golfprorich Posted November 2, 2019 Report Share Posted November 2, 2019 53 minutes ago, Steve Laming said: Yesterday I bought a big brother for the Boxster in the shape of a Cayenne 4.5 S. Wish me luck. Fuel consumption is epic ! I just bought one of them too 😎 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Laming Posted November 2, 2019 Report Share Posted November 2, 2019 5 hours ago, golfprorich said: I just bought one of them too 😎 Loads of car for the money. Well done that man. Mines Midnight Blue/Black Leather. 85k. Will try to upload a pic, when I know how !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfprorich Posted November 2, 2019 Report Share Posted November 2, 2019 13 minutes ago, Steve Laming said: Loads of car for the money. Well done that man. Mines Midnight Blue/Black Leather. 85k. Will try to upload a pic, when I know how !! Flikr then paste the link 👍🏻 Get the bypass mod done ASAP, sounds like a proper V8 then 😁😁 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the baron Posted November 3, 2019 Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 On 10/26/2019 at 9:04 PM, stevemag said: Well Fitted the hardtop......winter is here! Fitted second set of wheels as the set on the car are coming off for refurbishment But I'll still be able to use the car ( weather conditions permitting 😃) Fitted mine the other, love the way it changes the look of the car, somebody at work said the other day, you’ve got 2 Porsche’s. ive had the headlining and plastic trim all covered in Boxster red alcantara on the HT and it a lovely place to sit, feels very luxurious, quieter, warmer just feels different, so in away it is like having 2 cars. if the weather is good, it only takes a couple of mins to take the HT off so not an issue if you get one of those rare sunny winter days 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevemag Posted November 3, 2019 Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 On 10/28/2019 at 3:20 PM, Darkstar said: Replaced the bulb in the dashboard that illuminated the clock. I've still got to do mine........with my xxxl hands and shaking right hand...?it may never get fixed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted November 3, 2019 Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 1 hour ago, the baron said: ive had the headlining and plastic trim all covered in Boxster red alcantara on the HT and it a lovely place to sit, feels very luxurious, quieter, warmer just feels different, so in a way it is like having 2 cars. Saw that when you posted pics. Very Jaaaaag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liberty Posted November 3, 2019 Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 28 minutes ago, stevemag said: I've still got to do mine........with my xxxl hands and shaking right hand...?it may never get fixed I feel your pain my friend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr96er Posted November 3, 2019 Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 2 hours ago, the baron said: Fitted mine the other, love the way it changes the look of the car, somebody at work said the other day, you’ve got 2 Porsche’s. ive had the headlining and plastic trim all covered in Boxster red alcantara on the HT and it a lovely place to sit, feels very luxurious, quieter, warmer just feels different, so in away it is like having 2 cars. if the weather is good, it only takes a couple of mins to take the HT off so not an issue if you get one of those rare sunny winter days Oh go on! Shoe more pics!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevs Posted November 5, 2019 Report Share Posted November 5, 2019 Had new front springs, top mounts and bump stops fitted by Porshacare, plus a service. Also learned that if I had kept the key in the ignition when changing the battery a few weeks ago I wouldn’t have deafened myself with the alarm! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted November 5, 2019 Report Share Posted November 5, 2019 2 hours ago, kevs said: . Also learned that if I had kept the key in the ignition when changing the battery a few weeks ago I wouldn’t have deafened myself with the alarm! What was that you said? Common learning curve for new owners, I did it too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevs Posted November 5, 2019 Report Share Posted November 5, 2019 😂 although I really have no excuse - I’ve owned the car since 2008! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bally4563 Posted November 10, 2019 Report Share Posted November 10, 2019 Finished the 2.7 facelift project now ready for sale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipster Posted November 10, 2019 Report Share Posted November 10, 2019 Made the most of the dry weather and took it out for a spin, roof down, bobble hat, heater on full. I hadn't drove it for a while, easy to forget how good these card are..love it.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulQ Posted November 10, 2019 Report Share Posted November 10, 2019 Chopped up a lovely shower curtain and used it as an additional membrane for the drivers door to hopefully cure my wet door card. Fitted the bonnet struts that I've had here for ages as fed up with the thing banging my head.! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewey Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 Decided to clean my rads out today. First time in my ownership of the car, 12 months. Not surprised by the amount of debris, including cloakroom tickets, someone used to look after the girl well on nights out. The two outside ones were full of leaves but the centre one was mainly bugs and seeds. Used a vacuum, airline and a stiff upholstery brush to clean them. A lot of small grit in the fins and took over an hour to get them thoroughly clean. The two aircon rads have been replaced within the last few years but the cooling rads are starting to corrode in the fins. Made some mesh grids for the vents to help stop the large debris, turned it in to a longer job than I anticipated though mainly waiting for the black paint to dry. Re fitting was easy after I removed the headlights for ease, should have done it to start with. A screw fixing underneath was damaged and a flat fixing missing, unfortunately in the same area due to being grounded at some point. Blew out the brake discs, cleaned the callipers, replaced the wheels, copper greased the wheel bolts, torqued them up to 130nm, locking nut in the glove box. Job done. Does any one know what the two pipes coming to the centre in the pic below are and do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlieboy2608 Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 (edited) Hewey I know these pipe you refer to aren't listed as drain pipes but could they be just that?-further investigation required?? Maybe from the headlamp trays? Edited November 11, 2019 by charlieboy2608 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewey Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 I'll have alook at the weekend to see if the top of the pipe appears in the headlight housing. I was tempted to blow air up them while the bumber was off but decided against it in case I did some damage. Don't think I'll take the bumber off again though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted November 18, 2019 Report Share Posted November 18, 2019 Took her in for tacking since getting front left rim straightened. Front and rear.both slightly toe out and a slight rear left camber adjust (pothole?). Now all aligned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EXY Posted November 18, 2019 Report Share Posted November 18, 2019 1 hour ago, ½cwt said: Took her in for tacking since getting front left rim straightened. Front and rear.both slightly toe out and a slight rear left camber adjust (pothole?). Now all aligned. Don't forget you will need to get her retacked in about 100-200 miles just to be sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EXY Posted November 18, 2019 Report Share Posted November 18, 2019 On 11/11/2019 at 9:36 AM, Hewey said: Decided to clean my rads out today. First time in my ownership of the car, 12 months. Not surprised by the amount of debris, including cloakroom tickets, someone used to look after the girl well on nights out. The two outside ones were full of leaves but the centre one was mainly bugs and seeds. Used a vacuum, airline and a stiff upholstery brush to clean them. A lot of small grit in the fins and took over an hour to get them thoroughly clean. The two aircon rads have been replaced within the last few years but the cooling rads are starting to corrode in the fins. Made some mesh grids for the vents to help stop the large debris, turned it in to a longer job than I anticipated though mainly waiting for the black paint to dry. Re fitting was easy after I removed the headlights for ease, should have done it to start with. A screw fixing underneath was damaged and a flat fixing missing, unfortunately in the same area due to being grounded at some point. Blew out the brake discs, cleaned the callipers, replaced the wheels, copper greased the wheel bolts, torqued them up to 130nm, locking nut in the glove box. Job done. Does any one know what the two pipes coming to the centre in the pic below are and do? Interesting colour and loving the garage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russjmills Posted November 19, 2019 Report Share Posted November 19, 2019 Fitted a new Android auto head unit to replace the Ibiza nightclub style Kenwood one. Looks great. I'll have to have a look at how to post pics at some point🙄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted November 19, 2019 Report Share Posted November 19, 2019 On 11/11/2019 at 9:36 AM, Hewey said: Blew out the brake discs, cleaned the callipers, replaced the wheels, copper greased the wheel bolts, torqued them up to 130nm, locking nut in the glove box. Job done. @Hewey If you're not aware - when your battery goes dead, and you want to pull the bonnet release cable behind the wheel arch, you will curse the locking nut in the glove box of the locked car. Happens here with worrying regularity. More and more here dump the locking nuts for that reason and replace with normal ones, no-one can remember the last time wheels were stolen. At least re-route the emergency cable to somewhere else (behind the tow eye is common). HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewey Posted November 19, 2019 Report Share Posted November 19, 2019 Thanks. I'll dump the locking nuts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted November 21, 2019 Report Share Posted November 21, 2019 Bought a gorgeous set of 18" 996 GT3 style alloys 😍 from @Patt this evening mounted with part worn winter tyres, not quite 986 profile and widths but near enough for one season's use 😁. Can't wait to fit them over the weekend as well as running away from the wife and the inevitable subsequent crucifixion😬. Wasn't planning on buying rims but as I happened to be working and staying near by and the price was reasonable, I couldn't resits blowing a big chunk of the winter work budget. Will post pics once on the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulQ Posted November 21, 2019 Report Share Posted November 21, 2019 46 minutes ago, ½cwt said: Bought a gorgeous set of 18" 996 GT3 style alloys 😍 from @Patt this evening mounted with part worn winter tyres, not quite 986 profile and widths but near enough for one season's use 😁. Can't wait to fit them over the weekend as well as running away from the wife and the inevitable subsequent crucifixion😬. Wasn't planning on buying rims but as I happened to be working and staying near by and the price was reasonable, I couldn't resits blowing a big chunk of the winter work budget. Will post pics once on the car. You do realise the rear tyres are nearly 70mm greater in diameter then stock.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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