[teamDFL]

I am considering the purchase of a dedicated event car to take to HPDEs, Time Trials and Hillclimbs. I will most likely contest a Street Prepared class during the timed events, but have not made a final decision. The value represented by the 4th Gen F-body is attractive. I have yet to uncover a single source buyer's that details perfomance affecting year-over-year changes and options. Is there such a thing? Any links or attempts at putting together a brief one here would be appreciated.

This post has been edited by teamDFL: Nov 21 2005, 01:16 PM

[Soma07]

Unlike the Mustang, these cars do handle well and are easy to make faster. I never figured out why everyone races Fox bodies (and the SN94 and up). They need a complete redesign to do what we do nearly stock. Of course we are a good bit heavier, but the cars make good power and LS1's come with decent brakes (just add race pads).

Ditto (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) I don't think we're that much heavier though (3400lbs vs. 3200ish). F-bodies are a bit wider/lower which seems to put off some people though.

LT1's brakes are a weak point.

Yes, but fortunately an LS1 brake swap is very cheap and easy.

LT1 clutches can be very expensive

Actually I just think you LS1 guys are spoiled with your cheap Z06 clutches (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) I think I paid ~$350 for my "LT4 Clutch" from SLP a few years back and its holding up great. On the plus side LT1 cars have never had the hydraulic problems that seem to plauge the early LS1 cars and the stock LT1 clutch is pretty strong to begin with.

Anyhow suspension wise I think these cars push alot and have too much body roll stock. Fortunately a good alignment, a 35mm front bar, and good shocks will cure 90% of that.