991.2 GT3 - Colours. Spec. Q+A. etc etc..
Discussion
JetTeam, that looks utterly superb. It's a really subtle but effective look and, of course (I am biased) looks great with the retro side stripes.
majordad said:
IMHO Heel and Toe is like doube de clutching, you use it if you need to. Otherwise take it and drive it as it is.
Agree, but of course not everyone can, which is part of the point, the art and enjoyment.crinkleshoes said:
Not quite, his is more expressed as opinion, rather than fact.
His statement that heel/toe is a skill is true, so to say otherwise is stupid... that's correct and factual.
Not everyone is interested in gaining that skill.
I'm happy to admit I suck at heel/toe... but on the other hand... I quite enjoy playing with the slide created in my Caterham when I get it wrong and lockup the rear wheels.
For me, the personal preference with the GT3, is that the latest variant of the GT3 PDK makes me feel like I'm driving a race car every day... and I ****ing love that feeling. A manual... just doesn't do it for me like that.
all my posts are opinions, but I agree if people say there is no extra skill needed to drive a manual, then that is a stupid comment.His statement that heel/toe is a skill is true, so to say otherwise is stupid... that's correct and factual.
Not everyone is interested in gaining that skill.
I'm happy to admit I suck at heel/toe... but on the other hand... I quite enjoy playing with the slide created in my Caterham when I get it wrong and lockup the rear wheels.
For me, the personal preference with the GT3, is that the latest variant of the GT3 PDK makes me feel like I'm driving a race car every day... and I ****ing love that feeling. A manual... just doesn't do it for me like that.
JetTeam said:
First pit stop for some supreme+
Edited by Cheib on Wednesday 18th April 09:26
blackmamba said:
blackmamba said:
neunelfer said:
I have looked through the handbook several times and have yet to come across the instructions regarding running in.
Would someone mind providing the page number or heading?
Copied this from Rennlist, which I have been using.
"There is no break-in requirement for your warranty. The break-in instructions in the manual come under the heading "Hints for best performance" or something like that (I remember the word Hints from my GT4 manual).
I have read several times on Rennlist (don't remember the thread(s)) that every one of the 991.2 GT3 motors is test run on a dyno to redline before delivery now.
All that being true, I still think it is advisable to observe AP's recommended procedure (or something slightly accelerated, ending around 1,300km as he says below):
KM___MAX RPM
0-499___ 5k
500_____5k5
700_____6k
900_____6k5
1100____7k
1300____7k5
1500____8k
1700____8k5
1900____9k
From Rennlist post:
"I videoed AP's presentation, and here is what he said:
“I can only tell you how I personally do it, or how we do it at Weissach – for the first 500 kilometres or 300 miles, we don’t drive that car car ever over 5000 rpm, never. From then on, every 200 kilometres, we up the rpms by 500, so we end up at 1300, 1400 kilometres at the threshold before we can really go full throttle, at 800 or 900 miles”
He then went on that this procedure was really important for the GT3 RS engines given their more "delicate" rings - and how important this break in really is for any of their engines.
Another point - he recommended to realign the car after 1000-1500 miles due to settling - especially since the tires are getting bigger and bigger, and more sensitive to changes. The RS apparently is really sensitive around this."
This seems to be less conservative than the method quoted above.
That looks like the correct transcript from the AP interview. It’s on you tube if you want to see it.Would someone mind providing the page number or heading?
Copied this from Rennlist, which I have been using.
"There is no break-in requirement for your warranty. The break-in instructions in the manual come under the heading "Hints for best performance" or something like that (I remember the word Hints from my GT4 manual).
I have read several times on Rennlist (don't remember the thread(s)) that every one of the 991.2 GT3 motors is test run on a dyno to redline before delivery now.
All that being true, I still think it is advisable to observe AP's recommended procedure (or something slightly accelerated, ending around 1,300km as he says below):
KM___MAX RPM
0-499___ 5k
500_____5k5
700_____6k
900_____6k5
1100____7k
1300____7k5
1500____8k
1700____8k5
1900____9k
From Rennlist post:
"I videoed AP's presentation, and here is what he said:
“I can only tell you how I personally do it, or how we do it at Weissach – for the first 500 kilometres or 300 miles, we don’t drive that car car ever over 5000 rpm, never. From then on, every 200 kilometres, we up the rpms by 500, so we end up at 1300, 1400 kilometres at the threshold before we can really go full throttle, at 800 or 900 miles”
He then went on that this procedure was really important for the GT3 RS engines given their more "delicate" rings - and how important this break in really is for any of their engines.
Another point - he recommended to realign the car after 1000-1500 miles due to settling - especially since the tires are getting bigger and bigger, and more sensitive to changes. The RS apparently is really sensitive around this."
This seems to be less conservative than the method quoted above.
I don’t have the owners manual to hand but there is definitely a section on running in. From what I can remember, it is very generic and is common to all Porsche’s i.e. not GT3 specific and suggests limiting revs for 1800 miles.
Many thanks- now I'm totally confused. Do I listen to AP or the manual? Manual might be super conservative to deter litigation I suspect.
Edited by blackmamba on Tuesday 17th April 21:20
hunter 66 said:
I have noticed that most do not bother with a front numberplate anymore these days , is it OK ( as looks better ) or just Police turning a blind eye ?
All car dealerships theoretically have to issue a front number plate for new vehicles if the car is driven away on the public road. Most are happy if the plate is simply displayed on the top of the dash (bad for the stitched leather though lol) when collecting your new vehicle. This, of course, is often discarded during the drive home on approaching the first forward facing speed 'scamera.'Plod seem increasingly disinterested whether or not there is a front plate and judging by the meteoric rise in the number of hideously butchered illegal vanity chavplates 'gracing' our roads (chav BMW and Audi offenders take note!!...photo below) widely promoted and encouraged by DVLA in the name of lining their coffers this unfortunate 'Council' trend will doubtless continue.
Personally I would not be prepared to give Plod even the slightest excuse to pull me over so have a minimum sized but legal stick on front plate which displays the essential postcode of the supplying OPC.
Edited by av185 on Wednesday 18th April 14:04
Edited by av185 on Wednesday 18th April 14:06
Porsche911R said:
I just got my Porsche Pylon in the post. who says you don't get anything these days for free !
Where are the pics of your car???????You have not posted ANY so its fair to say you dont WANT to post any as that backs up your stance that posting pics of your new car is boring........but I like looking at cars so please post a pic
v8ksn said:
Where are the pics of your car???????
You have not posted ANY so its fair to say you dont WANT to post any as that backs up your stance that posting pics of your new car is boring........but I like looking at cars so please post a pic
I've beginning to wonder if he actually has one You have not posted ANY so its fair to say you dont WANT to post any as that backs up your stance that posting pics of your new car is boring........but I like looking at cars so please post a pic
Sandy59 said:
v8ksn said:
Where are the pics of your car???????
You have not posted ANY so its fair to say you dont WANT to post any as that backs up your stance that posting pics of your new car is boring........but I like looking at cars so please post a pic
I've beginning to wonder if he actually has one You have not posted ANY so its fair to say you dont WANT to post any as that backs up your stance that posting pics of your new car is boring........but I like looking at cars so please post a pic
Double gauche said:
Sandy59 said:
v8ksn said:
Where are the pics of your car???????
You have not posted ANY so its fair to say you dont WANT to post any as that backs up your stance that posting pics of your new car is boring........but I like looking at cars so please post a pic
I've beginning to wonder if he actually has one You have not posted ANY so its fair to say you dont WANT to post any as that backs up your stance that posting pics of your new car is boring........but I like looking at cars so please post a pic
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