mightymetro Posted April 4, 2018 Report Share Posted April 4, 2018 Hi all. Our boxster 2.7 came withought pasm and it definitely sits a little high. I have been considering fitting the x73 option which is the new shocks / springs and sway bars. Does anyone have this fitted from the factory, or has retrofitted it before? The car is under the extended warrenty scheme so I have to fit genuine Porsche parts thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobbie Posted April 4, 2018 Report Share Posted April 4, 2018 I think that is what is commonly known as the M030 suspension package. Several on here have fitted it and it gets good reviews. Not sure if it's still available from Porsche, but can be had from design 911 https://www.design911.co.uk/mobile/#part;id=7417 Do a search on M030 to get more info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulchamby Posted April 4, 2018 Report Share Posted April 4, 2018 4 minutes ago, Nobbie said: I think that is what is commonly known as the M030 suspension package. Several on here have fitted it and it gets good reviews. Not sure if it's still available from Porsche, but can be had from design 911 https://www.design911.co.uk/mobile/#part;id=7417 Do a search on M030 to get more info. Good luck fitting 986 suspension onto a 981... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobbie Posted April 4, 2018 Report Share Posted April 4, 2018 57 minutes ago, paulchamby said: Good luck fitting 986 suspension onto a 981... Ha?, teach me not to read what forum the question was posted in. Ignore me OP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted April 4, 2018 Report Share Posted April 4, 2018 X73 is lower than M030. X73 is the sports option for 981 and standard fitted on the Spyder, M030 was the sports option for 986/996. In my opinion the PASM when switched to sport is the same feel as M030, the X73 is slightly stiffer again. There is a GTS up for sale on here with it fitted at the moment. It was rare for people to take this option. mneil on here has retro fitted it to his also, but I know of no others. Don't forget to keep in warranty you need to have it fitted by an "approved fitter" as Porsche will have you believe. Personally I am choosing to ignore that and shall have it fitted, much cheaper by an indi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gutley Posted April 4, 2018 Report Share Posted April 4, 2018 12 minutes ago, Patt said: In my opinion the PASM when switched to sport is the same feel as M030 Can’t comment on the 981 PASM, but on the 987, Sport is much stiffer than the M030 on the 986. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnSyn Posted April 4, 2018 Report Share Posted April 4, 2018 I had the x73 fitted, as standard, to my 981 Spyder, and PASM to the 981S I had before the Spyder. The x73 is lower and stiffer than PASM but was enjoyable to drive particularly ‘spiritedly’! However th e difference was most noticeable when driving over less than perfect roads. Going slower over speed bumps plus judging inclines will be needed, The front apron of my Spyder had a lot of scrapes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted April 4, 2018 Report Share Posted April 4, 2018 Oh and its cheaper to purchase from Carnewall, even with the pants exchange rate ! (his prices are also include delivery) I haven't checked the kit pricing direct with Porsche, however it's usually a much better labour rate at an indi. Porsche quote "from £2620 fitted" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted April 4, 2018 Report Share Posted April 4, 2018 Getting fitted to Alice next week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike597 Posted April 4, 2018 Report Share Posted April 4, 2018 29 minutes ago, Patt said: Getting fitted to Alice next week Gert trip? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daz05 Posted April 4, 2018 Report Share Posted April 4, 2018 So how does x73 handle rough roads if it's stiffer? I find the sport setting on pasm too much and the normal setting easier to push on with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnSyn Posted April 4, 2018 Report Share Posted April 4, 2018 1 hour ago, daz05 said: So how does x73 handle rough roads if it's stiffer? I find the sport setting on pasm too much and the normal setting easier to push on with. I found it a bit hard going and generally slowed down although you could live with it, it didn’t lossen teeth filings! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted April 5, 2018 Report Share Posted April 5, 2018 16 hours ago, mike597 said: Gert trip? No - I had already purchased cheaper elsewhere and been sat in the shed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnSyn Posted April 5, 2018 Report Share Posted April 5, 2018 47 minutes ago, Patt said: No - I had already purchased cheaper elsewhere and been sat in the shed. Not that bloody shed again....LOL! Patt you seem to have more Porsche gear in your shed than the local OPC! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gutley Posted April 5, 2018 Report Share Posted April 5, 2018 25 minutes ago, JohnSyn said: Not that bloody shed again....LOL! Patt you seem to have more Porsche gear in your shed than the local OPC! Admit it Patt, somewhere along the line you acquired a TARDIS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnSyn Posted April 5, 2018 Report Share Posted April 5, 2018 8 minutes ago, Gutley said: Admit it Patt, somewhere along the line you acquired a TARDIS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted April 5, 2018 Report Share Posted April 5, 2018 If I see something come up for sale at a good price, I buy it. I had the shocks for Molly about 2 years before they got fitted. This time I've found some Cayman stuff that I rekon will work nicely. As for the shed - I've even found a home for the kitchen sink that's in there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnSyn Posted April 5, 2018 Report Share Posted April 5, 2018 56 minutes ago, Patt said: If I see something come up for sale at a good price, I buy it. I had the shocks for Molly about 2 years before they got fitted. This time I've found some Cayman stuff that I rekon will work nicely. As for the shed - I've even found a home for the kitchen sink that's in there I can see what you do most Sunday mornings Patt! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted April 5, 2018 Report Share Posted April 5, 2018 don't be daft - they invented the internet for lazy gits like me: Sunday morning is usually a bacon sandwich and cup of tea while browsing on the ipad. This week it will be pouring down on Sunday but at least the F1 and bike GP's are on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnSyn Posted April 5, 2018 Report Share Posted April 5, 2018 4 hours ago, Patt said: don't be daft - they invented the internet for lazy gits like me: Sunday morning is usually a bacon sandwich and cup of tea while browsing on the ipad. This week it will be pouring down on Sunday but at least the F1 and bike GP's are on. Good point! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mneil Posted June 2, 2018 Report Share Posted June 2, 2018 On 4/4/2018 at 3:55 PM, Patt said: Getting fitted to Alice next week Did you get it fitted and if so, how do you find it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted June 4, 2018 Report Share Posted June 4, 2018 My local man refused to fit. I was also having reservations regarding my warranty. Then I thought I'd get Revolution to fit while in for a service... You had a phone call this morning regarding this. It's had to be postponed as I made the same initial mistake as you...GUTTED :-( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mneil Posted June 4, 2018 Report Share Posted June 4, 2018 Yes, Gareth phoned asking for my help with a technical question. I felt more than surprised, Gareth asking me, for help?. Alas, was only my memory he needed regarding the x73 installation. Yes, it's the springs and their corresponding shocks that have to be fitted together. I guess you can leave out the stronger anti roll bars, saves dropping the front sub frame. I love it to bits and certainly think it improves the handling no end.....oh and it looks so good! Whatever you decide at least you can be confident in their expertise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted June 5, 2018 Report Share Posted June 5, 2018 IT will happen, just a matter of time chap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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