Brian Davis wrote:
>> Well, first you have the 7" rim width limitation in ITS,
whereas
>> most SP competitors in the smaller cars are running at least
8"
>> rims (some FWD cars run 9s on the front and 8s on the rear).
>
>True. I didn't mention this one, but realize it.
Don't underestimate the added grip that wider rims afford. Given
the choice between wider _tires_ or wider_ wheels_, I'd almost
always go with the latter.
>Mentioned this one. Most of these mods only help much on the
very high end
>anyway...
I disagree. It's possible with judicious tuning to get
substantial improvements in midband torque with SP-legal
induction mods.
>The minimum weight I could get it to under SP rules was around
2300.
Did you take full advantage of every SP allowance that can
legally reduce weight? Examples: exhaust system, clutch/flywheel,
alternator, wheels/tires, dirver/passenger seat (kart seats are
really light, OEMs are pretty heavy), update/backdate,
alternator, starter, battery, pulleys, etc.? If not, then there's
more you can get out of your car.
Jay
>Are you referring to the fact that the same FD would not serve
auto-x and
>club racing duty well?
No. If an SP-legal FDR (original or legal via update/backdate)
optimizes the engine torque curve vs. speed - say, 20-60 mph -
then changing it won't help in autox.
>While not true for many cars, on my specific car I say it's
pretty even.
I think the rim width restrictions alone are a deal-breaker.
>I
>guess I'll wait and see :o)
I'd be interested in hearing how it works out.
Jay
65 ASP
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