Porsche 996 Eats Miatas and Corvettes at The Track

[@johnhamill8687]

This is what a Porsche should be doing. "Never been tracked" is an almost sad comment in a Porsche for sale ad.

[@cjpriustt]

Nice lines. Like what you’ve done and still doing to the 996 to make it confidence inspiring and reliable at speed. No monstrous horsepower necessary on track. The no-misfire shifter is worth every hard earned dollar when downshifting into corners. Great job.

[@jasonp978]

Thanks. Glad you like it. New video coming going over some of the changes to the car from the last track video...stay tuned.

[@seanscott7120]

Last time I was shopping for cars it was either a 996 or e39 M5. Ended up with the M5, is was a fun beast but I just sold it. I think it is time for a 996! Looks like it rips on the track.

[@jasonp978]

I was debating between a 996 and an E92 M3, happy I found this car - had a lot of recent maintenance done and was a good base to turn into what you see in the videos. The cars are not without issues so it does pay to find the right car for you. It’s a blast on track.

[@verothacamaro]

120 on the straight. This thing is moving!

[@rstephens3683]

Killin’ it, nicely done! Proper 996 driving👍

[@jasonp978]

Thanks man ! Appreciate the kind words.

[@chrisshands8157]

Awesome example of driving, thanks for the video👍

[@jasonp978]

Thanks for the kind words Chris, really happy you enjoyed it.

[@gregs8685]

Nice driving. 996 are definitely an underrated Porsche. I don’t see the deep baffled oil pan mod on your list. I think that is almost mandatory for any tracked M96/M97 Porsche.

[@jasonp978]

Greg S Hey Greg, LN 2QT deep sump. I cover it in a previous vid. Also run a spin on filter and Driven XP9 oil on track.

[@capriconstructiondesigninc8833]

Awesome driving. Awesome car!

[@jasonp978]

Thanks bro

[@sgttombailes3380]

I Love My 996!!

[@theorganizedgarage1080]

Like bringing a gun to a knife fight! Great job!

[@jasonp978]

Thanks for the kind words, stay tuned for more.

[@drewmorg.]

Actually accelerates pretty nicely above 80mph!

[@jasonp978]

4th gear does feel pretty strong, I think all the weight removed helps a lot.

[@inaj27]

This makes me appreciate and love my 996 even more ! This was fun to watch ❤🙌🏻😏

[@jccradventures7830]

Solid driving.

[@johnrb9397]

Killing it mate. They need to put you up a level (if that is possible). Well done. Stay safe.

[@jasonp978]

Thanks John, this was my last run in the novice group, hopefully the next level will be a little more aware and the pass by's will be quicker

[@jordeneyermann]

I want to get to this level in my 996.

[@hectorfuji]

Great driving, haven’t been on a track since 04 when I used to track a 2003 Mustang Cobra, itching to go back.

[@jasonp978]

Thanks Hector !

[@ol48spring]

HailOzzy ! Hail Porsche!

[@cameroncameron476]

Awesome! Recognise that gear knob from the FB Group 👌

[@jasonp978]

Thanks...Not sure which FB group, not on FB... But you'll see some similar ones around. The guy that makes them is really a craftsman.

[@mikepredmore9759]

Good job!

[@jasonp978]

Thanks!

[@hklfty]

Gettin it !! Thompsen ?

[@jasonp978]

Yup. Back there tomorrow. Shooting for new PB. Gimme the teens !!!

[@Triple_A_Dogs]

Factory LSD? I am having my 996 delivered this week and it does not have an LSD, trying to figure out what route to go.

[@jasonp978]

Open diff. The gearbox is actually out now for an OS Giken LSD install. For now, my opinion is you can go pretty far without an LSD and I cant say I FELT like I was really held back for not having one... I am reserving the right to change my mind once I have it installed. Stay tuned, update video on the car for next weekend with some pretty cool stuff. What are your plans with the car use and mods wise ?

[@Triple_A_Dogs]

@@jasonp978 Really looking forward to the update on that! I actually just took delivery of my 996 30 minutes ago. 3 days from NJ to CO! I didn't expect to get it until later this week actually haha Thinking of Suspension (Fortune auto?) Short throw and new knob O.Z Wheels Recaro seats Momo steering wheel From the sounds of it a new power steering unit (maybe serp belt?) Brake fluid replacement, pedal feel is kinda meh Needs a new rear bumper Front bumper needs a respray Replace the current headlight assembly I paid a pretty low price for the car, There is a part of me that wants to flip it. I am looking to put a 991.1 or 991.2 GT3 in my garage, maybe end of the year if everything works out the way I want it to, and from the things I've been reading I may be better off just holding off for a track "weapon" This may just be a hold over as a canyon carver until I have everything in place for the GT3

[@nikosleonardos191]

I subbed just because of your CAE shifter

[@nikosleonardos191]

Have been considering one for my 997 and I need to see more of it in daily use

[@jasonp978]

It is an awesome piece of kit for sure. If you look at some of my other videos where I’m street driving hopefully you can get an impression of how well it works even at more casual pace.

[@jasonp978]

And thanks for the sub ! Welcome aboard.

[@jeremymoore123]

First let me say I really enjoy your videos!!! Could you explain how you do you camera set up with mph display? Keep up the good work!!!

[@jasonp978]

Its actually all from the GoPro. Thanks for watching !

[@achristian7015]

At 10:11 that GT got a bit loose. Did you extend the shifter height?

[@jasonp978]

Its a CAE shifter. I have a review video posted if you're interested in checking it out.

[@juliank911]

Car seems to perform nicely (and sounds great). Have you done any mods to preserve the engine (bore scoring, ims etc)?

[@jasonp978]

Car has a direct feed IMS bearing. As far as bore scoring, run a good racing oil. Other reliability parts: 2QT deep sump and spin on filter, UAOS. Oil is changed very regularly, like every event.

[@juliank911]

@@jasonp978 I've just watched some of your other vids (what I should have done before asking my question) but all tasteful and we'll chosen mods. I hope to be getting back into 911 ownership soon after a long hiatus and am looking for a nice '99 996 which I'll build up over time to similar mods and usage as yourself. Thanks for the content!

[@jasonp978]

Awesome, glad to hear you like the vids and you’re looking to get back to 911s. I’ll try to keep the good content rolling. Couple more track days this season and then we decide what the car needs for upgrades over the off season, should be fun.

[@theroadsniper3934]

Nice driving! Thinking about building a 996 track car myself, has it been reliable for you? Also, what camera set up were you using and how did you mount it? Thanks.

[@jasonp978]

Thanks for the props on the driving - its something I will continue to try to get better at and I've got a long way to go - so fun though ! I've been happy with the reliability - I do think you should take into account what you can do to aid in reliability in your build. Deep sump/an AOS solution (I went with UAOS)/the right oil and frequent maintenance. Thats beyond all the stuff you would do in making a road car reliable (IMS, Suspension integrity, tires etc...)If you look back at some of my videos I go over a lot of what I have done and the reasoning behind it. Using a GoPro 7 in a GoPro bar mount attached to the roll bar. If you look in my video here you'll see the setup when I go over the roll bar kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2WTiqWAisuMbNU

[@inaj27]

🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻👍🏻😏

[@marktsui01]

How do you manage your tire temperatures? Are you able to drive like that for more than 3-4 laps?

[@jasonp978]

Lap times do not show degradation over a session but since my last sessions have been plagued by traffic it’s hard to tall. I don’t really do anything, just trying to find the limits. Car and tires (PS4S) a lot more capable than I am. Although I do plan to go to stickier and wider rubber next season.

[@marktsui01]

@@jasonp978 Do you feel the car getting more slippery? I used to have Pilot Sports 2, and now have Pilot Supersports, I find the car gets more slippery as the session goes on. Do you think your upgraded suspension made a big difference? I have stock suspension on my Cayman, and I think it can benefit from more camber.

[@jasonp978]

TUNKBUSTER maybe a little more slick but the car has a lot of grip as is. I think as the car is, I am still pretty far from limits. I run about -2 of camber front and rear and the car weighs under 3K lbs. I think a quality Coilover will generally be a big leap in performance from a stock setup. I did not track my car with the stock suspension, it was quite worn when I replaced it.

[@RicknWRX]

Nice! Makes me want to get my 996 on the track. I live in New Hampshire. You are in mass right? Where are these tracks you are going to?

[@jasonp978]

Yup, I'm in MA. There are a number of tracks in the area, I have been going to Thompson Speedway in Thompson, CT - it's just across the MA boarder. New Hampshire Motor Speedway hosts a number of DE events. Palmer Motorsports Park in Palmer MA. Hope you decide to get out and try it !

[@RicknWRX]

@@jasonp978 nice! Yeah I would like to. Hoping to do the uaos and a couple more preventative mods this winter so hopefully will be ready for next season. Maybe we can connect at a track with the 996's!

[@jasonp978]

Nice, probably a good idea to get UAOS and maybe a deep sump as well, they are worth it even on the street IMO. Let me know if you need anything as far as the installs go. Would be awesome to meet up.

[@RicknWRX]

@@jasonp978 Thanks, yeah deep sump was on the list too. Well let's make it happen at some point!

[@RicknWRX]

@@jasonp978 not sure how to share contact info on here. Lmk and we can connect. I will show you my 996

[@schwinnbiking]

Nice but u the only one racing so to say u destroying everyone when they letting u pass is funny

[@jasonp978]

Hehe… it’s tongue and cheek dude - no one was racing. But my car is still faster 🕺

[@schwinnbiking]

@@jasonp978 hehe I have 966 and a Miata NC

[@jasonp978]

@@schwinnbiking Nice - You'll still have a cool car to drive when the 996 is broken :)

[@schwinnbiking]

@@jasonp978 hopefully it stays functional...I'm gonna replace ims very soon

[@TheFearedwarrior]

Pretty much stock.... Crazy, but I had a 2006 Corvette that was no match for my 1999 996 in the twisties. More HP doesn't mean better on the track!