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Old 03-08-2008, 10:47 AM
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Any recs for DC area Porsche speed shop?

Hi All,

I saw objectuser's bolt-in roll bar post -- as well as the several about GT3 seats/belts and am inspired to make my '06 Cayman S more trackworthy.

I don't want to try and do the work myself -- and would like to find a recommendation for a "1-stop" shop in the DC area -- or somewhere mid-Atlantic to set up my car for track days. I'd prefer to have all the stuff done at the same time in a place that can re-set codes etc.:

HEIGO bar
GT3 seats
codes "re-set" for
5-point belts
minor negative camber (no plates or anything)
some decent trackable tires
etc.

DCLEE or others in the Maryland/DC/Virginia area, could you recommend someone to order these parts and install them that you trust?

Thanks very much in advance -- Michael.
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Old 03-08-2008, 12:19 PM
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Try these guys, TPC Racing - Porsche Supercharger and Turbo Specialist - Rolex 24 Champion - Home

Can't say I've had any personal experience but they do seem knowledgeable and they're all over this forum.

And while you're at it, you can have a Turbo installed

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I suggest you join the PCA. I'm not sure if you would be in the Potomac or Chesapeake Region. See http://www.caymanclub.net/zone-2/209...pen-house.html for an open house. I know nothing about them but they are mentioned frequently in the local PCA newsletter.

Of course, TPC, is well known and races. See their website.
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Thanks guys. That's 2 votes for TPC. I think I'm in the potomac region of the PCA -- but I just joined and they don't seem to have a forum on their website or a set of links to local shops. I'll ask around as I meet more people. It's clear from the TPC website that they have a TON of Porsche racing experience and can do a good job. A bit of a ways from my place in Rockville but I'll put it on my short list...
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I've been going to Funktion Auto, not the cheapest but so far the service has been good and they get you in and out. I know they service a large amount of P cars...

TPC isn't too far..I may have to check it out.

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TPC is a good shop. Here are some other local DC shops you may want to check out as well:

Autobahn
3158 Spring Street
Fairfax, VA 22031
703-691-1771

Auto Therapy
8027 Snouffer School Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
301-417-7111

Auto Sportsystems Group
2810 F Dorr Avenue
Fairfax, VA 22031
703-876-2811

Currys Reston/Great Falls
1202 Downey Drive
Vienna, VA 22182
703-759-4610

Intersport
1524 Spring Hill Road
McLean, VA 22102
703-242-8680

IMA Motorsport
2928 C Prosperity Avenue
Fairfax, VA 22031
703-849-9590
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Thanks very much guys. I had seen Funktion Auto's ads at the Kart track out near Dulles -- I'd stopped in once but hadn't gotten a rec about them yet. I'll reconsider. I did call TPC and they seemed very professional. I did get a rec. for Charlie at Intersport but I wasn't as impressed with Omar who answers the phone and runs the place. It can be very tough -- folks who are terrible communicators and don't inspire confidence can do much better actual work than folks with a slick phone voice and better business skillz.

I'll order the GT3 seats from CDOC.com - Your One Stop for all your Racing, Performance Gear, Equipment Needs & more! as well as the 6-point harness equpt. I'm also ordering the bolt-in rollbar. When I have it I'll have to take the plunge with either TPC or Funktion. I'll write up a play-by-play of how it goes with pictures. Thanks to you all for your advice and recommendations. - Michael
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Definitely keep us up to date on how you like the shop you take your car. Any input would be a great help to those that are looking!

Good luck!
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also, funktion is right next to piper motorsports who does all kinds of custom rollbars and cages. wait till you go there....you'll see why its sooooo damn expensive ..!!

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How about a shop for a Quaife install? Dealer?
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