Menoporsche Posted June 8, 2017 Report Share Posted June 8, 2017 @Mark Shead apparently Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted June 8, 2017 Report Share Posted June 8, 2017 (edited) Quote Yep - have a look in the March Blackbushe meet thread - I know he posted in there or google Madevellopments Edited June 8, 2017 by Patt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordlee Posted June 9, 2017 Report Share Posted June 9, 2017 23 hours ago, Menoporsche said: @Mark Shead apparently The gap foiled me!! 996 styles seats http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sport-seat-CARBON-ALCANTARA-Porsche-996-GT3-911-GT2-/272255645112?hash=item3f63b375b8:g:CDwAAOSwzqFY-izh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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CliveH Posted June 12, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2017 I have changed the title slightly as it will never look like a Spyder (nor intended to). I have on my wishlist a Boxster boot badge in black, I toyed with the idea of adding an R but that could look naff so it's just going to be plain Boxster in black Spyder/Cayman R style. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliveH Posted June 12, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2017 Wishlist: Performance modifications Carnewal GT exhaust - been enjoying for nearly a year IPD "competition" plenum - still in search of an OEM plenum solution before committing to this cost GT3 82mm throttle body - on the parts shelf ITG foam filter - fitted but no idea what difference it makes, if any Remap - we'll see how well the ECU adapts to the ultimate combination of the above before going down this road Weight saving improvements (also look cool!) Spyder lightweight 10 spoke wheels GT2 bucket seats - just missed out on a pair! Aesthetics In the spirit of tasteful OEM modifications, I think the following will enhance the overall look and feel: Spyder/Cayman R black exhaust tips Spyder side vents Boxster boot badge/logo in Spyder black Spyder/Cayman R Porsche side decals Red seat belts - already fitted and probably add about 5hp Spyder/Cayman R steering wheel Spyder/Cayman R manual gear lever red insert Spyder/Cayman R red RS style door pull conversion - there is a full kit which achieves this, not cheap and looks a bit fiddly so I'm not 100% committed on this but would certainly finish off the interior 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lonewolfgjp Posted June 12, 2017 Report Share Posted June 12, 2017 Just a quick little trick if you want to see if you like the look of a black rear badge! Ive been trying to decide if I fancied a black badge or a chrome one. So I decided today to black my oem one out on the car with some Halfords plasti dip. Its a bit of a boy racer trick but I had a tin lying around (£8) and thought I would try it. Its not permanent so you can easily peel it off but it should last 6-8weeks so you can try before you buy? I like the look on mine ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliveH Posted June 12, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2017 Thanks for that, much appreciated especially as mine is grey too. I think it looks just the part ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lonewolfgjp Posted June 12, 2017 Report Share Posted June 12, 2017 Well I was dead set on getting a chrome badge but now I'm liking the black ? Its on axle stands at the minute while my wheels are being powder coated, but once I can move it I will get some shots from different angles and light before I finally make my mind up. But I think the satin black suits the grey paint work and with your light weight/racing type plans, I think it could help with a meaner look ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berty987 Posted June 13, 2017 Report Share Posted June 13, 2017 Regarding mods the upgrade to the larger TB is about 150 pounds depending on how cheap you can find a cayman / later version boxster inlet distributor and throtte body. You also need to factor in either buying reducers or new sleeves for the inlet manifold and clips to suit. Its all posted on my original article on the planet 9 website with part numbers. For the original OP question about using the 3.2S manifolds , these are a straight swap. Interesting for Gert to suggest a 7hp gain from the Carnewal exhaust , he rarely quotes figures and doesn't generally hold much regard for rolling road figures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Shead Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 On 08/06/2017 at 1:53 PM, Patt said: or google Madevellopments One to many l s lol Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliveH Posted June 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2017 Some before (or should I say current) shots: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason986S Posted June 26, 2017 Report Share Posted June 26, 2017 Looking good! zorst needs a polish though ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliveH Posted June 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2017 Not too shabby as she is really You're right Jason, but I have a plan for that... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimk04 Posted June 27, 2017 Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 Don't pay 700 for those 996 style seats. 350 to 400 is more like it. From d911 or their sister company. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliveH Posted June 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 (edited) 996 style seats? Did I miss something? Edited June 27, 2017 by CliveH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwmackenzie Posted June 27, 2017 Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 I'd love a set of carrera classics instead of my design sports hahaha lol you keeping that rear bumper and spoiler? of and the front splitter thingies? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwmackenzie Posted June 27, 2017 Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 (edited) You not better starting with a car that's not a sport spec, like mine ? they not rare? Edited June 27, 2017 by mwmackenzie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliveH Posted June 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 The Sport Edition is quite rare which I think is a good base line for a "project R" as it shares some of the Spyder styling and has the lowered sports suspension with PASM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coullstar Posted June 27, 2017 Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 Hi, just read through this and laughed when I saw you mentioning the S/RS modding, its a bug that follows you to different cars for sure. I like the idea but some of the spyder specific equipment seems very expensive. I reckon wheels will make the biggest feel difference, thought about OZ HLT's? I had them on my 996 and they were amazing light. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimk04 Posted June 27, 2017 Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 Lee added an eBay link to some carbon 996 gt3 replica seats... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliveH Posted June 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 13 minutes ago, coullstar said: Hi, just read through this and laughed when I saw you mentioning the S/RS modding, its a bug that follows you to different cars for sure. I like the idea but some of the spyder specific equipment seems very expensive. I reckon wheels will make the biggest feel difference, thought about OZ HLT's? I had them on my 996 and they were amazing light. I do remember your screen name from AudiSRS, and no doubt you will remember my modding bug back then I agree, the Spyder/Cayman R equipment is silly money but I'm on a budget so will only be buying if the price is right. I want to keep the car as OEM as possible and the lightweight Porsche wheels are a must in my book (but won't be paying £8k for a set!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliveH Posted June 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 9 minutes ago, jimk04 said: Lee added an eBay link to some carbon 996 gt3 replica seats... ah yes, thanks. I did see that, but as eluded to above no reps for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coullstar Posted June 27, 2017 Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 1 hour ago, CliveH said: I do remember your screen name from AudiSRS, and no doubt you will remember my modding bug back then I agree, the Spyder/Cayman R equipment is silly money but I'm on a budget so will only be buying if the price is right. I want to keep the car as OEM as possible and the lightweight Porsche wheels are a must in my book (but won't be paying £8k for a set!) Ive still got my B5 RS as well so the Boxster is my budget modder. I totally understand the approach, thought about the same style wheels as you have but 18's as there supposed to be really light or is it the look your going for mainly? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliveH Posted June 29, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 29, 2017 Weight, look, and OEM. I'm happy with 19s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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