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Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 12-11-2020, 07:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 859
Posted By BoxerBill
Hey, thanks for the suggestions guys. (I've been...

Hey, thanks for the suggestions guys. (I've been out of touch for a while)

Here's my situation / problem:
I'm interested in a car that is, coincidently, located not terribly far from Powertech...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 12-11-2020, 06:36 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,651
Posted By BoxerBill
Thought same.

Thought same.
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 12-11-2020, 05:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,995
Posted By BoxerBill
'81SC at BHCC

Yeah, yeah, I know... Beverly Hills Car Club.......
I, as many others, have made the weekend field trip out to their warehouses for a little automotive entertainment. Never saw anyting I would ever...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 12-01-2020, 07:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 859
Posted By BoxerBill
Porsche mechanic near New Brunswick, NJ

Hi,
Can anybody recommend a good mechanic for air cooled cars. Im trying to find a shop somewhere between, say, Newark to New Brunswick?
I have found Jay Coates - The Popular Mechanic. Anybody know...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-27-2020, 01:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,220
Posted By BoxerBill
Thanks for all comments. Yes, Glen I would...

Thanks for all comments.

Yes, Glen I would absolutely have all bushing replaced as part of a suspension rebuild. Also any other bushings as further repairs and restorations were to progress....
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-21-2020, 02:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,657
Posted By BoxerBill
If you wouldn't mind; can you tell me what that...

If you wouldn't mind; can you tell me what that rebuild cost you in this day and age?

Thanks.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-21-2020, 02:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,220
Posted By BoxerBill
Thanks to all. Otter is right, and I should...

Thanks to all.
Otter is right, and I should have said “looking into ‘purchasing’ a car”.

The photograph that I saw just looked so low that I enquired to the seller about the height.
He ’seemed’...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-20-2020, 04:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,220
Posted By BoxerBill
Undo lowered ride height 911SC

Hi
I was wondering if anyone here could give me an idea of what would be involved in having a 911SC returned back to factory height?
I’m looking into a car that has been lowered (I mean, really a...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-24-2019, 11:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,930
Posted By BoxerBill
Fan corrosion opinion

Hi.
Anybody have an read on whether the corrosion on this fan and, particlarly the housing, looks 'normal' 'average' 'not an issue' 'not good'. It seems extreme to me for a CA car. Just wondering...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-23-2019, 11:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,701
Posted By BoxerBill
Lots of good thoughts on this weird, balancing...

Lots of good thoughts on this weird, balancing act issue. (as always from Pelicaners).
Thanks, to all.
Racer; Yeah, that artical really does nail the situation.
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-19-2019, 06:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,701
Posted By BoxerBill
How to arrange PPI

At some point, I expect I will be traveling to some distant city to look at a car. I will want to get a PPI for that car.
Assuming I knock on seller’s door; look at the car; and then say “I’d like...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-27-2018, 07:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,088
Posted By BoxerBill
Thanks for all the replies. I didn't win the...

Thanks for all the replies.
I didn't win the auction, even though it went for a very good price.
I had gotten as much additional info from seller, including extra photos and engine / drive videos....
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-24-2018, 08:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,088
Posted By BoxerBill
PPI (Post Purchase Inspection) L.A. area

I may (I stress “may”) be buying an ’82 on ebay, and taking the risk of not doing a PPI.
I am in NY, the car is in FL, and I would be having it shipped to CA.

My question (if I were to win the...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 03-22-2018, 11:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 487
Posted By BoxerBill
Oxcars.com and a PPI

Anyone familiar with Oxcars (Willobey Investments) in Mission Viejo, CA?
Are they reputable?
Any recommendations on someone to do a PPI in that area?

Thanks for any info.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 02-23-2018, 08:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,201
Posted By BoxerBill
Yes. Chocolate Brown. I believe you are...

Yes. Chocolate Brown.
I believe you are considering recovering seats?
An alternate consideration is to have the seat cushion foams rebuilt and then have the original covers refitted.
A talented...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 01-01-2017, 06:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,059
Posted By BoxerBill
Jack S. Yes I was also looking at Carreras...

Jack S. Yes I was also looking at Carreras 84-86ish. But just decided to keep narrowed down to the 3.0. But, you know; Still keep my eye open.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 01-01-2017, 06:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,059
Posted By BoxerBill
KJ: I'm in NY (and sometimes H.B. {hello fellow...

KJ: I'm in NY (and sometimes H.B. {hello fellow South Bayer :-)
Sugar: I know exactly what I want (but nobody ever really gets exactly what they want) The issue is what am I willing to accept. I...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 01-01-2017, 03:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,059
Posted By BoxerBill
Yes, I certainly know that I can't really "know"...

Yes, I certainly know that I can't really "know" until they are driven and PPI'ed. (I assume dealer would allow a drive and inspection, if they actually want to sell the car).

It just seems to me...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 01-01-2017, 02:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,059
Posted By BoxerBill
My 911SC hunt continues

So I keep circling back to two (beautiful looking) cars. One is a 1980. The other is a 1983.
They both ‘seem’ like nice cars, but here is my concern:

Each of these cars is being sold at a...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 01-01-2017, 01:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,254
Posted By BoxerBill
Hi Sugar. I just hadn't yet begun looking for a...

Hi Sugar.
I just hadn't yet begun looking for a Porsche until after that auction was too late. The car in question was local for me as well (adding insult to injury). Now, I'm seaching all around...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 12-09-2016, 05:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,254
Posted By BoxerBill
Man, what great responses! This board is the...

Man, what great responses! This board is the best!
Must admit, I'm feeling a little nervous, as these SC coupes seem to be getting just a little harder to find these days (fair number of Targas),...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 12-08-2016, 06:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,254
Posted By BoxerBill
My perfect first Porsche got away

Missed out on an auction of my dream car. A silver 1980 coupe with dark blue interior. So I’m now looking for the next best thing.

I’m looking for an SC, preferably 1980 or later. And I may have a...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 12-06-2016, 04:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 686
Posted By BoxerBill
Yes, I too was watching that auction all day (and...

Yes, I too was watching that auction all day (and last couple days). Almost pulled the trigger. Glad it closed above my budget. (that way I don't feel too bad)
I was also wondering about that...
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