718 folk's exit?
03-17-2018, 01:45 PM
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718 folk's exit?
A couple weeks ago I read a thread complaining about the treatment of the 718 buyers here on our combined 987f/981/718 thread. A couple weeks later they have their own thread. I just want to say I hope that there is still constant cross conversation between the threads.
03-17-2018, 01:58 PM
#2
Nordschleife Master
What are they going to do when the 982 GT4 and Spyder debuts with a NA6... where do they go? And why isn’t the 987 and 981 separated? There is more difference between those than the 982 and 981.
03-17-2018, 02:44 PM
#3
Originally Posted by jeanrabelais
A couple weeks ago I read a thread complaining about the treatment of the 718 buyers here on our combined 987f/981/718 thread. A couple weeks later they have their own thread. I just want to say I hope that there is still constant cross conversation between the threads.
Didn't go so well the last time.
03-17-2018, 03:26 PM
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Much better having them separated and I am shocked that Rennlist actually followed through and did something about it.
I’m sure the next generation mid engine turbo will get lopped into the same 718 forum also as they will have their similarities.
I’m sure the next generation mid engine turbo will get lopped into the same 718 forum also as they will have their similarities.
03-17-2018, 11:18 PM
#5
Racer
I didn't feel that there was much acrimony here, just a lot of threads that didn't interest me. As I drive a 718 I do appreciate a focussed discussion--especially if it's something that MAY interest me because it's about my car. At the same time I'm happy to participate in any thread that seems to relate to my interests and will keep checking here.
It is nice to have rennlist respond positively.
It is nice to have rennlist respond positively.
03-17-2018, 11:28 PM
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It's pretty simple as I see it: The new Spyder is a 718/982 gen car irrespective of whether it is turbo or NA. From this point on, logic dictates that any and all discussions about the next gen Spyder be posted on the new 718 forum and any of the great existing threads on this forum relative to the 718/982 Spyder (many of which you started
) be transferred over to the new forum. To post about the upcoming 718/982 Spyder here in this 987/981 forum is technically OT now that we have a 718 forum, no?What am I missing? I guess I'm in the minority. I enjoyed getting my 987/981/718 fix all in one forum, in addition to ALL news Spyder-related.
As indicated above, all the great discussion and threads here on this forum relative to the 718/982 Spyder will be, or should be, moved over to the new 718 forum. It only makes sense as the new Spyder will still be a 718/982 gen car no matter how you slice it.
Not sure how you guys will like having to monitor two forums and toggle back and forth to keep up on all the latest developments on the new car while still following along on 987/981 Spyder items of interest. I'm guessing some/many will come to lament the splitting of the forums and will pine for the convenience of the good 'ole days (i.e. last week!) when this forum was a one-stop-shop for everything Spyder-related, from 987 to 981 to 982.
Spyder folks, be careful what you wish for!
03-18-2018, 12:06 AM
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Burning Brakes
Depends on how you look at it. The 986, 987 and 981 were evolutionary of the same basic concept even though the Cayman came later. The 987 and 981 share the distinction of being 2 models where Porsche intentionally muted the performance to ensure they stayed subordinate to the 911. While the 982 could have easily been a 981.2 had Porsche elected to continue with flat 6, they didn't and the rest is history. But I agree the different generations could have their own forums easily enough. It's a small community so having the Boxster and Cayman in one forum helps keep dialogue going. Plus for the most part people have happy for each other no matter what they own or like. For me it works out well as I'm a huge fan of the 987 and 981 but not so much the 986 and 982. I appreciate those 2 but aren't interested in them. Getting on in years I can see why the 986 benefits from being separated. It's going to be a classic soon enough. I didn't mind when the 982 was part of this forum but as stated it was failed experiment.
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03-18-2018, 12:39 AM
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Nordschleife Master
Put it this way... from a parts POV, there are more shared parts between the 981 and 982 than the 981 and the 987.
Im not starting another endless arguement how the 982/718 is not a facelift... although it is
I can say that now, right? Since they left the building. Just kidding.
Im not starting another endless arguement how the 982/718 is not a facelift... although it is
I can say that now, right? Since they left the building. Just kidding.
03-18-2018, 12:45 AM
#9
Nordschleife Master
+1
It's pretty simple as I see it: The new Spyder is a 718/982 gen car irrespective of whether it is turbo or NA. From this point on, logic dictates that any and all discussions about the next gen Spyder be posted on the new 718 forum and any of the great existing threads on this forum relative to the 718/982 Spyder (many of which you started) be transferred over to the new forum. To post about the upcoming 718/982 Spyder here in this 987/981 forum is technically OT now that we have a 718 forum, no?
As indicated above, all the great discussion and threads here on this forum relative to the 718/982 Spyder will be, or should be, moved over to the new 718 forum. It only makes sense as the new Spyder will still be a 718/982 gen car no matter how you slice it.
It's pretty simple as I see it: The new Spyder is a 718/982 gen car irrespective of whether it is turbo or NA. From this point on, logic dictates that any and all discussions about the next gen Spyder be posted on the new 718 forum and any of the great existing threads on this forum relative to the 718/982 Spyder (many of which you started
) be transferred over to the new forum. To post about the upcoming 718/982 Spyder here in this 987/981 forum is technically OT now that we have a 718 forum, no?As indicated above, all the great discussion and threads here on this forum relative to the 718/982 Spyder will be, or should be, moved over to the new 718 forum. It only makes sense as the new Spyder will still be a 718/982 gen car no matter how you slice it.
03-18-2018, 01:32 AM
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To me one of the primary purposes of a forum is to share questions, issues and discuss aftermarket parts for a given model. The 718 has a completely different engine and transmission than the cars that came before it and there is very little overlap mechanically. At least with the 987.2 and 981 the engines are identical except for the Spyder. So oil discussions, mechanical issues do have some overlap.
03-18-2018, 02:31 AM
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Burning Brakes
To me one of the primary purposes of a forum is to share questions, issues and discuss aftermarket parts for a given model. The 718 has a completely different engine and transmission than the cars that came before it and there is very little overlap mechanically. At least with the 987.2 and 981 the engines are identical except for the Spyder. So oil discussions, mechanical issues do have some overlap.
