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check it out i want wheels like those but cant see them i also want some body
check it out i want wheels like those but cant see them i also want some body
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well i know its a wide body kit. i just really like it i know its custom but i want something like that. i want a good look at the wheels.
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Damn! Thats a hell of a deal. Did they bolt right up or did you need spacers? I've been wanting to try some early 90s ZR1 wheels (similar to yours). I just might have to shop around.
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1meanZ, are you still running the stock springs? That is a ton of suspension travel! What suspension changes have you made?
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I am running the stock springs, but the problem in the picture was the Monroe Sensatrac shocks and struts. I put them on before I knew any better and before I started racing the car. They were horribly underdampened as you can see. I've had people tell me it would pull the inside front wheel coming off corners like that, but I have no proof of it. The 383 does make TONS of torque and it is angry coming off corners as you can see. This year I added Koni Yellow shocks and struts and the car is settled way better than it was. It does not yank the front end like the picture shows anymore. The car is faster now because it is more settled and predictable than it was.
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I am running the stock springs, but the problem in the picture was the Monroe Sensatrac shocks and struts. I put them on before I knew any better and before I started racing the car. They were horribly underdampened as you can see. I've had people tell me it would pull the inside front wheel coming off corners like that, but I have no proof of it. The 383 does make TONS of torque and it is angry coming off corners as you can see. This year I added Koni Yellow shocks and struts and the car is settled way better than it was. It does not yank the front end like the picture shows anymore. The car is faster now because it is more settled and predictable than it was.
How do you typically rank in your regions Street Modified class, or do you just do it for the fun of it? Last year I was competitive but this year I've been running on a messed up alignment and hard worn out tires so I tend to slide around leaving a cloud of tire smoke in the corners. LOL! I just see it as a chance to practice car control.
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Some pics of my car,
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I auto-x only for fun. I'm still getting bugs worked out of the car. As far as being competetive, I have a fairly old used set of slicks, but I can normally run with the 11sec Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 8, a wicked turbo'd Lexus, and many of the other of the SM cars. I am typically mid pack in street mod.
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Here are some of mine.
And another third gen that ususally comes out to play with me (and kicking my but).
I would say that the most important thing to make a third gen handle good (or any car), would be is to get some good tires since they are the only part of your car that touches the road.
And another third gen that ususally comes out to play with me (and kicking my but).
I would say that the most important thing to make a third gen handle good (or any car), would be is to get some good tires since they are the only part of your car that touches the road.
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not true, the roof can touch the ground too...
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Oh, I have a question for those of you that autocross without slicks. What would be a competitive tire for the stock 16"x8" wheels? I keep hearing Hankook, but I've read they wear out quick. Any suggestion of not only brand but actual model of tire. I know, I would be better off going up to 17" or 18" wheels but that probably won't happen. I'm on the fence about either buying a snowmobile, building a motorcycle, or upgrading the wheels/tires and exhaust system on my car (so far the motorcycle is winning). Anywho... are there any companys that still make a competitive 245 or 255 16" tire that isn't a slick?
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Very nice collection so far, Zepher I really like the look of your Bird and it looks like it handles pretty damn good too. Really kicks @$$ with the latests wheels too, you must have about a dozen set of wheels lol. Later.
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Oh, I have a question for those of you that autocross without slicks. What would be a competitive tire for the stock 16"x8" wheels? I keep hearing Hankook, but I've read they wear out quick. Any suggestion of not only brand but actual model of tire. I know, I would be better off going up to 17" or 18" wheels but that probably won't happen. I'm on the fence about either buying a snowmobile, building a motorcycle, or upgrading the wheels/tires and exhaust system on my car (so far the motorcycle is winning). Anywho... are there any companys that still make a competitive 245 or 255 16" tire that isn't a slick?
Help is appreciated,
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I wanted to try slicks and bought 8 tires from a fellow auto-x'er for $175.
They are Kumho V710 265/45/16 and allows the car to corner like it is on rails.
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I do already have a spare set of IROC-Z wheels because this is what I was originally going to do. Then after thinking about it, I didn't want to haul another set of wheels/tires to the track because I would either need a little trailer, risk getting my interior filthy, or have my dad come bright and early to every one of my races to bring the wheels/tires in his truck. Idk, maybe things will change if I can find a deal like you did. Until then, I'll be looking for 17"/18" wheel tire combos for sale.
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Yeah that would be nice, but then I either have to take parts off my car so I can go back down to the stock class, or get my butt handed to me by the cars in SP/SM.
I do already have a spare set of IROC-Z wheels because this is what I was originally going to do. Then after thinking about it, I didn't want to haul another set of wheels/tires to the track because I would either need a little trailer, risk getting my interior filthy, or have my dad come bright and early to every one of my races to bring the wheels/tires in his truck. Idk, maybe things will change if I can find a deal like you did. Until then, I'll be looking for 17"/18" wheel tire combos for sale.
I do already have a spare set of IROC-Z wheels because this is what I was originally going to do. Then after thinking about it, I didn't want to haul another set of wheels/tires to the track because I would either need a little trailer, risk getting my interior filthy, or have my dad come bright and early to every one of my races to bring the wheels/tires in his truck. Idk, maybe things will change if I can find a deal like you did. Until then, I'll be looking for 17"/18" wheel tire combos for sale.
What class are you in now? because looking at the setup in your sig, it is already at least an esp setup because of the sfc's (technically sm because spohn's are welded in more than 3 spots per side.)
so unless your region has a sm street tire class, you should be looking for some slicks if you want to be competitive.
you could do as I do, and search ebay where you can find some great deals.
as far as good 16" tires there's slim pickins' for a competitive 245 or 255 street tire, but I would say your best bet might be the goodyear eagle f1 gs-d3. (kumho does make a 265/45/16 ecsta xs but they recommend an 8.5-10" rim) if you have any more questions please pm me.
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there is no tire that will compete with racing slicks and still wear on the street. If you want to autocross and you want traction, buy slicks, period. If you race on street tires, then you'll get street tire results, and you'll ruin the tires. If you run more than 2 races per year IMO you really should have slicks. I got my rims for 60bux and the tires used for 200, best investment I've made. As for getting the tires to the track here is the solution to that....
I bought a junk boat trailer and cut it up. got a trailer hitch for my car for free from a fellow road racer. Now I can carry fuel, tools, and tires to the track.
I bought a junk boat trailer and cut it up. got a trailer hitch for my car for free from a fellow road racer. Now I can carry fuel, tools, and tires to the track.
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I live 5 miles from the auto-x site so I just drive there and back with my slicks on and hope I don't pick up a nail.
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hey racing geek!!!! i really liked my bfg g-force sport 255. they are not too expensive. and they hold well. i have even heard good things from tuners that use them for track days as well. can u use a dot aproved slick?
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1MeanZ you got a nice little trailer setup. Later.
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My car, not me driving it. It is a member of this board driving it though.
http://www.1le.net/members/Randy_Keeton/index.html
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Zepher what size tires are on your car when it had #27 on the side, thanks. Later.
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Here is a car that was at a local autocross a few months back.
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I hope to make my car an AutoX/Open Track car eventually... it's got a lot of the big goodies on it but it's just not ready for primetime yet. (Koni Yellows, SFC's, ye ole T56... etc) You guys that are roadracing/autoX'ing your cars... do you have road-race oilpans in your cars? I've heard a lot of scary stories about oil starvation during high-G cornering. I'm wondering if my next clutch change should involve a quick engine pull and replacing the pan...
Anyway, pics are always cool, and I saved this pic a while back because I really liked the wheels. Nothing special, they just look like they mean business. I always dig a car that looks like it has a purpose.
I really REALLY like the wheels on that car too... I know a member here has a set of those I think. But I remember he told me the name of the company but I couldn't find any place to buy a set of them. Oh well. I get so tired of the blinging dubs everyone loves to fit on their cars. I cant stand wheels that dont look functional.
Anyway, pics are always cool, and I saved this pic a while back because I really liked the wheels. Nothing special, they just look like they mean business. I always dig a car that looks like it has a purpose.
I really REALLY like the wheels on that car too... I know a member here has a set of those I think. But I remember he told me the name of the company but I couldn't find any place to buy a set of them. Oh well. I get so tired of the blinging dubs everyone loves to fit on their cars. I cant stand wheels that dont look functional.
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IMSA Firehawk #26. This car was also the very first 1LE for 1991.
1991 1LE IMSA Camaro. Bought and setup specifically for the GS IMSA class before IMSA outlawed the 1LE.
1991 1LE IMSA Camaro. Bought and setup specifically for the GS IMSA class before IMSA outlawed the 1LE.
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Was that #26 car photo in the Lowes parking lot? Are you in a club that is having regular meetings?
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For the same reason the Superbird was outlawed in nascar back in the golden age of muscle cars... they completely dominated the competition!! It really sucks that once something good comes along it is stopped because it is too good. Why people?!!? Why??!? Suck it up, admit defeat, and try and build something better! That's like recognizing Einstein as a genius and then locking him in a room because he is too smart for the rest of the world. It just doesn't make sense! Shouldn't we focus on moving forward, doing new things, and making things better? Why hold back?
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Your right, why hold back, if it can go that fast and was allowed in after inspection (or something like that) why did we remove it from competition later on. If anything they should have kept it in, make everyone else get better and wonder why they are not....not remove it from Competition and wonder if they get better.
Thats just sad if the true reason was because it was winning.
Thats just sad if the true reason was because it was winning.
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Yes, sad but true! The Superbird met all the requirements other then the ones that must have been in the fine print... "...must lose at least 2 races per season to make other manufacturers feel better about themselves... ...must also win by less then three tenths of a second in at least 2 races so competitors won't want to give up completely..."
Don't you love how major advancements in pretty much anything are often outlawed/ignored to prevent feelings and egos from being hurt. Man I love our society...
Don't you love how major advancements in pretty much anything are often outlawed/ignored to prevent feelings and egos from being hurt. Man I love our society...
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I really REALLY like the wheels on that car too... I know a member here has a set of those I think. But I remember he told me the name of the company but I couldn't find any place to buy a set of them. Oh well. I get so tired of the blinging dubs everyone loves to fit on their cars. I cant stand wheels that dont look functional.
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I really REALLY like the wheels on that car too... I know a member here has a set of those I think. But I remember he told me the name of the company but I couldn't find any place to buy a set of them. Oh well. I get so tired of the blinging dubs everyone loves to fit on their cars. I cant stand wheels that dont look functional.
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WOW ! the tread become awesome!!! A lot of nice thirgen in action!
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wow ! nice one !