[joseyu]

Have been slowly buying some parts to modify the M2 ever since I got it in December and will finally get to drive the car tomorrow morning with most of the parts installed. I got a membership last year at the local track country club in Chicago (Autobahn) so this car will mostly be a track car plus driving to and from the track. Here is a list of parts that have been installed. Figured I should start a discussion since there has been a lot of different mod combinations being discussed recently and I should pitch in.

- Dinan intercooler
- Dinan resonator pipe delete
- Fabspeed catted downpipe
- Pure Turbo inlet pipe
- Evolution Racewerks oil cooler
- Evolution Racewerks charge pipes
- Eventuri intake

- M Performance coilovers
- Ground Control camber plates
- Dinan rear suspension links
- Dinan tension strut ball joint
- RKP corner braces

- AP Racing front BBK w/ Ferodo DS1.11 pads
- Ferodo DS1.11 rear pads
- Spiegler steel brake lines
- Castrol SRF brake fluid

All the parts have been installed except the brake related parts because I am still waiting for some stuff to arrive. Have setup an appointment early next week with ACF Performance to get the BM3 tune on my DME and then we will do a custom dyno tune for 93 octane. I did not have time to do a base dyno but will post the results after my dyno session on Wednesday. I believe the shop we will be at has a Mustang dynometer.

I am planning to stick with the stock wheels for now, but will be moving up to 255/35 and 275/35 sizes like the M3/M4. Right now I am undecided on whether I should go with the Bridgestone RE-71R or Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires. I have tracked with Michelin PSS tires before and they seemed fine for a few sessions but I have heard that they don't last very long on the track. Any input on this will be appreciated.

I also bought an Awron gauge for the car and will be installing it after I am done tuning the car. I am thinking a roll cage will be next and then maybe bigger turbos. What do you guys think?

[DrKevM5]

Sounds like an awesome build! Subscribed! But why are you waiting to install the Awron? It'll give a ton of pertinent info while tuning.

[joseyu]

Just how the schedules ended up working out. I think most of the info from the Awron will be available from the BM3 software.

Originally Posted by DrKevM5

Sounds like an awesome build! Subscribed! But why are you waiting to install the Awron? It'll give a ton of pertinent info while tuning.

[Wangspeed]

You'll probably need to upgrade the radiator.

[DelGriffith]

VERY impressive list of parts for what sounds like an awesome little track beast. No coding yet? Keep us posted on your favorite mods and bang for buck thoughts. Congrats!

[BurpZilla]

I took my car to Sebring a couple of times, had a total of ~2 hours of track time. Dude all you need is a pagid brake pads/stainless lines and your set. I did not upgrade anything else and 0 issues for me. My 2nd upgrade will be a bolt in harness, and my 3rd Ohlins. Will see what else I need after that :-)

[Wangspeed]

Originally Posted by BurpZilla

I took my car to Sebring a couple of times, had a total of ~2 hours of track time. Dude all you need is a pagid brake pads/stainless lines and your set. I did not upgrade anything else and 0 issues for me. My 2nd upgrade will be a bolt in harness, and my 3rd Ohlins. Will see what else I need after that :-)

You're running stock power levels. He is talking about increased boost.

[Pparana]

Originally Posted by joseyu

Have been slowly buying some parts to modify the M2 ever since I got it in December and will finally get to drive the car tomorrow morning with most of the parts installed. I got a membership last year at the local track country club in Chicago (Autobahn) so this car will mostly be a track car plus driving to and from the track. Here is a list of parts that have been installed. Figured I should start a discussion since there has been a lot of different mod combinations being discussed recently and I should pitch in.

- Dinan intercooler
- Dinan resonator pipe delete
- Fabspeed catted downpipe
- Pure Turbo inlet pipe
- Evolution Racewerks oil cooler
- Evolution Racewerks charge pipes
- Eventuri intake

- M Performance coilovers
- Ground Control camber plates
- Dinan rear suspension links
- Dinan tension strut ball joint
- RKP corner braces

- AP Racing front BBK w/ Ferodo DS1.11 pads
- Ferodo DS1.11 rear pads
- Spiegler steel brake lines
- Castrol SRF brake fluid

All the parts have been installed except the brake related parts because I am still waiting for some stuff to arrive. Have setup an appointment early next week with ACF Performance to get the BM3 tune on my DME and then we will do a custom dyno tune for 93 octane. I did not have time to do a base dyno but will post the results after my dyno session on Wednesday. I believe the shop we will be at has a Mustang dynometer.

I am planning to stick with the stock wheels for now, but will be moving up to 255/35 and 275/35 sizes like the M3/M4. Right now I am undecided on whether I should go with the Bridgestone RE-71R or Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires. I have tracked with Michelin PSS tires before and they seemed fine for a few sessions but I have heard that they don't last very long on the track. Any input on this will be appreciated.

I also bought an Awron gauge for the car and will be installing it after I am done tuning the car. I am thinking a roll cage will be next and then maybe bigger turbos. What do you guys think?

No cage unless you are towing it to the track, disaster on road if you are in a collision. Schroch has a quick fit harness, I use one, or get race seats for better containment. How much power do you want? Drag strip more power I guess, but It will not be usable on a road course with any street tire or that suspension ( still a street oriented suspension). 400- 450 hp is about the limit you can use on stock suspension and street tires, without replacing them every track day.

my 235 is about 400 at wheel, used in a similar circumstance (not a daily), has at least 10k track miles. I run Maxxis rc1, similar to Nitto nt01, with slick tread pattern, throw the wheels in the backseat and swap at track. No cage, because I drive it to the track. Point of the car was I got tired of the trailer for track days.

[joseyu]

Probably won't get the cage unless I end up storing the car at the track. I was looking at the Schroth harness and didn't see one specifically for the F8X M cars. Will the one for the E90 fit? After the tune, I am not sure if I ever need to go with the bigger turbos. 360 to 380 whp is probably what I am shooting for.

Just came back from a 50 mile drive with all the parts minus the brakes and I can say that the steering seems to be more responsive/sensitive, while the turn-in is more crisp. There is definitely more grip through a turn than before. Camber is currently set at -2.8 front and -2.5 rear. The ride is definitely stiffer, but we will need to calibrate that once the track opens in 6 weeks.

The turbo sound is really noticeable and I don't think I will be changing the exhaust. The downpipe, resonator delete and stock exhaust sounds pretty aggressive with plenty of pops and crackle. One thing to note about the oil cooler is that the piping that it comes with is slightly too short and causes a lot of rubbing so it maybe a point of failure in the future. It may be perfectly fine but my installer is very anal about stuff like this and recommended that we do some custom piping.

The car will be custom BM3 tuned on Wednesday and I should have more impressions by then.

[DrKevM5]

Originally Posted by joseyu

Probably won't get the cage unless I end up storing the car at the track. I was looking at the Schroth harness and didn't see one specifically for the F8X M cars. Will the one for the E90 fit? After the tune, I am not sure if I ever need to go with the bigger turbos. 360 to 380 whp is probably what I am shooting for.

Just came back from a 50 mile drive with all the parts minus the brakes and I can say that the steering seems to be more responsive/sensitive, while the turn-in is more crisp. There is definitely more grip through a turn than before. Camber is currently set at -2.8 front and -2.5 rear. The ride is definitely stiffer, but we will need to calibrate that once the track opens in 6 weeks.

The turbo sound is really noticeable and I don't think I will be changing the exhaust. The downpipe, resonator delete and stock exhaust sounds pretty aggressive with plenty of pops and crackle. One thing to note about the oil cooler is that the piping that it comes with is slightly too short and causes a lot of rubbing so it maybe a point of failure in the future. It may be perfectly fine but my installer is very anal about stuff like this and recommended that we do some custom piping.

The car will be custom BM3 tuned on Wednesday and I should have more impressions by then.

Schroth Quickfit harnesses for the F80/82 fit the M2.

[chrispraeger]

For more durable brake performance, you should think about brake cooling.

I think, that this here is the best product:
http://www.lightweight-titanauspuffa...mw-m2-f87.html

[DrKevM5]

Originally Posted by chris.praeger

For more durable brake performance, you should think about brake cooling.

I think, that this here is the best product:
http://www.lightweight-titanauspuffa...mw-m2-f87.html

Excellent find!

[chrispraeger]

Originally Posted by DrKevM5

Excellent find!

[joseyu]

Thanks! Do you have pictures of the installed product? Also, have you seen in the installation manual? I am wondering how much labor is involved with this.

Originally Posted by chris.praeger

For more durable brake performance, you should think about brake cooling.

I think, that this here is the best product:
http://www.lightweight-titanauspuffa...mw-m2-f87.html

[Rock Sweden]

Originally Posted by DrKevM5

Excellent find!

I bet this will fit your splitter perfectly. You got one from lightweight, right? How was that experience? your price compared to the listed price?

[chrispraeger]

Originally Posted by joseyu

Thanks! Do you have pictures of the installed product? Also, have you seen in the installation manual? I am wondering how much labor is involved with this.

If you like, I can ask Marc Mueller (owner of Lightweight) directly due to your question. I know him personally.

[DrKevM5]

Originally Posted by Rock Sweden

I bet this will fit your splitter perfectly. You got one from lightweight, right? How was that experience? your price compared to the listed price?

I do have the Lightweight splitter and I love it. Very simple but effective design. I placed an order inquiry and am awaiting a response. If anyone has additional information about this kit, I think it deserves a thread of its own because of its importance in track applications.

[DrKevM5]

Originally Posted by chris.praeger

If you like, I can ask Marc Mueller (owner of Lightweight) directly due to your question. I know him personally.

Please do!