I needed a new SA2005 certified helmet for the 2010 season, and wanted to stay on my budget. A buddy and I bought these GForce Pro Eliminators, and are very pleased with them, especially for the money. It's easy to spend $500 on a helmet, so it was nice to get a comfortable helmet with a lot of top features for $250. I got mine through Apex Performance, and they even threw in … [Read more...] about HELMET REVIEW
WAGON REAR BRAKES
I finished installing the rear disc brakes on the wagon today. I'm using a small, two piston Wilwood caliper, 200SX rear rotors, and a set of T6 aluminium caliper brackets that I made. It all fits inside my 14x7 Panasports vertically, but needs a 1/4" spacer to keep the caliper from rubbing horizontally. I could shave down the corner of the caliper to make it fit if I decide … [Read more...] about WAGON REAR BRAKES
ONLY IN SAN FRANCISCO
I saw this, umm, 'custom' TR4-tinental in the city today. The pics have to say it all cuz I'm speechless... … [Read more...] about ONLY IN SAN FRANCISCO
BODY PANEL FITTING
A quick update for today: I test fit some BRE style rear flares from Classic Datsun Motorsports, a fiberglass rear hatch from Pare Composites, and the fuel cell from ATL. … [Read more...] about BODY PANEL FITTING
WAGON REAR ROLLCAGE
Today I started tying the rollcage into the rear suspension. The rear down tubes and crossbrace are in place with a couple of 45 degree supports. The top of the rear coilovers are now mounted to the rear crossbar tube, and the bottom of them to a bracket welded onto the lower control arm. … [Read more...] about WAGON REAR ROLLCAGE
RACETRACK MAPS
A great way to get ready for your next track weekend is to get familiar with the track map before you show up. You should at least know the corner numbers and which way they turn. If you've already been to that particular track, take the time and see if you can remember your braking and shifting points from your last visit. Maybe even write them down so you have a good … [Read more...] about RACETRACK MAPS