Orthojoe's GT4 track thread and ramblings
06-20-2016, 07:19 PM
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Brakes- AWESOME. I wanted to run stock everything before I start messing around. The stopping power is just unbelievable. I did get some fade from the pad towards the end of a 30 minute session, but its a 30 min session.
I would prefer a bit more bite so I may get some new pads for next track date.
I would prefer a bit more bite so I may get some new pads for next track date.
Key goals with brakes are heat dissipation, heat tolerance, and 'feel' (relationship between pedal pressure and brake friction, and how well the pedal communicates that). Just about all brakes can generate enough friction to lock up the wheels and flat spot the tires if there's no ABS intervention or fade.
06-20-2016, 07:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Manifold
Keep in mind that the biggest factor in 'stopping power' is grip, which is mostly a function of tires, and possibly also aero. Alignment and the suspension's management of load transfer also affect the grip.
Key goals with brakes are heat dissipation, heat tolerance, and 'feel' (relationship between pedal pressure and brake friction, and how well the pedal communicates that). Just about all brakes can generate enough friction to lock up the wheels and flat spot the tires if there's no ABS intervention or fade.
Key goals with brakes are heat dissipation, heat tolerance, and 'feel' (relationship between pedal pressure and brake friction, and how well the pedal communicates that). Just about all brakes can generate enough friction to lock up the wheels and flat spot the tires if there's no ABS intervention or fade.
I just didn't like the pedal feel that I'm accustom to. The brakes and tire combo actually slowed me down just fine.
I'm think of going RE71R next
06-20-2016, 07:45 PM
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06-23-2016, 05:11 PM
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Hi Joe, I was wondering if you ever solved the following
I know that it's better for front grip if you effectively increase the front track by adding shims for camber, however, I wonder if a combination of fewer shims + camber plates would bring the upright closer to the center of the car and change the geometry enough help with the front tie rods hitting the upright.
Originally Posted by ORTHOJOE
"An issue with the Tarett front tie rods. On full lock, one of the adjustment nuts will hit the upright. Not an ideal design or situation. I talked to my shop and Tarett about it, and they both think it is ok to leave alone. Otherwise, you'll have to add a spacer and that will affect bump steer...."
06-23-2016, 06:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Yargk
Hi Joe, I was wondering if you ever solved the followingI know that it's better for front grip if you effectively increase the front track by adding shims for camber, however, I wonder if a combination of fewer shims + camber plates would bring the upright closer to the center of the car and change the geometry enough help with the front tie rods hitting the upright.
06-23-2016, 06:58 PM
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Looking forward to meeting you at the track sometime, your research has been very helpful with my setup!
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06-24-2016, 12:50 AM
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Just FYI, I'm ordering a set of Tarett goodies very similar to your setup. I just learned that apparently there is a revised tie rod now specifically for the GT4 and 991 GT3 that won't touch.
Looking forward to meeting you at the track sometime, your research has been very helpful with my setup!
Looking forward to meeting you at the track sometime, your research has been very helpful with my setup!
Come to my private track day! I'll PM you
06-24-2016, 04:15 PM
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keith, dont worry about the new part. the rubbing is tiny. you will get used to it.
if realy bothers you, i let you borrow my hammer.
if realy bothers you, i let you borrow my hammer.
