Dcocci's Track car/Time Attack build

Dcocci

My core was damaged at the outlet on top of the core. It was not perfectly flush with the core. You could see it was dropped or something and it was cocked at the top, and there was a small indent at the outlet. The only thing I can recommend is check it over once you get it and be aware of things that just don't look right. Besides the core everything went really good!

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-08 Porsche Cayman S

carlitos_370z

Thanks for the info bro! as soon they arrive im going to inspect everything twice BTW what oil filter you are using? i dont want to use the Fram that comes with the kit... I do my search and found that the replacement for the Fram oil filter that comes with the kit are Mobil1 M1-105, K&N HP1008 & the Purolator PureOne PL10193... I always use the Mobil1 filters on my cars and the Purolator PureOne... but i want to know wish way do you go cause is another issue in the Stillen Oil Cooler kit with the thermostatic plate we have to use a smaller oil filter

Dcocci

I used the fram and its a pretty tight fit . I may try a Mobil 1 filter my next oil change though. No complaints so far.

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-08 Porsche Cayman S

carlitos_370z

Great my friend! thanks again

Dcocci

Sunday 8/9 was another event at Big Willow. Typical hot and dusty track conditions, but all went well. The suspension on my first run was AWFUL. Using the previous streets of willow damper settings, the car was all over the place. Way too stiff. My first run was slower than my personal best with the stock suspension. No good. Once I softened the dampers 5 clicks or so all around, the car felt much better. The confidence was back, and I was able to set a PB of 1:45.5. To be honest, I was expecting a couple seconds faster than a 1:45, but it's possible that better track conditions could have settled that. The passengers front tire rubbed as well once the dampers were softened. I had the fender rolled and slightly pulled to get rid of it, and it didn't rub when stiffer. Ah well. It isn't bad at all, so I may just leave it. The brakes are finally on their last leg as well. The pad material is low enough to where the car set a brake warning/ABS light on the way home from the track. I've been impressed with the project MU HC 800's. They've lasted 7 track days, and probably 7 or 8 autocrosses with daily driving duties. Not bad at all in my book for BASE brakes and exceeded my expectations. I think it's time to upgrade to Akebonos though, as I'm looking for alot more stopping power. Overall I'm now keeping up with some quick guys in the Challenge. I took another 3rd place by the end of the day, and we were all within 1.5 seconds of each other from 1st to 3rd. Big improvement from before. The gap is closing!
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-08 Porsche Cayman S