Menu toggle

986 for the track - need advice!

TJB_1973

TJB_1973

New member
Hi,

I'm looking for a 986 mainly for track use. I'm as new to the track as I am to the 986 (after buying a Macan earlier this year it was inevitable things would lead in this direction.) There would appear to be a great selection of 986's in the £5k to £10k range with varying mileage and age. From what I've read, mileage over 60k is generally a good indicator as major problems would typically have occurred by this point.

If anyone has any experience or advice, bearing in mind I intend to use this primarily for track days, would be great to hear from you.

Thanks
P.s. I did search for similar posts but couldn't find one so apologies if similar questions have already been asked.

Toby
 
Hi Toby,

I can't speak from experience but plenty of people seem to run the 986 cars at track days without problems, but it could just be luck of the draw. Apart from the RMS/IMS/bore scoring issues you've probably read about, if you're fitting grippy track tyres the higher lateral G-forces which can be generated can lead to oil starvation problems, although a sump extension kit is available.

Apart from brake and suspension upgrades you may want to think about things like replacing the water pump , fitting a lower temperature thermostat, an under-drive pulley (reduced drag from the engine ancillaries) and a PAS cooler. If they'll fit, GT3 front brake ducts could be useful.

You may want to PM ChrisW on the Cayman forum. He raced a 987.1 Cayman S for a while and experienced a few issues; he should be able to give you some insight into useful mods and potential problems.

Good luck in your quest!

Jeff
 
Frankly you don’t need to upgrade the brakes - the BRSCC championship use the original calipers and OEM type drilled discs; just use decent pads and proper race fluid.

As suggested oil surge is a risk so worth fitting a baffled dump.

And you’ll likely want stiffer suspension to avoid sea sickness!

Chris.
 
As much as I like my Porsches as road cars my advice would be to buy a Lotus Elise for track!!!
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Posts made and opinions expressed are those of the individual forum members

Use of the Forum is subject to the Terms and Conditions

Disclaimer

The opinions expressed on this site are not necessarily those of the Club, who shall have no liability in respect of them or the accuracy of the content. The Club assumes no responsibility for any effects arising from errors or omissions.

Porsche Club Great Britain gives no warranties, guarantees or assurances and makes no representations or recommendations regarding any goods or services advertised on this site. It is the responsibility of visitors to satisfy themselves that goods and/or services supplied by any advertiser are bona fide and in no instance can the Porsche Club Great Britain be held responsible.

When responding to advertisements please ensure that you satisfy yourself of any applicable call charges on numbers not prefixed by usual "landline" STD Codes. Information can be obtained from the operator or the white pages. Before giving out ANY information regarding cars, or any other items for sale, please satisfy yourself that any potential purchaser is bona fide.

Directors of the Board of Porsche Club GB, Club Office Staff, Register Secretaries and Regional Organisers are often requested by Club members to provide information on matters connected with their cars and other matters referred to in the Club Rules. Such information, advice and assistance provided by such persons is given in good faith and is based on the personal experience and knowledge of the individual concerned.

Neither Porsche Club GB, nor any of the aforementioned, shall be under any liability in respect of any such information, advice or assistance given to members. Members are advised to consult qualified specialists for information, advice and assistance on matters connected with their cars at all times.

Porsche
Lockton
Pirelli
Officially approved
Oracle Finance
WEX Esso
Collecting Cars
Archant Dialogue
Back
Top