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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-03-2016, 01:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,454
Posted By Mark_T
I have a set of hydraulic jack stands similar to...

I have a set of hydraulic jack stands similar to these and they really work well, especially if you need to get the car perfectly level all around
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Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-03-2016, 08:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,021
Posted By Mark_T
Yes, that is the right one. I also used Pedro's...

Yes, that is the right one. I also used Pedro's DIY the first time I did it and all went well. If Pedro wrote a book I would totally buy it. His write-ups are the best!
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 03-02-2016, 09:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,021
Posted By Mark_T
+1 on both points. the European Black Label model...

+1 on both points. the European Black Label model is the one to get.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-02-2016, 02:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,242
Posted By Mark_T
Put the top down! :D

Put the top down! :D
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-02-2016, 06:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,076
Posted By Mark_T
LOL! I was going to make the exact same post. It...

LOL! I was going to make the exact same post. It seems 'peggers think alike, some just a little faster,
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-26-2016, 07:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,764
Posted By Mark_T
Old thread, I know, but I'm wondering where this...

Old thread, I know, but I'm wondering where this 3-step procedure comes from. All the manuals I have looked at state a torque spec of 37 ft-lbs and make no mention of backing off the nut and then...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-26-2016, 11:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,193
Posted By Mark_T
Don't be a hack.

Don't be a hack.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-25-2016, 02:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,392
Posted By Mark_T
Good info, thanks. I would normally agree...

Good info, thanks. I would normally agree completely on not using used shocks, but these came from a car with only 13k miles and I got all four for less than the price of one new shock. Not the...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-24-2016, 04:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,392
Posted By Mark_T
Thanks Steve

Thanks Steve
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 02-24-2016, 02:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,392
Posted By Mark_T
shock part replacement question

I will be replacing the rear shocks on my 99 (90k miles) as one is seeping. I picked up a pair of low mileage, used shocks to use. I will re-use the existing springs. The shocks came with bellows but...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-18-2016, 08:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,298
Posted By Mark_T
Let's see your racing rigs

Here's mine. There's a 12 volt power supply under the seat so the recline function works. The slider mechanism is also installed for front-back adjustment. The wheel is Fanatec and can be adjusted...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-26-2016, 11:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,637
Posted By Mark_T
Bullseye, ISU 5 gun - Free, air, rapid, standard...

Bullseye, ISU 5 gun - Free, air, rapid, standard and center fire. I did some PPC but never got serious about it.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-24-2016, 07:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,272
Posted By Mark_T
A big snowblower is pretty much required...

A big snowblower is pretty much required equipment around here. I've got a two-stage 8.5hp unit with a 28" scoop that has served me well for many years. Fortunately this winter has been warm and dry...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-24-2016, 07:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,637
Posted By Mark_T
My worst time on the highway would have been back...

My worst time on the highway would have been back in April of '89 driving about 200 km back to Winnipeg from Wawanesa after a pistol match. Visibility was poor due to a heavy wet snow, there was...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-15-2016, 07:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,362
Posted By Mark_T
You are a brave man indeed! Keep us posted as...

You are a brave man indeed! Keep us posted as your project progresses.

Have you thought that you might be further ahead to part out the remains and put the money towards a running car?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-14-2016, 08:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,108
Posted By Mark_T
So does mine.

So does mine.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-11-2016, 08:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,984
Posted By Mark_T
Yeah, I'll save my money and torrent the next...

Yeah, I'll save my money and torrent the next one, and I'll probably still feel ripped off. Really lame movie.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-11-2016, 08:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,745
Posted By Mark_T
Nice video. If I might make a suggestion to...

Nice video. If I might make a suggestion to improve watchability (if that's a word), pan slower and try and be more smooth and continuous. Also, pause the filming to do your zoom, then resume...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-11-2016, 08:42 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,632
Posted By Mark_T
You were expecting maybe an "Attaboy" for coming...

You were expecting maybe an "Attaboy" for coming on to a Porsche enthusiast forum and bragging about how you thrash on your car in a way that it was never intended to be used? Or perhaps you expected...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-10-2016, 08:45 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,632
Posted By Mark_T
One hard launch is not going to smoke a clutch....

One hard launch is not going to smoke a clutch. Doing it n a regular basis will, and I think that's the real story here.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-10-2016, 08:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,378
Posted By Mark_T
I reduced the rolling weight of my car by 50 lbs...

I reduced the rolling weight of my car by 50 lbs using the eat-less-cheeseburgers mod. Made the sport seats much more comfortable too, not to mention the increased ease of entering/exiting the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-27-2015, 12:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,550
Posted By Mark_T
What he said. Stop bellyaching about the cost and...

What he said. Stop bellyaching about the cost and buy the proper tool. And get a good one rather than the cheap piece of crap I just know you want to buy.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-23-2015, 08:34 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,971
Posted By Mark_T
Your wife's name is Six? That's unusual.

Your wife's name is Six? That's unusual.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-21-2015, 10:39 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,971
Posted By Mark_T
Been thinking about one for a while. Likely go...

Been thinking about one for a while. Likely go with REDFIVE or a variant of it.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-12-2015, 11:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,889
Posted By Mark_T
I've had my car towed once. it was done on a flat...

I've had my car towed once. it was done on a flat bed truck and there were no issues. It's the only way I would have the car moved.
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