We here mention 3 things that can improve road holding and reduce your lap times when doing trackdays. Correct corner weight set up: When placing your car on 4 gages the diagonal loads must be the same with the driver in the seat. This means the load of front left and rear right must be …
Majority of track day enthusiasts overlook the benefits of featherweight lithium batteries, due to the higher purchasing price without thinking of the long-term savings. The use of lithium batteries in cars is increasing rapidly. Old-school lead-acid batteries are being replaced by lithium power batteries to improve charge and discharge performance, save weight, save space, increase …
Long term savings with Lithium Phosphate battery. Read More »
It’s a well-known fact that boosting an engine increases hp. Many comments have been added to the discussion of turbo vs. supercharger. Both are able to increase hp beyond the thermal and mechanical limits of the engine. In this month’s Tech Tip we only concentrate on what is best for your trackday car. Most drivers …
Titanium is an exceptional material for fasteners, not only is it stronger than steel but it also exhibits several other great properties including corrosion resistance and being lightweight. At TDE we use Titanium fasteners wherever possible, including the bespoke CCM brake kits. In regard to its mechanical properties, titanium is held in high regard due …
Using new brakes aggressive can cause a sudden soft pedal, why is that? The question is often asked when people install new calipers and expect a hard pedal even after heavy use. The most common reason for a soft brake pedal is simply that the brakes has not been properly bleeded and some air is …
Why can I have a soft brake pedal with brand new calipers? Read More »