Track forum general chit chat.

gmx · 09-22-2018, 09:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Visceral

My winter plans:

1. MCS Doubles with remote
2. Diff/subframe bushing replacement (w/ swaybar swap if warranted)
3. Drexler GT4-lite rear diff

I've got the Akra X-pipe and the stage 2 tune already, so those are Autumn plans.

I need better corner exit to compete with those GT3rs's.

What are the MCS replacing?

Visceral · 09-22-2018, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by gmx

What are the MCS replacing?

Stock EDC with Dinan springs.

roastbeef · 09-22-2018, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Visceral

My winter plans:

1. MCS Doubles with remote
2. Diff/subframe bushing replacement (w/ swaybar swap if warranted)
3. Drexler GT4-lite rear diff

I've got the Akra X-pipe and the stage 2 tune already, so those are Autumn plans.

I need better corner exit to compete with those GT3rs's.

that is going to be nice! i'm finding this car is still relevant at the track, but it is starting to fall behind with newer cars it used to be competitive with.
i know its not a race, but i still want to be faster than the other guys.

okusa · 09-22-2018, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by roastbeef

Quote:

Originally Posted by Visceral

My winter plans:

1. MCS Doubles with remote
2. Diff/subframe bushing replacement (w/ swaybar swap if warranted)
3. Drexler GT4-lite rear diff

I've got the Akra X-pipe and the stage 2 tune already, so those are Autumn plans.

I need better corner exit to compete with those GT3rs's.

that is going to be nice! i'm finding this car is still relevant at the track, but it is starting to fall behind with newer cars it used to be competitive with.
i know its not a race, but i still want to be faster than the other guys.

Fall behind what?

roastbeef · 09-22-2018, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by okusa

Quote:

Originally Posted by roastbeef

Quote:

Originally Posted by Visceral

My winter plans:

1. MCS Doubles with remote
2. Diff/subframe bushing replacement (w/ swaybar swap if warranted)
3. Drexler GT4-lite rear diff

I've got the Akra X-pipe and the stage 2 tune already, so those are Autumn plans.

I need better corner exit to compete with those GT3rs's.

that is going to be nice! i'm finding this car is still relevant at the track, but it is starting to fall behind with newer cars it used to be competitive with.
i know its not a race, but i still want to be faster than the other guys.

Fall behind what?

Had to give a pass to a c7 grand sport at laguna last week.

Visceral · 09-22-2018, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by roastbeef

Had to give a pass to a c7 grand sport at laguna last week.

For some rear ends, you don't have a choice but to leave room.

Richbot · 09-23-2018, 07:42 AM

she’s just so...BLECH

okusa · 09-23-2018, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by roastbeef

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Originally Posted by okusa

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Originally Posted by roastbeef

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Originally Posted by Visceral

My winter plans:

1. MCS Doubles with remote
2. Diff/subframe bushing replacement (w/ swaybar swap if warranted)
3. Drexler GT4-lite rear diff

I've got the Akra X-pipe and the stage 2 tune already, so those are Autumn plans.

I need better corner exit to compete with those GT3rs's.

that is going to be nice! i'm finding this car is still relevant at the track, but it is starting to fall behind with newer cars it used to be competitive with.
i know its not a race, but i still want to be faster than the other guys.

Fall behind what?

Had to give a pass to a c7 grand sport at laguna last week.

That's only because you aren't supercharged.

roastbeef · 09-23-2018, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by okusa

That's only because you aren't supercharged.

it was because of oem suspension and tired tires. the brake problem didn't help, either. a better driver would have probably helped, too.

Visceral · 09-24-2018, 12:07 AM

A couple datapoints from this weekend...

The Porsche rear brake ducts have hung on especially well. I believe they are reasonably effective too. All for under $30/pair (+zip ties)...

My F80 rotors, after 6 events with Ferodo DSUno pads have literally no lip between the swept and unswept area. I've put on winter street pads that sweep the whole disc and I'm unconcerned. These ($500/pair) F80 front rotors are a phenomenal deal. I can put that $$$ towards the stripped oil pan threads and the new water temp sensor harness.

roastbeef · 09-24-2018, 01:31 AM

did hard motorsport ever take care of you?

Visceral · 09-24-2018, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by roastbeef

did hard motorsport ever take care of you?

Not yet, but they've put some orders in the parts system for replacements on a part they're redesigning. It's one of those things that makes me go "hmmm."

inTgr8r · 09-24-2018, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Visceral

A couple datapoints from this weekend...

The Porsche rear brake ducts have hung on especially well. I believe they are reasonably effective too. All for under $30/pair (+zip ties)...

Good to hear.

Did you do anything with fronts?
(sorry if I missed it if previously posted)

kyippee · 09-24-2018, 11:51 PM

Any tips on finding a pad spreader for my BBK that won't cost hundreds? Will start doing pad swaps myself. I saw roastbeef posted one that was nice but expensive. Any good cheaper ones?

roastbeef · 09-25-2018, 12:44 AM

i have the lisle "quad" caliper spreader and i don't like it. works ok, but it flexes a little because it isn't rigid. i'm prepared to pay the $200 for the girodisc spreader. i enjoy products that work... what a concept. lol

dogbone · 09-25-2018, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by roastbeef

i have the lisle "quad" caliper spreader and i don't like it. works ok, but it flexes a little because it isn't rigid. i'm prepared to pay the $200 for the girodisc spreader. i enjoy products that work... what a concept. lol

I have the orange Girodisc pad spreader and I like it, but just as a side note, the wide kits like the Essex Radical 9668 kit with the 25mm pads are actually wider than the Girodisc can go. I had to keep a used-up pair of pads to act as a spacer so that I could press the pistons all the way back.

Visceral · 09-25-2018, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by inTgr8r

Good to hear.

Did you do anything with fronts?
(sorry if I missed it if previously posted)

I tried the Hard Motorsports brake cooling kit, but it seems to have come apart after 6-7 track days.

Visceral · 09-25-2018, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by dogbone

I have the orange Girodisc pad spreader and I like it, but just as a side note, the wide kits like the Essex Radical 9668 kit with the 25mm pads are actually wider than the Girodisc can go. I had to keep a used-up pair of pads to act as a spacer so that I could press the pistons all the way back.

Do you guys really need a spreader? I've somehow managed to only need one in 47 years for a Mini. Maybe I'm taking risks or doing something wrong...

CorruptCommie · 09-25-2018, 11:47 AM

I use a C-clamp. Trust me, I'm a professional.

CarPoor · 09-25-2018, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by CorruptCommie

I use a C-clamp. Trust me, I'm a professional.

Lol. Same here, for the Cclamp

kyippee · 09-25-2018, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by roastbeef

i have the lisle "quad" caliper spreader and i don't like it. works ok, but it flexes a little because it isn't rigid. i'm prepared to pay the $200 for the girodisc spreader. i enjoy products that work... what a concept. lol

It's $200? Thought I saw it being like $400+!

M3 Number 86 · 09-25-2018, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by CarPoor

Lol. Same here, for the Cclamp

pffft. Flat head screwdriver lolol

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