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  1. renzop
    Thanks Loren, Do you have the TSB number a place where I can get an image of the entire TSB? Regards, Alan As a Contributing member you can view the TSB online here. Just search for TSB 18/08 4440 Overview of Summer Tires and Wheels -- dated Dec 10, 2007. Thanks, Loren. I had problems finding the TSB section. I wonder whether it might be more appropriate to move the TSB link from the DIY Menu to the Documents menu. Regardless of that, I still think you run the best Porsche forum. Your constant attentiveness is much appreciated. Regards, Alan
  2. renzop
    Thanks Loren, Do you have the TSB number a place where I can get an image of the entire TSB? Regards, Alan
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    I need help from all you Boxster experts. To use the factory 5mm spacers for autox (over and abover the 1/4" offset that the rules allow) SCCA requires that I prove that they are a factory installed part. Having it on the ordering guide or in a sales brochure is not good enough. I have already looked through the CDs of service manuals that porschelibrarian makes available with very limited success. Does anyone have access to a later manual that shows them? Thanks Alan
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    I use a Garmin 660. For $700US I get all US, MP3 player SD card memory, Traffic info (monthly fee), custom POIs with simple, user accessoble format, Bluetooth operation of my phone, high quality speakerphone, incredibly reponsive touchscreen and the acknowledged best software interface in the business. Of course, I was an early adopter and overpaid. Anyone can buy this unit now for under $500 US. The unit has never crashed or glitched in any way. Oh, did I mention that its portable? Not only can I move it from one car to another but it also contains a battery that lasts for about 4 hours. Of course it only has one button compared to the 33 buttons and 2 knobs that Porsche PCM has. If I really wanted to spoil the flexibility I could have the best interior customizer in our area build a custom color-matched enclosure to mount it permanently in a Boxster and it would cost about $1200. Oh, did I mention that the complete map upgrade cost is $100, can be oredered online and installed by the end user? Color me tatty, Berty, but I refuse to overpay by a factor of 5 for less functionality. Regards, Alan
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    Porsche's N approval tire thingy is a bunch of BS IMHO. I understand that its a high-performance car and that tires need to meet the speed and handling requirements. But a tire is just a tire and, to paraphrase Scotty, you canna change the laws of physics, While I know that different tires, even of the same make and model, perform differently and that Porsche has specced and tested tires, that does not mean that other tires won't perform fine. I know that people might worry about warranty issues but keep in mind that it is US law that warrantees can't be voided for aftermarket parts. Service can be denied only if it can be proven that the aftermarket parts caused the problem. So unless you feel that an aftermarket tire will cause your suspension to fail there is no reason not to go with a non-N tire. I say, don't be a sheep, buy the tires that fit your car, budget and driving style and ignore Porsche's N thing. Reegards, Alan "who bought 6 sets of race tires and 2 sets of street tires in the last year"
  6. renzop
    Well, the longest tire wear will almost always be at the highest inflation pressure on the sidewall. However this will not always equate to safe handling or even tire wear. The most most even tire wear is obtained with 0 camber and 0 toe. This will keep the tire pointed exactly forward and level. This will lead to the most even wear for a given pressure. However this will not always result in the best handling. Everything is a compromise. Regards, Alan
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    The car can be driven in "sport mode" with the PASM set to normal by deselcting the PASM once sport has been selected. Where is this menu? Thanks for the clarification on the sports exhaust system. There is no menu and this is only available if you have PASM and Sport Chrono (or Sport Chrono Plus) Then you will have two buttons next to your spoiler button on the lower console under the HVAC controls. One is labelled Sport and the other is labeled with a Shock Absorber icon. Pressing the Sport button turns on PASM and "sport mode" (edgier throttle, later ABS and less invasive PSM) then press the Shock Absorber icon button to turn off PASM. Regards, Alan
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    How about buying a dozen and randomly placing them on other peoples cars at car shows when their not looking. Imagine coming back to your car and finding several people pointing and laughing. Members of the show and shine crowd would freak!
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    I'm speechless. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/M-A-G-N-E-T...tem150217468492
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    Hi, My Boxster has been ordered. I did not order factory floor mats and now I am trying to decide if I need some and if so what colors to get. There are lots of aftermarket mats and lots of customization options. Post any pics you have of sand beige with floor mats. Also anyone have recommendations as to brands to buy. Thanks Alan
  11. renzop
    The wheels you listed will NOT be legal for SCCA stock class autocross as they were not available for that car from 2005+. Instead you want the Boxster S wheel 2005+ or the Cayman S wheel. They are 18x8 front and 18x9 rear. I think the offsets are 52 front 43 rear but that's just from memory (someone correct me if I am wrong. Regards, Alan
  12. renzop
    Thanks Berty. Good to know.
  13. renzop
    The height stagger really is baffling. I understand that staggered widths can aid in reducing oversteer and look a little cooler. But the height thing is weird. Basically if you go to same height front and rear you've got some interesting issues: 1) The car is going to be a bit nose up (by 1/2" over the 95" wheelbase which is about 0.3 degrees) This might be slightly noticeable visually and it might make the front end a bit light at high speeds. 2) My guess is the ABS will not be affected as ABS tends to be most important for front wheel lockup and compares side to side rather than front to back. 3) PSM - can the 1" diameter difference effect PSM? That's 3.14" diff in circumference. I gues it depends on whether PSM uses front/rear diffs as part of its yaw calculation. If it sees the faster spinning rear wheels as the rear somehow getting ahead of the fronts or as wheelspin at the back it might be fooled into doing the wrong thing. Tough to say without trying. One other data point - the snow tire recommendations have the stagger much less -5mm for 17s (that's 0.2") and 8mm for 18s (that's 0.3") My gut tells me its a comfort only thing but I sure would like to know. I hope some one can get definitive answers on non-staggered heights as I think there is no choice when it comes to DOT R Hoosiers for autocross but to go same height. Regards, Alan
  14. renzop
    You are very lucky. If you like the normal options that are standard on this car and would have ordered them anyway, then the car is a real bargain. Add to that the exclusivity, the potentially significant extra HP, the cool instrument pod and its a no-brainer if you have the money. Regards, Alan
  15. renzop
    I see US dealers are starting to show them on their new car inventory. They probably aren't really at dealers but they have been allocated and built. Regards, Alan
  16. renzop
    Before replacing the seat, I would try changing the seat adjustment significantly. Sometimes its the way you hold your arms or brace your body that causes back pain. Try something really different like leaning the seat back or maybe make it more vertical. Don't forget about seat height adjustment and steering wheel adjustments. Just move around and you may find comfort at no cost!
  17. renzop
    Well, I don't know if you would call this smart, but I bet if you turn the stereo volume all the way down before you shutdown the car, when you start it up next time the volume will still be down.
  18. renzop
    Thanks for the candor! Butt dyno is good. I have a big butt, does that mean my car is faster? ;)
  19. renzop
    Is there any documented performance advantage to the PSE? Or is it all about pretty sounds? TIA, Alan
  20. renzop
    Since RFM is from Belguim I wonder if the numbers he is quoting are Euro specs or US. I don't know if they are different... Anyone??? Regards, Alan
  21. renzop
    I gather from what my dealer tells me that the build probably takes under a day, but you can expect 4-8 weeks for US delivery. Example my car is scheduled for an April build and a late May delivery. Like you, I have to keep reminding myself to be patient. Regards, Alan
  22. renzop
    Geoff Thanks! That is a great writeup. So far it mirrors my experiences. I want a "bad" special order (base Boxster, PASM, Sport Chrono, Yellow - no luxury options ) and I have had all dealers want a healthy deposit. Regards, Alan
  23. renzop
    I am trying to get a feel for what a fair price for a new Boxster is and I thought the best place to go is to previous purchasers. Please let us know the % of sticker that you paid for your 987 when new. Please let us know if the car was a leftover or other special circumstnces. My understanding is that invoice is 87% of MSRP. Anyone pay that? Anyone pay below invoice? TIA Alan
  24. renzop
    Advice I received from several instructors before my first track day: 1) Oil change before and after 2) Full tank of fuel - you will go through it incredibly fast 3) Use stock pads - brake pads are a wear item. Expect them to be significantly worn. You might think about buying a second set of pads and having them available to change for the drive home if you toast your originals. 4) Tires are also a wear item. It is possible to destroy a set of tires in one track day but you have to work hard at it. Since you don't have room for a second set of tires (unless you are towing), make sure that you do not toast yours so you can get home. Do the following: a) if possible, use tires with less than 1/2 tread. This will reduce tread chunking. B) Make sure you use hign inflation pressures ( 40psi??? ) make sure you have a real good tire gauge (not digital - tey one from a racing supply place like OGRacing or SafeRacer c) Feel the squeal - listen to the tires. If they are protesting a lot SLOW DOWN
  25. renzop
    Thanks for the quick reply. Traditionally rev limiters kick in a few hundred rpm above redline. also I cannot find axle ratios in the 2008 sales brochure and do not have an owners manual. Regards, Alan
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