Plastic Fantastic tew

[SuperBuickGuy]

Where did you find the cable? I don't recall seeing 5/32 at the hardware store.

Dan

the cable is something GM sourced..

[DanStokes]

Where did you find the cable? I don't recall seeing 5/32 at the hardware store.

Dan

[SuperBuickGuy]

I know, I know, I've gone without an e-brake in my '40 for years.... but still
time to make it work on this


5/32 wire... who uses 5/32 wire? gm, apparently


so when I get crimpable ferrules on Wednesday, I'll mark this done

[SuperBuickGuy]

weights... it did take quite a bit of time, but at least it seems to be pretty close now... first... always rock your car... or lose 200 lbs



the result....

that is with me in the driver's seat and a full tank of fuel

and you have no idea how tempted I am to cut the two seats apart and make one that fits AND holds me in place

[1946Austin]

I take it the techs at most tracks will require a double spring on throttle return?

[fatguyzinc]

we will not be talking about the shape, color, or use of my leather goods.

"plausible deniability"?

[fatguyzinc]

Do you have a black leather mask and cape?

my money is on yes--double or nothing says theres also a riding crop,
thigh high leather boots and a studded leather thong in the mix as well.......

they dont call him SUPERbuick for nothing.....

[SuperBuickGuy]

Will there be local Optima Challenge events near your area? Or will you have to trailer the car far to get to any of them?
Sounds like traction, or controlling all that power will be your biggest issue at any event. I'm sure once you've gotten your right foot educated to the Corvette it will do well!

the FiTech has an internal spring that is more than adequate - the trick is to find double springs that don't actually do anything, then throttle control is a bit easier.

closest Optima is Bay-Area California. I only have to go to one event to qualify, but the 2021 schedule isn't out yet so perhaps that will change. I really don't have a problem toting it to California - I can practice up here at PIR, Pacific Raceway and the Ridge are all close (Road courses), Monroe has some stuff - practicing out of view of the mainstream could be beneficial... I'm hoping to get some autocross experience before winter shuts it down.... crossing fingers because I'm not quite ready yet.

[1946Austin]

Will there be local Optima Challenge events near your area? Or will you have to trailer the car far to get to any of them?
Sounds like traction, or controlling all that power will be your biggest issue at any event. I'm sure once you've gotten your right foot educated to the Corvette it will do well!

[SuperBuickGuy]

we will not be talking about the shape, color, or use of my leather goods.

been enjoying watching these guys tangle

[Russell]

Looks good! This car reminds me of the batmobile. Do you have a black leather mask and cape?

[SuperBuickGuy]

It should do well, all the good parts are there. Trick will be getting it all dialed in with brake bias, shock damping, spring rates, bla bla bla. Curious, how much camber will you be starting with?
Oh... and that part where your right foot and your hands do the right thing. Corner exit will be a little tricky I think

I never imagined the numbers I was going to get with the weights... 3200# minimum, my 220# tail inside and a half tank of fuel and I'll be right there ...

[SuperBuickGuy]

for those curious, this is stock

Curb weight, lb

3540

Weight distribution (with driver), front/rear, %

49/51


Speed on 100-ft radius, mph

33.0

Lateral acceleration, g

0.726

Speed thru 700-ft slalom, mph

63.6

Speed on 100-ft radius, mph

33.0

Lateral acceleration, g

0.726

Speed thru 700-ft slalom, mph

63.6

[SuperBuickGuy]

and time to start making it fast
first was fix the throttle pedal (to get full throttle and not take 40 lbs of effort) and connect the vacuum advance

noticed I could see the core support - distracting, but not anymore

full tank of fuel


those are pretty good numbers

[65RHDEER]

Good to hear that a plan has worked and there are no unexpected surprises in the suspension department.