Alex Ross | Shark Werks - 3.9L and 4.1L GT3 RS Conversions and more. - podcast episode cover

Alex Ross | Shark Werks - 3.9L and 4.1L GT3 RS Conversions and more.

Apr 12, 20212 hr 20 minSeason 1Ep. 88
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Episode description

Alex (@sharkwerks) is a founder of the Shark Werks Porsche tuning shop in LA. Most notably known for their 3.9l and 4.1l 997 GT3 RS conversions and exhaust systems.


Check out the video on youtube: https://youtu.be/ATC1khz9T2U


https://instagram.com/sharkwerks

https://www.sharkwerks.com


Hope you enjoy,


Sam


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Show Notes: 

0:00 - Intro

3:58 - How did Shark Werks Start?

19:02 - Chasing Horsepower

23:22 - Setting Up Suspension

31:30 - Shark Werks Fixing Common Porsche Issues

44:03 - Shark Werks Research Process

49:40 - Engine Upgrades and Reliability

56:09 - Porsche GT4

1:18:48  - Turbo vs. NA Porsches

1:21:48 - Experiencing High Horsepower 911’s

1:30:42 - What are the differences between the Shark Werks Engines?

1:38:06 - The 718 GT4

1:40:38 - Centrelock Wheels Going Wrong

1:43:30 - Changing Gears with a Gated Shifter

1:46:51 - Differences in 911 Generations

1:49:54 - Porsche and Manual Gearboxes

1:58:22 - 5 Questions

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