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Re: (((((VR6 STANDARD - TO - VR6 TRACK ))))))
« Reply #30 on: 02 January 2011, 00:40 »
to let some hot air out when on track as to lower the temparature or the engine


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I think that's called a radiator.......

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« Reply #31 on: 02 January 2011, 00:44 »
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« Reply #32 on: 02 January 2011, 00:50 »
it is fact that bellend that if you turn your hot air blowers on it does reduce the temeprature of the engine, radiator or no radiator

If you've got an issue with the heating system yes.

Otherwise, no. The thermostat should make sure of that.

It should sit at 90, heaters on or not. If you have to or it makes a difference, I wouldn't be thrashing it around a track.

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« Reply #33 on: 02 January 2011, 00:51 »
If I was you GTFO off this forum before they slay you like george did to the dragon...

If I was you I would look at examples of track cars, a lot of people mod differently as well, there is no wrong or right way but some common sense should still be applied. All depends on what your after as well and what tools you got to your disposal, also telling people of your budget as well as what tools you have can help with the forum helping you.

I think stripping is definitely the first and right step to a track car as it will see the biggest and quickest gains in terms of "BHP/tonne" as a unit, plus selling some parts to get money back is a good way to get some cash, the VR6 engines IMO are overrated, but each to their own. But it doesn't mean it will ruin your chances of having a car fit for a track, as long as it makes you smile thats all that matters.

Vents and heat issues are not a huge issue on your car being NA (naturally aspirated), so don't waste and worry about heat issues just yet, try and stiffen the body up, from bushes etc, tires will also play a huge roll, as your brakes are only as good as your tires. Then take your brakes into consideration, on smaller circuits you will be picking and braking frequently, so consider using slightly uprated brake fluid to cope with the temps (a possible product like "Castrol Super dot4" would be good as it would not be to expensive per litre compared to "castrol SRF"), uprating to steel braided hoses is another step forward, then taking into consideration which pads and discs you will use. I uprated my brake hoses and fluid, which stopped the spongy feel when the braking temperatures kick in, but then the pads started to bake and smoke (modding is a never ending game, you improve one thing to find you need to improve another), then funneling a cold intake to the filter is another mod that can be done, won't benefit much but still a benefit... Thats a staring point in advise, just take things step by step and read up on things as well as look at other projects out there, this will inspire you on what to do, as two track cars are never the same.

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« Reply #34 on: 02 January 2011, 00:52 »
i have riped out the dash but i did leave in the central air blower and dials/switches ! for two reasons the front screen missting up and to let some hot air out when on track as to lower the temparature or the engine (see i was thinking lol)

i have trade insurance so i am legal to drive any vehicle with any mods (im a car trader) by trade

OK i'll say it then... Um.. Bo11ox is what I have to say to that... What exactly does trade cover you for?

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« Reply #35 on: 02 January 2011, 00:55 »
i have riped out the dash but i did leave in the central air blower and dials/switches ! for two reasons the front screen missting up and to let some hot air out when on track as to lower the temparature or the engine (see i was thinking lol)

i have trade insurance so i am legal to drive any vehicle with any mods (im a car trader) by trade

OK i'll say it then... Um.. Bo11ox is what I have to say to that... What exactly does trade cover you for?

Bosses + me are on trade.

They can drive whatever they like when they like but they have to have their own cars on the policy. I can drive anything as long as it's linked to business and can be proven in case of an accident.

I'm still sure the car would have to be put on the policy and many do not cover modified vehicles as personal. I'm POSITIVE it won't cover track either.

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« Reply #36 on: 02 January 2011, 01:33 »
It's gone quiet here now, was waiting to see how your policy works... I'm sure you cant own a car or a track car without declaring it.  Would you not have to put this on the policy as it is your own car and declare all the mods that are on it?

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« Reply #37 on: 02 January 2011, 01:35 »
It's gone quiet here now, was waiting to see how your policy works... I'm sure you cant own a car or a track car without declaring it.  Would you not have to put this on the policy as it is your own car and declare all the mods that are on it?
Yep anything owned must be declared and most don't do modified cars.

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« Reply #38 on: 02 January 2011, 01:37 »
im with tadex and the small print basically says that I AM  insured, as appossed to the car being insured ! my cover is upto £20,000 ! meaning they will only pay me out upto 20grand if i have a crash or car gets stolen ect , its quite a good policy as any car i own or i am in perssetion of is covered, be it a £50 metro or a £100grand  bently.

obviously no insurance will cover any car on the track unless you have speccifally arranged track insurance.

my insurance is different from yours soundillussion as any car i have or drive does not have to be linked to my trade....

i pay approx £1600 a year and that covers me my wife and the wifes mums fella ! so its appox £500 each a year ! not bad
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« Reply #39 on: 02 January 2011, 01:41 »
im with tadex and the small print basically says that I AM  insured, as appossed to the car being insured ! my cover is upto £20,000 ! meaning they will only pay me out upto 20grand if i have a crash or car gets stolen ect , its quite a good policy as any car i own or i am in perssetion of is covered, be it a £50 metro or a £100grand  bently.

obviously no insurance will cover any car on the track unless you have speccifally arranged track insurance.

my insurance is different from yours soundillussion as any car i have or drive does not have to be linked to my trade....

i pay approx £1600 a year and that covers me my wife and the wifes mums fella ! so its appox £500 each a year ! not bad

what about 3rd party damage?