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On the more pragmatic side, Ford has been campaigning the 3.5 twin turbo for several years at the top echelon of road racing (at least in the US) with good reliability. I don't think it has eclipsed the Chevy V8, but it's no slouch. And, we can only hope that Ford has vetted the platform...

We've moved past the Owner's Supplement kit a bit at this point, but I just received mine today; purchase made on 1/9/16. So, just over three months. As others have reported, it's a nice package with some good memorabilia. Even the packaging is well done. Bravo Ford.

Spring has been ordered!

Congrats on your first outing. Summit is a terrific complex, and the Jefferson circuit is even better now that it's been enlarged. Just wait till you get a chance to run on the main circuit! That track has something for every car. Which group did you run with? BTW, we're neighbors. I'm...

The quick consensus appears to be to replace the stock spring with the Steeda, rather than go with no spring or stay stock. Seems like a decent option at this point.

Tech Pack hero!

I've read a thread or two about folks immediately removing the spring for better feel, control and engagement. How has that been working out? I decided to keep mine in to begin with, and after several months and all the miles, I'm definitely getting tired of the lag in the middle of the range...

I haven't looked into custom lines in a while, but they're easily available. Goodridge is a respected manufacturer and is used by a lot of performance suppliers for Wilwood, AP, etc. I won't be surprised if a vendor puts a set together in short order. And, yes, a covered braided line is the...

The reason I ask is because, maybe, just maybe, in addition to fluid concerns (though OE Ford fluid is tougher than folks might expect) the front lines could be swelling a bit under increased heat and pressure, which would contribute to the "soft" feeling and "longer" pedal strokes some of you...

I should know this, but . . . what's the brake line construction? High quality SS lines, or a more typical OE rubber line?

Some good advice so far. A few more points to consider: If you use eyeglasses or plan to wear sunglasses, go for a helmet with a wider eye-port. Consider getting a helmet with removable lining for easier wash-ability (only you know how much you'll perspire . . .). Personally, I wear a Nomex...

The LB and RR are awesome colors! I agree that a LB R would make for terrific wrapping on an awesome package. Here's hoping that the take more care in the paint line with the new colors . . .

Thanks for tackling this! Was there anything tricky with wiring the pump and installing the switch?

Honestly, I don't recall the brand. Sorry.

And that assumes a lot of presence of mind by the driver and assumes a lot about how the car will react. No thank you on both counts.

I was having similar thoughts right-seating a student with a new M4 . . . Truly amazing what a world-class car can do to mask driving skill levels.

G-locks have been mentioned, and they do work to an extent to keep you firmly in your seat. I am not a personal fan and have broken them in the past! One option that folks might consider if they're concerned with head/neck restraint without a full harness is a hybrid unit like the Simpson...

I can't imagine ever applying the e-brake at high speed, nor would I recommend it. If that's something you choose to do, be prepared for the spin of the century and have an escape plan ready to evade the owners of the cars you took out in your uncontrolled spin and rebound off of whatever...

This may not be a helpful point of reference, but I opted to go with a ceramic coat only, for $1300. For that price, the car was clay barred, extensively polished, and 3 coats applied in a sealed room with plenty of curing time. Car looks fantastic--like a very deep gloss wax--and the smooth...

I've enjoyed many German performance cars on the street and track, and currently race a BMW. I've also enjoyed many Japanese performance cars and moved into the GT350 from a BRZ. So, I'd like to think I have a fairly broad perspective on where the GT 350 "fits" in the spectrum of performance...