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08-13-2018, 09:30 PM | #1 |
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Need help 335i track car or e46 M3
I currently have a 2009 BMW 335i e90
So far I have done downpioes, jb4, and the bms intake. The more I drive the car and push it to it's limits the more I want to upgrade it and track it I have close to no track driving experience but already feel the need to upgrade a few things on my car to make it handle better My question is, would it be worth turning my 335i into a trackable daily or is it too much work? I know the 335i would be a fun track car under the right conditions like a lsd and redone cooling but is it very practical? I've read through a few forums talking about how it's hard to keep the n54 out of limp mode and the traction control cuts in too much along with numerous other negatives, are these worth trying to overcome or will it be too big of a job? So then I guess the question become is the 335i a good enough track car to be a reasonable daily or do I go ahead and buy an e36 or e46 m3 to start and build one of those into my track car Would I spend the same amount keeping my 335i track ready as I would just buying another car? My car already has 98k miles so I feel large repairs are on the way if I push it hard on a track Keep in mind I'm a beginner so I'm not sure what would be best for me I'm pretty handy with a wrench and would enjoy being able to work on the car myself if that makes a difference Appreciate any feedback!
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If you limp mode, you can add an oil cooler, but to be honest, driver mod is far more important, and will actually let you make an informed decision on what's next. My next recommendation would be Schroth Quick Fit harnesses. |
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If it's a while till the next HPDE (even if it's not BMWCCA sponsored, the guys on your local CCA facebook page should be able to point you in the right direction), try out an Autocross.
Don't worry about being a novice, everyone in the community will be receptive to a new gear head. You'll make some new friends in the process. |
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08-13-2018, 10:20 PM | #6 |
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Ignoring the driver mod, 350z HR. (2007+) Or 370z. Way better as track cars. Double wishbone up front, lighter, reliable, LSD, etc. The E46s are appreciating so I don't think it's the smartest idea to turn one into a track car unless you have big $$$.
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As said above, leave the car alone upgrade-wise and go and take a track school or do an autocross first and then track.
Other than making sure the car is safe to drive at speed (fresh brake fluid, enough meat on pads and rotors, plenty of rubber on tires, no wobbly suspension bits etc.), you don't need to do anything on the car. Then you will know how the car felt, how you felt and see how you want to proceed. Once you track your car, you will appreciate any new mod you do as you will feel its difference. There are always plenty of good folks at track willing to help out someone new, so don't be afraid to go and ask questions. Fast drivers are not always the ones with the most modified-looking cars. A few years back a guy at a local track was running circles (ok, almost) around big power cars with his stock Toyota Echo with nothing but slick tires and a sway bar. It was fun to watch. Good luck and enjoy the experience! |
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However, say I do love racing (which I'm sure I will), would it be smart to continue upgrading the 335i or do I go for an easier to handle car? My fear is that the 335 may be not suited for the track as well as an older M3 might be.
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That's a good point, might try to find an e36 I just love the bmws too much to get a z
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