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I generally shift up/down through the gears without the clutch when just on casual drives. However, the trans needs to be warm. At first with the clutch, that 1st to 2nd was a bit hard to master due to the hydraulic system, the narrow ratios and a new clutch disc; also gets easier with a warm...

Which CoverCraft cover (e.g., Block-it-380; Noah)?

I believe the offset will stay the same since the added width is on the inside. The backspacing will change by the amount added to the wheel.

Wheel weights for each size?

Yeah - not certain I like it. As far as legal action goes, anyone can sue for anything. "Having a case" is up to the trier of fact. Hardly any defendant tries a vexatious litigation defense. With that said, let's say Ford takes a "harassing" stance on this; to send a message or whatever...

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I started Autocross years ago on all-weathers - think they were 400s or something. Kept moving up to stickier rubber as money allowed. Had 270 rubber on the Cobra and switched them to the 86. The lack of maximum traction permits one to learn other car control techniques (weight shifting...

I've using a 2-ton aluminum racing jack for nearly 20 years. No problem lifting and holding trucks, vans and the lighter cars. However, you always want to support the vehicle with jack stands. That one finally lost a seal so I converted it to a tranny jack; works fine for that load...

FWIW, I've been using this calculator for wheel fitment and planning. Remember, it's a tool only.

Have to remove the battery cover every time I go through tech so they can test the security of the battery mount. Had mine off an on so many times that the pins are pretty much there for looks. Would be nice to find a fastener that doesn't heat soak (burn my fingers), is a bit more robust and...

According to my research the 350s have a narrower rear track than the non-350 GTs - by about an inch. The non-350 GTs have way too much rear track compared to the front. This difference would have an impact on push and over-steer. We want wider front track to counter push. Depending on the...

All the above is good stuff, except maybe not moving your hands. General rule, don't cross center. Always keep hands as close to 9/3 as possible (not locked in stone) which requires some shuffling, As noted practice on the street. Practice the limo stop. This will help you learn threshold...

Wheels are hub centric not stud centric. So, bulge nuts would do the trick.

What are the motion ratios front and rear? Discussing spring rates without knowing wheel rate is nearly a waste. One can sort of guess but knowing the actual ratio is required for the math. For example, I ran 750 conventional rates in front and 900 in the rear on my 01 Cobra. Wheel rates and...

As a novice, the general rule is you can't pass unless you get a point-by; and then only on straights. Don't worry about bang-ups. All the novice guys worry about that so it becomes a non-issue. I've only seen one crash at an HPDE and that was an "advanced" driver doing stupid stuff.

K&N drop in; wheel spacers.

I'm the outcast in my neighborhood. Not a new Mustang in sight. Bimmers, Benzs, Audis, Volvos and a 68 GT. None in the lot at my office. I see one regularly on my commute home and the occasional one here and there including a white GT350R. Seems to be pretty rare despite the location...

Did a school about two months ago. Pretty insightful. That school was the second time I had the car on an AX course. We took a lunch break so a chair and shade were nice to have. Didn't seem to have a second gear problem even with the instructors driving. This was a long course as is...

Camber is supposed to be measured with the weight on the car; caster too. Hence, for this sort of angle gauge, use some sort of bridge on the hub/spindle for the magnet (socket comes to mind). Or buy a CC gauge. If you go the latter be sure you anticipate the larger wheels. Some mounts only...

The experience I had on my 01 Cobra was the so-called 4-wheel alignment was a joke. The car was lowered 1.5" and not once was there evidence they did adjustments to the rear. Frankly, most aren't all that great on the front beyond spec adjustment. At $60 - $90 each is why I bought the strings...