Motorsport parts
04-04-2009, 11:36 AM
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Agree we need to do something but it takes initiative and effort.
Many people just ask questions and don't try to use the search tool, which is a bad practice.
Some things you brought up may be best entered in the "Do It Yourself" section.
The other issue with sharing information is there are several web sites, so currently one has to look around to find answers.
Many people just ask questions and don't try to use the search tool, which is a bad practice.
Some things you brought up may be best entered in the "Do It Yourself" section.
The other issue with sharing information is there are several web sites, so currently one has to look around to find answers.
I would suggest an FAQ sticky at the top of the forum, maintained in a consistent format by a group of volunteers (3-4; since I present it, I'd volunteer) with the process for updating/modifying the information done Wikipedia-like.
Search does work if as a newbie you know the right terms. An FAQ would be so much cleaner for posterity!
Search does work if as a newbie you know the right terms. An FAQ would be so much cleaner for posterity!
I am just looking to make something easier for those starting out or even to supplement info for people that have been doing this a while. No one knows everything, thats why collective info like this is so useful. I will try to work on some other topics in my next set of days off. This site and others (e.g. Renntech) are a wealth of information, but it is very diffusely spread out.
fve
04-04-2009, 02:35 PM
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Good, so we have a few who will pitch in on compiling information on some of the favorite topics.
I plan on posting instructions with photos inside the DIYs and "How To" Archive, the 'GT2 & GT3' section for the following.
Transaxle Oil Change
Rear Wing Adjustment and Removal
I plan on posting instructions with photos inside the DIYs and "How To" Archive, the 'GT2 & GT3' section for the following.
Transaxle Oil Change
Rear Wing Adjustment and Removal
04-04-2009, 05:18 PM
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Yesterday I put on a new splitter (stock P/N) and all new attachment push pins (latest version). These are the ones with plastic phillips screws (which don't work all that well).
So I replaced the plastic screws with # 10 - 3/4" sheet metal screws. These do not strip and expand the clip for a good fit.
I will see how long this one will last!
So I replaced the plastic screws with # 10 - 3/4" sheet metal screws. These do not strip and expand the clip for a good fit.
I will see how long this one will last!
Peter
04-05-2009, 01:58 PM
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Thanks Dennis; you're right I could do the screens (Home Depot version). I did the spray paint version first then made a new set with powder coating. Long winters with little else to do
This week's project is making adjustable sway bar uprights. This time I'll take some pictures.....
This week's project is making adjustable sway bar uprights. This time I'll take some pictures.....
04-12-2009, 08:07 PM
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Speaking of upgrades...Anyone know if the "cup" shifter is different from the "997" shifter? I bought a 997 shifter from Mooty but haven't installed it...wondering if I should sell it and get the cup shifter instead? The 997 shifter is P/N 997.424.01.000. Different P/N for the cup shifter??
Thanks,
Fred
Thanks,
Fred
04-12-2009, 08:15 PM
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Don't know the answer to the question, but I went from the OE shifter to a B&M SSK to the 997 shifter, and the last is many notches above the prior two. The B&M was fine, but took too much effort, IMO, to shift. The 997 unit is direct and smooth.
04-12-2009, 08:30 PM
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Joe,
I'm keen on the 997 shifter, but somewhere I've read of people raving about the cup shifter and just not sure if it is different. Also keen to get the cup cables and do the entire install at one time...along with console delete...what a great way to spend a rainy weekend...and then there's the new mufflers to install...
Cheers,
Fred
I'm keen on the 997 shifter, but somewhere I've read of people raving about the cup shifter and just not sure if it is different. Also keen to get the cup cables and do the entire install at one time...along with console delete...what a great way to spend a rainy weekend...and then there's the new mufflers to install...
Cheers,
Fred
04-12-2009, 08:45 PM
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If you need any help, let me know. I'm a shade tree mechanic (does that indicate how old I am?). I can hold the light, pass the wrench, open the beer (I don't drink, so that's safe to do). I've changed out the mufflers on mine, did the 997 shifter install, and several other minor things.
04-12-2009, 09:10 PM
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don't forget about Racers Tape. much stronger the Duck or Gorilla tape. and it comes in colors. Pegasus Auto Racing has it.
fve, thanks for the homework, great job!
fve, thanks for the homework, great job!
04-12-2009, 10:15 PM
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I am sure that newbies like me must be boring/frustrating to all the people that have been doing this for a while. I seem to be re-inventing the wheels, so to speak. I found out a lot of my questions about the cup brake spoilers after i did my search using the part number instead of previous methods -->yielded much better results.
Heck, i also came across an interesting bit about the front lip spoiler. Turns out the cup lip spoiler costs less and apparently goes a bit lower for that added downforce. and it costs less...did i mention that? Always good for a consumable.
One of the things that i have found is that information is spread out among many threads, sometimes buried deep within a thread that may have little to do with the initial subject.
I rely on the search a great deal, but i still miss things. Could we get a list of motorsport parts (cup, etc) that are commonly used by folks as replacements for original parts. Not only could this be helpful to me, but to many other folks that are getting into this with more 996's changing hands.
thanks, fve
Heck, i also came across an interesting bit about the front lip spoiler. Turns out the cup lip spoiler costs less and apparently goes a bit lower for that added downforce. and it costs less...did i mention that? Always good for a consumable.
One of the things that i have found is that information is spread out among many threads, sometimes buried deep within a thread that may have little to do with the initial subject.
I rely on the search a great deal, but i still miss things. Could we get a list of motorsport parts (cup, etc) that are commonly used by folks as replacements for original parts. Not only could this be helpful to me, but to many other folks that are getting into this with more 996's changing hands.
thanks, fve
04-13-2009, 01:47 AM
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Red9, can you give us that link to a GT3 Cup Car Catalogue? I can't find it anywhere...that might answer my question about the cup shifter...
Thanks,
Fred
Thanks,
Fred
04-15-2009, 02:41 AM
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ViperBob! I'm sure you have the answer to my question...is "cup" shifter that people on this forum talk about the same as the 997 shifter. If not, do you have a P/N and do you sell it?
Thanks,
Fred
Thanks,
Fred
04-15-2009, 10:08 AM
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. You are clearly not a novice w/r to this forum judging from the number of post, yet this subject has seemingly been flogged to death in the past (and i have only been on this thing for a little over a year...) It did motivate me to add the following however...