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

[Maltese Falcon]

Ross , we always do a couple things to our T4 2.0 club car before events, besides the simple things like checking belts, hoses, CV's , brake pads, ; we change oil/filter, check+set valves, bleed brakes, (flush after 2 events), and lube the (elephant racing) trailing arm bushings. Take an extra set of pads with you, especially for a 2 day event. I also stuff a small paper towel around the inside of the brake fluid reservoir. That's in case of a boiling event, easier to clean as the mess stays in the paper. Get yourself some sticky Toyos or Khumos and enjoy that big T4 103mm torque out of the turns !
Marty + Matt