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M3 Number 86 · 03-26-2019, 11:31 PM

Came in the mail. Not CAE but I don't have any top of the line stuff anyways

StripclubDJ · 03-27-2019, 12:06 AM

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" I lost 6th 3rd and I have to double clutch into reverse, any thoughts ?" Lolol

SQ13 · 03-27-2019, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by M3 Number 86

Came in the mail. Not CAE but I don't have any top of the line stuff anyways

Why'd you get the short version? My race height lever takes a good amount of effort to handle, so I can't imagine how terrible the shorter version would be, especially when driving on the street.

I'm sure you'll like it. Install is very easy

M3 Number 86 · 03-27-2019, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by StripclubDJ

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" I lost 6th 3rd and I have to double clutch into reverse, any thoughts ?" Lolol

Put it in the same category as I didn't get ap racing do I have to left foot tap lolol

M3 Number 86 · 03-27-2019, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by SQ13

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Originally Posted by M3 Number 86

Came in the mail. Not CAE but I don't have any top of the line stuff anyways

Why'd you get the short version? My race height lever takes a good amount of effort to handle, so I can't imagine how terrible the shorter version would be, especially when driving on the street.

I'm sure you'll like it. Install is very easy

Can't you adjust the strength of the centering spring?

How do you like it overall?

Shmelgy · 03-27-2019, 06:06 PM

Anyone going to Big Willow this Sunday?

warp10 · 03-27-2019, 09:38 PM

New AIM ECU update had DCT Temps. BMW_PT6 Version 2.00.02

Also has a few other protocols. Check your software.

I haven't tested but it's there.

StripclubDJ · 03-28-2019, 10:31 AM

Anyone going to buttonwillow this weekend

No?
Ok cool

CorruptCommie · 03-28-2019, 10:45 AM

Has anybody ran Michelin slicks? I was told they are similar to Pirelli DH's. Was wondering what pressure to run them at - I run the DH's at 31 hot, starting is usually 25 cold. Car is 3100ish.

slicer · 03-28-2019, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by warp10

New AIM ECU update had DCT Temps. BMW_PT6 Version 2.00.02

Also has a few other protocols. Check your software.

I haven't tested but it's there.

It was there on the software that I uploaded a few months ago with my Solo2DL but it was not functional. I would need to check my software version to compare.

dogbone · 03-28-2019, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by CorruptCommie

Has anybody ran Michelin slicks? I was told they are similar to Pirelli DH's. Was wondering what pressure to run them at - I run the DH's at 31 hot, starting is usually 25 cold. Car is 3100ish.

I've run new Michelin S9L (hard compound). That's an endurance tire. Not super fast, but you can run them FOREVER. They take 5-6 laps to really warm up. Not my kind of tire.

The Michelin S8L is the Medium compound. That appears to be faster and warms up quicker. I've seen a new set run on an M4 race build and it was putting similar times in as my Pirelli DH personal best times. I've never run them, but I would say from what I've observed, the S8L is the closest to the Pirelli DH.

There is an S7L (soft compound), but I've never seen a set live anywhere. And I've never spoken to anyone that has run them.

The Pirelli DH seems to strike a nice balance between being fast and being able to put in a decent number of consecutive hot laps. And they warm up fairly quickly.

Anyway, if I was going to drive a Michelin slick for general use, it would be the S8L----unless you really want an endurance tire, which would be the S9L.

CorruptCommie · 03-28-2019, 02:05 PM

I get my slicks heat treated by a race team

. I didn't catch which compound it was. Love the DH, but they aren't getting stock in time for next weekend so I'll try these. Was told same pressure as the DH. I'll report back. I got the 27/65/18 which seems similar size to the 285/645/18 DH I run.

dparm · 03-28-2019, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by CorruptCommie

Has anybody ran Michelin slicks? I was told they are similar to Pirelli DH's. Was wondering what pressure to run them at - I run the DH's at 31 hot, starting is usually 25 cold. Car is 3100ish.

Call Michelin and ask them.

kyippee · 03-28-2019, 03:19 PM

Shit is happening.

admranger · 03-28-2019, 10:31 PM

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Shit is happening.

It's not illegal to clean the underside of your hood. Just sayin'.

+5 points for the clean tow strap install though. That's nice.

kyippee · 03-28-2019, 11:01 PM

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It's not illegal to clean the underside of your hood. Just sayin'.

+5 points for the clean tow strap install though. That's nice.

Thanks! IND sells the tow hook cover - really been liking it. At first I tried to tuck in the strap, but it would pop the cover out. So now I just let it hanggg.

Car has the aero on, brake fluid flush done, raised the car to nearly max height but it's still low, re-aligned. Seat will be another visit as we're waiting for parts.

Note to self: Castrol SRF turned motor oil brown after 9 events. Need to halve the interval! FCP Euro makes it easy too..

AP3X_FTW · 03-29-2019, 12:12 AM

Those of you that have removed the carpet, do you know what the round nubs are pictured below are for? They protrude off the lower part of the rear seat bench close to the floor, and there is one on each side of the car. The only thing I can think of is that they help keep the rear carpet in place, but the car is already at the body shop so I can't analyze further.

I want to ensure it is okay to grind them off, as all other unnecessary brackets, pegs, posts etc. have been shaved off prior to going to paint.

OG Shark · 03-29-2019, 10:45 AM

Is anyone running a cool shirt? If so any particular recommendations/advice? AC is coming out... South Texas temps are starting to go up... trying to figure out it they are worth it & should figure into my build.

M3MPH1S · 03-29-2019, 11:06 AM

Don't see the SPL name thrown around here much, but always hear great things about their products. Decided to try out their thrust arms.

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ThunderMoose · 03-29-2019, 11:07 AM

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Is anyone running a cool shirt? If so any particular recommendations/advice? AC is coming out... South Texas temps are starting to go up... trying to figure out it they are worth it & should figure into my build.

I run one. What kind of advice are you looking for? Buy a cool suit system (12 qts is probably enough) and corresponding cool shirt.

I have mine in trunk with an on/off switch.

I have a gutted E46M3.

OG Shark · 03-29-2019, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by ThunderMoose

I run one. What kind of advice are you looking for? Buy a cool suit system (12 qts is probably enough) and corresponding cool shirt.

I have mine in trunk with an on/off switch.

I have a gutted E46M3.

Mainly the system size like you mentioned. Do you freeze blocks before an event & then keep them in a yeti or something? Or does bagged ice work? How long does the ice last typically?

This is what I have been eyeing:

https://store.windingroad.com/13-qua...kit-p1798.aspx

https://store.windingroad.com/coolsh...px?Thread=True

ThunderMoose · 03-29-2019, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by jktx

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Originally Posted by ThunderMoose

I run one. What kind of advice are you looking for? Buy a cool suit system (12 qts is probably enough) and corresponding cool shirt.

I have mine in trunk with an on/off switch.

I have a gutted E46M3.

Mainly the system size like you mentioned. Do you freeze blocks before an event & then keep them in a yeti or something? Or does bagged ice work? How long does the ice last typically?

This is what I have been eyeing:

https://store.windingroad.com/13-qua...kit-p1798.aspx

https://store.windingroad.com/coolsh...px?Thread=True

I just use bagged ice because it's convenient. If it's a hit day and you drive a bunch. You may have to refill after lunch.

We have frozen water bottles and put them in there before but I like ice.

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