RB-GTE Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 This is my setup (excluding performance mods) 255 tyre front and 285 rear Ohlins coilovers Cusco front and rear strut bar Lance alighnment (although the shop that did it didn't do the exact specs, I'll have them corrected soon) Based on what I already have, what are some other upgrades I can make to increase my cornering and overall handling performance. Something that can make a noticeable difference. I know alighnment can make a big difference but I'd prefer one which results in having front and rear tyres flat on the ground to avoid uneven tread wear. What about sway bars? cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Reduce weight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrispot Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Reduce weight. how can tell you tell he's fat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldy Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 trd or titan sway bars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimojameso Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 What brand/model of tyres are you running? They make the biggest difference! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonkin Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Having your tyres setup to produce even tread wear will not give you the best handling/cornering setup. Its always a comprimise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 I know alighnment can make a big difference but I'd prefer one which results in having front and rear tyres flat on the ground to avoid uneven tread wear. Flat - when cornering or when driving in a straight line? You can't have both. One will produce better handling, the other better tyre wear. As said above - it's always a compromise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Whiffin Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Titan Motorsports anti roll bars Semi slick tyres Rear wing Weight loss Weld in roll cage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Tyres, brakes, weight and suspension. Once you've done this look at buying a TRD LSD, expensive but amazing upgrade. I'd speak to Chris Wilson before you go buying anything though, he knows more than ALL when it comes to setting a Supra up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Whiffin Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Tyres, brakes, weight and suspension. Once you've done this look at buying a TRD LSD, expensive but amazing upgrade. I'd speak to Chris Wilson before you go buying anything though, he knows more than ALL when it comes to setting a Supra up. We know a thing or too about what's needed, 5 years of Time Attack and racing Supra's help Trd diffs are a bit of a dinosaur these days, still better than stock but if you want the best diff for track diff look no further than an OS Giken type X. I went from a TRD to OS diff on my Time Attack car and noticed a massive difference in traction coming out of corners. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littler Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 It's pretty much bin covered lower the unsprung and sprung weight, have a proper geo setup, good tyres, make sure the suspension hasn't got any seized bolts to stop adjustment an have a good brakes setup, and also something ill be testing out soon will be some Titan arb's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littler Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 We know a thing or too about what's needed, 5 years of Time Attack and racing Supra's help Trd diffs are a bit of a dinosaur these days, still better than stock but if you want the best diff for track diff look no further than an OS Giken type X. I went from a TRD to OS diff on my Time Attack car and noticed a massive difference in traction coming out of corners. Would this be the diff that Steve has up for sale as I'm looking at uprating the diff. But I was originally thinking of going the trd route? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Whiffin Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Would this be the diff that Steve has up for sale as I'm looking at uprating the diff. But I was originally thinking of going the trd route? Yes mate, the very same, buy it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB-GTE Posted October 10, 2012 Author Share Posted October 10, 2012 (edited) What brand/model of tyres are you running? They make the biggest difference! Wheels are 19" CE28 Hankook Ventus EVO V12 tyres Having your tyres setup to produce even tread wear will not give you the best handling/cornering setup. Its always a comprimise True enough but I don't do any competitive tracking. I might hit the track 1 or 2 times a year at most. This is mostly a street toy. I want the longevity of my tyres since 19" were pricey. I am already satisified with the ride and feel of my MKIV. I'm just looking to make some improvements. I'll start with the sway bars As for weight loss, I could drop just a little I just did the basics so far such as removing spare wheel and all the useless trunk accessories. Edited October 10, 2012 by RB-GTE (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Whiffin Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Wheels are 19" CE28 Hankook Ventus EVO V12 tyres True enough but I don't do any competitive tracking. I might hit the track 1 or 2 times a year at most. This is mostly a street toy. I want the longevity of my tyres since 19" were pricey. I am already satisified with the ride and feel of my MKIV. I'm just looking to make some improvements. I'll start with the sway bars As for weight loss, I could drop just a little I just did the basics so far such as removing spare wheel and all the useless trunk accessories. What diff do you have? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB-GTE Posted October 10, 2012 Author Share Posted October 10, 2012 Flat - when cornering or when driving in a straight line? You can't have both. One will produce better handling, the other better tyre wear. As said above - it's always a compromise. when driving in a straight line! - - - Updated - - - What diff do you have? Stock differential. Also it's a 97 TT 6-speed BPU 400bhp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littler Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Wheels are 19" CE28 Hankook Ventus EVO V12 tyres True enough but I don't do any competitive tracking. I might hit the track 1 or 2 times a year at most. This is mostly a street toy. I want the longevity of my tyres since 19" were pricey. Depending on how far you want to go moving to a 18" wheel can improve handling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Wheels are 19" CE28 Hankook Ventus EVO V12 tyres True enough but I don't do any competitive tracking. I might hit the track 1 or 2 times a year at most. This is mostly a street toy. I want the longevity of my tyres since 19" were pricey. I am already satisified with the ride and feel of my MKIV. I'm just looking to make some improvements. I'll start with the sway bars As for weight loss, I could drop just a little I just did the basics so far such as removing spare wheel and all the useless trunk accessories. If you do speak to Chris Wilson, don't mention the 19" wheels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Whiffin Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 when driving in a straight line! - - - Updated - - - Stock differential. Also it's a 97 TT 6-speed BPU 400bhp. Definately worth upgrading then, Tomei do a nice diff as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedrosixfour Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 I'll have a nearly new Whiteline rear ARB (3 way adjustable) available very soon. Quickest bloody way to dial out understeer I've ever seen! Let me know if you're interested, it'll save me putting up a sale thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littler Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 if you do speak to chris wilson, don't mention the 19" wheels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 when driving in a straight line! Give up then, if you don't have any camber it will make very limited difference regardless what else you put on the car; you'll never corner well and fast (not compared to a car with even just a degree or so of camber). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB-GTE Posted October 10, 2012 Author Share Posted October 10, 2012 Depending on how far you want to go moving to a 18" wheel can improve handling Yes I've experienced everything on the MK4. 16" (on a TT with small brakes), 17", 18", and 19". I mostly went with them for the looks but kept performance in mind, got a good deal on the CE28 which are light wheels. I'll have a nearly new Whiteline rear ARB (3 way adjustable) available very soon. Quickest bloody way to dial out understeer I've ever seen! Let me know if you're interested, it'll save me putting up a sale thread! Anti roll bar? thanks I'll give it some thought! So on my list now is Anti roll bar and some sway bars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 We know a thing or too about what's needed, 5 years of Time Attack and racing Supra's help Trd diffs are a bit of a dinosaur these days, still better than stock but if you want the best diff for track diff look no further than an OS Giken type X. I went from a TRD to OS diff on my Time Attack car and noticed a massive difference in traction coming out of corners. I found that 'dinosaur' to be very effective on the road, but as you well know a good track diff can be a pig on our roads, and a good road diff won't offer the best performance on a track. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedrosixfour Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Anti roll bar? thanks I'll give it some thought! So on my list now is Anti roll bar and some sway bars Sway bars are anti roll bars (ARBs) mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.