gandrade1

You want OEM or replicas? Oem will cost you 1600 a seat, replicas will cost you under 1600 for a pair. Check out my registry page to see my carbon fiber replicas. They are about as good as OEM.

Hey boggtown,

I looked at your registry...great job with the car man!

I could not however locate the store you mentioned for the seats...I found image auto but it is basically a car dealer.

Do you have the link to these guys...

Thanks,

Gus

Hi Chris,

I am planning on adding the rear speakers as you suggested – I actually purchased DKE-108 - MB Quart 3.5" (4 Ohms, Frequency Response: 90 - 32.000, Sensitivity: 4,5dB, 20-50 Watts) from WoofersEtc

I understand you don’t have door speakers and you are using the enclosed sub for bass. In my case I have the doors for bass (I sealed the door panels and replaced the speakers with Focals 130 CA), which are currently powered together with the dash speakers (Infinity Kappa 42.7 I) by the original HAES 4X40 W amp. I plan on changing the AMP at a later occasion.

Due to my very restricted knowledge on audio install, I have a few questions:

1) Can I power the rear speakers I am about to install straight from the HU (Becker CDR 220) and keep the front and rear connections intact? If so, do you have any ideas on how I should wire the speakers (what output should I use from the HU)? Do you know where I can find a wiring diagram?

2) What type of wires and connectors are appropriate for my speakers?

3) How did you “route” the rear speakers’ wires? Did you route them through the center console or the laterals?

Thank you very much and sorry to bother,

Gustavo

Rear

Hooster,

I sent you a PM

Two different brands of tyres can give you this problem to.

I second that...IMMHO I wouldnt worry about the 'N' but would definetly have the same brand and "thread design" in all four wheels. Different brands will have a direct impact on the car handling.

Good luck,

Gustavo

I have a set of 16" OE takeoffs that I do no intend to use. I would let them go cheap. Being over here on the left coast shipping may get expensive to NJ. You may find a better deal locally. Let me know if interested.

Thanks for the response.

How much could you sell them for? Do you have any idea of how much the shipping would be?

I have been having a hard time finding any 16'' wheels in the NE...(that time of the year!)

Thanks,

Gustavo

Hi guys,

I have finally decided to hardwire a V-1 to my '01 Boxster, I am a little bit confused on where to tap for power. The instructions that came with my "Direct Wire Cord" (and Radar Roy!!!) seem to suggest that I can use the connector to tap in to the fuse box. I have however read in this link Install Instructions (thanks Izzy) that the easiest way would be to remove the left side panel in the center console and use a 3M connector to tap into the black/green cable of a 4-wired loose harness which is found once the pannel is removed.

Has anyone installed a V1 in a Boxster and followed the steps above? :help:

I need some help on the following:

1) Are there any tricks to remove the left side panel of the center console (photo below) ? Can it be broken easily? I am not the most skilled or delicate installer.

2) Should I tap into the Black/Green wire behind the console (photo below) for power or would it be easier just to go straight to the fuse box and use the fuse for the radio?

3) Will any metal screw work as ground for my install?

4) What is the easiest "route" to hide the wires? I read somewhere that it might be as easy as tucking the wires in the space between the pillar and the windshield - does that sound fine?

As you can see by my expertise, I have a long Saturday in front of me.. B)

Any help is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Gustavo

Hi guys,

As my first winter as a Porsche owner approaches, I want to make sure that I have appropriate tires and wheels to face the sleet and eventual snow here at NJ. I intend to put 16'' wheels but am not sure what wheels or tires would be affordable and appropriate for my car. Do I need to get Porsche OEM wheels? What about tires what is a decent one?

Thanks,

Gustavo

:renntech:

Hi Nestor it is a little complex, but with the seats and the BK brackets (not roll-bar extensions) you should be fine.

The link to the brackets is: http://www.bkauto.com/porsche/aftermarket.php

For the 987 all BK products are here: http://www.bkauto.com/porsche/specs.php?mo...&Submit.y=7

Best, Gustavo

I installed a pair of Corbeau seat in my boxster and I'm very happy with the fit and confort. Here is the link http://www.corbeau.com/products/trs/trs.shtml#

The regular width fits perfectly, I don't think that the wide would work. They sell the sliding base for the boxster so no drilling required. they are lower then the oem electric seat. I'm 6' tall, if you want I could measure the space between my head and the roll bar. Let me know if you want pictures.

Yes please.

I'd be interested to see how they look.

I am very ineterested as well...

Thanks,

Gustavo

Thanks for the advice Gustavo. Both look like good choices. Hadn't thought about the Pole Position. Might be just what I need for track days. My biggest concern right now is safety as my helmet sticks about an inch above the rollbar.

Nestor

I hear you...I have the same problem with the head touching the roll-bar and have been looking for a solution. I have read about the subject and it seems that only the seat replacement won't take care of the matter, you will also need to add BK brackets. Search a posting entitled "comfortable ride for 6'4'' which I started in this forum...They give the links to the brackets as well as some useful info.

I have not solved my problem yet. Lets keep in touch and let me know if you come across something interesting.

PS: I am not sure any XL seat will fit in the 987 or 986s.

Hi Spencer,

What you are feeling seems to be a balancing issue, since you don't seem to experience any abrupt swaying, which would signal an alignment problem. Balancing in a reputable Tire Shop should take care of it.

Best,

Gustavo

Hi folks,

Any suggestions on vendor and brand for a racing seat? I'm considering a Sparco Evo XL. Insights and suggestions welcome.

Thanks,

Nestor

Hi Nestor,

I have also been looking for seats and I came across these very nice Recaro Sportster CS Hybrid Sport Seats, which while allowing the racing feel do not necessarily make the day to day driving tiring. I have not purchased yet, mainly because of the price...

I would also look at the Recaro Pole Position...

Best,

Gustavo

Guys,

I am not a driving instructor, but in my modest opinion driving is about keeping the car balanced and under control, which can only be achieved through smoothness.

How smooth can it be to slow down a car by downshifting without the appropriate use of the breaks? How does it feel when you do so as oposed to applying appropriate pressure to the brake and then downshifting? In the same lines, how balanced would your car be if you only usedthe brakes and didn't downshift for appropriate revs and acceleration / can any car in 5th gear at 1200 rpms honestly be considered balanced or under control in any situation?

As for me, based on Porsche's heritage and reputation, I would find it unnaceptable that they would build anything or add any parts to their cars that would prevent a perfectly balanced drive by a resonably skilled driver - which inevitably include efficient, smooth braking...

Just some humble (not so technical) thoughts,

Best,

Gustavo

Hi Westcoaster,

So they did not check the clearence between your head and the roll-bar? Thats my main concern since I am 6'4''....And I heard of a certain Broomstick rule.

Thanks,

Gustavo

It definetly sounds as a GREAT EXPERIENCE...

I have been planning on joining a DE event myself and your comments encouraged me even further. I havent done so yet because I need to replace my seats to lower ones, to pass the tech inspection (broom stick).

Anyways, I have a quick question - I know the event is safe. However, would your insurance cover had any damage happened to the car? Did u need to contacj your agent before the event?

Thanks,

Gustavo

:renntech:

Hi all,

I was wondering if any of you know a good shop (with decent prices) to get my '01 986 a proper balancing and alignment in the NJ area. I ordered new tires through Tire Rack and took my car to a recommended installer, who apparently screw up somewhere...

Additionally, how much am I expected to pay for a decent service? I have the 18 inches carrera wheels...

Thanks,

Gustavo

:renntech:

Hahahah,

Thanks Izzy.

I will probably take it to the dealer then...Unless anyone alse knows any reputable shop in the NY / NJ area.

Gustavo

Thanks Viper,

I e-mailed Sunset...I will let you know how it goes.

Thanks,

Gustavo

I have experienced the exact same situation this weekend on my '01 Boxster, which is perfectly described above as " felt some uncontrolled swaying of the car while driving on the freeway between 60 and 80 MPH. At times, it felt as if there was a really high wind blowing against the side of the car pushing it around. Almost felt like a lost of traction or driving on a really wet road ".

I am wondering whether this has to do with any alignment issues, which would surprise me since I have just bought new tires and asked for alignment and balancing. In addition I have no emergency lights on, everything seems fine and the car is otherwise great. What are the other "symptoms" of poor alignment?

Thank you so much,

Gustavo Andrade

Ok guys, I got a set for a good deal ($400) from a member on rennlist.com (tentster). He was in the San Diego region so he dropped it off too (Nice chap !) Its a regular halogen set, clear with the clear triangles.

Its at the body shop right now ... will let you guys know soon ...

thanks

Sid

The clear lights have an internal lense for the turn signal. Sometimes a flash picture or the angle of the camera will make the lights look amber when they are really clear.

The lights on renntech should be clear since they come from a 2000 996.

Ok. I didn't know that. So you're saying that his "clear" headlights are more or less the same as your headlights ? i.e. the amount of amber stuff is the same ?

I was also researching some more and found this thread with toolpants. So this amber filter is present in both the 'clear' lithtronics as well as the 'clear' regular lights ? And method of removal is the same ?

Toolpants, did you take out the amber from your lights ? During the day, can you make that amber stuff clearly or its really doesn't matter ?

cheers ! :cheers:

Well...One more Boxster owner looking to get rid of the amber lights...They look particularly unpleasant in my black on black car

Do you guys have any idea of where I can find a good deal on either clear lights or litronics?

I own a '01 986 and have been looking for a fair deal for a while.

I tried the links above but, as expected, they are outdated. Any advice that would help me pay less than the 1,094 for clears or 1,494 for litronics (at Sun Coast) is very, very welcome...

Thanks you very much,

Cheers

Gustavo

:renntech:

I want to change the seats so that I can pass the broomstick test....

Whats that?

The "broomstick" test means that the top of the drivers helmet must be below the line from the top of the roll bar to the top of the windshield.

I hope this helps,

Gustavo

Yes I have. You can look on ebay for GT3 replica seats. They are leather seats and made out of carbon fiber. Run about $1500 a pair. You basically need to buy an adapter to install it on your boxster.

Are these seats comfortable? I am 6'4'' but my wife is around 5'6'', will she feel uncomfortable driving the car?

I want to change the seats so that I can pass the broomstick test....

Thanks guys,

Gustavo

:help:

Thanks Mike,

I checked the brackets....I am now in the process of looking for the GT3 seats.

Anyone have any ideas (I tried Ebay, but saw no good deal)?

Cheers,

Gustavo

Will regular Recaro Pole Position fit? They sell for *500 - $600 as opposed to $1K each.

Thanks,

Gustavo

The rims look very nice... And they go well with the overall look of the car ...

I dont know what type of Pimp my Ride these guys have been watching, but certainly I could have a little more of that...

Congrats,

Gustavo

Hello guys,

I started a thread before, on how to make the Boxster more comfortable and safe for tall drivers (I am 6’4’’). I received very good input and it seems that the best way to avoid hitting the head on the roll-bars would be to buy the GT3 seats and the BK brackets. The problem is my wife is much shorter than me and the changes would make the car very hard to drive for her on a weekly basis. Nevertheless, I wanted to be able to take some DE training and I am positive I will not pass the Broomstick test with my current setup.

I am then looking for a relatively inexpensive and hopefully not so complex way to fit my car for the track and then reverse the process. I am considering getting a driver’s seat – velour Recaro Pole Position without the Porsche emblem, since the regular one looks less expensive (around $600) and the BK brackets. Take the DE training with the seats and then reverse the process. Also I can keep both for future events.

Does anyone else have different suggestions?

Thanks once more,

Gustavo :renntech: