YouTuber builds a fake GT2 RS and takes it to the Nürburgring where things get out of hand

Content creator Chris Slix recently brought his custom ‘GT2 RS’ project to the Nürburgring to determine if the modified Porsche could actually clock a competitive lap time.

This shakedown at the German circuit provided the first real-world test of the car’s aggressive widebody conversion and turbocharged performance.

While the vehicle successfully navigated the daunting 12.9-mile loop, the telemetry data captured during the run told a far more complex story than the engine note suggested.

Mechanical gremlins and handling limits quickly emerged under pressure, leaving the future of the build hanging on a few critical engineering decisions.

Pushing the faux GT2 RS to the limit

The initial sessions at the Nürburgring confirmed that the GT2 RS build has ample power, but lacks the mechanical grip to deploy it effectively.

During the opening laps, the car exhibited significant understeer in the tighter technical sections.

The Porsche currently runs on Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires.

While these are excellent for road use, they are too soft to sustain a high-pace lap time on a circuit this demanding.

Engineers noted that the suspension requires more aggressive alignment settings to keep the tire contact patch consistent.

The GT2 RS remained stable on the long straights but felt disconnected during rapid direction changes.

Ryenne Brewer, Chief Archivist at Girardo & Co., observed the session and commented on the technical difficulty of the circuit.

“The physical demands of this track are unique because a car must balance raw agility with the ability to go fast through high-compression zones that punish the chassis,” Brewer stated.

“Vehicles at the Nürburgring are subjected to constant vertical loads that can settle a suspension or break a component in a single corner.”

Thermal management remains the primary challenge for the GT2 RS moving forward.

The engine temperatures remained stable for a single lap, but the turbochargers produced significant heat soak within the engine bay during sustained running.

Chasing a record Porsche lap time

The transmission clutches also began to slip under maximum torque loads during the test.

Solving these mechanical hurdles is mandatory before the Porsche returns for a legitimate timed attempt.

The team must refine these systems to ensure the GT2 RS can withstand the unique stresses of the Green Hell.

The next phase of the build focuses on improving the braking performance and high-speed stability of the Porsche.

The team plans to install racing pads and high-temperature fluid to prevent pedal fade during an intensive lap time attempt.

Telemetry from the Nürburgring suggests the rear wing needs a larger surface area to keep the car planted.

These adjustments should allow the GT2 RS to carry more speed through the fastest sectors of the track.

The objective is to develop a machine that matches the performance of a factory GT2 RS through independent engineering.

By using 3D scanning and custom fabrication, the team can tailor the Porsche for the specific vertical loads and bumps of the Nürburgring.

Future testing will focus on engine management to ensure the GT2 RS delivers power with the precision required for a record attempt.

The evolution of this Porsche continues as the team targets a new personal best lap time.

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