What's really going on with Porsche's super expensive option, PCCB?
Published on: 2020.01.12
Do you have any complaints about the PCCB?
To name a few.One is brake squeal, the other is easy to pinch pebbles.I think that is the point.
As for brake squeal, I don't mind it, and I'm more the type of person who thinks it's typical of Porsche brakes, so it's not something I personally complain about. However.PCCB is more prone to squeal than cast iron discsIt is a fact. The instruction manuals also mention the PCCB squeal as a precaution.
In the case of my unit, it is particularly prone to appear, especially after repeatedly braking a little harder, especially on winding roads. However, when driving in town afterwards, the problem naturally subsides after a while.
Secondly, it is easy to catch pebbles. This is because I sometimes drive my GT3 on rough roads.After passing a gravelly road, for example, there is often a crunching sound from the brakes.The probability of that happening seems much higher than with cast iron brakes. Specifically, I don't know where they get pinched, but they too naturally settle after running for a while.
PCCB General Comments
The PCCB's intense braking power and ease of control are outstanding.It also seems clear that it has had no small positive impact on ride quality and handling.
On the other hand, there are still some aspects of durability that I can't say for sure, but I don't think there is any need to be so nervous when driving lightly on the circuit a few times a year, as I do.(It may be a different story at a circuit like Fuji, which is very demanding on brakes. This remains to be investigated.)
If you're asking me if it's worth the price, I guess this depends, at least for me.When you buy a Porsche in the future, if you buy a 911, Cayman, Boxster or other sports car, this is one of the options you should definitely add!I feel that it is.
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PCCB. to yellow calipers that make me feel a little superior.
A big, pitch-black rotor that sits perfectly inside the wheel.
It is truly a coveted part for Porsche drivers.
I did not hesitate to install it on my first Porsche, a GT4.
If I were to drive a Porsche, I definitely wanted to install it.
However, I removed it in this GT3.
I know it's amazing performance.
It didn't fit.
Maybe it's just me (laughs).
Kazukane Hills
PCCB, that's cool.
My husband says, "PCCB is awesome!" but I haven't run or flown that much yet and
I don't really understand the greatness of the PCCB because I have a dull sense of that area ^^;
Is PCCB's performance so amazing that it may not be a good fit?
Hello.
I told them I was going to run on the track but the dealer didn't recommend it, I ordered a GT4 so maybe it's too late. How much is the labor cost to replace the stock rotors?
Do you change the brake fluid after running circuits?
Mr. Jimmy Mountains.
Hello, my name is Mina.
So you ordered a GT4! Congratulations!
>How much is the labor cost to replace the rotors if they are stock?
Sorry, I don't know, I've never replaced the stock brake rotors yet...
My husband's Boxster was delivered to him in November 2015, and he has driven it 4,000 km so far, including Fuji Speedway and Suzuka, and has experienced full braking many times at Porsche's driving school.
Finally, he feels that the brake pads will not last until this year's inspection and need to be replaced.
Will it last for quite a while?
Hello!
I read your article on PCCB.
It was quite interesting (I'll read the others in the future).
I am sorry to say that this is just for fun, but I would like to comment on it.
(This is just my personal opinion.)
PCCB...
I guess in the end it will come down to a consultation with my pocketbook...
Not that steel brakes are bad, but compared to the hierarchy within Porsche, the yellow calipers are self-respecting enough.
I think we can satisfy you. And the investment you've made will be a point of increasing the price at resale.
The 'efficacy' part, other than the hierarchy, of course, is one of the great things about it.
I think we also need to think about what kind of situations we are going to use it in.
If you use the PCCB mainly for street driving and mountain passes on a daily basis, and for the circuit only a few times a year, I think you can fully enjoy the benefits of the PCCB!
I knew someone who had it replaced at 80,000 km.
I drive a 991GT3 (steel) -> 991GT3RS (PCCB), but mostly on the track (I run about 2 or 3 times a month).
Such usage is not cosmetic.
Pads for PCCB, more expensive than for steel......I change pads every 2 months or so, but it costs about 250,000 including fluid at a certain PC.
Furthermore, with the cost of replacing rotors said to be several million dollars, it is psychologically unsettling to do full braking at every corner....
I have changed from PCCB to racing steel brakes because of this. I will change back to PCCB when I sell it.
If you are mainly concerned with circuits, brake-related parts are consumables and must be replaced preventively, but the rotors cost several million yen.
I am hesitant to replace the steel with steel as a precautionary measure. So, I am sure that Jimmy is very happy with the steel. As for the "effectiveness"...
They both work well, just with different characteristics. We do not think there is enough difference to make a real difference in time.
By the way...
Braking from very high speeds (about 280 km/h at the end of the straight at FSW), control is severe in some areas. In the speed range of the pass
You will never know. The initial braking force is very strong, but it is difficult to pull it out (though it is hard to convey the nuance).
Of course, this is not a negative factor because of my inexperience in draughtsmanship.
Sorry for the length of this article, but for your information
I look forward to reading more of your fun articles!
Mr. GT3RS rider
Thank you for visiting our blog and for saying so!
I envy you driving the GT3RS on the circuit...I imagine it must be even more amazing than the GT3.
The yellow calipers on the PCCB are
It looks cool and my husband likes it a lot.
>If you use the PCCB mainly for street driving and mountain passes, and for the circuit only a few times a year, I think you will be able to fully enjoy the benefits of the PCCB.
I see - you're right!
And as you say, if you drive mainly on the circuit, the brake system is a consumable item.
I break out in a cold sweat when I think about exchanges and such...
Depending on what kind of situation you often ride in.
I was reminded that the PCCB's holdings also vary greatly.
Thank you for the detailed information.
I would be happy to learn more from you.
Thank you for your continued support.
This was very helpful. Thank you very much.
I actually ordered a Cayman GTS 4.0 last November with a February production quota, but found out last week that it was PDK.
When I complained to the PC sales person, he offered me a GT4 on display for a reasonable price, but since I mainly drive around town, I decided against the road-going GT4.
I will never forget how comfortable the GTS 4.0 was that I test drove. After reading your blog I felt it was Kana because it was a PCCB.
I also want to experience the joy of being free from that wheel dirt, as I wash my car for every ride.
(I had a 718 Cayman. I was helped by this blog in my decision to buy it.)
You also blogged about the delivery time. The earliest is half a year...(-_-;) hard.
I am thinking of negotiating a price for a test drive with PCCB. The bottleneck is the full bucket seats.
It's very informative and helpful.
Mr. Snowy Tiger.
I see...!
That's what happens...!
Certainly, when it comes to riding comfort in the city and the height of the vehicle.
GT4 might be a little too sporty.
It's a long process to get the car delivered.
By that time, Corona was more settled than it is now, and
I just hope I can make the drive a little easier!
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Thank you for your continued support.
Hello, mina.
I am very interested to see this car. The 997 GT3 that I mentioned before was given to me by a senior colleague of mine, who also used to run on the circuit, so it has external cast iron brake rotors and pads installed. He also gave me PCCB rotors and pads, which I don't use now, so I have them in storage for now, and I was wondering what I should do with them. I was wondering what I should do with them since I have them in storage for now. I thought I would try using them as they are for now and replace the pads when they run out. By the way, I don't plan to go to the circuit (lol), so it might be a good idea.
The roll bar on the rear seats also gets in the way when placing luggage, so I'm thinking of removing it since an article on the Internet said it could be removed.
The other day, on Father's Day, I drove a GT3 with my father! Actually, my father had a longing for a Porsche, but he had been holding off on buying one for some reason or another, so I showed it to him as a surprise on the day of the event without telling him I had bought it. He was very happy! I think I was able to show a little filial piety to him.
Actually, my father tried to drive the car, but the external clutch (I heard it is much lighter than the stock one) was difficult to engage, and the car stalled. He had a hard time engaging the clutch, and the car stalled. My younger brothers responded well to the car, and I think this car has the power to make people around it smile.
I sometimes go to Osaka, so if it's sunny, I'd like to go to Ashiu Driveway too! If you see me, I'd love to hear from you!
Mungta (hereditary title; orig. one of the two highest such titles, later demoted to sixth highest of eight)
Thank you!
It will be very exciting to make the GT3 to my own specifications.
It'll add to the buddy feeling, the attachment!
>I took my dad for a ride in the GT3 the other day on Father's Day!
Oh what a lovely Father's Day present!
I can see how pleased your father would be...!
It's hard to find something that can make everyone smile like this when you think about it... I was reminded once again that Porsche is truly amazing.
My husband goes to Ashiu on Sunday mornings when it's sunny.
I would be very happy to see you if you ever come!
Thank you for your continued support!
Hello. Nice to meet you.
I am enjoying reading this.
PCCB I'm having a hard time right now(^-^;
I just successfully ordered a 992 GT3Touring.
Well, what to do!
We plan to run Fuji and Suzuka several times a year.
Well, I was more interested in having fun in my own way rather than setting a time.
It's a stance, but there's a...
Once it starts running, it will only go full throttle, I guess.
I was just wondering if I shouldn't worry too much about it, since it's mainly a public road.
But the cost of replacing the stones is running through my head (^-^;
This is such a fun problem (^○^)
Pomodoroic acid
>PCCB I'm having a hard time right now(^-^;
I just successfully ordered a 992 GT3Touring.
Well, what to do!
Oh yes!!! Congratulations!!!
Indeed, I'm having a hard time deciding whether to put the PCCB on or not...
Just a very expensive option...
It would be really hard to replace it;