garage. I guess I'll have to ride my bicycle for my speed...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-20-2015, 05:30 AM

Replies: 51

ugh...ferrous metal found...

Views: 10,000

Posted By Bootlegger

Any grit passing through your engine equals wear....

Any grit passing through your engine equals wear. Since you have already identified metal in your oil a small investment in a filter magnet makes perfect sense. Personally, I'd rather have a device...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-19-2015, 03:23 AM

Replies: 51

ugh...ferrous metal found...

Views: 10,000

Posted By Bootlegger

Have you considered installing a oil filter...

Have you considered installing a oil filter magnet? Once you do your checks and put the unit back in service I'd spring for the magnets and see what metal you can attract. Also I agree with your...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-05-2015, 02:40 PM

Replies: 12

Choose My Boxster

Views: 1,624

Posted By Bootlegger

Personally I'd look for an 03 or 04 S model, more...

Personally I'd look for an 03 or 04 S model, more updates and options standard for a few extra dead presidents (worth it). Without knowing the cost comparison and wear items it's hard to give an...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-28-2015, 02:50 PM

Replies: 22

Just bought a 2001 Boxster S

Views: 4,782

Posted By Bootlegger

Welcome to Boxster ownership. Nice ride.

Welcome to Boxster ownership. Nice ride.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-07-2015, 03:19 AM

Replies: 36

The New Mazda Miata

Views: 6,025

Posted By Bootlegger

The New Mazda Miata

I've always joked that Miata is a Japanese word for 'wish I was a Porsche' (no disrespect intended). However, this looks bad-ass and legit.

The Retro Mazda Miata Spyder Concept Is So, So Cool...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

10-08-2015, 03:29 PM

Replies: 25

Poll: Do You Like the "Boxster" Name?

Views: 3,776

Posted By Bootlegger

Porsche 986 Spyder. Boxster for short... ...

Porsche 986 Spyder. Boxster for short...

Just Porsche. If they ask... a 911? I say no a 986.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

09-27-2015, 03:22 PM

Replies: 17

Help with purchase decision Boxster / Boxster S

Views: 1,475