Rebounding 986 2.5L for beginner track car?

[Quadcammer]

just make sure the stock suspension is in good shape, maintenance is up to date (plugs fluids, belt, waterpump, etc), and the pads have most of their life left. Make sure you check the radiators for a bunch of crap between the rad and condenser.

For tires, something like Dunlop Direzza star specs (not sure if they have our sizes) or an RE71 will be a good combo of streetability and track performance. I would NOT go to RS4s or NT01s at this time.

I'd also consider a CG lock to keep her from sliding all over the damn place.

If she gets more into it and gets faster, then you can start with the track mods like control arms, r comp tires, third rad/S oil cooler, etc.

[NewArt]

I'm with RacerBoy here. Starting off at the track requires decent street tires in good condition and not more than a few years old, stock brakes that are within spec, brake fluid change within the year, and a track inspection at an accredited garage (usually free of charge) to make sure that everything is ship shape. Anything else can wait for a few events. When you start out in a DE event, you think it's fast but it's not! Don't throw money away, you may need it later. Ask me how I know!

[maytag]

Originally Posted by Quadcammer

I'd also consider a CG lock to keep her from sliding all over the damn place.

What is a CG lock?

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[gwegryn]

Great advice everyone. I kind of thought it was a no-brainer to bring the Boxster back home where she belongs.

I wasn't aware of the Krause extension bar, but will look into it.
Definitely all fluids will be changed on this one. For brake fluid, I've used ATE but currently run Motul 600 in my M3. Both are great fluids. I run Hawk HT10s, but that's way too aggressive a pad for this. Any suggestions on a milder track pad that works well on the early 986s?

Thanks for the tire suggestions, too. I'll need to do more research to decide if I change the sizing from stock or not, but I'll definitely have my alignment shop put it on the rack and dial in as much camber as possible.

CG Lock! I bought one years ago and never used it, but yes, I'll snug her in with it.

And of course great advice to not throw a lot of coin at the car before she's ready to step up into more performance.

Thanks again everyone. Much appreciated!

[piper6909]

Originally Posted by maytag

What is a CG lock?

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I was wondering that myself. Did a google search and found this:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFnFjBFewAE

It's an adapter that keeps the lap belt tight.

[pharaohjb]

I've not used the CG Lock, as you can get the standard 3 point seat belt to hold you in place with a simple trick:

1. Slide the seat all the way back.
2. Put on the seat belt.
3. Pull seat belt tight as you can around you and tug on it so it locks. Keep tension on it so it stays locked.
4. Slide the seat forward until the belt is tight against you. The belt should be a little uncomfortable when it's this tight.

It's definitely not a race harness, but it's also free. I've found it to be a fantastic solution to keep me from sliding around the seat, or hanging on to the steering wheel to stay in the seat while on track.