My mechanic asked me if I needed four wheel drive, and I told him I didn't actually. So he said they could dismount all the relevant 4wheel drive components, and it would result in a savings of around more or less 100 lbs. Sounds pretty cool. He said I would then have a normally aspirated GT2.... Anybdoy do this? Any thoughts? Thanks!

 

Phil -

Doesn't the AWD help on those twisty Lugano roads you love so much. And don't you dare post any pics here -- I'll have to wipe the drool off my keyboard.

So I guess your car would be lighter/faster, but would lose some handling ? ? I say go for it if that's your priority -- seems you know these cars well, and seems if you're a trained driver, then maybe less need for the AWD?? Good luck brother.

Scott

 

Yes, it's been done. You end up with a C2S with Turbo brakes. A GT2 is still a lightweight car based on the 993 RS.

 

Can the all-wheel components be put back on just as easily? If so, then I'd like to know more about this, too.

 

Yes, all components are removed easily and replaceable with no trouble. As for the handling, I for one, prefer rear wheel drive over all wheel drive anyday of the week.

One could say that all (with the exception of rally cars) racing Porsches are rear wheel drive for a reason.

Flame suit on, preparing for fire from many

 

Rich,

I believe ViperBob removed his front wheel drive in his Turbo and has installed it back in to sell with the car.

 

It will take around 2 to 3 hours if you have all the parts beforehand. You can contact Viperbob for the complete setup and instructions. It is a great mod.

As far as nomally aspirated GT2, it takes a bit more than that. They have a different gearbox altogether with different ratios (taller not shorter 1 and 2nd.) and different shafts. They also have a GT2 LSD that will make a big difference in handling. Also, you would need to shed another 300 lbs of weight.

 

Thanks, Alon. You won't get any flames from me because I would prefer 2wd over awd anyday! I definitely miss the feel of my '86 Carrera on the track.

 

What makes me uncertain, is the point Scott brought up on the handling issue for twisty, steep mountain roads, which are more of my priority than track.... not so sure now if it is a good thing...

 

... a little OT...

but jean i just gotta' say, your avatar is kickass!

also a Q: curious, why didn't porsche come out w/ rwd "tt" version? were they using the awd to make the "tt" more forgiving for their market?

 

Aloha Scott,

Thanks for the tip about Viper Bob. Mahalo.

 

Thanks. My wheels don't look too good.

The 4WD is much more forgiving in a TT. These cars are production cars, therefore need to be safe and a bit understeering too. Driving a 2WD TT with an LSD makes it quite tricky.

On a N/A car, oversteer is not as snapping as on a TT car, 2WD would work perfectly well, 4WD will provide additional grip especially on slippery surfaces. For "dry" mountain roads, 2WD would be great.

Finally, it does need some parts such as the shifter mechanism (RS Shifter), the shifter box and some other things for ABS and proper fitment.

 

If I may suggest... sell your car and buy a RS. Better financially too

 

We don't have access to the RS over on this side of the pond so please stop teasing us

By the way, I got your package Jean-Pierre (arrived yesterday). I owe you big-time. Tell me what I can send you from sunny, warm Canada.

 

personally, i do not think it sounds like a good idea...the cynic in me thinks that your mechanic is trying to drum up some business with a make-work project.