Hi

Bonus time is next month and I'm trying to figure out what I want to go for. Currently I'm thinking of getting the Fister D mod done. And upgrading the springs to Eibachs to clear out that gap.

I'm a pretty hands on guy and do most everything myself. I know I can handle the muffler swap w/no sweat. So far I haven't found any DIYs on how to swap out the springs. I don't know what special tools I might need.

I've swapped out springs and shocks on other cars before. I think the trickiest thing I encountered was needing a ball joint separator. However I'm not sure if one is required for this job on my '96 997 C2 (stock, psm only). Also is there any special spring compressor required, or will a standard one I rent from the autoparts store be adequate?

Any pointers to other threads or tips would be appreciated.

Thanks, Derek

 

You will love the Fister D - lowering is a must as well!

 

You may wish to factor in some extra cost to cover the mods to get your rear alignment back into spec after the Eibachs.

+1 on the Fister mod. I have the Stage II cans.

 

Whats an alignment usually run?

 

I can get an alignment at the local MB dealer for $199. They actually do great work for a reasonable price as long as it does not have Porsche specific tools required.

 

Derek you'll love the Fister D. I would go with H&R Sport Springs, lowering the car 1.2" in. all the way around. Also we would love to see your car, post pictures when you get a chance

 

What's the Fister mod?

 

Darthvader: Its also known as a gundo hack. Basically piece of pipe welded between inlet and outlet of the muffler partly bypassing it.

 

Interesting....thank you

 

Hack just has a bad ring to it. Can any muffler shop do it? What is the purpose.

 

Have all of these and more - would suggest the ones below as a priority:

Eibachs - doesn't look right until lowered.
Fister Ds or Gundo
200 cell cats - huge difference in the exhaust note and makes a bigger impression than even the Fisters, imo.