996 'must have' mods
#1
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996 'must have' mods
New owner, 2004 911 40th AE
Been reading with great interest about this car, the 911
was always the goal for me, happened a bit sooner than I had planned.
The styling is just perfect, but I'd like to bulletproof the car, from the engine out.
IMS and RMS seem perfectly logical, no problem there.
Fister exhausts, been meaning to inquire.
Love the sound, what should one expect for performance?
Upgrade the clutch and possibly a 997 shift mechanism, nothing drastic
just a shorter throw and a more solid feel.
Any clutch recommendations?
I'd like to do the above 3 in the spring, before 30,000 miles
Delighted that I was able to acquire this car as I stated before I think the styling
is just perfect, elegant.
I used the 'search' feature and got the phone book, so your input really means a lot.
Excellent forum btw, a 'like' feature would be welcome.
Been reading with great interest about this car, the 911
was always the goal for me, happened a bit sooner than I had planned.
The styling is just perfect, but I'd like to bulletproof the car, from the engine out.
IMS and RMS seem perfectly logical, no problem there.
Fister exhausts, been meaning to inquire.
Love the sound, what should one expect for performance?
Upgrade the clutch and possibly a 997 shift mechanism, nothing drastic
just a shorter throw and a more solid feel.
Any clutch recommendations?
I'd like to do the above 3 in the spring, before 30,000 miles
Delighted that I was able to acquire this car as I stated before I think the styling
is just perfect, elegant.
I used the 'search' feature and got the phone book, so your input really means a lot.
Excellent forum btw, a 'like' feature would be welcome.
#2
Performance from a small exhaust by-pass pipe? It sounds much better, but realistically don't expect any performance increase at all. You'll get a small boost by removing the cats or going to a straight pipe - but that should be reserved for a track machine.
Is the clutch slipping? If not then just drive the car. Porsche put a clutch in that can easily handle the power, so there isn't much advantage of changing it out. If it is slipping I run a Spec clutch - it's fine. With 30k miles I'd assume you have plenty of life left.
Is the clutch slipping? If not then just drive the car. Porsche put a clutch in that can easily handle the power, so there isn't much advantage of changing it out. If it is slipping I run a Spec clutch - it's fine. With 30k miles I'd assume you have plenty of life left.
#6
i bought bilstein sport shocks with H&R 1" drop springs (GREAT COMBO) and for all the parts was only 1100 shopping online. Alot less than coilovers and maybe not perfectly as good, pretty freaking good for road use not as harsh. I suggest this setup. I have a c4 and the install is super easy. Took me 30 mins a shock/spring on the rears and a tad longer on the fronts due to the differential but still really easy....totally easy garage project. Just get an alignment.
I also did the hemholz box removal mod on the intake, bought a new intake smooth silicone pipe on ebay for 22 bucks, replacing the OEM one and plugged the hole with a twist stop. Works perfect, improved the growl of the engine. factory air filter. This is the exact same combo the fabspeed intake kit they sell for like 200....i paid 26 total...
Fister exhaust mod is a must have
i haven't done short shifter but people swear by it...
honestly there aren't many true performance mods you can do easily on these engines for value that net HP. i suggest you do some suspension things and look/sound/feel things and keep it there. IF you want HP and torque, sell it and find a turbo....cuz honestly you can spend more modding your 996 for little gains than if you just bought the turbo.
I also did the hemholz box removal mod on the intake, bought a new intake smooth silicone pipe on ebay for 22 bucks, replacing the OEM one and plugged the hole with a twist stop. Works perfect, improved the growl of the engine. factory air filter. This is the exact same combo the fabspeed intake kit they sell for like 200....i paid 26 total...
Fister exhaust mod is a must have
i haven't done short shifter but people swear by it...
honestly there aren't many true performance mods you can do easily on these engines for value that net HP. i suggest you do some suspension things and look/sound/feel things and keep it there. IF you want HP and torque, sell it and find a turbo....cuz honestly you can spend more modding your 996 for little gains than if you just bought the turbo.
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A set of coilovers and some noise makers (fabspeed intake and super cup mufflers)... I also went with some wheels as the super shiny 40th wheels aren't my cup of tea... I love my 40th
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#8
Go with the clutch that's in there, seriously.
Spend the money you saved on a new water pump (known issue in these cars) and put the rest aside -- you're going to need after you get on this slippery slope :-)
Are you planning to track it?
Spend the money you saved on a new water pump (known issue in these cars) and put the rest aside -- you're going to need after you get on this slippery slope :-)
Are you planning to track it?
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Are you planning to track it?
Considering it. I have to work my way thru these mods.
The RMS & IMS should be a given as it alleviates the fear, I'm feeling my thru the clutch issue.
The 997 shift mech would make a good car....better.
It just seems to make sense that doing those mods while it's up in the air and then moving on to
other items, perhaps suspension and the exhaust.
Considering it. I have to work my way thru these mods.
The RMS & IMS should be a given as it alleviates the fear, I'm feeling my thru the clutch issue.
The 997 shift mech would make a good car....better.
It just seems to make sense that doing those mods while it's up in the air and then moving on to
other items, perhaps suspension and the exhaust.
#10
Every car I've driven with PSS9s I've disliked (993 and 997). The OEM suspension on a 996 feels better than PSS9s IMO. If you'd like coilovers, maybe consider KWv3s or Ohlins Road and track. I haven't tried the Ohlins myself but have experience with KWv3s on various cars (non P car) and think they are great for track and street alike. Enjoy your car!
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I have a 40 AE and I've had it since new and love it so congrats! I changed the suspension at 8 years to RoW m030 from sunsport. I felt ok changing to this as it was the standard install in Europe so its in keeping. It lowers the car and rides great and only cost $1100 + fitting. I also did the fabspeed x-pipe 200 cell cats and a fabspeed intake for noise. I also have a track 996 but the 40 AE sounds amazing on full song!
#13
Are you planning to track it?
Considering it. I have to work my way thru these mods.
The RMS & IMS should be a given as it alleviates the fear, I'm feeling my thru the clutch issue.
The 997 shift mech would make a good car....better.
It just seems to make sense that doing those mods while it's up in the air and then moving on to
other items, perhaps suspension and the exhaust.
Considering it. I have to work my way thru these mods.
The RMS & IMS should be a given as it alleviates the fear, I'm feeling my thru the clutch issue.
The 997 shift mech would make a good car....better.
It just seems to make sense that doing those mods while it's up in the air and then moving on to
other items, perhaps suspension and the exhaust.