So I just installed the new updated 987.2 shift cables
01-03-2019, 01:10 PM
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Knowing that the fore-aft play increases before a possible cable breakage is very helpful and perhaps someone can document how much play exists when new cables are installed vs a higher mileage car.
As far as shifters go, I can’t comment on the Numeric since I don’t have it but I can say that the GT3 shifter is a very nice upgrade even with the stock cables. It eliminates the vagueness you experience when trying to find a gear, eliminates nearly all of the slop in neutral and when shifting and it feels more precise. Personally I found no adverse affects such as added noise, only a thinner wallet.
As far as shifters go, I can’t comment on the Numeric since I don’t have it but I can say that the GT3 shifter is a very nice upgrade even with the stock cables. It eliminates the vagueness you experience when trying to find a gear, eliminates nearly all of the slop in neutral and when shifting and it feels more precise. Personally I found no adverse affects such as added noise, only a thinner wallet.
01-05-2019, 04:29 PM
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Thank you for the very informative post and pictures.
Did my 987.2 Base Boxster with 40K km a month ago.
Decided to go with just updated Porsche cables as they where available at the dealership and the parts department never heard about new brackets. It works just fine with the old brackets and, I hope, will last longer then the old model, as the cables themselves are supposed to be beefier. I just couldn't see how to get at the brackets from my back and I thought one of them was riveted.
Didn't have a luxury of the lift so did it on the stands in my office garage to the amusement of my co-workers
The new cables do feel better. Shifter upgrade is next. Would you recommend GT3 shifter or Function First - Shift Right?
Did my 987.2 Base Boxster with 40K km a month ago.
Decided to go with just updated Porsche cables as they where available at the dealership and the parts department never heard about new brackets. It works just fine with the old brackets and, I hope, will last longer then the old model, as the cables themselves are supposed to be beefier. I just couldn't see how to get at the brackets from my back and I thought one of them was riveted.
Didn't have a luxury of the lift so did it on the stands in my office garage to the amusement of my co-workers
The new cables do feel better. Shifter upgrade is next. Would you recommend GT3 shifter or Function First - Shift Right?
10-13-2021, 11:12 PM
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Hi. I am planning to replace shift cables, left-side bracket, and lever with the upgrade OEM parts on my 2011, 987.2, 6-speed. Was hoping to speak with you (A432) to pick your brain about your experience doing that. Plus raise a few questions. I sent you a friend request. I can be reached by email/phone.
Thank you,
Steve
Thank you,
Steve
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10-14-2021, 09:22 AM
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Hi. I am planning to replace shift cables, left-side bracket, and lever with the upgrade OEM parts on my 2011, 987.2, 6-speed. Was hoping to speak with you (A432) to pick your brain about your experience doing that. Plus raise a few questions. I sent you a friend request. I can be reached by email/phone.
Thank you,
Steve
Thank you,
Steve
This is something that I plan to do next spring and the more info going in the better.
02-07-2022, 08:24 PM
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@Steve987 I'm following up on my above request. Today, I received shipment of shifter parts from Suncoast - GT3 shifter, updated cable and parts - and I'm focused on gathering info on this upgrade in anticipation of a March/April install.
Have you had the opportunity to install your updated parts? If so, any lessons learned worth sharing?
Have you had the opportunity to install your updated parts? If so, any lessons learned worth sharing?
02-23-2022, 10:02 AM
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@Steve987 I'm following up on my above request. Today, I received shipment of shifter parts from Suncoast - GT3 shifter, updated cable and parts - and I'm focused on gathering info on this upgrade in anticipation of a March/April install.
Have you had the opportunity to install your updated parts? If so, any lessons learned worth sharing?
Have you had the opportunity to install your updated parts? If so, any lessons learned worth sharing?
Excuse the slow reply. I did tackle the switchover two months ago. All's well. Would be happy to discuss the experience. Email me at sfp54@aol.com.
Steve
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05-30-2022, 12:25 PM
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A432 was there any tricks to remove the old pivot bracket?
Your post gave me the courage to attempt to change the brackets and cables on my own. Everything was going well until it came time to remove the old pivot bracket and connector rod that connects left and right side of the transmission. Is there any tricks or advice that you can give for popping the connector rod off the pivot bracket and removing the rod? Thanks
05-30-2022, 03:15 PM
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Your post gave me the courage to attempt to change the brackets and cables on my own. Everything was going well until it came time to remove the old pivot bracket and connector rod that connects left and right side of the transmission. Is there any tricks or advice that you can give for popping the connector rod off the pivot bracket and removing the rod? Thanks
When putting everything back together - I found it difficult to pop it back on. I used a very thin, but resistant to bending, seal remover (approx 12" long) to create enough leverage to get it to re-set.
You can find a bit more detail here, https://rennlist.com/forums/987-foru...l#post18078103
05-30-2022, 04:29 PM
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Thanks Duke! Pivot bracket still kicking my backside
I was able to get the top lever off per your suggestion and have the nut off the pivot bracket, but having a hard time removing the pivot bracket. Does it need to be pulled off or twisted off? Thanks
05-30-2022, 05:49 PM
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It pulls off. If you want to hope on a call, I've just pm'd you my phone number.
06-03-2022, 05:48 PM
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06-05-2022, 05:58 PM
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Combination of A&P tech buddy and pry bar got pivot loose. There was a bit of corrosion on shaft which got polished off. Initial results very positive, making this a recommended project. Also a good excuse for a bit of deep cleaning.
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06-20-2022, 10:43 PM
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My 2012 Boxster Black Edition just broke its shifter cable. Fortunately I was left with 1st gear and was able to get home. This is the first time I was thankful for such a tall 1st gear.
i had the new revised shifter parts installed. Like A432, the OP, I have a factory short shifter. Comparing my prior E46 M3 shifter feel, which is a 10.0 for this scale, I agree with A432 that the shift feel has gone from a 7.0/10.0 to an 8.5/10.0. Well worth it.
There is an increase in mechanical noise when the shifter is moved. You can hear it with the engine off, but i did not notice it when the engine is running. The old part in the picture above had a rubber insulator that the new part does not. It is hard to see from this picture (thanks to A432 for the picture), but the entire plate the 'ball' sits on in the original part (on the right) is isolated in a large rubber piece. This part was a !#@!% to get off, and is a source of failure.
I had the work done by my Indy and it took him 4.5 hours to make the swap. It was a bit pricey but worth it.
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