jhbrennan

I'm sure your dealer has internet access - point them to this link and they can read all about it.
http://www.suncoastparts.com/product...=CarreraSSport

jhbrennan

No one is talking about the timer, they're talking about the Sport mode software.

http://www.suncoastparts.com/product...=CarreraSSport

BHMav8r

Does it change the mapping in the ecu or just opens the throttle faster?

"A modified throttle map relates the pedal angle in the footwell to a much wider angle of opening on the throttle valve. Throttle response is significantly more immediate, "

haivle

so i called porsche dealers in montreal and toronto none of them have heard of this kit, and its even on porsches website

redliner2856

So Haivie did you end up doing the sport button retrofit? I live in Toronto and when I called the Porsche dealerships they also told me they haven't heard about this retrofit. I found this very strange! Does anyone know who would do this install in the Toronto area?

Yet anothercrisis

My dealer had never heard of it either. I printed the Suncoast page and they matched the price. It is worth it. ( I have a 997.2S)

gonz911

I had it installed in mine and I love it.

simsgw

Here too. Well worth the circa $900 it cost installed. Can't say what to do about dealers so poorly trained they don't know how to do the install. Maybe find one you trust in other matters and persuade them to research the question. I had mine done by the shop foreman, at my request, and he said it wasn't a big deal although he hadn't done one before doing mine.

I don't care to get into explanations of ECU maps, but the option does more, even on a manual transmission car. Probably the most easily felt difference is the PASM control logic.

Too bad I had to sell that coupe. It was great to drive with MPSS tires and sport chrono software active. In one track session, I inadvertently left it off and for two laps I thought something was wrong with the car or with me. It makes that much difference.

Gary

gonz911

I got it particularly for the Tiptronic and it's a big improvement with shifting in either manual or auto mode, but it's a plus given improved throttle response.

cairo94507

Has anyone ever had the actual timer installed on the dash in addition to the rest of the sport chrono kit?

Rocco07

I find I use it more for the handling change when I know I'm going to be cornering hard. If your car does not have PASM (optional), the sport mode will not affect your handling.
Not sure I'd get it ONLY for throttle response.

B.

gonz911

It does affect the PSM. It's a must in my opinion for anyone who has a Tiptronic with no sport mode. Well worth it for the shifting, PSM tolerance, and throttle response.

jhbrennan

Not that I'm aware of. I'd gladly give you mine if there were a way to remove and not damage the dash - it's worthless.

A4EP

Worth every penny. I required this be installed in my 2009 C2S when i bought it in May. The dealer had never done it and actually ordered it from Suncoast so we could close the deal at the end of the month.

The change it makes for a PDK is awesome and i couldnt imagine owning the car without it.