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Forum: C7 ZR1 Discussion
05-06-2018, 11:24 AM
Replies: 505
Views: 47,497
Posted By MKDFW

Even if your 0.1 second assumption is correct,...

Even if your 0.1 second assumption is correct, that does not translate into 0.1 second of increased lap time per shift. Why? The car is moving while the shift is taking place.
Forum: C7 ZR1 Discussion
05-06-2018, 11:15 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 34,142
Posted By MKDFW

As for the “cheater” tires, I believe the...

As for the “cheater” tires, I believe the Corvette was first, followed by Dodge, Ford, Mercedes, Lamborghini, and now Porsche. All are now using R compund tires.

As for the GT3 RS, the lap time...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
05-06-2018, 11:00 AM
Replies: 5,570
Views: 815,497
Posted By MKDFW

Lou, you have been in business for a long time,...

Lou, you have been in business for a long time, and your company makes great products. As always, there will be naysayers (especially keyboard warriors). In this case, you have developed a solution...
Forum: C7 ZR1 Discussion
04-18-2018, 10:38 AM
Replies: 235
Views: 19,704
Posted By MKDFW

Well said. Just give me a car that can run for a...

Well said. Just give me a car that can run for a 30 minute session on a hot day, and the company/car has my respect. No excuses about brakes, engine, transmission etc. Everything else is a bench...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-08-2017, 10:07 PM
Replies: 5,570
Views: 815,497
Posted By MKDFW

You are referring to the 997 GT3. I should have...

You are referring to the 997 GT3. I should have been more specific, and stated that the coverage applies to the 991 GT3, and RS (MY 2014, and later).
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-08-2017, 07:26 AM
Replies: 5,570
Views: 815,497
Posted By MKDFW

The GT3, and GT3 RS are warranted for track use...

The GT3, and GT3 RS are warranted for track use as long as the owner adheres to the more stringent maintenance schedule specified in the "Driving on the Race Circuit" Manual.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
05-05-2017, 05:40 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 22,764
Posted By MKDFW

The AMG used "special tires", different from the...

The AMG used "special tires", different from the standard Cup 2 compound. They are available for the low price of 3950 EUR (about $4,340) for a set of 4.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
05-05-2017, 05:35 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 22,764
Posted By MKDFW

From Petevb on Rennlist: I see no reason to...

From Petevb on Rennlist:

I see no reason to invoke conspiracy with this new time. I figure a 1% improvement in power to weight ratio is worth about a bit under .2% laptime reduction at the Ring,...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
05-04-2017, 09:27 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 22,764
Posted By MKDFW

This is how it should be done

991.2 GT3


http://blog.caranddriver.com/2018-porsche-911-gt3s-nurburgring-lap-time-lops-12-seconds-from-old-gt3s-video/
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
08-09-2015, 07:56 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,559
Posted By MKDFW

It is possibly the most respected car magazine in...

It is possibly the most respected car magazine in the World, with the most capable drivers. This is a great showing for the Z06.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
08-08-2015, 10:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,676
Posted By MKDFW

My mother-in-law's cousin has a great uncle, and...

My mother-in-law's cousin has a great uncle, and he has a nephew who has a friend of a friend of a friend who said that he is on his fifth Z06 engine. He also confirmed that they also overheat when...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-20-2015, 05:07 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 14,947
Posted By MKDFW

According to him, if you listen to him right...

According to him, if you listen to him right after he passes the GT3 (only to be passed again), his exact phrase was "I am f*ck*ng flat out like a m*therf**ker". :cheers: He obviously thinks his...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-20-2015, 08:14 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 14,947
Posted By MKDFW

I think the GT-R driver thought he was about to...

I think the GT-R driver thought he was about to be rear ended, and simply drove off the track.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-20-2015, 08:04 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 14,947
Posted By MKDFW

I have the highest respect for the team that...

I have the highest respect for the team that programmed the PTM software, and the integration with the hardware. For this guy to drive the Z06 like that (I am being generous with my use of the word...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-19-2015, 11:03 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 14,947
Posted By MKDFW

From TkTk on Rennlist:

From TkTk on Rennlist:
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-14-2015, 10:01 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,370
Posted By MKDFW

Track configuration - in general, tracks with...

Track configuration - in general, tracks with long straights will result in lower water, and oil temperatures

Ambient temperature - obvious

Driving style - Given the monster torque of the...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-10-2015, 08:30 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 9,354
Posted By MKDFW

Why have all the factory aero in a car that WILL...

Why have all the factory aero in a car that WILL overheat when driven by talented drivers in high ambient temperatures?

As for the Nurburgring lap time, I am much more interested in the third, and...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-10-2015, 08:17 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 14,434
Posted By MKDFW

First, I am glad that you are OK. Second, you did...

First, I am glad that you are OK. Second, you did the right thing, and took some time off. Third, you are going to put this behind you, and enjoy life, and tracking again.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-08-2015, 09:57 PM
Replies: 5,570
Views: 815,497
Posted By MKDFW

Thanks. I agree with you that the C6 Z06 with...

Thanks. I agree with you that the C6 Z06 with the Z07 package is the track car to have. The 991 GT3 oil temperatures will exceed 250F when run aggressively in high ambient temperatures, but it just...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-08-2015, 09:27 PM
Replies: 5,570
Views: 815,497
Posted By MKDFW

OP: Thanks for the detailed post, with...

OP: Thanks for the detailed post, with supporting documentation. Which cars at the track handled the heat without any issues? I know the GT3 will run all day, but I am curious about other...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-07-2015, 10:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,218
Posted By MKDFW

Yes, I guess you can call it that... If that...

Yes, I guess you can call it that...

If that does not work, I turn on the hazard lights.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-07-2015, 09:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,218
Posted By MKDFW

Not really. Some people drive using the car in...

Not really. Some people drive using the car in front of them as the reference point. Do you ever wonder why you come upon two cars seperated by just a few feet on the freeway, in very light traffic...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-05-2015, 09:12 PM
Replies: 5,570
Views: 815,497
Posted By MKDFW

I don't know about Porsches, but he does own a...

I don't know about Porsches, but he does own a few Ferraris. Be careful about insulting other people without knowing who they are in real life...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-05-2015, 12:41 PM
Replies: 5,570
Views: 815,497
Posted By MKDFW

That is an incredible car in a beautiful blue. ...

That is an incredible car in a beautiful blue. Can you please let me know the exact color, and the Porsche color code?

Thanks.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-04-2015, 08:10 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,620
Posted By MKDFW

You can get close to the apex. It won't bite...

You can get close to the apex. It won't bite...
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