New suspension mods from RSS for my 997TT
#1
08-03-2011, 12:18 PM
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Bellevue, WA
Posts: 5,879
New suspension mods from RSS for my 997TT I made the mistake of driving a friend's 997.2 GT3 RS that had just gotten a number of modifications done to it.
In this case, I'm referring to these:
2 piece lower control arms for both front and rear
Adjustable rear link kit
Adjustable rear toe steer kit
And let me tell you guys, it was a revelation! I'd driven a number of other GT3/GT3RS before and it just does not compare to the way this example felt. The way it handled felt almost telepathic to the point where you literally could think where you'd want it to go. I was impressed and far from it for me to think that it'd be possible to make my Turbo handle exactly the same way but I knew I probably could get close. And so, I decided to order the same kit for mine. My Turbo was already in the shop because the front coilovers needed to be rebuilt for unrelated reasons so I figured I might as well get the new bits installed. I had them installed by the very capable techs from Motoring Unlimited whom also installed my tailights last year too.
The parts were all finally here so it was time to get them installed.
Wow, these rotors are HUGE!
Lower control arms
Specs
Installed in the rear
Afterwards, the Turbo was delivered to my home where I had a chance to try her out briefly because of rush hour traffic. A real drive would have to wait until a later date.
A few days later, I finally had a chance to truly put my Turbo through its paces on a 400 mile drive to Yakima for lunch with some friends.
Now that I've managed to soak it all in and think about my impressions since these new bits were installed, I can share them with you. First off, I can't stop raving about the change then and now because of these simple modifications. It really did go a long way in improving the overall feel/handling of my Turbo. I already had Bilstein damptronics, H&R sways and Tarret droplinks previously which definitely improved handling from stock form but these new RSS bits took it one step further. My car feels almost much more assured around the corners and the steering feel has especially been taken to a new level. I was also very impressed at how compliant this setup was. Not quite bone jarring but hardly Cadillac smooth either. It's close to how well the GT3 RS handles now. I can't wait to try it out at the track next month!
In this case, I'm referring to these:
2 piece lower control arms for both front and rear
Adjustable rear link kit
Adjustable rear toe steer kit
And let me tell you guys, it was a revelation! I'd driven a number of other GT3/GT3RS before and it just does not compare to the way this example felt. The way it handled felt almost telepathic to the point where you literally could think where you'd want it to go. I was impressed and far from it for me to think that it'd be possible to make my Turbo handle exactly the same way but I knew I probably could get close. And so, I decided to order the same kit for mine. My Turbo was already in the shop because the front coilovers needed to be rebuilt for unrelated reasons so I figured I might as well get the new bits installed. I had them installed by the very capable techs from Motoring Unlimited whom also installed my tailights last year too.
The parts were all finally here so it was time to get them installed.
Wow, these rotors are HUGE!
Lower control arms
Specs
Installed in the rear
Afterwards, the Turbo was delivered to my home where I had a chance to try her out briefly because of rush hour traffic. A real drive would have to wait until a later date.
A few days later, I finally had a chance to truly put my Turbo through its paces on a 400 mile drive to Yakima for lunch with some friends.
Now that I've managed to soak it all in and think about my impressions since these new bits were installed, I can share them with you. First off, I can't stop raving about the change then and now because of these simple modifications. It really did go a long way in improving the overall feel/handling of my Turbo. I already had Bilstein damptronics, H&R sways and Tarret droplinks previously which definitely improved handling from stock form but these new RSS bits took it one step further. My car feels almost much more assured around the corners and the steering feel has especially been taken to a new level. I was also very impressed at how compliant this setup was. Not quite bone jarring but hardly Cadillac smooth either. It's close to how well the GT3 RS handles now. I can't wait to try it out at the track next month!
Last edited by atomic80; 08-03-2011 at 12:32 PM.
#5
08-03-2011, 01:09 PM
jason knows how to modify his cars, your 997tt is one of the nicest modified turbo's out there and the same goes for your scuderia.
#6
08-03-2011, 01:36 PM
RSS makes great stuff, and with all your suspension mods your Turbo must feel amazing. My only complaint about Turbos has been their relative 'softness' compared to the other 911s... this takes care of it all!
#7
08-03-2011, 01:38 PM
Jason those are awesome pics and thanks for the information.
Is there any more noise like clunking with these new installed parts? Did you purchase directly from RSS? I need to find some nice roads to drive on when I come down to Washington.
Is there any more noise like clunking with these new installed parts? Did you purchase directly from RSS? I need to find some nice roads to drive on when I come down to Washington.
#8
08-03-2011, 01:45 PM
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Bellevue, WA
Posts: 5,879
I was concerned about clunking noises because of no rubber bushings but so far, nothing. Be forewarned that because this is basically a "racing" setup, you've got to keep an eye on the shim nut in the lower control arms which could potentially come loose due to the vibration. I had my tech install locking washers and thread lock which should keep that in place. Yes, I bought them directly from Mike from RSS.
Last edited by atomic80; 08-03-2011 at 01:51 PM.
