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Forum: Boxster Racing Forum 09-29-2019, 07:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,520
Posted By Topless
I think that was 2012, the year of the deluge. A...

I think that was 2012, the year of the deluge. A fun track that we used for 4 years but Fairplex management changed and they upped the rental rate 5x so it is no longer viable for car clubs. Too bad...
Forum: Boxster Racing Forum 09-26-2019, 11:10 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,520
Posted By Topless
Here are a few Cayman 2.9L vids just for SteveOX ...

Here are a few Cayman 2.9L vids just for SteveOX :)

1. Chasing M Rondeau around AAA Speedway Fontana. Both these 911s are stripped out race cars with more grip and much lighter weight. My car...
Forum: Boxster Racing Forum 09-26-2019, 10:29 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,520
Posted By Topless
Here are a few vids from over the years. 1. ...

Here are a few vids from over the years.

1. A little romp in a friend's GT3RS at Chuckwalla CCW with PCA. The R7 tires had 20 HC and were well past their expiration date but oh what a car! We...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-31-2019, 08:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,157
Posted By Topless
^^ This! Even PSS9 are a significant...

^^ This!

Even PSS9 are a significant compromise for street/track and I have no experience with lesser struts. A nice pair of Bilstein HDs and a set of lowering springs should work well for dual...
Forum: New Member Introductions 08-31-2019, 08:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,101
Posted By Topless
Yes, sounds like a failed ign switch. A fairly...

Yes, sounds like a failed ign switch. A fairly easy fix if you can get the part.

If it were my car I would probably attach the tow hook, get a tow strap, and pull her to safety with another car...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-31-2019, 07:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,831
Posted By Topless
Process of elimination. These are things that...

Process of elimination. These are things that have caused 986 overheating in the past. Check off the list and see what you find:

* Totally clogged airflow between the rads and A/C condensers. ...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 08-21-2019, 07:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,765
Posted By Topless
Strange. I had steering that began to feel...

Strange.

I had steering that began to feel imprecise and it turned out that the subframe had loosened up over time resulting in movement of the whole front suspension. Ger a torque wrench on...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 08-01-2019, 10:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,549
Posted By Topless
Confirmed. "Off" means mostly off unless you...

Confirmed. "Off" means mostly off unless you activate ABS or slide the car. Then Fritz the magic PSM wizard reactivates to prevent you from hurting your car or yourself. In a 986/987 it is pretty...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-21-2019, 11:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,453
Posted By Topless
Should be fine if it is stock, but a bigger...

Should be fine if it is stock, but a bigger problem can be getting through CA DMV registration from out of state. It took about 6 months for me with a Cayman that was originally sold in CA, bought...
Forum: Boxster Racing Forum 07-20-2019, 08:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,844
Posted By Topless
... And good tires

... And good tires
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-17-2019, 05:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,277
Posted By Topless
986 and 944 are my two most recommended...

986 and 944 are my two most recommended introductory track cars. A great learning platform.

Basic stuff to add:

Racing brake pads and hi temp fluid.
991 GT3 brake cooling ducts
Brey Krause...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-17-2019, 05:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,031
Posted By Topless
Redline upshift on a straight road, no problem. ...

Redline upshift on a straight road, no problem.

Redline mid corner on a long sweeper, or over-rev downshift is the motor killer.

Enjoy your car!
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-14-2019, 08:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,243
Posted By Topless
Maybe. It probably won't "damage" the battery...

Maybe. It probably won't "damage" the battery specifically but if you want 100% capacity and longest life from your AGM, use an AGM rated charger. This will add that extra 10-15% capacity that...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-14-2019, 08:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,534
Posted By Topless
Eeesh. If there was piston contact and bent...

Eeesh. If there was piston contact and bent valves, there is a good chance the rod bearings were also scored during impact. Might be time for a total rebuild to refresh the motor rather than doing...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-10-2019, 06:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,549
Posted By Topless
True enough. I am betting there is a tire...

True enough. I am betting there is a tire mismatch in sizes or compound causing the PSM to over-react. PS2 on the front and All Season on the rear would certainly cause this.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-09-2019, 03:20 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,516
Posted By Topless
BMW and Audi are pretty sweet for 3 years, then...

BMW and Audi are pretty sweet for 3 years, then all the parts start falling off as you leave your driveway. Fun to drive, much less reliable than Porsche.

With your need for longevity, price...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-09-2019, 08:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,549
Posted By Topless
Inside driver's side door jam will have a plate...

Inside driver's side door jam will have a plate with the mfg date and stock tire sizes. On the side of the tires you will find the model of tire and size. Knowing your car and your contact patch is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-08-2019, 08:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,549
Posted By Topless
Lots of different versions of PSM so model and...

Lots of different versions of PSM so model and year of car is helpful for the best answers. Usually learning to drive within the PSM envelope is a good thing but if your brakes, wheels or tires are...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-02-2019, 04:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,114
Posted By Topless
Because it is belt driven and runs on different...

Because it is belt driven and runs on different size pulleys I don't think the OEM WP runs anywhere near 6k rpm. With a little math and knowing the pulley diameters you could calculate the...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 07-02-2019, 08:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,114
Posted By Topless
This is an interesting question and not as simple...

This is an interesting question and not as simple as it seems. The stock WP is belt driven continuously variable based on rpm. It flows twice the gpm at 6k rpm as it does at 3k rpm, less head...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-27-2019, 09:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,910
Posted By Topless
I went through about 20 sets of tires in the...

I went through about 20 sets of tires in the 225/255 stagger and that was my favorite setup. It gives you a bit more grip forward so better cornering and braking. No need for a sway bar change.
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-27-2019, 03:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,197
Posted By Topless
Enjoy the new ride and don't be a stranger. Your...

Enjoy the new ride and don't be a stranger. Your 996 is really just a 3.6L hard top Boxster with the motor in the wrong place. :)

After 10 years with the 986 I too decided to get a hard top for...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-27-2019, 06:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,662
Posted By Topless
The A/C compressor only consumes about 2-3hp...

The A/C compressor only consumes about 2-3hp which is not very much unless you have one that is failing. Then it will add significantly more load. Revs matter and keeping the car between 3k-6k will...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-19-2019, 09:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,195
Posted By Topless
Pul the LF wheel and check the wheel well for a...

Pul the LF wheel and check the wheel well for a tire rub spot. I had too much castor in my 986 at one point and the tire just grazed the inner wheel well at full lock right turn.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-16-2019, 09:18 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,910
Posted By Topless
Sorry I missed this. Yes a stiffer rear bar...

Sorry I missed this.

Yes a stiffer rear bar allows for a quicker weight transfer forward when you lift. This allows the front tires to set quickly and increase the rear slip angle so the car will...
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