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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-30-2013, 06:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,383
Posted By ProjectM96
Those bumps are one of the main reasons. I am...

Those bumps are one of the main reasons. I am currently using a steering wheel cover on my 4 spoke to make it feel thicker and sportier. I decided to go with the 3 spoke. ECU upgrade will come later....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-29-2013, 07:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,383
Posted By ProjectM96
New 3 spoke steering wheel OR ECU tune.

I can get this put in my car.
http://teilecar.com/files/porsche-911-986-996-gt2-leder-lenkrad-steering-wheel[1].jpg

Or

I can get the Fabspeed ECU upgrade. I live close to their shop so I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-25-2013, 12:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,585
Posted By ProjectM96
Here is a DIY and sound of the Top Speed Pro1...

Here is a DIY and sound of the Top Speed Pro1 Cat-back Exhaust
Porsche Boxster 986 Cat-back Exhaust DIY - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlpQ7Su9-Wk)
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 04-25-2013, 09:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,116
Posted By ProjectM96
Thanks. Tieniber, you in Philly? Where at? I...

Thanks.

Tieniber, you in Philly? Where at? I live in the NE by Franklin Mills Mall.

And do you have a dark blue 986 Base Boxster?
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 04-24-2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,116
Posted By ProjectM96
Brighter. Like this: ...

Brighter. Like this:
http://static8.depositphotos.com/1002049/966/i/950/depositphotos_9669311-Under-Construction-Sign.jpg
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-22-2013, 09:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,200
Posted By ProjectM96
Yeah I already did. At this point, I am...

Yeah I already did. At this point, I am considering downgrading to 16" wheels on my Boxster to get that look. I don't want 19", the ride is harsh enough and I don't want heavy wheels.

At least...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-22-2013, 07:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,200
Posted By ProjectM96
Where to find Fuchs style wheels?

Looking for replica's.

17-18" inch diameter
Fronts at 8-8.5" inches wide
Rears ar 9-10" inches wide.
Black painted center with brushed metal lip(not chrome)...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 04-17-2013, 09:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,116
Posted By ProjectM96
Can someone photoshop my wheels?

Can someone please photoshop my wheels in Flat Gold/Dark Yellow paint?

Use either picture. If you can do both, that would be great.
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8467/8122127443_5c709bb9c5_c.jpg...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-08-2013, 12:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,258
Posted By ProjectM96
I'm leaning towards keeping the Boxster and...

I'm leaning towards keeping the Boxster and waiting for an RX-7 because it is not the right time to buy. But i'm worried that when it is time to buy, I won't be able to find a good one anywhere. This...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-08-2013, 11:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,258
Posted By ProjectM96
Same power, but according to different automotive...

Same power, but according to different automotive magazines and websites, the 0-60mph time of the RX-7 is 5.0 seconds. Some say 4.9 and some say 5.1.

For the Boxster S, the 0-60mph time ranges...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-08-2013, 11:31 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,258
Posted By ProjectM96
Well he is well off so I don't think he is...

Well he is well off so I don't think he is worried about a $3000 reman engine from Mazda with installation (yes it only costs $3000). He owns a Corvette Z06 racecar with roll cage, new 2013 Cooper S,...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-08-2013, 10:37 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,258
Posted By ProjectM96
Non-Porsche question about an RX-7-Would you?

Hello. Well I have and love my 2000 Boxster 2.7L.

I was not planning on buying another car anytime soon and I am saving up for a wedding and grad school(without taking loans)

A friend of mine...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-29-2013, 06:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,844
Posted By ProjectM96
When I bought my Boxster, most gas stations in my...

When I bought my Boxster, most gas stations in my area had 91 and 92 octane.

I called up Porsche of America and they said I can use a minimum of 91 octane. I lose about 0.2HP for using it over 93...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-27-2013, 08:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,317
Posted By ProjectM96
Don't get me wrong. I do plan to tune it when I...

Don't get me wrong. I do plan to tune it when I install it. But would I be able to drive to the shop to get it tuned with the TB and plenum already installed?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-27-2013, 08:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,317
Posted By ProjectM96
Installing a 997 part on my 2.7L 986 Boxster

So some people have installed the 997 Throttlebody and plenum on their 986's.
Pedro's garage sells a kit for these to be installed on the 2.7L and 3.2L.

My question is:

Will the car run and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-27-2013, 06:15 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 31,195
Posted By ProjectM96
2000 2.7L with 94,400 miles. Original IMS. I do...

2000 2.7L with 94,400 miles. Original IMS. I do my own oil changes and I see no evidence of IMS failure in oil filter or magnetic oil drain plug. So I am confident it will never happen.
Forum: Boxster Racing Forum 03-20-2013, 06:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,031
Posted By ProjectM96
Nice pictures. Are those wheels O.Z. Allegerita...

Nice pictures. Are those wheels O.Z. Allegerita HLT's?
If so, can you please PM me pics of how they look on your car while your car is stationary. I have the opportunity to buy a used set for $1100...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-20-2013, 06:07 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,823
Posted By ProjectM96
Bought October 2010 at 77,000 miles. Daily...

Bought October 2010 at 77,000 miles.
Daily driven through summer and winter
Spirited hard daily driving spending 80% of my time over 4500rpm. I average 16mpg. :p
Autox'ed and tracked in the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-20-2013, 06:01 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,798
Posted By ProjectM96
You paid for battery installation? And you paid...

You paid for battery installation? And you paid $100+ in labor for that 3 minute job? Most shops install the battery for free and you just have to pay the typical $80 charge for the cost of an...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-19-2013, 08:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,305
Posted By ProjectM96
I guess it depends on how lucky you are. But...

I guess it depends on how lucky you are.

But I have daily driven my Boxster for 2 years through winters and summers. I also track it, autox it, and drive it in snow with summer tires.

It has...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-15-2013, 08:42 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,165
Posted By ProjectM96
Until last week, I carried an extra jack, two...

Until last week, I carried an extra jack, two tool boxes, automotive lightbulb-extension cord thingy, electric air compressor, dual USB charger, GPS, extra oil, extra light bulbs, extra fuses, jumper...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-15-2013, 08:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,349
Posted By ProjectM96
It is suddenly much easier to change gears

So I always though changing gears in my Boxster was somewhat harder than most other manual transmission cars I have driven. There was always more resistance when switching gears.

I drove the car...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-13-2013, 10:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,745
Posted By ProjectM96
I plasti-dipped my wheels a year ago in...

I plasti-dipped my wheels a year ago in flat-black. I have not washed or wiped my wheels since.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-01-2013, 12:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,377
Posted By ProjectM96
To answer your original question, It is not...

To answer your original question,

It is not hard if you do it like this:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8214/8358177458_c5e1d46355_z.jpg
Disclaimer: That jack stand shown under rear suspension is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-28-2013, 08:46 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,718
Posted By ProjectM96
About 5 seconds. I just try my hardest to keep it...

About 5 seconds. I just try my hardest to keep it under 3500rpm until it warms up.
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