I have a 1995 carrera that i am installing a new rack and 18" wheels.

Would i need the steering rack upgrade?
Anybody know what VIN require it and what VIN do not?

my VIN: WP0AA2996SS323121

 

I am hoping to get one of these someday, dealer sells one aswell that was on certain models. which im not 100% sure but others may know


http://www.rothsport.com/Products/Ch...Rack-Brace.htm

 

The Technical Bulletin # is 9604 "Retrofit of 18" wheels" and it states '95 VIN #'s after 99 & SS 323614.

I'd follow what the factory says. OTOH, the shop where I'm having my '95 serviced said I don't need it. The Bulletin does say '95 Coupes.

 

thanks.

i am trying to understand why VIN #'s before that VIN number do not require it??

 

That's definitely a question above my pay grade.

The part is cheap and reasonably easy to install, for someone not including me, so I may do it just because.

 

The brace is standard on all 993 from '96 up, last I heard it was nla but someone was making copies, there is a thread about it w/i the last year or so.

the admonition not to use 18" wheels period is for cars w/ the early suspension shock setup. They advise not to use 18" wheels w/ or w/o the brace. Same is true for 964s. I suspect that it's the legal department talking not the engineers as since the factory never did any testing w/ 18's they have to advise against it.

There are countless earlier cars running around w/ 18s some even w/o the brace

 

^^ I would be one of them Sept 94 build running 18's with no brace. My mechanic with 20 years aircooled experience told me point blank don't bother unless you plan to make the car a track toy. So far 28,000 miles (previous owner and myself) with zero issues.

 

They do not mention 1995 Cabs. Does Porsche not recommend 18" wheels for '95 Cabs at all?

 

I know they don't recommend them for Targa's, not sure about Cab's.

 

I got a billet brace made by chaoscreature here on rennlist it is very nicely made.

 

Sunset has them for about $50 bucks (you also need longer bolts to install it ), I would go with the one chaoscreature makes, its nicer (not that anyone will see it)

What goes for cabrio goes for targa... due to the lack of solid roof there is more body flex..

 

As noted, contact chaoscreature here, he makes a great one. Includes bolts.

 

Would I be correct in assuming that there must be '95 Cabs running 18's with or w/o the brace?

 

This may be of help.

 

Thank you. I have that bulletin, and I could definitely be reading it wrong, but '95 Cabs are not mentioned. However, Porsche clearly states Targa's are not approved.