Race Track Questions

flashburn · 03-27-2011, 04:48 PM

At least with Chin, they do allow passing, everything is using a "point-by" system, Novice you can only pass on approved straightaway's, the other levels are unrestricted. As for an instructor not letting you do "something stupid", that doesn't mean there won't be mistakes made. Hell, last time I was out, I saw one guy almost completely spin out right in front of me in Turn 17 @ Sebring, and another guy over shoot turn turn 7. An instructor can only do so much to help a person drive, so things will definitely still happen.

I think there have been many threads about making the Z track ready. The list is pretty short, so here you go:
1. Upgraded pads (I'm using Carbotech's).
2. Oil Cooler (It's a must, get a 34-row, can never have too much cooling)
3. Somewhat optional, Stainless Steel Brake Lines. I'd recommend it, easy job, and cheap. Much more reliable and more firm and predictable compared to the rubber lines you'd be replacing.

You should also do an oil change before an event, and most also require a inspection covering varying components before an event.

Here's an example of one:
Chin Motorsports Tech sheet

sig11 · 03-28-2011, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flashburn

I think there have been many threads about making the Z track ready. The list is pretty short, so here you go:
2. Oil Cooler (It's a must, get a 34-row, can never have too much cooling)

I would strongly disagree with that if you plan on driving on the street in the spring/fall in the northern states. Get a 19 row or 25 row if you are still primarily street driving.

I have had trouble getting up to temperature on 70F days on the street with my 25 row cooler. Aside from the track I almost always drive with a block out plate in front of the cooler.

flashburn · 03-28-2011, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sig11

I would strongly disagree with that if you plan on driving on the street in the spring/fall in the northern states. Get a 19 row or 25 row if you are still primarily street driving.

I have had trouble getting up to temperature on 70F days on the street with my 25 row cooler. Aside from the track I almost always drive with a block out plate in front of the cooler.

Running with a cover should stop that from being a problem. He'll probably have to run with a cover in the winter, regardless of size anyway. Even on Florida "Cold" days (30-ish degrees F), it gets up to 180-200 just as quickly as stock did, with a cover on it.

DIY: Oil Cooler Cover

03-27-2011, 04:48 PM	#1 (permalink)
flashburn A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Central Florida Posts: 1,884 Drives: '12 Corvette GS 6M Rep Power: 21	At least with Chin, they do allow passing, everything is using a "point-by" system, Novice you can only pass on approved straightaway's, the other levels are unrestricted. As for an instructor not letting you do "something stupid", that doesn't mean there won't be mistakes made. Hell, last time I was out, I saw one guy almost completely spin out right in front of me in Turn 17 @ Sebring, and another guy over shoot turn turn 7. An instructor can only do so much to help a person drive, so things will definitely still happen. I think there have been many threads about making the Z track ready. The list is pretty short, so here you go: 1. Upgraded pads (I'm using Carbotech's). 2. Oil Cooler (It's a must, get a 34-row, can never have too much cooling) 3. Somewhat optional, Stainless Steel Brake Lines. I'd recommend it, easy job, and cheap. Much more reliable and more firm and predictable compared to the rubber lines you'd be replacing. You should also do an oil change before an event, and most also require a inspection covering varying components before an event. Here's an example of one: Chin Motorsports Tech sheet __________________ Current Ride: 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Centennial Edition Carbon Flash 6M Previous Ride: 2009 Nissan 370Z Sport Platinum Graphite 7AT

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