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| stumpmj |
 May 10 2005, 10:22 AM
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Newbie  Group: Members Posts: 3 Joined: 8-May 05 From: Detroit, MI Member No.: 4,044  |
I tried the search but I couldn't quite find the info I was looking for so I'm putting up my first thread.
I'm plannin got use my 75 914 2 liter for HPDE and lapping days (I currently instruct in a 350Z) but I'm unsure about what the car needs to have done to it to make it track worthy. I'm not looking to race or be particularly fast, I just want to make sure the car will be reliable and safe. The car already has weltmeister autocross rear springs, koni shocks, and (I believe) the weltmeister front sway bar. I'm planning to upgrade to BMW 2002 front brakes and remove the factory porportioning valve (to replaced with a driver adjustable one) and to fix some rust (of course). Beyond that, what do I need for the track? Do I need a deep sump, oil cooler, stiffening kit, roll cage? I'd love to do everything to the car but my budget is pretty tight (buying a house) so like I said before, I'm just trying to make the car safe and reliable. Any sage advice would be much appreciated. |
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| VegasRacer |
May 10 2005, 12:28 PM
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ELVIRA Group: Benefactors Posts: 8,522 Joined: 27-March 03 From: Between Scylla and Charybdis Member No.: 481 Region Association: None 
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It sounds like you already know the basics.
#1.) Safety - Everything that moves needs to be out of the car. Take out the floor mats if you have them. Make sure the carpet will not move and get stuck behind the pedals. Secure the battery and cover the post. Add a fire extinguisher if you don't already have one. Check the wheel bearings. Nut and bolt everything on the suspension. Good tires are necessary. Make sure the break system is working perfectly. Blead with fresh fluid. A 5 point harness will make it easier to drive the car if you are not fighting to stay in your seat. It is also a good safety improvement. Watch the temp guage. The car will get hot if you are really pushing it. I would not worry about an oil cooler or cage for now, unless you plan to do a lot more track events. Have fun. |
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stumpmj Track prep help needed May 10 2005, 10:22 AM
sjhowitson Tires are very important. I would look into some ... May 10 2005, 11:19 AM anthony It just depends what you want to do on the track a... May 10 2005, 11:52 AM stumpmj I know the basics of the HPDE scene since I've... May 10 2005, 04:39 PM Mueller for now, just add an extra 1/2 quart of oil, a "tu... May 10 2005, 04:46 PM
Dave_Darling If you don't put a "tuna can" or deep sump or ... May 10 2005, 05:53 PM |
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