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Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 02-20-2024, 06:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 427
Posted By CSG Mike
The air dam only is significant. With or without...

The air dam only is significant. With or without the wing is subjective and depends on the rest of your setup and the tracks you run.

Generally speaking I'd say you should do both.

PM me to...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 02-02-2024, 01:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 739
Posted By CSG Mike
SX2 all day.

SX2 all day.
Forum: Forced Induction 02-01-2024, 12:12 AM
Replies: 6,003
Views: 2,031,812
Posted By CSG Mike
It's easier than it may seem, as really, you only...

It's easier than it may seem, as really, you only need to do the pieces on the sides and one at the top of the radiator.

The JDL bash bar will make mounting the intercooler more challenging, but...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-30-2024, 03:55 PM
Replies: 6,003
Views: 2,031,812
Posted By CSG Mike
You can accomplish virtually the same result by...

You can accomplish virtually the same result by trimming your original factory side air guides.

Make sure all the foam around the top of your radiator is intact.

Venting your hood will have a...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-28-2023, 02:56 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,519
Posted By CSG Mike
Even with a big pressure differential at speed, ...

Even with a big pressure differential at speed, you can only push so much air through those 2 small holes, vs a much larger vent.

To visualize, compare the surface area of the inlet (front bumper...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-13-2023, 02:17 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 9,074
Posted By CSG Mike
NASCAR teams want power. FA2x guys want to make...

NASCAR teams want power. FA2x guys want to make sure the engines don't blow up.

That hotter/thinner oil nets them a few more ponies; lubrication isn't the issue for them.

On the other hand,...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-12-2023, 12:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 819
Posted By CSG Mike
For clarity, for north american cars: F914...

For clarity, for north american cars:

F914 front
R916 rear
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 12-11-2023, 05:32 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 21,066
Posted By CSG Mike
CP all around. C21 front with BM4 and CP...

CP all around.

C21 front with BM4 and CP rear would result in terrible bias!
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-11-2023, 05:31 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 9,074
Posted By CSG Mike
Because the "as needed" may come with a...

Because the "as needed" may come with a catastrophically high cost.

Lets say you replaced brake pads "as needed". That "as needed" may be in the middle of your endurance race, because you decided...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-11-2023, 05:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 819
Posted By CSG Mike
It's a different compound that's more durable...

It's a different compound that's more durable than the standard Club Racer. You won't find any more specific info than that online, because PMU literally doesn't publish any.

What exactly are you...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 12-05-2023, 05:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,170
Posted By CSG Mike
Does it fit? Yes. Is it effectively identical...

Does it fit? Yes. Is it effectively identical to OEM? No. Will they fit and work fine for a mildly driven car? Yes.

So will Autozone specials.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 11-27-2023, 05:58 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 9,074
Posted By CSG Mike
Your oil temps are similar to mine (I run...

Your oil temps are similar to mine (I run slightly lower), on my turbo BRZ. I ran 5W30 300V with nary an issue.

I also had no issues with longer intervals on race oils. Remember, the good stuff...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-27-2023, 12:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,311
Posted By CSG Mike
It would be more in line with a Carbotech 1521. ...

It would be more in line with a Carbotech 1521.

While the transfer layers for carbotech pads are compatible, you still have to re-mate the surface of the pad to the rotor every time you change...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-27-2023, 12:25 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 28,528
Posted By CSG Mike
18mm front 17mm rear, including the backing plate.

18mm front 17mm rear, including the backing plate.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-24-2023, 03:33 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 28,528
Posted By CSG Mike
Ah, apologies. I reply to hundreds of...

Ah, apologies. I reply to hundreds of messages/emails a day, and don't look for context unless clued in!

For your setup, CP front and rear would get the job done without issue, and also be pretty...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-22-2023, 10:29 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 28,528
Posted By CSG Mike
The compounds listed are the ones that are plug...

The compounds listed are the ones that are plug and play, easy for anyone to use with little to no additional guidance.

There are many, many other compounds prescribed on a case by case basis,...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-21-2023, 03:37 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 28,528
Posted By CSG Mike
Ohio Enthusiast Ruben_86_ x808drifter ...

Ohio Enthusiast
Ruben_86_ x808drifter

After further discussion and some digging, Pat is on the SP1, not the CP, as that is what his shop ultimately ordered.

The SP1 is a true street pad...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-21-2023, 03:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,311
Posted By CSG Mike
After further discussion and some digging, Pat is...

After further discussion and some digging, Pat is on the SP1, not the CP, as that is what his shop ultimately ordered.

The SP1 is a true street pad designed for low dust and noise on race...
Forum: Forced Induction 11-19-2023, 01:19 AM
Replies: 4,944
Views: 1,453,166
Posted By CSG Mike
menikmati your car is VERY rich at idle. Are...

menikmati your car is VERY rich at idle.

Are you caught up on maintenance? Any vacuum leaks? What kind of fuel are you using?
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 11-13-2023, 08:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 677
Posted By CSG Mike
Corrections are reactive. To correct, there must...

Corrections are reactive. To correct, there must first be something to trigger the correction.

Poking your skin with a needle once, will likely to zero damage. Poke the same location 1000 times,...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-02-2023, 02:39 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,731
Posted By CSG Mike
Based on your stated use case, it is for comfort.

Based on your stated use case, it is for comfort.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-31-2023, 01:31 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,731
Posted By CSG Mike
V3 with slightly higher spring rates.

V3 with slightly higher spring rates.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-30-2023, 03:34 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 152,297
Posted By CSG Mike
JP is legit. From this past weekend on CSG...

JP is legit.

From this past weekend on CSG Spec Flex A.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oK8Tf-ay5RU
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-29-2023, 08:18 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 152,297
Posted By CSG Mike
That's gonna be the determining factor. ...

That's gonna be the determining factor.

Maybe start with -1.75 front and rear. slight toe in both axles.

There is no universal answer, unfortunately.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-25-2023, 01:09 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 152,297
Posted By CSG Mike
Oooooh welcome back!

Oooooh welcome back!
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 10-18-2023, 07:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,647
Posted By CSG Mike
GT Radial SX2 is your winner. Sidewall like...

GT Radial SX2 is your winner.

Sidewall like a R compound, grip like a true street tire. Cheap and wears like iron.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 10-08-2023, 10:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,364
Posted By CSG Mike
Wheels do fatigue out. Glad you caught it before...

Wheels do fatigue out. Glad you caught it before they failed!

Keeping heat out of the wheels will help the wheels last longer.
Forum: Forced Induction 09-29-2023, 08:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,138
Posted By CSG Mike
Because the MT guys are jealous the ATs are...

Because the MT guys are jealous the ATs are faster and more durable when paired with big boost.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-29-2023, 08:07 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 152,297
Posted By CSG Mike
If everything is clean, then it's unlikely to...

If everything is clean, then it's unlikely to have caused any damage. If the dampers have been used a lot and the seals are a bit dirty (from doing their job of keeping things out), then it can...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-25-2023, 01:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 942
Posted By CSG Mike
Use up what you have first unless you can sell...

Use up what you have first unless you can sell the new set at little to no loss.

Try the CSG C21/C11 pairing. Ask for temperature paint on the pads when you order to verify for yourself.

From...
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