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  1. dm1
    I also live in Chicago. My '08 BoxS (died in a flood, RIP) had the same package. To the extent there is a problem it is not with pot holes etc but entry ramps. in my case, just one that I have to navigate on playdates (not mine, my son's :)). Accept it and enjoy the good looks! Also my current car '09 BoxS (insurance replacement) is w/o the package yet I scrape on the same entry ramp, so the difference is minor. (fyi, I liked the older package back end treatment better; plan to try to add that someday.)
  2. dm1
    I made a small contribution (to start) but I guess until it registers here I can't view the TSB, so please bear with me. The service guy looking at the same TSB indicates the 17-inch wheels are not approved for Boxster S. On that assumption... He notes (e.g.) that the console settings for tire pressure only have 18-inch and 19-inch settings, expresses concerns about possible effects on speedometer reading and PSM behavior. I don't care about the speedo; I won't put enough miles on it in the winter that it will matter. Since I can use an external pressure gauge, presumably I can learn to compensate for any discrepancies. I'm more concerned about possible premature, delayed or inappropriate response of PSM (and PASM). But the thinner and larger aspect ratio 17-inch tires are better for winter. (And, I like the look.) Comments? Dan OK, I can see the TSB now. It is confusing, the 17-inch Boxster II wheels are not flagged but the corresponding tires are. Dan
  3. dm1
    I made a small contribution (to start) but I guess until it registers here I can't view the TSB, so please bear with me. The service guy looking at the same TSB indicates the 17-inch wheels are not approved for Boxster S. On that assumption... He notes (e.g.) that the console settings for tire pressure only have 18-inch and 19-inch settings, expresses concerns about possible effects on speedometer reading and PSM behavior. I don't care about the speedo; I won't put enough miles on it in the winter that it will matter. Since I can use an external pressure gauge, presumably I can learn to compensate for any discrepancies. I'm more concerned about possible premature, delayed or inappropriate response of PSM (and PASM). But the thinner and larger aspect ratio 17-inch tires are better for winter. (And, I like the look.) Comments? Dan
  4. dm1
    That is great news (and fast!). I am most appreciative. I look forward to exploring this site. Dan
  5. dm1
    I am new to this forum and struggling to purchase my first Porsche. The Boxster S was finally delivered after 6 months (officially it is a 2008). Once I realized it was coming in winter I ordered 17-inch Boxster II wheels with winter tires (I like the look), but at the last moment the dealer informed me that they don't fit the S model. I checked wheel/tire sizes on web sites which don't provide a clue as to the problem, but one web site did indicate lack of compatibility. The other set I have is 19-inch Turbo wheels with summer tires, also factory standard. Any ideas if/why the 17-inch wheels are incompatible, and suggestions as to what I should do would be appreciated. There is 50 degree weather in Chicago early next week - the rebellious part of me says probably I could get the car home on the summer tires. But then I'd be stuck. Thanks, Dan
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