Orthojoe's track build journal
12-27-2015, 08:35 PM
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Had to dig to find it, but here we go...
At Rennsport Reunion V, held in September of this year at Laguna Seca, the winner of the PCA Club race was Patrick Lindsey in a 997.2 R Cup car. His fastest lap of the race was 1:28.7.
So, I wasn't exaggerating. That Viper ACR is FAST!
By the way, I felt totally cheated at RRV, as a few of my fellow "competitors" in the club race group were guys from IMSA's Cup series slumming it with us mere mortals just to get more seat time.
Now I know what the slow cars on track feel like in WEC when the LMP1 cars go whizzing by.
At Rennsport Reunion V, held in September of this year at Laguna Seca, the winner of the PCA Club race was Patrick Lindsey in a 997.2 R Cup car. His fastest lap of the race was 1:28.7.
So, I wasn't exaggerating. That Viper ACR is FAST!
By the way, I felt totally cheated at RRV, as a few of my fellow "competitors" in the club race group were guys from IMSA's Cup series slumming it with us mere mortals just to get more seat time.
Now I know what the slow cars on track feel like in WEC when the LMP1 cars go whizzing by.
But I think we could get an RS in the 1:29 range with some 19" Hoosier R7's and some setup work at Laguna......we have seen what Hoosiers can do to a GT4 vs a GT3....impressive indeed!
Now I know the RS is 2.5 times more expensive......but let's not go there because that is an entirely different topic...:roll eyes:
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12-27-2015, 08:54 PM
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Wow the ACR is rediculously fast for the money. But it looks massive and I wonder if it drives like a truck? Crazy fast time though. I have been able to beat most older ACR in my GT2 at my local track Hallett but if someone shows up in this, I would expect a serious beating.
12-27-2015, 09:54 PM
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Originally Posted by porscheflat6
Wow the ACR is rediculously fast for the money. But it looks massive and I wonder if it drives like a truck? Crazy fast time though. I have been able to beat most older ACR in my GT2 at my local track Hallett but if someone shows up in this, I would expect a serious beating.
12-28-2015, 01:12 AM
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See post 45, shot next to my car but not a perfect perspective. It didn't seem big, but it did seem WIDE and it IS.
12-28-2015, 10:22 AM
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Kumho V720!! Start a campaign for these tires!!!
Cheaper, grip better, look like they'll last longer, and according to the ACR engineer that was there Saturday, the tires don't heat cycle out either. Aero or not, I WANT these tires for my GT3 and GT4. I already sent an email to Kumho pleading for them. We should all do the same!
Cheaper, grip better, look like they'll last longer, and according to the ACR engineer that was there Saturday, the tires don't heat cycle out either. Aero or not, I WANT these tires for my GT3 and GT4. I already sent an email to Kumho pleading for them. We should all do the same!
EDIT-- I tried calling just now and it seems the tech/motorsports folks there are out for the holidays, but they referred me to a fellow named Chris Han and said he would get back to me when he returned to the office. I'm going to follow up with an email right now....
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12-28-2015, 10:56 AM
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Check engine light came on and car went into limp mode. We got the power reduced but ok to drive message. Reset the code, and the car is totally normal again, but the light always comes back on within a mile. The codes seemed to be related to the ignition system. I'll have to take the car into the dealer. I'm suspicious this has to do with the ignition coil pack and spark plug recall even though my VIN was NOT on the recall list.
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12-28-2015, 11:29 AM
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I am down with that idea--calling Kumho myself today! I added them to my thread on requesting new tire sizes from manufacturers. Everyone who cares about this issue should call Kumho at 1-800-HI-KUMHO (445-8646) and request they make them, or email Kumho Product/Fitment Technical Support and Motorsports Information: TechSupport@KumhoTireUSA.com please! There's strength in numbers...
EDIT-- I tried calling just now and it seems the tech/motorsports folks there are out for the holidays, but they referred me to a fellow named Chris Han and said he would get back to me when he returned to the office. I'm going to follow up with an email right now....
TT
EDIT-- I tried calling just now and it seems the tech/motorsports folks there are out for the holidays, but they referred me to a fellow named Chris Han and said he would get back to me when he returned to the office. I'm going to follow up with an email right now....
TT
Sorry to hear about the CEL and loss of track time. I believe your suspicion is correct. It has been our experience that the 991 GT3 tend to go through spark plugs & ignition coils more than its predecessor. At our shop, when we feel the idle starts to gets more lumpy we advice replacement. Also not a bad idea to carry a spare set in the tool box. :-)
12-28-2015, 01:45 PM
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Hope your car doesn't need more than that.
12-30-2015, 06:58 PM
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Had my plugs/coils replaced today at Suncoast Porsche under Campaign (although mine is not part of the campaign?). 3 other Gt3s in today, one for my issue, one for oil cooler leak and one for blown engine at Daytona. Too bad; it is an amazing car. Also put the DSC PASM Controller in while it was there.
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12-30-2015, 07:11 PM
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Had my plugs/coils replaced today at Suncoast Porsche under Campaign (although mine is not part of the campaign?). 3 other Gt3s in today, one for my issue, one for oil cooler leak and one for blown engine at Daytona. Too bad; it is an amazing car. Also put the DSC PASM Controller in while it was there.
12-31-2015, 09:45 AM
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Had my plugs/coils replaced today at Suncoast Porsche under Campaign (although mine is not part of the campaign?). 3 other Gt3s in today, one for my issue, one for oil cooler leak and one for blown engine at Daytona. Too bad; it is an amazing car. Also put the DSC PASM Controller in while it was there.
12-31-2015, 09:53 AM
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Had my plugs/coils replaced today at Suncoast Porsche under Campaign (although mine is not part of the campaign?). 3 other Gt3s in today, one for my issue, one for oil cooler leak and one for blown engine at Daytona. Too bad; it is an amazing car. Also put the DSC PASM Controller in while it was there.
ECU flash ? Yet to hear of any PCNA cars done . It's been said that PAG
released this new soft ware update 12/19/15
Thanks for the info