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 Aug 9 2007, 03:53 AM
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Member  Group: Advanced Members Posts: 246 Joined: 8-August 07 From: Grand Rapids, Michigan Member No.: 1,881  |
Well, after goofing around with Porsches for a while I've decided to get rid of them and build a Camaro for the track for next year.
I sold my '85 911 last weekend and now I'm selling my 944 that I spun a rod bearing in a couple weeks ago. I just bought a 1994 Z28 hardtop 6-speed car and I'm picking it up Saturday. As I sell my other car and some parts to come up with cash I'll be going through the brakes and suspension to get it ready for next season, mainy for AX, and HPDE's. The car has some engine work and probably makes 325hp at the wheels, so it should be pretty fun. I think once I add some 1.6 rockers and get the computer tuned it should get me another 25hp at least. I've been reading up on some of the information here, it's definitely helpful as I'm a relative newcomer to the F-body. My brother has had a 1999 T/A for a few years, but he's more interested in drag racing. The upside is he has an LS-1 aluminum driveshaft, and LS-1 rear brakes (the car already has LS-1 fronts) so I'll get a few freebies from him. I'll be sure to post here as my build progresses. I'm sure I will also have lots of questions for you guys! (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
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Aug 9 2007, 03:59 AM
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Scaring slow F body drivers with a VW diesel Group: Member Posts: 449 Joined: 23-June 04 From: Mt Gilead, Ohio Member No.: 376 |
Welcome. Does your screen name refer to your last name at all?
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Aug 9 2007, 04:14 AM
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Need More Afterburner Group: Moderators Posts: 809 Joined: 13-March 05 From: Huntsville, AL Member No.: 683 |
Welcome aboard! Always glad to see a newcomer!
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Aug 9 2007, 04:24 AM
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Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 246 Joined: 8-August 07 From: Grand Rapids, Michigan Member No.: 1,881 |
Thanks guys, and yes, my last name is VanWyk.
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Aug 9 2007, 11:28 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 934 Joined: 7-March 06 Member No.: 1,113 |
Welcome....
Maybe its just me, but I wouldnt change the rear brakes. Just extra work for low benefit. YMMV - Glad you are here. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/burnout.gif) Bock |
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Aug 9 2007, 02:46 PM
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Seeking round tuits Group: Advanced Members Posts: 5,522 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Kentucky Member No.: 33 |
Welcome!
As already mentioned, the rear brakes are probably adequate as-is. It sounds like you'll probably be in Street Modified, so I'll point out that a lot of people here are using Porsche brakes on the front. I'm not suggesting you will need them, just thought you might find it amusing. Many others retrofit C5 brakes, while others are happy with the LS1 brakes with upgraded pads. |
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Aug 9 2007, 03:00 PM
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Experienced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,038 Joined: 29-December 03 From: Texas, USA Member No.: 62 |
Welcome. There are some very fast 4th gens on this site and you are in good company.
Cheers! Costas cars and such... |
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Aug 9 2007, 06:22 PM
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Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 246 Joined: 8-August 07 From: Grand Rapids, Michigan Member No.: 1,881 |
Thanks for the warm welcome guys.
Yeah, I caught bits and pieces on another thread about using Porsche front brakes, does anyone have a link to the site? I might have to look into that as I can probably source the necessary Porsche parts, hopefully at affordable prices. |
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Aug 9 2007, 06:30 PM
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Need More Afterburner Group: Moderators Posts: 809 Joined: 13-March 05 From: Huntsville, AL Member No.: 683 |
The man you want to talk to concerning the porsche brakes is Steve-D on this site.
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Aug 9 2007, 07:51 PM
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Senior Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 5,226 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Danville, CA, USA Member No.: 27 |
Welcome!
94 Hardtop 6 speed......gotta love 'em <------------------------------------------ (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/2thumbs.gif) |
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Aug 9 2007, 11:35 PM
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Scaring slow F body drivers with a VW diesel Group: Member Posts: 449 Joined: 23-June 04 From: Mt Gilead, Ohio Member No.: 376 |
QUOTE (vanwyk4257 @ Aug 9 2007, 12:24 AM)  Thanks guys, and yes, my last name is VanWyk. That's a common last name in my home country. |
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Aug 10 2007, 01:13 PM
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Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 246 Joined: 8-August 07 From: Grand Rapids, Michigan Member No.: 1,881 |
QUOTE (Mericet @ Aug 9 2007, 07:35 PM) QUOTE (vanwyk4257 @ Aug 9 2007, 12:24 AM) Thanks guys, and yes, my last name is VanWyk. That's a common last name in my home country. My last name is Dutch, are you from the Netherlands or perhaps Belgium? |
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Aug 10 2007, 01:14 PM
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Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 246 Joined: 8-August 07 From: Grand Rapids, Michigan Member No.: 1,881 |
QUOTE (Pilot @ Aug 9 2007, 02:30 PM) The man you want to talk to concerning the porsche brakes is Steve-D on this site. Thanks for the tip, I'll look him up soon. |
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Aug 11 2007, 12:22 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 545 Joined: 19-June 04 From: Zanesville, Ohio Member No.: 369 |
You wouldnt be related to a radiologist in eastern ky would you?
This post has been edited by SSTAT: Aug 11 2007, 12:22 AM |
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Aug 11 2007, 12:41 AM
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Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 246 Joined: 8-August 07 From: Grand Rapids, Michigan Member No.: 1,881 |
QUOTE (SSTAT @ Aug 10 2007, 08:22 PM) You wouldnt be related to a radiologist in eastern ky would you? Not that I know of. |
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Aug 11 2007, 02:49 AM
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Moderator Group: Advanced Members Posts: 863 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Tulsa, OK Member No.: 5 |
Ahh, another Porsche nut. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) You'll find your mod/repair budget goes WAY further with f-bodies. Also, my f-bodies have always been able to handle way more abuse than either of the Porsches I had, although they do require a little bit of a different driving style.
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Aug 11 2007, 03:31 AM
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Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 246 Joined: 8-August 07 From: Grand Rapids, Michigan Member No.: 1,881 |
QUOTE (LT4Firehawk @ Aug 10 2007, 10:49 PM) Ahh, another Porsche nut. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) You'll find your mod/repair budget goes WAY further with f-bodies. Also, my f-bodies have always been able to handle way more abuse than either of the Porsches I had, although they do require a little bit of a different driving style. The money factor was definitely a consideration in making the move to an F-body. I have been catching a lot of flack from all my Porsche buddies, but I'm sure they will quiet down next year when I give them a sound thrashing with my Camaro! (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) |
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Aug 11 2007, 04:39 AM
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Scaring slow F body drivers with a VW diesel Group: Member Posts: 449 Joined: 23-June 04 From: Mt Gilead, Ohio Member No.: 376 |
QUOTE (vanwyk4257 @ Aug 10 2007, 09:13 AM) QUOTE (Mericet @ Aug 9 2007, 07:35 PM) QUOTE (vanwyk4257 @ Aug 9 2007, 12:24 AM) Thanks guys, and yes, my last name is VanWyk. That's a common last name in my home country. My last name is Dutch, are you from the Netherlands or perhaps Belgium? Not for a few centuries. I'm from South Africa. By way of Germany circa 1720 or something like that. |
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Aug 12 2007, 03:39 PM
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Moderator Group: Advanced Members Posts: 863 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Tulsa, OK Member No.: 5 |
QUOTE (vanwyk4257 @ Aug 10 2007, 10:31 PM) The money factor was definitely a consideration in making the move to an F-body. I have been catching a lot of flack from all my Porsche buddies, but I'm sure they will quiet down next year when I give them a sound thrashing with my Camaro! (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) Yeah, it's always fun to take an f-body to a Porsche club event, and then trounce a good half of the Porsches there. Of course I keep thinking about taking a 944/968 and dropping in an LSx engine. An 86 944 Turbo would be just about perfect with a good cam/heads LSx. 2700lbs, 450HP, and near perfect 50/50 weight distribution (the LSx is within about 50lbs of the 944 Turbo's engine/turbo/intercooler setup). Of course, a setup like that would cost as much (or more) than a nice used 996. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) |
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Aug 12 2007, 03:58 PM
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Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 246 Joined: 8-August 07 From: Grand Rapids, Michigan Member No.: 1,881 |
QUOTE (LT4Firehawk @ Aug 12 2007, 11:39 AM) QUOTE (vanwyk4257 @ Aug 10 2007, 10:31 PM) The money factor was definitely a consideration in making the move to an F-body. I have been catching a lot of flack from all my Porsche buddies, but I'm sure they will quiet down next year when I give them a sound thrashing with my Camaro! (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) Yeah, it's always fun to take an f-body to a Porsche club event, and then trounce a good half of the Porsches there. Of course I keep thinking about taking a 944/968 and dropping in an LSx engine. An 86 944 Turbo would be just about perfect with a good cam/heads LSx. 2700lbs, 450HP, and near perfect 50/50 weight distribution (the LSx is within about 50lbs of the 944 Turbo's engine/turbo/intercooler setup). Of course, a setup like that would cost as much (or more) than a nice used 996. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) Believe me I looked at the same thing. My plan was to take a normal 944, put the 944T drivetrain in it and drop in an LS2. I deep sixed that plan though ultimately due to the reason you cited, cost. I will say this, after having only Porsches for the last 5 years I had forgotten how much fun a nice torquey V8 is! |
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