Spyder Modifications
07-21-2016, 01:05 PM
#527
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Definitely thinking about the PCV venting system described a couple pages back... just have to figure out how to access engine from the top on a Spyder. Anyone have a DIY to access engine on the top? I'd like to do it even just to see the engine!!
(even though access not the greatest, it is easy to "see" the engine on my 914's)
(even though access not the greatest, it is easy to "see" the engine on my 914's)
07-21-2016, 02:06 PM
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Definitely thinking about the PCV venting system described a couple pages back... just have to figure out how to access engine from the top on a Spyder. Anyone have a DIY to access engine on the top? I'd like to do it even just to see the engine!!
(even though access not the greatest, it is easy to "see" the engine on my 914's)
(even though access not the greatest, it is easy to "see" the engine on my 914's)
hope this video helps:
07-21-2016, 03:59 PM
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This one is actually a little easier and more specific to the Spyder
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8LjxiNwXzs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8LjxiNwXzs
07-22-2016, 01:41 PM
#532
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Wheels look great. Big fan of mesh design. What's the weight penalty? Since you went GT4-spec, direct comparison is impossible. How much did stock rims weigh? Obviously, the unsprung weight has increased. How does the car feel, on the street, if you can feel the differences at all? And, what's the verdict on Sport Header? Thanks.
07-24-2016, 05:33 PM
#533
Thanks. Haven't weighed them, but suspect FF01 may weigh a bit more, if anything due to greater width. I want to say that the car feels more planted, but the truth is that I have not been pushing the car enough to compare limits of adhesion. I can definitely say that the Fabspeed sport headers has made a significant improvement in acceleration, particularly at 3500-4500 rpm range. The noise gains were actually much more than I was anticipating compared to what others reported here. Exhaust note is spectacular, especially when screaming past 5,000 rpm. Overrun is ridiculous. I tell you that I am now looking for aftermarket exhaust options on my 991 RS, as it sounds somewhat tame compared to the Spyder!
07-25-2016, 04:51 AM
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Thanks. Haven't weighed them, but suspect FF01 may weigh a bit more, if anything due to greater width. I want to say that the car feels more planted, but the truth is that I have not been pushing the car enough to compare limits of adhesion. I can definitely say that the Fabspeed sport headers has made a significant improvement in acceleration, particularly at 3500-4500 rpm range. The noise gains were actually much more than I was anticipating compared to what others reported here. Exhaust note is spectacular, especially when screaming past 5,000 rpm. Overrun is ridiculous. I tell you that I am now looking for aftermarket exhaust options on my 991 RS, as it sounds somewhat tame compared to the Spyder!
Let's talk about your 991 RS when you have a chance. We have quite the variety of products available for it, but I feel our Valved Side Muffler Bypass Pipes would be a perfect fit to spice it up for you
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07-26-2016, 01:20 PM
#535
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....... I can definitely say that the Fabspeed sport headers has made a significant improvement in acceleration, particularly at 3500-4500 rpm range. The noise gains were actually much more than I was anticipating compared to what others reported here. Exhaust note is spectacular, especially when screaming past 5,000 rpm. Overrun is ridiculous. I tell you that I am now looking for aftermarket exhaust options on my 991 RS, as it sounds somewhat tame compared to the Spyder!
07-28-2016, 06:41 PM
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Looking for some input
Just picked up a new spyder, adding ipd plenum and 82 mm TB with Cobb AP this week ( have this set set up on my 13 tts with Kline exhaust which is awesome )
I am looking to add new manifolds to complete the mods for this car.
So as far as I know and please correct me I f I'm wrong, there are only 3 manufacturers currently making manifolds for 981 . So looking for feed back from anyone that has installed them
Fab speed ( which I'm not a fan of , I was one of the unfortunate purchasers of their max flow exhaust for 04 996 tt which was the worst 3 grand I have spent on a mod.) so hesitant to give them any more $$$$
Cargraphic seems to always get great reviews but seems hard to find a US retailer that has any in the country
Fvd which always seems to deliver great products
So welcome thoughts and suggestions
Just picked up a new spyder, adding ipd plenum and 82 mm TB with Cobb AP this week ( have this set set up on my 13 tts with Kline exhaust which is awesome )
I am looking to add new manifolds to complete the mods for this car.
So as far as I know and please correct me I f I'm wrong, there are only 3 manufacturers currently making manifolds for 981 . So looking for feed back from anyone that has installed them
Fab speed ( which I'm not a fan of , I was one of the unfortunate purchasers of their max flow exhaust for 04 996 tt which was the worst 3 grand I have spent on a mod.) so hesitant to give them any more $$$$
Cargraphic seems to always get great reviews but seems hard to find a US retailer that has any in the country
Fvd which always seems to deliver great products
So welcome thoughts and suggestions
08-01-2016, 05:20 PM
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I just ordered the Kline manifolds for my Spyder and a friends GT4. We also went with the Cobb access port, IPd plenum and GT 3 TB. No exhaust at this time, as the stock exhaust is fine. Who knows, maybe we will hear something that must replace the PSE. Sam Ahdoot with by Design Automotive is a distributor for a lot of manufacturers. He can give you some idea. Great resource. And sorry John, if I went Fabspeed, you are my guy!
08-03-2016, 09:29 PM
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^^^^^ looks incredible! Love the way that turned out! Congrats. Great choice and great style.