2003 Porshe Boxter S
With a 0-60 time of 5.7 seconds, the Boxster S is quite a quick roadster thanks to the 260bhp on tap from its 3.2 litre engine. And the 2.7 litre standard car doesn’t hang about either, producing 228bhp which in the 5 speed manual version gives a 0-60 time of 6.6 seconds. Originally launched in 1997 with a 2.5 litre engine, Porsche enthusiasts demanded more power, and they got it, but to be honest, every Boxster ever produced is a masterpiece of engineering.
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Cold Weather Hard Steer Tech Tip
Hard steer during cold start-up has been a frustrating problem with power racks since the beginning. GM has had its fair share of cold steering problems that would subside moments later, and the system would return to normal power assist. Internal seal seepage or leakage has been a problem since the early 80’s. Revised seals were made available, and eventually new rack assemblies were recommended for those with worn or grooved housings, thus promoting internal leakage.
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2008 Porsche Boxter Orange Edition
Porsche’s all-new orange 2008 Limited Edition Boxster and Boxster S will soon be stirring excitement around the country with a stylish design and competitive pricing starting at $49,900 USD and $59,900 USD, respectively. With the first Limited Edition being displayed at a special sneak preview at the NY Auto this past spring where it received a rave reception, the 500 eagerly anticipated Orange Boxster and Boxster S models will go on sale in dealerships on September 28, 2007 throughout the U.S.
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Diagnostic for Power Steering Inoperative/Steering Wheel Hard to Turn
Recommendation/Instructions
The following diagnostics might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the conditlon(s) described above. Use the appropriate recommendation based on what symptom has occurred.
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E46 325, 330 with C38 blower AA Supercharged Cars Operating Instructions
Always allow your engine and supercharger to warm up for at least one minute before placing the car in gear. In colder weather (below 50 degrees Fahrenheit), we recommend at least two-to-three minutes of warm-up time. Always use the best fuel (93 octane) available. If 91 octane is the only available fuel, add an octane booster if you detect any knocking. Active Autowerke calibrates the software to operate on 91 octane, but some cars may experience slight knocking or detonation. Excessive knocking will damage the motor, so pay close attention to any hint of knocking.
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2004-2006 Chevy Colorado Brute Force Intake System Installation
Getting Started
a) Make sure vehicle is parked on a level surface. Set parking brake.
b) Disconnect negative battery terminal from the battery.
c) If engine has run within the past two hours, let it cool down.
Removal of the stock intake system.
a) Before removing any of the O.E. components, label each individual part so that no components become mixed up during the installation process.
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2009 Bmw z4
The BMW Z4 is ever present in any car city, especially in Los Angeles where BMW convertibles are treated as fashion accessories like pairs of shoes. But last generation’s BMW Z4, with its perfectly adequate but not outstanding driving dynamics and lack of raw horsepower did not excite the true car enthusiast. Many BMW faithful turned to roadsters from Porsche, Audi or Honda for a better all-around driving experience.
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2006 Z-Art Porsche Boxster
The Swiss tuning company Z-Art from Tägerwilen is revving up with a brand-new aerodynamics package for the Porsche Boxster model 986.
The aerodynamics package, which comprises the front bumper, side skirts, rear spoiler attachment and rear bumper, is made from GRP. The conversion is rounded off with GRP fenders and a GRP front hood in the original, round 987 look (different design of headlights) of the Boxster model year 2006. The front hood is also optionally available in carbon fiber. The complete package including the lamp cluster is available from Z-Art starting from 3,965 Euros net and is supplied complete with all the necessary accessories. Fitting costs around 1,300 Euros net, although this does not include the cost of respraying.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG Black Series
The new Black Series from Mercedes-Benz is an even more driver-focused variant of the V8-powered SLK 55 AMG Roadster, using motorsport-inspired technology to deliver scintillating performance and enhanced driving dynamics. This SLK 55 AMG Black Series beast is very exclusive, 400 hp lightweight sports car.
Output from the 5.5-litre AMG engine is boosted from 360 hp to 400 hp and 45 kg has been shaved off the kerbweight through the use of lightweight components including a new fixed hard top. As a result, the 0 to 62 mph dash drops from 4.9 to 4.5 seconds, while 125 mph is, where permitted, clocked up in just 15.5 seconds – a full two seconds quicker. Top speed is no longer restricted to 155 mph, and the car can reach 173 mph.
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2008 Chevrolet Lumina SS UTE
2008 will see GM Holden celebrate its 1000th ute export to South Africa with the announcement that General Motors South Africa is to take delivery of the new VE Ute. This is the first export program for the all-new Ute, outside New Zealand, and enters GM Holden into its 5th year of ute exports to South Africa.
To be sold as a Chevrolet Lumina SS Ute, the VE derivative will be almost identical in terms of specification and features to the domestic version of the sporty SS V Series, and joins the popular Lumina SS Sedan already on sale.
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