Discussion
TDT said:
Will be great when we get some more driving impressions from track.
Some aftermarket parts are already starting to surface…
Suspension Secrets have launched their front end camber blocks…
https://suspensionsecrets.co.uk/product/suspension...
Our front camber blocks allow you to increase the negative camber of your 992 GT3 beyond the limited standard camber adjustment. We have spent a lot of time working with the 992 chassis and discovered quickly that the standard camber adjustment offered on the front wheels is not enough if you intend to use your 992 out on track. Therefore, we developed our own solution in house to increase front negative camber up to -3.6 degrees or less to increase tyre life and drastically improve grip levels.
That's interesting .... so camber is limited even on the 992GT3 ... are they saving this for the RS ?Some aftermarket parts are already starting to surface…
Suspension Secrets have launched their front end camber blocks…
https://suspensionsecrets.co.uk/product/suspension...
Our front camber blocks allow you to increase the negative camber of your 992 GT3 beyond the limited standard camber adjustment. We have spent a lot of time working with the 992 chassis and discovered quickly that the standard camber adjustment offered on the front wheels is not enough if you intend to use your 992 out on track. Therefore, we developed our own solution in house to increase front negative camber up to -3.6 degrees or less to increase tyre life and drastically improve grip levels.
ChrisW. said:
That's interesting .... so camber is limited even on the 992GT3 ... are they saving this for the RS ?
They say staying with the eccentric bolts and max allowed shims it doesn’t go very far… far enough in their estimation. So this is like the large LCA inners you would get for previous gen strut based set ups. Physically larger piece provides a larger offset in the first instance and then you can still add recommended number shims and eccentric bolts in addition.
FirstSeaLord said:
Have recently had an allocation confirmed, which will be built as a Touring.
It's my first GT3, which will be for weekend road use much of the year. Current spec is here: http://www.porsche-code.com/PN17SM90
Have I missed anything important?
Still not sure if I need PCCBs, but know that's a long discussed topic on here. Will probably go for a less uncompromising tyre than the Cups, and maybe add the carbon roof, just because it looks the business - but the total price is already getting pretty steep so need to think about it.
I really like it in agate grey with the dark silver wheels, it will look great.It's my first GT3, which will be for weekend road use much of the year. Current spec is here: http://www.porsche-code.com/PN17SM90
Have I missed anything important?
Still not sure if I need PCCBs, but know that's a long discussed topic on here. Will probably go for a less uncompromising tyre than the Cups, and maybe add the carbon roof, just because it looks the business - but the total price is already getting pretty steep so need to think about it.
Re PCCBs, there’ll be many differing opinions but I really like them. I prefer the brake pedal feel.
Modern Michelin Pilot Cups are so good now, even in the wet and cold you can feel the limit of grip really precisely. My previous 991 RS had Dunlop Sport Maxx (2019) and they were truly terrifying in the wet, even if it was warm. I really want to try the Pirelli Corsa as I’ve only had them on a FWD car and really liked them.
IREvans said:
FirstSeaLord said:
Have recently had an allocation confirmed, which will be built as a Touring.
It's my first GT3, which will be for weekend road use much of the year. Current spec is here: http://www.porsche-code.com/PN17SM90
Have I missed anything important?
Still not sure if I need PCCBs, but know that's a long discussed topic on here. Will probably go for a less uncompromising tyre than the Cups, and maybe add the carbon roof, just because it looks the business - but the total price is already getting pretty steep so need to think about it.
I really like it in agate grey with the dark silver wheels, it will look great.It's my first GT3, which will be for weekend road use much of the year. Current spec is here: http://www.porsche-code.com/PN17SM90
Have I missed anything important?
Still not sure if I need PCCBs, but know that's a long discussed topic on here. Will probably go for a less uncompromising tyre than the Cups, and maybe add the carbon roof, just because it looks the business - but the total price is already getting pretty steep so need to think about it.
Re PCCBs, there’ll be many differing opinions but I really like them. I prefer the brake pedal feel.
Modern Michelin Pilot Cups are so good now, even in the wet and cold you can feel the limit of grip really precisely. My previous 991 RS had Dunlop Sport Maxx (2019) and they were truly terrifying in the wet, even if it was warm. I really want to try the Pirelli Corsa as I’ve only had them on a FWD car and really liked them.
Re tyres. I see videos like this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzCODtQkd2g (see 6:40)
I didn't mind that happening in my 997, but suspect things happen faster / harder / and therefore more expenively in a GT3, but will give the above some thought.
Re the other feedback - thanks - really appreciate it.
Buckets. Will go and sit in some when next in the dealers.
Gearbox. I live in London so despite the easy clutch of the manual, PDK is just easier, and I'll do manual shifting via the lever when I get out of town. Not the same as an actual manual but look forward to it anyway.
Calipers. If I go steel they'll definitely be black, and maybe if I go PCCB as well. Think the size of the PCCB calipers is exaggerated on the configurater vs real life as far as I can see, so if yellow they won't be quite so in ones face.
FirstSeaLord said:
Thanks, and thanks for all the other points of view.
Re tyres. I see videos like this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzCODtQkd2g (see 6:40)
I didn't mind that happening in my 997, but suspect things happen faster / harder / and therefore more expenively in a GT3, but will give the above some thought.
Re the other feedback - thanks - really appreciate it.
Buckets. Will go and sit in some when next in the dealers.
Gearbox. I live in London so despite the easy clutch of the manual, PDK is just easier, and I'll do manual shifting via the lever when I get out of town. Not the same as an actual manual but look forward to it anyway.
Calipers. If I go steel they'll definitely be black, and maybe if I go PCCB as well. Think the size of the PCCB calipers is exaggerated on the configurater vs real life as far as I can see, so if yellow they won't be quite so in ones face.
Congrats on your allocation, will be mega as is the PDK.Re tyres. I see videos like this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzCODtQkd2g (see 6:40)
I didn't mind that happening in my 997, but suspect things happen faster / harder / and therefore more expenively in a GT3, but will give the above some thought.
Re the other feedback - thanks - really appreciate it.
Buckets. Will go and sit in some when next in the dealers.
Gearbox. I live in London so despite the easy clutch of the manual, PDK is just easier, and I'll do manual shifting via the lever when I get out of town. Not the same as an actual manual but look forward to it anyway.
Calipers. If I go steel they'll definitely be black, and maybe if I go PCCB as well. Think the size of the PCCB calipers is exaggerated on the configurater vs real life as far as I can see, so if yellow they won't be quite so in ones face.
I fully agree with IREvans on the Cups, if the car arrives with them then give them a go, you will be surprised and as it will be your weekend car, will you be taking it out in the wet. Exhaust layout bangs the heat into the rears very quickly.
FirstSeaLord said:
Thanks, and thanks for all the other points of view.
Re tyres. I see videos like this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzCODtQkd2g (see 6:40)
I didn't mind that happening in my 997, but suspect things happen faster / harder / and therefore more expenively in a GT3, but will give the above some thought.
Re the other feedback - thanks - really appreciate it.
Buckets. Will go and sit in some when next in the dealers.
Gearbox. I live in London so despite the easy clutch of the manual, PDK is just easier, and I'll do manual shifting via the lever when I get out of town. Not the same as an actual manual but look forward to it anyway.
Calipers. If I go steel they'll definitely be black, and maybe if I go PCCB as well. Think the size of the PCCB calipers is exaggerated on the configurater vs real life as far as I can see, so if yellow they won't be quite so in ones face.
Re bucket seats - I’ve done all day trips in mine, and they are so comfortable, I’ve never wished I’d chosen a different seat. The option of fitting an aftermarket seat centre in the bucket seat is also a factor for many. The pepita seat centres look great and are widely available.Re tyres. I see videos like this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzCODtQkd2g (see 6:40)
I didn't mind that happening in my 997, but suspect things happen faster / harder / and therefore more expenively in a GT3, but will give the above some thought.
Re the other feedback - thanks - really appreciate it.
Buckets. Will go and sit in some when next in the dealers.
Gearbox. I live in London so despite the easy clutch of the manual, PDK is just easier, and I'll do manual shifting via the lever when I get out of town. Not the same as an actual manual but look forward to it anyway.
Calipers. If I go steel they'll definitely be black, and maybe if I go PCCB as well. Think the size of the PCCB calipers is exaggerated on the configurater vs real life as far as I can see, so if yellow they won't be quite so in ones face.
I’ve got black PCCB calipers on mine, and ignoring the fact that they stop better and have a better pedal feel (to me) over a steel disc, they do look great. The 8 piston front caliper is enormous, and there’s barely any clearance between the edge of the caliper and the wheel rim.
IREvans said:
Re bucket seats - I’ve done all day trips in mine, and they are so comfortable, I’ve never wished I’d chosen a different seat. The option of fitting an aftermarket seat centre in the bucket seat is also a factor for many. The pepita seat centres look great and are widely available.
I’ve got black PCCB calipers on mine, and ignoring the fact that they stop better and have a better pedal feel (to me) over a steel disc, they do look great. The 8 piston front caliper is enormous, and there’s barely any clearance between the edge of the caliper and the wheel rim.
I’m pretty sure there 6 piston callipers, or I’m I wrong 🤔 I’ve got black PCCB calipers on mine, and ignoring the fact that they stop better and have a better pedal feel (to me) over a steel disc, they do look great. The 8 piston front caliper is enormous, and there’s barely any clearance between the edge of the caliper and the wheel rim.
From the 992 GT3 configurator.
“Braking system with carbon-fibre reinforced ceramic composite brake discs, internally vented and cross-drilled, disc diameter: 410mm at front and 390mm at rear. Six-piston aluminium brake calipers on the front axle and four-piston aluminium brake calipers on the rear axle, lightweight brake disc chambers in aluminium front and rear, calipers in Yellow”
“Braking system with carbon-fibre reinforced ceramic composite brake discs, internally vented and cross-drilled, disc diameter: 410mm at front and 390mm at rear. Six-piston aluminium brake calipers on the front axle and four-piston aluminium brake calipers on the rear axle, lightweight brake disc chambers in aluminium front and rear, calipers in Yellow”
paralla said:
From the 992 GT3 configurator.
“Braking system with carbon-fibre reinforced ceramic composite brake discs, internally vented and cross-drilled, disc diameter: 410mm at front and 390mm at rear. Six-piston aluminium brake calipers on the front axle and four-piston aluminium brake calipers on the rear axle, lightweight brake disc chambers in aluminium front and rear, calipers in Yellow”
10-piston on the (much heavier) Turbo S!“Braking system with carbon-fibre reinforced ceramic composite brake discs, internally vented and cross-drilled, disc diameter: 410mm at front and 390mm at rear. Six-piston aluminium brake calipers on the front axle and four-piston aluminium brake calipers on the rear axle, lightweight brake disc chambers in aluminium front and rear, calipers in Yellow”
Does anyone have any experience of the customised / printed seat inserts?
Edited by Sport_Turismo_GTS on Sunday 16th January 21:00
Have we had this Savagegeese 992 GT3 video yet? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TF7jDHIAfL8
Actually, for detail geeks, a pretty good piece and has some decent access to factory info and insiders too.
Actually, for detail geeks, a pretty good piece and has some decent access to factory info and insiders too.
Digga said:
Have we had this Savagegeese 992 GT3 video yet?
Actually, for detail geeks, a pretty good piece and has some decent access to factory info and insiders too.
Yep it’s pretty good. Actually, for detail geeks, a pretty good piece and has some decent access to factory info and insiders too.
They just dropped one last week on 991.x GT3 (covering both gen), which i particularly enjoyed as I’m eyeing the market… some useful perspective, notably on gearbox choice and accessibility of performance.
Food for thought.
Edited by TDT on Monday 17th January 11:55
FirstSeaLord said:
Re tyres. I see videos like this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzCODtQkd2g (see 6:40)
I didn't mind that happening in my 997, but suspect things happen faster / harder / and therefore more expenively in a GT3, but will give the above some thought.
exaggerated on the configurater vs real life as far as I can see, so if yellow they won't be quite so in ones face.
I think that sort of thing is a) linked to how you drive it in the prevailing conditions and b) part and parcel of a GT3 experience. Otherwise you may as well have a 4S or Turbo with 4WD!I didn't mind that happening in my 997, but suspect things happen faster / harder / and therefore more expenively in a GT3, but will give the above some thought.
exaggerated on the configurater vs real life as far as I can see, so if yellow they won't be quite so in ones face.
Sport_Turismo_GTS said:
FirstSeaLord said:
Re tyres. I see videos like this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzCODtQkd2g (see 6:40)
I didn't mind that happening in my 997, but suspect things happen faster / harder / and therefore more expenively in a GT3, but will give the above some thought.
exaggerated on the configurater vs real life as far as I can see, so if yellow they won't be quite so in ones face.
I think that sort of thing is a) linked to how you drive it in the prevailing conditions and b) part and parcel of a GT3 experience. Otherwise you may as well have a 4S or Turbo with 4WD!I didn't mind that happening in my 997, but suspect things happen faster / harder / and therefore more expenively in a GT3, but will give the above some thought.
exaggerated on the configurater vs real life as far as I can see, so if yellow they won't be quite so in ones face.
11 cars now up for sale on AT, and I know Ashgoods have just bought one on CC. So that’s at least 12 on the market. How many UK cars have been delivered do we think?
Can the £250k prices last? Are they really selling at that money?
I’m following with interest. When do the first UK Tourings get delivered?
Can the £250k prices last? Are they really selling at that money?
I’m following with interest. When do the first UK Tourings get delivered?
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