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 |
rick 918-S |
Jan 19 2012, 09:23 AM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,493 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region |
Bob,
I'm running a 901 with a billet plate and HB 5th. I don't enduro race or anything but I chased a new Caddy CTS through the prairie land of WY at north of 120 for around 40 miles with no drama. BTW: It was a white nuckle ride without down force... My engine is a 5.0 hybrid which consists of 32 valve 5.0 short block with euro spec 16 valve top end. According to the 928 guys with similer engines running all the accessories (AC,PS,Blade fan, Alt, etc..) they report they have dyno results in excess of 350 rwh. My only caution is I baby 1st gear. For the money and what I'm using the car for I wouldn't swap it out. It has been a great value. |
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