I will be running at a NASA HPDE at sears point this weekend and I was wondering if anyone can give me some setup tips for a stock EVO (i.e. tire pressures)?

 

Some good advice I can give you is to change the stock brake pads before running on the track. I ran my stock brembo pads last week at Limerock Park and they seemed fine while racing but on the street they are very soft know.

 

Thanks for the advice it is appreciated !!

 

Drop the pressures slightly, I found 32 front and 35 rear "HOT" psi to be a good starting point.

 

I'd agree with the brake pad idea. Get some Green or Red EBC pads. (if you can find them) Probably too late.

As for tire pressure. You'll have to experement with that. You normally don't want to have more than 2lbs difference front to back. When doing air pressure adjustments. Only go in 1 or 2 pound increments.

FYI, if you need any help, stop by A.I.M Tire or give them a call. Ron is the owner and he is sharp as a tack on car set-up. He may not be there this weekend, but his shop is Unit 7A at the track. Just ask for AIM tire. Tell him Todd from Frisby's sent you.

 

Actually tire pressure depends on the type of tire that you're using. I would actually recommend running a higher hot pressure to start with, as it would prevent sidewall roll. HPDE sessions are not too long so you probably don't have to run any brake ducts though it would probably be a good idea if you're already pretty good at driving and expect to push the car quite hard. Also, bleed your brakes and put in some good fluid. Then there's also the pads.

Most importantly though... Be safe, have fun, ask your instructor questions, and learn a lot!

 

OMG Thats low press in the front!!! I run 40 F 37 R hot and it bites great, and helps eliminate how much the EVO pushes