TrackSpec Hood Louvers - Page 4 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

CSG Mike · 04-11-2016, 06:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PMok

Interesting stuff... but makes me wonder. You make it sound like you get a signficant amount of downforce in front with these louvers. Assuming an otherwise completely stock bodied BRZ/FRS, if you install the louvers would more rear downforce be needed, or just recommended? And would the louvers be a good alternative to a front splitter? (For me personally, living with louvers in the hood would be a lot easier than dealing with the impracticalities of a big front splitter -- i.e. dealing with ramps, driveways etc.).

It'll depend on your preference, but you can also use a stiffer front sway to eliminate unwanted rotation, instead of a wing.

dp1 · 04-23-2016, 05:52 PM

Can't wait to test them on track in a few weeks

BDotG · 04-24-2016, 01:06 PM

Got them in yesterday. Was super nervous to do it. Measured a bunch but it came out off by like less than a 1/4" one side. Not super noticeable unless you're looking at it head on.

zeal86 · 04-24-2016, 01:59 PM

Love these! It is looking like they will be my next mod after I finish with my SC.

__________________________________________

projekt zeal86 build

zeal.eightsix Facebook

Instagram | zeal.eightsix

dp1 · 05-14-2016, 07:53 PM

Tested them on track today, together with JR oil cooler. Ambient 73F, oil temps in 220s and the hood moved much less at 135mph than without them. Very happy, thanks @CSG Mike.

keen as · 05-16-2016, 03:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dp1

Can't wait to test them on track in a few weeks

May I suggest, I think it is best to somehow cover your air filter to prevent water getting onto it.

dp1 · 05-16-2016, 09:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by keen as

May I suggest, I think it is best to somehow cover your air filter to prevent water getting onto it.

Thanks, good point. I've used the "AEM 1-4000 Dry Flow Air Filter Wrap" for track driving in the rain even before louvers. I didn't check if the filter was more/wet - did you? (or anybody else)
I will check after the next rain run.

keen as · 05-17-2016, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dp1

Thanks, good point. I've used the "AEM 1-4000 Dry Flow Air Filter Wrap" for track driving in the rain even before louvers. I didn't check if the filter was more/wet - did you? (or anybody else)
I will check after the next rain run.

On a different, previous car I had, I covered the exposed air filter as a precaution. I didn't want to test for water reaching the air intake.

Otherwise, these vents look great and seem functional.

enivid · 05-30-2016, 02:50 AM

Finally installed these a couple weeks ago. Looking at my track data, they didn't lower my temps from the previous March and April track days. But it has not been really hot yet so I'm hoping when it gets up to 90+, these vents will help.

zeal86 · 06-12-2016, 01:54 AM

I received my TrackSpec hood louvers on Thursday of this week... Fast shipping and packaged perfectly.

I didn't get around to messing with them until today...I had unexpected visitors today so I couldn't finish... If the weather is good tomorrow, I hope to finish then.

I measured, then measured, then continued to measure... lol Templates are on the mark!

Btw, I called TrackSpec today to verify something about the install and wow... their customer service was awesome! I spoke to John... he really went above and beyond...

__________________________________________

projekt zeal86 build

zeal.eightsix Facebook

Instagram | zeal.eightsix

zeal86 · 06-19-2016, 11:30 PM

Installed!

Instead of using the supplied pop rivets, I opened up the predrilled holes to a number 30 hole then countersunk them. I used countersunk solid aluminum rivets (which I polished the heads) to secure the louvers to the hood.

Openings are pretty dead on! Pics are deceiving...

I love Clecos!

Like I previously mentioned, I opted for counter-sunk rivets instead of the provided pop rivets...

Bucked rivet...

Completed Pics...

__________________________________________

projekt zeal86 build

zeal.eightsix Facebook

Instagram | zeal.eightsix

enivid · 06-25-2016, 05:03 PM

On my last event the temps were in the 90's so I was able to put these vents to the test. My max ECT temp was 219 and OIL was 259.

Relevant Details:
JR SC, e85. Koyo rad. No a/c condenser. No coolant (just water/wetter). 4400 feet elevation.

zeal86 · 06-25-2016, 11:56 PM

Here are a couple pics from today's photoshoot...

__________________________________________

projekt zeal86 build

zeal.eightsix Facebook

Instagram | zeal.eightsix

zeal86 · 07-02-2016, 08:45 PM

Reppin' TrackSpec!

__________________________________________

projekt zeal86 build

04-23-2016, 05:52 PM	#44
dp1 driving smoother faster Join Date: Jul 2013 Drives: Sold Location: Some Posts: 990 Thanks: 630 Thanked 471 Times in 286 Posts Mentioned: 19 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Can't wait to test them on track in a few weeks Attached Images

04-24-2016, 01:06 PM	#45
BDotG Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Drives: Asphalt 2013 FR-S Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 253 Thanks: 38 Thanked 126 Times in 73 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Got them in yesterday. Was super nervous to do it. Measured a bunch but it came out off by like less than a 1/4" one side. Not super noticeable unless you're looking at it head on. __________________ Build Thread: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=87104 // Save the fenders

06-19-2016, 11:30 PM	#53
zeal86 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Drives: Posts: 1,947 Thanks: 1,149 Thanked 1,773 Times in 872 Posts Mentioned: 23 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Installed! Instead of using the supplied pop rivets, I opened up the predrilled holes to a number 30 hole then countersunk them. I used countersunk solid aluminum rivets (which I polished the heads) to secure the louvers to the hood. Openings are pretty dead on! Pics are deceiving... I love Clecos! Like I previously mentioned, I opted for counter-sunk rivets instead of the provided pop rivets... Bucked rivet... Completed Pics... __________________________________________ projekt zeal86 build zeal.eightsix Facebook Instagram \| zeal.eightsix Last edited by zeal86; 06-20-2016 at 11:16 PM.

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
LOUVERS?	AG3NT_5CARFAC3	Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)	37	01-25-2017 07:55 PM
WTB TRD REAR LOUVERS	86_dion	Want-To-Buy Requests	13	05-27-2015 06:12 PM
Side Window Louvers	hypercarfanatic	Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)	8	07-16-2014 03:34 PM
knockoff louvers?	cjsporl1996	Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)	3	04-21-2014 02:09 AM

04-24-2016, 01:59 PM	#46
zeal86 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Drives: Posts: 1,947 Thanks: 1,149 Thanked 1,773 Times in 872 Posts Mentioned: 23 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Love these! It is looking like they will be my next mod after I finish with my SC. __________________________________________ projekt zeal86 build zeal.eightsix Facebook Instagram \| zeal.eightsix

05-14-2016, 07:53 PM	#47
dp1 driving smoother faster Join Date: Jul 2013 Drives: Sold Location: Some Posts: 990 Thanks: 630 Thanked 471 Times in 286 Posts Mentioned: 19 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Tested them on track today, together with JR oil cooler. Ambient 73F, oil temps in 220s and the hood moved much less at 135mph than without them. Very happy, thanks @CSG Mike.

05-30-2016, 02:50 AM	#51
enivid Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: WRB JR BRZED Location: Farmington Utah Posts: 445 Thanks: 6 Thanked 218 Times in 133 Posts Mentioned: 17 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Finally installed these a couple weeks ago. Looking at my track data, they didn't lower my temps from the previous March and April track days. But it has not been really hot yet so I'm hoping when it gets up to 90+, these vents will help.

06-12-2016, 01:54 AM	#52
zeal86 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Drives: Posts: 1,947 Thanks: 1,149 Thanked 1,773 Times in 872 Posts Mentioned: 23 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I received my TrackSpec hood louvers on Thursday of this week... Fast shipping and packaged perfectly. I didn't get around to messing with them until today...I had unexpected visitors today so I couldn't finish... If the weather is good tomorrow, I hope to finish then. I measured, then measured, then continued to measure... lol Templates are on the mark! Btw, I called TrackSpec today to verify something about the install and wow... their customer service was awesome! I spoke to John... he really went above and beyond... __________________________________________ projekt zeal86 build zeal.eightsix Facebook Instagram \| zeal.eightsix

06-25-2016, 05:03 PM	#54
enivid Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: WRB JR BRZED Location: Farmington Utah Posts: 445 Thanks: 6 Thanked 218 Times in 133 Posts Mentioned: 17 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	On my last event the temps were in the 90's so I was able to put these vents to the test. My max ECT temp was 219 and OIL was 259. Relevant Details: JR SC, e85. Koyo rad. No a/c condenser. No coolant (just water/wetter). 4400 feet elevation.

06-25-2016, 11:56 PM	#55
zeal86 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Drives: Posts: 1,947 Thanks: 1,149 Thanked 1,773 Times in 872 Posts Mentioned: 23 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Here are a couple pics from today's photoshoot... __________________________________________ projekt zeal86 build zeal.eightsix Facebook Instagram \| zeal.eightsix

07-02-2016, 08:45 PM	#56
zeal86 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Drives: Posts: 1,947 Thanks: 1,149 Thanked 1,773 Times in 872 Posts Mentioned: 23 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Reppin' TrackSpec! __________________________________________ projekt zeal86 build

User Name		Remember Me?
Password