The Random E46/ZHP Question Thread

[stephenkirsh]

My dad is asking. He's doing brakes soon and is thinking of doing an HPDE1 with me. Thx guys

[derbo]

My dad is asking. He's doing brakes soon and is thinking of doing an HPDE1 with me. Thx guys

For a first time out, I wouldn't worry about it. My cousin doesn't cook his OE pads when he tracks. I cooked it on my first outing so I think its also how comfortable your dad will be pushing the car to it's limits.

[BADCLOWN]

I just found out last week that my car doesnt have a spare in it. Did our cars come with a full size steel wheel spare? Does a 5th style 135 fit in there?

[UdubBadger]

I'd recommend at least aftermarket pads if he's switching.

Akebono, Stoptech performance, hawk HPS...

If you think he might do it more look into hawk HP+ as they will be better on track but still warm up well on street.

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[Ssparrow]

Getting ready to change my tranny and diff fluid, six speed manual. Any recommendations on which fluid to use? Seen this sticker on the trans


Thinking of going with this route for the tranny

http://www.ecstuning.com/ES2597235/

But what about the diff? Thanks guys!
Also, should I change the plugs just to be safe or is it not really needed?

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[Hermes]

Yup, get MTL. For the diff get 75-90 or Kendall 80-90

When were the plugs last changed? Appx 60k is the interval that they should be done

[az3579]

Anybody used OEM brake pads for autox or track duty? This would be on a DD that gets tracked super rarely.

Depends on how hard he drives it. Personally I would never fathom using OE pads on the track. Squishy brakes is a miserable experience. If he takes it easy he should be OK.

I'd recommend at least aftermarket pads if he's switching.

Akebono, Stoptech performance, hawk HPS...

If you think he might do it more look into hawk HP+ as they will be better on track but still warm up well on street.

GoingHAM mobile

The only way HP+ pads are streetable is if you use them to drive to the event, perform, drive back, and immediately swap them out. HP+ pads squeal loud enough under everyday use to make your ears bleed.


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[johnrando]

I just found out last week that my car doesnt have a spare in it. Did our cars come with a full size steel wheel spare? Does a 5th style 135 fit in there?

Mine came with that donut spare. I think an 8.0 225 wheel/tire combo fit. (But not in my vert unfortunately - at least not flat).

[Ssparrow]

Yup, get MTL. For the diff get 75-90 or Kendall 80-90

When were the plugs last changed? Appx 60k is the interval that they should be done

As far as I know the fluid has never been changed. I'll just go ahead and change em.

One more question, torque for the plugs on the tranny and diff?

Thanks!


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[UdubBadger]

Getting ready to change my tranny and diff fluid, six speed manual. Any recommendations on which fluid to use? Seen this sticker on the trans


Thinking of going with this route for the tranny

http://www.ecstuning.com/ES2597235/

But what about the diff? Thanks guys!
Also, should I change the plugs just to be safe or is it not really needed?

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Thats what I used, Redline all the way. I went 75-90 with my M for the diff. Remember to replace the bolt/plugs too.