1970 Camaro-Purpose Built Auto Cross - Page 12 - Lateral-g Forums

**Matt@BOS** · #**111** 03-05-2014, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Mac&Otto

Anyone out there have a nice set of seats for my camaro? I'm looking for a low back style seat that has some side support that keeps you in the seat and accepts harnesses.I'm not a fan of the typical high back racing style seat that tend to get real wide around your head and shoulders. If anyone has a used set or any suggestions, let me know.

Thanks, Cal.

Cal, are you thinking something similar to the Recaros in Paul's second gen, but with more bolstering for the track, or are you thinking somewhere along the lines of a vintage looking bucket seat for racing.

I like these for vintage. When you're down in SoCal you want to stop by Sube Sports. I went to buy a driving suit and ended up sitting in all of their various display seats.

http://www.subesports.com/products/c...ra/prodID/1986

Mac&Otto · #**112** 03-06-2014, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt.A

Cal, are you thinking something similar to the Recaros in Paul's second gen, but with more bolstering for the track, or are you thinking somewhere along the lines of a vintage looking bucket seat for racing.

I like these for vintage. When you're down in SoCal you want to stop by Sube Sports. I went to buy a driving suit and ended up sitting in all of their various display seats.

http://www.subesports.com/products/c...ra/prodID/1986

I like the Recaro's but don't necessarily need a high end leather seat for a car without interior and door glass. On the other hand, I like the look of the Cobra you sent me but I do want a seat that has some adjustability for drivers other than me. I haven't done much research but maybe I'm hoping for something that's not available.

Thanks, Cal.

Mac&Otto · #**113** 03-07-2014, 07:52 PM

Here's a question I hope someone can answer. How do I choose the correct brakes for my application? My car is strictly autocross and should weigh in around 2800 lbs. I'm running the full detroit speed catalog of suspension, LS3 525, 18x12 and 18x10 with BFG's. I've heard several suggestions on what to run and not one suggestion has been the same. I've had different suggestions within the same manufacture. I've been told to use 14", 13", 12", performance level, race only, booster, no booster and I'm struggling to commit to anything. Anyone have a suggestion or individual I can contact that can walk me through this. Lots of guys can sell you brakes, but few can really walk you through a detailed/educated reasoning for the application. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks, Cal.

**GregWeld** · #**114** 03-07-2014, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Mac&Otto

Here's a question I hope someone can answer. How do I choose the correct brakes for my application? My car is strictly autocross and should weigh in around 2800 lbs. I'm running the full detroit speed catalog of suspension, LS3 525, 18x12 and 18x10 with BFG's. I've heard several suggestions on what to run and not one suggestion has been the same. I've had different suggestions within the same manufacture. I've been told to use 14", 13", 12", performance level, race only, booster, no booster and I'm struggling to commit to anything. Anyone have a suggestion or individual I can contact that can walk me through this. Lots of guys can sell you brakes, but few can really walk you through a detailed/educated reasoning for the application. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks, Cal.

YOU pick up the phone and call --- Tobin @ Kore3 --- or Willwood -- or Baer

They are the brake experts and will be able to share all manor of great info with you for exactly what you need/want/budget for etc

Mac&Otto · #**115** 03-07-2014, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by GregWeld

YOU pick up the phone and call --- Tobin @ Kore3 --- or Willwood -- or Baer

They are the brake experts and will be able to share all manor of great info with you for exactly what you need/want/budget for etc

I did call Willwood and Baer. They seem a long ways apart from each other on the type/level of brakes I need. I haven't called Tobin @ Kore 3 but will. I know these are the experts but the suggested brake packages seem so far apart it makes you second guess what is the correct application.

Vince@Meanstreets · #**116** 03-07-2014, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Mac&Otto

I did call Willwood and Baer. They seem a long ways apart from each other on the type/level of brakes I need. I haven't called Tobin @ Kore 3 but will. I know these are the experts but the suggested brake packages seem so far apart it makes you second guess what is the correct application.

Call Tobin, He'll run you through what you will need. Get a comfy chair, a note pad and a tall cup of coffee ready.

I'll toss in a dime, since its a track car, look at the rotor and pads a serious wear item that you will replace frequently. A set of $300 rotors might not be a good choice. That why I love factory stuff or at least an aftermarket company that uses it.

Mac&Otto · #**117** 03-07-2014, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Vince@MSperfab

Call Tobin, He'll run you through what you will need. Get a comfy chair, a note pad and a tall cup of coffee ready.

I'll toss in a dime, since its a track car, look at the rotor and pads a serious wear item that you will replace frequently. A set of $300 rotors might not be a good choice. That why I love factory stuff or at least an aftermarket company that uses it.

Thanks. I'll get a hold of him. I also like the factory stuff for some things, after all, they spent millions on R&D on their components.

Cal

71RS/SS396 · #**118** 03-08-2014, 04:37 AM

If you're going to do strictly auto-x then the C6 Z51 Kore 3 brakes are plenty of brake for that. I would stick with a floating caliper in the rear with a non floating axle to combat knock back.

The manual vs power is really a preference imo, I prefer power brakes because I find it easier to finesse the pedals when your not using so much leg effort on the brake pedal.

Mac&Otto · #**119** 03-08-2014, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by 71RS/SS396

If you're going to do strictly auto-x then the C6 Z51 Kore 3 brakes are plenty of brake for that. I would stick with a floating caliper in the rear with a non floating axle to combat knock back.

The manual vs power is really a preference imo, I prefer power brakes because I find it easier to finesse the pedals when your not using so much leg effort on the brake pedal.

Knock back is one of my concerns. I have experienced that in the Silver car and want to avoid it if possible. Thanks Tim.

Cal

**GregWeld** · #**120** 03-08-2014, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Mac&Otto

I did call Willwood and Baer. They seem a long ways apart from each other on the type/level of brakes I need. I haven't called Tobin @ Kore 3 but will. I know these are the experts but the suggested brake packages seem so far apart it makes you second guess what is the correct application.

Okay -- Didn't know if you'd spoken with the experts or not.