First tracking experiences

Eagle · 07-11-2016, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Guyfromthere

Hey guys!

I just came back from my first ever track experience and it was amazing (never thought running alone in the track could be soooo much fun!!!

), even tho the oil temperatures hit 130C and i had to stop

. So I have a few questions for you tracking peepz.

(I plan to daily drive my Z and go to track in the summer once or twice a week.)

1) When I hit 125C+ my clutch started to stuck to the ground, is this CSC failing or is that because of the high temps? Clutch went normal after cooling off.

2) Would you recommend going with Z1 motorsports 34 row oil cooler (which is forum's favorite I guess?) or are there better alternatives? Is thermostatic plate needed, because I live where temps can drop to -10 in the winter.

3) I plan on getting Stillen swaybars for less body roll on dd activities and track also. Do I need to change anything else to my suspension or they will run great on stock?

Really sorry for the noob post, all the help is greatly appreciated!

1. You have the right idea, get your fluid changed and see if that works. If not, time to think about your CSC.

2. I have the Z1 34 Row. It's a great kit and works well, however I'm at that point where I am still hitting limp mode even with the oil cooler. Personally, I need more cooling for my Z. Sounds like you are in the same situation, you could get something like the AEM 72 row cooler, get two 25 row coolers and add fans. Not many people are running a setup like this but it seems like for the ambitious track driver it will become a necessity in the warmer months. Regardless what setup you go with, I would recommend you get the thermostatic sandwich with it.

3. Stillens are ok. I run a Hotchkis sway bar in the front and the stock one in the rear on stock suspension. The hotchkis is pretty much the stiffest bar you can get off the shelf. Works well on the street and on track. I'm happy with it.

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