997 2005-2012 911 C2, C2S, C4, C4S, GTS, Targa and Cabriolet Model Discussion.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: CARiD

997.2 Before and After Photos Wheels and Interior Mods

Thread Tools
 
Rate Thread
 
Old Dec 2, 2012 | 05:05 PM
  #1  
porschesurgeon's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Registered User
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 57
From: NJ
Rep Power: 17
porschesurgeon is infamous around these parts
997.2 Before and After Photos Wheels and Interior Mods

1. OEM SSK upgrade with Alcantara gear shifter and center console.
2. Rennline Pedals
3. Sprint Booster
4. Changed stock OEM 18" wheels and tires to 19" Michelin Pilot Super Sport

Comments:
Love the SSK - makes driving a pleasure even around the town at street speeds. The feel of the Alcantara is nothing short of "oooooh ahhhhh."

Rennline pedals help to make heal-toe shifting easier due to the wide and adjustable gas pedal (at least for me in my size 8 shoes).

Sprint Booster also helps with heal-toe and quick "blips" due to the fact that less pedal travel is required to increase engine RPM.

Even though the aftermarket 19" wheel are considerably heavier, the better tires makes the ride much less "harsh" and quieter on highways and around town driving. I have not had these wheels on the track. The primary reason I changed wheels was for cosmetic but I found the tires exceeding my expectations and recommend the brand/model strongly for off track.
 
Attached Images     
Old Dec 2, 2012 | 05:23 PM
  #2  
gonz996's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 1,150
From: Portsmouth, NH
Rep Power: 106
gonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond repute
Nice mods and glad to see you got your Ruf reps.

I hit a pot hole Friday night and I was surprised how well they held up - small knick on outer lip - my bumper didn't fair as well.
 
Old Dec 2, 2012 | 05:53 PM
  #3  
Steve997S's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 1,075
From: San Antonio
Rep Power: 91
Steve997S has a reputation beyond reputeSteve997S has a reputation beyond reputeSteve997S has a reputation beyond reputeSteve997S has a reputation beyond reputeSteve997S has a reputation beyond reputeSteve997S has a reputation beyond reputeSteve997S has a reputation beyond reputeSteve997S has a reputation beyond reputeSteve997S has a reputation beyond reputeSteve997S has a reputation beyond reputeSteve997S has a reputation beyond repute
Originally Posted by gonz996
Nice mods and glad to see you got your Ruf reps.

I hit a pot hole Friday night and I was surprised how well they held up - small knick on outer lip - my bumper didn't fair as well.
Did you take off the wheel to see if it's bent on the inside rim? It's more susceptible to bending on the inside than outside. Even a very small bend is hardly noticeable while driving, although easy to see on a balancing machine.
 
Old Dec 2, 2012 | 06:31 PM
  #4  
gonz996's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 1,150
From: Portsmouth, NH
Rep Power: 106
gonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond reputegonz996 has a reputation beyond repute
Thanks for the advice. I'll address this in my thread (with picture) as I don't want to threadjack.
 
Old Dec 2, 2012 | 06:34 PM
  #5  
eldertec's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 953
From: Ellicott City
Rep Power: 62
eldertec is a splendid one to beholdeldertec is a splendid one to beholdeldertec is a splendid one to beholdeldertec is a splendid one to beholdeldertec is a splendid one to beholdeldertec is a splendid one to beholdeldertec is a splendid one to beholdeldertec is a splendid one to behold
Those wheels make it look like a totally different car! Looks Amazing!
 
Old Dec 2, 2012 | 06:38 PM
  #6  
Fskof's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 117
From: Milwaukee, Wi
Rep Power: 30
Fskof is a splendid one to beholdFskof is a splendid one to beholdFskof is a splendid one to beholdFskof is a splendid one to beholdFskof is a splendid one to beholdFskof is a splendid one to beholdFskof is a splendid one to behold
I love those wheels!
 
Old Dec 2, 2012 | 09:47 PM
  #7  
Bokchoys's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 118
From: SF Bay Area
Rep Power: 21
Bokchoys is infamous around these parts
The wheels really make the car look much nicer.
 
Old Dec 3, 2012 | 07:02 AM
  #8  
cairo94507's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 552
From: San Ramon Valley, CA
Rep Power: 40
cairo94507 is a jewel in the roughcairo94507 is a jewel in the roughcairo94507 is a jewel in the rough
I have always liked those wheels; nice choice.
 
Old Dec 3, 2012 | 10:43 AM
  #9  
ECS Tuning - Porsche's Avatar
Former Vendor
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 9,607
From: Wadsworth, OH
Rep Power: 0
ECS Tuning - Porsche Is a GOD !ECS Tuning - Porsche Is a GOD !ECS Tuning - Porsche Is a GOD !ECS Tuning - Porsche Is a GOD !ECS Tuning - Porsche Is a GOD !ECS Tuning - Porsche Is a GOD !ECS Tuning - Porsche Is a GOD !ECS Tuning - Porsche Is a GOD !ECS Tuning - Porsche Is a GOD !ECS Tuning - Porsche Is a GOD !ECS Tuning - Porsche Is a GOD !
Love those wheels very nice work on the modifications !! Now you need a Wheel Tree for storage. Enjoy and keep us posted on future modification plans.

 
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Lowtush
Automobiles For Sale
13
Jan 25, 2022 10:48 AM
alevine
GT3/GT2
19
Nov 4, 2015 10:05 AM
gulf gt
Aston Martin
46
Aug 27, 2015 10:27 AM
vividracing
GT3/GT2
0
Aug 21, 2015 09:56 AM
TrackOne
Automobiles For Sale
0
Aug 20, 2015 12:56 PM



You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 03:06 PM.