First Track Day, in the 914 Options

[rnellums]

Had such a blast today at my first trackday in my Silver car. It ran like a champ, and was sticking to the corners like glue! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) . (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)

I did, however boil my brake fluid after flogging the car through the 3rd 30 min session. I noticed the fade early and was able to stay in low gear and cruise to pits, but it was scary none the less. It has 5-lug vented rotors, so this surprised me. I hear that old fluid might have been partly to blame? Any other suggestions? It was not a hot day (60's).

-Ross

[pcar916]

Excellent Ross!

Obviously you don't know that brakes are for woosies! That said I had the same problems with my aluminum Willwoods.

I don't know what you have for brake ventilation, but I use stock 993 brake deflectors fastened to the A-arms (~$18 each). Keeps 'em a lot cooler without ducting and back-plates, and directs the air into the rotor centers. I use Motul. It's got a higher temp than Super-Blue and gives me a better pedal feel... at least I think it does. ATE 200 boils for me easily on the track

Your car looks great.

Shiny side up!

p.s. We met at an Arkansas MUSR a few years back. I was without my car that year (blown R&P a week before the event) but had fun anyway.