911 vs boxster - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

Paul · 08-04-2007, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Adam

Really? I think both cars demand about the same amount for labor and parts for a clutch job. What are you basing this statement off of?

Could it be that one must remove the tranny on a 986 and the motor on a 996?

wvicary · 08-04-2007, 05:25 PM

You don't have to remove the engine on a 996 to replace the clutch. Very straight forward job on both models.

yellowboxster01 · 08-04-2007, 07:35 PM

After driving a 996 Cab today, I wouldn't trade. It's a bit quicker than my 2.7L box but, cornering is not great. It grips pretty well but, the Box does it so much smoother and you feel more in control. Now compared with a Turbo....no contest against the Box. I'm in love with my fathers Turbo, blistering fast and corners like no other with the awd.

spine911 · 08-04-2007, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by yellowboxster01

After driving a 996 Cab today, I wouldn't trade. It's a bit quicker than my 2.7L box but, cornering is not great. It grips pretty well but, the Box does it so much smoother and you feel more in control.

Very true, The 986s definitely corners better than the 996s because of the mid engine design.