A4 track setup

[AudiBiTurbo at aol.com]

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