I was able to outbrake similar sized cars running 13" brakes and 315\335s with my little 10.5" brakes and 275s at Gateway...and do it more comfortably and securely at the same time. The trick is having everything matched and working in sync with one another, geometry, shocks, springs, brakes, tires, etc...
Enjoy the ride Greg, not only are you going learn a ton but you are also going to get to reap the rewards after with an excellent handling car.
I do agree with Charley on one thing though, once you get it set up...do an event with an instructor in the car that can teach you how to get the most out of what you've got. That's what I've spent most of this year doing, working on the driver instead of the car...and it's really paying off.
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Lance
1985 Monte Carlo SS Street Car
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