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Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
09-02-2011, 12:45 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,668
Posted By amaist

Same here, mine don't move. They are still the...

Same here, mine don't move. They are still the factory installed ones, though. A new set of front rotors is due soon. I'll see what happens after that.
Forum: 996 GT2/GT3 Forum
09-01-2011, 03:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,327
Posted By amaist

What is also notable is that Sharkwerks do stand...

What is also notable is that Sharkwerks do stand behind their product. At least in the case of that gentleman.
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
09-01-2011, 11:22 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,704
Posted By amaist

I've seen two GT3 motors fail in these parts. ...

I've seen two GT3 motors fail in these parts.
One 997.1 and one 997.2 RS
Both were warrantied.
Forum: 996 GT2/GT3 Forum
08-25-2011, 01:13 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,294
Posted By amaist

Definitely looks like a bad batch. I'll...

Definitely looks like a bad batch.

I'll watch mine very closely for this from now on.
Forum: 996 GT2/GT3 Forum
08-24-2011, 05:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,294
Posted By amaist

I would speculate on low pressure early. I prefer...

I would speculate on low pressure early. I prefer to go out with 24/25 PSI and bleed them down.

I also prefer to keep it a little higher hot. 31/32 PSI. The wear patterns seems to support this.
...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
08-24-2011, 05:09 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,037
Posted By amaist

Only works out if you treat them as disposable...

Only works out if you treat them as disposable items (both cars and spouses). Stuff that sits on the front lawn on cider blocks. These people don't seem to be bothered by multiple car/conjugal...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
08-24-2011, 12:10 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,888
Posted By amaist

Of course there is a double standard. But is it...

Of course there is a double standard. But is it bad?

In Montreal we have an F1 race right next to downtown. The sound goes all over the city. But it only happens two weekends a year (we might lose...
Forum: Rennsport Forum - English and Francais
08-19-2011, 11:53 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,244
Posted By amaist

I'd join your team. I can contribute beer.

I'd join your team. I can contribute beer.
Forum: Rennlist Canada
08-14-2011, 06:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 562
Posted By amaist

Plenty of Rennsport guys at this type of event. ...

Plenty of Rennsport guys at this type of event.

If you go just act like you belong there and the guy at the gate will let you in as soon as you sign the waiver.

If you act like a decent person...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
08-14-2011, 10:10 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,452
Posted By amaist

18" on Michelin N1 Cup slicks. It's like heroin ...

18" on Michelin N1 Cup slicks. It's like heroin
Hoosier makes a good slick, too.

For wheels Forgeline is a good bet. BBS is a sure bet but pricier.
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
08-12-2011, 04:14 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,257
Posted By amaist

What is the "by the book" procedure for the 5...

What is the "by the book" procedure for the 5 lug? Porsche never wrote it down for us. If they did I expect them to insist on having the wheel in the air when tightening the lugs. They are German so...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
08-11-2011, 12:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,319
Posted By amaist

The .2 RS has a shorter final drive ratio. 5th...

The .2 RS has a shorter final drive ratio. 5th gear comes up on most tracks where a non RS from 996 GT3 and up have pretty tall gears thus very rarely requiring 5th gear. At least with most drivers...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
08-11-2011, 12:27 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,257
Posted By amaist

What is this center cap you speak of? Are they...

What is this center cap you speak of?
Are they these little black thingies in a ziplock bag that my mechanic put in the glove box when doing the alignment?



Two possibilities:
a) I am a...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
08-10-2011, 11:44 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,257
Posted By amaist

The only thing that makes 5 lug swap faster than...

The only thing that makes 5 lug swap faster than CL is the ability to use a power tool to take the nuts off without cracking them loose first.

Swapping hot wheels is unpleasant no matter which...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
08-08-2011, 11:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,319
Posted By amaist

The synchromesh gearbox can easily accomplish a...

The synchromesh gearbox can easily accomplish a 5-3 or a 5-2 downshift in one motion if you do it late enough in the braking zone.

But.

If you are trying to improve yourself as a driver then...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
08-08-2011, 12:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 703
Posted By amaist

I can give you a ride during BAB but I don't have...

I can give you a ride during BAB but I don't have a 2008. And the car is not in showroom stock form :evilgrin:
Nothing too crazy. Some springs, lowered, couple other bits, and slicks.

If you want...
Forum: Rennlist Canada
08-04-2011, 03:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,571
Posted By amaist

Seven speeds allow better spacing between gears...

Seven speeds allow better spacing between gears while improving highway cruise fuel economy.

Closely spaced gears = fun driving
Tall final gear = fuel economy

That's having the cake and eating...
Forum: Rennsport Forum - English and Francais
08-04-2011, 03:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,279
Posted By amaist

Is the gate going to stay open late on friday? I...

Is the gate going to stay open late on friday? I want to drop off my trailer the night before instead of parking the the rig at the hotel.
Forum: Rennsport Forum - English and Francais
08-01-2011, 11:29 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,279
Posted By amaist

Awesome! Good thing Speedmerchants are on...

Awesome!

Good thing Speedmerchants are on site with plenty of heroin (It says Michelin on the junk I got hooked on). I took one good hit and the dependance set in right away.
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
07-30-2011, 01:48 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,207
Posted By amaist

Brake depressor tool?? Been using the...

Brake depressor tool??

Been using the handbrake+1st gear with the car on the ground to loosen them and then to tighten to spec with my manly big rig torque wrench.

I just check the torque once...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
07-19-2011, 02:30 PM
Replies: 877
Views: 49,819
Posted By amaist

No flying between tracks. Go in the motor home...

No flying between tracks. Go in the motor home with the guys.

If there are at least 4 guys/cars (are there rigs for 4 cars?) the cost may make sense. Would require separate RV.

If it gets wild...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
07-19-2011, 02:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,032
Posted By amaist

Clarkson's main job is to entertain. He gets a...

Clarkson's main job is to entertain. He gets a rise out of people by saying sarcastic stuff about 911s. We then talk about it and him.

Once in a while he actually makes insightful comments about...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
07-19-2011, 10:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,781
Posted By amaist

I did that and ruined the fronts. The first few...

I did that and ruined the fronts. The first few laps at such a low pressure ruin the sides of the tire. You need the center of the tire to hold it up.

Start at 24 and bleed them down as needed.
...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
07-18-2011, 06:30 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,762
Posted By amaist

Thanks for sharing your story. I hope it...

Thanks for sharing your story.

I hope it will all work out fine. The good news is your son is 16. Everything heals better when you are young.

And this is just another useful reminder how I...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
07-18-2011, 06:00 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 20,596
Posted By amaist

It's hard for a track rat to advise someone who...

It's hard for a track rat to advise someone who doesn't want to go to the track about car choices.

I don't really enjoy the RS on the street. It's ok and actually more comfortable than the 996 GT3...
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