We knew it was likely coming and so now Kermit has a rear main seal leak too (still on the original seal). We've never looked at this as being a major issue (just an annoyance) and for 997GT3 guys it's always been a great opportunity to install the GT3RS light weight flywheel kit. Almost a positive thing if you will. I know some of us have talked and laughed together and almost hoped for an RMS leak in order to get one installed under warranty But for those of us with an RS with the light weight flywheel already in there what's a guy to do?

With a bit of precise machine work we were able to eke out another 3.2 pounds off of RS flywheel.



We're trying this out as an experiment for now. Suffice it to say that the 964LWF has been used for years and years in cars with up to 800plus HP and 993,964 guys have been doing the same thing for years so we're giving it a try too. I'll let you know my thoughts on whether or not it's even worth it but 3.2 off of an 11.5 pound flywheel in theory should make it rev even quicker. We'll also be installing the 996GT3 seal in there too hopefully avoid any more leaks. Either that or the block is getting a set of Huggies.



Hopefully in this case our glass is half full as opposed to half empty!

 

daym leaky frog

 

Should be nice with a LWF. One of the best mods I had on my 996 for sure!

 

I'm interested to see how this changes the car!!! Cant wait to hear the results alex

 

Nice, looking forward to hear your impressions. What are the negative aspects of having a LWFW?

 

Noise in the cabin and aggressive engagement of the clutch.

 

turning it into a proper sports car

 

Thanks for posting the pics. I am also interested to hear how it works out.

 

Hey Alex - pain in the arse but these things happen for a reason hey!?!

 

Should be interesting!!!