New X73 Suspension option for 996 TT

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Porsche are now offering this option on all '04 spec Turbos -

Sports suspension (- 20 mm) X73 £ 1,347.73

Ride height lowered by 20 mm. Stiffer springs, shock absorbers and anti-roll bars. Caution: substantially reduced ground clearance and entry angle to gradients.

My X50 isn't due until March, but I called my dealer today to add this new option. The stock TT feels a little "soft" compared to my Sports suspension (-10mm) equipped C4. Now I'm happy

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Fair comment dazren, but according to this thread - http://forums.rennlist.com/rennforums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=79752&highlight=X73 the X73 option is still 5-8mm higher than the GT2. I was planning to go for Techart suspension prior to seeing this option as I prefer a firmer ride. Tech9 quoted me approx £2K for this.

Also, I noticed that some TT's do not have rolled arches whereas my C4 that was ordered with sports suspension and 18" Turbo II wheels does. I was told that arches are rolled when these options are specified from new,

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Run your finger inside your wheelarches towards the top. Is there a flat section that follows the curve of the arch or is the edge rolled inwards to allow more clearance? The GT2's arches are rolled, presumably due to lower ride height and wider rear wheels/tyres.

>> Edited by Spie on Thursday 28th August 22:30