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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 |
Racing916 |
Jan 11 2012, 08:29 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 341 Joined: 16-October 04 From: Binghamton, NY Member No.: 2,959 Region Association: North East States |
I have driven a crap load of track miles on my 901 with one issue, and have driven my dads 86 911 with a 915. There is not much difference in feel from the 901 to 915 in the "easy to shift" category. while the 915 can take more horsepower my 901 has been great for my car with a 200hp motor. My car is also faster than a boxster s in any trim. I would spend my money on a motor rather then a tranny. I would also first spend my money on suspension upgrades and weight reduction and beat up on some boxsters. I am not sure if this answers your question at all but on the track (not ax) this is my experience.
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naro914 |
Jan 11 2012, 09:27 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 have driven a crap load of track miles on my 901 with one issue, and have driven my dads 86 911 with a 915. There is not much difference in feel from the 901 to 915 in the "easy to shift" category. while the 915 can take more horsepower my 901 has been great for my car with a 200hp motor. My car is also faster than a boxster s in any trim. I would spend my money on a motor rather then a tranny. I would also first spend my money on suspension upgrades and weight reduction and beat up on some boxsters. I am not sure if this answers your question at all but on the track (not ax) this is my experience. Steve Note in my post above: my car has 290 rwhp 3.4 liter engine. Thats why I'm considering a different transmission... And just for information, I have full coil overs around, 1800 lbs, 12x16 and 11x16 wheels with full slicks. I stopped beating up on Boxsters many years ago...Now....I chase down GT3's and even a few Cup cars.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
betegh9 |
Jan 14 2012, 06:40 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 11 Joined: 27-September 07 From: Blue Bell, Pa. Member No.: 8,165 |
I have driven a crap load of track miles on my 901 with one issue, and have driven my dads 86 911 with a 915. There is not much difference in feel from the 901 to 915 in the "easy to shift" category. while the 915 can take more horsepower my 901 has been great for my car with a 200hp motor. My car is also faster than a boxster s in any trim. I would spend my money on a motor rather then a tranny. I would also first spend my money on suspension upgrades and weight reduction and beat up on some boxsters. I am not sure if this answers your question at all but on the track (not ax) this is my experience. Steve Note in my post above: my car has 290 rwhp 3.4 liter engine. Thats why I'm considering a different transmission... And just for information, I have full coil overs around, 1800 lbs, 12x16 and 11x16 wheels with full slicks. I stopped beating up on Boxsters many years ago...Now....I chase down GT3's and even a few Cup cars.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) I believe that a Boxter/ Cayman 6 speed transmission would work well using 17 inch wheels and an engine that revs similarly to a modern mid engine car. I am in the process to widen my fenders via Sheridan fender kits (I don't like the Porsche GT flares) and use 11 and 12 inch wide rims........ What should be the Wheel offsets be, to clear the front struts (non coilovers) and rear coilovers? Since the Boxter trany does not have a starter, I would think that one would have to be designed in a new location, this, I think is the most difficult part of the transplant. |
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