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  1. gandrade1
    Does anyone have any pictures that show where to disconnect the cables on the Porsche Method? I don't want to mess with the alignment... Thanks, Gus
  2. gandrade1
    Sounds interesting...Could we expect a DIY Article on that? I have a B&M, but keep on postponing the installation, since I heard that the shift becomes harder in the winter - I live in NJ. Plus I am not sure It would not cause the missing gears problem.
  3. gandrade1
    +1 for the PSE! Let me know if you decide to sell either of them, I have the stock Boxster muffler and either your Maxspeed or the PSE sound and look better than mine. I just can't convince myself to spend $600 or $1200 on an exhaust. All the best, Gus
  4. gandrade1
    Well...based solely on the pessimistic report above - a 2003. Not sure the reliability could change that much from year to year. Unless we are talking about the first year the model has been released and the immediately subsequent year. Honestly, get the latest one if you have the $. Unless I am totally wrong they are all 996 based and no major changes were made. Best, Gus
  5. gandrade1
    Thanks, Q-Ship986 I will stick to the plan This is the posting I was talking about Visit Paint Restorer...9th comment top to bottom. Best, Gus
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    Thank you so much... That is great to know. I am gonna go for the the 3 trumpets then... I am assuming I can get a bracket at Home Depot, Loews, etc. I will probably just remove the OEM horn, buy some wire to extend the original ones to the center of the bumper and plug them to the terminals on the back of the compressor. Am I missing something? Any advive on the wires to buy length, material of the bracket? Best, Gus
  7. gandrade1
    Just got the Meguiars claybar...but read a posting somewhere here that totaly discourages the use of claybars. Is it safe or can I damage my car? It will be my first detail job - in order: - Through wash with Meguiar's shampoo; - Claybar with Quik Detailing (both from Meguiars); - Meguiar's Swirl Remover (applied manually, since I have no machine) - Wash again - Zaino ZAIO - Zaino Z-5 (not sure if the number is right here, but I have it home) Is this a good routine? I have a black 01 Boxster and it shows some swirl marks Best, Gus
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    Guys, I came across the pic below and found out that the color is a Signal Orange. I love it and would even consider getting a custom order with this color. Is that possible? What do you guys think about this color on a newer 911? Best, Gus
  9. gandrade1
    Anyone?
  10. gandrade1
    A bit tight for you is good for me - I'm 5'9" 160 lbs. How was the seat height? I like to sit faily high, and I'm worried the seat will put me too low. I would guess that if you were at the limit of headroom, that might be about right for me. Auto Cross and tracking is what I'll be spending a good amount of time doing, I'll switch to a a highway cruiser for longer drives. Thanks for the information! In my modest opinion, unless you are talking about the GT3 style seats, no OEM seat will provide you with ideal support for Autocross or Tracking. I would probably just get the regular seats and use the extra $$$ to buy a pair of Recaros or Sparcos that fit you perfectly to use during the 'track season'. A good installer will make sure you have a setup that allows for easy change between seats (15 to 20 min). I currently have Kirkey's in my car (which I do not recommend to you because of the 'less than polished look'), but they feel comfortable even in the longer drives. You might be surprised by how comfortable the aftermarket seats are if you get the right size for you. You will most likely not even feel the need to switch between OEM and Aftermarket seats that frequently! Best, Gus
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    Cool man...Happy to help
  12. gandrade1
    Hi guys, I found a horn that my father used to have in the early 80s, and it brings good memories...despite its less than subtle sound! Well... enough of the drama... (1) Is there anyway that I can get this installed in the Boxster? Its a 01 US base with two radiators. (2) What additional parts do I need to purchase? (3) I am more concerned about the electrical connections to be made. It seems that I can just remove the OEM horn; use the original wires and just connect the positive terminal and the negative terminal to the compressor? (4) Any suggestion on the place I can stick this in? What do I buy in order to fabricate the 'brackets'? Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. I am not really a skilled DIYer, despite getting much better in the last year thanks to this forum. That being said I am assuming this is a simple install. Please, let me know if I am over simplifying it. All the best, Gus Link to the Website that carries it
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    Hi azzaro... go to Autozone they have a wrench for Mercedes that fits exactly in our filter cover... I paid 6 bucks for it! OEM oil filter "B" cap wrench #25401. This wrench has the 14 flat 74 MM size for 3/8" drive. Best, Gus
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    Replied... Thx, Gus
  15. gandrade1
    Hi guys, Any idea where I can find one of these for my 01 Boxster? I don't intend to pay the $700 they are asking for the new one. Please, let me know if you have any ideas. All the best, Gus
  16. gandrade1
    Have the same dilemma. What lightweight wheels do you have in mind?
  17. gandrade1
    Likewise, but I knocked the drain plug into the hole and did not notice until it overflowed. Griot's has a nice one I'm going to order. 16 quarts (I think) and a free replacement white plug. Great to reduce trips to oil recyclers. Yep, I lost my plug at the recycler's. FWIW, I pour the used oil into empty washer fluid containers (they have a nice tight cap) and/or the 5-quart containers that the new oil came in. Our county hazardous waste collection center likes to just collect the containers of used fluid, rather than emptying something and giving it back to you. --Brian Take the used oil to PepBoys and they will let you keep your container...but in my experience you will have to pour the used oil in their recycle container yourself!!! Best, Gus
  18. gandrade1
    OK, I saw the diagram of the parts from a PET image that was included in another thread, I saw that there are 'high' and 'low' note horns, makes sense that I would only need one set of connections. Does anybody know if these already go through a relay to supply power or if the receive power directly from the switch in the steering wheel? In the past I know that steering wheel switches tend to get burnt out from the higher current of the air horns so a relay would normally be required? Also, are the horns located ahead of the front wheels (behind the inner fender skirt)? Anyway could you please share the link to these diagrams? BTW... Which of the Griots Garage horns did you get? Are they dual-tone? Best, Gus
  19. gandrade1
    Man, those definitely look cool... Another question is - I plan on upgrading my car in a couple of years - would I have any clearance (offset) issues with the 17''s if I went for a 2003 - 2004 996? Thanks, Gus
  20. gandrade1
    Hi guys, I am looking for a good set of 17'' or 18'' aftermarket wheels to equip my 986 with. I want to use my 18'' Carrera twists on the track and get something to drive all year around with All-seasons or the other way around (aftermarket for track and Carrera twists with all-seasons). Well, I know about BBS, HRE etc... But I am really not willing to spend that much money, especially if I am gonna drive with those over the nice NJ potholes. I thought about getting OEM take offs, but was wondering if I could get something more 'agressive' looking and new... I also question whether the only wheels comparable (in quality) to the OEMs are really the BBS or alikes. Are the OEMs really that good??? :huh: Any opinions are greatly appreciated. All the best, Gus
  21. gandrade1
    Hi Alan, So what is the lesson here - what went wrong? What are the chances that an instructor will suggest we take a turn as quickly as the guy in the film did, if our line is not consistent? I did get a little scared...And this driver seems to have flipped over very easily! Best, Gus
  22. gandrade1
    7mm spacer should work for the front. In the rear, you'll want a 10mm-12mm spacer. Sorry for the ignorance, but how do you guys calculate these numbers... I know what the suggested OEM diameter, width and offset are for my model (986). How do I go from there if I want to look at aftermarket wheels which do not match the OEM width and offset? How do you add spacers to that equation? Thank you so much, Gus
  23. gandrade1
    Hi Juniinc, I ordered exactly that part (in black) and got it on Monday... It looks a little 'old-fashioned' compared to the one I currently have (like the one K.Brandsma posted above). I was thinking about returning the part, specially because I need to order the 'shift pattern' emblem and I could not find anyone that looks nice - was looking for an aluminum one (5 speed), but all I could find were the ones in eagleday.com Not sure what the alternative is... I really wanted to go for the Momo knob (carbon fiber look), but see no way to attach it to my shifter. The Momo has a round shape and, despite having several 'rubber rings' to adapt the knob to shifters with different diameters, I bet none of them will fit our oddily shaped shifter. If you have any other idea, please let me know. Best Gus
  24. gandrade1
    I am leaning towards those wheels myself... for my 01 Boxster (986). I was wondering if they would fit. Do you have the offsets and width of those? What is the number or title of the TSB you guys mentioned. All the best, Gus
  25. gandrade1
    Congrats on your success. I am also young and, after reading your sincere intro, I was expecting some constructive advice rather than just 'go buy the Accord'. What about a 2003/2004 Boxster - an excellent entry level Porsche with minor issues if you get those MYs. They are around 30k. You can, also, easily get a warranty! Obviously, the topic starter (a prion BMW M owner) is looking for a sports car and not a Japanese, mid-size, sedan... While I appreciate your honesty, I find your comments a little off-topic. All the best, Gus
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