Got the car, got it inspected and registered without too much drama. Put 150 miles on in two days.
Description:
Visceral
Violent
Raw
Pure
Fun
It is what I expected. The perception of speed and acceleration is completely different than the Porsche I sold. Much more exciting and violent.
The engine runs well, runs at 80C when being aggressive, climbing to 90 sitting at a light. I believe that is 174-194F. The
oil runs below 100 (212F) most of the time so the
oil thermostat which opens at 215F is perfect for keeping the engine in the right operating range. All these numbers are at outside temp of 90F. Cruising in fifth it goes below 80C.
I have only taken it to 5K. Trying to get some miles on the Tremec. And some miles under my belt before I go nuts. First is a short shift, second will hold full throttle sometimes, third will hold full throttle most of the time. For the most part I am shifting at 4500 right now having a hard time imagining shifting at 5800.
I am impressed with the Michelin PS so far. They look good and are holding the power well.
Today which is day two of driving I had a little trouble with third. If you try and manipulate it in it gets "Notchie". The Olthoff video showing the open palm push is right on if you do that it goes right in.
I do have a bit of an
oil leak which I believe is a valve cover. I hope to resolve that soon since I store the car on a drive on lift and park underneath it.
I will have some photos and video soon. I am a little particular in this area so it will take some time.
I do want to mount a fire extinguisher on the back bulkhead between the seats.
I have not worked with a lot of fiberglass. Should I just use a sheet metal screw or should I through bolt?
There is a clear plastic fuel filter under the car I am also going to upgrade. Finally I am going to try black plastidip splats. If I don't like it they peal off no harm done. I'll likely end up with clear bra.
Finally what a PIA to wash. No wipping out the hose on that one.
So far so good it is what I expected, the wife also went for a ride and enjoyed it.
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Finally making some noise.
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