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03-28-2022, 08:48 AM | #15 |
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Other that the big 3 that you mentioned, there is a small test track near Emporia, Va. They only run 1-2 events/yr. I'll try an look up the actual name when I get a chance.
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Looking at my records I had a net savings of about $200 per year for 6 years, and I still have the kit. Now, that is less than $10 per event so if you aren't doing too many events the kit won't make as much sense. |
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The actual mass of the pads are about the same as stock, within 1%, so you are not actually getting "more pad". What you are getting is a weight reduction from a lighter caliper, increased caliper rigidity, and more rotor cooling. This cooling is likely why your pad cost ended up going down; you went from exceeding the capacity of your pad to barely at the capacity of your pad. You may also end up with insufficient rotor thermal capacity in some cases, depending on the car's weight, tire used, and power output. The Sprint system really only belongs on lighter, lower powered cars. |
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04-13-2022, 07:44 PM | #19 |
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When tracking, I'd say the priority is safety and minimizing expenses. Getting a 2nd gen, it has a built in oil cooler so I think you can skip out on a dedicated oil cooler for now.
First is getting brakes so pads and fluid should be a good starting point at least until you run out the OE set of rotors. After that, look at getting a BBK but till then, you're probably better served just buying pads and fluid. Lots of options although I was happiest with Winmax W5 when I ran them a few years ago. I'm running Carbotech XP10 right now which are getting the job done but they don't fill me with the same confidence the Winmax W5s did. Lots of options for fluid. I run Castrol SRF which I only replace once every 2-3 years and it holds up fine. Other priority is getting enough camber so you don't tear the shoulders off all your tires prematurely. Target a minimum of -3f/-2r but more doesn't hurt. Camber adjustable rear lower control arms are plentiful and affordable, I still run SPC RLCA that I bought for like $120 for the set back in 2014. Higher quality options exist but I don't think are needed by any stretch unless you need them for specific classing rules. Up front, camber plates can do it but considering the cost of plates, I'd suggest just getting coilovers because you'll end up wanting them eventually anyways. If your primary use is street driving with a bit of track work, RCE SS1 which are good and I run them, but if you are mostly track and fun stuff, then a more track geared coilover setup like KWv3 or KW Club Sports might be a better investment. Oh yeah, if your coilovers don't come with adjustable front swaybar endlinks, consider spending a few dollars on a set. To set them, you need to remove preload under the same situation you would be driving in. Basically connect one side at an approximately appropriate length and leave the other side disconnected. Load your car as though you will be driving it on track. If you drive alone, get someone close to your weight to sit in the drivers seat, if driving with someone else, try match the weight differential. Once vehicle weight is set, adjust endlink length so it goes through the connecting hole with no tension and tighten it down and you're done. Spend the rest on wheels and tires. IMO most important is to get a style you like but I recommend sticking to 17 inch for affordability. RS4 are sticky and affordable and will last a long time. Last edited by Lynxis; 04-13-2022 at 07:59 PM. |
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The AP racing sprint kit has great resale value.
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My picks: Oil cooler; spare wheel/tire set, camber bolts and alignment, dedicated track pads, save the rest for track day entries, fluid changes, fuel. There is no tunning option for now so I'd skip thinking about a header for now - throw in a hi-flow air filter and call it a day. If I was about to get a BBK later down the way I'd probably go Brembo GT once again.
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What oil temps are you guys seeing at the track with stock engine? If it's below 280 degrees F, I don't think an external oil cooler would be worth the hassle..
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Not yet on this platform, but on others with much higher HP ratings, I've done so much experimenting with various oil coolers as well as temps. I got oil that hit 290s on Camaros and Corvettes tested at the lab, and in both cases, oil (5W-30 and 0W-40 Mobil1) was in excellent shape, and there was nothing elevated in lab results that would show any abnormal wear.
I'd not be worried if it stays in 270s or even 280s, and we can get it lab tested, too, for peace of mind. I know that they're also designed to withstand more, but to give you an idea, a Corvette engine gets into limp mode only at 325 degrees F oil temp (or 260 degrees F coolant with 21 PSI cooling system). Also, if the coolant temp also gets elevated when oil gets to that 279 degrees F, a better radiator might provide relief for both.
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You said 280 so 279 was me having a little fun. It's been discussed ad nauseum - and while quality oil can work at that heat range there's a host of reasons to keep it cooler if it's convenient or in the budget to do.
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