[DCTepper]

Finding "the right 968" has been proving challenging to say the least. I am curious whether I want to hold off and find a 968 with M030 components and an LSD already installed (may be a while before I find one of THOSE for sale) OR do I buy a good specimen NOW and install "goodies" later?



My question is, since there is such a vast performance aftermarket geared towards Porsches... Is it best to buy M030 components and install THEM? or buy "specialty" aftermarket parts and run them? (i.e. coil-overs, sway parts, control arms, LSD, etc). What would be best? What would be the most cost effective?



Eventually my goal is to run larger brakes (MAYBE even larger than the 928 S4 brakes that come with M030 cars), probly Turbo Cup wheels (for the street), and installing camber/caster plates, coil-overs, etc (all the fun stuff)



Will it be more beneficial for me to piece my "toys" together or find a 968 w/M030 and an LSD already installed? How about running all aftermarket vs running M030 all around? Will I get more benefit from running aftermarket components over factory M030 components?



Thanks again for all of your help!

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[quote name='RoadRacer' date='May 9 2006, 06:07 AM']Finding "the right 968" has been proving challenging to say the least. I am curious whether I want to hold off and find a 968 with M030 components and an LSD already installed (may be a while before I find one of THOSE for sale) OR do I buy a good specimen NOW and install "goodies" later?



My question is, since there is such a vast performance aftermarket geared towards Porsches... Is it best to buy M030 components and install THEM? or buy "specialty" aftermarket parts and run them? (i.e. coil-overs, sway parts, control arms, LSD, etc). What would be best? What would be the most cost effective?



Eventually my goal is to run larger brakes (MAYBE even larger than the 928 S4 brakes that come with M030 cars), probly Turbo Cup wheels (for the street), and installing camber/caster plates, coil-overs, etc (all the fun stuff)



Will it be more beneficial for me to piece my "toys" together or find a 968 w/M030 and an LSD already installed? How about running all aftermarket vs running M030 all around? Will I get more benefit from running aftermarket components over factory M030 components?



Thanks again for all of your help!

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Hi there ROADSRACER, IMO i would buy the best car for your money and then install the best suspension components that your budget allows, as for m030 you have to remember that them old koni struts are getting on for 10+ years old, and are only 1 way adjustable, i've just sold all my m030 suspension and calipers on ebay in the uk. Theres a lot more finely tuneable suspension kits for sale between 1000-4000 uk sterling it depends how you use your car. If you intend to do a lot of DEs then i would replace all major chassis components anyway as they are going to take a lot off stress, and as you do more DEs the faster you get the more stresss the car takes, so buy new and then you know that everything will be spot on, i'm in the same boat , i have a 93 m030 car lightweight model no sunroof, electric nothing, etc i lookoing for some suspension at the moment, leaning towards bilstein escort cups or KWs as for brakes i have 993tt big reds and m030 rears. hope you find what your looking for mate atb chris <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/cool.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />

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[quote name='pazzer' date='May 9 2006, 09:41 AM']Hi there ROADSRACER, IMO i would buy the best car for your money and then install the best suspension components that your budget allows, as for m030 you have to remember that them old koni struts are getting on for 10+ years old, and are only 1 way adjustable, i've just sold all my m030 suspension and calipers on ebay in the uk. Theres a lot more  finely tuneable suspension kits for sale between 1000-4000 uk sterling it depends how you use your car. If you intend to do a lot of DEs then i would replace all major chassis components anyway as they are going to take a lot off stress, and as you do more DEs the faster you get the more stresss the car takes, so buy new and then you know that everything will be spot on, i'm in the same boat , i have a 93 m030 car lightweight model no sunroof, electric nothing, etc i lookoing for some suspension at the moment, leaning towards bilstein escort cups or KWs as for brakes i have 993tt big reds and m030 rears. hope you find what your looking for mate                                                                                                                atb chris <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/cool.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />

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Thank you for your input, it positively reinforces my decision. I also think that buying aftermarket components would be best. I will be going to quite a few DE events, and autocrosses, I instruct along side my father (Chief Instructor) for the WMR Region PCA.



Step 1) Find a car and buy it

Step 2) Find out what kind of goodies I want to install <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/wink.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />

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There are a ton of current thread discussing suspension with some really great information...



M030 cars are really nice and they will likely be THE collector's 968 for the future, but if you plan on upgrading the car, as you have suggested, you would be better served upgrading a standard car. The stock M030 suspension components won't hold a candle to a LEDA or other full coilover setup. The brakes of the M030 are great, no real need to change them unless you are going to boost the car. Even the standard brakes work very, very well except for the most punishing tracks. People will argue all day about clutch vs. torsen differentials (Ie. Guard Transmission, Quaife). If the car doesn't have LSD, just put one in. They are not that expensive.



Of course if you can find a car with the goodies already on it, you will save the retail cost expense of new parts, however as you have already stated - good luck with the search.



Most of all, be realistic with your intentions for the car. If it's to track with serious intention (and your driving is up to par) then know that you will be tossing most of the OEM parts. If you are just going to dabble at the track and you really are looking for a really nice street car, then you might be a good candidate for a M030. If you are going to wait for a M030, be prepared to wait and JUMP when the time is right.

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