915 vs 901 vs boxsterS - Opinions needed., pros/cons, difficulty moving to, etc... |
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915 vs 901 vs boxsterS - Opinions needed., pros/cons, difficulty moving to, etc... |
naro914 |
Jan 11 2012, 12:07 PM
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Losing my mind... Group: Members Posts: 2,476 Joined: 26-May 06 From: Charlotte, NC Member No.: 6,073 Region Association: South East States |
I'd like some opinions from the general peanut gallery. Is it worth the cost go to a 915 transmission over a 901? What is the benefit, if any? And, what's involved?
How about a Boxster S transmission? I've heard stories that a 915 is a pain to install, and doesn't every really shift well. I can't comment since I've never driven a 915 in a 914. But, with the bigger engine we now have, is it something I should be considering in the future? Being that I can get a complete 901 for cheap, and already own 3.... I know nothing about the Boxster S trans, other than a 6 speed with cable shifting would be very nice. thoughts, comments discussion? thanks |
brilliantrot |
Jan 12 2012, 12:08 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 125 Joined: 27-April 07 From: Costa Mesa Ca. Member No.: 7,699 |
IMO the 915 isn't enough stronger then a 901 treated right (little use of 1st gear) to justify the upgrade. I as well as many other have broken them in 200whp 911s. The 915 shifts slower then the 901 due to heavier parts so there is no gain there either. The Boxster S 6-speed seems to be a fairly strong transmission from what I have seen of the internals and it uses a G50 diff which is encouraging. The g50 however is still the gold standard of the factory transmission options.
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