Road Racing

January 12, 2012

Building a Track Car – BIG brakes

With the rear suspension completed (minus the V-Maxx coil-overs) it was time to get the rear half of the big brake kit on that we had purchased from GoMiata. The kit is developed by Good-Win Racing and had gone through a recent… Continue reading
January 9, 2012

Building a Track Car – Time for a road trip to Bethania

The Internet has been a boon for those of us looking for ways to improve our rides. It has amazing search capabilities and its ability to aid in shopping can save a lot of heartache and gasoline. But sometimes it… Continue reading
January 5, 2012

Building a Track Car – Thoughts on the Miata

As I wait for more parts to arrive I am continually reviewing what needs to be done to the car to make it track worthy. There will no longer be a need for Air conditioning so I will remove all… Continue reading
December 30, 2011

Building a Track Car – Rear suspension on the Miata

The Miata project continues with more work on the rear suspension and drive train. The axles have proven to be a real sore point. They are held on to the hub with splines and these just did not want to… Continue reading
December 27, 2011

Track Car – More work on the Miata

The Miata track car project is making progress. One of the first things to accomplish was to remove the aftermarket anti-theft system that had been installed in the car. The last thing I needed was to have the anti-theft system… Continue reading
December 22, 2011

Building a Track Car – Miata Project Car

Parts have been ordered and many have shown up already. A lot of thought goes through just what to spend money on and how much. If this were a Spec Miata I would be somewhat limited in the modifications that… Continue reading
December 16, 2011

Building a Track Car – Miata Project Begins

Its been a while since my last track day and I’ve been itching to return to VIR and get some time in HPDE (High Performance Driving Education). While I certainly enjoyed the power and handling of the Evolution VIII MR… Continue reading
November 29, 2011

Circuit of the Americas is in Doubt, Could it be New Jersey’s Fault?

Is the Austin track doomed to become vapor ware? Only Bernie knows for sure and all the sounds he is making indicate that he is waiting for his Xmas stocking to be filled with a contract and money, lots… Continue reading
October 3, 2011

DeltaWing – will it fly at LeMans?

The DeltaWing car looks more like a land speed record challenger than a road racing vehicle, but that’s just what it is. Originally put forth as a contender for the Indy Racing League car replacement in 2012, it was just… Continue reading
September 13, 2011

Targa Newfoundland – Gander

After a very busy Monday in St. John’s the team has moved to Gander for two days of stages. Whew. Every day is a long one so I think the best thing I can do for all of you is… Continue reading