GT350 track car build


AJB

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the cable design may help when you 'crunch' the driveway entrance or speed bump.
andy (ajb)
 

spartan

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GTJack

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Truly a labor of love. Hope you have as much fun on the track as you did building it.
 

spartan

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Truly a labor of love. Hope you have as much fun on the track as you did building it.

GTJack, lots of tweaking & sorting out the car when the snow melts. This is a fun project.


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mmlcobra

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SO COOL!!!!
 

spartan

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Fire suppression system installed. Advice on component placement from KohR Motorsports.
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Nozzle placement :
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Footwell area
Left side engine compartment


I started the car today for the first time after removing the cats. GLORIOUS!! Sounds like a proper race car.

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598

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This might seem silly and you probably already know, but look at that red handle and then sit there in the drivers seat for a minute and think, if I ever have to pull this thing, inhale deeply first. When you actually are on fire, if you didn't program your mind in advance, you might not remember. Our lemons car is getting a fire system, and that will be my track side talk to the team, since I'm pretty sure I'm the only one that has needed it before. BTW, I'm a big fan of arm restraints as well, required or not. I'm guessing you already know these things, but I'm sure there are quite a few who are enjoying your build and may not have had to actually think of the real reasons these safety items are there. I love this car!
 

spartan

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This might seem silly and you probably already know, but look at that red handle and then sit there in the drivers seat for a minute and think, if I ever have to pull this thing, inhale deeply first. When you actually are on fire, if you didn't program your mind in advance, you might not remember. Our lemons car is getting a fire system, and that will be my track side talk to the team, since I'm pretty sure I'm the only one that has needed it before. BTW, I'm a big fan of arm restraints as well, required or not. I'm guessing you already know these things, but I'm sure there are quite a few who are enjoying your build and may not have had to actually think of the real reasons these safety items are there. I love this car!

I did ask Dean that exact question. He said drivers instinct is to get out of the car as quickly as possible and many times forget to pull the handle. I can easily move the pull handle to the left side of the center console. He sets them all in that spot. I'm following his advice as he has built and runs several GT4's.
 

598

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I like the location for a road race car. Less likely to accidentally set it off. We will probably mount ours in the same spot. Last time I was on fire I was still about 180, so getting out really wasn't an option. Breathing is still a necessity though. I did my deep breathe while making sure the chutes were clean and I had a straight line. Its neat in drag racing how the faster you go, the more your mind can slow down time, if you have mentally prepared. Nothing compared to some on this forum, like the great Eddie Hill, but for a hobby guy, something you remember.
 

mmlcobra

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I like the location for a road race car. Less likely to accidentally set it off. We will probably mount ours in the same spot. Last time I was on fire I was still about 180, so getting out really wasn't an option. Breathing is still a necessity though. I did my deep breathe while making sure the chutes were clean and I had a straight line. Its neat in drag racing how the faster you go, the more your mind can slow down time, if you have mentally prepared. Nothing compared to some on this forum, like the great Eddie Hill, but for a hobby guy, something you remember.

The medical term for the mind slowing down perceived dangerous situations is "tachypsychia".
The brain actually increases processing rates that in effect puts things in "slow motion".
Well known to happen in gunfights as well!
Pretty cool.
Best,
Mark
 

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Test fit seat and harness.
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Installed new Forgeline wheels. Same size & offset as GT4. Used continentals from Daytona practice set.
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Specracer

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Neighbors must LOVE that running!

Looks darn close, when will it turn a wheel?
 

spartan

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Neighbors must LOVE that running!

Looks darn close, when will it turn a wheel?

It’s definitely loud but it will live at M1 Concourse.

I’m still doing some work since track season in MI is a few weeks away. Installed carbon fiber drive shaft.
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CJ428

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Carbon shaft is one piece?
 

spartan

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Carbon shaft is one piece?

Yes its one piece and approximately 10 lbs lighter. It's a nice looking part that will rarely be seen.
 

Special K

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I’m impressed! It came out great and in a short amount of time!


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spartan

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Thanks Special K! It’s been a fun project.


Made room for more switches since many of the OE center panel items are no longer functional.

Installed a battery cut off solenoid.

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spartan

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Installed Lightweight battery and FP Sparco steering wheel with quick release.
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spartan

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Getting close. Alignment is done. Optic Armor polycarbonate front and back windows installed.

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