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Steve's Autocross Project, Modifications, ideas, suggestions... |
sgetsiv |
May 15 2009, 08:10 PM
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Former 914 Owner :( Group: Members Posts: 159 Joined: 20-June 08 From: Portland, OR Member No.: 9,192 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I started modifying my car a few weeks ago for autocross. It's a 1973 1.7l car with a more or less stock 1975 2.0l engine, very clean. After the Portland PCA AX #1, I made a few postings and got some suggestions. Rather than continue to hijack that thread, I thought I would start my own.
So here's where we are at today: Tarrett Engineering front sway bar installed and set to mid point 225# Rear Springs and perches Koni Sport Adjustable Shocks set 1/2 turn from full stiffness Turbo Tie Rods 205/50-15 Kuhmo Ecsta XS Tires Empi 44mm Dual Carbs (replaced a single Weber) Mallory Unilite Mechanical Advance Distributor JWest RennShift side-shift Triad Headers and Exhaust System - heat disconnected of course Porterfield R4-S Brake Pads - to be installed next week I think that's about it. Damn, she drives nice. Super tight in the corners. Wow. So, what's next? Besides just drive and compete. I know that. I don't plan to miss a single autocross opportunity in the Portland area. Pictures next. Don't complain yet. Would love to get more ideas and suggestions. Thank you, Steve |
grantsfo |
May 16 2009, 08:10 AM
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Arrrrhhhh! Group: Members Posts: 4,327 Joined: 16-March 03 Member No.: 433 Region Association: None |
Good AX alignment ( make sure you have some decent neg camber up front - at least -2) and good AX tires either Kuhmo 710's or Hoosier A6. Weight reduction. Weight and stickage are two biggest components that impact times in a lower powered 914.
When you get real serious a good seat and a harness will help too. But like JP says if you dont have much AX expereince its drive drive drive. Spend lots of time walking course with a variety of people and ask how they would take sections. Beware of people who think they know the best way through a turn while walking a course. Get expereinced people to ride with you and offer tips. This post has been edited by grantsfo: May 16 2009, 08:23 AM |
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