A4 track setup
AudiBiTurbo at aol.com
AudiBiTurbo at aol.com
Wed May 8 00:18:10 EDT 2002
RS Americas are WAY cool cars... and he has to be content with a heavier car,
less handling, etc. That said, I instruct at all NEQ events, and I have a
business modding cars.
Engine- at least a chip and Bailey (or Forge) bypass valve. Money makes some
serious HP in an 1.8T, but put it on suspension, brakes, and tires first.
Chassis- stock alignment settings, well... suck. On top of that, stiff rear
anti-roll bar (I run the big Neuspeed on full stiff) helps a lot. For
suspension, H&R coilovers are the first-class way to go (also what I run).
Lowering springs and Konis would be a less-expensive alternative.
Brakes- I'm very partial (not only because I'm a distributor) to Stoptech.
Wonderful setup, uses 993 (front) style pads (compounds are available and
relative inexpensive from every major manufacturer). Fully sorted out,
first-class braking systems, at a good price. Again, what I run on the S4.
Tires- depends on his budget and ability. Victoracers are good track-day
tires, but Hoosiers are probably the stickiest. I sell a lot of 17"
Mille-Miglia spyders for track rims (they're not TOO heavy, and fairly
inexpensive), but if he wants light-weight, lots of good rims for more money.
Seats- whatever he's comfortable in. Stock sport seats are decent for most
with harnesses. For increased support, I've had good luck with Sparco.
Harnesses- I generally install 3 or 4 point Schroths in the Audis. Again, it
depends on if he's racing and has a specific requirement (like 3" webbing,
FIA spec, etc.).
I hope I've helped, and I hope to see him at a Quattro Club (Audi Car Club)
event!
Let me know if you have any questions!
Mark Rosenkrantz
AudiBiTurbo at aol.com
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