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Camber settings for "stock" BRZ/FRS/86 at GMP
nopistons replied to Matter's topic in Time Attack Discussions
what do the sidewalls look like? How far are you scrubbing? Have you played with air pressures? I would say stating that a specific camber degree "will work", isn't really helpful. It depends on many things including tires, brakes, suspension setup and most importantly, driving style. I would recommend getting a set of plates and do small adjustments at the track. As Roland suggested, for double duty street/track, going beyond -2 in the front may not be the best choice. This won't happen overnight and best to keep a log. that way if you move to the point where you don't like it, -
HELP! - TIG Welding Thin-Wall Aluminum
nopistons replied to nopistons's topic in General Motorsports Talk
Thanks @SVOXR4STi. Yep seen "Jordan the welder" videos! Haha -
HELP! - TIG Welding Thin-Wall Aluminum
nopistons replied to nopistons's topic in General Motorsports Talk
At least 1/2" inside and out, followed by acetone cleaning. Most definitely AC (70/30 Sine wave) I think the sugaring is actually the burning of the metal. Coarse grain structure. -
nopistons started following HELP! - TIG Welding Thin-Wall Aluminum
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Hi Folks, Any experienced TIG welders in here? I am looking for help, advice or tips on welding thin wall aluminum intercooler piping. Anyone willing to show me what I am doing wrong? I know practice practice practice, but I can't get there to start. I have been wasting coupons and samples for months trying to figure this out. I am an experienced Stick and MIG welder (shamefully admitting over 30yrs worth) and TIG welding is kicking my butt. Haven't done any brazing since shop class in grade school! I looked at taking TIG classes at WT and RR, but it seems they require the MIG
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August 28 -30th - Ultimate Track Battle
nopistons replied to Mat's topic in Road Race General Discussion
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Depends on how long ago you took the school. Things have changed a bunch in the past years and will change a bunch again in 2021.
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I have a lap video set up like that to be incorporated into the presentation for the next HPDE.
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I would integrate it. Open-air dumps have their own set of "challenges".
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This is a big issue for newcomers to our sport, and is one reason why i have a slide in my HPDE presentation that is dedicated to this exact scenario. Tune-in the loose nut behind the wheel, then figure out what to do next! I have no argument against it. There are many lessons learned to be found on this forum. @mcorrie is a regular reporter!
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Many "bolt-on" solutions make big changes and should be done incrementally. Many folks make two or three changes at once and can have a huge impact on the vehicle. Perhaps to the point where it's not drivable in it's new configuration. Now you need to work backwards to see what the culprit was.
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Yes! Basically 1mi flat-out! zoom-zoom. Watch the 130deg right-hander at the end!
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Road Race needed 20 entries to make it a go.