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South West Region
01-09-2024, 03:32 PM
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ISO - SoCal Camaro Restoration Shop Recommendations
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402
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Beater79TA
Re: ISO - SoCal Camaro Restoration Shop Recommendations
If money isn't an issue, try Reiss Racing in Escondido. He's a Camaro guy and can handle this. But it won't be inexpensive to have a shop do that kind of work.
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TPI
10-04-2023, 01:32 PM
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129
FiTech 38350 ECU
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20,474
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: FiTech 38350 ECU
89 GTA should be an electronic speedo. That means it should be a simple splice of the output wire from the Fitech to the speedo wire from the factory ECM to the gauges which is located under the...
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-10-2023, 06:52 PM
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Pacific NW racers needed
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Pacific NW racers needed
So you think you can drive? You think you are good behind the wheel? You like to autocross and want to try a real track day too? The Optima Search for the Ultimate Streetcar has openings for the...
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Wheels and Tires
05-03-2023, 10:34 AM
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Wheel sizes??
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999
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Wheel sizes??
If hitting a few spots with a hammer doesn't count as modding, you can go as wide as 18x11 with the wheels and fit some brands 315/30/18. Far less expensive to stop at 17x9.5 and run a 275/40/17...
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Suspension and Chassis
04-25-2023, 11:49 AM
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Front Wheel Bearing Spacers
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3,794
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Front Wheel Bearing Spacers
For those of us who might want to install these, what was the height of the spacer in this photo as a starting point? Looks like 4 full threads exposed.
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-17-2023, 11:53 AM
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What tracks have you run on?
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491
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: What tracks have you run on?
Drag strips:
Firebird,
Fontana
Las Vegas
Beech Bend
Road Courses:
Daytona FL
Willow Springs CA
Laguna Seca CA
Forum:
South West Region
04-13-2023, 09:10 AM
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Radwood
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518
Posted By
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Re: Radwood
Guess I need to keep the Phoenix option in mind when scheduling the racing season past September. I may need to have the cars back in Phoenix by then for the show.
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LTX and LSX
04-13-2023, 08:50 AM
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What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?
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334,721
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?
To sidetrack this for one more post, I've been using the Fitech systems for the last couple of years on our LS swap cars as standalones and piggyback systems on newer vehicles. Zero issues so far...
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Suspension and Chassis
04-13-2023, 08:27 AM
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UMI weight Jack failures
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4,974
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: UMI weight Jack failures
Still not sure what you're doing to these that no one else is to bust them up this bad. We've had ours on the car since the part was introduced after breaking the Ground Control units. We've put...
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LTX and LSX
04-13-2023, 08:10 AM
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1,905
What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?
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334,721
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?
It feels good to see I'm not the only one noticing this about the Holley EFI products. 6 of us spent half a day diagnosing a wiring issue with a Terminator system recently that turned out to be a...
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TPI
04-12-2023, 09:59 PM
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129
FiTech 38350 ECU
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20,474
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: FiTech 38350 ECU
Keep posting updates on how this works out for each install. I've been running their LS harness and computer on 2 swap cars for a couple of years with no issues. The harness for this one looks like...
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Members Camaros
01-25-2023, 07:51 AM
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Detroit Speed 1987 Camaro Test Car 2.0
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94,590
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Detroit Speed 1987 Camaro Test Car 2.0
From the build photos on the DSE website, the 4link doesn't intrude very far into the interior and the seats will go back in without any real modifications. The main reason many track cars don't...
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Suspension and Chassis
10-18-2022, 09:00 PM
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UMI Torque Arm Hitting Speedo Sensor
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350
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Beater79TA
Re: UMI Torque Arm Hitting Speedo Sensor
Same. Cut an inch off the front with our T56 swap to keep it clear of the speed sensor. As long as it goes through the bushing you won't have an issue.
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-18-2022, 08:56 PM
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(Not So) Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
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9,817
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Beater79TA
Re: (Not So) Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
Buy the 200TW tires. You won't stress anything enough to break it rapidly unless it was already failing. We ran close to 800 laps a year for a few years on 200TW tires and never broke suspension...
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-18-2022, 03:38 PM
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(Not So) Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
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Beater79TA
Re: (Not So) Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
Dark fluid is also a sign it simply needs to be changed. Heat cycles and water contamination will also cause it to look "burned" or dark. You MC is probably fine if there was no debris in the...
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-07-2022, 08:23 AM
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(Not So) Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
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9,817
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Beater79TA
Re: (Not So) Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
For your brakes, open the hood so you can see the booster and master from inside the car. Sit in the driver's seat and press the brake pedal hard while watching to see how far the booster and master...
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Suspension and Chassis
12-28-2021, 09:57 AM
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Koni Sport Adjustable Shocks Vs QA 1 Adjustable Shocks
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1,659
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Koni Sport Adjustable Shocks Vs QA 1 Adjustable Shocks
Grinding is common when going to an adjustable shock. It doesn't require much to clearance for the adjuster knobs at the bottom of the shock. You are doing some minor clearancing not cutting a big...
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Suspension and Chassis
11-12-2021, 04:22 PM
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Rear Coilovers
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1,311
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Rear Coilovers
both of the thirdgens run 400 lb springs on the rear coilovers. Yes, it's a stiff ride. Yes, it sticks in the corners.
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Suspension and Chassis
11-11-2021, 01:39 PM
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Is a 4 link worth it for a street/autocross car?
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5,125
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Is a 4 link worth it for a street/autocross car?
DSE sells a 4 link kit for the cars. Every other vendor has versions of panhard and torque arm setups for upgrades. Heidts even sells an IRS kit. In competition, the only car running the 4 link...
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Suspension and Chassis
11-11-2021, 01:32 PM
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Rear Coilovers
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1,311
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Rear Coilovers
We've been running rear coilovers for about 5 years. The only real complaint I have is the packaging gets tight. You have the lower control arm, sway bar end, and the shock and spring looking for...
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
11-03-2021, 02:06 PM
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170
(Not So) Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
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9,817
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
The vette wheels will require adapters to get the spacing correct so add money for that. The BFG Sport Comp 2s will be fine for beginnnig autocross.
Of all the parts you listed, the adjustable...
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LTX and LSX
11-03-2021, 10:04 AM
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64
Money almost no object swap?
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3,198
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Money almost no object swap?
Yep. No big block LS engines. Some just have more cubic inches than others on the same exterior dimensions.
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Members Firebirds
10-22-2021, 03:37 PM
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Aercatch hood pins and the Steel Firebird hood
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209
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Aercatch hood pins and the Steel Firebird hood
Not too many people put hood pins of any kind on the stock steel hoods. There really isn't a reason to from a functionality standpoint. Those hoods stay closed fine without them and a stiff enough...
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LTX and LSX
10-18-2021, 08:41 AM
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64
Money almost no object swap?
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3,198
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Money almost no object swap?
This is the often overlooked part of any Pro-Touring style build. If you actually run it, you will eventually break it. Keep that in mind. More conservative builds may be a little slower but will...
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-18-2021, 08:02 AM
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170
(Not So) Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
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9,817
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
The rear end doesn't shift much but its enough when you go to larger than stock tires. With 315s on the rear, I need the rear dead center or 1 side will rub on the inner wheel well in high G...
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-05-2021, 09:11 AM
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170
(Not So) Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
Views:
9,817
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
Weight jacks are nice all around. You can adjust spring rates and ride height as desired once they are installed. They also work with any shock you decide to use on the car. (the kit in your...
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-04-2021, 08:24 PM
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170
(Not So) Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
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9,817
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
I can't say I'm a fan of KYB but they'll work as a starter shock. Same with the lowering springs. Weight jacks give you more adjustability but also cost more.
For Chicago area SCCA, here is the...
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-04-2021, 01:29 PM
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170
(Not So) Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
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9,817
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
The biggest difference you'll see between 17 and 18 inch wheels is about $800 in tire price between the 2 sizes. As a beginner you won't notice any difference in traction or handling by going to an...
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Wheels and Tires
09-30-2021, 01:03 PM
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2
Help with 18x10.5 rims
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1,056
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Help with 18x10.5 rims
We run 6 inch backspace up front on a 2 piece rotor with a 1/2 inch thick rotor hat. Rear started at 6.5 inches but is now at 6 inches. A 315/30/18 had enough sidewall flex in high speed corners to...
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-30-2021, 12:58 PM
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170
(Not So) Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
Views:
9,817
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Bare Minimum to Give Autox or Track Racing a Shot?
I'm a little late to the party on this one but here is my advice.
1) make sure the car is mechanically sound. No leaks. No broken steering components. Battery is secured. Nothing moves around...
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Wheels and Tires
09-28-2021, 01:01 PM
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44
Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
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4,687
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
Car setup and component selection can make a huge difference. We run a fully prepped 8:1 steering gear up front and find it to be far more responsive than the R&P cars we also compete in with better...
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Wheels and Tires
09-28-2021, 08:52 AM
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44
Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
Views:
4,687
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
It isn't that the platform can't do it. It can with a solid build and driver. We do it regularly at USCA and other open class events. So do several other cars out there including the DSE-Z and the...
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Wheels and Tires
09-28-2021, 08:04 AM
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44
Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
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4,687
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Beater79TA
Re: Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
So despite your initial bragging about these tires allwoing you to outrun people, you never actually outran anyone? Probably faster for me to just look it up on the SCCA timing sites instead of...
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Wheels and Tires
09-26-2021, 11:29 PM
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44
Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
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4,687
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Beater79TA
Re: Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
But did you ever place first at an event that had more than one entry in your class? Or is your car still slow when compared to the rest if the field?
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Suspension and Chassis
09-04-2021, 10:03 PM
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22
Height adjustable panhard - Heidts vs. UMI vs. Founders
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3,367
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Height adjustable panhard - Heidts vs. UMI vs. Founders
To be honest, we've never used a panhard relocation kit. We've been running the UMI Watts link for the last 5 years to adjust roll center and keep the axle centered. That plus the rear coilovers...
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-21-2021, 08:48 PM
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49
UMI roll call P.A. AutoX event
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1,284
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Beater79TA
Re: UMI roll call P.A. AutoX event
Eh, anyone can do pics. We upped the red neck ante this year with an inflatable truck bed swimming pool. We're trying to convince Ryan to let us take people for laps around the oval in it for charity...
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-14-2021, 08:29 AM
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49
UMI roll call P.A. AutoX event
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1,284
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: UMI roll call P.A. AutoX event
It was only 5 of the 8 pistons missing pieces. Heads are fine so was the rest of the rotating assembly and block. 2 week turnaround on the rebuild including shipping round trip to Texas Speed for...
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-13-2021, 07:35 PM
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49
UMI roll call P.A. AutoX event
Views:
1,284
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: UMI roll call P.A. AutoX event
Update: Blew the motor in the Camaro at Willow Springs at the end of May so the GTA will be racing east all season while we get the new motor into the Camaro. The party at the track will be epic...
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Aftermarket Product Review
06-29-2021, 11:32 AM
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Hawks Thirdgen products
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8,318
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Hawks Thirdgen products
I've purchased a lot of items from Hawks over the last decade. Are their prices the cheapest? Not on everything. Is it always in stock? Also no. I've had to wait for some items. I've never had...
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Suspension and Chassis
06-01-2021, 05:13 PM
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Where to start on suspension
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1,530
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Where to start on suspension
Agreed. My next build may be a C3. Have to decide between that one, the 1st gen, and the 2nd gen. But compared to what was spent building the DSE-Z, a C6 is a bargain.
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Suspension and Chassis
06-01-2021, 08:26 AM
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Where to start on suspension
Views:
1,530
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Beater79TA
Re: Where to start on suspension
Hell, the cost of a C6Z when they were new wasn't even close to the cost to build the DSE-Z. Definitely better bang for your buck to buy the C6 than mod a thirdgen.
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Wheels and Tires
05-21-2021, 09:09 AM
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44
Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
Views:
4,687
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Beater79TA
Re: Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
True. He obviously doesn't have any timesheets or data to back up his position. I'd do this on other sites but he blocks everyone on FB that dares to question any of his statements preventing this...
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Wheels and Tires
05-21-2021, 07:52 AM
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Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
Views:
4,687
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Beater79TA
Re: Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
McLovin1181 3 days now with notifications into your inbox about responses to this thread and no reply. The data available on your driving doesn't back up your claims in the first post of this...
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Wheels and Tires
05-20-2021, 09:35 AM
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Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
Views:
4,687
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Beater79TA
Re: Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
McLovin1181 So when and where were these events where you beat the 5th and 6th gens? It wasn't NW Region SCCA based on their timing records. You don't actually run much with SCCA.
2020 Shows 1...
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Wheels and Tires
05-19-2021, 07:50 AM
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44
Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
Views:
4,687
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Beater79TA
Re: Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
McLovin1181 No response to the doppleganger car with your name and number? Or will you be hiding on this forum now too? I posted the screenshots from the SCCA timing website for you just in case. ...
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Wheels and Tires
05-18-2021, 09:55 PM
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44
Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
Views:
4,687
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
Insufficient brakes is a good reason not to do a HPDE event. When you do the brakes upgrade the fluid to hi temp racing fluid before going on a track day. You will cook regular DOT3 fluid and lose...
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Wheels and Tires
05-18-2021, 09:47 PM
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44
Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
Views:
4,687
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
People run spacers up to 1 inch and adapters even thicker all the time doing both HPDE and Autox. Check all the lug nuts for proper torque and run it. Once upon a time we ran 4th gen wheels for...
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Wheels and Tires
05-18-2021, 07:35 PM
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44
Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
Views:
4,687
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
You'd probably have a good time. Most people running autocross and road course days are friendly and have an honest desire to help the newer members get faster. That group throws awesome parking...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-18-2021, 07:28 PM
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10
PerformaBuilt Transmissions
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1,890
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: PerformaBuilt Transmissions
Just to warn you. I believe that version of the transmission is now something around $4000. It wasn't inexpensive when I got mine and it hasn't gone down in price.
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Wheels and Tires
05-18-2021, 05:29 PM
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44
Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
Views:
4,687
Posted By
Beater79TA
Re: Autocross Cheater tires A052 review
So name and car number match. Results of 2nd place in CAM match. You sure this isn't your lap times from April?
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