An F82 M4 auxiliary radiator fell out at Gingerman Raceway and soaked the brakes with coolant. Here’s what failed, why it happened, and the fix we’re planning.
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Budget M4: Small Jobs, Big Headaches
Time really flies when you're being productive. I've forgotten to sit down and write for you guys. I'll start with a quick update today, then break things down more systematically in the coming months. Take a walk with me through putting together some "simple" tasks that took way longer than expected. You know those “1-hour” … Continue reading Budget M4: Small Jobs, Big Headaches
S55 Crank Hub Explained: Failure, Fixes & Which to Buy
There I was lying on my back looking at this bronze colored crankhub, hoping that it was my eyes playing tricks on me. As the fluid from the uncovered pickup tube dripped onto my hoodie, I looked at my phone, which said that if I don't change this component, my car will explode and I'll … Continue reading S55 Crank Hub Explained: Failure, Fixes & Which to Buy
Prepping The S55: Oil Cooler, Brakes, and a Potential Problem
Judging by the first image, you would think that things aren't going well. You'd be wrong; this is just part of routine maintenance for an S55. The oil pan gasket on these engines is legendary for leaking just like its predecessors. One thing that's specific to the S55 cars is puncturing the oil coolers, so … Continue reading Prepping The S55: Oil Cooler, Brakes, and a Potential Problem
Nerd Talk: Baselining A Track Car 101
As they say, a failure to prepare is preparing to fail. And yet, a shocking number of our fellow track brethren completely ignore that. So today we're going over how to properly baseline your track car, because before you start growing as a driver or firing the parts cannon, you need to know where you're … Continue reading Nerd Talk: Baselining A Track Car 101
Meet the Competition: My Writers Challenge Rivals and Their Builds
You all did a great job. The M4 has changed my perception of BMW so far, but was it the best choice for our writers' challenge and showdown at the Ultimate Track Car Challenge? In this article, I will delve into my fellow writers and competitors and assess where their cars stand right now, before … Continue reading Meet the Competition: My Writers Challenge Rivals and Their Builds
Budget M4: Track Build Breakdown & What’s Next
Now that you know the weapon of choice, let's break down the one I actually found. This M4 took a few months to track down, which explains the gap after the Instagram poll. I was hunting for the cleanest M4 I could find under my rigid $30k cap. In this article, I'm doing a deep … Continue reading Budget M4: Track Build Breakdown & What’s Next
Quick Tech Tip: Do You Need an Oil Cooler?
You might think you always need an oil cooler for your track car, but that's not the case. Let's explore when it's essential and when it adds unnecessary complexity. Before making any modifications, it's crucial to test your setup. Resources like time and money are finite. Oil cooler kits can cost between $300 and $1500 … Continue reading Quick Tech Tip: Do You Need an Oil Cooler?
Up To Speed On Our S2000
Let's highlight things before things get a little "interesting." I picked this S2000 up in 2012. It had 127k miles and some signs that it wasn't up to par in maintenance, but it was $8,000 bucks, so it's best to take small losses and do the maintenance myself. It is a Honda, after all. Side … Continue reading Up To Speed On Our S2000
Build Journal E90: Intro/Weight Reduction
If you didn't know, we have many project cars. I can think of ten off the top of my head. With life being hectic and us being lazy with media, we have been doing you all an injustice. Starting today, I'll do my best to write about some of your projects, starting with our Gridlife … Continue reading Build Journal E90: Intro/Weight Reduction