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Old Jan 18, 2004 | 11:57 PM
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I thought I'd post the results so far for my cars 'diet'.

Remove A/C condensor:18 lbs.
Remove Heater fan and pipe: 5.5 lbs
Add CF cup heater bypass pipe: +100 grams
Remove Fan & evaporator from front fender: 13.5 lbs
Remove A/C piping from rear and side: 2 lbs

So, I've removed about 40 lbs from climate control stuff thats not required in a track car. I'm sure I'll be at least 0.01 sec faster now.
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Old Jan 19, 2004 | 01:06 AM
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Thanks for keeping us posted on the project Tom. I'm trying to convince my wife it makes sense to convert the 964 into a designated track car. It's such a slope, I don't even want to get close until I get the approval.

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Old Jan 19, 2004 | 04:54 AM
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Do you notice a difference in performance yet?

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Old Jan 19, 2004 | 06:21 PM
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Phil, given my skill level I'm not sure I'd notice a performance difference made by 200 lbs of weight loss. I pulled most of the stuff out before my first track outing with the car so I have no comparative experience with the A/C installed. I sure as hell hope I get a noticeable difference in the braking from that change! While I seldom need heat in the car, I may take it for a drive just to see what the lack of blower etc does to the heating (the car is licensed for the street).
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