Importance of SWB bumper weights

[oscillon]

Hi All,

I was talking to a few SWB friends who have assured me that the handing/driving benefits associated with adding bumper weights in a SWB 911 far out way the nominal 22 kg of extra mass. What is the prevailing wisdom?

Dan

ps. if anyone has an extra set I'm looking...

[Mr9146]

Hi All,

I was talking to a few SWB friends who have assured me that the handing/driving benefits associated with adding bumper weights in a SWB 911 far out way the nominal 22 kg of extra mass. What is the prevailing wisdom?

Dan

ps. if anyone has an extra set I'm looking...

I think they were designed to kill you when you take the bumper off.

You need a set? I suggest you find them locally ... shipping will cost you the value of your car ... pig iron is heavy.

[NorthernThrux]

pig iron is heavy.

22 kg to be precise

[Haasman]

Your car will drive strangely if they aren't there. Years ago I was fortunate to have dinner with Helmuth Bott. In the course of conversation we talked about my 65 911. His first comment was whether I had kept the weights in the front bumper or not. He insisted they must be there.

Haasman

[luke-44]

Given the quality of the repro replacement parts suppliers we have, it doesn't sound like a tough part to re-make. I wonder how big the demand would be?

[super9064]

There was a lively thread about this a while back.

If you are using 4 1/2-5 5 1/2 wheels with skinny tires then yes
You should keep the bumper weights. If you are using 6 and
7R wheels with a performance tires the you don't need them.

[oscillon]

Rob,

I'm on the skinnys (4.5's with Vredestein Sprint Classics), so I am definitely thinking that I should find myself a set. Do you have any extras?

Dan

There was a lively thread about this a while back.

If you are 4 1/2-5 5 1/2 wheels with skinny tires then yes
You should keep the bumper weights. If you are using 6 and
7R wheels with a performance tires the you don't need them.

[Marek]

I made a exact Repro allready a while ago, still got a few on stock
more pics and info monday
BUT expect pretty expensive shipping rates :-) due to weight

Marek

[super9064]

Rob,

I'm on the skinnys (4.5's with Vredestein Sprint Classics), so I am definitely thinking that I should find myself a set. Do you have any extras?

Dan

I don't, Check with Karossere they may have a pair. Post a WTB here or on the bird, for a pick up at Ski round top if you are going. If not, could pick them up for you.

[oscillon]

I don't, Check with Karossere they may have a pair. Post a WTB here or on the bird, for a pick up at Ski round top if you are going. If not, could pick them up for you.

Good suggestion (done). I will probably go, but I may take you up on the offer if anyone bites; thanks!

Dan