Ghost 2017 Build

[Tommy J]

So a buddy of mines is going to help me out while I'm deployed and I'm thinking of sending the car off to get safety features installed (e.g. 4/6 point harness, racing seat, fire extinguisher etc) because I'm just trying to be proactive and have the car ready when I return. Searching in Texas there's Vorshlag and Texas Track Works that prep cars for HPDE and track duty. Has anyone received their services in this regard. Or ship the car to Watson's or Kohr?

 

[VoodooBoss]

If you're close to Vorshlag there aren't many better shops in the US. Give Terry or Jason a call. @modernbeat

 

[modernbeat]

Since I've been summoned...come by the shop and see the quality and consideration that goes into our work. There's more to a good cage than just putting bars in a car.

 

[Tommy J]

Since I've been summoned...come by the shop and see the quality and consideration that goes into our work. There's more to a good cage than just putting bars in a car.

I wish I could, however I'm in Kuwait right now. Could you message me you're number?

 

[VoodooBoss]

Click on their ad below or on the side depending on which device you’re viewing on.

 

[Tommy J]

So after careful and responsible consideration I'm going to keep Ghost when I return, however send the car to Vorshlag this spring/summer for prep. What kills me is not doing some of the work myself, but I rather the car be ready since I see classes start in late Jan. So what I decided to get done and your input is appreciated is the following;

Safety Set-Up
6 point cage (thought about 4pt/roll bar)
Recaro Racing Seats
Vorshlag CC
Alignment
Toe Rods
Vertical Links
Brake Ducts
FRPP Track Handling Pack
PP Front control arms
Knuckle to Toe Link Bearing
Rear Subframe 2 Body Bushing Kit
Rear Differential 2 Subframe Bushing Kit
Mishimoto Oil Cooler
Mishimoto Radiator
Brembo 6 Piston
MGW Race Shifter
FRPP Half Shafts
Rear Seat Delete
Springs ?
18x11/305's
DSS Driveshaft

I think this is enough to get me through a dedicated year advancing throughout the HPDE levels. And ready for TT and the best class that matches my skill level. Going to be a treacherous year watching the car be built!

 

[VoodooBoss]

You forgot and expensive! Should be a fun year for you.

 

[Tommy J]

You forgot and expensive! Should be a fun year for you.

Very true and I called myself being analytical to determine if it's wiser to upgrade to a PP or just modify what I have. Decisions.

 

[Tommy J]

With the advice, research and purchase of 18x11 Apex wheels being a great option, not to many options for tires though. Thinking I should of went 19's. Going to run the Michelin 4s since I like the way they responded on my stock wheels.

 

[Boone]

On the 18's vs. 19's. I did some research a while back, and I know the tire market is fluid, but I went with 19's due to tire availability and trending market availability. All my options were 200TW or more for CAM requirements.

Rims - Forgestar CF5 Deep Concave 18x11 with 52mm offsets:

315/30/18 (All 200TW unless noted)
Falken Azenis RT615K
BFG Rival S
Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 (220TW)

305/30/18 and 305/35/18
None
Nothing
Nada

295/35/18 (All 200TW unless noted)
Nitto NT05
Michilin Pilot Sport PS2 (220TW)
Toyo Proxes 1 (240TW)
Nitto Invo (260TW)
Michilin Pilot Super Sport (300TW)
Conti ExtremeContact DW (340TW)
Bridgeston Potenza RE760 Sport (340TW)

Rims - Forgestar CF5 Deep Concave 19x11 with 52mm offsets:

315/30/19
None
Nothing
Nada

305/30/19 (All 200TW unless noted)
Bridgeston Potenza RE-71R
Khumo ECSTA V720
Hankook Ventus R-S3 V2
Bridgestone Potenza RE-11
Michilin Pilot Sport PS2 (220TW)
Nitto Invo (220TW)
Khumo ECSTA PS91 (260TW)
Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position (280TW)
Michilin Pilot Super Sport (300TW)
Hankook Ventus V12 EVO2 (320TW)
Nitto Invo (220TW)
Conti ExtremeContact DW (340 TW)

295/30/19 (All 200TW unless noted)
Michilin Pilot Sport PS2 (220TW)
Khumo ECSTA PS91 (260TW)
Conti ContiSportContact 3 (280TW)
Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position (280TW)
Michilin Pilot Super Sport (300TW)
Hankook Ventus V12 EVO2 (320TW)

295/35/19 (All 200TW unless noted)
Yokoham Advan Sport V105 (240TW)
Michilin Pilot Super Sport (300TW)

I pulled these from Tire Rack and DiscountTireDirect, so no promises on availability. It would appear my best selection is in the 305/30/19 size which includes the aforementioned RE-71R and the budget friendly V720.

 

[VoodooBoss]

NT01's are a great choice and come in 305/35/18's. I ran through a few sets of them.

https://www.nittotire.com/competition-tires/nt01-dot-compliant-competition-road-course-tire/

 

[Tommy J]

When your friend sends you a picture of your car in storage and realize you didn't even have time to change your plates to Texas...lol

 

[Tommy J]

So I have these coming in the mail today (thanks to @OPMustang Tim) and now I'm searching threads and info for JRI's, JRZ or Penske Shocks/Struts. If anyone has info or a thread please share. Trying to make the right decision once..lol. Will pair the rest of the suspension with FRPP as much as I can.

 

[Track Pony]

Since you are going to be in the DFW area I would give Vorshlag a call. They are located in Plano and have developed parts for the S550 in the past and they just picked up a new GT to continue development.

 

[OPMustang Tim]

@Tommy J lots of options for Coilovers. Too many questions to answer online.

 

[Tommy J]

Since you are going to be in the DFW area I would give Vorshlag a call. They are located in Plano and have developed parts for the S550 in the past and they just picked up a new GT to continue development.

True story. I watched their video when they took it to the track and by the looks agree with their assessment. The way the car seemed to handle and suspension begging for mercy. Those 305's and coilovers they are installing should make a significant difference.

 

[Tommy J]

@VoodooBoss any TMO decals available?

 

[Tommy J]

I'm thinking these JRZ RS1's will do the trick, along with some Hypercoil Springs and Vorshlag CC plates. Four more weeks and I can actually get them installed and corner balanced. I want to change out some more stock parts, but I want to see and feel the difference with these first.

 

[Tommy J]

Got my Apex 18x11 wheels in. Can’t wait! Appreciate the service @APEXRaceParts

 

[VoodooBoss]

Nice. What tires are you going to mount on them?