Event 1

First STF autox with a decent setup and the car works well and the initial results are promising.  Still have the B-Street MX5 16x7 wheels and 225 ZII tires on the car, but I did adjust the rear swaybar to full stiff.  Balance is still pushy, but the increased caster/camber and spring rate make the car come alive.

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  After this first autox event I realize the front strut travel and caster may be less than I anticipated, even with the newest set of camber plates and a moderate ride height.  Some of this may be spring rate and swaybar choice, but either way I see the immediate need for another variation of top strut mounts / camber plates to increase bump and caster before other major setup changes should be made. Swaybars, ride height, rake, and alignment will all need tweaking after the basic spring balance is achieved, but for now I consider this first event a success.

November San Diego Autox Results

      


With the holiday season upon us the next autox event is not until mid-January or later.  This gives me plenty of time to make some changes and add more power.