Car was dropped off this afternoon for the GT3 bumper install. Hope to have it back Friday!

 

Any experts on radar / laser detectors? I have the 9500ci system and am wondering if placing the laser shifters behind the metal screen will interfere with detection or shifting. Any guesses? Maybe I should have the screens cut around the detector and shifters???

 

Where in ATL are you having the bumper done? If you do get screens, you will need to cut around the jammers. This is all best done with the bumper off, so before the shop mounts it.
CATTMAN

 

Judging by the way you pose the question, I presume you're trying to lead the witness. I was actually quite careful with my words in saying that it provides additional cooling headroom which is irrefutable.
In general, the car does not need the third radiator as far as I know - unless it's frequently in hot climates, while in stop and go conditions, with air conditioning running, and perhaps other mods adding more power and heat to the engine compartment.
But clearly, like virtually every mod that many of us add to the car, it is not needed.

 

+1

We install MANY GT3 bumpers, we cut out our own screens and we recommend them as well.

-Nathan

 

Insurance is covering it, so I am just having Jim Ellis Porsche do it for me.

Actually, relooking at the bumper, the jammer and detector will be in front of the grille. The grilles are mounted on the back side of the bumper.

 

Didn't meant to lead anyone, just wanted to know what specific knowledge exists to validate the claim. Yes, a 3rd rad would add more cooling headroom. So would a 4th and a 5th and a 6th. The Veyron has I believe 12 radiators. I live in ATL, drive in stop and go, AC on, with power mods, and my standard 2 rads have been no problem at all.

I am about to add an SC, and the required 3rd rad for the intercooler, so if you had any specific info I was eager to hear what it was, as I am cautious. However, if all you're saying is that more radiators add more cooling, sure. That's all
CATTMAN

 

Patrija, Please clarify for me. From your post I understand you are adding a GT3 front bumper to a 997.1 C4S. Is the bumper a direct bolt on to the car or are modifications reqired. I thought the GT3 was based on the narrow body cars. I have a 997.2 C4S and would like to add a GT3 front and rear bumper with wing. Will they fit on my car as a "bolt on" with minimal modifications?
Appreciate any input from members or suppliers.
thanks.

 

The difference between narrow bodies vs. wide bodies is in the rear, and begins at the B paller, back. It's the rear width that defines it as either narrow or wide.
CATTMAN

 

Pics of the new bumper. Sorry for the crappy iPhone camera.
I love it!!

 

Looks really great. I have wanted to do this for such a long time.

 

Looks great! Where did you get the gt3 front bumper?

 

I believe I still have a GT3 center vent in CF as well as the bumper screens, brand-new Porsche parts, never installed. I bought them for a 2007 GT3RS but never installed them. Bought them from Gert @ Carnewal.

I'd be happy to sell them. I need to see if I can find the box in my garage.

 

You have a few options on screens:

Option 1: Cup Car screens which are in my opinion much better looking as they have a 3 dimensional look and are factory pieces.

6 speed online price $ 516.00 IN STOCK








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Option 2: Flat mesh that installs behind the inlets, available in silver or black. It is a clean look but will cost more in labor to install as it can be a pain to get the bumper cover back on with the mesh behind the inlets.

6 speed online price $ 236.00 IN STOCK.





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If you need to replace the chin spoiler it is a simple install and here are a few options:

Cup spoiler without airducts $ 176.00 IN STOCK




Cup spoiler with air ducts $ 195.00 IN STOCK




Thanks,
Rhonda