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Discussion in 'Porsche' started by Chupacabra, Jul 4, 2012.

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  1. mclaudio

    mclaudio Formula 3

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    #51 mclaudio, Jun 4, 2013
    Were the Turbo wheels too big functionally or aesthetically? Regardless, I would have probably done the same. For racing, I find that the 15" magnesium cookie cutters respond the best the steering and throttle inputs compared to larger wheels.
     
  2. Chupacabra

    Chupacabra F1 Rookie
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    #52 Chupacabra, Jun 4, 2013
    +1. Couldn't agree more. Even with fairly pedestrian max perf Falkens, the car handles so much better with the 15s it's ridiculous. The car could not handle the size - rubbed like crazy no matter what. The turbo twists sure did look right, though. They brought the car into the 21st century without looking wrong. But oh well. :)
     
  3. Forza Nero

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    #53 Forza Nero, Jul 4, 2013
    I picked up an 86 944 Turbo in May. I flew out to Milwaukee and drove it home to Philadelphia without any issues what so ever. I had it in the shop to get a thorough once over so the mechanic could give me a repair list of what needed replacing now and what will need to be replaced in the future. Fortunately the list wasn't very extensive and I had him take care of most of it. The biggest issue being a leaking seal at the top of the gas tank.

    I really couldn't be happier with this car. As others have stated, it handles so solidly, it's surprising that the car was made nearly 30 years ago.
     
  4. zygomatic

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    #54 zygomatic, Jul 4, 2013

    Congrats, Forza. Welcome to the (growing!) group of 944 drivers here
     
  5. Ed Weston

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    #55 Ed Weston, Jul 4, 2013
    After 13 years in an 80 S/C it found a new home. Its replacement is an 89 S2. It's normally a satisfying ride. Right now it is awaiting a clutch replacement.
     
  6. zygomatic

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    #56 zygomatic, Jul 4, 2013
    Congratulations Ed. I love my S2 -- hope you will love yours, too!
     
  7. FazzerPorscheman

    FazzerPorscheman F1 World Champ

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    #57 FazzerPorscheman, Sep 18, 2013
  8. Tony K

    Tony K Formula 3

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    #58 Tony K, Sep 21, 2013
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