Cayman 981 Upgrades/Mods
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- čas přidán 7. 08. 2024
- A few simple upgrades/mods to your Cayman that you can do to personalize your Porsche.
Clear Corner Lights - suncoastparts.com/product/SKU9...
GTS Tail Lights - suncoastparts.com/product/SKU9...
Phone Mount - t-design9.com/phone_mount_981....
Floor Mats - www.weathertech.com/porsche/20...
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just bought the phone mount. now all i need is a 981
I added the T-Design center console mounted sunglasses case. Ergonomically it is far easier to put your sunglasses in than any other location inside the car. It is very well made and I love it. I have the LED corner lights too. I also ordered and returned the Zunsport grilles as well.
Thank you sir, I am enjoying your videos and the content you're putting out. Keep it up.
Yes! I am getting those clear sidelights as well. Easy to install.
Knowing that I can change the taillights alone made this a great video! Other mods were sweet
I added the aluminum look gas cap and the LED third brake light to my GTS. Also a exterior color-matched ignition switch. The brake light was a bit of a chore but the payoff looks great. Did the LED side indicators as well...big difference.
Great review, just found your channel. Looking forward to watching all the past and new videos. Also, love your wall! Your wife must really love you.. :)
my 981 s does not have navi but it has BT connection as it is part of the PCM (porsche comunication management) pack that manages all the infotainment in your car. Good job on finding a way to overcome the lack of PCM and sync your phone!
Beautiful car very well done Sir!
Amazing mods!
where did you get the adapter for bluetooth?
Alex Stokes , that's a Griffin BlueTrip. You can get it on Amazon.
Have the same car. Made many of the same mods. Thank you for finding that phone mount, I am going to buy one today.
I've done much the same mods, Other significant upgrades:
Anti-Laser Priority 5 head jammer system combined with Netradar. Best concealed setup for 360 degree protection. I've had Escorts, Valentines, Bel and Stinger. The ALP/Netradar is the absolute best stealth combo on the planet. Is a bit of a challenge to install, but well worth the time. Have to pull the front bumper. I was able to fish the wires to the rear by pulling the tail lights and running the two rear jamers out the license plate lights to either side of the tag. I made a black bracket that mimicked the cutout shape of the bumper to mount them in. They are highly configurable, and can double as parking proximity sensors as well!
Blackview front and rear HD dashcams are unobtrusive and will protect the vehicle on the road or when parked. Well worth the i~$400 nvestment. Be sure and buy it with the power management module to keep from depleting the Porsche battery. This one is a no-brainer. Does a great job. Got them at the Dashcam Store.
You have an "S" so you already had dual exhaust tips. I didn't want to pay Fabspeed $500 for their tips, so I took a chance on some new knock-offs out of Taiwan, and they are fabulous for about $200. Easy installation, excellent quality and fit. Found them on eBay, and they are the X exhaust design so they sound great too.
I have pictures of all of this, and can get links if anyone is interested.
sure, link to your pics... thanks
Like to see some pics. I wanna do some upgrades to make my 981 faster
Hey Vaughn, I have added 7mm front, 15 mm rear spacers to my CS. It gains a more aggressive stance. Now I just need to drop it a little.
I have also added black "Porsche" OEM letters on the rear bumper, where the GT4 has its letters. Looks awesome!
Trucho Nice! I have the PASM suspension which I'm going to keep. Thought about doing the blacked out letters in the back, but haven't added it yet. Sounds nice, thanks for sharing.
@@DriverGuy23 Excellent’
Nice man! You're getting better with the editing. My Cayman is running the Michelin Pilot super sports I haven't felt any other tires but they do feel sticky. On Tuesday I'm doing something that may be questionable to the car but hope it turns out ok! We gotta meet up and drive up highway 1 soon
UCTeeth thanks man, trying to figure out some new content. If you want, just pick a date & we'll meet up for a drive sometime. Perhaps make a combo video. My days off vary, but I can plan ahead with some lead time. Looking forward to seeing what you have planed for your car.
Nice, I will order the phone mount for mine quickly ;-)
Thank you for all those tips, I got the phone holder and sidemarker lights.
Where did you get the phone holder from? still looking, thx
great video and tips..I just got a 2014 cayman comes with nav and rear beep sensors but I want a back up cam ..may be front cam too if possible? Do you have any suggestion how to go about it most cost effective way?
Thanks for your video. I got the phone holder. Excellent addition. Solves the problem in a very neat way.
Eliel, glad to hear. I was actually able to use the phone holder in another vehicle as well due to its unique design. You may as well, just see if it will slide into the trim on any of your other vehicles.
Hi, what is the name of the phone holder?
I like the phone holder.. I had been having hard time for months on this issue.
Thanks for your videos!
I wonder if you have had a chance to drive a GT4? I am wondering if you can modify the suspension of a Cayman S or GTS to be equal or close to a GT4??
Also, in canyon driving how much difference in the
suspension is there between the GT4 and your Cayman's driving experience??
Thanks
just jim
Do you have video on how to upgrade the tail lights?
Very well done and thank you for sharing! I’m wondering if it’s possible to change out the 981 head unit for the new one in the 718? It seems like a logical fit and you instantly get a navigation update and apply car play...
not possible. But if you have base PCM - you just throw it away and install nice Pioneer that has everything and more. Base PCM has NO functionality whatsoever :(
+1. .. Great 981 ideas. .. A big + for Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (2020) 235/35/20"
Good stuff! Purchased almost all the mods. Can you shoot a video on how to replace the conventional tail lights with the GTS?
Artem Fedorov I never got a chance to take video of that procedure. But, it’s really easy. Here’s some documentation on it, www.planet-9.com/981-cayman-and-boxster-modifications/97667-changing-tail-lights-dummies-tutorial.html#/topics/97667
I added the front and rear cargo liners, the floor mats, aluminium look petrol cap, cruise control, aluminium pedals (all original Tequipment). Next up will be programming the rear view mirrors parking feature, which would normally come with the memory package. You can put your phone on the passenger seat, works like a charm for me ;) Edit: omg, I forgot to mention the fucking winter tyres and a set of security wheel bolts.
Grills look great! I need to get with you regarding the Bluetooth attachment, it might be something we can use on another car. Good video.
get newer Griffin iTrip. Works really well
Ok first step for me is to get a 981
Very helpful video. Could you share a link to grill fabrication? What to buy, how to prepare and install?
Thomas Chang for the grill, my friend already made a video. It's the same steps for the 981. Here's the link > czcams.com/video/veGUio2c-fc/video.html
Where can i buy the bluetooth pairing device?
Hi could you please let me know where you bought the phone mount for your 981
I live in UK looked on Amazon EBay & other sites can’t find it
Thanks Steve
Love it stock
Great add on's tks for sharing
Just bought the phone mount for my Cayman S. Thanks for the heads up.
Phone goes in glovebox. Turned off is a nice touch as well. You're driving a car that wakes up at 4K rpm.
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Just bought blue tooth audio hope it works
Any lii ks for that holder plesase
Morning all from the UK. Great video. I’m about to install a DSC unit for the PASM on my GTS. I would be interested if anyone else has installed this and how they found it. The installation looks easy so hopefully it all goes well. Happy to share feedback if anyone is interested.
How are you spelling the phone mount. It sounds like Key Design but internet search doesn’t produce anything. Do you have a web page link.
Thanks man
where do you get this phone mount, I want it
I used the same phone solution for my old bmw. But I'd like to use the android auto feature in my new 981c. Is there anyway to upgrade your radio or switch it for a new one?
MultiSpeede I haven't looked into that, but you would probably have to swap the unit out to use the Android feature.
Where did you get the phone mount
Hey, just picked up a 2016 Cayman S. You published this video about 3 years ago. What would your tire recommendation be now? I won't be tracking the car, but I do drive it very spirited. Want something that wears well, not too noisy and doesn't kick up stuff on the side of the car. Thanks, CJ
theonlywinner thanks for asking. I would still recommend the Michelin Super Sport. It’s the best all around sport tire in my experience.
Like the homemade grills,would like to do that for my 981
Live4drive , Thanks, there are a few grill videos out there, but I may make a how to video in the future. They're easy & low cost.
TheVaughnShow let me throw out another emphatic please do make a video of the grills. I just don't think $350 is a reasonable price to pay. Obviously there is some demand.
Great videos too
Live4drive I never made a video for the install. However, I used this video for my installation. Pretty much the same. czcams.com/video/ipOYjf7920w/video.html
@@DriverGuy23 Do you have the DIY source information on how to make them? Looks like a great winter project for me :)
Picking up my pre-owned 981 Black Edition in 2 days...
hey! happy with it?
Jesper P to give you some feedback... coming from a WRX STI and an S2000 the Cayman is an incredible car on the road and the track. Drop dead reliable and only burned some oil on the track at 100F heat (1qt). I have the 2.7L with 30k miles. Where the other cars felt raw they were clunky and jittery. The Cayman chassis feels like a solid piece of steel with no rattles, makes 100 feel like 50, goes exactly where you point it. It’s an amazing piece of engineering with much more time and effort put into every aspect of the car that you can feel and see. Should age well and retain some of its value in the long run as well. Manual + NA mid engine... where else can you find that for $30ish on the used market!?
lukasz wicher makes 100 feel like 50??... bummer should be the other way round for the fun factor
Any link to that Bluetooth aux unit ?
Very interesting videos you do about Cayman. Congrats!
Please, can you tell me where Can I buy the phone mount you're using?
waiting for your kind answer.
thanks and regards from Spain.
Sorry, already got the link from abouve! thanks for videos.
Rubén Quiroga thanks for watching.
What are the costs for these upgrades-especially the rear taillights.
Thanks,
Eliel Redstone links to all the accessories are in the video description.
Beautiful car. I really like the phone holder that is a got to have item can you send me the link or brand and and model number. I looked at that site but didn’t find it. Thanks
that bluetooth streaming is one I will check out. I am going for a 987.2 (I think, am testing also a 981 this week)
Thank you for the effort with this and your other Cayman videos! Do you still have your 981?
I no longer own the Cayman. I owned a 987.2, 981 & a 718. They were all great cars. If you can afford the maintenance, I highly recommend them.
@@DriverGuy23 I am truly sorry to hear you don’t have one now; your videos are great.
Where did you purchase your phone mount? I would like to get one..
t-design9.com/phone_mount_981.html
Doesn't that phone mount get in the way of the left cup holder?
Steve York well, I never used the cup holder. But, if I needed it, I'd use the right side or move the phone mount above the stereo temporarily so I could access the cup holder while I had a drink.
How does your phone's bluetooth connect to both PCM and your bluetooth auxiliary module concurrently?
Dolphins101 I use the BlueTrip by Griffin. Connects automatically to the music for the iPhone & doesn't interfere with the car's Bluetooth for phone calls. I recommend it.
Use the newer Griffin iTrip. Much better sound than the old BlueTrip.
I ordered the lights for my car before i even owned it. I had them all installed in the first 20, Minutes of ownership
Where did you get the blue trip audio unit
@@grandytchannelg6389 they may not make that any longer, but you can use any Bluetooth adapter.
what's the brand of the phone holder?
John Chen its a T-Design, I placed a link to the mount in the video description above.
nice video, Get the newer itrip it sounds MUCH better than the old Bluetrip. I have both.
Terry Best thanks for the info, I'll check it out ASAP.
no problem. it uses the newer bluetooth standards. the device looks similar to the Bluetrip. it only streams music. no phone calls. I have a 2015 981.😆
TheVaughnShow it's also from Griffin btw
www.amazon.com/Griffin-iTrip-Bluetooth-Bluetooth-Hands-Free/dp/B00NC6LYCM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1493746881&sr=8-2&keywords=itrip+aux
Its sick that Porsche dont give u bluetooth in 79k car and my daily driver toyota ia comes standard with bluetooth smfh
Cool 😎 thank you
What wax do you recommend?
James Lanz, I use Adam's Polishes products. I used the Correcting Polish, followed by Finishing Polish & then finished it off with Adam's Paint Sealant which lasts longer than wax. If you want wax, I would recommend their Americana Wax.
Why do you recommend tint? I actually cant see your tint well.
Carlos Contreras, keeps the heat out.
Where can I buy the cell phone mount?
Check the video description for details.
+1. Nice enhancements. .. Jeez Porsche AG... a sports car at this price level with "optional" Bluetooth,,, damn. .. Thoughtful ideas for this new-to-us MY15 981 Boxster S w/PDK. .. The original owner optioned this Boxster S just shy of $89K. .. The 20-inch Carrera Classic alloys even with PASM makes for a slightly stiff hwy ride during day-long road trips. .. Would 19-inch alloys having an ever so taller sidewall cure this rough ride character? .. An 18-inch alloy wheel aesthetic just wouldn't look the part .... Cheers, M/S
Michael Schneider yes, 19” wheels will definitely help the ride. However, I feel the car rides quite comfortable with 20” wheels.
@@DriverGuy23 .. Good to know from a fellow Porsche owner with a few Cayman's in your past. .. I think we'll follow suit (20") for now as PASM defines the 981 chassis control quite well. .. First things first and that's ditching the original P-Zero's for a nue set of Pilot Sport S4 sneakers.
Thanks for the informative uploads. .. Cheers, M/S
I fully agreed with you upgrades wich made sence. But why did you ordered the rear window heater if you live in California?
Rick2010100 , I purchased the car used. The rear window defroster is a standard feature & actually very useful in the Central Valley where temps get down to the 30's to 40's at night during the winter. Thanks for watching.
I ordered the 991.1 tubo and the rear heataing window was a extra for ca. 270 Bugs. So i knew what i have bouhgt an paid....
Rick2010100 , I buy all my Porsches used. The car is loaded and originally cost over $90k, but I picked it up for only $59k with only 8k miles. I let the previous owner pay for all the extras. The rear defroster is standard for the Cayman, but code 270 for the 981 is only for heated mirrors.
***** Get a good Pgood orsche technican and sell used Porsche´s with warraty it would be a well working business. Even if they top the world-wide ranking list for durability.
I have two 911 (a 991.1 Turbo and 997 C4 cabrio) the 997 still has often a flat battery. My Porsche dealer mostly reloads the battery and gives me a realy nice replacement car for 2-4 days. After the lastflat battery if have been verry disgusted at my Porsche dealer and they decided to replace the conventional battery with a LiIon battery and the problem was solved.
Where did you get the phone mount?
Take a look at the video description, all the details for the mods are listed there.
+ on the Weathertechs
Hi... do you have a link to purchase the phone older ... many thanks
Tom Brogan it’s in the video description above.
@@DriverGuy23 Many thanks - have ordered today
Where did you get the Blue trip Audio divice
It may be difficult to find the Griffin Bluetrip, but they sell many like it on Amazon. Any Bluetooth aux device will work fine.
@@DriverGuy23 i found it on Amazon now the phone if you can and I have the 2014 981
What is the name of your car color?
Revino Theron , Dark Blue Metallic, not a very interesting name, but very pretty. In different light, it can look bright blue, dark blue, & sometimes even a bit of purple.
You mean Michelin PS4s ? Agree PZeros are not the best
There is some difference between the Cayman 981 of the 718. talking aesthetically?
Russel Fernando ???
Can you tell or send me the link on where you got that phone holder?thank you
Ben Contreras the phone mount is listed in the video description.
Drives & Details drives and details
Dear, what I have noticed from the video are no 1-you have replaced the original parts with aftermarket one. no 2- you advise or recommended viewer to change the tyre from Pirelli to michalan witch its completely wrong .i try this with my Porsche dealer and the told me to fix with the recommended tyre or the warranty will be expired.
Your warranty will not be affected by your tire selection. هازم الخوف هازم الخوف
You forgot to mention the Furry Dice to hang from your interior mirror.......oh and don't forget the "Sharon and Dave" windscreen sunstrip.....yeah really tacky!!
Leyton Thomas I think you might be drunk, lmao.
Put your phone in the mount.
The stock tail lights looked better..new one looks tacky
Just put Michelin PS4S on my car............Pirellis aren't even close.
Best addition is a third pedal.
Princess Peach agreed, that's why I have (2) sports cars, the other is a 5 speed.
Illegal lens arent a upgrade.
NeoAndersonReloaded the rear lenses are a factory part and very legal. Available from Suncoast Porsche.
www.suncoastparts.com/product/SKU981CHLF.html
Where do I purchase the phone mount?
John Ayer check the video description details for the phone mount source.