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R50/53 Infineon trackday video..

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Old Oct 23, 2010 | 09:16 AM
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Infineon trackday video..

I had such a blast in the mini. It was the first time out since I purchased it.
The car ran perfect.
Video http://vimeo.com/16101253 part 1
http://vimeo.com/16120333 part 2


The only thing I would like to ask. How and what can I do to get a little more power in lower RPM.

the mod are.
17% alta.
Miltek
alta cai
alta diver.
OS Giken Cluch
OS Giken LSD
Cross Suspension
Alta control arms
Alta rear sway
Poly Bushing.
 

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Old Oct 23, 2010 | 09:17 PM
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Your video brings back fond memories. I ran my MCS with a bunch of Porsches during one of their club meets a few years ago at our local SCCA track. I didn't pass any of them either, but I sure had fun trying . Actually, a track-equipped MCS will give the honorable 944 a run for its money.

Low-end torque is elusive on small displacement motors that build power on high revs like the R53 Tritec does. The newest ('11) R56 engine produces considerably more low-end torque using variable valve timing and fancy turbo boost management.

Your R53 is nicely equipped. I believe a tuner (like RMW) would recommend replacing your cam with one designed for more low-mid range. Of course you'll sacrifice some top end as well, but this may be a reasonable trade off.
 
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Old Oct 26, 2010 | 05:21 PM
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Any pictures of your car? It looks like you have a Porsche GT3-esque theme going?
 
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Old Oct 26, 2010 | 07:21 PM
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nice vids
 
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Old Oct 27, 2010 | 08:05 AM
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New cam and bigger injectors, and most importantly a new tune. Made a big difference in my low to mid range power. Cool video!!
 
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Old Oct 27, 2010 | 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by FlzRider
Any pictures of your car? It looks like you have a Porsche GT3-esque theme going?


here is some pro pic from "gotbluemilk"

http://gotbluemilk.com/web101019/18/index.html
 
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Old Oct 31, 2010 | 11:00 PM
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Fun video, your lines looked pretty good, couldn't tell much about your shift points, but they sounded pretty good also.
 
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