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This sounds fairly reasonable -- I have been told...

This sounds fairly reasonable -- I have been told b-pads need to be replace about every 2 set of tires and normal/expected tire life for Z-rated shoes is around 13,000 - 18,000 miles. Also, have...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-18-2002, 08:21 PM

Replies: 0

Holiday Mod

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Posted By ehljags

Holiday Mod

JT,

I just noticed the holiday modification to the banner. I wonder if Santa drives a Porsche these days since he has to cover so many miles in so little time........ Besides, ponies are facter...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

12-17-2002, 07:27 PM

Replies: 8

Litronics and Clear/red tail lights

Views: 2,146

Posted By ehljags

Yes, my car is a 2001. I did the "splice" as I...

Yes, my car is a 2001. I did the "splice" as I did not have time to look for a pin puller. Although, perhaps, I should purchase one for future use - after all, one can never have enough tools!!

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

12-15-2002, 06:18 PM

Replies: 5

996 Transplant into Boxster

Views: 1,758

Posted By ehljags

Some details would be nice. Specifically,...

Some details would be nice.

Specifically, how do you stuff a 996 (3.4 or 3.6?) into a 986?

Do you have to make major mods to the suspension and engine compartment?

What about the...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

12-15-2002, 02:19 PM

Replies: 8

Litronics and Clear/red tail lights

Views: 2,146

Posted By ehljags

I agree Litronics are pricey; however, if you...

I agree Litronics are pricey; however, if you shop around, you can get the kit for around $950-ish, which is ~1/2 Porsche list. Amazing, I contacted 1 dealer in the NW whom wanted over $2200 plus...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

12-15-2002, 07:38 AM

Replies: 8

Litronics and Clear/red tail lights

Views: 2,146

Posted By ehljags

Litronics and Clear/red tail lights

I completed my light project yesterday.

1) Replace the factory orange/red tail lights with clear/reds. Took 15 minutes to complete. Most difficult part was replacing the inside carpet-cover...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

12-15-2002, 07:23 AM

Replies: 5

Short Shifter

Views: 1,770

Posted By ehljags

I had forgotten Kylie can sing. I have noticed...

I had forgotten Kylie can sing. I have noticed she has posed with a few cars -- mainly fords.....

back to short shifters!

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

12-14-2002, 08:34 PM

Replies: 13

tires and road-noise

Views: 1,497

Posted By ehljags

alignment will also do one additional thing --...

alignment will also do one additional thing -- keep your tires from breaking down quicker. Hmmmm, is this possible with soft high performance tires?????

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

12-14-2002, 08:29 PM

Replies: 5

Short Shifter

Views: 1,770

Posted By ehljags

Thanks Jeff. You mentioned having trouble...

Thanks Jeff.

You mentioned having trouble posting pics. have you tried using the http:// button above?

Also, why don't you register and join in. A lot of good info and great people.

Ed

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-11-2002, 04:49 PM

Replies: 4

New RX8

Views: 1,789

Posted By ehljags

the rear door is kind of strange. Kind of like...

the rear door is kind of strange. Kind of like some American pick-up trucks (Chevy I believe has a similar door design).

I hope it is a better fit the the Nissan Z which is poorly made, in my...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-11-2002, 04:46 PM

Replies: 3

turbo boxster ??

Views: 1,500

Posted By ehljags

You are right -- it is the same picture. The...

You are right -- it is the same picture. The article I ran into had a link to the page i mentioned above.

... hopefully it will link this time.....
...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-11-2002, 04:09 PM

Replies: 8

Car Covers

Views: 1,291

Posted By ehljags

I was at the dealer last week and checked out the...

I was at the dealer last week and checked out the 03 -- great looking with the new carrera wheels (narrow spokes). I also like the glass window in the rear, although it does look a bit smaller then...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-11-2002, 04:06 PM

Replies: 4

Burning Oil

Views: 1,773

Posted By ehljags

I agree infrequent use seems to have more smoke...

I agree infrequent use seems to have more smoke at startup. My car (2.7L, 2001) is basically my daily driver, however, it has sat for a week or so and the blue smoke is very noticeable.

Keep us...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-08-2002, 06:48 PM

Replies: 3

turbo boxster ??

Views: 1,500

Posted By ehljags

also, from Popular Mechanic mag: "2003...

also, from Popular Mechanic mag:

"2003 Porsche Boxster Turbo
We've driven the new Porsche 911 Turbo and the Boxster S. Now we find out about the Boxster Turbo. The most striking difference is...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-08-2002, 06:45 PM

Replies: 3

turbo boxster ??

Views: 1,500

Posted By ehljags

turbo boxster ??

Just ran into this article/picture at

http://www.fantasycars.com/Porsche_Boxster/porsche_boxster.html (http://)

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

12-08-2002, 06:26 PM

Replies: 5

Short Shifter

Views: 1,770

Posted By ehljags

Short Shifter

Does anyone have any experience with a short shifter kit? I am thinking about getting one, but hate to purchase, "sight-unseen;" or in this case, not knowing what the results are as it would be...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

12-08-2002, 04:30 PM

Replies: 13

tires and road-noise

Views: 1,497

Posted By ehljags

The rear problem may be shock related -- You will...

The rear problem may be shock related -- You will need to have that checked out. Having a "proper" alignment performed should include a complete suspension evaluation, including shocks/struts. Be...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

12-08-2002, 06:09 AM

Replies: 13

tires and road-noise

Views: 1,497

Posted By ehljags

How many miles did you have on the old tires?

How many miles did you have on the old tires?

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

12-08-2002, 06:08 AM

Replies: 13

tires and road-noise

Views: 1,497

Posted By ehljags

S03's

great price! I have frequently noticed small independent guys can come through. This is especially true with hardware and plumbing supply stores. WWW shopping is not always best, just easy.

...

Forum: Performance and Technical Chat

12-07-2002, 02:59 PM

Replies: 13

tires and road-noise

Views: 1,497

Posted By ehljags

looked at the shoes closly today. Yuk. ...

looked at the shoes closly today. Yuk.

Inside of rears are getting rather thin. Also, noticed it yesterday on wet pavement. Getting closer by the day....

Will most likley stay with the...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-07-2002, 02:56 PM

Replies: 8

Car Covers

Views: 1,291

Posted By ehljags

Thanks for the "counter" information. As before,...

Thanks for the "counter" information. As before, you computer guys amaze me. I use the PC and various workstations (unix stuff) daily at my office, but predominately use utilities written by...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

12-06-2002, 07:46 PM

Replies: 8

Car Covers

Views: 1,291

Posted By ehljags

how do i know what is the posting-number? Is it...

how do i know what is the posting-number? Is it on the posting or somewhere elce? As usual, I am fairly blind to this stuff.

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