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So all came out and got replaced with a neat finish by a professional.
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First 12 months of ownership of a second hand car : no mods, just getting to know the weaknesses of the car and replace / repair what is needed.
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I'm close to finalizing a deal on an 04 4S cab. Already thinking us some updates. I'd love to hear what people have done or recommendations.
My list so far:
Storage bin - replacing cd storage
Speakers front/rear and sub
Clear side markers
Sirius radio, but I want to keep head unit
RMS/IMS when clutch gets replaced
^^^ Agreed. Address any needed mechanical work before you do anything. THEN, I recommend:
- Exhaust (Fister, Gundo hack or Fabspeed are the most popular)
- Suspension (M030 if you want an OEM upgrade, or a set of coilovers will really transform how the car drives)
- Clear corner lights
- Aftermarket stereo (seriously, just spend the $200 for a decent Pioneer or Alpine unit with Bluetooth and iPod integration)
- Short shifter (997 short shifter is a popular one)
I've dyno'ed a lot of 996's & 997's with all different exhaust configurations from ours & other manufacturers - the best bang for your buck as far as exhaust power gains are concerned on a 997S are Fabspeed's Sport headers. X51 headers produce the same peak power, but our Sport Headers produce noticeably more low & mid range torque, which is where most of your driving is spent.
Yes! Baseline the maintenance first, then start modifications. Personally I most enjoy my "fister" style mufflers ($60 local exhaust shop) and 997 shifter with EvoMS SwiftShift. Though when I do suspension this spring it may jump to the top of the list.
One outstanding mod that will improve visibility and make driving safer is a clip-on wide view mirror. Pay for quality - I paid about $75 on Amazon and consider it the best accessory I've ever purchased and would never go back to the stock mirror.
Honestly; I'd say just drive the car for 3 months to see if you're hit with any unexpected issues/costs, and then start thinking about mods. You will have a better idea for yourself what you'd want out of it as well!
not sure this applies to 2004,
Cab hack $Free (cut wire to enable closing/opening at any speed, try not to go too fast)
Smart Top $400 (open top with key fob), illegal in Canada for manufactures to offer that not sure about USA i would think with more litigious system would be the same). Its pretty cool to be walking to car press key fob and the top opens, or closes it as you walking away.
In terms of bolt-on performance upgrades, there isn't a whole lot you can do with these cars without resorting to high-dollar builds (like forced induction, head work, etc.). Porsche did a pretty good job of wringing out all the power they can make from the factory.
In terms of aesthetics, the sky is limit in terms of options, but that's more a matter of personal taste. Personally, I think less is more with these cars; and I think you'll find that's the general consensus around here.
So worthy of quoting that it should be a sticky. If you want more power out of your 996, sell it and buy a TT or GT3. Because in the end that will be more cost effective. I'm convinced that my Fister style mufflers and EvoMS intake added exactly zero HP to my C2, but they were worth every penny for making it sound like a Porsche.
I second the driving for three months bit. Although you've now probably driven it for 4 extra months so I'd be interested to see what you've done.
I've owned performance cars before, but picked up my first 911 996 last week. I'm planning on just keeping an eye on the CEL, and any ticks, bangs and other weird things going on first for the next two or three months to get used to it.
Then I'll throw in a short shifter, half roll cage and better coils etc as it's going to be a part time track car. Only thing I've done so far is update the stereo head unit and fix the speakers, as who ever the moron was who's played with the electrics at some point had completely taken out the door speakers and tried to do a diy bluetooth hands free that just........well it was just wrong. So all came out and got replaced with a neat finish by a professional. Any smart man never lets me near a big tool kit.
Also the tinting got redone as it had a cheap job at some point and it was all purple and peeling. I'm sure it's illegal in Florida to drive a 911 with bad purple tint at least as far as other Porsche owners go
That's my two cents
So I've had my 4s cab 5 months and I'm really enjoying it. I could use more power and could see getting a TT down the road some.
At this point I've done a few
few mods.
Clear sides
Non smoker
Cd delete
Interior led's
Bumperplugs
Tow hook license plate bracket
Audiovox dice uni fm modulator for iPhone
4 speakers - 2ohm JBL GTO's
Still want to:
Painted bumperettes
997 ssk
H&R sport springs
if you are going to add a clear bra do it now before any rock chips - I had mine done with the xpel wrap it was about $750 also if you are going to upgrade the sound system do it now and enjoy it
Water pump.
LN IMSB.
AOS while you're in there.
Replace the clutch helper spring - you will NOT believe the driveability difference. I used the light Home Depot spring. $5
Climate control hack to monitor some DME stuff. Free
Search for the threads on these suggestions.
I have an '03 Cab that I have had for about 3 years and have done the following mods. I can honestly say I haven't regretted a single one.
- Handling - H&R lowering springs w/ Bilstein HDs, Dunlop Durezza ZII's
- Breathing - FabSpeed Exhaust, Xpipe 200 cell cats and FabSpeed CF competition intake
- Aero - Cup car splitter
- B&M SSK
- Interior - iPad mini integration w/ Bluetooth hands free calling (kept factory Bose system); leather rear center console; ashtray delete, Llyod's matts piped in red, grippy pedals, DCTMS T96 flat bottomed steering wheel (waiting on this to come in).
- Track time - very important if you want to really learn drive this machine anywhere near its capabilities.
While I don't consider them mods I also have done several maintenance items, IMS, clutch, brakes, fluids, magnetic drain plug, upgraded oil (DT40 Joe Gibbs), replaced ignition, head light switch, frunk and engine compartment struts, various micro switches, expansion tank and top. Great thing about these cars is you can really make it your own and enjoy the hell out of it. Sent from my iPad using Rennlist
- SS brake lines and a fluid flush
- GT3 brake ducts
- good tire pressure gauge
- breaker bar with socket for wheel lugs (mine split in half the first time I needed it)
I'm glad that you enjoy your Fabspeed System. Although I know this is an older thread that Chris had previously posted on, we do have a fantastic line of 996 products that really help the 996 open up and breathe. Check out our product line
here
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Our Maxflo Performance Exhaust increases horsepower and torque by 12 whp and 10 ft-lbs while saveing 11 lbs versus the factory components.
Includes Fabspeed's Deluxe Quad-Style Tips in Polished or Black Chrome finish; but also compatible with OEM tips. Our Maxflo Performance Exhaust improves sports car sound and power throughout the RPM range. Constructed from high-quality 14-16ga CNC mandrel-bent T304L stainless steel for optimum flow and maximum durability, it is a direct bolt-on replacements for the restrictive factory mufflers.
Our Sport Cat X-Pipe greatly improve horsepower and torque by 25 whp and 32 ft-lbs while saving 11 lbs from the rear of the vehicle. It utilizes Proprietary Investment Cast X with tuned window was dyno developed to deliver huge mid range torque and high rpm horsepower gains. Our Sport Cat X-pipe design includes integrated 200-cell HJS Sport Catalytic Converters for maximum flow, efficiency, all while being able to pass tail pipe emissions tests (will not pass C.A.R.B visual inspection). It is constructed from T304L stainless steel tubing, mandrel-bent for accuracy and flow.
Let me know if you have any further questions. Feel free to PM me or email me. (
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I have the Speed Venture X pipe and high flow cats with the FisterD Stage III Titanium Sport mufflers. It is a little loud but I usually get the thumbs up
