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TBH, I'm not doing anything to the car while under warranty other than to replace wear items. I did buy some cosmetic items, frunk liner, 2 rear mats from Lloyd (very nice and monogrammed).
I will eventually install the front radiator screens. I did the PPF via Porsche POE and they did a decent job.
Had I not gotten the PSE, I would have looked into an aftermarket system, but happy with my choice.
I tend to be conservative in my choices, that's just me.
PS
The dealer gave me the clear front side marker lights as a courtesy as well.
I flashed my 991.2 Carrera T last night with the stage 1 map (stock car) from Cobb. The power gain throughout the powerband is significant. I was smiling during my entire test drive post-flash.
The Sports Exhaust system - seems to be a muffler removal. Does this make it really load? Does this add performance, or just sound? I have a C4S with PowerKit. I was considering the GIAC tune because Porsche (my location will support it). I want performance mostly. I'm ok wiht loud, as long as I can turn it to normal mode and make it quit. Wife already hates the noise. Also wondering if the DSC controller only makes it stiffer. Or does it also make it smoother. Again I want performance, but with a turn of the dial I would like it to get smoother. I do have PDCC. Which makes it better performance. I want a DD that I can take to the track.
You have the exact mods I would select. Is it worth the cost? Do yu track the car? Did it improve your track time?
In my opinion, headers should always be near the top of the list. #1 is a tune. Then #2 would be headers as they improve power, improve spool-up, improve transient response, increase the exhaust volume, and it's a relatively easy install if you have the right tools (~2hr job).
I went voluntarily from a 3.0 Powerkit to a base 3.0, so I don't have any plans for tunes or engine work; certainly nothing during warranty. Also not bothered at all by the exhaust sound and louder isn't better for me:
1. Clear LED side markers.
2. SmartTOP.
3. ALP front with radar, loudspeaker and Bluetooth.
4. Detail with full PPF and ceramic.
5. 50% tint sides, 70% front and rear.
6. Powder coat wheels and exhaust tips Satin Black.
7. Function First shift **** moved from my erstwhile Targa as a memento.
8. Rennline black mesh radiator screens.
9. Debadge rear lettering.
At the detailer now. Hoping to get it home in a week or so, but the weather is still crappy here. That's about it for now, but will probably add a set of wheels and winter tires by Fall, as I plan to drive year round, trading off with my S550.
03-07-2019, 12:41 AM
