996 Turbo / GT2 Turbo discussion on previous model 2000-2005 Porsche 911 Twin Turbo and 911 GT2.

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Old May 26, 2007 | 07:32 PM
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Thanks Neil!

I've had my car since last fall and have tried to be very deliberate in my choice of modifications over the past few months. Started out slow with the JIC Cross Competition (9k/12k) suspension and, of course, new wheels (need the bling). Took the car out to the track a few times since the installation and the handling was MUCH better than stock. Not just cornering where one would expect it, but on the straights too. The car just seemed more "planted" throughout the circuit. During one DE I also added and H&R sway bar and that fine tuned the car even further-it seems perfect now.

As I got more confident with the car I finally decided to have the ECU flashed and all I can say is WOW! I've been to the track twice since the flash and it is simply amazing. The throttle response is awesome, powerful and purposeful, but not overwhelming. Why Porsche doesn't put the car out like this from factory is beyond me.

I'm already hankering for more power, but want to wait until I know I can handle what I have. As I'm still a novice and this car is already much more powerful than anything I've ever owned, I know it will take experience to put to use all this awesome machine has to offer.

The reason for the post is to thank Neil Orton for all that he has done for me throughout this process. He's a true Porsche enthusiast and it shows in his work and how he advises his customers. He installed the suspension and ECU on my car and have thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience, before, during, and obviously, after. I look forward to his assistance in future modifications and recommend him highly to anyone that is considering modifying their Porsches.

Thanks Neil and keep up the good work.

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Congrats and welcome to the Dark Side. Once you start modding it is hard to stop.
 
Old May 26, 2007 | 09:25 PM
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Alex glad to see your enjoying the mods.
 
Old May 26, 2007 | 09:44 PM
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Neil did a friend of mines 04 Turbo Cab this winter and this car is now
quite fast (I was at track all weekend). His car pulls 1.1 full boost and
is faster than my PSI 480 (my previous set-up). Neil is no longer doing
PSI stuff.

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Old May 26, 2007 | 09:48 PM
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Thanks Marty.
Hopefully we soon be doing a few track days myself in our 3.8 S/C Cayman.God help everyone.

Neil
 
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Originally Posted by Neil
Thanks Marty.
Hopefully we soon be doing a few track days myself in our 3.8 S/C Cayman.God help everyone.

Neil
I'm gonna spank you in your 700 hp cayman at the track, better dust off the old racing shoes there Neil.

Of course if you guys want a orton test driver (hint hint). You should run the time attack with Super Street starting at Road Atlanta in August and then on to button willow for the championships.


Just dont get banned for spanking the rice burners too bad like GMG did
 
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Careful, modding is highly addictive and contagious. I was diagnosed several years ago, now I've spread it to all of my friends too.
 
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Originally Posted by RennTechV12
Careful, modding is highly addictive and contagious. I was diagnosed several years ago, now I've spread it to all of my friends too.
When I take him for a ride in my turbo next weekend at little talledega he'll want more instantly.
 
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