Techart vs H&R springs...
02-11-2019, 01:31 PM
#197
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Already custom tweaked for this setup. Problem is PASM wasn't designed to work with progressive springs, and doesn't work so well when the rates compound.
It really isn't bad. Most customers aren't going to notice it, and most will (as I do) enjoy the improved ride most of the time. I was actually surprised how stiff the standard setup was in the rear for a base Carrera in some situations, like going over a speed bump or certain bumps with a bit of angle, so that the rear wheels processed the bump separately. In those situations, which are very common in every day driving, the TechArts are nicer/softer. The "pogo" bugs me maybe 2-5% of the time, and I can usually anticipate it (freeway expansion joints ahead of bridges, bumps/yumps at freeway speeds, etc). But the stock suspension sets a very high bar, and I've driven aftermarket setups that meet or exceed the standard 991.2 setup. If there was a good way to raise the car 0.25-0.50 inch, I might be tempted to live with this setup—but now my curiosity has been piqued.
It really isn't bad. Most customers aren't going to notice it, and most will (as I do) enjoy the improved ride most of the time. I was actually surprised how stiff the standard setup was in the rear for a base Carrera in some situations, like going over a speed bump or certain bumps with a bit of angle, so that the rear wheels processed the bump separately. In those situations, which are very common in every day driving, the TechArts are nicer/softer. The "pogo" bugs me maybe 2-5% of the time, and I can usually anticipate it (freeway expansion joints ahead of bridges, bumps/yumps at freeway speeds, etc). But the stock suspension sets a very high bar, and I've driven aftermarket setups that meet or exceed the standard 991.2 setup. If there was a good way to raise the car 0.25-0.50 inch, I might be tempted to live with this setup—but now my curiosity has been piqued.
02-11-2019, 07:19 PM
#198
Already custom tweaked for this setup. Problem is PASM wasn't designed to work with progressive springs, and doesn't work so well when the rates compound.
It really isn't bad. Most customers aren't going to notice it, and most will (as I do) enjoy the improved ride most of the time. I was actually surprised how stiff the standard setup was in the rear for a base Carrera in some situations, like going over a speed bump or certain bumps with a bit of angle, so that the rear wheels processed the bump separately. In those situations, which are very common in every day driving, the TechArts are nicer/softer. The "pogo" bugs me maybe 2-5% of the time, and I can usually anticipate it (freeway expansion joints ahead of bridges, bumps/yumps at freeway speeds, etc). But the stock suspension sets a very high bar, and I've driven aftermarket setups that meet or exceed the standard 991.2 setup. If there was a good way to raise the car 0.25-0.50 inch, I might be tempted to live with this setup—but now my curiosity has been piqued.
It really isn't bad. Most customers aren't going to notice it, and most will (as I do) enjoy the improved ride most of the time. I was actually surprised how stiff the standard setup was in the rear for a base Carrera in some situations, like going over a speed bump or certain bumps with a bit of angle, so that the rear wheels processed the bump separately. In those situations, which are very common in every day driving, the TechArts are nicer/softer. The "pogo" bugs me maybe 2-5% of the time, and I can usually anticipate it (freeway expansion joints ahead of bridges, bumps/yumps at freeway speeds, etc). But the stock suspension sets a very high bar, and I've driven aftermarket setups that meet or exceed the standard 991.2 setup. If there was a good way to raise the car 0.25-0.50 inch, I might be tempted to live with this setup—but now my curiosity has been piqued.
On the preset of the DCS Box I wonder how they could reset the ride height sensors to zero without the unit actually in the car. If you change your setup and don't need the DCS Box anymore pm me I'll take it off your hands :-))
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02-11-2019, 09:01 PM
#199
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06-09-2019, 03:54 PM
#201
After reading this thread I think I will go with TechART springs.
Just bought a 2013 991 base Carrera, with the standard 19" wheels, and although I like the look of the wheels, the stock wheel gap is too high.
Two questions:
1. What is typical cost to install the TechARTs?
2. How does this affect a CPO warranty?
Thank you.
Just bought a 2013 991 base Carrera, with the standard 19" wheels, and although I like the look of the wheels, the stock wheel gap is too high.
Two questions:
1. What is typical cost to install the TechARTs?
2. How does this affect a CPO warranty?
Thank you.
06-09-2019, 10:42 PM
#202
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After reading this thread I think I will go with TechART springs.
Just bought a 2013 991 base Carrera, with the standard 19" wheels, and although I like the look of the wheels, the stock wheel gap is too high.
Two questions:
1. What is typical cost to install the TechARTs?
2. How does this affect a CPO warranty?
Thank you.
Just bought a 2013 991 base Carrera, with the standard 19" wheels, and although I like the look of the wheels, the stock wheel gap is too high.
Two questions:
1. What is typical cost to install the TechARTs?
2. How does this affect a CPO warranty?
Thank you.
06-09-2019, 11:01 PM
#203
Rennlist Member
After reading this thread I think I will go with TechART springs.
Just bought a 2013 991 base Carrera, with the standard 19" wheels, and although I like the look of the wheels, the stock wheel gap is too high.
Two questions:
1. What is typical cost to install the TechARTs?
2. How does this affect a CPO warranty?
Thank you.
Just bought a 2013 991 base Carrera, with the standard 19" wheels, and although I like the look of the wheels, the stock wheel gap is too high.
Two questions:
1. What is typical cost to install the TechARTs?
2. How does this affect a CPO warranty?
Thank you.
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06-09-2019, 11:57 PM
#204
Thanks! Your car looks about perfect to me...great color!
06-10-2019, 02:41 PM
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06-10-2019, 04:43 PM
#206
06-10-2019, 06:02 PM
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06-10-2019, 08:41 PM
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08-15-2019, 12:09 AM
#209
Flashback to the past and my July/August 2018 posts. As Gilda used to say, "Never mind." A year ago I was not ever, as in never, to repeat in no way - going to alter the factory ride height of our 911. That was then. Now is now. Later this week our car goes to TAG to have the Techarts installed. As the months have passed, I simply haven't been able to get over the reality-in-my-eyes that the car simply has too much space between the top of the tires and the fenders. Yeah, from time to time we might need to replace an undercar plastic piece or two (no nose lift system on our car) but for the 99.9% of the rest of the time the car will look purposely spiffy, just like the 911s so many of you have posted pictures of. Will post an after-action report.
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