997 GT3 Ceramics?

[anonymous-user]

yes or no!

doing 5k a year max , 3-5 track days a year

I just want the best feel / experience for this type of car so do i go for them?

I already know about servicing/replacement costs etc.

Just really asking , is it worth doing

Paul

[Geneve]

I would say yes, they are fantastic.

But best to do a search if you want a cross section of opinion.

[anonymous-user]

Thanks for that

I went out in a 996 RS thats all and they totally blew me away

Paul

[jackg]

I would say no. I have been underwhelmed by mine even after putting race pads in. I think the ABS cuts in too early and they lack bite.

[grant3]

I would say no based on a cost vs re-sale (worries about replacements/durability)& extra performance basis! I went for standard steels on that basis!
We are all also still uncertain about long term reliability, although they look to be ok now, we won't know for sure for a while & look how badly Porsche supported the last problems.

The one BIG appeal is lack of brake dust, that is a MAJOR benefit based on my car it seems to shed dust at an alarming rate, nothing to do with my right foot of course!!

[loach]

If in any doubt, no. I've only tried PCCBs on the road, and thought they were great. But - they tend to make second-hand buyers nervous and prompt a million threads like this one (I should know - I started one myself at one point). Given the level of uncertainty that surrounds their longevity and durability, they just cost way too much to take a flyer. In their race to make a few more quid and stick something else in the options list, Porsche started PCCB fitment way too early IMO - it doesn't appear that enough R+D has gone into these yet, and it certainly doesn't appear that Porsche AG are yet prepared to step up to bat and guarantee PCCB performance even within limited parameters. My repeated question on this latter point to my OPC has produced more than a few sniggers.

[Mid life]

I'm interested to know whether these comments (mainly against PCCB's) are reflected by the RS owners out there. Any takers?

[glenn mcmenamin]

Mid life said:

I'm interested to know whether these comments (mainly against PCCB's) are reflected by the RS owners out there. Any takers?

I love mine,

Awesome power and feel....

5 trackdays on them, with no signs of wear at all, but early days yet i know.....



G.

[Kurgen_]

I had no probs with my 996rs after quite a few track days, and off track excursions!

But have had to scrap my gt2 ceramics after one hard session at Snetterton.

I reckon extra weight and speed reduction has taken it's toll.

Car is currently being fitted with alcons front and 997rs rears, shall be intrigued with new performance.

[anonymous-user]

glenn mcmenamin said:

Mid life said:

I'm interested to know whether these comments (mainly against PCCB's) are reflected by the RS owners out there. Any takers?

I love mine,

Awesome power and feel....

5 trackdays on them, with no signs of wear at all, but early days yet i know.....



G.

Saw your car at bedford Glenn , saturday , beautiful

Paul

[Geneve]

Mid life said:

I'm interested to know whether these comments (mainly against PCCB's) are reflected by the RS owners out there. Any takers?

All the 997 GT3RSs I've seen have had PCCBs.

It's important to remember that the latest PCCBs are 'Generation 3', so can't really be compared with earlier applications on other models.

[Kurgen_]

The point is that Generation 3 or not, they are still gonna crack up at some stage! And who is gonna replace them with 5k a pop ceramics!

Will be interested to hear Glenn's view on what he would do, when it comes to replacement.

Rob

[glenn mcmenamin]

Paul D GT3 said:

glenn mcmenamin said:

Mid life said:

I'm interested to know whether these comments (mainly against PCCB's) are reflected by the RS owners out there. Any takers?

I love mine,

Awesome power and feel....

5 trackdays on them, with no signs of wear at all, but early days yet i know.....



G.

Saw your car at bedford Glenn , saturday , beautiful

Paul

Please don't call me beautiful on a public forum

[glenn mcmenamin]

Kurgen_ said:

Will be interested to hear Glenn's view on what he would do, when it comes to replacement.

Rob

I have a very cunning plan

[anonymous-user]

glenn mcmenamin said:

Paul D GT3 said:

glenn mcmenamin said:

Mid life said:

I'm interested to know whether these comments (mainly against PCCB's) are reflected by the RS owners out there. Any takers?

I love mine,

Awesome power and feel....

5 trackdays on them, with no signs of wear at all, but early days yet i know.....



G.

Saw your car at bedford Glenn , saturday , beautiful

Paul

Please don't call me beautiful on a public forum

I'm afraid you just have to speak as you find Glenn