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997.2 Before and After Photos Wheels and Interior Mods

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Old 12-02-2012, 05:05 PM
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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

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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.
 
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Old 12-02-2012, 05:23 PM
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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.
 
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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.
 
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Thanks for the advice. I'll address this in my thread (with picture) as I don't want to threadjack.
 
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Those wheels make it look like a totally different car! Looks Amazing!
 
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I love those wheels!
 
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The wheels really make the car look much nicer.
 
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I have always liked those wheels; nice choice.
 
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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.

 
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