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Old Jul 12, 2020 | 07:53 AM
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I didn't see Nick Murray's name mentioned in this thread. If you haven't seen his YouTube videos, he reviews every single option available on a 992. Some of the information provided is surprising and certainly worth a look.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=De3MQ-eQVsU
Don't listen to Nick. You'll end up with a lame car. Just my opinion. He dogs every option that he specifically wouldn't choose for himself.

Good call on PCCBs, Farmlyf. Beyond the performance, which is incredible, the lack of brake dust is a game changer for a DD. I'm using my 992 as a DD and it's been incredible and the PCCBs mean I'm having to do full washes MUCH less frequently. For the most part, just waterless sprays and detail sprays.
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Old Jul 12, 2020 | 07:58 AM
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For what it's worth I agree on the PCCBs. I absolutely love mine.
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Old Jul 12, 2020 | 09:00 AM
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Originally Posted by OttawaSteve
I didn't see Nick Murray's name mentioned in this thread. If you haven't seen his YouTube videos, he reviews every single option available on a 992. Some of the information provided is surprising and certainly worth a look.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=De3MQ-eQVsU
Thanks OttawaSteve, yeah I liked Nicks video but I felt he passed off so many options that he didn’t personally like and didn’t apply to him which ultimately meant he didn’t really review well.
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Old Jul 12, 2020 | 09:03 AM
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Don't listen to Nick. You'll end up with a lame car. Just my opinion. He dogs every option that he specifically wouldn't choose for himself.

Good call on PCCBs, Farmlyf. Beyond the performance, which is incredible, the lack of brake dust is a game changer for a DD. I'm using my 992 as a DD and it's been incredible and the PCCBs mean I'm having to do full washes MUCH less frequently. For the most part, just waterless sprays and detail sprays.
yeah I struggled for a while there...it was an emotional roller coaster 😅 did lots of research and got plenty of feedback from fellow enthusiasts such as yourself and have now made the commitment. Cheers for feedback.
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Old Jul 12, 2020 | 09:07 AM
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I say this every time but..... Don't get Power Steering Plus (PSP). I see you have the rear steer and 10mm drop, if you value feel then the PSP will rob you of just a tiny bit...
Thanks findtom, do you think PSP takes away too much feel for more track and performance orientate use? What about if it were to be used as Daily? Low speed, parking lots office and city streets. Valuable feedback 👍
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Old Jul 12, 2020 | 09:50 AM
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To Burmester or not......that is the question?
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Old Jul 12, 2020 | 10:32 AM
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To Burmester or not......that is the question?
Ive ended up pulling my initial Burmester option for the standard Bose option. I ended up optioning the light weight noise insulated glass which should also improve overall sound. Plan B would be to upgrade the certain components of the Bose if I found it lacking, that way I wouldn’t be wasting $5k on something I could be potentially upgrading part of.
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Old Jul 12, 2020 | 10:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Farmlyf
Thanks findtom, do you think PSP takes away too much feel for more track and performance orientate use? What about if it were to be used as Daily? Low speed, parking lots office and city streets. Valuable feedback 👍
So PSP is just software. Imagine if your Mum (or someone really nervous) wanted to drive your car, then PSP is for them. Standard steering is fine, it's not heavy but has a bit of weight and adds to the feel. The problem with PSP is it's just numb, no feedback at all and while it redacts over 30 mph its effect is that the makes everything feeling that bit less. It's not a logical answer, but the effect is to make a car that you bought to handle feel less like a sports car and more like an SUV. It is the SUV steering option, if you want that then a 911 probably isn't the car for you...

Of course this is all subjective, someone else will tell you he needs the steering and loves his PSP. But if you want that kind of drive, don't bother with PCCBs, rear steering or the -10mm sports suspension. All of which I have fitted to my C4S.

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Old Jul 12, 2020 | 11:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Farmlyf
Thanks for the solid feedback TheGreatJ

Also good call on the sports design not having skirts. I assumed they did and just didn’t pick up on it through the configurator.

shout-out all those who churned in, much appreciated and all considered advice 🙏

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- Burmester
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- Bordeaux Red Seat Belts










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  • Jet Black Metallic
  • Two-tone leather interior, Black and Bordeaux Red
  • Electric slide/tilt glass sunroof
  • SportDesign Package
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  • ‘PORSCHE’ logo LED door courtesy lights
  • ‘PORSCHE’ logo painted in Black (high-gloss)
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  • 20-/21-inch Carrera S wheels
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  • Wheels painted in satin Black
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  • Lightweight and noise insulated glass incl. privacy glass
  • Adaptive cruise control
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  • Interior package in Carbon matt
  • Heated multifunction GT sports steering wheel in leather with steering wheel panel in Carbon matt
  • Personalised door sill guards in Carbon matt, illuminated

I think that’s me...well over the top and well over the budget 😅 but really feeling this build and ready to love driving it everyday.
It’s looking awesome! One thing I did when building mine was taking a lot of time on the 3D configurator. It took me three weeks to tweak it.

I am not sure if you have seen that red leather. It is beautiful in person.
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Old Jul 12, 2020 | 04:08 PM
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As an old guy who has owned a bunch of cars that I have always washed and cared for by myself, I can tell you that the thing that must be kept clean for your car to look good are the wheels. I know that you have included PCCBs but you should reconsider your choice of the those S wheels in satin black as they will look dirty from the slightest amount of brake dust or metals and they are a pain to clean. You should consider the Carrera Classic wheels instead and the absolute best would be the Carrera Exclusive Design wheels which will show off the PCCBs and are very easy to clean. I think that they can be painted satin or gloss black inserts which would look really good. That's a heck of a car you're building and put me on the list for dibs when you decide to sell it.

BTW: The Jet Black Metallic is a good choice as it is not nearly as difficult to keep clean and look good when compared with solid black.
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Old Jul 13, 2020 | 09:01 AM
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You should consider the Carrera Classic wheels instead and the absolute best would be the Carrera Exclusive Design wheels which will show off the PCCBs and are very easy to clean.
Thanks for the feedback Jerry991. Strong case on the wheels but I personally just don’t love the others that much. My plan was to work the stock wheels for a while until I was over that look, then take them off as a spares and drop a stack on A set HRE R101. What are you thoughts on these for my build combo?

Planning on putting an order in for them after my options lock out at the end of this month. Too many different finishes that I like but leaning more towards the gold.










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Old Jul 13, 2020 | 09:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Farmlyf
Thanks for the feedback Jerry991. Strong case on the wheels but I personally just don’t love the others that much. My plan was to work the stock wheels for a while until I was over that look, then take them off as a spares and drop a stack on A set HRE R101. What are you thoughts on these for my build combo?

Planning on putting an order in for them after my options lock out at the end of this month. Too many different finishes that I like but leaning more towards the gold.

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Gold!
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Old Jul 13, 2020 | 10:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Farmlyf
Thanks for the feedback Jerry991. Strong case on the wheels but I personally just don’t love the others that much. My plan was to work the stock wheels for a while until I was over that look, then take them off as a spares and drop a stack on A set HRE R101. What are you thoughts on these for my build combo?

Planning on putting an order in for them after my options lock out at the end of this month. Too many different finishes that I like but leaning more towards the gold.

https://youtu.be/8PWGB41wgJ4

I have R101 on my 993 and those made a huge difference in performance. They are really nice wheels. I've yet to see weights on the OEM 992 wheels, but knowing Porsche, I'm sure they're anchors. Lightweight wheels transform the way a car drives.

R101s are $10k wheels so it's definitely big money, but they are so light. First time I picked them up, I had to laugh.

When/if BBS FI-R are available for 992 that's another contender.
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I think the HRE wheels look great but gold to me is too loud and too much look at me but that's up to you. My point though is with the factory wheels the satin black is a pain.
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Old Jul 14, 2020 | 03:37 PM
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Personally I vote for the gold as I really like the contrast with the black and the wheels look awesome when driving!
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