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> How to identify 911 front strut type?
billh1963
post Jan 3 2022, 12:02 PM
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I've read a couple articles (pelican) and I don't see anything that helps identify at a glance what approximate year and type of strut you have...especially if the strut isn't original color.

I've got two sets of struts...neither are green or red. Assuming these are pre-SC, any idea on whether 911T, S, or E and strut insert type required?

I'm keeping one of the sets will sell the other. Just don't know what I have to help decide which one to keep!

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post Jan 4 2022, 09:29 AM
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So… is it better to use 914-6 struts for authenticity or just use a newer 911 suspension? Based on input so far it appears I would be better off to sell the 914-6 and 911T struts and buy a late model setup.
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post Jan 4 2022, 09:53 AM
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QUOTE(billh1963 @ Jan 4 2022, 09:29 AM) *

So… is it better to use 914-6 struts for authenticity or just use a newer 911 suspension? Based on input so far it appears I would be better off to sell the 914-6 and 911T struts and buy a late model setup.

Personally I prefer the later 911 struts that accommodate bigger brakes and utilize the pin to ball joint instead of the pinch bolt.
The bilsteins with inverted shock have less unsprung weight
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