09-10-2012, 12:56 PM
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noob w/996
I recently purchased a '99 996C2 for a DD. My plans are to swap the M96 to an LSx. I'm going for reliability and 996T power for a fraction of the cost. 
My 'other' car is a '03 Murcielago which I converted to RWD and have done some power mods.
Anyways, the 986 and 996 have so much in common, I will be around here for tech.
Nick
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09-11-2012, 04:10 PM
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If you have Murcielago money why don't you just buy a 996t?
Anyways. Nice cars!
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09-11-2012, 05:50 PM
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Don't need a TT for DD. Although I do love widebody 996s.
Nick
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09-12-2012, 08:38 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by white out
Although I do love widebody 996s.
Nick
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Who doesn't?  Congratulations and beautiful rides!
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09-12-2012, 08:46 PM
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That is a very good point.
Thanks!
Nick
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09-13-2012, 02:58 AM
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Theoretical propagandist
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How do you like the change to RWD on the Murcielago? I have heard of several other folks doing this but have not seen follow up to performance aspects.
Oh, yeah...gotta say the wide bodies are gorgeous!
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09-13-2012, 06:15 AM
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I love the change. It makes the car completely different, in a good way.
Faster, better mpg, double clutch life, oversteer, can launch the car without fear of killing clutch, drop 175lbs from the car, easier to drive from a stop, easier to drive at low speeds, easier to turn.
Nick
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09-13-2012, 01:01 PM
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Theoretical propagandist
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I really like hearing about folks who are willing to think outside the box and play with their cars for themselves, not for what a resale number may or may not hold!
Thanks for the input on the mods!
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09-13-2012, 01:41 PM
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I wanna ride! I got to drive a gallardo but never a Murci!
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996 3.4 engine with 2.7 986 5speed transmission
Ebay Headers, Fabspeed high flow cats, JIC Cross, IPD Plenum, H&R Coilovers, B&M Short Shifter, AEM Uego Gauge Type Analog, Apexi S-AFC Select, 987 air box, Litronics, 2000 Tails and side markers, painted center console, 18" 987 S-Wheels, GT3 Front bumper with splitter.
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09-13-2012, 04:39 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Eric G
I really like hearing about folks who are willing to think outside the box and play with their cars for themselves, not for what a resale number may or may not hold!
Thanks for the input on the mods!
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I am an advocate for working on your own car. I made a blog for Lambo owners to do some basic repairs and modifications themselves:
LamboDIY
Oh, and I drive my car. It's about to hit 31k miles, which most Murci's have not seen.
Quote:
Originally Posted by JAAY
I wanna ride! I got to drive a gallardo but never a Murci!
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I was just in NY with it.
They are completely different than the Gallardo, much less comfortable.
Nick
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09-14-2012, 04:36 AM
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Bring it back to ny or I may have to track you down for a ride wherever you reside!
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996 3.4 engine with 2.7 986 5speed transmission
Ebay Headers, Fabspeed high flow cats, JIC Cross, IPD Plenum, H&R Coilovers, B&M Short Shifter, AEM Uego Gauge Type Analog, Apexi S-AFC Select, 987 air box, Litronics, 2000 Tails and side markers, painted center console, 18" 987 S-Wheels, GT3 Front bumper with splitter.
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09-14-2012, 05:39 AM
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our trip to NYC:
Blawg So Hard
Not sure if I will make that drive anytime soon. lol
Nick
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