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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 |
jhadler |
Jun 15 2009, 01:31 PM
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Long term tinkerer... Group: Members Posts: 1,879 Joined: 7-April 03 From: Lyons, CO Member No.: 529 |
I agree.
With that much torque, you will have a hard time finding full throttle unless you've got a lot of meat under the car. The 275 from Hoosier is a GREAT tire by all accounts. But getting those shoes to fit will require a lot of body work on the fenders. 205's will be way too little tire for that drive train in a competition venue. And while I agree with JP's "tires..tires...tires" comment. The tires are not gonna get you three unless the rest of the chassis can do the job. Don't forget alignment. A lot of folks don't put enough value on alignment, and that will make or break your setup. You are already on the slippery slope, the best you can do is hold on tight, and hope to mediate the financial hemorrhaging that is about to occur... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) And if you're already in the deep end of the pool, I'd consider moving away from 4x130 wheels. You'll only find them from custom fabricators in widths that you'll be looking for. -Josh2 |
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