Sold it, now to track it...

satisaii · 05-07-2010, 09:13 AM

The Miata, that is. Was really tired of fighting with it all of the time. So Chaz, you're off the hook for helping to create a new exhaust for it.

I have been putting together a list of everything I am going to need to do to get the 2004 S2000 back out on the track safely. I would like to hear what ya'll think about these ideas, and if there is anything I am missing.

Oh yeah, I am 6'4", 185 lbs. I don't pass the "broomstick" test.

Harddog Roll Bar with the removable diagonal and harness bar. What I would really like is a roll bar that can be removed and installed in ~10 minutes. I have not seen this yet, but I can always design one.

Some harness. Maybe a seat. Not sure yet if I want to be swapping seats at the track. No research done on this yet.

Hitch for a trailer. Harddog again? It seems like there was one made that was not visible when installed, but I can't remember the make.

Wheels. 6ULR 10" rear, 9" front.

Tires. Was real impressed with the Nitto's on the Miata. Even when they were 3 years old and had ~100 heat cycles in them they kept getting better. Should I look into something else?

Brakes. I liked the Carbotech on the Miata. Why should I switch? Will create front cooling ducts for it. I will be switching pads and rotors before the events.

Tein lowering springs. A full suspension change is not in the budget this year. Is bump steer going to be an issue on the AP2?

This car has been Vortech supercharged for the last 5 years. The stock clutch is starting to give up on it. I am looking at the SOS clutch with a lighter flywheel. Opinions?

I am worried about heat soak on track with the A/W IC. Should I go with a bigger water radiator for this system, or is there an A/A IC available?

Is there anything else I need to look into to increase safety and/or reliability?

JDMHonda · 05-07-2010, 11:37 AM

Glad your hanging on to the S satisaii. Cant help you on any of your questions because im not a track *****, but good luck with it.

chazdawg35 · 05-07-2010, 06:43 PM

So I'm off the hook with the miata, but what about the S2K? What mods do you have other than the SC? Do you plan on driving it on the street?

satisaii · 05-07-2010, 09:42 PM

LOL dude, this thread is about modding the S for track duty.

If I were to buy the material, how would you feel about making a rollbar? I have some ideas about making one that is easy to install and remove just for the occasional trackday. It may be possible to modify the Harddog one to the way I want it.

And it will remain my daily driver.

Answered one of my questions. Ultimate Racing makes an A/A intercooler for the Vortech S/C.

I have now spent all of the money from the sale of the Miata on S2000 mods. And I need more.

chazdawg35 · 05-08-2010, 10:40 AM

What size tubing do you want to get? I can only bend 1 1/2"- 3" also let me know how thick it is so I can see if the bender can handle it. Do you have any pics of the Harddog roll bar?

satisaii · 05-08-2010, 11:03 AM

I have seen enough pictures to be ok with having one in the car full time. They have a nice cover for it, too. I would go for one with a removable diagonal and harness bar.

http://www.bethania-garage.com/s2000.htm

I have ordered the wheels and the clutch bits. I am trying to decide if I really want to do the clutch install to save a bit of $$$. It looks to be a PITA!

I have been looking for a used race seat. I wish I had kept the ones out of the Miata.

chazdawg35 · 05-09-2010, 02:58 PM

That's a nice set up, so what do you want to improve on?

satisaii · 05-09-2010, 03:21 PM

I wanted on that could be installed the day before an event, and then removed. But I found some from Japan that I liked more and bought one yesterday.

chazdawg35 · 05-09-2010, 05:49 PM

We need pics! How is the install?

satisaii · 05-09-2010, 06:53 PM

I don't think I will have it for 5 weeks. I am hoping the instructions will be in English.