[s-cars] need some tunes for when I take it to the track...

[Daniel Hussey]

This is true Serge.

A lot of clubs (Q Club doesn't, but still isn't as big as others)...  but I
know our local BMW Club chapter has a "tech inspection" clinic and they
actually go through your car and check it all out BEFORE you show up at the
event.  And, go over some other things you should do before any track
event... mostly changing oil, checking pad and rotor wear, testing coolant,
and bleeding brakes.

Might be a good thing to go through, at least for the first time if you can
find someone in the area putting on such a clinic.

BTW, I think Watkins Glen is a decently long track with some long straights,
so good working brakes will be crutial.  If you have weak brakes, they may
not last a two-day event (BTDT @ Road America).

Later,
Dan
'95 S6 Avant (Europa/ecru)
'87 Jeep Cherokee 4x4 (aka "Ski Bitch")
Seattle, WA

----- Original Message -----
From: "serge" <serge411 at speakeasy.org>
To: "K.C. Madsen" <Kenneth_Madsen at alumni.nd.edu>; "S-Car List"
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Sent: Friday, May 23, 2003 9:59 AM
Subject: Re: [s-cars] need some tunes for when I take it to the track...


> Having never gone to an actual track event, I am speculating somewhat, but
I
> would leave the chips alone. Every "stage whatever" chip out there will
most
> likely take the stock turbo outside its efficiency range, which= more
heat,
> which= detonation, which= retarded timing, pulling back on boost= no fun
at
> the track.
>
> Focus on making sure that what you have is in proper working order. Some
of
> these items can get pricey, especially if you're not doing the service
> yourself. New brake pads on the front (Hawks are good).  Freshen up ALL
the
> fluids, including the hydraulic brake/steering boost system. Do you have
PO
> records? If spark plugs have more than 25K miles on them, a change is in
> order. Spark plug connectors are also a fussy item, if they look worn,
then
> they probably are. New O2 sensor if more than 60k. Additionally, lower
> Michelin man hose (x-over to intercooler), and t-bolt or similar clamps on
> all boost hoses are in order. Check function of bypass valve, update to to
> 710n, or if you have too much cash on hand, spring for the Stratmosphere
> adjustable valve:
> http://dv.mistertam.com/
> For a complete breakdown.
> Oh yeah, and don't forget to bury your wallet:)
>
> HTH
> Serge Filanovsky
>
> 95 S6 Avant
>
>
>
>
>
> > My father's constant badgering has almost convinced me to take my car to
> > Watkins Glenn for a little track time.  However, I've only just recently
> > purchased the car and with 130,000 miles on it, I realize I should do
some
> > major tune-ups before putting the car under that type of strain.  The
only
> > modification so far is a set of Sachs sport springs.  I've decided that
I'll
> > probably only get the stage one ECU upgrade for my first trip.  The RS2
> > parts can come once I'm able to handle what I've got :)
> >
> > Keeping in mind that this is a high mileage car, what sort of
> > recommendations can anyone make as to maintenance I should perform prior
to
> > the "big day"?
> >
> > As far as my tunes problem... The 10 disc changer worked great when I
bought
> > the car.  Recently, when I change the mode to CD, the head unit will
only
> > display the disc and track number but will not play.  I can change to
any
> > disc loaded in the magazine, but all yield the same results.  It's
almost as
> > if the player is waiting for me to hit the play button... any help on
this
> > one ?
> >
> > thanks!
> >
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