DD "race car" build

[eddyy]

Hey guys!

So I've been doing some research here while I spend my time in Fort Lost In the Woods, MO (AKA St. Robert, Missouri). I have a lovely black FR-S waiting for me when I'm done with my training here and I get back home.

I have been thinking of what I want to do to her once I get there and finally decided on building a Daily Driven "race car". My inspiration is Ken Gushi's personal FR-S which I saw in [ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0ZltMirtBI"]this[/ame] video.




I have decided what wheels I want to get; I already ordered a set of matte bronze XXR 527's (18x8.75 et35). Ill probably wrap them in bridgestone potenza re760 sport tires. I want the same kind of "square" fitment that Ken has on his FR-S. No crazy camber and not crazy low, it's simply functional.
I need help choosing a coilover system that will help me achieve this while maintaining a comfortable ride for daily driving and still being able to drive aggressively in the mountains ( I live in NM so I do drive through fun, curvy roads quite often and is why I chose to buy an FR-S.

For power, I don't want to do crazy, over the top modifications for power. I just want bolt-ons to maintain reliability. I plan on installing an Invidia N1 catback exhaust system with front pipe. Also, a cold-air intake(not sure which). Finally I want to top it off with an E85, FlexFuel tune from EcuTek. Input for other bolt-ons is appreciated.

For looks I want to get my hands on a VIS Carbon Fiber Trunk Lid (weight reduction, bro), APR front splitter, and a Seibon rear diffuser cover. Im also going to blackout the headlight housings and install halo rings, and retrofit a projector high beam.

Budget: I'd like to keep the suspension in the $1000 +/- price range. The modifications I listed are already in the works, any others will come as I gather the funds.

[cdrazic93]

one thing you didnt list; budget.

[Crazy Legs]

I highly suggest starting with a header and tune. By far the best bolt on mod for the money.

[eddyy]

Originally Posted by cdrazic93

one thing you didnt list; budget.

Fixed. Thank you.

Originally Posted by Crazy Legs

I highly suggest starting with a header and tune. By far the best bolt on mod for the money.

I was thinking that, just not sure what would be best. I know I have to choose between Equal and unequal length and theres just so many options.

[cdrazic93]

+/- $1000 wont get you race car status depending on how racecar you want to go.

[eddyy]

Originally Posted by cdrazic93

+/- $1000 wont get you race car status depending on how racecar you want to go.

that's just suspension

[cdrazic93]

Still applies. how racecar do you want to go.

[Crazy Legs]

Just from personal experience I really like the Ptuning equal length header. They get around 200 WHP after an Ecutek tune. However the torque dip still remains

[jawn]

Originally Posted by cdrazic93

+/- $1000 wont get you race car status depending on how racecar you want to go.

Originally Posted by eddyy

that's just suspension

The point still stands. Everything in that price bracket is more for street purposes than anything else, and doesn't factor in lower control arms for camber correction.

[eddyy]

Originally Posted by cdrazic93

Still applies. how racecar do you want to go.

I want to roar past the VA and cause the vets to have a PTSD attack, be able to do madd skid just because, and break necks while still being able to drive to/from school and work, and rely on her when I hit the slopes during the winter and take summer road trips.

[eddyy]

Originally Posted by jawn

The point still stands. Everything in that price bracket is more for street purposes than anything else, and doesn't factor in lower control arms for camber correction.

Lets say uncle Sam gives me a nice return this year, how much am I looking at to achieve "race car" status?

[Crazy Legs]

Well for that price you could get a mid-tier coilover, like the BC Racing BR Type Coilover. A lot of drifters use them with decent results, so they have been shown to withstand a beating.

[cdrazic93]

Originally Posted by eddyy

Lets say uncle Sam gives me a nice return this year, how much am I looking at to achieve "race car" status?

top of the line will run you between 5-8k depending on adjustablility. 2-3k if youre looking for a better wallet hit but still DD and track-able (falls under canyon runs) and adjustability.

[eddyy]

Originally Posted by cdrazic93

top of the line will run you between 5-8k depending on adjustablility. 2-3k if youre looking for a better wallet hit but still DD and track-able (falls under canyon runs) and adjustability.

I'm not looking for adjustability and all that fancy crap, you guys need to re-read my title. It will be a Daily driven "race car" (notice the ""), she will probably never see a track but will go for the occasional Sunday morning mountain drive just for shits and giggles. Bottom line, I just want it to make me smile whenever I park and look back.