the straights won't be too long. 130km/h is plenty on the roads.
and if you are a newbie, it's a great way to learn the roads/etiquette. i've only done track, but not any targa, as think it is very risky. touring would be a great place to start on unfamiliar roads. all your cornering will be done at 50 - 100 anyways. |
Originally Posted by aussie jimmy
(Post 12605395)
the straights won't be too long. 130km/h is plenty on the roads.
and if you are a newbie, it's a great way to learn the roads/etiquette. i've only done track, but not any targa, as think it is very risky. touring would be a great place to start on unfamiliar roads. all your cornering will be done at 50 - 100 anyways. Thanks for your thoughts. I have done Targa Tasmania a number of times before in Nissan GT-R. Finished in top 10 a few times and 2nd Outright once so I probably have a different perspective on things. I am sure that lots of competitors will be happy with the 130kph limit. Just struggling with the concept myself. |
ah ok - all good then.
sorry to preach to the converted! :to_order: |
Originally Posted by aussie jimmy
(Post 12606281)
ah ok - all good then.
sorry to preach to the converted! :to_order: |
For those that are interested I have found that Rays have the TE37 Ultra available in 11" x 20" ET 50 for the rear which is the exact factory fit. However the fronts are only available in 9" x 20" ET 45. This puts the wheel outside 22mm further out. I measured a GT4 today and I think this puts it a few mms outside the wheel arch. So it is a no go in current form. Rays would be smart to offer an 8.5" x 20" with the correct offset and they would get a lot of business. I am looking at whether the wheel can be finessed a little to make it fit.
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There is a lot of talk on these forums about people putting clear film on their cars. Is this a track only thing? Or a North American thing? In 20 years of car ownership I've never done this. Any of you guys planning on getting this done?
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Originally Posted by Bardman
(Post 12606331)
There is a lot of talk on these forums about people putting clear film on their cars. Is this a track only thing? Or a North American thing? In 20 years of car ownership I've never done this. Any of you guys planning on getting this done?
Seems like we need to watch out for the headlights though because products like Xpel will delaminate the lenses when removed. |
Originally Posted by Bardman
(Post 12606331)
There is a lot of talk on these forums about people putting clear film on their cars. Is this a track only thing? Or a North American thing? In 20 years of car ownership I've never done this. Any of you guys planning on getting this done?
Last car had it and saved a lot of damage. The side scoops will get a lot of damage from sand and small gravel chips. Much less pulverizing on your car at the track if nobody overtakes you. -I try to never let that happen! |
In regards to wheels with the exchange rate where it is japan is an excellant option but I would strongly recommend tws over rays, they are more of a race team supplier as opposed to a consumer supplier, their wheels are lighter and they will do a short run with custom offsets. And, frankly, te37s are massively overrated.
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Originally Posted by IMOA
(Post 12606645)
In regards to wheels with the exchange rate where it is japan is an excellant option but I would strongly recommend tws over rays, they are more of a race team supplier as opposed to a consumer supplier, their wheels are lighter and they will do a short run with custom offsets. And, frankly, te37s are massively overrated.
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Originally Posted by GAZZ
(Post 12606628)
Getting mine done tomorrow.
Last car had it and saved a lot of damage. The side scoops will get a lot of damage from sand and small gravel chips. Much less pulverizing on your car at the track if nobody overtakes you. -I try to never let that happen! |
Originally Posted by Bardman
(Post 12601221)
Dammit! Mine arrived last week so I could have been number 1! I have been on holidays so am only picking it up on Monday. I have the whole week off though so will make up for lost time. Where are you based?
Best wishes Chris |
Originally Posted by V-GT400
(Post 12606193)
Hi Jimmy
Thanks for your thoughts. I have done Targa Tasmania a number of times before in Nissan GT-R. Finished in top 10 a few times and 2nd Outright once so I probably have a different perspective on things. I am sure that lots of competitors will be happy with the 130kph limit. Just struggling with the concept myself. https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...26247357_o.jpg https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.n...eec45dcb487203 |
Originally Posted by Snowman.
(Post 12607599)
I did Targa a few times myself in GT-Rs - am thinking we should know each other!? (I did it 2009-2011)
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Originally Posted by V-GT400
(Post 12606346)
I am investigating it. PCM have recommended an installer that uses the Premiumshield Elite product. The installer says it is better than the USA favourites of Suntek and Xpel. I have no idea so it would be good to hear from our USA friends who have actual experience with these products.
Seems like we need to watch out for the headlights though because products like Xpel will delaminate the lenses when removed. I was also looking at getting the remainder of the car treated with Opticoat Plus as well. C |
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