tC on a Diet

[navylife59]

*****Looking for inputs/insight on helping the tC shed weight, yet still be streetable. Once enough inputs are garnished, this thread will be reformated/moved to the how-to section. It will be divided into 3 sections; race trim, street-trim, and bolt-on*****

Bolt-on[*]Lightweight axle-back[*]Lightweight flywheel[*]Lightweight crank/alt/H2O pullies[*]Lightweight header[*]Cross-drilled/slotted OEM sized rotors[*]Change wheels to 1-piece type like Gram-lites.[*]Lightweight Oddessy battery[*]CF hood, fenders, hatch[*]Short-ram intake[*]CF roof panels[*]Lightweight motor mounts (x4)

Race Only[*]Remove floor mats[*]Remove all passenger seats[*]Empty rear cargo hatch area[*]Remove radio[*]Remove center console[*]Remove glovebox[*]Remove carpet and sound deadner panels[*]Race with only 1/4 tank of gas[*]Drain windshieldwasher reservoir

Street Trim[*]Nitrogen in your tires, instead, of heavier air[*]Leave out the ICE[*]Remove counter weight located behind 3rd brake light inside of hatch[*]Counter-balance weight on manual transmission shift quadrant[*]Front/Rear Marine Tie-Down Hooks[*]Weights on motor mounts

Most of these are easy to remove and replace. Every ounce removed adds up. Please keep in mind that we don't need to be removing any parts that jeopardize safety.

[StreetracerJay]

Good to know.

[Nick06tC]

I saw a write up of a guy who in a day, dropped 170 ( or so) pounds at zero cost in money form. The rear seats alone weigh in at like 60 lbs.

[StreetracerJay]

I want a C/F hood but still dont know what is the best brand. Im thinking Vis.

[navylife59]

I have heard good and bad things about VIS. A large majority of the CF vendors out there get their product from China. That is not necessarily a bad thing, but quality control could be an issue at times, aka one hood will fit perfectly and another will have warpage or gaps. Problem with these companies is they usually don't see your hood till it comes from the port. They usually impose a "once you buy it, your screwed" policy so be sure to read up on their agreements.

I, along with others, are in the same situation as you. We want CF parts but are unsure of who has a quality product and a substantial reputation. Instead of creating another thread, let's use this one to discuss good and bad aspects of CF companies; suppliers/vendors. We can sticky these out later.

[navylife59]

Great news for those looking to loose weight the CF way, especially those wanting a VIS CF hood. Jotech Motorsports, after a lil prodding by me, has stepped up to the plate and offered a group buy-in exclusive only for Club-tC members. Read more about it in the Hot Deals and Specials section.

[Nick06tC]

if you want to save alot of weight. There are CF fenders, door shells, roof, and trunk available for the tC. You can save 200 or so pounds that way.

[navylife59]

Who sells the door shells?

[Nick06tC]

kaminari has them for special order only. I dont have a link tho. I dont know a weight savings, but I imagine ALOT!

[hotrice]

yeah what the hell is the deal with doors man those damn things are uber heavy.

[tristan_the_trout]

Originally Posted by StreetracerJay

I want a C/F hood but still dont know what is the best brand. Im thinking Vis.

SEIBON Carbon is about the best you're going to find actually.. Coincidentally the place i went to mentioned them for the hood when i was asking about anyone making a trunk. said they actually have a really good discount through them,(mentioned being an authorized dealer which is nice)so i'm thinking i might try to save up for that. .i"M having a tough time deciding, weight, or power?

-=tristan=-

[navylife59]

Weight is the primary concern for stock or any N/A app. Overall it will affect vehicle performance in the turns and off the line. Once you start building power, you will need to address the traction issue. Stock does not really see a traction issue. A good set of rubber in the front will alleviate it at that power level.