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ATM said:
Has sat around for a while. There's another he's had for a while which also "sold" by auction but was then relisted.
watercooled said:
ATM said:
N rated madness is only relevant to Porsche warranty. Otherwise a tyre is a tyre is a tyre.
N-rated tyres are actually tested on the models they are rated for. In my opinion, this way you get a tyre which is guaranteed to work with your car. I wouldn't call this madness, but I don't really care what tyres you put on your car either...
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I dont think people like these sorts of mods so much to do them themself generally. They get a lot of response and praise as they are easy to see. I've done plenty of mods on my car but you can't see them. You can't post a comment if you can't see what's going on 
Improvements, mounts and arms upgraded, new suspension all of which is pretty invisible. Also the fact the car has been for sale for some time and nobody seems to want to buy it speaks volumes. It just goes to show that the main priority for most is a solid mechanical car. As long as the cosmetics are a 7/10 they won't matter too much.
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O.K., that makes sense.anonymous said:
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Well, I think more of tried as in driven one after the other, on the same car, same track and under identical weather conditions. To get meaningful comparison, arrive at a conclusion and recommend tires, which work with the cars they've been tested on, under most conditions and for most drivers. I like these kinds of recommendations; they save me a lot of time testing and a hell of a lot of money.However, I do understand that a tire that merely works most of the time is not enough for a really inspired sporting driver.
Edited by watercooled on Monday 27th August 19:32
snotrag said:
Yokohama Advan 105 on my 2.7 are performing better than the 'N' rated Pilot Sport 2s that preceded them. That's what ~10 years of tyre development gets you!
I would have gone Pilot Sport 4 but they weren't available in the requisite sizes.
You must be on 17 then. I'm wandering what to put on the 17 on my 996. I've got some tired n3 on there now. To be honest there is so much grip on tired tyres I can't imagine why I need new tyres. I suppose while they have tread I'll keep using them.I would have gone Pilot Sport 4 but they weren't available in the requisite sizes.
Yep, I'm considering buying and fitting some of the stock 16s with some quality 'touring' type tyres for that very reason. It's a shame the 16" Boxster wheels, fronts in particular look so rubbish.
Digressing - having already done the front engine moubbtt, I'm pretty convinced that my transmission mounts are both shot at 136k. There's witness marks on the engine lid from the engine movement (airbox and shift cables) and it can't be helping the appalling gearshift. No marks from fluid leaks on the mounts but its probably long gone...
I reckon the whole lot is sagging too, What do you reckon?
Digressing - having already done the front engine moubbtt, I'm pretty convinced that my transmission mounts are both shot at 136k. There's witness marks on the engine lid from the engine movement (airbox and shift cables) and it can't be helping the appalling gearshift. No marks from fluid leaks on the mounts but its probably long gone...
I reckon the whole lot is sagging too, What do you reckon?
The shifter cables just sit on top of the engine and do press agaisnt the engine cover, you'd think Porsche would have come up with a neater solution but I guess it's not often if at all you'll see it.
The rear mounts don't wear anywhere near as quickly as the front engine mount. I've seen a few sets that have done 100k and they were all fine. You can probably get a pry bar in and see the condition.
The rear mounts don't wear anywhere near as quickly as the front engine mount. I've seen a few sets that have done 100k and they were all fine. You can probably get a pry bar in and see the condition.
snotrag said:
Yep, I'm considering buying and fitting some of the stock 16s with some quality 'touring' type tyres for that very reason. It's a shame the 16" Boxster wheels, fronts in particular look so rubbish.
Digressing - having already done the front engine moubbtt, I'm pretty convinced that my transmission mounts are both shot at 136k. There's witness marks on the engine lid from the engine movement (airbox and shift cables) and it can't be helping the appalling gearshift. No marks from fluid leaks on the mounts but its probably long gone...
I reckon the whole lot is sagging too, What do you reckon?
Gearbox mounts will undoubtedly be worn. I had the old ones out and you can wiggle the stud. They weren't badly or obviously leaky. New refurbed originals with poly used. Digressing - having already done the front engine moubbtt, I'm pretty convinced that my transmission mounts are both shot at 136k. There's witness marks on the engine lid from the engine movement (airbox and shift cables) and it can't be helping the appalling gearshift. No marks from fluid leaks on the mounts but its probably long gone...
I reckon the whole lot is sagging too, What do you reckon?
watercooled said:
Well, I think more of tried as in driven one after the other, on the same car, same track and under identical weather conditions. To get meaningful comparison, arrive at a conclusion and recommend tires, which work with the cars they've been tested on, under most conditions and for most drivers. I like these kinds of recommendations; they save me a lot of time testing and a hell of a lot of money.
However, I do understand that a tire that merely works most of the time is not enough for a really inspired sporting driver.
Good luck finding that outside of a sponsored magazine tyre test which in itself has dubious impartiality. A short tyre test also has its own potential flaws. However, I do understand that a tire that merely works most of the time is not enough for a really inspired sporting driver.
Edited by watercooled on Monday 27th August 19:32
Run Kumho KU39 on my 996 after a few different ages and depth pirelli, continental, bridgstone n rated part worns (on alloys already when I was in the wheel swapping phase).
No complaints at all.
I will try the Kumho PS91 next, clearly designed for a 911 e.g. http://www.ecstaps91.com.au/ and https://kumhotyre.co.uk/kumho-news/new-super-tyre-...
No complaints at all.
I will try the Kumho PS91 next, clearly designed for a 911 e.g. http://www.ecstaps91.com.au/ and https://kumhotyre.co.uk/kumho-news/new-super-tyre-...
Edited by was8v on Tuesday 28th August 09:35
Edited by was8v on Tuesday 28th August 09:35
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Interesting, perhaps I should be giving the Yokos a try. I always find it a little tricky to judge differences as I tend to be going from rather worn tyres to brand spanking new ones. I remember moving onto the GY rears at lunchtime on an experience limits day and they were a huge improvement...jmsgld said:
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Interesting, perhaps I should be giving the Yokos a try. I always find it a little tricky to judge differences as I tend to be going from rather worn tyres to brand spanking new ones. I remember moving onto the GY rears at lunchtime on an experience limits day and they were a huge improvement...Gassing Station | Porsche General | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff