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Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-19-2019, 09:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,370
Posted By lkchris
An alternate approach? ...

An alternate approach?

https://cai-store.com/collections/frontpage/products/premium-satellite-antenna-mount-for-911-cayman-boxster
Forum: DIY Project Guides 06-19-2019, 09:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,871
Posted By lkchris
Very satisfied customer here.

Very satisfied customer here.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-11-2019, 04:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,671
Posted By lkchris
Porsche specifies these screws be replaced, not...

Porsche specifies these screws be replaced, not reused every time they're removed.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-09-2019, 09:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,341
Posted By lkchris
Wax it should only need water next time

Wax it should only need water next time
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-02-2019, 09:39 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 23,296
Posted By lkchris
It's a German car, so best imho to get used to...

It's a German car, so best imho to get used to torque figures in nm (newton-meters).

130 nm

I've lots more Mercedes experience than Porsche experience, and Mercedes and BMW and many others...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-02-2019, 09:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,188
Posted By lkchris
I replaced my deteriorated vinyl seats with ~90%...

I replaced my deteriorated vinyl seats with ~90% full leather 986/996 seats via ebay purchase from qualityporscheparts. This was less expensive than purchasing even one recover kit from Porsche.
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-16-2019, 09:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,414
Posted By lkchris
The original equipment door speakers are woofers,...

The original equipment door speakers are woofers, at least on pre-2003. The crossover for the low frequencies is part of the amp in the trunk.

Here's some interesting information ...

I...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-05-2019, 11:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,028
Posted By lkchris
Nothing ... unless you have the super fancy...

Nothing ... unless you have the super fancy double din Porsche radio introduced in 2003
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-09-2018, 03:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,450
Posted By lkchris
TORX does not come in metric or SAE. It's TORX.

TORX does not come in metric or SAE. It's TORX.
Forum: DIY Project Guides 07-17-2018, 04:40 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 28,690
Posted By lkchris
Another pretty easy was to improve the sound of...

Another pretty easy was to improve the sound of an early 2.7 or 3.2 is to fit a 2003-4 OE muffler.

Bolts right on, sounds way better, interchangeable tips.
Forum: DIY Project Guides 07-17-2018, 04:39 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 28,690
Posted By lkchris
Drone is caused by fitting a muffler that weighs...

Drone is caused by fitting a muffler that weighs significantly less than the OE muffler. Unlike most cars, the Boxster muffler is suspended by the same mounts as the motor and transmission, and they...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-17-2018, 04:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,356
Posted By lkchris
Your factory amp includes a frequency crossover...

Your factory amp includes a frequency crossover to send only low frequencies to the door speakers, which are woofers.

Ignoring this fact means you'll have woofers in the doors receiving the whole...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-17-2018, 04:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,180
Posted By lkchris
Yes, the learning here is that for the most part...

Yes, the learning here is that for the most part 'merikun FLAPS don't stock much for German cars.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-02-2018, 11:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,625
Posted By lkchris
The spinlocks double as mounts for the "speedster...

The spinlocks double as mounts for the "speedster humps" fwiw
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-02-2018, 10:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 13,554
Posted By lkchris
There are three threaded holes for the battery...

There are three threaded holes for the battery hold down.

You can fit
H6
H7
H8

H8 is a battery for diesels and I wouldn't advise it.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-22-2018, 02:30 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,506
Posted By lkchris
Ho ho ho ... For Porsches, it's easy ......

Ho ho ho ...

For Porsches, it's easy ... it's whatever tire Walter Rohrl tests and approves ... which rates an "N" molded into the sidewall.

Perhaps the greatest rally car driver ever, now a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-22-2018, 02:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,282
Posted By lkchris
Another note ... The later dash features...

Another note ...

The later dash features completely different center plastic, i.e. hvac vent, switch mounts, radio mounts, etc. So, you need those parts, too.

FWIW the expensive cupholder...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-22-2018, 02:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,138
Posted By lkchris
... and it's a screw, not a bolt. It's a...

... and it's a screw, not a bolt.

It's a bolt when you put a nut on it.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-20-2018, 09:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,096
Posted By lkchris
They've accepted every one of my best offers. I...

They've accepted every one of my best offers. I wasn't crazy about it, maybe just $25 off at most.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-20-2018, 09:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,498
Posted By lkchris
Had same experience when Boxster in for a bit of...

Had same experience when Boxster in for a bit of service--a 993 loaner.

Nice enough, the almost straight up/down windshield with vent wings was a bit retro! For sure a different outlook on...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-03-2018, 10:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,380
Posted By lkchris
Not sure I've ever seen a German car that didn't...

Not sure I've ever seen a German car that didn't arrive from factory with threadlocker on brake caliper mount screws. Mercedes all do, as did your 986.

This is the reason the official service...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-03-2018, 10:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,477
Posted By lkchris
The front side leather or vinyl pieces just pry...

The front side leather or vinyl pieces just pry off and plenty are available from eBay dismantlers.

If by "covering" you refer to paint on the back side ...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-12-2018, 11:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,335
Posted By lkchris
The problem often is Thule USA, which thinks we...

The problem often is Thule USA, which thinks we all drive SUVs.

Best to shop UK websites for Thule stuff.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-12-2018, 11:18 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,096
Posted By lkchris
Also https://shop.jackpointjackstands.com/main.sc

Also https://shop.jackpointjackstands.com/main.sc
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-02-2018, 09:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,255
Posted By lkchris
Or if you want to pay more, buy one on eBay!

Or if you want to pay more, buy one on eBay!
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