Boxster S hight speed corner stability issues.
07-12-2012, 07:34 PM
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I´ll measure and post here. I ´m thinking seriously to replace also the front tires but when i read that review on EVO (online) long term test (check 3rd paragraph)
http://www.evo.co.uk/carreviews/evol...boxster_s.html
http://www.evo.co.uk/carreviews/evol...boxster_s.html
07-12-2012, 07:52 PM
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I'm thinking OP tried it on the Autobahn (or the track).
I've never felt stability issues in my 2008 Boxster S at over 100 mph with PSM on - both on the track and highways (latter is definitely NOT recommended unless there's no speed limit
). And I have mismatched tires (rears worn much more and somewhat different wear from side-to-side).
As far as steering feel compared to M3's, could it be the different steering in BMW/M3 vs. Porsche/Boxster S? And do you know if your rear spoiler is deploying as it should? It probably is, but you can double-check by either running it on a dyno or have someone follow you on the highway and go above 75 mph.
I've never felt stability issues in my 2008 Boxster S at over 100 mph with PSM on - both on the track and highways (latter is definitely NOT recommended unless there's no speed limit
). And I have mismatched tires (rears worn much more and somewhat different wear from side-to-side).As far as steering feel compared to M3's, could it be the different steering in BMW/M3 vs. Porsche/Boxster S? And do you know if your rear spoiler is deploying as it should? It probably is, but you can double-check by either running it on a dyno or have someone follow you on the highway and go above 75 mph.
07-12-2012, 09:38 PM
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I have tracked a variety of cars over the past 30 years, and some did not feel stable to me at high speeds when cornering. The Boxster S certainly does not fit that category. To the contrary the Boxster S is one of the most stable cars that I have driven. Actually the only car that scared the hell out of me was a Corvette Z06 which I drove about 8 years ago. That car had lots of qualities, but handling security was not one of them: one second I'd be in complete control and the next I'd be doing my best to prevent doing a 180.
07-13-2012, 08:29 AM
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07-13-2012, 08:40 PM
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The spoiler it´s working fine!
07-13-2012, 08:42 PM
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Yeah see what the Date codes are on the front tires & how many miles on the car. Also check the tire sidewalls especially close to the wheel for cracks in the rubber from age & sun. It's possible you have the original tires on the front & most tires age harden in 5 years & should be replaced under CPO.
Seems that the guy felt something similar...
07-13-2012, 08:44 PM
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Yeah see what the Date codes are on the front tires & how many miles on the car. Also check the tire sidewalls especially close to the wheel for cracks in the rubber from age & sun. It's possible you have the original tires on the front & most tires age harden in 5 years & should be replaced under CPO.
07-13-2012, 10:38 PM
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Send an email to Pete Stout of Excellence magazine. He'll give you an educated analysis of the Boxster S handling capabilities. He's forgotten more than most sports car magazine writers ever knew about Porsches.
07-14-2012, 08:20 AM
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Tire pressures should be around 36 lbs hot. Stock pressures on track will be unstable.
07-14-2012, 05:39 PM
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07-15-2012, 08:29 PM
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front end can get floaty on mid and rear engine cars. with over 60% of weigh on the rear wheels, it's common.
put a 15lb bag of kitty litter or rice into the front trunk. you'll feel the car is more planted. or better yet, lower that suspension by an inch or so.
put a 15lb bag of kitty litter or rice into the front trunk. you'll feel the car is more planted. or better yet, lower that suspension by an inch or so.
07-16-2012, 11:41 AM
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I´ll first change the front tires. Tomorrow, i´ll have them fitted ..