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Re: The driving season begins in the north - 4 months ago
Glad to see you've got car out --with the top down--despite the low temps. We've had ours out since late March. What a joy--you forget over the winter just how responsive this car is, especially when you've been driving a RAV4 with blizzaks on it for months. Hope to see you two later this year.by MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: 718 Boxster/Cayman sold 3,484 vehicles in 2022 - 6 months ago
Late to this topic, but saw the total PCNA 2022 numbers yesterday in the latest Panorama: -718 numbers down around 20% compared to 2021 -911 numbers about the same -Cayanne up 20+ % -Macan down a bit -Taycan down 20% Supply issues have been mentioned regarding the Taycan, but I don't think that's been an issue with the 718 since it shares a lot of parts with the 911. Regarding the Taycan, tby MikenOH - Main Forum
Preventing battery drain while in storage for months or not being used for weeks - 7 months ago
Saw a discussion on this on another forum, with suggestions to resolve this all over the place. Pedro--what's the current best info on reducing parasitic drain on Porsche cars? Has it changed over the years (9896/987/981)? Currently, I lock mine and have a tender on the battery, but some people suggest unlocking the boot to ensure access to the battery. Thanks for any help in advanceby MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: Friday, Scan Day - a Unique one - 8 months ago
Thanks for the pics, Guenter. The Xmas eve storm wasn't the end of the world, but it wasn't much fun--a good one to miss. Pedro's car looks great.by MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: The End is Nigh - 10 months ago
QuoteGuenter in Ontario QuoteTheFarmer That must be a base Boxster, it has a single exhaust tip... That's for the optional BSE (Bose Sports Exhaust) That a good one, Guenter and likely not far off the mark.by MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: Just wait for the real EV Boxster - 10 months ago
From an earlier article: Range -- 250 miles (est.) Weight--3550 lbs (est.) Production date--2025 (?)by MikenOH - Main Forum
Great video. - 11 months ago
A very detailed analysis of the 987 model. Having owned both a 986, 987 and a 981, the 987 seemed to be the model with the most significant improvements over the previous model--including interior , chassis and drive-train. And the styling still looks good after 15 years.by MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: New battery in the 981..questions on the votmeter readings after installtion - 1 year ago
Thanks Pedro.by MikenOH - Main Forum
New battery in the 981..questions on the votmeter readings after installtion - 1 year ago
After the installation of a Interstate H6 AGM battery--same capacity and type as the Banner OE it replaced --the car ran at 14.4V on the 20 mile trip back home. Turned the car off and the battery read 12.5V on a multi-meter. The next day, after driving it 10 minutes, the meter showed 14.4, then it started dropping and stayed at 12.5 but would occasionally shoot up to 13.9. Same results the folby MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: TPMS battery life - 1 year ago
OE sensors are coming up on 10 years old and still functioning. I can understand replacing them when replacing tires at this point, however.by MikenOH - Main Forum
Info on the coming 718 EV--current article from top gear - 1 year ago
I'm sure the cars will be quick, but wonder about the weight and range--especially when driven "spiritedly". Are there charging stations at the tracks yet? Maybe owners will include a generator with their track equipment..by MikenOH - Main Forum
Flecity Ace sinks in waters near the Azores with thousands of German cars onboard - 1 year ago
htps://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/massive-cargo-ship-carrying-cars-sinks-mid-atlantic-83179516 Sounds like the fires could not be put out. 1000+ Porsches Kaput.... A big hit for the insurers and a scramble to determine cause...by MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: It would be interesting to know how they determine which cars are affected - 1 year ago
QuoteGuenter in Ontario It seems that not all the 2013 - 2015 Boxsters / Caymans are affected. Would there be different axle carriers for different options like PDK vs manual or suspension like standard vs X73 vs PASM? Do they have 2 or more suppliers for the same part? Just wondering. Good questions. Given the numbers of the cars affected by the recall (4K?), you'd think all cars in that pby MikenOH - Main Forum
Rear axle carrier fix on early 981 models update - 1 year ago
Got an email from the Penske dealership in OH that the appointments are being set for the installation of those new parts--all cars in the recall range will get them. Cars will be kept for 2 days and a loaner supplied. It sounded like the earliest appointments will be in Feb.I decided to put ours off until the end of March, since it's tucked away in a corner of the garage on casters.by MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: Driving impressions update for 2021 718 Cayman T - 1 year ago
Nice write up--please post further impressions after you're past the break in period. Regarding the gearing, our 981BS might have benefited from shorter gearing for driving around town but it's not the end of the world. Having said that, few if any of us will get that chance to get close to the red line in 6th gear anywhere in this country. I had a chance to drive PDK equipped 718 at the launcby MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: I read somewhere that the sensor is something ultrasonic. Maybe a system tool can activate it? - 1 year ago
IIRC, the actual oil level is capable of being read via the PIWIS system, rather than just the virtual dipstick.by MikenOH - Main Forum
I have the Michelin A/S4 on a Mustang and like them a lot - 1 year ago
Good steering response, firm ride, mostly quiet, great in the wet. Got a deal on them through Costco in the spring for $700 mounted and balanced +tax. I still have them on (I have a winter set of rims set with Blizzaks on them) since I'd like to see how they handle some snow; I saw a test video on Youtube with these tires in the snow and they were amazing. Depending on how they work out in the snby MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: even if e-gas does become a thing… - 2 years ago
let's see--the 2025 718 will: -Weight 3659 lbs -One speed tranny -Have an estimated 250 mile range -Retain the folding cloth top -Produce no natural exhaust noise Performance figures are unknown as is the price. I haven't read anything yet about it that would make me get one, even on a straight trade.by MikenOH - Main Forum
Recall recently announced on some 981 cars--rear axle carrier - 2 years ago
Boxster and Cayman models. Notices going out by 11/1. Does anyone know what this part looks like?by MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: Service Suggestion Cleveland/Akron Area - 2 years ago
I've driven by their shop a few times but never taken a car there to be worked on. They sell a lot of used imports and by the look of the cars on their lot, a fair number of exotics. I haven't seen a lot of Porsches on their lot. If it where me, I'd take it to a shop that is familiar with the 986 model--Steinels and Layland should be able to handle it. The guy in Avon Lake sounds like he'd beby MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: Service Suggestion Cleveland/Akron Area - 2 years ago
I have had good luck with Steinels, Layland (Canton) Porsche Beachwood. Autobahn Extremist is on the Cleveland westside, but I have no experience with them.by MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: Service Suggestion Cleveland/Akron Area - 2 years ago
Water or air cooled?by MikenOH - Main Forum
Re: Shipping Suggestions Needed - 2 years ago
Quotejlegelis Roadtrip! What better way to enjoy a new 981, isn't that what it was built for? Take the 'blue highways' rather than the interstates for the drive of a lifetime.\ +1by MikenOH - Main Forum