John McM

No, it's not positive. Naturally I'm keen to know what's in there and whether its related to the oil line. But ultimately I have to look at the best outcome which would be a resealed known condition engine.

PHG

Gentlemen.. Was being prevailed upon to go boating as the weather is great, but because I did the washing yesterday, I may be able to come watch a bit..what time is the kick off?..then race away in time for the evening tide fish..

PHG

Would appreciate advice re tyres too from you learned chaps..
I note earlier posts talk about importing..what is app $$ cost for 295/30s or 225/40s, P zero or bridgestones from that o/seas source i think Macca was talking about..
Got some good prices (I think) from my China contact and would like to compare..certainly way cheaper than off the shelf here..

John McM

Phil, go to Design 911, price the tyres there, add $450 for freight, then 15% GST

PHG

cheers john, I'll keep you informed..good luck with the knock..

Macca

Phil. Also try www.tirerack.com and do same as John suggests. Youll find most European brands can be landed paid up 35-40% less than NZ...

PHG

thanks
911 gets a full set of P Zeros here for @$2060.. that gel?
I'll chat with you's on friday..what time is start/gathering?

John McM

It that ex or including GST? It looks about what I paid ex GST for my Michelin PS2 from Design 911.

Gates open 7:30 am. Drivers briefing is 9:15 am. I think I turned up to watch about 8:30 and left about 12:00 last time. That worked well.

PHG

Inc Gst , John on current $ exchange rate. There is a set of 993t wheels and tyres on T/Me. I did a bit of a net look but cannot get definitive on whether these would fit my 996t for track work..do you or our wise sage Macca know if they would fit/
Thanks re times friday..you taking your 996 down?

John McM

Wheel fitment is something I still can't get my head around even though I've saved articles and graphics. Macca will likely know. Yes, I'm taking the 996. Debating whether to remove the roof rack for the day

Macca

Phil they will be fine as long as they are the same size and profile. If you are looking for a serious multi use tyre but one that's good for the track too you want to look for a tread wear rating of 180 or less, otherwise the rubber wont be sticky enough. Im not a fan on P Zeros at all (for street). I personally would recommend you look at Michelins new Pilot Super Sport for your car. These will suit the 90% road, 10% track thing well...IMHO of course....

Macca

R18 265 35 = 18" rim 265mm width, profile is 35% aspect ratio of 265mm width. Your drivers manual will specify the factory size. Tread wear rating will give you an idea of the softness/stickiness of the tyre. A good semi track dot rated will be down around 80. A typical road tyre maybe 240. The lower teh index the sticker the tyre. If you are running lots of negative camber as a track car typically would you need something with a strong casing. The Tirerack site if you go to specification on the tyre you have chosen will tell you all you need to know. Dont worry to much about max speed ratings for these premium brands/models, you will find most of them are above 240 kmph which is plenty enough...

Macca

Rennsport Reunion. Considering this with Paul & Andrew. Andrew, Ill drop you an email shortly regards accommodation etc. Not sure on flights from Vanuatu so will need to tackle that when back on the ground there. Wifes given permission (pending girls shipping weekend in Australia of her own which will likely exceed Rennsport budget considerably!)....

PHG

Cheers Macca..these wheels are same size and profile, just running 285s to rear v 295s fitted at present..Has Yoko AO48s on them with some wear. I note your comment re camber
I assume if I fitted these for track days only, i should them redo the camber. My mechanic says with ex fac settings tyre wear is normal, but with track camber, tyre wear goes thru the roof.. I suppose i could get done and change back each time?
reading all your blogs scares me..this could quickly get out of control..and my golf will suffer

jsivvy

One vote for roof rack on. I did a DE with Audi this year at Hampton, drove my S4 avant with both bike mounts on roof! Seemed a good conversation starter (though their internal dialogue was likely, "what a moron, racks at the track!").
John, and good luck with the knock...fingers crossed.