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Old Feb 19, 2015 | 07:43 AM
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[QUOTE=F I definitely WILL NOT go for psp although I know that 4S I've ordered is more likely to have harder steering than 2S due to power on front wheels as well[/QUOTE]

At slow speeds very little if any power is delivered to the front wheels.
 
Old Feb 19, 2015 | 07:46 AM
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This feature only works at low parking lot speeds.

Over a certain speed limit you're in the same situation as a car without the feature.

It's been stated many times before it's a useless option to pay for most people.
 
Old Feb 19, 2015 | 11:33 AM
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It is upgradable!
 
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Old Feb 19, 2015 | 11:37 AM
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I have Power Steering Plus on the Cayenne S, but not on the 911. A vehicle as heavy as the Cayenne definitely benefits from additional steering assist, but I don't think the 911 needs it.
 
Old Feb 19, 2015 | 11:37 AM
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I have it. It is totally transparent. I would never order a Porsche without it... Love it..
 
Old Feb 19, 2015 | 12:34 PM
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I didn't get it but it would be nice to have. I'm surprised Porsche doesn't charge extra for power windows? I think they're missing a great value-up opportunity there!
 
Old Feb 19, 2015 | 09:07 PM
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Originally Posted by STG991
It is upgradable!
STG991 - thank you thank you thank you again!!
Just the info I was looking for.
 

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Old Feb 19, 2015 | 09:12 PM
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Glad to help.

If you go for it, keep us posted.

Curious in your before/after opinion.

Good luck.
 
Old Feb 20, 2015 | 02:22 PM
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With 20 inch + wheels it makes parking easier.
Does feel a bit artificial at low speeds but fine higher.
 
Old Feb 21, 2015 | 12:08 PM
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Originally Posted by tron786
With 20 inch + wheels it makes parking easier.
Does feel a bit artificial at low speeds but fine higher.
It only gets activated at low speeds, so that is why at other than parking/maneuvering speeds it isn't felt.

I'm not sure I consider a 991 with 20" wheels difficult to park without it. In fact I find the 991 low speed steering forces to be rather low.

Honestly I almost selected the + just because I was checking boxes on my build. But it felt weird at low speeds, felt like I was driving a ford LTD..

Go drive a 72 camero with nice wide tires to find out what what high steering forces at low speed are.

It is a feature that doesn't end up on very many must have's list..
 

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Old Feb 21, 2015 | 10:53 PM
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Originally Posted by GS997S
All PSP does is make your car feel like a Lexus at slow speeds. It is electric power steering just like the standard steering, it just makes it so you can twirl your wheel with your pinky in the parking lot if you like that.


can't do that. have you driven it?
 
Old Feb 22, 2015 | 03:37 PM
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Originally Posted by dogshyne
can't do that. have you driven it?
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Yes, Plain BS. This is typical negative feedback from someone who has never driven a car with PSP.





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Old Feb 23, 2015 | 08:32 AM
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Originally Posted by dogshyne
can't do that. have you driven it?
Yes, of course. Wouldn't comment if I hadn't. It's a personal choice. If you like the easier, lighter feel at slow speeds, then get it. The OP had asked if it was necessary.
 

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Old Feb 28, 2015 | 07:36 AM
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Originally Posted by GS997S
Yes, of course. Wouldn't comment if I hadn't. It's a personal choice. If you like the easier, lighter feel at slow speeds, then get it. The OP had asked if it was necessary.

in a 991? I just went into my garage and tried it and no dice. No pinky lexus turning of the wheel.

Is mine different from the rest?
 
Old Feb 28, 2015 | 10:41 AM
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Originally Posted by dogshyne
in a 991? I just went into my garage and tried it and no dice. No pinky lexus turning of the wheel.

Is mine different from the rest?
Do you have Power Steering Plus on your car?
 

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