Master Thread: Model 3s on the Track / drag strip- Videos, Discussion, Setup, Etc

[MoreAgain]

Would it be possible to create a sticky thread for track videos to keep them all in one spot without cluttering up the discussion board? I often like to refer back to videos I've seen posted but have trouble finding them.

Either way - here's a video of my latest track day running with NASA SoCal at Big Willow. They let me run HPDE4 on Saturday to show that I could handle open passing sessions and then licensed me for Time Trial on Sunday in their new class (TTEV). It was a great event with some well-built cars and solid drivers. This session was the end of day Saturday. I started with 77% charge and stayed out until my battery was glowing red. It is such a fun track.

 

[jjrandorin]

I am not opposed to creating a sticky thread for model 3 track videos and specific discussions. I am a volunteer mod, so the discussion of a specific subforum for track discussions is not something I am able to do, but I am certainly not opposed to a sticky thread.

Something like "Master thread : Model 3 on the track - Discussions, Videos, etc." ?

 

[MoreAgain]

I am not opposed to creating a sticky thread for model 3 track videos and specific discussions. I am a volunteer mod, so the discussion of a specific subforum for track discussions is not something I am able to do, but I am certainly not opposed to a sticky thread.

Something like "Master thread : Model 3 on the track - Discussions, Videos, etc." ?

Yes, thank you! I think that would be great to have a single place for those of us that like to post and view track videos.

 

[jjrandorin]

(Moderator note: Sticky thread created. I also realize there is already a sticky thread for setup / modification, here:

MASTER THREAD: Comprehensive Road-Course Modification Guide — Optimizing the 3 for the track

To begin with, the Model 3 is a decent HPDE/Track Day car out of the box. However, there are some concerns if you are planning multiple events a year or participating competitively. There's also a lot of options for making your car faster. I wanted to create this guide to shed some light on the...

teslamotorsclub.com

Our track focused users can upload videos to this thread, as well as (if desired) talk about what setup they used for the videos in question, what tracks they run on, charging options around said track, etc etc.)

 

[mattack4000]

1:52 - Sonoma Raceway - Stock suspension - RE71

 

[MountainPass]

I approve of this thread!!!

 

[PierrotM3LRP]

I was at VIR this weekend, te firefighters squad came by my paddock spot and said Tesla was coming in 2 weeks. Could not get more info. The firefighters came to me to look at the car and ask for where to "cut" in case of accident. Strange since they already had read the info Tesla docs for firefighters.

 

[mattack4000]

Stuck at 1:58 at Buttonwillow CW13

 

[ArcticSun]

Damn, @mattack4000 you ran a 1:58 at BW with what setup? Just stock suspension with RE71?

Feels like with any vid or time post a list of mods should be included IMO so we can all help each other out.

Mod list:

• MCS 2-way Coilovers - generally running this 3-4 clicks off stiff full time
• MPP MC Brace
• MP Adjustable front and rear arms - Only running -2deg up front since it's a daily car
• UP swaybars in the middle
• RB front BBK with Endless pads, stock Tesla performance rear pads - I've used UP race rear pads, and the stock ones are better overall
• Forgestar CF5v 19x9.5 +20 w/ 275 R888's - Tires are pretty good, but the Federals do warm up quicker which is better for EV running of 5ish laps
• Alignment and corner balance by Edge Motorworks in Fremont, CA
• Rear seats and frunk removed for track days

Times with these mods:

Big Willow: 1:37 - 50F and windy
Sonoma: 1:54 - 80F sunny

Times with 19x9 TSW Bathurst w/ 265 Federal RS Pros:

Laguna Seca: 1:44 with consistent 1:45's - 65F sunny
BW C13: 2:01 with consistent 2:03's - 44F almost no heat into the tires all day

Completely stock car on sport 20's with PS4S:

BW C13: 2:09 - 82F

 

[mattack4000]

Yeah, same setup. I have been in the same range with A052.

Damn, @mattack4000 you ran a 1:58 at BW with what setup? Just stock suspension with RE71?

Feels like with any vid or time post a list of mods should be included IMO so we can all help each other out.

Mod list:

• MCS 2-way Coilovers - generally running this 3-4 clicks off stiff full time
• MPP MC Brace
• MP Adjustable front and rear arms - Only running -2deg up front since it's a daily car
• UP swaybars in the middle
• RB front BBK with Endless pads, stock Tesla performance rear pads - I've used UP race rear pads, and the stock ones are better overall
• Forgestar CF5v 19x9.5 +20 w/ 275 R888's - Tires are pretty good, but the Federals do warm up quicker which is better for EV running of 5ish laps
• Alignment and corner balance by Edge Motorworks in Fremont, CA
• Rear seats and frunk removed for track days

Times with these mods:

Big Willow: 1:37 - 50F and windy
Sonoma: 1:54 - 80F sunny

Times with 19x9 TSW Bathurst w/ 265 Federal RS Pros:

Laguna Seca: 1:44 with consistent 1:45's - 65F sunny
BW C13: 2:01 with consistent 2:03's - 44F almost no heat into the tires all day

Completely stock car on sport 20's with PS4S:

BW C13: 2:09 - 82F

 

[MountainPass]

Stuck at 1:58 at Buttonwillow CW13

1:58 is a great time there

 

[ArcticSun]

Adding some links to get the juices flowing. I'd love to see all the track topics in one spot, maybe OP post? @MoreAgain :

@fastp3d Craig BWC13: Setting Sights on track record
@MasterC17 VIR: EV Lap Record, 2 M3's at VIR

 

[mattack4000]

1:58 is a great time there

Thanks

here is a video from laguna

1:41 stock re71r

 

[mattack4000]

 

[MoreAgain]

Feels like with any vid or time post a list of mods should be included IMO so we can all help each other :

Big Willow: 1:37 - 50F and windy

Glad to know you've been out to Willow Springs, I've seen very few Teslas out there. I generally list my mods in my YT video descriptions. My current set up: 2019 Model 3 Stealth Performance
XO Luxury 9.5x19 et30 wheels
265/35/19 RE-71r tires
Stradale Design Front Splitter
Mountain Pass Performance Party Box
Eibach Springs and Sway bars
Mountain Pass Performance 365mm front rotors
Mountain Pass Performance master cylinder brace
Unplugged Performance SS brake lines
Cobalt XR2 front brake pads
UnPlugged performance rear track pads
Endless RF-650 brake fluid

 

[TacoSteve]

Before and After Ohlins Coilovers at BRP

Before - 1:58.49, had Eibach front sway bar in addition to below mods

After - 1:57.96, removed sway bar, upgraded to XR2 pads from X99. Still lots of room to improve. After driving some other cars I am going to reduce the amount of camber to maintain better tire temps.

Mod List - 2019 Model 3 Performance

MPP Brake reservoir brace
UPP Front Upper Control Arms
UPP Rear Camber Arms
UPP Rear Toe Arms
Konig Dekagram 18x9.5 +25
Yokohama A052 275/40r18
MPP Solid Front Lower Control Arm Bushing
Scroth E90 QuickFit 4-Point Harness
Ohlins DFV Coilovers from Redwood Motorsports
MPP Front and Rear Floating Brake Rotors
Cobalt XR2 Pads

 

[MoreAgain]

Before and After Ohlins Coilovers at BRP

Before - 1:58.49, had Eibach front sway bar in addition to below mods

After - 1:57.96, removed sway bar, upgraded to XR2 pads from X99. Still lots of room to improve. After driving some other cars I am going to reduce the amount of camber to maintain better tire temps.

Mod List - 2019 Model 3 Performance

MPP Brake reservoir brace
UPP Front Upper Control Arms
UPP Rear Camber Arms
UPP Rear Toe Arms
Konig Dekagram 18x9.5 +25
Yokohama A052 275/40r18
MPP Solid Front Lower Control Arm Bushing
Scroth E90 QuickFit 4-Point Harness
Ohlins DFV Coilovers from Redwood Motorsports
MPP Front and Rear Floating Brake Rotors
Cobalt XR2 Pads

Nice. Before the Ohlins I think you were on stock springs and dampers. Is that right?

 

[TacoSteve]

Nice. Before the Ohlins I think you were on stock springs and dampers. Is that right?

Yes. That is correct.

 

[ArcticSun]

This is really telling me I suck if I haven’t run sub 2 at BRP! Hahaha. Nice job everyone

 

[mattack4000]

This is really telling me I suck if I haven’t run sub 2 at BRP! Hahaha. Nice job everyone

That seems to be a “thing”, but I think it is harder to run a 42 at Laguna or 55 at sonoma. I asked that question before, I was told that was what the tuners used as a benchmark back in the days