Lowering a 997 C2S
02-04-2006, 01:06 PM
#16
Three Wheelin'
Originally Posted by Lori
Yes, I think a true performance car should have a Limited Slip Differential. I remember someone explaining why it's not as critical on the rear engine Porsche but still if they get it in Europe then it must be worth something. Am I correct.
The Elise is faster around a track in the car without the LSD. The option was only added to appease the whining owners but the engineers preferred the car without it.
02-04-2006, 01:08 PM
#17
Three Wheelin'
Originally Posted by jjporsch43
Running H&R Springs with PASM-no issues. Doubt if it'll ruin PASM-more tales of unsubstansiated data........................
JohnJ in SA Texas.
JohnJ in SA Texas.
02-04-2006, 01:48 PM
#18
Rennlist Member
Originally Posted by MrBonus
Because the car already has massive traction due to the engine placement and an LSD can add to the already massive understeer.
The Elise is faster around a track in the car without the LSD. The option was only added to appease the whining owners but the engineers preferred the car without it.
The Elise is faster around a track in the car without the LSD. The option was only added to appease the whining owners but the engineers preferred the car without it.
Not exactly right. If you make the necessary alignment changes to the car with LSD it shouldn't be any slower than the car without.
Agree that on fast turns (60mph+) and given the lowly torque of the 1.8L the LSD provides no benefit, but I felt the need not only at AutoX but on most hairpins at any track, and on 2nd gear tight corners.
I also have a Carrera S and that car for the little time I've driven it, it seems that ABD is doing a neat job of substituting a real LSD, but nevertheless the real thing will always be better and that's why it is an option in Europe and standard on the GTx cars.
