Track forum general chit chat.

[elim11]

Originally Posted by M3 Number 86

So what's the point of the new plate? Still don't get it lol

I think it is thinner, so it provides marginally more ground clearance.
As long as you don't go thru dealer automatic car washes, I haven't really hit that plate much.

[roastbeef]

Originally Posted by M3 Number 86

So what's the point of the new plate? Still don't get it lol

the intent was more ground clearance for the lowered folks. it is a low part under the car between the wheels, so it scrapes on stuff. mine doesn't, but i thought i would look into it. i figured if it was easy to make with a plasma cutter, i might make a few bucks off of it from the stanced bros.

[roastbeef]

Originally Posted by hayes180

I'm trying to figure out how I'm going to be moving another set of wheels in the back of my car.. I know i can fit three in the back seats and one in there trunk but doesn't leave much room for other track day stuff that i tote around. If only I could find 2 random TE37's.

You can fit four in the back seat. I also have a rack that fits two. I have transported 6 wheels/tires before plus all my track equipment.

[shad0wfax]

Originally Posted by roastbeef

[...]i might make a few bucks off of it from the stanced bros.

Think bigger; BMW stanced bros will pay more than you think!

[hayes180]

Originally Posted by roastbeef

You can fit four in the back seat. I also have a rack that fits two. I have transported 6 wheels/tires before plus all my track equipment.

You're my hero with this set up on the roof.

[roastbeef]

Originally Posted by hayes180

You're my hero with this set up on the roof.

My buddy can make you one for $300. You'll need to supply the oem bases. There are a few for sale for $150 on this forum.
The rack is aluminum, and even with the tires doesn't come close to exceeding the weight limit.
It takes me about a minute to put it on and take it off with my power ratchet and torque star socket. I've used it three times now, very convenient. I mostly got it to be able to put the front seats back to fit the dog.

[hayes180]

Originally Posted by roastbeef

My buddy can make you one for $300. You'll need to supply the oem bases. There are a few for sale for $150 on this forum.
The rack is aluminum, and even with the tires doesn't come close to exceeding the weight limit.
It takes me about a minute to put it on and take it off with my power ratchet and torque star socket. I've used it three times now, very convenient. I mostly got it to be able to put the front seats back to fit the dog.

Something to keep in mind. If i go cage, this would be ideal for storage for the longer trips. Thanks!

[dj_dub]

Originally Posted by roastbeef

Pics...

There's a couple of companies that already make this part yeah? UR on eBay is the cheaper of the two. There's another from Japan that looks better quality and more expensive but I forgot the name...was also hard to get them to import these to the US as well.

Here's the UR one: http://www.ebay.com/itm/172272902449...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

I'm thinking of picking that one up to test it out...

[roastbeef]

Originally Posted by dj_dub

There's a couple of companies that already make this part yeah? UR on eBay is the cheaper of the two. There's another from Japan that looks better quality and more expensive but I forgot the name...was also hard to get them to import these to the US as well.

Here's the UR one: http://www.ebay.com/itm/172272902449...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

I'm thinking of picking that one up to test it out...

Yea, problem is the quality is unknown as well as the dimensions. If it doesn't help someone with clearance, it's a waste of money.
Either way, oem is fine for me. I was just looking into it for another member.

[///Mobbin]

Excited is an understatement! Everything goes in Monday, track test in two weeks.

[roastbeef]

nice!

[ThunderMoose]

Originally Posted by ///Mobbin

Excited is an understatement! Everything goes in Monday, track test in two weeks.

Which track?

[///Mobbin]

Originally Posted by ThunderMoose

Which track?

MSRH w/ PCA -- missing you NASA folks by a week!

[hayes180]

Originally Posted by ///Mobbin

Excited is an understatement! Everything goes in Monday, track test in two weeks.

So awesome congrats..

[ThunderMoose]

Originally Posted by ///Mobbin

MSRH w/ PCA -- missing you NASA folks by a week!

Go fast!

[///Mobbin]

Originally Posted by ThunderMoose

Go fast!

Going to have to represent, only 2 or 3 other bimmers registered!

[redpriest]

Originally Posted by ///Mobbin

Excited is an understatement! Everything goes in Monday, track test in two weeks.

Borders on disbelief how much difference coilovers have made for me on the track.

[roastbeef]

Originally Posted by redpriest

Borders on disbelief how much difference coilovers have made for me on the track.

i want to go sub-1:30 at big willow on stock power, but i don't think i can do it without coilovers. i need that next level valving...

[redpriest]

Originally Posted by roastbeef

i want to go sub-1:30 at big willow on stock power, but i don't think i can do it without coilovers. i need that next level valving...

You'll wonder why you waited so long.

[okusa]

Originally Posted by roastbeef

i want to go sub-1:30 at big willow on stock power, but i don't think i can do it without coilovers. i need that next level valving...

What's your current pb?

[roastbeef]

Originally Posted by okusa

What's your current pb?

1:34:3 I think. I still have room where I'm at.

[roastbeef]

Originally Posted by redpriest

You'll wonder why you waited so long.

Delayed gratification, my friend.