| Modifications |
Modifications
Although the Porsche is a damn nice car right out of the box, it is still built to appeal to a relatively large
group of people. Clearly not as large a group as an Accord, or even a Miata, but a lot larger than the group into which I fall -- the group that is constantly in search of the perfect four-wheel drift. As such, certain compromises were made to broaden the car's appeal and consequently dilute its spirit. Compromises geared towards improved ride comfort, lower noise levels, increased longevity, and of course decreased fire-breathing attitude. Well, thank God for the aftermarket!
Suspension
Eibach 250lb front springs, Koni Sport Shocks, Weltmeister adjustable rear ARB, corner balanced, performance alignment.
There are three types of previous owners (PO): good, bad and indifferent. I was fortunate that the Porsche's PO was one of the good ones. He clearly loved the car, taking extraordinary car of it and performing several worthwhile modifications. From the list above, all but the rear sway bar were done under his watch. When I bought the car, it understeered a little too much for my taste, but the rest of the suspension was brilliant. In fact, whenever I drive a stock turbo (including the S) they always feel too soft and turn in too slowly compared to my car. The 250 lb. springs play a huge role here and in my opinion, should have come on the cars from the factory.
Engine
Cyntex chips, 16psi boost, cat-bypass pipe.
group of people. Clearly not as large a group as an Accord, or even a Miata, but a lot larger than the group into which I fall -- the group that is constantly in search of the perfect four-wheel drift. As such, certain compromises were made to broaden the car's appeal and consequently dilute its spirit. Compromises geared towards improved ride comfort, lower noise levels, increased longevity, and of course decreased fire-breathing attitude. Well, thank God for the aftermarket!
Suspension
Eibach 250lb front springs, Koni Sport Shocks, Weltmeister adjustable rear ARB, corner balanced, performance alignment.
There are three types of previous owners (PO): good, bad and indifferent. I was fortunate that the Porsche's PO was one of the good ones. He clearly loved the car, taking extraordinary car of it and performing several worthwhile modifications. From the list above, all but the rear sway bar were done under his watch. When I bought the car, it understeered a little too much for my taste, but the rest of the suspension was brilliant. In fact, whenever I drive a stock turbo (including the S) they always feel too soft and turn in too slowly compared to my car. The 250 lb. springs play a huge role here and in my opinion, should have come on the cars from the factory.
Engine
Cyntex chips, 16psi boost, cat-bypass pipe.
