New 991 Owner & PDCC + SPASM Observations
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I'm glad more people are warming up to PDCC! I'm anxiously awaiting my PDCC (but regular PASM) 991S scheduled for delivery in early April. 
And the even tire wear is something that Sascha Glaeser mentioned to me as well. It's not something that Porsche officially promotes about the PDCC, but it was a nice side benefit that they noticed while extensively testing it on the track. He said they ended up replacing the tires much less frequently compared to the cars without PDCC.
It would be interesting to see a comparison of SPASM vs regular PASM in PDCC equipped cars. I wonder how the lowered and stiffer suspension would affect the handling in a car that was already equipped with PDCC...
And the even tire wear is something that Sascha Glaeser mentioned to me as well. It's not something that Porsche officially promotes about the PDCC, but it was a nice side benefit that they noticed while extensively testing it on the track. He said they ended up replacing the tires much less frequently compared to the cars without PDCC.
It would be interesting to see a comparison of SPASM vs regular PASM in PDCC equipped cars. I wonder how the lowered and stiffer suspension would affect the handling in a car that was already equipped with PDCC...
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That includes a bunch of know-it-all journo's ! Another reason why not to put too much emphasis on reviews and best to go with your own intuition and impressions.
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I got PDCC with SPASM and x51 with PDK, can't be happier for a daily driver. Keeping in mind I came from 997.2 GT3. This combo of options didn't make me feel of any sort of down grade. At least until the 991 GT3/RS comes out, may be! This combo makes the 991 a non GT ride in my opinion. I have tried both set ups (PDCC and SPSAM Vs none) before I order my car. In my opinion, if you like your 911 to be really spotty and not intending to go to the GT3 route then go for PDCC and SPSAM and don't miss the x51 if it is economically feasible for you. Let's see how would this advise holds me from wanting a 991 GT3
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[QUOTE=ww007;3761306]I'm glad more people are warming up to PDCC! I'm anxiously awaiting my PDCC (but regular PASM) 991S scheduled for delivery in early April.
And the even tire wear is something that Sascha Glaeser mentioned to me as well. It's not something that Porsche officially promotes about the PDCC, but it was a nice side benefit that they noticed while extensively testing it on the track. He said they ended up replacing the tires much less frequently compared to the cars without PDCC.
Ditto on greatly increased tire life, especially on track, reported to me from
the Porsche Experience instructors on their car's tires with PDCC. Recently traded my 996 TT for C2S with SPASM and PDCC. Superlative!!!!!
Another advantage of PDCC, which is seldom mentioned, is that PDCC cars
do not use the "electric" DC motor driven steering pump system. The greater Torque Required to adjust the Roll Bars require an Engine Driven pump System. Frankly, I notice very little difference driving the 2 systems and believe the "lack of steering feedback" reported in road tests is far more a function of additional chassis isolation and suspension design to reduce
the "bump steer" effect of previous 911 models.
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And the even tire wear is something that Sascha Glaeser mentioned to me as well. It's not something that Porsche officially promotes about the PDCC, but it was a nice side benefit that they noticed while extensively testing it on the track. He said they ended up replacing the tires much less frequently compared to the cars without PDCC.
Ditto on greatly increased tire life, especially on track, reported to me from
the Porsche Experience instructors on their car's tires with PDCC. Recently traded my 996 TT for C2S with SPASM and PDCC. Superlative!!!!!
Another advantage of PDCC, which is seldom mentioned, is that PDCC cars
do not use the "electric" DC motor driven steering pump system. The greater Torque Required to adjust the Roll Bars require an Engine Driven pump System. Frankly, I notice very little difference driving the 2 systems and believe the "lack of steering feedback" reported in road tests is far more a function of additional chassis isolation and suspension design to reduce
the "bump steer" effect of previous 911 models.
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Another advantage of PDCC explained to me by the Porsche Experience Instructors is that
it provides a more compliant ride in daily driving since the roll bars, when not stressed,
are in a relaxed position permitting a softer ride when not needed, while responding in Milliseconds by torquing the Front or Rear bars as needed for sharp curves or track work. The standard roll bars remain in fixed positions limiting compliance whether needed or not. Truly the Best of both worlds!!! I expect the GT models to have these as standard.
it provides a more compliant ride in daily driving since the roll bars, when not stressed,
are in a relaxed position permitting a softer ride when not needed, while responding in Milliseconds by torquing the Front or Rear bars as needed for sharp curves or track work. The standard roll bars remain in fixed positions limiting compliance whether needed or not. Truly the Best of both worlds!!! I expect the GT models to have these as standard.
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