The quest to my first HPDE v2.0

white95 · Aug 15, 2015

The quest to my first HPDE

There is a NASA High Performance Driver's Education event November 19/20 that I'm planning to attend so, I have to whip this car into shape. Why not drive my '95 GT? Simple, I can't. Now, back to this heap. Before they'll let you on the track you have to pass some tech inspection and that's what I'll be focusing on first. I know my car well and what deficiencies it has and this is the punch list:

1. Wheels & Tires:

fresh set of Nankang 275/35r18s
clean the Konigs up

2. Brakes:

FTR 14" kit
Porterfield R4 pads
stainless braided brake hoses
flush fluid and replace with ......?

3. Steering & Suspension:

install Bilstein HD shocks
install BBK specific rate springs
alignment

4. Safety Equipment:

Helmet is current

5. Engine:

troubleshoot upper RPM stumble
battery hold down/terminal covers
change oil

6. Miscellaneous:

Driver seat wiring
secure rear view mirror
assemble tool kit to bring to track
pads and rotors for trip to/from track

white95 · Aug 15, 2015

While the couple of parts needed begin to arrive I took the time to update my helmet's clear visor to a blue chrome piece:

Our very own [MENTION=15705]mcglsr2[/MENTION] suggested that I try this CG-Lock lap belt locking device out since harnesses and a harness bar weren't going to be involved:

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wmfateam · Aug 31, 2016

Make sure said 98 has fresh fluid and decent pads.

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white95 · Aug 31, 2016

wmfateam said:
Make sure said 98 has fresh fluid and decent pads.

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I'm going with some Porterfield R4 pads and blank rotors. Want to flush the brake fluid also..

mcglsr2 · Aug 31, 2016

mcglsr2 · Aug 31, 2016

Oh, I also recommend CG Locks if you don't have a harness. They do actually help somewhat.

hotmustang95 · Aug 31, 2016

Good for you man. Just remember it's worse then crack. NASA is a great organization to run with. I personally have not run with them but have many friends who do and even race in American Iron. FYI there are other clubs that don't require club fees like PBOC and PCA. Just to give you more options and track dates.

white95 · Sep 1, 2016

mcglsr2 said:
Oh, I also recommend CG Locks if you don't have a harness. They do actually help somewhat.

I don't have harnesses and likely won't for this car. Thanks for the tip! [edit: ordered one :thumbsup: ]

hotmustang95 said:
Good for you man. Just remember it's worse then crack. NASA is a great organization to run with. I personally have not run with them but have many friends who do and even race in American Iron. FYI there are other clubs that don't require club fees like PBOC and PCA. Just to give you more options and track dates.

Oh yes, I've been hooked for years but for one reason or another, have't been able to attend any events. Just wait until I get my track car sorted, I think you'll like it.

mcglsr2 · Sep 1, 2016

white95 said:
I don't have harnesses and likely won't for this car. Thanks for the tip! [edit: ordered one :thumbsup: ]

Sure thing! They are easy to remove from the belt if you don't want them on during "normal" driving (though they only get tight once you crank down on the belt - so you could leave it on if you wanted to).