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Old 12-18-2018, 07:43 PM
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Default The first obstacle for New coming GT4er!

Hi guys, after months homework and trips,
I finally bought my GT4 this week.



However, the first obstacle the GT4 faced is the driveway slope of my garage... I have to drive really slowly to save my bumper..
Do you know is there anything can help this issue? I don't even know what's the name of the tool.. garage slope lifter?

Im locate at Bay area San Jose CA, any GT4s around Bay too? would like to schedule 2019 track day within Christmas day~
Happy Holiday guys!
Old 12-18-2018, 07:52 PM
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I am really satisfied with the Bridjit curb ramp. It makes it much easier and comfortable to enter the driveway.

http://www.bridjit.com
Old 12-18-2018, 08:05 PM
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Congrats man!

Yep...GT4 is low. Have you tried driving up your driveway at an angle to avoid rubbing the lip?
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Thank you for prompt reply guys!

RLNTL3S, yes I tried.. needs to be very slow but still rub a bit.. maybe I need to find buffer for it..
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Nice looking GT4!

The product listed above is good or just go slow and scrap a bit because you’ll likely end of scraping during normal use anyway.
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Originally Posted by loyujung
Thank you for prompt reply guys!

RLNTL3S, yes I tried.. needs to be very slow but still rub a bit.. maybe I need to find buffer for it..
When I had my GT4 I scraped all the time, even hitting ramps and bumps at an angle. The lip is soft plastic, and is cheap to replace. I would just drive slowly and scrape lightly and not worry about it. Unless you can figure out a fix for your driveway.

Wish they had the nose lift option in the GT4's.
Old 12-18-2018, 08:23 PM
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Originally Posted by RLNTL3S
Wish they had the nose lift option in the GT4's.
There was one posted on here. All it took was $$$$$$.



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Originally Posted by ExMB
There was one posted on here. All it took was $$$$$$.

I'm talking about as a factory option... not DIY kit.
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Originally Posted by RLNTL3S
When I had my GT4 I scraped all the time, even hitting ramps and bumps at an angle. The lip is soft plastic, and is cheap to replace. I would just drive slowly and scrape lightly and not worry about it. Unless you can figure out a fix for your driveway.

Wish they had the nose lift option in the GT4's.
Yes.. like GT series with front lift.

What kind of phone holder you use on GT4?
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Congrats, she’s a beauty
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thank you Five12Free!

I was thinking red one too.. the blue win my attention at the end!
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Congratulations and welcome to the club. The front piece on the bumper that scrapes is easily and cheaply replaced. Doesn't make the sound less painful, but if you take it slow it isn't a huge deal.

There is a Rennlist member that does phone mounts. Site is t-design9.com. I have no affiliation but purchased a mount a few years ago from him.

Beautiful GT4. Enjoy it!
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Thank you iammacey!
Do you know which track organization has more GT4s?
trying to schedule my 2019 event road map.
cheers.
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Originally Posted by loyujung
Thank you iammacey!
Do you know which track organization has more GT4s?
trying to schedule my 2019 event road map.
cheers.
I do not. You can always join PCA and start with their Driver Education days. That's where you'll ensure the most Porsche engagement. Or you can look at Just Track It or Chin, but those will be diverse in attendees.

Someone local may have better suggestions as well.
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Originally Posted by loyujung
What kind of phone holder you use on GT4?
Pocket in the door...


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