Recent content by Jiveslug

Ok, so now that I am back in research mode, I have been looking at a slew of vehicles as potential racers. There is one thing (well, one of a couple), that I cannot really pin down when it comes to figuring out if a car might be good to race, and that is weight reduction. I am trying to make...

Hey again all. So, after the scandal that is now being referred to as "Corolla-gate," I am looking for a new ride. So, I have gone back to doing some research (you should see the excel file I have, its impressive in its complexity) and thought that the Probes deserved another look. Basically...

Well, I have said it before and I’ll say it again. I can’t stand most people. After years of lurking on the boards I finally got my project car, only to lose it due to a “friend” behaving more like a teenage girl (my wife’s words) than a 30-something man. Thus, I have been left with no...

Hey all. So, I was sitting here the other day, and began to wonder why SCCA does not allow AWD cars to race on a club level. I would think that with many more AWD cars being built today than ever that it might be a good idea for the BOD to look into making these legal. I have recently seen a...

Hey gang. Well, Im wondering what I can do with my suspension that will make the car handle relatively well without having to go the full-blown adjustable dampers/adjustable coil-overs route. I am sure once I get some seat time Ill go there, but for now I just want the car to corner well...

Hey all. I thought it would be fun to start a thread where everyone could post a picture of their racer. Ill start, even tho the only picture I have of the car complete are from when I bought it. Heh. [attachmentid=320]

So my birthday is coming up on the 28th, Ill be 29 years old btw, and I am reminded of why it is that I am supposed to be a racer... You know who else has a birthday on Feb 28? Mario Andretti. hehe. Yup. Its fate, destiny, kismet... whatever you want to call it. Just out of curiosity I...

I really am happy about the new changes that the guys worked out for IT. I think that leveling the playing field a little bit can only benefit IT racing in the long run. Altho, I have to ask (half-jokingly), why no love for my Corolla? 2310 lbs in ITB for a car that has 75hp from the factory...

Hey gang. Ok, yet another question. So, Im looking at brake pads and shoes and am wondering how much pad is enough? For instance, do I need the latest and greatest pad with the super-high temp rating to race, or will an "autocross" pad be enough for my 2300lb ITB car? Im basically looking...

Hey again everyone. Well, work is still progressing on the Corolla and we are getting ready to start with the heavy mechanical work. The interior is about 90% stripped, just have to lose the insulation on the floor boards and pull some of the interior wiring. Anyway, that being said, Im...

So, Im looking over the rules regarding suspension, and I noticed this: "As of 1/1/03, external adjustments of shock control shall be limited to two (2)." My question is, does that mean we can only have 2 settings on the shocks, i.e. Tokiko 5-way adjustables are illegal? I just want to be...

Hey guys. I was wondering if the AE86 folks out there could lend me a hand. Im looking for a baseline suspension set-up for my TE72 ITB car. Basically I can use all of the AE86 suspension components, and while the chassis isnt exacly the same as the AE86, its pretty close. Thus, I was...

Hey again everyone. I know this topic has been hit on before, but I wanted to see what everyone thought on it once more. Im at the point here where I need to remove all of the tar and junk from the floor board of my TE72 (80 Corolla in Toyota-speak) and want to make the process as painless as...

Hey, has anyone used the Kirk Racing prefabbed weld-in roll cages? www.kirkracing.com Are they any good? Ryan

Hey gang. Construction on my car is progressing along and Im still collecting parts. I was wondering, what guages should I get? Im certainly going to get a tach with a shift light, oil pressure, and water temp, but what else should I get? What do you guys find to be the most helpful...