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Old 03-04-2016, 02:38 AM
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I will have more pics when complete but wanted to post the current status. BBi is doing the build and it is nearing completion.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/bbiaut...57650478934719
Old 03-04-2016, 12:11 PM
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Once completed, your GT2 will be one extremely exciting GT2 out there. Congrats!
Old 03-04-2016, 01:24 PM
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Very nice! BBI are masters at the craft.
Old 03-04-2016, 01:36 PM
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impressive build!
Old 03-04-2016, 01:45 PM
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I was surprised that you posted a picture of your credit card, but then it made sense because it must be getting a workout. Then I realized it was an ad, haha.

That suspension is wild. What advantages does it have exactly over the multilink and what software was used to model its kinematics? I hope it's pretty quiet but could imagine it being noisy inside the car.
Old 03-04-2016, 06:49 PM
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Originally Posted by PorscheG96
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That suspension is wild. What advantages does it have exactly over the multilink and what software was used to model its kinematics? I hope it's pretty quiet but could imagine it being noisy inside the car.
+1. Would love to know more details. Wider tires and easier+more suspension adjustability? How much weight does it add?
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that suspension setup is simply insane!
Old 03-06-2016, 01:21 AM
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I saw that GT2 when I took my car to BBI for a corner balance and allignment. Just plain sick
Old 03-06-2016, 07:18 PM
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Simply insane and perfect. Congrats on the outcome of your build.
Old 03-07-2016, 12:56 AM
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Nice photography.
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I've seen your car in person at BBI. Amazing work! You are one lucky dude!
Old 03-07-2016, 08:19 AM
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Wow. That suspension really is impressive.

Newport, what are you guys trying to achieve with the pushrod suspension? Nearly every advantage to a pushrod suspension that I can think of is not applicable here - except maybe longer damper travel for more precise control. Please explain!

What I personally find extremely interesting is the use of 997 GT3/2 front uprights. I am looking at doing this conversion myself. Is the use of 996 stub axles / ABS sensors not an issue?

Please post more as things progress!
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wow
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Great build, cant wait to see more pictures.
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Thanks guys. I will respond in more detail about the build shortly but, a major benefit to the inboard setup in highly improved resolution of the suspension using dramatically improved motion ratios. Think of each wheel inch of travel being the equivalent to the damper seeing 2x the travel distance therefore greater damper tuning etc.


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