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  1. wbonsell
    Would think they would be great. Have several track days on the 050A Pole Positions (just a notch below the RE01-R) and they are great. Just watch pressures...keep them under 40degrees hot..found the rears to get a little slick over 40.. Enjoy... Bill
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    Christopher.... To me Porsche brake questions are pretty simple. Unless one is going to develop a prepared track or autocross car, it would seem to me stock rotors and pads will do an exceptional job on a daily basis. I do several DE's a year as well as full autocross season and find the stock setup to work fine. If I was a bit more committed I might change to a better pad for DE's but all in all, stock Porsche brakes are great. Not a big fan up upgrading to cross drilled rotors, but would consider slotted if and when the time comes....
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    Hey David.... I have never subscribed to the theory that one tire is more prone to understeer/oversteer assuming that the tire is a high performance summer tire. What I have found is that tire pressure and alignment can effect the handling balance. I would be interested in the tire pressure you are running both front and rear as well as the alignment of the car. If you have max'd out the front camber and set the rear camber correctly, the car should be nicely balanced with crisp turnin. I autox extensively and will dial in understeer or oversteer with tire pressure as the course and weather conditions dictate. I currently run Potenza RE050A Pole Positions which I find quite acceptable but am considering a set of Falken 615's for better overall grip. Also, by turning off traction control you can also dial in more oversteer. I find a like the traction control off so that I am better able to rotate the back end (yes induce more oversteer). Going back to the alignment issue, make sure the alignment shop knows what they are doing. If they screw up the toe in the back, it can definitely cause a much more tail happy car. For a stock suspension, I suggest 0toe in front with .8deg neg camber. For the back, slight toe in and approx 1.1deg of neg camber. I think this is a great alignment setting for optimum performance from the stock suspension. Hope this helps somewhat....
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    I am a big Bridgestone Potenza fan. Been running the 050A Pole Positons since late 2006. Have over 9k on them now and rears still look great. They have been fantastic at several DE's and 9 wins in 11 autox events. I usually run 34F and 36 R tires pressures and don't let them get over 40psi on the track. For a bit more money the Potenza 01R's would be my absolute #1 choice, but I really can't complain at all about the 050A PP's.quote name='420 Tecra' date='Feb 24 2008, 11:43 PM' post='94968'] what up first off i have to say that i reviewed many tires before finally make a decision to buy the bridgestone RE050A pole positions, and no i did not buy them just for the name ;) i reviewed the continentals(contis), the michelin pilot sports (ps2's), and bridgestones obviously. if you wish to see the tire and read about it from tirerace.com which is a decent source to me, you may here: http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?si...=4&i1_Qty=4 :thumbup: Bridgestone Potenza RE050A Pole Position REAR 285-30/18 :thumbup: if anyone happens to be running this tire and has any thoughts on it let me know, thanks bobby d
  5. wbonsell
    Lots of AOS information over on PPBB. A bit of blue smoke on startup (especially when its cold outside) is pretty normal for many of us. AOS failure generally lets loose with a huge amount of smoke. Since you were cleaning the TB, did you notice any oil inside the TB? If so, then more than likely a AOS replacement is called for. Afraid I can't help regarding the codes. Have never experienced one 2000 Guards Red 986 46K.
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    Seems from lots of posts here and at other boards, 19" wheels don't seem to be very popular on Boxsters. Seems the 19's effect everything from ride comfort, rigidity and, besides the tires are alot more expensive.
  7. wbonsell
    Enjoy your new Boxster. A couple of answers. No on the autotop. Battery is in the front under the black plastic covers. Need to buy the red clip. About 10bucks. I don't have nor need a cupholder. Hardtop is nice in cold weather climates, but doesn't add terribly to safety, in my opinion. Lots of great Boxster websites available for more information. Best advise is to drive them at least 6,000k per year and follow maintenance schedule. Watch out for "permagrin"!
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    Sorry Im a bit ancy but I need to make a decision by tomorrow THanks I also would not do this at 9K. Too many issues. If you look hard you can probably find a nicely maintained 97 for under 15K. Just my two cents worth.
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    Check the ppbb.com website also. Probably the most active Boxster site on the web. Current thread running on Boxster top replacements.
  12. wbonsell
    Would never have thought about purchasing a red Porsche. However, after purchasing one can't imagine a Boxster in any other color....simply stunning! :clapping:
  13. wbonsell
    Goodyear F1 GSD3's are great multipurpose tire. Also, the new RE050A Pole Positions (Bridgestone) are supposed to be awesome and significantly less expensive than the SO3's they replace! Both are excellent tires. Why pay more for MPS2's just because they are "Porsche Approved"!! Bill (WA)
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    The question of buying addtional warranty is a tough one. There are a number of after market warranties available. Most except warranty direct will not cover "wear and tear". I purchased 4 years or 48,000 coverage on my 2000 Boxster for about 2500. with 100 deductible per failure. Did more shopping and comparing before buying than I did when I was searching for my car.....
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    Todd..... Doesn't sound quite right. I also have a 2000 and the radio and lights will stay on after removing the key, but only for a few seconds. Are you exiting the vehicle at the same time or staying put with door closed? I have only had my Guards Red 2000 for 7 months. There are several features that I have never encountered with other vehicles. A thorough reading of the owners manual is a must. Good luck wbonsell Poulsbo, WA 2000 Boxster Guards Red Tip 1985 944 Alpine White
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