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      08-04-2014, 10:06 PM   #1
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WHat's the best way to improve handling - if any?

I frequently get to drive 911s (friends, rental etc.) and every time I get back into my F10, I am a bit frustrated with the inferior handling. I know it's a bit silly to compare a 991 4S or worse a 997 GT3 (those are ones that I was driving) with a much heavier four door sedan. Btw., the same applies vice versa for power and torque, I always have to get used to the considerably less initial umph in the 991 before I remember how to differently treat it.

So what's the best way to improve the M5s handling, in particular the body roll. Do anti-roll bars really do much? I don't want to apply a major suspension replacement or upgrade. Any other smaller ad-on tweaks that make a noticeable difference?

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A number of forum members have felt a considerable improvement from adding after-market front and rear sways.
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CP sway bars offer a noticeable difference. Dinan Sway Bars will eliminate the most body roll. Also lighter wheels will improve handling especially if combined with Carbon Brakes. Lowering springs will eliminate some body roll but it depends on the spring rate.
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See the suspension forum area for the various topic. Sways will make a big difference.
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I hear driver mods could make a significant difference
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