Novice AXer, needing some tips Options

[blitZ]

I started AXing this year and really enjoy it. The local SCCA group are a great bunch, it's always a good time. However, I'm not doing very well. I'm in SM2 class, which is tough, but overall I'm coming in the bottom 10%. I have stock front and rear sways, but removed the rear sway to resolve some nasty over steer issues. The car still wants to spin when I really push it.
I typically just leave it in second, but the last event was a large course with some fast sweepers so I tried using 3rd a few times.

I know the driver is the major focal point in regards to improvement, but any input from the seasoned veterans would be appreciated.

Current setup

2056, stock djet
9550 cam
100lb springs in the rear.
Stock front sway bar
New Bilsteins
Front Camber 1.2
Rear Camber 1.3
Toe In 1/16 all around
Caster 5.5
205/55 Fuzion tires, not great, better than what I had.

Thinking of doing a 5 lug conversion this winter, starting to scrounge parts. A setup to offer more adjustability.

Wish List

911 front end including 19mm 911 torsion bars
Some after market adjustable front sway bar
Eric's 5 lug trailing arms
140lb rear springs
Adjustable rear shock perches
16 x 7 minilites
Stickier tires.

[Chris Pincetich]

Get that Secrets of Solo Racing book wiht the red 911 on the cover. Very good read and allows you to learn the vocabulary to effectively discuss your approach to slow times. Also, try hard to get some photos taken of your car during a run. You will see a what is actualy going on with your set-up. You want the car flat with all 4 tires on the ground at all times...many combos will achieve this so there is no one good answer. Seat time rules, and AX are way to short...head over to a GOOD indoor kart track and scoot around on those for a day, practicing the different apexes and lines. Karts rule, but they beat you up pretty bad too, can't cruise them downtown with the top off, and they don't have a stereo. That's why I race a 914 (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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