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Old Jul 22, 2010 | 11:08 PM
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Hi, my name is scott. about 4 months ago i recently bought a 01 zo6. It has lg headers, blackwing, and tune. the car runs great, no probs at all. Im going to take the classes at willow springs soon. I would like to keep the motor, clutch, and driveline stock for now..to have more seat time. What classes can i go in? its a 80% daily driver. what are the first things to ugrade? brake cooling ducts, roll bar, harness, tires, what? Can anyone give me some tips where to start?

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Old Jul 23, 2010 | 11:50 AM
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I am a noob here but spent 5 years at Willow racing bikes and watching cars.

The weakest link on most street cars were always the brakes. I don't know if steel braided lines are required at this time but at least some fresh brake fluid and pads with decent life. Newer tires are good too.
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Old Jul 23, 2010 | 12:04 PM
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My first mod was brake upgrade. Eradispeed roters hawk pads and stainless steel braid lines
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ok, thats what i was thinking.. brakes and cooling ducts.
anyone know when you need a roll bar? i can get a 4 point bar installed or bk bar? ( my wife wants the bar)
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Old Jul 23, 2010 | 01:35 PM
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I found this thread below and it is full of good information. Some racer don't even use the expensive rotors. They say the centrics work well and are $50 a pop.

He covers the cooling ducts too.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/auto...e-learned.html

Good luck out there and have fun.
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