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 PASM-compatible Bilstein kitsBilstein has launched a new range of suspension kits designed to work with Porsche’s PASM system. The new B16 DamperTronic system can be used with the 997 Carrera 4, and a similar system is available for PASM-equipped Boxsters and Caymans.The kits enable the owner to uprate the vehicle’s suspension without conflicting with the Porsche PASM system, with each damper unit plugging directly into the car’s electronics. The dampers are, of course, adjustable for rate and height, and have been developed by Bilstein engineers on both the Nürburgring and Pappenburg test tracks. And while they may be hidden away, Bilstein’s trademark ‘Triple C technology’ coating ensures that they remain corrosion-free. For more info on suppliers, contact: 0845 8507129 or email: sales@bilstein.co.uk |
 New Karmann Konnection goodiesFor extreme detail freaks, here’s another couple of early Porsche bits and bobs from Karmann Konnection.First up are these original ‘OEL’ oil caps. These haven’t been available for a long time, and provide the finishing engine-bay touch for late 356B, C, SC, 912 and very early 911s. They are in stock now and cost just £30, including VAT. Rather more obscure, but none the less worthy, are these Speedster door-top side-curtain sockets. Of course, if you have a 356 Speedster, then you’ll be familiar with these but, basically, these chrome sockets push into the capping of the door to accommodate the very basic Speedster side window that’s made of mohair and clear plastic. Karmann Konnection has always found these hard to get hold of, so has manufactured its own. Sold as a set of four, they cost £120 plus VAT. For more info go to: www.karmannkonnection.com |
 Walk on the wide sidePurveyors of pumped-up wide-body 911s, Jacquemond, have a new 996-based kit for 2009. The comprehensive kit features front and rear 997-inspired bumpers, wide front and rear arches, side skirts, rear wing and, if you require them, Lamborghini-inspired scissor doors.While not everyone’s cup of tea, the results are certainly dramatic – and there’s certainly no shortage of well-priced donor cars. Customers can drive their car to Jacquemond’s workshop, based in France, or have it collected and delivered back, with the job done. Alternatively, the job can be done at the customer’s workshop of choice. For more info go to: www.jacquemond.com |
 Cold intakeUS-based Agency Power has recently launched this new carbon-fibre air intake kit for the 997 Turbo and GT2. After six months of on-road and dyno testing, Agency Power reckons that it’s good for an extra 20bhp, with increased airflow and throttle response.Bigger than the standard airbox, it takes its feed from the standard dual pipes, which pump air into two aluminium pipes within the housing and then into dual K&N filters. The internals of the box are designed to keep the air circulating, and therefore cooler. Agency Power says that the intake can be bolted straight on to the standard engine but, in order to make full use of the increased airflow, a remap of the engine’s ECU is beneficial. Price is £1500. For more info go to: www.agencypower.com |
 Video starsIf you like the idea of home movies of a different type, the Racelogic Video VBOX could be just the thing. The Video VBOX combines a powerful GPS data-logger with a high-quality solid-state video recorder and, as such, is aimed at racers, track-day enthusiasts and vehicle dynamics testing situations.The Video VBOX takes multiple cameras and combines them with a graphical overlay. The resulting video is streamed onto a flash card or USB stick as a DVD-quality MPEG4 file. The GPS function provides speed, acceleration, distance, lap-time, track position and G-forces. Set-up is said to quick and easy. Position the cameras, place the GPS antenna on the roof or roll-cage and off you go. Take a laptop with you and you can analyse to your heart’s content, or just wait until you get home and show family and friends. Prices start at £1395 plus VAT. For more info go to: www.racelogic.co.uk |
 Regal rollingRegal Autosport has just installed an all-new 1000bhp Mustang four-wheel-drive rolling-road. Offering the ability to measure flywheel power in bhp, flywheel torque in lbs/ft, speed in the driven gear and horsepower at the wheels, the new set-up will enhance Regal’s Porsche tuning activities, particularly in terms of turbo and mapping work.For more info go to: www.regal-auto.co.uk |
 Porsche Racing Cars 1976 to 2005Author: Brian LongPublished by: Veloce Available here Price: £45 ISBN: 978-1-904788-45-4 This neat follow-up to Long’s Porsche Racing Cars 1953 to 1975, covers 1976 through to 2005. Like the first book, it doesn’t go into extreme detail but, in some respects, that is quite a good thing because, if that’s what you want, there are numerous books on the market that take a specific model or era and do just that. At 272-pages, this is more of an overview of Porsche’s racing activities between ’76 and ’05, and there’s plenty to cover in what really was Porsche’s busiest period in international racing. The book picks up with the 934 and the 935, and then accelerates rapidly as Porsche continues to dominate sports car racing with the 936 and then, of course, with the 956/962 in the ’80s. Every model in the range in those days had racing potential, as borne out by the 924 Carrera GTS and the 944 GTP racers. Even the humble 924 got turned into a lightweight racer for the American SCCA market, featuring big arches and the familiar 2-litre, slant-four engine running on throttle-body fuel-injection. The book also covers Porsche’s Indy Car mission – plus, of course, the highly-successful collaboration with TAG and Mclaren in F1 and the not-so-successful F1 collaboration with Arrows in the ’90s. Things tail off a bit from the late ’90s, as Porsche becomes more a manufacturer of customer cars, but the arrival of the RS Spyder in 2005 in sportscar racing is encouraging. Well-written and packed with pics, this is another excellent offering from author Long and publisher Veloce. Buy at the 911&Porsche World bookshop |
 RSR WorldAuthor: Pierre GosselinPublished by: World’s Editions Available from: www.rsrworld.com.fr Price:€55.00 This is a new and rather good Porsche yearbook (complete with gatefold covers), with text in both French and English. RSR World is planned to be the first of many – and we certainly hope that they keep the concept rolling, because this really is a good-quality offering. As ‘yearbook’ suggests, RSR World looks back at 2008’s Porsche events and happenings – and 2008 was a pretty good year in which to commence such a project, given that it was Porsche’s 60th anniversary. All the new model launches are covered in what was a busy year for such activity, and Porsche’s international racing successes are also documented. If you find the current sports and GT racing scene confusing, then this book will certainly help to unravel the complexities. The historic scene is also well covered, and there are stand-alone features on Porsche at 60, the 917, Porsche’s last overall Le Mans victory in 1998 and Vic Elford on the Historic Monte Carlo. Oh, and there are even three pages on 911&PW’s very own Porsche Picnic. The book is lavishly illustrated and well designed, and could form the basis of a great collection in years to come. |
