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Old 06-06-2018, 10:18 AM
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Default 18 way vs LWB height

So I'm fortunate to have a 991.2 GT3 on order and currently own a 991.1 GT3 (with 18 way seats). The one option I'm still going back on forth on with the new car is LWB versus the 18 ways. As I'm 6"2 while wearing a helmet the top of my head tends to get close or knock against the roof in my current car unless I recline more than I might usually. I had LWB in a previous GT4 and, besides the entry/exit dance, enjoyed them but recognized there isn't much choice to create more headspace when wearing a helmet on track due to the lack of the option to recline.

Anyone 6"2 or over who has opted for LWB and, if so, how do you fit while wearing a helmet?

And yes, I think I've seen a similar topic on this before but search wasn't coming up with any relevant threads.

Thanks!
Old 06-06-2018, 10:32 AM
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6"3, no issue with helmet and the LWB plenty of room. The seats do raise/lower, and if you need extra room you can always pull out the bottom cushion.
Old 06-06-2018, 10:38 AM
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6’7”. Can track with the LWB without any
trouble. You’ll be fine. You can also remove the lower seat cushion in the LWB and gain 2 inches which I do at the track as it gets me lower in the car which I like.
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6'5 here - I have lwb and the seat reline mod. It's brutal for me. Very uncomfortable with helmet - Have to slouch down and deal with it.

* in all fairness though - have not tried pulling the cushions out
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Originally Posted by -eztrader-
6'5 here - I have lwb and the seat reline mod. It's brutal for me. Very uncomfortable with helmet - Have to slouch down and deal with it.

* in all fairness though - have not tried pulling the cushions out
It’ll make a huge difference for you. They just Velcro out along with pulling the u shaped piping off the front of the seat. It’s very easy to reinstall.
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Thx will try asap



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