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Join Date: Sep 2001
Location: Alameda, CA, USA
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Continuing research for my January purchase or sooner trade for my "plastic" tub http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/tbeloney/lst?.dir=/Speedster&.view=t.
I'm leaning towards the 87-89 Targa or Cabriolet, but there are a lot of 86's out there (is that a bad sign?) for less. Some mention a 915 clutch. Is this an upgrade to a spring loaded? Would this be the only difference between the 86 and 87? Should I expand my search to 84-89? Thanks |
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interested in 911's
Join Date: Sep 2001
Location: ontario, canada
Posts: 111
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Tim;
The main difference between the 86 and 87 is the clutch and transmision. The 86 and earlier use the 915 trany with a cable operated clutch. The 87 to 89 use a G50 trany with a hydraulic clutch. The G50 is a smoother shifting and supposedly stronger trany. This is why there is a price differential. The newer carrera also is tuned for high octane fuel= more hp, 207 to 217? I believe a chip upgrade will even out the performance figures. My suggestion is to drive both transmisions for extended periods, especially the 915. Personaly I prefer the 915 but many do not. Take your time in your decision there are many cars out there. Good luck. |
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