Just bought a used 981 CS! Advice for track season??
03-12-2019, 05:47 PM
#16
Also, any recommendations on where to get 18inch wheels? I think I missed some group buying opportunities - but ideally would like to get into something less expensive, track ready and attractive (asking for a lot...I know)
03-12-2019, 06:20 PM
#17
Rennlist Member
I'd look for used ones on here if you can be patient. If not, there are plenty of options out there. OZ, Apex, Forgestar, and on and on.
03-12-2019, 06:48 PM
#18
Lots of folks that I track with use OZ racing wheels. I’ve had good luck with mine and not too pricey. You can buy the wheels, tires already mounted, and tire pressure sensors from TireRack. Typically very quick service if the tires are in stock.
03-12-2019, 07:05 PM
#19
Three Wheelin'
I've been tracking a 987.2CS for 3 years and 2 of my close friends track 981 CS.
My suggestions are
RS29 pads front and rear
Fresh rotors (if you buy from FCPEuro every replacement set is free after the first set)
Castrol SRF brake fluid (don't waste time or money with RBF or others)
Caliper Stud Kit (especially if you are going to change pads back and forth between track and street)
Motive Powerbleeder
Torque wrench and socket(s)
Compact jack (the harbor freight aluminum race jack 1.5 ton is decent)
Jack stands. Jackpoint or Rennstand
Max negative camber alignment with your current setup.
Non asymmetrical tires so you can flip on rims and maximize wear (you will murder the outside shoulders until you get the suspension modded so you can
After that I would go all safety gear. Seats, belts, harness bar or bolt in cage, etc.
Track insurance. This is a must for aluminum framed cars in IMHO.
My suggestions are
RS29 pads front and rear
Fresh rotors (if you buy from FCPEuro every replacement set is free after the first set)
Castrol SRF brake fluid (don't waste time or money with RBF or others)
Caliper Stud Kit (especially if you are going to change pads back and forth between track and street)
Motive Powerbleeder
Torque wrench and socket(s)
Compact jack (the harbor freight aluminum race jack 1.5 ton is decent)
Jack stands. Jackpoint or Rennstand
Max negative camber alignment with your current setup.
Non asymmetrical tires so you can flip on rims and maximize wear (you will murder the outside shoulders until you get the suspension modded so you can
After that I would go all safety gear. Seats, belts, harness bar or bolt in cage, etc.
Track insurance. This is a must for aluminum framed cars in IMHO.
09 Boxster PDK w/Sport/Sport+
03-12-2019, 09:15 PM
#20
Go for the 2 ton HF aluminum racing jack. 1.5 ton jack has narrow front wheel and fell over on me and bent the jack up on a moderate 3 degree incline. Wider wheels and stronger frame of the 2 ton is much better/safer.
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03-12-2019, 09:49 PM
#21
Rennlist Member
The 981 CS stock with good tires, is a dream car to drive and track - as all of its components are so well balanced and matched together. If I had to mod something, I would follow the path that Porsche followed to upgrade it. For the GTS, they added a center radiator for extra cooling, and a tune to give it more air intake. For the GT4, they brought in more power, bigger brakes, more cooling,adjustable (front) suspension, and rev matching. For me, most every mod, has an offsetting negative effect that takes the car out of balance, that will need a further mod. ie: Bring on more power from exhaust and tune, you better up your brake system and so on. The stock car is perfectly matched and balanced with just enough power, just enough brakes, and just enough cooling. Mod slowly. And think of durability ahead of speed. Sticky tires give you all the speed you want.
03-16-2019, 02:21 PM
#23
Three Wheelin'
I think 987.2 is the way to go. Many factory instituted upgrades/improvements. Active market of good used track mods (cages, seats, LCA's, etc). Many more repair options in event of a crash because of the steel chassis and frame.
981 - I recently bought a 981 GTS for street use. I haven't had time to really get used to it. Drove it a handful of times and TBH I'm not sure I like it. I feel very isolated and/or insulated. Both my friends have 981 CS cars that they track the s#$! out of and love it and have no issues. I do love the style though. Sexy car. I would not go anywhere near a track with it though without proper insurance.
08-06-2019, 07:00 PM
#24
Are the 981's that much more expensive to repair over the 987's besides ACV? Aluminum frame as you mentioned?
