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Track Advice Needed
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Thanks guys. I spoke with the guys at the track and am going to dedicate much of the funds I had in mind for wheels/tires/other accessories to getting more time on the track via membership (not cheap).
I think I'll install the non-compliance toe links first. Maybe after that, I'll install the non-compliance rear beam bushing kit. I'm assuming one does not require the other? The speed shop warned that installing both would make the suspension noisy or "clunky" afterwards. Anybody experience this?
I think the next opportunity to hit the track is in August, so expect to see some new footage afterwards.
Thoughts?
I think I'll install the non-compliance toe links first. Maybe after that, I'll install the non-compliance rear beam bushing kit. I'm assuming one does not require the other? The speed shop warned that installing both would make the suspension noisy or "clunky" afterwards. Anybody experience this?
I think the next opportunity to hit the track is in August, so expect to see some new footage afterwards.
Thoughts?
Good decision regarding priorities. Which club are you referring to and what are the membership fees - besides the registration costs for each track event?! Since you are in SoCal, hopefully you can hook up with a few others and atttend one of those two days events at Laguna and Sears. A few of us instruct for TrackMatsers - great low key and safety oriented hpde.
You can do the non-compliance toe link without doing the beam; you can do the beam later if cost is a consideration. As for clunking nosie, seriously it is marginal at best but the benefits outweigh it hands down.
You can do the non-compliance toe link without doing the beam; you can do the beam later if cost is a consideration. As for clunking nosie, seriously it is marginal at best but the benefits outweigh it hands down.
You should do the non comp rear beam and toe links at the same time. And no they have never made any noise in the 40k miles I've had them.
Hrant, I guess I need to update my profile info. I'm actually in the New Orleans area.
I moved from SoCal, where I never wanted for a fun place to drive the NSX. I spent every weekend in the Malibu Canyons, which fulfilled my needs. After moving to Nola, there was really no place to do any spirited driving (and the roads are pretty bad).
I did a few track events at a small road course track nearby, Circuit Grand Bayou, prior to Nola Motorsports Park opening. I attended the first public track day and the recent NASA event last month. I hope to spend every opportunity there.
The track's membership is steep, aimed at the multi F/P-car owner, but it gets you access to all trackday events (NASA, track run, member days, etc). I'll get tons more access to the track and more driving each day, so that should significantly build seat time.
Quick question about the rear beam bushings: can they be pressed straight through, or is there a special tool required to pull the existing bushings?
I moved from SoCal, where I never wanted for a fun place to drive the NSX. I spent every weekend in the Malibu Canyons, which fulfilled my needs. After moving to Nola, there was really no place to do any spirited driving (and the roads are pretty bad).
I did a few track events at a small road course track nearby, Circuit Grand Bayou, prior to Nola Motorsports Park opening. I attended the first public track day and the recent NASA event last month. I hope to spend every opportunity there.
The track's membership is steep, aimed at the multi F/P-car owner, but it gets you access to all trackday events (NASA, track run, member days, etc). I'll get tons more access to the track and more driving each day, so that should significantly build seat time.
Quick question about the rear beam bushings: can they be pressed straight through, or is there a special tool required to pull the existing bushings?
Absolutely not true, it doesn't make the car more noisy.. however, when those parts worn out, it may start making some noises, but at that point you may already swap those ones out for safety.
A question about heel/toe and pedals.
I'm finding it a little difficult to heel/toe the downshifts with the stock pedals. I have size 13 shoes (not sure if that plays any part) but seem to be reaching to get my heel to the accelerator. Chances are, my technique sucks, but just in case this is a common problem, what would you recommend for pedals to help?
I'm finding it a little difficult to heel/toe the downshifts with the stock pedals. I have size 13 shoes (not sure if that plays any part) but seem to be reaching to get my heel to the accelerator. Chances are, my technique sucks, but just in case this is a common problem, what would you recommend for pedals to help?
Not sure if a special press tool is required or not for the beam, but I know it can be done on the car without taking it off.
As for pedals, get the Autovation pedals, they have a dead pedal designed for the NSX too - come in different styles. Great value and they work.
As for pedals, get the Autovation pedals, they have a dead pedal designed for the NSX too - come in different styles. Great value and they work.
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Anybody got a link to the removal/installation of the rear beam bushings while still on the car? Will likely do the work through the speed shop at the track, so I'd like to give them as much info as possible.
Also, they've asked me to seek input on ride height. Although the car was corner balanced back when the KW V3's were installed, they'd like to better distribute the weight front/rear.
Also, they've asked me to seek input on ride height. Although the car was corner balanced back when the KW V3's were installed, they'd like to better distribute the weight front/rear.
I do. The paper copy is at the shop with the car, but I have the electronic copy as well (from here on prime). Couldn't find it in there, but I'll look again.
no kidding H??
i'll buy you a 12 pack for future credit!
Yes, pls do share!
EDIT: H, I hope you'll tell me I can use one of these.
http://www.toolsource.com/manual-bushing-removal-installation-p-129077.html
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Lol! I just checked with Shad who did mine back in 2007. He confirmed it was done on the car. He has a tool that allows him to do it without taking the beam out, and without taking the header for access.
FYI, Shad makes/offers con-compliance toe links and the beam parts. Not sure he also sells the tool :wink:
haha! if only he wasn't so far away! though... this might be worth a detour when I hit up the Norcal tracks one day.
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