Tracking my Corvette
#1
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
Tracking my Corvette
I am going to be tracking my car for the 1st time this coming weekend. It's an '08 coupe Z51. I've just put on new tires (Michelin A/S) and would like some advise. I bought these particular tires because the car is my DD and being in Philadelphia the weather can sometimes be a little interesting (even though this winter was pretty mild). My concern is that I know that the Pilot tires are better for tracking but will I have any problems or tearing up this tires on the track. The track by the way is a road course (3 miles-14 turns).
Any help or warning are appreciated
Any help or warning are appreciated
#2
I am going to be tracking my car for the 1st time this coming weekend. It's an '08 coupe Z51. I've just put on new tires (Michelin A/S) and would like some advise. I bought these particular tires because the car is my DD and being in Philadelphia the weather can sometimes be a little interesting (even though this winter was pretty mild). My concern is that I know that the Pilot tires are better for tracking but will I have any problems or tearing up this tires on the track. The track by the way is a road course (3 miles-14 turns).
Any help or warning are appreciated
Any help or warning are appreciated
Have fun and bring your Vette home in the same condition it was in when you drove it out to the track!
#3
Safety Car
Go to the AX/RR section and you will find all the info you need for your first track day. There are numerous "1st Time at the Track" threads with plenty of good advice. It is the most legal fun you can have in your car. I am off the Rd Atl this weekend for 2 days of pure adrenaline.
#4
Will work for HPDE time.
Not a comprehensive long-track list, but a good start.
Change brake fluid to GOOD DOT4 like Motul or ATE super blue with a high boiling point.
Change oil. I add 1/2 a quart of oil to help prevent starvation. No empirical data, just something I do.
Check your suspension and ensure end links, bushings, and shocks are in good shape.
SA2005 or newer Helmet, good fitting shoes with a small footprint, and gloves (let someone kid you about using gloves...the first time your hand slips mid turn, you'll never NOT use them. Keep your seatbelt tight. With our stock seats, you are going to divot your driver side speaker grille when you start pushing it.
Good non-ceramic pads. Carbotech XP8 are fantastic for starting out.
Bring a tire gauge. Pressures are important.
LISTEN TO YOUR INSTRUCTOR, WATCH YOUR MIRRORS, AND KEEP YOUR HEAD.
Have fun!
Change brake fluid to GOOD DOT4 like Motul or ATE super blue with a high boiling point.
Change oil. I add 1/2 a quart of oil to help prevent starvation. No empirical data, just something I do.
Check your suspension and ensure end links, bushings, and shocks are in good shape.
SA2005 or newer Helmet, good fitting shoes with a small footprint, and gloves (let someone kid you about using gloves...the first time your hand slips mid turn, you'll never NOT use them. Keep your seatbelt tight. With our stock seats, you are going to divot your driver side speaker grille when you start pushing it.
Good non-ceramic pads. Carbotech XP8 are fantastic for starting out.
Bring a tire gauge. Pressures are important.
LISTEN TO YOUR INSTRUCTOR, WATCH YOUR MIRRORS, AND KEEP YOUR HEAD.
Have fun!
Last edited by TNTC4VETTE; 04-10-2012 at 03:28 PM. Reason: added info
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Drifting
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Drifting
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Will work for HPDE time.
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Drifting