2016 Track Junkie Thread!
#11
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Originally Posted by goldenfri' timestamp='1452614370' post='23850198
Yes, sadly I really am going to this year. I really love it, I just don't drive enough to justify keeping it on my 1-car garage and it's way too nice for the track. I can't bring myself to put a roll bar in it.
My plans are, buy and install a roll bar, figure out a catch can system that works, and maybe install some new brakes, then I am good to go. I would prefer an AP2, but might just go with the AP1 I already have... because I already have it.
My plans are, buy and install a roll bar, figure out a catch can system that works, and maybe install some new brakes, then I am good to go. I would prefer an AP2, but might just go with the AP1 I already have... because I already have it.
Granted I've only done one weekend w/ the Stoptech kit, I gotta say it's night and day compared to the stock brakes and definitely pays for itself after a year or two if you track a good amount.
AP2's are def better. , but if you got an AP1 already it's probably hard to justify selling and rebuying unless you find an AP2 for a good deal.
What moroso can are you running? is it easily drainable? I got a ton of blow by in 9 at summit when I took my AP1 there, so I"m not doing that again until I get something set up.
#13
Originally Posted by goldenfri' timestamp='1452612719' post='23850168
Nice, my plan this year is to sell one or more cars and build a track S2000 again, so hopefully I can get out there this year.
I'm not gonna do too much this year in terms of mods, some little things and maintenance mainly. I ordered a set of the Urge rear rotors (they're running a 10% off sale for a couple more days I think) as they seem like the simplest and most cost effective solution for the rears (assuming they last). I'm gonna upgrade the diff mounts with some ES inserts (~$150 vs $300+ for whole new mounts) and I'm thinking about some spoon engine mounts.
One thing I'm thinking of doing is a seat later this year. Anyone have an opinion on Recaro PP vs. SPG vs. RSG? I'm not fat but I'm not skinny.. 5'9" just under 180lbs 32-34" waist. I'll have to walk around the track this year and try and sit in some seats to see what fits me.
Dave bought a rollbar.. hopefully he puts it in.
And thanks clarkster for starting the thread!
#14
No problem!
Ya, i did find that some seats had really low holes ovr the shoulders. I ended up going with OMP because they felt better quality and were actually cheaper, from OG. but, they werent a simple bolt in with the seat rails I had.
Ya, i did find that some seats had really low holes ovr the shoulders. I ended up going with OMP because they felt better quality and were actually cheaper, from OG. but, they werent a simple bolt in with the seat rails I had.
#15
https://www.s2ki.com/s2000/topic/109...t__p__23375818
I've only been to Summit Main once, but postman said I was blowing a cloud of smoke on turn 9/10. This was before I had the catch can setup. I don't have the part # of the moroso can off hand but I'll find it. It sits nicely down low which makes it easy to reach, here's a couple shots I just snapped in the garage. I tidied up the lines a little while ago with some plastic 90 degree fittings:
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Edit: Pretty sure I ordered this catch can: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mor-85473
#16
I'm a big sparco fan so I recommend them. I've had the recaro spg and the sparco evo. They're both similar in terms of build quality (excellent), but what I liked more about the sparco was the larger shoulder holes and more grippy stuff on the shoulders and the butt area to keep you from sliding. A lot of people when shopping for seats forget about the shoulder hole height and consequently, when they get a seat their shoulders cover up the holes and compromise the belt angle. That is what is nice about the sparco vs. the recaro. Here is a helpful link about seat sizing.
I'd prefer Sparco because they seem to be slightly cheaper not to mention the local race shop (OG Racing) is a big dealer and stocks quite a few so I could just demo and buy it there. I'm planning on sticking with the stock seat belt for now, but I'm sure I'll eventually look into getting harnesses and a hans.
#17
So purty...
Sprcos quality seemed subpar to the OMP when i was at OG (meaning velour finish and the bolster material)...they may be lighter, however. Im pretty positive the recaro is lighter but costs $200 more or so per seat
#18
I personally have found recaros to be seemingly nicer quality vs sparcos, but they're also more expensive. I had a sparco sprint in my civic about 15 yrs ago, and some Recaro SRD's a couple years later in my integra. The SRDs were very nice quality.