KerryChadderton
New member
- Location
- Easton, MD
- Car(s)
- 08 MKV GTI
Hi Guys and Gals,
I’m new here. You guys seem to have great posts and level-headed responses, which can be rare on forums. That’s why I joined.
I’m looking for guidance. I’m a garage owner and amateur racer. A friend and I decided to dive into SCCA/NASA Solo 1 and maybe club racing later. Last year we started the adventure by entering a school and learning the right way. I have ITB experience but haven’t been on track for 13 years. He has no experience, which is why he contacted me. I am running a Porsche 944 and he is running a 08 MKV GTI 2.0 turbo. He has zero mechanical ability, nor aptitude, so I am his mechanic. Funny how that worked out, isn’t it?
Prior to the school I prepared his car. I upgraded the brake system and tires. I also flushed, changed, inspected, repaired and/or maintained every system. This is a low-mileage MKV in very good condition.
He is a great natural driver and got a good report from his instructors. So now we go to the next level. I have been asked to upgrade his car and he is giving me the authority to make the decisions. His main complaint is power. In fact he is over-driving the suspension a bit because of it. He has no complaints with traction, handling or ergonomics. However, keep in mind, he doesn’t have a lot of experience.
I’d like to give him some extra power, but also start building a solid foundation for a track car by making mods that can be improved upon over time, as well as addressing the weak points in this particular car. I have no experience with the MKV. From your specific experience what would you do next?
The budget for mods is $2,000 for this year. Maintenance is already covered.
Thanks so much for your input! -Kerry
I’m new here. You guys seem to have great posts and level-headed responses, which can be rare on forums. That’s why I joined.
I’m looking for guidance. I’m a garage owner and amateur racer. A friend and I decided to dive into SCCA/NASA Solo 1 and maybe club racing later. Last year we started the adventure by entering a school and learning the right way. I have ITB experience but haven’t been on track for 13 years. He has no experience, which is why he contacted me. I am running a Porsche 944 and he is running a 08 MKV GTI 2.0 turbo. He has zero mechanical ability, nor aptitude, so I am his mechanic. Funny how that worked out, isn’t it?
Prior to the school I prepared his car. I upgraded the brake system and tires. I also flushed, changed, inspected, repaired and/or maintained every system. This is a low-mileage MKV in very good condition.
He is a great natural driver and got a good report from his instructors. So now we go to the next level. I have been asked to upgrade his car and he is giving me the authority to make the decisions. His main complaint is power. In fact he is over-driving the suspension a bit because of it. He has no complaints with traction, handling or ergonomics. However, keep in mind, he doesn’t have a lot of experience.
I’d like to give him some extra power, but also start building a solid foundation for a track car by making mods that can be improved upon over time, as well as addressing the weak points in this particular car. I have no experience with the MKV. From your specific experience what would you do next?
The budget for mods is $2,000 for this year. Maintenance is already covered.
Thanks so much for your input! -Kerry