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  1. Wads
    Its lame to some but it does make a noticable difference. The main reason for going for the option is that Sport mode gives you a much more relaxed PSM intervention point...... this means you can get the back out without the PSM cutting the power and spoiling the fun. In the UK you could request Sport Chrono without the stopwatch but it never appeared as an official option so most people didn't realise it was possible.
  2. Wads
    You either have to swap out the entire unit for the latest PCM sat nav unit or buy a new Boxster/Cayman...... neither of which is cheap! Another option is to hook up an MP3 player but thats not easy either....... Denison are hopefully going to produce a connector cable that works with the Porsche system so that you can plug in your iPod
  3. Wads
    I've had the shoe lace problem (is it common?) on my 987....... basically its a crappy thin elastic cord that runs across inside the soft-top, when it stretches or snaps (as happened to mine) it tends to get trapped when you close the top :censored: I just pushed mine out of the way with the hood half up. It broke within two weeks of delivery :lol:
  4. Wads
    As the link doesn't seem to go to a particular video I'm not sure which one we are talking about....... but I've seen a video on there before with a black 987s being followed (and taped) by a Corvette...... is that the one?
  5. Wads
    I have a PASM equiped 987S and would say its perfect as it is....... as far as I know the PASM dampers simply replace the standard dampers AND that the same springs are used as those on a standard 987. I would say that the springs are on the softer side of firm. I personally wouldn't lower it any further as mine already catches speed bumps. My car spends most of its driving time set to sport mode as I prefer the firmer settup...... on very bad roads I switch back to normal mode as it soaks up the lumps and bumps better.
  6. Wads
    I'm fairly sure that the 987 is produced in the same facilities as the 986 and as such the majority are made in Finland. Most people I know in the UK regard having a Finnish made car as a good thing because German cars seem to have more problems....... as the majority of the expertise is based in Finland (because of the volume of Boxsters built there) German made cars may not be built to the same standards. My 987S was built in Finland
  7. Wads
    The only rumour I've heard so far is that the 997 Turbo is the first porsche that will come with the PDK/DSG box...... that doesn't automatically mean that the 997 Turbo won't first come out with the tiptronic while they finish off the PDK however I would expect Porsche want to introduce some new technology at the launch of the 997 T so PDK is likely to feature from day one. When do you get your 987?
  8. Wads
    The way I understand it is that the restrictor plate is there ONLY to reduce noise and prevent large particles from enetring the intake (eg. cig butts). People that have done the mod generally report better fuel economy and slightly better low end pull. From a technical point of view I can't see any reason for the plate other than noise reduction....... if you want lots of air getting to the engine you generally wouldn't place a big disc in the way of the air flow.
  9. Wads
    Just try to avoid getting the discs wet....... a wash more than once a week is pretty excessive if you ask me but I guess it depends how dirty a place you live in and how many miles you do. Also I'd avoid using wet cloths....... using plenty of clean water is the best way to remove dirt, the less water you use on your cleaning cloth/sponge probably increases your chances of rubbing grit across your paintwork.
  10. Wads
    A good bit of fun! And the Boxster won :P I tested the SLK55 for 5 days as it and the 987S were the two cars I ended up choosing between...... its a monster and a very nice car BUT I didn't like the auto gearbox, it didn't handle as well as the Box and it drank fuel at an alarming rate (11mpg) so the Boxster won it for me. If you can afford the AMG and like an auto you will love it!
  11. Wads
    The hardtop and mechanism add unwanted weight to the car and take up valuable storage space. The retractable hardtop will hopefully not appear on all sports cars in the future but fashion often rules when it comes to design so I wouldn't rule it out. The SLK weights quite a lot more than the 987 and I suspect most of that extra weight is down to the hardtop. If the hardtop is a real problem for you (and you have space to store it) why don't you get the 987 hardtop as an option? its quick to put on or take off. Although I liked the SLK350 and SLK55 that I tested they both felt much heavier and less nimble than the 987S that I ended up buying.
  12. Wads
    If performance is important to you get the S however if you REALLY must have the tiptronic you will probably be better off with the SLK350. The 350 will be quicker than the 987S Tip...... in fact if you had a 987S Tip you could find that a base 987 manual will be quicker (the 2.7 manual is quicker on paper than the 3.2 Tip).
  13. Wads
    Possible but pure speculation at the moment! 2008 is a LONG way away. The 997 still has a few models to come before Porsche will be ready to bring in the next version...... we still haven't seen the Turbo or GT3 and there could be a GT3 RS or even GT2 model...... Do you really want to wait that long for your next car? why not get the 987 enjoy it for a few years and then try something else.
  14. Wads
    Pardon? DSG shifts are almost seamless..... you can hardly tell that the gear change has happened! SMG first generation were very jerky when shifting at high revs, SMG II shifts are much smoother but still not quite as smooth as the Merc 7G (or AMG version)...... I've driven them all and the Porsche Tiptronic is rubbish in comparison. I hope the Porsche DSG will give the company a good alternative to the manual. I sit in traffic for two hours every day and still prefer the manual.......
  15. Wads
    You are lucky! 3 friends at work went for the optional 19" wheels and ended up with Conti tyres while I got the pukka Pilot Sports...... they were NOT happy! :eek:
  16. Wads
    Dual clutch gearbox that always has the next gear ready...... when you change gear it is instant with no drop in acceleration. Since Porsche have just purchased the majority share in VW I suspect they will use the newly developed DSG type technology now seen in the Veyron. P.S. To answer the original question Tiptronic is crap!
  17. Wads
    My 987 has 19" carrera classics. They look superb and the tyre grip is phenomenal. Do you have the PSM option on your car? With PSM active, the 19" wheels give a smooth ride over almost any surface ( we know- we toured the west of Ireland) . With PSM selected off, the ride is firm and somewhat 'jiggly', but it is not unaccepatable in what is a true sports car. If you have not optioned PSM, go for the 18" wheels and tyres. The greater tyrewall depth will give extra absortion of vertical displacements and a smoother ride. Few people will notice the reduced grip under normal road conditions. Sorry to be pedantic but you mean PASM rather than PSM...... PASM is always "on" but it has two modes, sport mode (which you activate via a switch) is harder than normal mode which is always there doing its thing when you don't need the added response given by sport mode. Also the 18" wheels and tyres give just as much grip as the 19"...... in the UK the 18" usually come fitted with Mitchelin Pilot Sport tyres which are actually better than the Continental tyres fitted to the 19"s......
  18. Wads
    18" are Walter Rhorls choice...... if they are good enough for the Porsche test driver they ere good enough for me. If/when you buy your 987 PLEASE don't buy the tiptronic! the manual is the way to go if you enjoy driving.
  19. Wads
    It makes some difference. The engine noise sounds more throaty. My wife says she can hear it more than before (i.e., someone on the street can hear it more -- it's louder outside the car). I appear to be getting slightly better gas mileage, approx 0.3-0.4 mpg. That's not scientific, though, but it makes sense. There have been reports (one really) that removing the snorkel will result in lower mpg, FYI. All in all, I am going to leave off the restrictor plate. I can't imagine a reason to re-install it. tmc You say you get better gas mileage but then say a report said to expect lower (worse) mpg???? Has anyone with a de-restricted 987 driven it in heavy rain yet? Being in the UK I'm still concerned that water will get sucked into the engine in bad weather as we tend to get a fair bit of rain! any word from somebody who has driven in rain a few times without problem would be very welcome as I'm looking for any excuse to mod mine :thumbup:
  20. Wads
    And does it make much difference?...... how much louder is it and how does the character of the intake noise vary by revs? :cheers:
  21. Wads
    Kevin as you have the technical diagrams is there any sign of a water trap or is there a risk that water entering the snorkel area could get into the air filter/engine?
  22. Wads
    Living in the UK (where is rains a fair amount!) I'm a little concerned that water could get in as well...... is that the main function of the restrictor plate? I assumed it was to restrict noise but it may be to restrict water entry? :help:
  23. Wads
    Yes please!!!!!! Is the desnorkeled sound much louder than normal...... I have a 987S but would like it to be a bit more raucous.
  24. Wads
    No clicking on my 987 spoiler
  25. Wads
    TP are you saying that you can just pull them off? aren't there any securing screws at all? Also can that ugly plastic cover be removed once you have the grill off?
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