Stuff I am working on
#16
x-chr
#17
I purchased a splitter from RSC. We put it on a CMM and modeled it. I am thinking of having the skids machined out of UHMW. I am unsure of how the bumper cover works with all of this. Does the engine cover provide enough stiffness for the cover to survive? I am concerned about a vertical bending moment. Any of you have experience you can share on living with a splitter.
It may be we can only run on the track. We chose UHMW for its abrasion resistance and surprisingly lighter weight than alum.
It may be we can only run on the track. We chose UHMW for its abrasion resistance and surprisingly lighter weight than alum.
Speedracer800 made a skid plate for his old DB9 (bought by SheriffDep a few months ago) and it worked really well. It came down below the front lip and wasn't compatible with the VC splitter that's now on the DB9.
I've left my VC splitter on since installing it, only scraped it once (sharp incline leaving a parking garage). I'm not tooooooo worried about it so long as I'm careful with slopes, and super careful when pulling into a parking spot facing a curb.
http://www.bcforged-na.com/monoblock/rs43/
I've been running their RT50 wheels on my car and love them. They're tough, too. Two of my OEM wheels aren't even usable but the BC Forged are holding up fine despite taking more abuse.
Last edited by GT3 Chuck; 05-08-2017 at 09:54 PM.
#18
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/parts-and-plates/parts-and-accessories/aston-martin/aston-martin-20-dbs-alloys--wheels/6576244
Last edited by GT3 Chuck; 05-08-2017 at 09:55 PM.
#19
The 18" OZ used on the comp cars I believe are magnesium which is why I would want those for track wheels. If they are not that plan will need to be changed.
x-chr
Last edited by GT3 Chuck; 05-08-2017 at 09:55 PM.
#22
Do any of you know the torque for the rear hubs? We had to swap out the studs to make the spacers work and are trying to finish the install.
Kanga - thanks for the tip on both - the OZ are magnesium?
x-chr
Kanga - thanks for the tip on both - the OZ are magnesium?
x-chr
Last edited by era2076; 01-06-2017 at 05:12 PM. Reason: Front hubs dont work that way
#23
I can get you some of the OZ wheels if you're interested.
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#29
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I am surprised as both seem heavy considering magnesium, but the diameters, widths, and offsets are larger than I am used to. Our 17x9 Enkei RPF1 weigh 16 lb
Some interesting stuff here
http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=265756
I am surprised as both seem heavy considering magnesium, but the diameters, widths, and offsets are larger than I am used to. Our 17x9 Enkei RPF1 weigh 16 lb
Some interesting stuff here
http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=265756
Last edited by GT3 Chuck; 05-08-2017 at 09:50 PM.
#30
Kanga -
The comp cars used staggered wheel diameters front to rear? I noticed the different wheels, but did not realize they were of different diameter.
Do you have knowledge as to why this was done?
Do you know the aspect ratios used for the tires?
Were the cars lowered?
If so, by lowered spring perch, raised chassis pivots, or modified uprights?
I am trying to gain insight into the suspension geometry with respect to handling at the limit? My only experience is with a MacPherson SN95 Mustang and 1/2" is all you get without worsening or $$ to correct it.
I'd like to drop mine, but not at the expense of handling at the limit.
x-chr
The comp cars used staggered wheel diameters front to rear? I noticed the different wheels, but did not realize they were of different diameter.
Do you have knowledge as to why this was done?
Do you know the aspect ratios used for the tires?
Were the cars lowered?
If so, by lowered spring perch, raised chassis pivots, or modified uprights?
I am trying to gain insight into the suspension geometry with respect to handling at the limit? My only experience is with a MacPherson SN95 Mustang and 1/2" is all you get without worsening or $$ to correct it.
I'd like to drop mine, but not at the expense of handling at the limit.
x-chr
Last edited by era2076; 01-08-2017 at 02:24 AM. Reason: split for clarity of topic