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Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-24-2013, 06:22 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 31,890
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Makes sense with the rack tie rods being behind...

Makes sense with the rack tie rods being behind the centerline of the axle vs. in front.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-23-2013, 06:58 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 31,890
Posted By GTM_Challenge
While a coilover setup offer the ability to...

While a coilover setup offer the ability to change alignment settings on the fly for intended uses (street/daily), I can't think of a single person that uses them that way. All the customers we have...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-23-2013, 05:30 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 15,139
Posted By GTM_Challenge
If you're doing it while slowing down still,...

If you're doing it while slowing down still, there is no lost opportunity that you could be accelerating instead. It truly is an art that takes years to get down just right.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-23-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,273
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Similar in that one is a sporty car and one is a...

Similar in that one is a sporty car and one is a sporty truck?
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-22-2013, 11:41 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 31,890
Posted By GTM_Challenge
It all depends on driving style. Our car has...

It all depends on driving style. Our car has -3.0 up front which most people love. For me though, the car pushes a lot. Different driving styles. Slow in fast out requires less camber than fast...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-22-2013, 11:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,678
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Can't run wipers very well with Lexan either. ...

Can't run wipers very well with Lexan either. Lexan is great for a full all out racecar, but anything less is just crazy talk.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-18-2013, 02:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,743
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Yup, should gain a decent amount.

Yup, should gain a decent amount.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-17-2013, 07:32 PM
Replies: 406
Views: 146,631
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Autobahn Country Club (South) / 1:38.510 / Austin...

Autobahn Country Club (South) / 1:38.510 / Austin Cabot / April 21, 2013 / KW Clubsports , ATE super blue, Project Mu 900i Front Pads, Project Mu Club Racer Rear Pads 17x7.5 +48 with 225 Hoosier A6s...
Forum: Great Lakes 07-17-2013, 11:32 AM
Replies: 2,187
Views: 498,218
Posted By GTM_Challenge
We were running at Autobahn South with NASA. We...

We were running at Autobahn South with NASA. We were able to take home 1st place both days in our class of 6 cars, and also able to put down the 7th fastest lap time of the weekend out of all 34 of...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-16-2013, 04:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,184
Posted By GTM_Challenge
This has happened on our Club Sports. Usually...

This has happened on our Club Sports. Usually caused from the car being lower and compressing shorter than the distance the dust cap is.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-13-2013, 01:57 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 37,438
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Not sure about the rest of you, but why do you...

Not sure about the rest of you, but why do you want to tune the car yourself? I feel it's really risky to attempt to tune a motor that you've never tuned before (especially with DI). Take the risk...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-12-2013, 05:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,042
Posted By GTM_Challenge
The first thing to determine regarding springs...

The first thing to determine regarding springs vs. coilovers is how you will be using the car, what drop you're wanting, and what type of performance you are realistically doing to need. Figure...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-12-2013, 05:48 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 37,438
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Though I have an EcuTek Tune on my car and knew...

Though I have an EcuTek Tune on my car and knew what I was getting into from the beginning, I was not worried about the resale value. Why do we mod cars? To enjoy them. That car could be taken...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-12-2013, 05:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,441
Posted By GTM_Challenge
My S2000 used to do this with stock alignment...

My S2000 used to do this with stock alignment settings and spirited trips to Deal's Gap. If you're moving at a decent pace, the tires will roll over to the edges unless you have more static camber...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-12-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 2,548
Views: 1,727,419
Posted By GTM_Challenge
255/40/17 on 17x9 +38 ...

255/40/17 on 17x9 +38

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5468/8757657059_56c09415ab_b.jpg

https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/p480x480/541886_10151476620154471_2075624969_n.jpg
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-12-2013, 11:35 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,828
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Bring your car and yourself. If you've never...

Bring your car and yourself. If you've never tracked on the rotors you have, you'll be fine. The stock rotors on this car are amazingly resilient. Maybe bring spares just in case. You should be...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-10-2013, 05:10 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,828
Posted By GTM_Challenge
If you need a place to crash to break up the...

If you need a place to crash to break up the drive (12 hours total), you can crash at my place in Chicago and we can caravan out together. (as long as I don't go to NASA Nationals in SLC that...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-10-2013, 05:03 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,828
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Any track (especially one where you will have an...

Any track (especially one where you will have an instructor in the car) is a good track for a novice driver. Stay within your limits, listen to your instructor, and you should be good to go!
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-10-2013, 11:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,387
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Nope, never have. Should I? Probably. But I...

Nope, never have. Should I? Probably. But I don't.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-09-2013, 05:38 PM
Replies: 5,068
Views: 1,307,352
Posted By GTM_Challenge
I'm having issues on track even with 93. :(

I'm having issues on track even with 93. :(
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 07-08-2013, 06:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,751
Posted By GTM_Challenge
it lives! K24 Miata startup! - YouTube

it lives!

K24 Miata startup! - YouTube
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-02-2013, 07:07 PM
Replies: 378
Views: 130,236
Posted By GTM_Challenge
No clue, but Im still getting a P0351 on track...

No clue, but Im still getting a P0351 on track after flashing a new tune with the new tables.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-02-2013, 05:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,683
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Step 1. Get Car Step 2. Get Car to Track ...

Step 1. Get Car
Step 2. Get Car to Track
Step 3. Get Car to Track and Learn to Drive
Step 4. Get Car to Track and Learn to Drive Fast
Step 5. Get Car to Track and Learn to Drive Faster
Step...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-28-2013, 06:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,227
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Airbags

Airbags
Forum: Great Lakes 06-28-2013, 04:34 PM
Replies: 3,258
Views: 643,764
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Video from Gingerman this weekend: Gingerman...

Video from Gingerman this weekend:

Gingerman NASA TTD Track Record - Scion FR-S 1:45.578 - YouTube
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 06-26-2013, 03:17 PM
Replies: 406
Views: 146,631
Posted By GTM_Challenge
Gingerman Raceway (Long) / 1:45.578 / Austin...

Gingerman Raceway (Long) / 1:45.578 / Austin Cabot / June 24, 2013 / KW Clubsports with Swapped Springs, Nameless Axle Back, Cobalt Pads, ATE super blue, Moto-East E85 Tune, 17x9 +42 with 225 Hoosier...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-24-2013, 05:33 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 37,247
Posted By GTM_Challenge
No comparison in my opinion. They are in two...

No comparison in my opinion. They are in two different leagues. Even the KW Clubsports aren't as good as the Ohlins DFVs.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-24-2013, 03:42 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,287
Posted By GTM_Challenge
The laws in Texas are funny. A vehicle can still...

The laws in Texas are funny. A vehicle can still have a clean title after an accident unless the damage to the vehicle was 100% or more of the vehicles value (at least it could in 2010 when a friend...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-20-2013, 01:52 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 33,088
Posted By GTM_Challenge
I've always felt the FRS brakes were better than...

I've always felt the FRS brakes were better than the S2000 brakes. To me it seems to be an issue of how the assisted brakes kick in. Ever gotten in a rental car and been surprised at how touchy the...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 06-19-2013, 12:34 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 60,962
Posted By GTM_Challenge
I prefer to shoot video in our car from the top...

I prefer to shoot video in our car from the top of the back window with the gopro handing down, run in upsidedown mode with spot metering:

Scion FR-S at May 2013 Wangfest, Gingerman Raceway -...
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