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    You could try brake ducts - I'm not sure if that is common with these cars but in general, they definitely extend pad/rotor life. The other option is to upgrade to vented discs in the rear. Or play with pad compounds.
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    Sorry that was a typo in my post. Subject line and link were correct. Plan is to keep the oil pressure gauge, replace water temp gauge with dual temp gauge. I believe the 420R already is tapped for a temp send so that should be a non issue for me. I just know nothing about gauges, so didn't know if the signal from the existing water temp in the car would plug right into the Spa gauge.
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    I am going to be building my 420R kit soon and want to set it up to monitor oil temp. I know many people install a switch so that the water temp gauge can be dual-purpose. However I'm thinking of going with something like this: https://www.spatechnique.com/store/itemDetail.cfm?prodID=593&catID=27 Anyone know if this is a simple install or requires some type of special adaptation? Thanks
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    I have read it is common with Caterhams because of the solid rear disc and poor airflow. More heat makes pads wear faster, even if they're not working as hard. What is your brake setup (rotors/calipers/pads)?
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    Interesting so with these spring car stands since they're not adjustable for width, is there any issue getting the rubber pads to appropriate chassis points? Or do you have to add some additional padding for areas that don't line up with appropriate chassis lift points?
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    Bumping this as my kit arrives soon. Anyone have some they used for a build that they don't need anymore? Looking for this style:
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    BMW s1000xr. Currently carless. Waiting on the 7 kit arriving shortly for weekend toy.
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    Even after $17k in upgrades? And the BAT scarcity tax? I wouldn't be surprised if it went for much more.
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    Cool car but I can't say I approve of the lane discipline.
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    I have size 12 feet (at 6'1" and 185ish), and I had a test-fit in an S3. With racing shoes, pedal spacing was not an issue for me. I barely fit the Tillett seats though. The test car did not having lowered floors though, which I did order on my kit, which I will have soon I hope.
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    Ya I saw that 620R video and wondered why it was priced so high... I actually thought it maybe was an older pre-brexit video when prices were much higher.
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    yeah me too - always wondered how it would've compared to the R500
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    I guess it was a short honeymoon...
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    Yeah I'm not saying i would pay that much, just that I'm not surprised someone would.
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    Bruce quoted me $7k to assemble a 420R. That's reasonable, but it's not nothing.
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    That was a kit, not a car. Just sayin'.
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    Yeah but you wouldn't have it TODAY. Time is money for some people.
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    Hmmmmm- I've seen a few UK builds using these: https://cjautosheywood.co.uk/product/mobile-axle-stands-nylon-wheels-cm05c/ I guess they aren't popular in the states. I've read that it makes putting the motor in much easier, because you can move the car instead of the hoist. But I'm sure I can do without.
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    I see in all the build blogs, people recommend building the car on wheeled axle stands. I can't find any American dealers for them - did anyone buy some for their 7 build? If so, where can I find them stateside (without having to pay for shipping from UK) Thanks Tyler
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    I like the look of the CF rear wing protectors, so I am going to put them on. My plan is also to apply bedliner to the inside of the rear wings to try to stop star cracks from forming.
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    My 420R kit is arriving soonish and I'm planning on wrapping the nosecone and body sides with PPF (aka clearbra film) to help with stone chips. Also plan on doing the fiberglass rear fenders. My front fenders are unpainted CF. I have read that the CF doesn't get chipped up the way that paint does. Same for the CF rear fender protectors. Is this true? Or should I have the bare CF parts wrapped as well? Thanks
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    Looks pretty pushy. Is that car setup or down to driving style?
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    https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/d/san-jose-2007-wcm-ultralite-s2k/7207735795.html
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    FYI there definitely is a "track" suspension option. It slots between the "sport" and "race" options. It is available as an option on R pack cars. Check the UK configurator. I have spec'd it on my soon to arrive 420R kit. Unfortunately, no one seems to know the spring rates of these options, but one would assume the rates get higher as you go up the 4 different suspension options, with appropriate damping to match.
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