Likemystoppie?

Drive it like you stole it.

Baggerdude

Agreed ....

roberga

I guess the gt3 spoiled me. I took a turbo home for an overnight test drive. It was nice driving in the city. What did surprise me was the lag on the freeway. I am still think of getting one but sure could use some advice on reducing the lag and getting a clutch peddle that requires a little more effort(like the GT3) to push in.

Bob in NY

I'm surprized to hear about turbo lag and clutch pedal effort. My TT has zero lag, the power is very linear and the clutch is easier than the last 3 Porsches I've had. Maybe the demo you drove had some issues. Just my .02

Coochas

Hi Bob,
I think Roberga wants a firmer clutch, more like a GT3. I agree with you - the clutch is shockingly easy to depress in the TT and much more so than my previous 7-C4S.
As for the lag, I did not initially feel there was any lag but am starting to realize it is there. I do however feel that the lag is fairly minimal. I feel that some of the 'lag' that people are experiencing is the progression of boost as opposed to no boost going to some boost. Just my 2 cents!
Man,....I love this car!

Bob in NY

Coochas,
I agree with your observations, I must have misunderstood his comment about the clutch. And yes I love this car too!
I drove my neighbors 08 F430 on Sunday and I let him drive my TT, the rush of the turbo blew him away. I have to admit the Ferrari is pretty awesome in many ways but I'm thrilled with my car. I just can't wait for the temps to get into the 70's in the NE.

roberga

No the GT3 has a clutch that the peddle is way harder to depress than the turbos as they do not have an assist. I like it harder. As far as the lag, I am sure it is better than the older turbos but I am comparing it to a GT3 in which the response is instant. It is just something I will have to adjust to if I pull the trigger on a turbo.

Terry Adams

At Infineon yesterday, I put a half tank of 100 oct in it. Solved the low end grunt problem due to our rotgut 91, but not the turbo lag. Next I am going to get my ***** lubed (another RLer posted this a while back, I just forget who):

Technical Information Service
33/08 ENU W902 2
W902 - Reworking Adjustment Mechanism for Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG) (Workshop
Campaign)
Vehicle Type: 911 Turbo (997)/911 GT2 (997)
Model Year: As of 2007 up to 2009
Concerns: Adjustment mechanism for Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG).
Information: This is to inform you of a voluntary Workshop Campaign on certain 2007, 2008 to 2009 model year
911 Turbo (997) and 911 GT2 (997) vehicles. There is the possibility that turbochargers may
have been installed on which the ball joints on the adjustment mechanism for variable turbine
geometry can become corroded.
As a result, the adjustment mechanism can become stiff as vehicle mileage increases, thereby resulting
in a delayed response from the turbochargers
To remedy the situation, apply suitable anti-corrosion agent and lubricant to the ball joints in the
adjustment mechanism.
Affected
Vehicles:
A total of 7051 US and Canadian vehicles fall within the scope of this Workshop Campaign. Very
Important! Use the VIN range below as a general guideline. The VIN can be checked in the WWS for
confirmation of an open workshop campaign (Also see PIWIS VIN Information).
The affected Vehicle Identification Numbers are contained in the following VIN Ranges:
USA 2007 911 Turbo/GT2 (997)
WP0AD29927S783102 to WP0AD29967S786908
USA 2008 911 Turbo/GT2 (997)
WP0CD299X8S708061 to WP0AD29948S796290
USA 2009 911 Turbo/GT2 (997)
WP0AD29949S766062 to WP0CD29909S773101
Canadian 2007 911 Turbo/GT2 (997)
WP0AD29907S783163 to WP0AD29947S786888
Canadian 2008 911 Turbo/GT2 (997)
WP0CD29958S708095 to WP0AD29958S796198
Parts Info:
999.917.778.00 ⇒ Lubricant 400 ml spray can
(enough for at least 20 vehicles*)

Bob in NY

I never drove GT3 so I can't give you a direct comparison. The car does have fantastic power and great handling. As I mentioned, I couldn't be happier with my choice. Good luck on your decision.

Bob in NY

Terry,
great information thanks.

Bob

jonoz

Hello....just my input about turbo lag....
Yes...there is turbo lag if you drive your car below 2500 rpm.....just keep the revs up and the saturn 5 acceleration is 'on tap' at all times.
Yes....I have thought about the gt3, but I do not track race my car.
I drive to work every day......and absolutely enjoy it.
It is a spectacular drivable prize....just forget about 'porsche excellence' fat fluffy banker b*sh*t.
I know in my heart that I have purchased the car of my dreams.
j

texas911

This is how to cure the turbo lag, keep the turbos spooled up by keeping the engine above 4k! Easy.