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<blockquote data-quote="TXPD" data-source="post: 8371396" data-attributes="member: 46922"><p>Let me add a few things that I learned when new and sometimes the hard way.</p><p></p><p>Wheels: Its more important that what you think. If you are running 17's get at least one set of R58 Cobra R wheels. They are meant for racing moreso than your chromies. They are plentiful and reasonably cheap. If looks are important, you can still get them new.</p><p></p><p>Mods: Stop. Unless its for safety or for reliability, don't touch the car again til you have a lot of laps. The more goodies on your car and the more goodies you put on your car, the harder it is to get the car right and the harder it is to figure out if problems are you or the car. For instance incorrect technique can make your car loose in the corners as likely as the car's set up making it loose. Its hard to improve if you are not sure which is which.</p><p></p><p>The Basics: I think you will find that getting the most out of your car will be found in basic things like tires, shocks and springs. The right tire choice and attention to tire pressure is the first step. Your tires will tell you if your car is handling correctly and if they have the correct pressures in them to start. You can fix or at least improve an ill handling car by small changes in the air pressure.</p><p></p><p>Take your time: Don't be in a hurry. Baby steps are the best way to go. Whether it your driving or your car building. Take one step at a time.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="TXPD, post: 8371396, member: 46922"] Let me add a few things that I learned when new and sometimes the hard way. Wheels: Its more important that what you think. If you are running 17's get at least one set of R58 Cobra R wheels. They are meant for racing moreso than your chromies. They are plentiful and reasonably cheap. If looks are important, you can still get them new. Mods: Stop. Unless its for safety or for reliability, don't touch the car again til you have a lot of laps. The more goodies on your car and the more goodies you put on your car, the harder it is to get the car right and the harder it is to figure out if problems are you or the car. For instance incorrect technique can make your car loose in the corners as likely as the car's set up making it loose. Its hard to improve if you are not sure which is which. The Basics: I think you will find that getting the most out of your car will be found in basic things like tires, shocks and springs. The right tire choice and attention to tire pressure is the first step. Your tires will tell you if your car is handling correctly and if they have the correct pressures in them to start. You can fix or at least improve an ill handling car by small changes in the air pressure. Take your time: Don't be in a hurry. Baby steps are the best way to go. Whether it your driving or your car building. Take one step at a time. [/QUOTE]
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