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[ATL BRZ]

Originally Posted by SirBrass

How do you shut off the annoying beeping of the seat belt alarm when using the harness?

Route the stock belt around the back side of the seat and click it in so it's out of the way.

[dradernh]

Originally Posted by ATL BRZ

Very secure in the seat now, to the point where my driving has improved because I have more feedback through the seat into my body as one unit.

After safety mods (which may include brakes and rubber), this is the most important mod you can make. When the wheel/pedals/shifter/chair combo is optimized for him or her, the driver has more attention to devote to everything else. And the faster you go, the more attention everything else demands - that's not optional. It's hard to really get until you've got it set up right, and then it's like..."Wow, so this is what they were trying to tell me!"

[CSG Mike]

The HANS device (or equivalent) is what so many people skip... great setup @ATL BRZ

[SirBrass]

And how much does a HANS device cost?

On phone I am. Therefore, if mistakes I make, Frank Oz blame you should.

[SirBrass]

Originally Posted by ATL BRZ

Route the stock belt around the back side of the seat and click it in so it's out of the way.

Only if it doesn't interfere with the harness routing behind the seat.

On phone I am. Therefore, if mistakes I make, Frank Oz blame you should.

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by SirBrass

And how much does a HANS device cost?

On phone I am. Therefore, if mistakes I make, Frank Oz blame you should.

http://simpsonraceproducts.com/shop-...straints/hans/

[DatApex]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

The actual temps will go up as you drive, the goal is to make the spread of temperatures as small as possible.

Outer edge higher = need more camber. Inner edge higher = need less camber

Center too high = lower pressure. Center too low = lower pressure

Inner higher than outer and center = need less toe (if you can manage it)

38 hot is a good guide; adjust to taste and by temp

Awesome, that helps a TON. First track event of my season at Gingerman Memorial Day weekend. Hopefully I'll have everything set up by then.

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[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by solidONE

So you'd have to buy a compatible helmet to go along with it?

Or drill holes into your current one (and make sure the mounting points are properly braced/reinforced.

[buddy32]

Tracking on plugged/patched tires?

[dradernh]

Originally Posted by buddy32

Tracking on plugged/patched tires?

Not a good idea, assuming it's allowed in the first place. Be sure to check ahead of time.

[wparsons]

Originally Posted by AZP Installs

I don't suggest doing any HPDEs with the stock all-season prius tires. That's just me.

I disagree, especially for inexperienced drivers. The primacys make it MUCH easier for a novice to feel out the handling of the car at lower speeds. They're predictable, and howl to let you know when you're pushing too hard for their liking. Going straight to sticky tires will make it much harder to teach someone how to balance the car with their inputs.

Originally Posted by buddy32

Tracking on plugged/patched tires?

Originally Posted by dradernh

Not a good idea, assuming it's allowed in the first place. Be sure to check ahead of time.

Most places are fine with it as long as the tire is patched properly from the inside and not just a plug inserted from the outside. I picked up a screw in one of my tires and the local sanctioning bodies have zero issues as long as the hole was in a safe place, and it was fixed right.

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by buddy32

Tracking on plugged/patched tires?

Patched? ok! Plugged.... skeptical.

This lap is actually on a patched tire... picked up a nail on the way to the track.

[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XU4Sa3RCCV4"]Willow Springs International Raceway BRZ/FRS/GT86 lap record 1:30.778 - YouTube[/ame]

[ATL BRZ]

Originally Posted by solidONE

Yeah I wouldnt trust a drilled helmet... Probably better idea to get a compatible lid then.

@ATL BRZ how much was the set up, if you don't mind me asking?

Every helmet with HANS anchors either out of the box or later is "drilled" to fit the anchors. As long as the measurements are correct and the anchors are legit with the proper reinforcements, you can trust it. I had a professional drill and install anchors for $55. Worth it to me to keep using my SA2005 for a while longer.

Price breakdown:

Agency Power bolt-in harness bar: $600

Schroth Profi II ASM FE 4-point harnesses (black/pull down with clip-in lap belt ends and 01324 hardware kit): $354

My HANS sport II is a hand-me-down from my dad since he sold his race car but they are $585 new

G Force Pro Eliminator helmet: $250

Those prices are all before tax/shipping and discounts. I highly recommend Discovery Parts for all the gear besides the harness bar.

[n8dog11914]

Originally Posted by ATL BRZ

Every helmet with HANS anchors either out of the box or later is "drilled" to fit the anchors. As long as the measurements are correct and the anchors are legit with the proper reinforcements, you can trust it. I had a professional drill and install anchors for $55. Worth it to me to keep using my SA2005 for a while longer.

Price breakdown:

Agency Power bolt-in harness bar: $600

Schroth Profi II ASM FE 4-point harnesses (black/pull down with clip-in lap belt ends and 01324 hardware kit): $354

My HANS sport II is a hand-me-down from my dad since he sold his race car but they are $585 new

G Force Pro Eliminator helmet: $250

Those prices are all before tax/shipping and discounts. I highly recommend Discovery Parts for all the gear besides the harness bar.

Agreed. Discovery Parts are a great vendor. I got the anchors done on my helmet by them at my first Lemons race. Highly recommended.