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Old 04-15-2007, 07:24 AM
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Default Airride lowering Q

As a new Cayenne S owner (coming from Carrera 2 / 996) I would like to hear cost effective options on the Cayenne S Airride lowering?

I would like to have user comments and opinions.

Thanks!
Old 04-15-2007, 08:58 AM
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must have option.
Old 04-15-2007, 10:27 AM
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About 2500 gets you electronic lowering below factory settings, looks very good on 20's
Old 04-15-2007, 05:29 PM
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Yes, it is a must have option on Cayenne!!

2500 does not sound like cost effective to me??? Really this expensive?
Old 04-15-2007, 05:39 PM
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MUST HAVE PORSCHE OEM OPTION...

Not for the lowering or the looks - but for the comfort and increased stability at speed - increased clearance when off road, etc.

Worth every penny!
Old 04-16-2007, 09:06 PM
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Had a non-PASM S.. now have PASM S.. huge difference in ride.. worth it for sure.. ride on Low Level all the time.. looks better and easier on the in/out for us old farts!
Old 04-17-2007, 02:03 PM
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Default Techart Lowering Box for PASM FS...

I have slightly used Techart Lowering Box out of my 05 Cayenne Turbo, paid $2,750 US new that I'll sell for $1,750 US + shipping if you're interested.
Old 04-27-2007, 11:47 PM
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Any suggestions on how to add XM sat radio to a non-PCM equiped '08 Cayenne S?
Old 04-28-2007, 09:25 AM
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anybody with a piwis can lower the car witout a black box, just dont count on the dealer doing it for you
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Originally Posted by 99firehawk
anybody with a piwis can lower the car witout a black box, just dont count on the dealer doing it for you
Yep, I was told the settings are "locked" so no changing them in PIWIS.

I'm not foolish enough to think this is true, but I understand the liabilities and headaches with PCNA/PAG they want to avoid

I'm actually working on a DIY for this. It's in concept phase right now, but I plan on modifying the linkage that connects the control arm to the ride height sensor. If you lengthen it, the sensor will think the car is too high and automatically lower the car to the factory settings. This way, you redefine what the "normal" ride height is.

I hear there is a company that sells a kit that does this. I also hear it sells for $250......... I think this could be done as a DIY for about $20, a few beers and an afternoon.

Tolerances and symmetrical settings will be challengings to ensure the car sits right.

I hope to put some effort into this project this weekend. I'll document and write it up.
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i dont know that that would be such a good idea, its a novel idea but changint the geometry could affect handeling.
the values are not locked they have to be programed manually evrytime its serviced. IF you can find an indy with a piwis you could get hooked up.
The other option would be a resistor inline from the sensors to knock down the height signal, buit that would take some practice and trial and error to get the car even
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Originally Posted by 99firehawk
indy with a piwis
Is the PIWIS the same as the VAG-COM? I know the Touareg guys go nuts setting individual features with the VAG-COM.
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i dont know, i dont thnk so.
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Originally Posted by Scott C
Yep, I was told the settings are "locked" so no changing them in PIWIS.

I'm not foolish enough to think this is true, but I understand the liabilities and headaches with PCNA/PAG they want to avoid

I'm actually working on a DIY for this. It's in concept phase right now, but I plan on modifying the linkage that connects the control arm to the ride height sensor. If you lengthen it, the sensor will think the car is too high and automatically lower the car to the factory settings. This way, you redefine what the "normal" ride height is.

I hear there is a company that sells a kit that does this. I also hear it sells for $250......... I think this could be done as a DIY for about $20, a few beers and an afternoon.

Tolerances and symmetrical settings will be challengings to ensure the car sits right.

I hope to put some effort into this project this weekend. I'll document and write it up.



hey Scott - do you have any pics posted of your car? from your avitar it looks like you modified the stock silver coverage? - it looks really good!
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Originally Posted by nkhalidi
Is the PIWIS the same as the VAG-COM? I know the Touareg guys go nuts setting individual features with the VAG-COM.
NO! I wish, but its not.


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