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 |
campbellcj |
Jan 14 2012, 10:53 AM
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I can't Re Member Group: Members Posts: 4,547 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Agoura, CA Member No.: 21 Region Association: Southern California |
I was just thinking the other day how robust the trans has been in my Audi S4 - probably a different unit than the FWD cars but it has withstood 165K miles with a chipped 2.7T with torque in the 360lb-ft range. It can be shifted quite quickly as well but the 'feel' is crappy. 2nd gear synchro is getting a tad crunchy but that's it.
For my 914 I'm sticking with the 914 trans prepped for track. It has the classic mods and I'm installing a cooler right now along with engine work. I have had no trans trouble thus far, knock on wood, with a high-HP 2.7 (trying to become a 2.8 now). I do plan to get another box with taller gearing though as a spare and for faster tracks. Spares are never a bad idea... |
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