Thanks so much! You did an awesome job of addressing virtually all of the questions I had. I have a 09 911 4S and have seen this exact, same custom made “whale tail” like wing for the 997s. I am definitely interested even more now because you did this video!
Thanks for the video. My ducktail just arrived today. I really like the profile of that wing, but the side vents are funky. The bigger issue for me is the top is plain unlike the vintage whale tails. Still cool though!
Darren Yates it fit perfectly when I got it. It came primed so the paint shop just did some minor prep like a bit of sanding and cleaning then painted it and I put it right on. It was very simple.
Hi David. I'm about to pull the trigger on one of these for for my C4S. Once painted is the finish smooth with no ripples? Can you see any distorsion/ bumps in the paint? Many thanks. Jodie.
Cliff Martin not at all. The air intakes are functional and the fan bolts to the underside of the wing. I love it and have had absolutely no problems even during spirited driving.
EL Fuerte The wing is very good quality. It fit perfectly and came primed. I put the mesh in the air ducts and had it painted then mounted it with no problems. I would definitely recommend it (I have no personal connection to the maker). It is made of fiberglass.
All told with shipping, duty, having it painted ect. I think I was into it for just under $2500 Canadian dollars. I'm very happy with the quality, look and function.
Tony Star I would think so but you might want to check with the manufacturer Olivier Jacmond (I think that's the spelling) just to be sure. I still have nothing but good things to say about this wing.
drkstr7 I know that the two have very similar retractable wings but I'm not sure if they're exactly the same. This is a Darus fixed wing by Olivier Jacmonde. It would be best to ask him. I would hate to give you the wrong answer. I ordered it directly from France where he makes them.
Thanks so much! You did an awesome job of addressing virtually all of the questions I had.
I have a 09 911 4S and have seen this exact, same custom made “whale tail” like wing for the 997s. I am definitely interested even more now because you did this video!
Thanks for the video. My ducktail just arrived today. I really like the profile of that wing, but the side vents are funky. The bigger issue for me is the top is plain unlike the vintage whale tails. Still cool though!
Hi David, Your 997 looks awesome. Did the wing fit without any modifications? Did you trial fit before paint? Was it just paint and fit? Thanks dude!
Darren Yates it fit perfectly when I got it. It came primed so the paint shop just did some minor prep like a bit of sanding and cleaning then painted it and I put it right on. It was very simple.
Thanks David - looks epic.
Hi David. I'm about to pull the trigger on one of these for for my C4S. Once painted is the finish smooth with no ripples? Can you see any distorsion/ bumps in the paint? Many thanks. Jodie.
Jodie Martinez mine turned out great but I had it painted at a good body shop.
Thanks dude! Do you still have the 997? Still enjoying your wing?
Jodie Martinez still have it and still love it.
That's great to know :) Could you email me any pics (I bet you have taken lots) - I'm based in Birmingham, U.K
One question for you. After you installed this did you have any overheating or air intake problems?
Cliff Martin not at all. The air intakes are functional and the fan bolts to the underside of the wing. I love it and have had absolutely no problems even during spirited driving.
Hello,
Is there a how to on how to remove the retractable wing?
Cheers
where do I purchase such a wing
Does this wing fit without doing anything other that painting it. What is it made out of ?. Is it a perfect fit like a factory item
EL Fuerte The wing is very good quality. It fit perfectly and came primed. I put the mesh in the air ducts and had it painted then mounted it with no problems. I would definitely recommend it (I have no personal connection to the maker). It is made of fiberglass.
David Dwane would you mind telling me where you got this from please? I want one! Looks awesome!
How much do the wings cost roughly part and labour please
maxandshakira so by the time I paid for the wing, shipping, duty, paint, I would say I was over $2000 but less than $2500 total in Canadian dollars.
Hey David, who did you get to paint your wing? Cheers
David Kasserra Ben's Auto out near Harrowsmith.
Were you happy with the finish, price, etc...?
David Kasserra both were good but I think any good body or paint shop would do.
Love the fixed wing but I can’t find it anywhere can you send me the contact info
Thanks
I bought it about 6 years ago now. I found it on eBay out of France made by Olivier Jackmonde and it’s called the Darus wing.
How much was this wing
All told with shipping, duty, having it painted ect. I think I was into it for just under $2500 Canadian dollars. I'm very happy with the quality, look and function.
will it fit 997.2 c2s?
Tony Star I would think so but you might want to check with the manufacturer Olivier Jacmond (I think that's the spelling) just to be sure. I still have nothing but good things to say about this wing.
will that wing fit a 996?
drkstr7 I know that the two have very similar retractable wings but I'm not sure if they're exactly the same. This is a Darus fixed wing by Olivier Jacmonde. It would be best to ask him. I would hate to give you the wrong answer. I ordered it directly from France where he makes them.
It does