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Road Course/Track and Autocross
09-20-2024, 09:33 PM
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HOOSIER TRACK ATTACK PRO TIRES
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wakespeak
Waiting for an SC3R comparison. The SC3Rs are...
Waiting for an SC3R comparison. The SC3Rs are amazingly good, work across a wide heat range, wear well, are consistently sticky when driven well, handle progressively at the limit. A lot cheaper...
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ZL1 Discussions
08-28-2024, 10:05 PM
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ZL1 1LE Manual Transmission OE Fluid -- HELP, please!
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8,571
Posted By
wakespeak
Just drain it out of the temp sensor. Most comes...
Just drain it out of the temp sensor. Most comes out. Change it once a season myself. The Tremec fluid works best at the track because temps get to 200F and you'll get grinding issues with ATF. ...
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Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing
08-28-2024, 08:47 PM
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Break-in driving - varying speed
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wakespeak
Just downshift to a gear that varies the rpms as...
Just downshift to a gear that varies the rpms as speeds go up/down.
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6th gen Camaro 1LE
08-05-2024, 08:44 PM
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Any one buying a 24 C8?
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1,329
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wakespeak
I finally got very confidently passed by a Z51 C8...
I finally got very confidently passed by a Z51 C8 at the track. It must have been driver issues with earlier drivers because this guy almost ran me over. The mid engine chassis *is* better. (and...
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
08-05-2024, 08:27 PM
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Some ZLE aero data
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wakespeak
I have wear through the paint on my bumper at the...
I have wear through the paint on my bumper at the trunk lid. Not sure if its the bumper riding up, the spoiler pushing down, or chassis flex (its passenger side only). COTA has a high...
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ZL1 Discussions
07-30-2024, 11:36 PM
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Strut Bracing in CT4/CT5-V Blackwing
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4,367
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wakespeak
Did anyone ever try the CT5-V Blackwing brace on...
Did anyone ever try the CT5-V Blackwing brace on the ZL1?
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ZL1 Discussions
07-13-2024, 10:17 PM
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ZL1 1LE Manual Transmission OE Fluid -- HELP, please!
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8,571
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wakespeak
Dexron VI is thinner than the OEM Manual...
Dexron VI is thinner than the OEM Manual Transmission/ATF blend that was the factory fill. The Tremec oil is basically gear oil viscosity. If I were to use a Dexron III (thicker than VI) I would...
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ZL1 Discussions
06-20-2024, 06:57 PM
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ZLE A10 Track Overheating/Shifting Problems (again)--Atlanta area tech help?
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wakespeak
Oil temps are higher than I have seen (max ~275...
Oil temps are higher than I have seen (max ~275 for me in TX) as well making me think you need to work on coolant. I run 70/30 water/antifreeze. You need to change your mixture is my advice. Easy...
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ZL1 Discussions
06-20-2024, 06:55 PM
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oil accumulation under lid of supercharger
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2,359
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wakespeak
Don't overfill your oil is pretty effective also.
Don't overfill your oil is pretty effective also.
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
05-11-2024, 03:03 PM
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SPL SUSPENSION PARTS
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wakespeak
Bolts replaced, torqued to 74 ft/lbs + 105deg (I...
Bolts replaced, torqued to 74 ft/lbs + 105deg (I think - the bar stopped at around there). Old bolts not anywhere near hand tight but also not at 74ft/lbs. The old bolts were about 1.5mm longer...
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6th gen Camaro vs...
05-01-2024, 10:35 PM
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Camaro SS1LE vs New G87 BMW M2
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2,412
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wakespeak
Interesting thanks!
Interesting thanks!
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6th gen Camaro vs...
05-01-2024, 10:22 PM
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2024 Ford Camaro err Mustang
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wakespeak
Applaud Ford for the Dark Horse. Really...
Applaud Ford for the Dark Horse. Really interesting car and awesome for street use.
But for the few people that actually track their cars with any consistency..the TR3160 and the fact its 200...
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
04-10-2024, 09:06 PM
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Cam for track use, worth it?
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3,156
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wakespeak
LT1 has variable valve timing. Switching to...
LT1 has variable valve timing. Switching to slicks or SC3Rs will have a better payback depending on the track. The Camaro has advantages with its great brakes.
Do some research on YouTube for...
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
04-09-2024, 10:05 PM
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Rear sway bar stiffening - ZL1 1LE
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wakespeak
Thanks for the video, looks easy to move.
Thanks for the video, looks easy to move.
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
04-09-2024, 08:58 PM
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SPL rear toe arms track use
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1,534
Posted By
wakespeak
Mid corner to corner exit less compliance...
Mid corner to corner exit less compliance steering in the rear, so steering wheel inputs more precise. On the street or track I noticed less swerve on power. Wheels spin but car tracks straighter.
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General Automotive + Other Cars Discussion
04-07-2024, 07:14 PM
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Mary Barra needs to resign
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wakespeak
Umm your phone tracks you on GPS 1s pings if you...
Umm your phone tracks you on GPS 1s pings if you have an iPhone. Mine knows where I work, where I live, what my typical commutes are whom I have called, texted, been called from. It has an...
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
04-05-2024, 09:33 PM
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sticky tires & PTM - building bad habits as a novice?
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wakespeak
Yes, points well made, the SS 1LE's PTM I would...
Yes, points well made, the SS 1LE's PTM I would safely assume is designed for the stock tires and brakes. Change the parameters and the system can't make the right decisions. Hence for the OP...
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
04-03-2024, 09:48 PM
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sticky tires & PTM - building bad habits as a novice?
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Posted By
wakespeak
I just mash the throttle basically all the time...
I just mash the throttle basically all the time in race mode on SC3Rs and I hear it cut throttle when it needs to, eg on corner exit. You can't be stupid with it sure, like on carousels, but almost....
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
04-03-2024, 09:23 PM
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SC3 Condition Question (5-6mm deep hole in tread)
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wakespeak
Thinking fine, in center part of tire (vs side),...
Thinking fine, in center part of tire (vs side), and in the thick part of the tread. Steel belts in there. Is it holding air? What's the valley distance in the rain groove for comparison (valley...
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
04-03-2024, 09:10 PM
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3
Rear sway bar stiffening - ZL1 1LE
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wakespeak
Rear sway bar stiffening - ZL1 1LE
Been stock. Thinking to go out on the rear bar for the 15% increase in stiffness. Anyone tried this and have impressions? Looking for a bit more rotation in the turns.
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
04-03-2024, 09:07 PM
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15
Camaro ZL1 1LE Aftermarket Front Rotor Weights
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Posted By
wakespeak
Unsprung weight is a big deal, multiplier affect....
Unsprung weight is a big deal, multiplier affect. I wouldn't write it off.
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
04-03-2024, 08:49 PM
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22
sticky tires & PTM - building bad habits as a novice?
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1,619
Posted By
wakespeak
Stay with the GY SC3s and stock pads until until...
Stay with the GY SC3s and stock pads until until you are *certain* you have maxed that combo. You'll know what I am talking about when that happens. Essentially (as you are learning some now) you...
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Camaro DIY & HOW-TO instructions & discussions
03-23-2024, 10:48 PM
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138
HowTo: Changing Transmission Fluid [ZL1/SS M6 Tremec TR-6060]
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101,304
Posted By
wakespeak
The fluid expands when hot and will get ejected...
The fluid expands when hot and will get ejected via a vent at the top of the trans. In my experience this only happens with track use. Once enough fluid (a teaspoon here and there) is expelled it...
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
03-23-2024, 10:31 PM
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13
SPL rear toe arms track use
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1,534
Posted By
wakespeak
The OEM arm has a small amount of rubber in the...
The OEM arm has a small amount of rubber in the bushing. It's meaningful on the track net/net.
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
03-20-2024, 09:30 PM
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15
SC3 tire life
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1,907
Posted By
wakespeak
I start at 24-27psi depending on how hot the...
I start at 24-27psi depending on how hot the ambient is. Target hot is 32-35psi.
If you have more than around -2 camber (I have always had -2.7 or more so ok might be higher) then you can wear...
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
03-19-2024, 10:13 PM
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15
SC3 tire life
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1,907
Posted By
wakespeak
I saw that with too much camber. Also I run 0...
I saw that with too much camber. Also I run 0 toe in front which helps. Lastly too high tire pressure can wear the inside depending on camber/toe.
Inside wear can also indicate driving style. I...
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
03-15-2024, 09:56 PM
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13
SPL rear toe arms track use
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1,534
Posted By
wakespeak
SPL rear toe arms track use
So I bought these mainly to avoid the rear toe slipping over time. (Many threads on alignment bolts). However even with the ZL1 1LE suspension having less rubber in the system I felt the difference...
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
03-15-2024, 09:39 PM
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29
Alignment specs
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2,816
Posted By
wakespeak
Those are good specs. I get the best tire wear...
Those are good specs. I get the best tire wear at COTA (every track is different) with -3.0. I tried -2.7 and too much outside wear. -3.2 and too much inside wear. Point is it varies but around...
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Road Course/Track and Autocross
03-15-2024, 09:28 PM
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15
SC3 tire life
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1,907
Posted By
wakespeak
Plenty of life left. They will cord probably on...
Plenty of life left. They will cord probably on the outside first. Check after each session. My SC3Rs look like that after 6 sessions.
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Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing
03-15-2024, 09:21 PM
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50
Where are you guys buying oil?
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9,205
Posted By
wakespeak
Interesting stat on the fuel economy. Agree.
Interesting stat on the fuel economy. Agree.
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