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A few follow-up questions to your response:
Thanks, and I look forward to hearing your thoughts. ~Alex
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02-10-2024, 08:36 PM | #23564 | |
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Alex, my name is also Alex- The OEM fuel tank is the best place as far as I can tell for a fuel tank. It’s as low as you can go. I doubt the tanks themselves weigh that much more or less than one another. But when you add 5-10 extra gallons of fuel, that weight make the tank weight feel less consequential. My placement isn’t perfect compared to the OEM location. You can see pics in the sedan are faster thread. I think the cost of the merin tank is like $4-5k. VAC is the only dealer in the U.S. I think and the quote for shipping, customs, etc got up to $8k+.
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5 Alex's now..
and im the slowest one
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02-11-2024, 10:29 AM | #23566 |
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I just changed my name to Alex too!
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02-11-2024, 08:37 PM | #23568 | |
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Dunno, I'm apparently Alex #6, and can pretty much guarantee I'm slower than you.
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Hi all
Doing some research for a friend and he's looking to add some BC ZR coilovers (external res.) and I can't find much on these to give him feedback. I told him they're the typical cheap taiwanese coilover but he's loved them back on his other cars but wants to do some more track-oriented driving with this e92.. Anyone heard or have any experience with these so I can report back?
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I'm pretty sure a large percentage of the Formula Drift cars are running BC ZR's, so they must decent.
Beyond that, I have no info to provide lol. I've looked into them trying to find info for my own curiosity in the past, but haven't found anything meaningful. So I'd be curious to hear if anyone has feedback as well. |
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I personally used a similar coilover on my M3 before upgrading and managed to achieve my personal best at Buttonwillow. If he's just getting started with tracking or dual duty, I don't see a problem at all. However, despite using custom spring rates and other adjustments, the ride quality often feels harsh and too bouncy. This is likely due to the internal design of the shock itself. However, as we typically say in this sub-forum, it's better to do it right the first time. Spending a bit extra for a proper setup is worth it. Personally, the BC DZ is already priced around sub 3K. At that price point, it's better to just get Ohlins DFV. One of the nice things about BC, Silvers, S3 suspension, Feal, Fortune Auto, etc., is that they tend to come with everything included, such as end-links, camber plates, and options for custom spring rates. As far as drifting goes, it makes sense to use cheaper coilovers that can be easily fixed and replaced. Plus, let's be real, no one's going to fully send an MCS 2-way for drifting. An alternative option could be the ST lineup, which is the steel body version of KW suspension. So I would suggest the ST XTA Plus 3 over the BC DZ for that reason.
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I told him to just go with the Ohlins DT like I have or the KW v3 or for a few bucks more, club sports.. I feel like unless you REALLY know how to adjust and utilize the Adjustments on the reservoirs then its not going to be worth it.
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For me, I can't be bothered. 1-way for life works just fine for my dual-duty car. I only frequent one track in SoCal, and I simply follow a note that says to run this dampening setting at this tire pressure, and then I go about my day. Even if I needed to find a way to gain tenths of a second on a lap and my limiting factor was my 1-way setup, I still wouldn't care to upgrade. But if someone does care, then they can go for the MCS 1Weiner and then upgrade to the 2Weiner.
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there is really no point in going fuel cell unless you're going to do some endurance racing. you might also complicate things with fuel pump fitment, ventilation, and tuning to accommodate all of the above. i know you're going over the top, but this is a lot of effort for possibly a net weight gain as well as a lot of money and effort spent for no real wow factor. oem is a plastic tank with aluminum straps and a couple of bolts. i don't think there is anything to be gained (in terms of weight loss) here.
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Thank-you Mike!
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Anyone planning to hit Buttonwillow this weekend? Considering going out on Saturday.
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Also look up the grassroots article on them They are custom valved BC single adjustable from Chris Shennefield. If I recall, they toss a majority of the BC components. You can ring him up to confirm. I went with a set this season. Will report back after the March 3rd event for shakedown. |
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just a cool vid.
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02-14-2024, 08:10 AM | #23583 |
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why out of curiosity?
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I think the magnesium covers in the S65 is one of those quirky cool things. Its unique and racey. He did this great engine build to factory spec and then did aluminum covers. I don’t like it.
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