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Re: Do Porsche Boxsters have LSD?

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Subject: Re: Do Porsche Boxsters have LSD?
From: Scott Meyers <solo2@uswest.net>
Date: Mon, 29 Nov 1999 19:37:23 -0700
> On Mon, 29 Nov 1999, Kent Rafferty wrote:
>
> > The Boxter S also compares pretty evenly with the RX-7 TT
> > in SS.
>
> I'm unsure that Porsche' Macpherson strut front suspension can beat the
> RX7tt' double A-arm setup (common to racecars)? Don't Boxsters have an
> understeerin trait (minimal front camber adjustment)? The optional 10"x18"
> wheels in the rear should hold the rear end down (can you squeeze 285/30
> or 295/35 R1' under there without rubbin?). Hmmm...

It's my understanding (as told to me from many in the serious racing ranks)
that most mid engine sports cars gain very little from a limited slip anyway,
if anything. In fact, especially in our hobby, it may be more of a detriment
than a help.

FWIW....

Scott Meyers
Most 914's never had an LSD


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