A Killer Croc - My Cayman GT4 Ownership Journal
08-23-2015, 08:32 PM
#35
Burning Brakes
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Thanks!
Thanks! I'm very glad to have this process concluded.
No problem, more to come I assure you!
More shall come!
Not bad at all. But could be improved upon too. Good compromise!
It is all my pleasure I assure you and thanks!
I will try to give you guys an idea once I do the first full oil change.
No problem, more to come I assure you!
More shall come!
Beautiful car and will be following your write-ups.
Your front lower brake duct picture provides the perfect view to compare the smaller duct versus the larger duct. Don't know why my car was out fitted with the larger version, when neither the 991 GT3 or GT3RS utilize this larger duct.
Small front lower brake duct
Thanks! I figured that would come in handy as I was surprised to see the two ducts myself.
Your front lower brake duct picture provides the perfect view to compare the smaller duct versus the larger duct. Don't know why my car was out fitted with the larger version, when neither the 991 GT3 or GT3RS utilize this larger duct.
Small front lower brake duct
Thanks! I figured that would come in handy as I was surprised to see the two ducts myself.
^Great info in this thread 
"Front total = 46.24 lbs minus 23 lb tire weight results in front wheel weight of approximately 23.24 lbs
Rear total = 54.86 lbs minus 29 lb tire weight results in rear wheel weight of approximately 25.86 lbs"
^Those weights aren't bad for 20" wheels..
"Front total = 46.24 lbs minus 23 lb tire weight results in front wheel weight of approximately 23.24 lbs
Rear total = 54.86 lbs minus 29 lb tire weight results in rear wheel weight of approximately 25.86 lbs"
^Those weights aren't bad for 20" wheels..
It is all my pleasure I assure you and thanks!
I will try to give you guys an idea once I do the first full oil change.
08-23-2015, 10:06 PM
#36
Drifting
Your interior pic is reassuring. I was always concerned that black leather/ platinum stitching/ CF/ alcantara (what I want also) might be too dark or 'black'. But I guess they are different 'shades' of black and goes well together.
08-23-2015, 10:32 PM
#37
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Brought this over from my delivery thread:
Compared the M3...hmm. I would say that the ride quality is somewhat similar comparing the normal setting in the GT4 to the M3 (mine has non-adjustable suspension and it is rougher than you would expect for a BMW) with a slight edge in comfort going to the M3.
The M3 has much better visibility. The M3 seats are a little more comfortable in that they accommodate my shoulders/back whereas the GT4 standard seats are tight around the top bolsters and force my back/shoulders to sit on them rather than in them. The M3 cruising sound volume is much more tame even with the M3's exhaust valves locked open (exhaust valve mod). Much less tire noise. The gas mileage is very similar between the two cars. I usually average about 22mpg with mixed driving in the M3 maybe as high as mid 20's. Brake dust seems a little more manageable on the GT4 but then again the M3 has gloss black wheels. The M3 gear lever is one of the best I've had in an M car but I would say it is more "comfortable" for frequent shifting than the GT4s rifle-bolt style shifter. Ingress and egress is noticeably easier in the M3. As for base sound systems, I think the GT4s may be a little better than the M3.
Overall, I would definitely prefer a road trip in the M3 over the GT4. They are both awesome cars though.
Compared the M3...hmm. I would say that the ride quality is somewhat similar comparing the normal setting in the GT4 to the M3 (mine has non-adjustable suspension and it is rougher than you would expect for a BMW) with a slight edge in comfort going to the M3.
The M3 has much better visibility. The M3 seats are a little more comfortable in that they accommodate my shoulders/back whereas the GT4 standard seats are tight around the top bolsters and force my back/shoulders to sit on them rather than in them. The M3 cruising sound volume is much more tame even with the M3's exhaust valves locked open (exhaust valve mod). Much less tire noise. The gas mileage is very similar between the two cars. I usually average about 22mpg with mixed driving in the M3 maybe as high as mid 20's. Brake dust seems a little more manageable on the GT4 but then again the M3 has gloss black wheels. The M3 gear lever is one of the best I've had in an M car but I would say it is more "comfortable" for frequent shifting than the GT4s rifle-bolt style shifter. Ingress and egress is noticeably easier in the M3. As for base sound systems, I think the GT4s may be a little better than the M3.
Overall, I would definitely prefer a road trip in the M3 over the GT4. They are both awesome cars though.
08-23-2015, 11:05 PM
#38
Drifting
Thank you for posting this!
For oil changes, I've purchased a few extra drain plugs and the Porsche filter wrench tool from Suncoast Parts. Be very careful with the oil drain plug, as you figured it's very easy to strip.
For oil changes, I've purchased a few extra drain plugs and the Porsche filter wrench tool from Suncoast Parts. Be very careful with the oil drain plug, as you figured it's very easy to strip.
08-24-2015, 12:49 AM
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Accel Junky,
Net time you have the front wheels off could you grab the part numbers for the lower brake duct.
I want to see how the part numbers compare to mine.
Net time you have the front wheels off could you grab the part numbers for the lower brake duct.
I want to see how the part numbers compare to mine.
08-24-2015, 01:13 AM
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Great write up Accel!
BTW, is the front air dam a little flexible? I noticed that it is more prone to flexing (compared to other cars I had) if I move the black front lip up/down. I assume that's normal as to accommodate any slight bending due to the low height of the car.
BTW, is the front air dam a little flexible? I noticed that it is more prone to flexing (compared to other cars I had) if I move the black front lip up/down. I assume that's normal as to accommodate any slight bending due to the low height of the car.
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08-24-2015, 03:12 AM
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Great Job
Both pictures and info !!
Thanks very much
Best of luck
Kind regards
Ed
ps Those wheel weighs are damn impressive ...
Unless one goes to a smaller wheel, I don't think your going to do much better
Both pictures and info !!
Thanks very much
Best of luck
Kind regards
Ed
ps Those wheel weighs are damn impressive ...
Unless one goes to a smaller wheel, I don't think your going to do much better
08-24-2015, 06:49 AM
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08-24-2015, 08:37 AM
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Yes, thanks much for starting this thread. Very well done.
I have not taken my car to my shop where the other cars are stored, but I am wondering about getting my floor jack under the because it is so low. Is that photo showing front or rear point?
I have not taken my car to my shop where the other cars are stored, but I am wondering about getting my floor jack under the because it is so low. Is that photo showing front or rear point?
08-24-2015, 09:20 AM
#45
Burning Brakes
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Photo is of the rear side jack point. I use a low profile Harbor Freight racing jack and even with some plywood under it to protect the floor I had no trouble sliding right under.