MMK110464

No, I don't have any specific info. I've seem some lowered 997.1s firsthand and they seem to drop more than the 997.2. I might be wrong.
Also, you might have noticed that almost all H&R users claiming a stiff ride are 997.1 owners, while the ones posting about an "almost normal" ride are 997.2 owners. This might be an indication that the suspension is somehow different between these 2 models.

Would you say that the ride is as stiff as with "sport" mode or maybe something between "normal" and "sport"?

It is because posts like this that I am doubting my dealer info and why I started this thread. It seams that everybody agrees on the following: a) the drop is more that 1" b) the drop is very noticeable.

However, the stiffness of the ride is not clear at all since I have read many opinions for and against it.

I value all the replies so far and wish that more people riding on H&Rs would chime in to make this thread more valuable info wise.

nategracey

Hi guys.

My 2c:

2006 c2s with pasm.

Just installed h&r sport springs a couple months ago.

Absolutely love it. With sport mode on it stiffens up nicely and responds to inputs even quicker.

With sport mode off, it's only a bit stiffer than stock. Responses still quicker, but no negatives in ride quality. In fact, I like the ride more, with these springs installed.
In either mode, the car is definitely more planted. I can carry a few more mph comfortably on the on/off ramps on the drive home, with, or without sport mode on. Still some body roll, which I don't mind, but nowhere near as much as stock.

The drop, IMHO, is perfect in the front, and not quite low enough in back.

Don't hesitate! You will love it.

CamsPorsche

Perhaps its PASM that makes the difference?

MMK110464

I am guessing your car doesn't have PASM then?

MMK110464

I finally lowered the car with H&R springs. It is a 2012 997.2 C4S.

The OEM height of the fenders were 26.75" front and 27.5" rear. The final drop was 1" front and 1.2" in the rear. I am very satisfied with the aesthetic results. The ride is just a little bit harsher but no more. The car seems more stable than before.

I hope this info help others who are in the fence regarding the H&R springs

vern1

Looks good. Am debating the same springs. My only worry is that I drive in the winter and may have to be a little more careful with ride height issues (ie snowplowing!!)

I love the look. Have h&r on my 993 and it looks great and would like the same look for my 997 (seems lowering the 993 is the first thing most owners do!)

Ride quality issues seem all over the place. Seems some consensus that it is at least a bit more stiff then stock PASM systems and you can either deal with it or not

Again, looks great!

CamsPorsche

Looks good!

Perhaps the difference is your car haivng PASM whereas both of my cars didn't. When spring rolls around I'll post comparative pics of my car lowered with Eibachs.

ECS Tuning

The car looks great MMK110464

Comanche_699

Looks awesome. I like the look of these cars when the wheels are neatly tucked into the wells, but my little frog is forever scraping her chin as she clamors down the mountain.

I worry that I would actually peel the whole front bumper cover off in one of the hairpins.

My GF says, "well then you'll just have to slow down." And I say, "If I slow down any more I might as well sell this thing and buy a Prius."

I'd love to lower it, but would hate to forever be scrubbing somewhere.

Anyone in a twisty, mountainy area like Nor Cal have the drop? Opinions on scraping the chin, scrubbing the wells, etc?

Also would love to see more pix from different angles!

MMK110464

Thanks Vern. I am sure you will have scraping issues in the snow. I am running the OEM front spoiler and have to be careful on inclines. Having said that, I'd say the way the car looks now is worth the hassle. Also, the feeling of being so close to the pavement is unique. Regarding your assessment of the stiffness I would say you are right: it is a little stiffer than stock but nothing close to sport mode

Thanks Cam. PASM has to be a factor. Your pictures will help determine this.

Thanks!

Hi Comanche. Thanks for the compliments. If you still haven't do so, you should go to a Cars & Coffee meeting and look for a lowered 997 to see it in person and if possible sit in one. If you really like the pictures, you owe it to yourself.
Here is another picture

halo777

That looks really good!

MMK110464

Thanks halo!

Lvt19672

Nice job, you are tucking, looks sweet now go clean those wheels!!!

MMK110464

On my way ....

svb

Looks fantastic!