Boxster console Options

[partwerks]

Anyone have any pictures of what has been done for a console that works with the 6 speed Boxster setup?

If I use the Boxster console, looks like I would have to somehow patch in where the electricals were, and the handbrake.

To get it to set back far enough, I would probably have to cut about 3" off the bottom of the center backpad, but then may not be able to open the console door, or take a section out of the length of the console. How easy is it to mend it back together and make it look like something?

Also, will the factory rear sway bar, fit if using the 6 speed boxster trans?

[ClayPerrine]

I have not put a console around my shifter yet. I used the stock 914 center box raised up with a 1/2 inch piece of plywood to let the shift cables go under it.

Mine is not a V-8 car, so the trans may sit farther forward, but my car has a stock rear sway bar.

Hope that helps,

Clay

[Chris914n6]

Plenty of room for the sway bar.

You'd probably be better off just making a center console. Then you can add cup holders, hidden compartments, whatever.

[dwillouby]

This is what I did

Ls2 with Boxster S.

Local custom shop made console.

David

[partwerks]

This is what I did

Ls2 with Boxster S.

Local custom shop made console.

David

That looks nice.
How much did something like that set you back, if I might ask?
Does it have a place to throw odds and ends, in?

[djway]

I have been considering the intake setup you have. You may have convinced me.

[Gearup]

Anyone have any pictures of what has been done for a console that works with the 6 speed Boxster setup?

If I use the Boxster console, looks like I would have to somehow patch in where the electricals were, and the handbrake.

To get it to set back far enough, I would probably have to cut about 3" off the bottom of the center backpad, but then may not be able to open the console door, or take a section out of the length of the console. How easy is it to mend it back together and make it look like something?

Also, will the factory rear sway bar, fit if using the 6 speed boxster trans?

Nice looking setup. Is that an LS with a holly intake? Are those Renegade adapter Parts?
Brett

[tygaboy]

I have a custom tunnel frame and console but the same idea would work: all you need is a shifter stand that puts the lever where you'd like it. In my case, it's up a bunch and fairly close to the steering wheel, in terms of fore/aft.
This is a Numeric shifter with their cables, which in this case are stock length. They offer shorter or longer, or at least they did.
I opted to run the cables exposed, running on top of the console. IMO, it fits the vibe of my build.
Hope this helps.

[partwerks]

Anyone have any pictures of what has been done for a console that works with the 6 speed Boxster setup?

If I use the Boxster console, looks like I would have to somehow patch in where the electricals were, and the handbrake.

To get it to set back far enough, I would probably have to cut about 3" off the bottom of the center backpad, but then may not be able to open the console door, or take a section out of the length of the console. How easy is it to mend it back together and make it look like something?

Also, will the factory rear sway bar, fit if using the 6 speed boxster trans?

Nice looking setup. Is that an LS with a holly intake? Are those Renegade adapter Parts?
Brett

It's an LS3 with a hot cam. Holley intake, with 90 degree elbow. You have to use aftermarket fuel rails also. Otherwise you won't be able to close the casket lid.

I got the adapter plate, clutch and pressure plate from Eric at: http://www.kitcarchassis.com/
Much easier on the pocket book.
I think you can have the hole for an LS starter, or go with the one he sells with it.

I got the motor mount bar and trans bracket from Renegade.
I think I could have used my old motor mount bar, but wanted to make sure that it was sitting correctly so it would sit low enough, (the intake) since they have already pioneered the way.

[partwerks]

I have a custom tunnel frame and console but the same idea would work: all you need is a shifter stand that puts the lever where you'd like it. In my case, it's up a bunch and fairly close to the steering wheel, in terms of fore/aft.
This is a Numeric shifter with their cables, which in this case are stock length. They offer shorter or longer, or at least they did.
I opted to run the cables exposed, running on top of the console. IMO, it fits the vibe of my build.
Hope this helps.

Unfortunately, I was limited by the length of the cables. I wish I could shrink them a couple inches, but need to drive it to see how it feels.
I did put this gadget in the shifter: http://www.function-first.com/products/eng...-right-solution

If I could have used the 987 cables, I could have used those shifter ends they make, but those cables were about another 3" longer yet.

I would imagine there is someone out there that could make a custom length cable?

I don't have access to making my own stuff, and have to do like most people, and hire it out.
In a perfect world, if a person could do all their own work would be cheaper, and would be more in control of your own work, and no blame game.

The mufflers are going to be the next hurdle. Not much room. Any suggestions for mufflers?

[tygaboy]

The mufflers are going to be the next hurdle. Not much room. Any suggestions for mufflers?

I have no trunk floor so I had more options but my current set up would likely work, in terms of the muffler location (ignore my headers!).
I used the Boxster muffler mounts at the back of the trans and made up a mount/hanger that supports each muffler.
I have the CAD file for all of this and could make you a basic mount "frame" that your local shop could tweak for your use. You pay for materials and shipping.
PM me if that could be a help.

[partwerks]

Plenty of room for the sway bar.

You'd probably be better off just making a center console. Then you can add cup holders, hidden compartments, whatever.

I was able to get the sway bar in there.

[dwillouby]

This is what I did

Ls2 with Boxster S.

Local custom shop made console.

David

That looks nice.
How much did something like that set you back, if I might ask?
Does it have a place to throw odds and ends, in?

The shop charged me $700. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) Decided not to add storage as would increase cost.
David

[tygaboy]

Lyle - Here's the factory muffler bracket that bolts to the rear of your Boxster S, G86-20 trans. Your guy could use this and make a cross brace that bolts to those slotted holes at the top and supports a muffler on each end.

[partwerks]

Lyle - Here's the factory muffler bracket that bolts to the rear of your Boxster S, G86-20 trans. Your guy could use this and make a cross brace that bolts to those slotted holes at the top and supports a muffler on each end.

I presume that is made out of aluminum?

[tygaboy]

Lyle - Here's the factory muffler bracket that bolts to the rear of your Boxster S, G86-20 trans. Your guy could use this and make a cross brace that bolts to those slotted holes at the top and supports a muffler on each end.

I presume that is made out of aluminum?

Yes, aluminum.

[partwerks]

Lyle - Here's the factory muffler bracket that bolts to the rear of your Boxster S, G86-20 trans. Your guy could use this and make a cross brace that bolts to those slotted holes at the top and supports a muffler on each end.

I presume that is made out of aluminum?

I can't tell how wide that top part of the bracket is, but I have about 3" between the back of the trans, and that sheet metal behind it. I would assume there is clearance?

[djway]

I got the adapter plate, clutch and pressure plate from Eric at: http://www.kitcarchassis.com/
Much easier on the pocket book.
I think you can have the hole for an LS starter, or go with the one he sells with it.


What is the price for the adapter? The web site doesn't even list the boxter adapter being completed.

[partwerks]

I got the adapter plate, clutch and pressure plate from Eric at: http://www.kitcarchassis.com/
Much easier on the pocket book.
I think you can have the hole for an LS starter, or go with the one he sells with it.


What is the price for the adapter? The web site doesn't even list the boxter adapter being completed.

I don't recall. I'm reworking some X mechanic stuff, and started this in Sept of 2014, and don't recall off the top. He's cheaper than Kennedy. I can tell you that!

214-606-2457 is his number. Eric is his first name. I think he can put the hole for a LS starter in if you want also, rather than that other one he offers.

[ClayPerrine]

Here is my shifter setup for the Cayman 6 speed.

(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads/post-1143-1604790470.jpg)

I am going to build a console around it with a cupholder, 12v power, and two USB ports.

Clay