dmpslc

I would drive the heck out of that!!!

OKB

but reviews on those don't seem to soften the ride at all.

Well, softening the ride is not the objective of suspension modifications. Doing a suspension modification with any and all aftermarket suspension components are only to improve handling and body roll etc. The softest ride would be achieved with basic, stock shocks and springs, that are already worn out.
Any and all aftermarket are going to be stiffer and harder than stock components

Hula

Improving handling sometimes means a softer suspension. A softer suspension with more body roll helps on slick, loose, or rough surfaces. Bilstein sells a comfort version of the B16. And PASM throws a bit of a curve ball. For OEM, when "on" they stiffen up the ride but when they are "off" they are not really off. When "off" they are just at a softer setting. DSC controller does soften up the ride a bit compared to stock. It uses a wider range of settings and changes stiffness based on driving.

stan4life

A poster on another site gave a run down from testing out Chris Harris GT3 with the same type of suspension the Tuthill car in my initial post uses, EXE-TC. The poster compares it to being on a magic carpet ride, the ride quality and body control being so good that it just soaks up any road imperfection. But at 10k + and many more components that are beyond my budget or understanding, it is sadly an overreach for me. I believe I will be looking at the DSC module next year when the car is out of storage.

jennifer911

Darkhorse

Hula, Do you have B16 Damptronic coilovers in your 997? I am close to ordering the 15mm - 30mm set for my 997.2 C4S Sport PASM Manual, but have not met anyone who has this setup.

Hindsight2010

If it were my car, I'd ensure it has PPF for the rock chips and dirt that get kicked up, I'd put a DSC controller on it, and I'd leave the stock PASM shocks in place and replace them with OEM units if and when they fail. I would not upgrade the suspension, get coilovers, etc. I agree with the suggestions of moving to 18" wheels and tires, though your tire selection is quite limited in 997 18" sizes, so I'd only do that if you hate the OEM wheels.

stan4life

I think I’ve settle on what your saying.

Next year I’ll be getting the DSC, clear bra and custom mud flaps. I’ll take the car to the cottage and see how it behaves.

My rims are lobsters and they are not going anywhere unless I can find a 18” aftermarket !

Petza914

I have the B16s on mine. They're much better than stock PASM and even better with the DSC controller.

Hula

Negative still on stock suspension. It seems like the upgrade of choice if you are running a DSC. Lots of threads on them. I'll swap in some B16s when my OEM needs replacing. So many aftermarket upgrades and modifications available for these cars it gets tough to prioritize.