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Originally Posted by Electron Mike
Nice driving! I'm a former GT4 track rat looking forward to my first track outing in my 2018 ZL1 next month. Any issues with brake fade or oil/transmission/coolant temps?
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Thanks. No issue whatsoever. Brake travel got a little longer after the first session but I think it was due to not bedding the brakes prior to the event. The brakes are really phenomenal even with the stock pads and I didn't experience any fade. I do have a set of Ferodo DS1.11 brake pads on order and will give them a try next. Ambient temps were in the mid to high 60's. Great day to be out on track but not a good day to test if the car will overheat or not.
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Originally Posted by MoreSpeed
While 5 seconds is a pretty big difference, that seems pretty good for your first outing with a completely different architecture car. You are adding almost 900 lbs, going from rear engine to front engine, to no rear wheel steering, high revving to high torque, different tires and very different dynamics. That is a lot to manage for your first outing. It took me a few events to really trust how well the ZL1 sticks in a corner. Your 5 seconds should be eliminated with trust and familiarity.
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I appreciate your comments. I'm sure it will play out just like you say. You've been spot on about everything else.
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Originally Posted by Race Car
Love that track... Great videos and looks like you had a blast.
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Thanks. It was a lot of fun. I haven't been this excited about a car in a while. I had a GT350 and GT350R lined up for purchase last year. I'm so glad I didn't pull the trigger.
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Originally Posted by Mr. Wyndham
Wow!! Looks familiar!! Great choice, and congratulations!! 
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Yes, twins haha. Thanks!