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Veterans Day - 3 days ago
Today we honor and remember our Veterans. Here at PedrosBoard, we remember our Veteran members, especially the ones we've lost. Very recently, "whall" a great friend, enthusiast and supporter of all things Porsche, member of PB and BRBS also departed. Thank you each and everyone for your service to the Country and for your sacrifice. You are all remembered and honored. PedrosBoardby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Hey Howard …. - 19 days ago
… it’s good to hear from you. I’m away from my office for a couple of weeks but upon my return I’ll try to dig through the archives. Any picture you posted would have been on a hosting platform, not on PPBB itself, so that makes it somewhat more difficult. But we will try. Happy Boxstering Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Re: Secondary air pump squealing - 28 days ago
The only place where it is REQUIRED is the Republic of California. Removing the pump and reprogramming the car as a RoW is the only real fix. Happy Boxstering, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Re: Finally swapped the O2/lambda sensors... - 4 weeks ago
Good to hear! Happy Boxstering, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Re: Strange Shifter Behavior - '98 Boxster Tip - 7 weeks ago
Its could be a bad shift cable connection on the tranny itself mor a faulty selector switch on the left side of the tranny. Happy Boxstering, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Re: Rms in 996 - 2 months ago
Because it sat for 2 years, the RMS is warped a bit and no seal restorer will fix that. I don't think it will hurt though. The RMS warps when it sits in storage because the seal doesn't sit perfectly perpendicular to the shat (on purpose). The insertion toll has a slight inclination which, during long-term storage tends to make the RMS' center oval instead of circular. If driving it for a while dby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
This article validates my predictions ... - 3 months ago
... of Porsche getting themselves in a pickle: They are screwed in China. All that investment is lost. They had better pay attention to what we want here in their largest market USA/Canada/Mexico. Herr Blume has been too busy with WV and has neglected Porsche. I wrote this short article (Requiem for the sportscar) last week: Happy Boxstering, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Re: Odd issue on my 981 Boxster - 4 months ago
Those are the telltale signs of a weak / dying battery. Replaced it and everything will be back to normal. Happy Boxstering, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Happy Birthday, USA ... - 4 months ago
... celebrating the 249th anniversary! Enjoy. Be safe. Happy Porsche'ing, PedrosBoardby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
correction ... - 4 months ago
on the "Design Evolution" paragraph it states: "Earlier Boxster mounts (up to 1998) were attached using three bolts". It should be up to 1997. The 1998 and newer all have the 4 bolt pattern and upgraded oil pump housing. Happy Boxstering, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
18 jahre ... - 4 months ago
... remembering Just Chuck. Still miss you, my friend. Happy Boxstering, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
No more mounts ... - 4 months ago
... from me. It's been about 10 years since Porsche mandated that any parts removed must be destroyed, so we don't have any more mounts to repair. If you are replacing the front engine mount, purchase and install the one for the 2008 CaymanS, no matter what older Boxster or Cayman you may have. Happy Boxstering, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Re: Durametric fun - 4 months ago
Those range 1 ignitions means that you're not driving hard enough! When the car hits the rev limiter, a few ignitions are registered as range 1, which is right at the limiter. You should see the millions of range 1 in my car! The SAI is just an air pump which assists the cats for a few seconds during cold starts. Only required by the Republic of California. No amount of Techron will save you froby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Re: Correction: "... when rapped..." - 4 months ago
There's just one engine mount (front) and two transmission mounts. The engine mount is really a wear item and should be replaced every 50K miles. The transmission mounts can go much longer and are generally not replaced unless they leak. A very worn out front engine mount can certainly create a sound clunk, especially when accelerating or breaking Happy Boxstering, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Porsche is in a pickle ... - 5 months ago
... of their own doing! Why are they so hardheaded? If they keep loosing sales in China and the US Tariffs apply, they won't be able to sustain themselves, especially if they also loose truck sales and obviously no Boxster/Cayman platform! Hold on to yours; they will start to appreciate. Happy Boxstering, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
The moisture accumulation in the brake fluid .... - 5 months ago
... is due to the very aggressive hygroscopic nature of the fluid itself. It is so thirsty, that it will pull water molecules from the air through the brake likes themselves. So, many times people think they had contamination from an external source, when they didn't. That is the reason brake fluid in our cars needs to be flushed every 2 year regardless of miles driven. Happy Boxstering, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Re: Dry method brake fluid exchange and minimum fluid level - 5 months ago
Hi Grant. Long time! But, why? I don't understand the "dry" approach. It introduces the chance of drawing air that won't be visible. It also exposes the new fluid to more opportunity to draw in humidity and chances to spill fluid outside the reservoir. Happy Boxstering, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Re: Rear Glass Pealing - 5 months ago
That is true, unfortunately. The glass is bonded onto the canvas with heat and pressure, in a special jig. It would be more costly to remove, repair and reinstall than to just replace with a new top. Happy Boxstering, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Today ... - 5 months ago
… we remember and we honor those who gave it all. PedrosBoardby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
By writing that article .... - 6 months ago
... be it understood that in no way do I endorse, promote or recommend the 4s. Buy at your own risk. You are a smart man, Guenter! Enjoy your Symphony. Happy Porsche'ing, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
May the FOURS ... - 6 months ago
... be with you! CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW…by Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Porsche Enthusiast Guide .... - 7 months ago
Just received my own copy from the Author! From what I perceive without having read it yet, it's very complete and easy to read. Full of great information. Jeff (the Author) tells me that the first copies should be available from Amazon on or around 3/31/25. Happy Porsche'ing, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Re: 997.2 carrera 3.6 front radiator fans running full speed at start up - 8 months ago
When the AC is on, the radiator fans run at full speed. If you switch off the car with the AC on, when you restart the AC will be on by default and hence the fans will run at full speed. Happy Porsche'ing, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Re: Self adjusting clutch and wear - 8 months ago
My car has 313,000 miles and it's still on the original clutch. My driving style is aggressive/smooth with 60% highway, 30% city and 10% track. When the clutch starts to go, you'll feel the RPMs rise while he speed doesn't as you accelerate in a high gear (5th/6th). Happy Porsche'ing, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Our thanks to BumperPlugs.com ... - 8 months ago
... for their steadfast support of PedrosBoard. They have been our sponsor since our inception, now in our 15th year! Thank you Eric. Let's support and promote this fine company: Happy Porsche'ing, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Do you have a 2011 - 2017 Cayenne?... - 8 months ago
... then watch this: Happy Porsche'ing Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
I could have saved Porsche a ton of money ... - 8 months ago
...if they would have listened to me in 2018 when I wrote the article "Efficient-Emotion" and then again in 2022 when I wrote the article "Are they really better?" Efficient-Emotion: Are they Really Better?: Happy Porsche'ing, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Finally, somebody wakes up! - 9 months ago
Hello, Porsche .... are you watching? This is what I've been clamoring all these years instead of the e-Kool-Aid. I hope Porsche backtracks as some other manufacturers are starting to do, like BMW and MB. Happy Hydrogenating, Pedroby Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum
Good omen? - 9 months ago
When you go to your local Tax Collector's office / DMV to replace a tag and they give you this waiting number.by Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Main Forum