991 GTS - Prep for Hallett?
08-23-2016, 10:40 AM
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991 GTS - Prep for Hallett?
Hello guys,
I'm taking my 2015 911 GTS to Hallett, its first track event. I tracked BMWs in the past, but this is my first Porsche. Other than fluid change, what other prep would you recommend to enjoy the car on a track like Hallett? What PSI should I run to start with?
Note: My GTS has 3,500 miles on it. Oil changed at 1,500 miles. I don't have CL wheels. I usually bring a torque wrench, pressure gauge, and pump.
For your help, here's an awesome photo I took of her over the weekend.
Respectfully,
Jimmy
I'm taking my 2015 911 GTS to Hallett, its first track event. I tracked BMWs in the past, but this is my first Porsche. Other than fluid change, what other prep would you recommend to enjoy the car on a track like Hallett? What PSI should I run to start with?
Note: My GTS has 3,500 miles on it. Oil changed at 1,500 miles. I don't have CL wheels. I usually bring a torque wrench, pressure gauge, and pump.
For your help, here's an awesome photo I took of her over the weekend.
Respectfully,
Jimmy
Last edited by Jnosol; 08-23-2016 at 11:17 AM.
08-23-2016, 10:48 AM
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Make sure your brake pads have plenty of meat on them. Remember you can only get 91 in OK. I bring a lot of 93. You can also bring some 100-104 and blend it in jugs with 91 at the pump. I think the track has 93, but I never paid attention to which grades they carry. Track gas is $$ though.
08-23-2016, 10:53 AM
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Make sure your brake pads have plenty of meat on them. Remember you can only get 91 in OK. I bring a lot of 93. You can also bring some 100-104 and blend it in jugs with 91 at the pump. I think the track has 93, but I never paid attention to which grades they carry. Track gas is $$ though.
Dumb question, does Octane boosters work? My trunk space will be limited to bring 40gal of fuel.
08-23-2016, 10:54 AM
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Does the event organizer have a tech inspection requirement? I'd say just follow that. Do you have centerlock wheels? If so torque to spec using the recommended procedure and be sure to check the locks are fully engaged. Sometimes they stick in the unlocked position. Carrying jack, torque wrench etc to the track is a pain but need to do it to be safe.
08-23-2016, 11:16 AM
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You going to the BMWCCA event first weekend in Sept? If so, see you there!
It is normally HOTTTT, so may want to flush fluid with a high performance fluid type (RPF600) and upgraded pad compounds to better handle the heat and short track configuration. Hallett can be BRUTAL on brakes with short straights and summer temps.
Otherwise, you have a heck of a car, and it is setup pretty damn well for HPDE! See you soon,
It is normally HOTTTT, so may want to flush fluid with a high performance fluid type (RPF600) and upgraded pad compounds to better handle the heat and short track configuration. Hallett can be BRUTAL on brakes with short straights and summer temps.
Otherwise, you have a heck of a car, and it is setup pretty damn well for HPDE! See you soon,
08-23-2016, 11:20 AM
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Does the event organizer have a tech inspection requirement? I'd say just follow that. Do you have centerlock wheels? If so torque to spec using the recommended procedure and be sure to check the locks are fully engaged. Sometimes they stick in the unlocked position. Carrying jack, torque wrench etc to the track is a pain but need to do it to be safe.
You going to the BMWCCA event first weekend in Sept? If so, see you there!
It is normally HOTTTT, so may want to flush fluid with a high performance fluid type (RPF600) and upgraded pad compounds to better handle the heat and short track configuration. Hallett can be BRUTAL on brakes with short straights and summer temps.
Otherwise, you have a heck of a car, and it is setup pretty damn well for HPDE! See you soon,
It is normally HOTTTT, so may want to flush fluid with a high performance fluid type (RPF600) and upgraded pad compounds to better handle the heat and short track configuration. Hallett can be BRUTAL on brakes with short straights and summer temps.
Otherwise, you have a heck of a car, and it is setup pretty damn well for HPDE! See you soon,
08-23-2016, 07:20 PM
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There's a guy with a '15 GT3 that's been at the last few Friday DE's at Hallet. He's stock all the way around and drives pretty aggressively and doesn't have any issues.
I assume you have Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires? I'll let others chime in but I would target 36psi all the way around. So start around 31 for the first session and adjust it first thing at the end of each session.
They do have 93 and better gas there but it is a little expensive.
I always take a 12v air compressor just so I don't have use the one in site to add air back at the end of day. Lowe's has a Kobalt that isn't real fast or accurate, but it lets you set the target PSI and will auto shutoff when you get to it.
One other item I take is window cleaner or wipes. But that's just because dirty windshields are a pet peace of mine.
Connie owns/runs the track and her son Scott runs the on premise race shop. Both are as good of people as you will find.
It's not really that small of a track but your GT3 will eat it up and make feel even smaller. You are going to have a blast! I know Jason from Warehouse 33 is also going to be there. I'm team roping in Arkansas all week and won't be able to make it unfortunately.
I assume you have Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires? I'll let others chime in but I would target 36psi all the way around. So start around 31 for the first session and adjust it first thing at the end of each session.
They do have 93 and better gas there but it is a little expensive.
I always take a 12v air compressor just so I don't have use the one in site to add air back at the end of day. Lowe's has a Kobalt that isn't real fast or accurate, but it lets you set the target PSI and will auto shutoff when you get to it.
One other item I take is window cleaner or wipes. But that's just because dirty windshields are a pet peace of mine.
Connie owns/runs the track and her son Scott runs the on premise race shop. Both are as good of people as you will find.
It's not really that small of a track but your GT3 will eat it up and make feel even smaller. You are going to have a blast! I know Jason from Warehouse 33 is also going to be there. I'm team roping in Arkansas all week and won't be able to make it unfortunately.
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08-23-2016, 08:33 PM
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There's a guy with a '15 GT3 that's been at the last few Friday DE's at Hallet. He's stock all the way around and drives pretty aggressively and doesn't have any issues.
I assume you have Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires? I'll let others chime in but I would target 36psi all the way around. So start around 31 for the first session and adjust it first thing at the end of each session.
They do have 93 and better gas there but it is a little expensive.
I always take a 12v air compressor just so I don't have use the one in site to add air back at the end of day. Lowe's has a Kobalt that isn't real fast or accurate, but it lets you set the target PSI and will auto shutoff when you get to it.
One other item I take is window cleaner or wipes. But that's just because dirty windshields are a pet peace of mine.
Connie owns/runs the track and her son Scott runs the on premise race shop. Both are as good of people as you will find.
It's not really that small of a track but your GT3 will eat it up and make feel even smaller. You are going to have a blast! I know Jason from Warehouse 33 is also going to be there. I'm team roping in Arkansas all week and won't be able to make it unfortunately.
I assume you have Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires? I'll let others chime in but I would target 36psi all the way around. So start around 31 for the first session and adjust it first thing at the end of each session.
They do have 93 and better gas there but it is a little expensive.
I always take a 12v air compressor just so I don't have use the one in site to add air back at the end of day. Lowe's has a Kobalt that isn't real fast or accurate, but it lets you set the target PSI and will auto shutoff when you get to it.
One other item I take is window cleaner or wipes. But that's just because dirty windshields are a pet peace of mine.
Connie owns/runs the track and her son Scott runs the on premise race shop. Both are as good of people as you will find.
It's not really that small of a track but your GT3 will eat it up and make feel even smaller. You are going to have a blast! I know Jason from Warehouse 33 is also going to be there. I'm team roping in Arkansas all week and won't be able to make it unfortunately.
-Jason
08-23-2016, 09:24 PM
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Run proper Pads
SRF brake fluid
decent alignment with corner balance.
If on Sport Cup tires, start the day at 22 cold. Should see them 32 front and 36 rear after sessions. (warm them up for a couple of laps before you put your foot into it)
SRF brake fluid
decent alignment with corner balance.
If on Sport Cup tires, start the day at 22 cold. Should see them 32 front and 36 rear after sessions. (warm them up for a couple of laps before you put your foot into it)
08-23-2016, 09:28 PM
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I don't know if I can make it now, my dad is entering his 62 Lotus Super 7 in the KC All British on that Sunday and I got to spend time with the pops. I did check to see if they would let me run just on Saturday and they said yes. I have until the 27th to decide. -Jason
That would be awesome to see. Cool Dad!
I've still got Iowa on my radar for a Friday in September if I get my car finished in time. I'll PM you if I think it's going to happen.
08-24-2016, 07:53 AM
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If you have any questions just call and talk to Connie. They didn't even do a tech inspection the last two DE days I went to. And the requirements are different for racing than they are for DE or HST as Hallet refers to it.
08-24-2016, 10:28 AM
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08-24-2016, 01:34 PM
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