Mirror Wind Diffuser for 991's, reviews?
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Mirror Wind Diffuser for 991's, reviews?
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Yep they work as advertised
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Bought, tried, sent back.
Couldn't get them to fit tightly along the bottom...nowhere near as tight as the OEM. Tried multiple adjustments and re-installation (always assume it's me). And really, there's only so much "adjustment" you can do. Passenger side fit better than driver's, but still not OEM tight...couldn't get past the look. In the end, sent back for refund, minus shipping. Customer service at TAG was great, btw.
Honestly, although I've driven less than 500 miles, I don't really feel like the buffeting is pronounced. So coupled with the fitment in my case, not worth it.
Couldn't get them to fit tightly along the bottom...nowhere near as tight as the OEM. Tried multiple adjustments and re-installation (always assume it's me). And really, there's only so much "adjustment" you can do. Passenger side fit better than driver's, but still not OEM tight...couldn't get past the look. In the end, sent back for refund, minus shipping. Customer service at TAG was great, btw.
Honestly, although I've driven less than 500 miles, I don't really feel like the buffeting is pronounced. So coupled with the fitment in my case, not worth it.
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Does anyone have experience with installing these on "early" 991's? Based on the Suncoast reviews, it looks like there are some major install challenges associated with the early models.
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Careful with the install. There is an "easy install" and an "incredibly intimidating and complicated install" (my description). I purchased a set of these recently, and the instructions call for you to remove the interior trim piece where the wind diffuser gets installed. If you see a screw there - congratulations, you get to follow the easy route. If you don't (like in my case) the install is far more complicated. If you look at the link to the install instructions posted above, and scroll down to the "hidden screw" link, that will open the PDF for that install. Maybe I am just easily intimidated, but when I realized my 2014 C4S has the "hidden screw", the job got moved from my TO DO list to the TO DO list of my local independent Porsche mechanic.....
I have no doubt that these will help with the buffeting, just wanted to point out the two possible install paths....
Good luck.
PS - I'd be interested in hearing from anyone that has done the complicated install - is it as bad as it seems from the instructions??
I have no doubt that these will help with the buffeting, just wanted to point out the two possible install paths....
Good luck.
PS - I'd be interested in hearing from anyone that has done the complicated install - is it as bad as it seems from the instructions??
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Careful with the install. There is an "easy install" and an "incredibly intimidating and complicated install" (my description). I purchased a set of these recently, and the instructions call for you to remove the interior trim piece where the wind diffuser gets installed. If you see a screw there - congratulations, you get to follow the easy route. If you don't (like in my case) the install is far more complicated. If you look at the link to the install instructions posted above, and scroll down to the "hidden screw" link, that will open the PDF for that install. Maybe I am just easily intimidated, but when I realized my 2014 C4S has the "hidden screw", the job got moved from my TO DO list to the TO DO list of my local independent Porsche mechanic.....
I have no doubt that these will help with the buffeting, just wanted to point out the two possible install paths....
Good luck.
PS - I'd be interested in hearing from anyone that has done the complicated install - is it as bad as it seems from the instructions??
I have no doubt that these will help with the buffeting, just wanted to point out the two possible install paths....
Good luck.
PS - I'd be interested in hearing from anyone that has done the complicated install - is it as bad as it seems from the instructions??
Very interesting that I too have a 2014 C4S and had the visible screw path, thus 'easy'.
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I think the major install procedure change in late 2013. I purchased and installed on my 2014 C2, took them off put them on my 2016 C2, took them off and put on my GT3. Do you think I am happy? On the track, I can hear someone in the right seat without a headset and that is quite an accomplishment in a GT3 with a GMG racing exhaust.
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Works for me, I had to do the hard instillation but it's pretty easy. You actually don't need to remove the door all the way. Just pull it off and let it rest on your leg or feet.
Pretty simple.
If you drive with the windows all the way down, you'll noticed a huge difference over 90+ mph
Pretty simple.
If you drive with the windows all the way down, you'll noticed a huge difference over 90+ mph
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Yes i am thinking about it too. But i have an early 2012 so i prob need to go through the complex install. Which is not too bad.
but at 100 bux.....i think i can make something for less. All there is to it is a lip that curves out. Just need to sit down one day and figure out a solution that looks decent and prob without removing the door panel
but at 100 bux.....i think i can make something for less. All there is to it is a lip that curves out. Just need to sit down one day and figure out a solution that looks decent and prob without removing the door panel
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Yes i am thinking about it too. But i have an early 2012 so i prob need to go through the complex install. Which is not too bad.
but at 100 bux.....i think i can make something for less. All there is to it is a lip that curves out. Just need to sit down one day and figure out a solution that looks decent and prob without removing the door panel
but at 100 bux.....i think i can make something for less. All there is to it is a lip that curves out. Just need to sit down one day and figure out a solution that looks decent and prob without removing the door panel