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  • stevbd replied to the thread S197 BackInBlack.
    I just got my 200k mile MT82 rebuilt by Lashbrook and they recommend the stock Ford fill. https://lmr.com/item/LRS-MT82SVC/mustang-motorcraft-transmission-fluid-service-kit-mt82-11-18 (see full post)
  • CarSalesman reacted to Junkyard Dog's post in the thread HPDE tires with Like Like.
    "Anything that places the tire further outboard, whether it’s a spacer or a wheel with reduced offset, will put more angular load on your wheel bearings. The farther the tire gets pushed outboard, the greater that angular load.This definitely...
  • CarSalesman reacted to Junkyard Dog's post in the thread HPDE tires with Like Like.
    From the same link:"This exactly. People like to b*tch and moan about how bad spacers are, but effective offset is effective offset. The car sees zero difference whether it’s built into the wheel or it’s done with spacers."
  • Mtnbikerva posted the thread Your Experience with the 10 sp auto 10R80? Road race or HPDE? Longevity? Yr. Of manufacture? in Drivetrain, Exhaust and Electrical.
    I’m truly trying to find out what the facts and realities are of the transmission choices versus 10R80 transmission.How long did your Stock transmission last?What did you do to keep it functioning?Did you have it rebuilt with upgraded...
  • GAR944
    GAR944 reacted to TeeLew's post in the thread SR performance coilovers VS Koni sport/Eibach? with Like Like.
    Short answer, with an equivalent driver, No, I don't see us giving Vettes or Porsches many sleepless nights.There is a weight thread. Add lightness.
  • GAR944
    GAR944 reacted to BackInBlack's post in the thread SR performance coilovers VS Koni sport/Eibach? with Like Like.
    This is @Mad Hatter. Here's his build.
  • FilxNZ
    FilxNZ reacted to Mad Hatter's post in the thread Huge brake upgrade for S197 chassis with Like Like.
    And some Gloc brake pads to go with it!!! I like the R18's. Now that Pagid pads are made from Un-obtainium.
  • Albino500
    Albino500 reacted to Fabman's post in the thread S197 3V Fabman's build; How did we get here? with Like Like.
    Well that took me by surprise…
  • Albino500
    Albino500 reacted to Fabman's post in the thread S197 3V Fabman's build; How did we get here? with Like Like.
    Yes those are very good but expensive radiators. About a year ago I bought an aluminum radiator for my son’s track s197 on Amazon for 150 bucks and it’s actually pretty good….a simple 3 pass mod would be enough to top it off. If mine ever fails...
  • Junkyard Dog
    Junkyard Dog replied to the thread HPDE tires.
    AI response (probably false information to try to kill us and speed up AI taking over the world and eliminating humans, though):The Comparison To answer your question exactly, it all depends on the total distance from the hub to the center of... (see full post)
  • Junkyard Dog
    Junkyard Dog replied to the thread HPDE tires.
    From the same link:"This exactly. People like to b*tch and moan about how bad spacers are, but effective offset is effective offset. The car sees zero difference whether it’s built into the wheel or it’s done with spacers." (see full post)
  • TeeLew reacted to Gunslinger55's post in the thread Unfair advantage with Like Like.
    Agree. I’ve had a pretty good run now and now looking at a TA2 mustang to play with. Not bad
  • Junkyard Dog
    Junkyard Dog replied to the thread HPDE tires.
    "Anything that places the tire further outboard, whether it’s a spacer or a wheel with reduced offset, will put more angular load on your wheel bearings. The farther the tire gets pushed outboard, the greater that angular load.This definitely... (see full post)
  • Junkyard Dog
    Junkyard Dog replied to the thread HPDE tires.
    Because the outside rim of the face of the wheel does not move out at all.The front backspace is 26. The rear wheels are 52. The spacer moves the outside rim of face of the rear backspacing wheel to the same location as the regular front... (see full post)
  • Gunslinger55
    Gunslinger55 replied to the thread Unfair advantage.
    Agree. I’ve had a pretty good run now and now looking at a TA2 mustang to play with. Not bad (see full post)
  • Gunslinger55
    Gunslinger55 reacted to TeeLew's post in the thread Unfair advantage with Like Like.
    Yep, I was homeless for a fair stretch and slept in my car more times than I know. It's just how it was. In the end, you probably took the right path...at the very least, it was the smarter one.I think people measure lives the wrong way. It's...
  • TMSBOSS
    TMSBOSS replied to the thread Advice on setting up my car for gain confidence.
    Exactly. Getting an instructor which can assist with adjustments is likely the best way to go. Seat of the pants over trying to understand an issue from a few posts. (see full post)
  • TMSBOSS
    TMSBOSS reacted to thelostotter's post in the thread Advice on setting up my car for gain confidence with Like Like.
    If the rear brakes have an issue then that needs addressed before anything else.But I think someone new to HPDE trying to dial in adjustable dampers is an uphill battle, especially when they are a type without a large user base to provide good...
  • TMSBOSS
    TMSBOSS reacted to 302BOB's post in the thread Any Cooks Onboard? with Like Like.
    Somehow I knew there was going to be a ine!!!!...:banghead:
  • TMSBOSS
    TMSBOSS reacted to PatrickStapler's post in the thread Any Cooks Onboard? with Like Like.
    🤣🤣🤣….sorry guys. I can’t take on any additional mouths right now.More than welcome to visit though…
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