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Forum: 981 Forum
06-01-2021, 10:58 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 32,961
Posted By michaelscain

here is my 2 cents... A FVD tune will give...

here is my 2 cents...

A FVD tune will give you a claimed 352hp car in your 981 S or GTS.

You will find that the Cayman GTS has a power output of 340hp while a Boxster S has only 315hp.
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Forum: 981 Forum
05-20-2021, 09:30 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,718
Posted By michaelscain

Porsche 981S prices are going up

I was pleased to look at https://www.autotrader.co.uk/ here in the UK and noticed that Porsche 981S prices are going up.
Forum: 981 Forum
04-19-2021, 05:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 825
Posted By michaelscain

WHY?

WHY?
Forum: 981 Forum
04-09-2021, 05:16 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 25,525
Posted By michaelscain

I love this EVO review by henry of the 981S. ...

I love this EVO review by henry of the 981S.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8guRa1YrAWw
Forum: 981 Forum
04-08-2021, 05:23 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 25,525
Posted By michaelscain

Both cars have very different personalities due...

Both cars have very different personalities due to the engine design.

Power comes in very low down in the 718, however will have noticeable turbo lag, but a lot more power from 4 pot turbo...
Forum: 981 Forum
03-31-2021, 07:14 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 32,961
Posted By michaelscain

err ..Why did;nt you ask FVD for the ECU tune?...

err ..Why did;nt you ask FVD for the ECU tune? they also provide a free additional Tune when add the FVD sports headers, which takes advantage of the new headers modification.
Forum: 981 Forum
03-26-2021, 11:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,676
Posted By michaelscain

Ok i found one for salePorsche Boxster 1/18...

Ok i found one for salePorsche Boxster 1/18 Minichamps S (981) black 2012 diecast model cars
http://www.alldiecast.co.uk/porsche/p/20783-porsche-boxster-1-18-minichamps-s-981-black-2012.html
Forum: 981 Forum
03-23-2021, 06:35 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 32,961
Posted By michaelscain

Just regarding the op car and what he would...

Just regarding the op car and what he would expect.

The Cayman S has a 10bhp increase over the Boxster S due to ECU restriction, therefore I would expect 40hp+ increase with a Cobb tune and fab...
Forum: 981 Forum
03-22-2021, 01:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,916
Posted By michaelscain

I hate to say it (as im an owner), but the 981...

I hate to say it (as im an owner), but the 981 Cayman is much better looking car than the 981 boxster....
Forum: 981 Forum
03-19-2021, 10:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,759
Posted By michaelscain

Hi Anthony, Yes totally agree regarding the...

Hi Anthony,

Yes totally agree regarding the long gearing, I also have a 981S and the gear ratios are well just too long, second gear is 84 mph, third is 114 mph. I wish Porsche would produce a...
Forum: 981 Forum
03-18-2021, 02:04 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 32,961
Posted By michaelscain

Just regarding FVD again, If you do buy the FVD...

Just regarding FVD again, If you do buy the FVD tune,

FVD will provide additional free ECU tunes files if you add additional mods to your 981S.

For example; if you add Sport Headers or Race...
Forum: 981 Forum
03-17-2021, 09:00 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 32,961
Posted By michaelscain

I've added the FVD tune and FVD Sports headers to...

I've added the FVD tune and FVD Sports headers to my Porsche Boxster 981S and very happy with the results. Unfortunately I did not do a before and after dyno test. The FVD tune provides 352hp and the...
Forum: 718 GTS 4.0/GT4/GT4RS/Spyder/25th Anniversary
02-18-2021, 09:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,233
Posted By michaelscain

Porsche Cayman GTS 4.0L

Is this good value for money?

https://www.ashgood.co.uk/vehicle-details/Used-Porsche-718-Cayman-GTS-For-Sale-U2266
Forum: 987 Forum
02-12-2021, 07:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,036
Posted By michaelscain

try these guys; ...

try these guys;

https://www.hartech.org/oversized-engines
Forum: 981 Forum
01-21-2021, 05:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,509
Posted By michaelscain

You should look at getting FVD headers; ...

You should look at getting FVD headers;

Sport Headers - 981.1 Cayman / Boxster with 200 Cell Tri Metal "HD" Sportcats...
Forum: 981 Forum
11-30-2020, 12:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,095
Posted By michaelscain

Ok, the only 2 mods I would recommend to a 981S...

Ok, the only 2 mods I would recommend to a 981S or 981GTS are the following;

FVD Tune;

https://www.fvd.net/us-en/FVD981100111/981-boxster-s-34l-level-1-352-hp-291-tq.html

FVD Sport...
Forum: 981 Forum
11-26-2020, 10:35 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 29,042
Posted By michaelscain

Best Looking 981 Alloy Wheels

I am thinking of changing my 981 alloys wheels, can anyone recommend the best looking alloy wheels for a 981?

Here is a pic of my current alloy wheels;
...
Forum: 981 Forum
10-28-2020, 05:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,681
Posted By michaelscain

These are great cars, which ever you choose.

These are great cars, which ever you choose.
Forum: 981 Forum
10-23-2020, 12:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,681
Posted By michaelscain

Porsche 981 Boxster S vs 981 Cayman S

Porsche 981 Boxster S vs 981 Cayman S

Anyone thinking of buying one of these great cars should watch this interesting comparison review;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_Nrgl-bhEA

All the...
Forum: 981 Forum
09-18-2020, 07:24 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,176
Posted By michaelscain

I went with FVD tune and FVD sports headers on my...

I went with FVD tune and FVD sports headers on my 981BS, could not be happier, but in hindsight wish i did a before and after dyno. Car is much quicker then before. But the more i drive it, the more...
Forum: 981 Forum
09-10-2020, 12:05 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,176
Posted By michaelscain

Yep ive also had the same FVD Sports Headers and...

Yep ive also had the same FVD Sports Headers and FVD Tune to my Porsche 981S and the butt dyno really tell you you have alot more power. But would be interested to know the actual HP increase.
Forum: 981 Forum
09-10-2020, 07:43 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,176
Posted By michaelscain

(The FVD Tune is 352hp and the FVD Sports Header...

(The FVD Tune is 352hp and the FVD Sports Header are an additional 16hp.)

Are you planning on getting your car Dyno tested? would be interested to see if the claimed 368hp increase by FVD is...
Forum: 981 Forum
08-27-2020, 12:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,440
Posted By michaelscain

Yes I feel your pain. So far both have failed,...

Yes I feel your pain. So far both have failed, the first one was fixed under warranty after 16k miles a few years ago. The second PADM failure on my 981BS happened only a few months ago (35k miles)...
Forum: 981 Forum
08-14-2020, 10:48 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,176
Posted By michaelscain

I also have a 981BS and recently installed the...

I also have a 981BS and recently installed the same 2 mods = FVD Tune and FVD Sport Headers.

1. https://www.fvd.net/us-en/FVD981100111/981-boxster-s-34l-level-1-352-hp-291-tq.html

2....
Forum: 981 Forum
08-11-2020, 06:10 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 17,133
Posted By michaelscain

To be honest, i think the Porsche 981S is better...

To be honest, i think the Porsche 981S is better buy than the 981 GTS.

1. 981S is 20k cheaper.
2. For a small amount of money, you can add the GTS read lights and front/rear bumper to make it...
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