That's right . It feels like new car . I only drove it about 4 miles home so I will need more seat time .

Here are my first impressions -
1) The Gt2 clutch conversion - This makes the point of engagement so much easier to find . No longer is there a mustery as to where will the clutch grab . It is not for the weak legged but considering that my left knee is not what it was at age 25 I can confidently say that the new clutch is worth the effort . I despised the power sssist feature of the stock clutch and when I upgraded to the stage three the engagement was even more of an issue and this solves it all.

2) Pss10 -Oh my --hit a bump with the old Techart springs in sport mode and it can crack ones teeth but this gives a softer yet more planted ride . Gt2 sway bars are expected to add stability but I need more time to fully drive this.

3) Tubi race --This is the exhast to get . At low rpms in stop and go it gives such a nice growl . One can listen to the radio . It's actually less drone at low speeds too . Yet give a little gas and it's a very crisp , pleasant , ferocious note . It gets noticed and sounds mean in a good kind of way like music -- as opposed to bad mean which is more like noise .

4)The new software coupled with the Tubi do provide a noticeable effect on the performance . My butt dyno says it feels spicy. That's good enough for me .

5) The Brembo -wow -the car REALLY stops . Again more time is needed .

6) The silver painted console and redline pedals . This really brings a black interior to life. Major cosmetic difference .

So that's my first impresion .

 

I am going to drive a little more --see you guys later.

 

wow, it probably feels like a new car. enjoy it and don't forget a sound clip/video with the new exhaust.

 

awesome!

 

Wow good for you man.. good for you. Sounds like a great car all the way around. Be safe!

 

modding a 997TT is a dream man. Enjoy every SECOND of it.

Oh and pictures and videos are always helpful

 

Good stuff

 

That's great to here. Enjoy. If you ever want to sell your old Tubi's, let me know.

 

I'm back . I will take pictures. as for sound I never had a youtube account but hope to make some video where one can hear the sound . When it's done I'll figure out a way to mail it to those who are interested rather than on youtube . On the first drive I opened the window which is a very rare event to hear it even more. Then I closed it . I just had to hear the full sound. It's incredible. I am still speechless .

N2it was right . It took him three exhausts if I recall and this is by far the best note on the car . It really isn't so loud that one can't hear the radio or converse but loud enough to roar .

 

I must say I am emotionally exhausted. The build up to get my car back wore me out . I barely slept and yet I am still alert and awake-- just drained .

The aftermath of this mod buying frenzy has me still in awe, somewhat in shock at the enormous transformation, financially stretched, but overall I have this peaceful smile that comes with knowing that what started as an idea of a modified car came to be . And it's mine !!!

So I may just stare at it awhile , pamper it too , use it for Sunday drives , and one day with enough time and enjoyment see what the track has to offer .

Right now -it's so precious I just like looking at it . I don't mind it being a garage queen in this stage . I have the rest of my life to enjoy this in slow stages as long as I wish and I want to savor each moment and cherish every mile to get the most out of the experience of a childhood dream come true .

 

Very well composed, I am anxious too see the pictures and watch some videos
I am still in awe from my stock turbo performance, I can only imagine of what your car is like - drive safe!!

 

. I began my project with this car in segments only 200 miles after I bought it 19 months ago . Each stage has heightened the experience to its completion .

In many ways we both have new cars . You have great options and choices ahead . In the meantime --enjoy your new car too. Welcome aboard.

 

+1, agree!!

 

Excellent news and what a car you have! Look forward to reading more on your impressions and viewing the photos. Yes and the Tubi Race will never come off my car!

Hope you can sleep now

 

You were spot on with the suggestion . Thanks.
With so many different upgrades placed on the car all at one time --its like sensory overload I'll hear the exhaust then shift focus to the clutch or even look at the interior . It's all so grand .

I will drive the car more but prefer driving in the daytime and rarely drive it at night or rain . It's nice to see the car in the sunlight on a nice crisp day like a Tuesday afternoon when people are busy or a Sunday when highways are less congested and no trucks kicking up pebbles .

I keep looking at it though ..