Repop Fuchs: Which ones for an 89 930?
05-11-2017, 09:35 AM
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I bought the Pirelli P Zero's because they were available on tire rack. I probably won't have to replace the tires on that car for a long long long time. Pops only really drives it during the spring, fall, and winter, and only when it isn't raining.
From my tire rack order here in the US:
205/55ZR-16 Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R N0(Porsche)
2 In Stock $180.00 $360.00
245/45ZR-16 Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R N0(Porsche)
2 In Stock $205.00 $410.00
From my tire rack order here in the US:
205/55ZR-16 Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R N0(Porsche)
2 In Stock $180.00 $360.00
245/45ZR-16 Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R N0(Porsche)
2 In Stock $205.00 $410.00
Maybe the sidewall bulge is better suited visually to 205s in the front when the set up is staggered?
Jase.
05-11-2017, 10:03 PM
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I just bought what was originally on the car. With the manual steering, and my dad getting up there, any additional tire width isn't a great idea. That is why I did not bother with the 8s. Muscling that car out of our driveway isn't all that much fun for him.
05-12-2017, 12:33 AM
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I don't think you would. I have a metric TON of miles in the 930 around Sebring (and a few other places) when it wasn't nearly worth what it is now (mostly between 2000-2007). I never once had an issue with grip at the front with the 7s with the 205s (back then they were Khumos, maybe R888).
The last time the real fuchs were on the 930 was the last time it was on track - 48 hours of Sebring advanced solo DE in 2007. That was silly. I was out there as the only idiot without a cage or a 5 point harness -- all stock. I also corded, as in the radial is poking through, 2 of the 4 tires. I confirmed that last weekend at home. To be young with a Dad that likes taking photos....
The last time the real fuchs were on the 930 was the last time it was on track - 48 hours of Sebring advanced solo DE in 2007. That was silly. I was out there as the only idiot without a cage or a 5 point harness -- all stock. I also corded, as in the radial is poking through, 2 of the 4 tires. I confirmed that last weekend at home. To be young with a Dad that likes taking photos....
05-13-2017, 06:27 PM
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Time for your next excuse....
https://www.suncoastparts.com/product/SKUFUCHS159.html
05-13-2017, 10:59 PM
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Hrmmm, I said that because I had the page bookmarked here:
https://www.suncoastparts.com/product/SKUFUCHS169.html
So maybe they changed their site. But at the time I recall doing a quick search for 16x9s and I couldn't see anything past the 16x8s.
But no matter... I don't see why I need an excuse, I am happy as hell with the money I just saved.
https://www.suncoastparts.com/product/SKUFUCHS169.html
So maybe they changed their site. But at the time I recall doing a quick search for 16x9s and I couldn't see anything past the 16x8s.
But no matter... I don't see why I need an excuse, I am happy as hell with the money I just saved.
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05-13-2017, 11:00 PM
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I see 16x9 right on the website.
Time for your next excuse....
https://www.suncoastparts.com/product/SKUFUCHS159.html
Time for your next excuse....
https://www.suncoastparts.com/product/SKUFUCHS159.html
05-13-2017, 11:09 PM
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I don't think you would. I have a metric TON of miles in the 930 around Sebring (and a few other places) when it wasn't nearly worth what it is now (mostly between 2000-2007). I never once had an issue with grip at the front with the 7s with the 205s (back then they were Khumos, maybe R888).
The last time the real fuchs were on the 930 was the last time it was on track - 48 hours of Sebring advanced solo DE in 2007. That was silly. I was out there as the only idiot without a cage or a 5 point harness -- all stock. I also corded, as in the radial is poking through, 2 of the 4 tires. I confirmed that last weekend at home. To be young with a Dad that likes taking photos....
The last time the real fuchs were on the 930 was the last time it was on track - 48 hours of Sebring advanced solo DE in 2007. That was silly. I was out there as the only idiot without a cage or a 5 point harness -- all stock. I also corded, as in the radial is poking through, 2 of the 4 tires. I confirmed that last weekend at home. To be young with a Dad that likes taking photos....
Thanks for the help. I think I'll go with the 205s.
I just bumped into a guy today that just rebuilt an '86 black on black 930. It was stunning! He has aftermarket rims with 245s up front and 315s on the back! Pushing the envelope maybe.... but damn, did it look nasty!
Jase.
05-13-2017, 11:59 PM
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There has to be a reason the factory went with the smaller tire on the front. I wouldn't want to muscle the car around on 245s in the front at low speeds for a street car, that would be a pain in the ***. Yes, indeed, lots of memories. At some point around 2003 or 2004 (I think) we had a collapsed cat or something to that effect (was actually at Sebring when that happened, bummer). So, we installed a billy boat exhaust to fix that problem. So, it makes a little more horsepower than stock.
In the stupid days I described before, when that photo was taken, I recall tickling like 145+ entering 17 at Sebring (but going way way too deep). Amazingly capable cars in near factory form.
In the stupid days I described before, when that photo was taken, I recall tickling like 145+ entering 17 at Sebring (but going way way too deep). Amazingly capable cars in near factory form.
05-14-2017, 01:25 AM
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I don't think you would. I have a metric TON of miles in the 930 around Sebring (and a few other places) when it wasn't nearly worth what it is now (mostly between 2000-2007). I never once had an issue with grip at the front with the 7s with the 205s (back then they were Khumos, maybe R888).
The last time the real fuchs were on the 930 was the last time it was on track - 48 hours of Sebring advanced solo DE in 2007. That was silly. I was out there as the only idiot without a cage or a 5 point harness -- all stock. I also corded, as in the radial is poking through, 2 of the 4 tires. I confirmed that last weekend at home. To be young with a Dad that likes taking photos....
The last time the real fuchs were on the 930 was the last time it was on track - 48 hours of Sebring advanced solo DE in 2007. That was silly. I was out there as the only idiot without a cage or a 5 point harness -- all stock. I also corded, as in the radial is poking through, 2 of the 4 tires. I confirmed that last weekend at home. To be young with a Dad that likes taking photos....
05-14-2017, 02:22 AM
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05-14-2017, 02:25 AM
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It is all about contact patch. On a non-street car, I could see more contact patch up front, but with the manual steering a bigger patch is a pain in the ***.
05-14-2017, 10:59 AM
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Made a new strut brace yesterday that is almost 4 lbs lighter than the Weltmeister it is replacing. Now to figure out triangulation.
05-18-2017, 11:01 PM
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Maxilite repro fuchs
The wheels arrived today. I thought I would post some pics for anyone that is trying to make a decision. Essentially, they look amazing, and don't feel particularly heavy. They seem to be cast, as the fuchs flower is thicker than original fuchs at the back side. Especially the 16x7. Quite a lot of material there...
The other thing I noticed, is although the silver anodized part of the rim is smooth, it's actually made up of fine lines. Almost like the metal was machined and then clear coated. I have never seen mint condition original fuchs, and I am not sure if they have this finish. I thought I might add this detail for anyone that wants something resembling a perfect original rim.
Overall, I am very happy with the look. I like the traditional lip, and the petals are nicely curved like the originals. I found a lot of the repros have much "sharper" looking curves that just doesn't work for my liking. This winter I'll be sending my 16x7 square set up to get the silver anodized petal style so I have a different outfit
Jase.
The other thing I noticed, is although the silver anodized part of the rim is smooth, it's actually made up of fine lines. Almost like the metal was machined and then clear coated. I have never seen mint condition original fuchs, and I am not sure if they have this finish. I thought I might add this detail for anyone that wants something resembling a perfect original rim.
Overall, I am very happy with the look. I like the traditional lip, and the petals are nicely curved like the originals. I found a lot of the repros have much "sharper" looking curves that just doesn't work for my liking. This winter I'll be sending my 16x7 square set up to get the silver anodized petal style so I have a different outfit
Jase.
Last edited by Jherriott; 05-25-2017 at 02:31 AM.