CO track thread

[fsmtnbiker]

There's a big difference between having the right size tools to theoretically do a job and having the "right" tools for the job. I own a set of snap-on wrenches that cost more than most basic craftsmen complete starter kits cost, but they are worth every penny in time not wasted dealing with rounded off fasteners.

I've done a couple E30 stainless line installs and don't remember having any issues.

[Bimmerman325i]

There's a big difference between having the right size tools to theoretically do a job and having the "right" tools for the job. I own a set of snap-on wrenches that cost more than most basic craftsmen complete starter kits cost, but they are worth every penny in time not wasted dealing with rounded off fasteners.

I've done a couple E30 stainless line installs and don't remember having any issues.

Hm. I have Craftsman flare wrenches and crow foot wrenches that worked great, but I think the combination of working-on-car for six hours that day plus 11pm plus brake fluid are coloring my memories of the job.

[Bishop]

Feedback much appreciate here.... I figure simple hand tools would get the job done and I never imagined it being a tough job, just a small space to work when doing those inner lines. Chris or David, recall any specific tools needed that might work worlds better than regular wrenches? If I can manage with regular hand tools, great, if I need specialized stuff, I'd like to know ahead of time.

[Bimmerman325i]

Feedback much appreciate here.... I figure simple hand tools would get the job done and I never imagined it being a tough job, just a small space to work when doing those inner lines. Chris or David, recall any specific tools needed that might work worlds better than regular wrenches? If I can manage with regular hand tools, great, if I need specialized stuff, I'd like to know ahead of time.

Flare wrenches at a minimum, crow foot wrenches helped me since I was limited to about 18" of vertical room between car and gravel.

[Roland H]

You'll need both flare and crow foot wrenches to get a good grip on both sides.

[blefevre]

Am I safe mixing oil of the same brand just different weight? I have pretty new (<800mi) 10w40 oil + filter but I want to switch to 20w50 for this weekend. I don't want to put a new filter on. Is it fine leaving the little bit of 10w40 that will be in the filter?

[Bishop]

I'd imagine that's fine but who knows... Just as an update, I called today and there ARE enough people signed up for Sunday!

[blefevre]

I'd imagine that's fine but who knows... Just as an update, I called today and there ARE enough people signed up for Sunday!

Sweet! I just got the Hartges back on and made sure my car is still leaking properly. More to do tomorrow.

[blefevre]

Going with HP+ and brembo blank for my street/track combo? Any last opinions?

[Bishop]

Yes. Street, track, autocross? They're pretty loud... can you handle the deafening squeal while daily driving the car? They're great for street and autocross, but like I mentioned, kinda fade on track if you really beat on em. Should be fine for you actually.

[Bimmerman325i]

Going with HP+ and brembo blank for my street/track combo? Any last opinions?

Braake ducting or hp+ for street and ht10 track(or some other track pad). Im never going back to tracking a dual duty pad ater yesterday, track pads for track, streetish pads for everything else. If you are going to just do hp+, do brake ducts. Ben was able to track on hp+ with ducting

[blefevre]

I can't find an alternative to HP+. I would like quiet pads. I don't want to invest in a setup for street and setup for track right now so it seems my options are limited. I wonder how HPS will hold up on a track? I don't need any crazy braking, just something to help me learn.

[Bimmerman325i]

Hp+ are awesome pads though. noisy bastards also

[Bimmerman325i]

I can't find an alternative to HP+. I would like quiet pads. I don't want to invest in a setup for street and setup for track right now so it seems my options are limited. I wonder how HPS will hold up on a track? I don't need any crazy braking, just something to help me learn.

Try pfc z rated or pagid orange(need slots), hps is pretty junk on track according to internet.

[Bishop]

Ben was able to track on hp+ without ducting

After yesterday, I want to invest in a second set of rotors and pads, and I'll be doing that asap. Also will be removing fogs and fabbing up my own brake ducts, removing dust shields, and installing SS lines, re-bleeding lines, and rebuilding calipers.

I can't find an alternative to HP+. I would like quiet pads. I don't want to invest in a setup for street and setup for track right now so it seems my options are limited. I wonder how HPS will hold up on a track? I don't need any crazy braking, just something to help me learn.

HPS are a no no for track. They're just like an OEM pad. You gotta remember, "you have to pay to play." That doesn't just mean having 2 sets of pads and rotors, that could mean paying for your sanity by having squeaky brakes that are better than OEM.