Set up a Race Car
Setting up a race car is cool because you get to customize your car using your own choices to make something you like! This article should be a good start to building a race car.
Steps
- Find a cheap, used car (Sedan or mini-van).
- Replace parts with original racing parts (e.g. Exedy Clutch, HKS Exhaust).
- Replace pistons with forged pistons.
- Install turbo to increase power.
- Replace the exhaust with larger pipes.
- Adjust the air filter to apply maximum power.
- Change the batteries with OPTIMA Redtop Batteries.
- Replace headers for a good look, if you'd like.
- Replace The wheels with Alloy Wheels to reduce weight (preferably 20" Rims).
- Replace tires with performance tires to increase traction.
- Install spoiler to increase traction.
- Install Nitrous Oxide to increase power. (Beware, this is illegal in many places, especially in the U.S. Check state laws.)
- Replace clutch with a racing clutch (e.g. Exedy Racing Clutch).
- Replace suspension for comfort.
- Replace the brakes with Disc Brakes to increase braking performance.
- Install a body kit to increase traction due to enhanced aerodynamics (and for good looks).
Tips
- A Mechanic should be trustworthy
- Suggested Brands:
- Clutch And Transmission: EXEDY Racing Clutch
- Turbo : HKS
- Exhaust: Rays Sebring or HKS Exhaust
- Pistons: HKS
- Spoiler: GT Wing
- Batteries: Optima Batteries
- Headers: NOS or HKS
- Wheels: Rays Engineering
- Performance Tire: TOYO PROXES TR1 Tires
- Suspension: HKS or Bilstein
- Brakes: Brembo, Wilwood
- You could hire some friends who know how to fix vehicles to save money from auto repair shops.
- Parts To be bought should be original racing parts to increase engine durability
Warnings
- Don't test drive in public places. Speeding is often followed by tickets.
- Wear safety gear at all times.
Things You'll Need
- Knowledge of Cars
- Friends who know Cars
- Mechanic
- Tools
- Money
- A second-hand car
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