Retrofit SPASM to PASM?
08-29-2014, 12:46 PM
#31
If you have truly driven PASM and SPASM equipped cars with equal tires and tread wear over the same surface back to back and noticed Aero differences with the different angle of the rear spoiler and then in the end managed to put % number on that difference - then you are truly blessed.
However, it is nothing that significant.
For anyone who thinks that is a big deal, How can you not have AeroKit Cup on your car?
08-29-2014, 09:58 PM
#32
I have PASM and just got the lip - huge difference at speed, the car's front is planted, the way it was on my 997. Can't believe a $300 installed mod could make such a dramatic difference!!
08-29-2014, 11:12 PM
#33
Burning Brakes
11-07-2015, 06:54 PM
#35
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12-10-2015, 12:43 PM
#38
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I think we know the following:
its at least:
- springs
- spoiler lip
- reprogramming rear wing
it may be:
- stiffer anti-roll bars
it could even require:
- new shocks
- new PASM controller
I Think that about sums it up ...
If I were going to do this, I simply go with Damptronics and a TPC DSC and maybe their roll bars too
12-10-2015, 01:48 PM
#39
Race Director
Originally Posted by Dalema
Was anyone able to definitively determine the answer to this (or did it)?
Good string as I was under the misconception that it was just the springs.
Good string as I was under the misconception that it was just the springs.
The only way to research the parts for it, would have to include two cars with and without the option and doing a search by VIN number with a Porsche Parts Dealer. Even that wouldn't give you all the answers most likely other than major parts.
12-10-2015, 03:03 PM
#40
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As Larry noted, there's a lot more to it. Even if possible, it would be very cost prohibitive. I know there are different anti-roll bars for sure.
The only way to research the parts for it, would have to include two cars with and without the option and doing a search by VIN number with a Porsche Parts Dealer. Even that wouldn't give you all the answers most likely other than major parts.
The only way to research the parts for it, would have to include two cars with and without the option and doing a search by VIN number with a Porsche Parts Dealer. Even that wouldn't give you all the answers most likely other than major parts.
probably better off going with TechART/HR lowering springs (or fit the OEM PASM-S) a KW H.A.S or Damptronics for the full monty (& a DSC)
12-10-2015, 03:07 PM
#41
Race Director
Originally Posted by Larry Cable
+1 and you need to know the I*** variant codes in PET to decode the parts lists
probably better off going with TechART/HR lowering springs (or fit the OEM PASM-S) a KW H.A.S or Damptronics for the full monty (& a DSC)
probably better off going with TechART/HR lowering springs (or fit the OEM PASM-S) a KW H.A.S or Damptronics for the full monty (& a DSC)
The OEM route would be $$$$$$$
One option that's good to have on the build. Not an easy one like adding a duck! One on those that were on my must have list.
12-10-2015, 03:13 PM
#42
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I personally feel that for current PASM owners that want to "upgrade" their suspension, probably the most economic and easiest route is Damptronic
coilovers, and TPC-Racing DSC+anti roll bars ... should be able to do that
for around $4-5k ... and its an easy install, hardest part is shock replacement
and alignment.
Overall I think that would result in a better system for the $
12-12-2015, 02:06 PM
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Now, for the other side of the question: would it be just as much of a hassle/expense to change in the other direction...that is, to go from SPASM to PASM? I'm looking for a refined GT more than an aggressive/track car, and so in my search I have been passing over all of the cars that have the SPASM option...and there have been plenty. My guess is that it would be equally difficult, but I had to ask.
12-12-2015, 02:34 PM
#45
Race Director
Originally Posted by 1analguy
Now, for the other side of the question: would it be just as much of a hassle/expense to change in the other direction...that is, to go from SPASM to PASM? I'm looking for a refined GT more than an aggressive/track car, and so in my search I have been passing over all of the cars that have the SPASM option...and there have been plenty. My guess is that it would be equally difficult, but I had to ask.
Your search should be easy.
In reality, 10mm isn't going to make a world of difference. Your tire pressure and brand of tires will make more of a difference in ride comfort.