I want to DE my 987S
02-18-2007, 04:07 PM
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Originally Posted by orthofrancis
Roll bar extension for a 987? The Brey-Krausse (sp?) roll bar extensions are listed for the 986, but I haven't seen them for the 987s. Since I'm tall, 6'4", I'm pretty sure my head is right at the top or above the roll bar in my 987. ANyone know of solutions for a 987 with a tall driver to pass the broomstick test?
I believe this problem has been solved on the 987 with the increased height of the rear roll bars which make then even with the windscreen.
The 986 required extensions or hardtop (depending on your region's rules).
I'm 6'2" with no problems with the broomstick test with my helmet.
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03-05-2007, 08:13 PM
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Originally Posted by orthofrancis
Roll bar extension for a 987? The Brey-Krausse (sp?) roll bar extensions are listed for the 986, but I haven't seen them for the 987s. Since I'm tall, 6'4", I'm pretty sure my head is right at the top or above the roll bar in my 987. ANyone know of solutions for a 987 with a tall driver to pass the broomstick test?
They don't make them for the 987 because the factory bars are taller on the 987 than on the 986. Essentially, there is no room for an extension. The factory roof would hit one when opening and closing.
You may get away with running a hardtop (some regions don't broomstick when hardtops are present.
Other than that, you will need different seats, mounted lower in your car, to give you the necessary headroom.
03-06-2007, 05:08 PM
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Originally Posted by yeehaw
Great info, can anyone comment on the use of wheel spacers and track days? Is this a good idea, just saw a nice set of 911 wheels...however spacer is required for the rear of course.
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Retired Club Racer & National PCA Instructor
Past Flames:
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1984 911 Carrera Club Racer
1974 914/4 2.0 Track Car
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03-06-2007, 08:03 PM
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Originally Posted by yeehaw
Great info, can anyone comment on the use of wheel spacers and track days? Is this a good idea, just saw a nice set of 911 wheels...however spacer is required for the rear of course.
