Dinosoar Motorsports' very own promo car, the Dinosoar Race Mustang. This car is a 2008 Ford Mustang GT with a long list of modifications that have prepared it for arduous and demanding track work. The philosophy for endurance was to manage the stresses and heat of track duty. Light-weighting was a key priority. Other top priorities, safety and reliability, were preserved or increased where necessary. Nothing was done if it compromised either goal.
The brakes were given the full race treatment with racing front brakes from StopTech with their 15" Trophy Kit. Racing pads and fluid, and proper brake ducting. The rear maintains the OE calipers, but upgrades the rotor size to compliment the front brakes. This set up adds both performance and safety...brakes are among the most important systems on a track car.
Other significant upgrades included the suspension and drive-line, but were kept affordable with Ford Racing parts which also maintains more reliability; especially with the engine. As much weight was pulled out of the car by removing the interior, thought the OE carpet was left in for heat management on hot track days. As light-weighting focused more aggressively up front by removing as many non-essential components including the A/C, horn, hood latch, windshield washer system, and battery relocation to the trunk. The radiator support was replaced with a lighter substitute. Finally, a carbon fiber hood was installed in lieu of the factory hood...hood pins, of course.
One of the most significant upgrades are the use of 275 wide tires on all four corners for a versatile set up that will allow tire rotation. The 275 should easily manage the power at the rear, and especially the 275 wide tires up front will minimize typical understeer found at the limit with most front-engined cars like the Mustang. This tire choice has a heavy load rating, a lower sidewall for good turn-in response, and will afford the driver with higher apex speeds.
In short, this car was changed to be a great performance platform that will endure a full three-day weekend of track work, and yes, to be competitive in some entry-level Time Trial classes (i.e., NASA TT4, TT3). Of course, it is a lot of fun and is how our our lead instructor keeps his skills sharp!
CAR SPECIFICATIONS:
Engine 4.6 liter V8 (350HP/340 FT-LBS)
Transmission Tremec 3650 5-speed manual, Hurst competition short-throw shifter, Ford Racing steel clutch line
Rear Axle TORSEN limited-slip differential with 3.73 performance gear ratio
Suspension Ford Racing full kit with adjustable dampers and 1.5" lowering springs
Brakes 15" StopTech aluminum-hat & slotted rotors with six-piston monobloc calipers (Trophy Kit) / 13.8" slotted rear rotors
Wheels Lightweight alloys by O.Z., 19x9.5" (Front & Rear)
Tires Michelin Pilot Super Sports, 275/35-19 (Front & Rear)
Interior Sparco racing bucket with HANS compatibility, Sparco six-point harness, Sparco removable steering wheel
Weight 3200lbs (est.)
The brakes were given the full race treatment with racing front brakes from StopTech with their 15" Trophy Kit. Racing pads and fluid, and proper brake ducting. The rear maintains the OE calipers, but upgrades the rotor size to compliment the front brakes. This set up adds both performance and safety...brakes are among the most important systems on a track car.
Other significant upgrades included the suspension and drive-line, but were kept affordable with Ford Racing parts which also maintains more reliability; especially with the engine. As much weight was pulled out of the car by removing the interior, thought the OE carpet was left in for heat management on hot track days. As light-weighting focused more aggressively up front by removing as many non-essential components including the A/C, horn, hood latch, windshield washer system, and battery relocation to the trunk. The radiator support was replaced with a lighter substitute. Finally, a carbon fiber hood was installed in lieu of the factory hood...hood pins, of course.
One of the most significant upgrades are the use of 275 wide tires on all four corners for a versatile set up that will allow tire rotation. The 275 should easily manage the power at the rear, and especially the 275 wide tires up front will minimize typical understeer found at the limit with most front-engined cars like the Mustang. This tire choice has a heavy load rating, a lower sidewall for good turn-in response, and will afford the driver with higher apex speeds.
In short, this car was changed to be a great performance platform that will endure a full three-day weekend of track work, and yes, to be competitive in some entry-level Time Trial classes (i.e., NASA TT4, TT3). Of course, it is a lot of fun and is how our our lead instructor keeps his skills sharp!
CAR SPECIFICATIONS:
Engine 4.6 liter V8 (350HP/340 FT-LBS)
Transmission Tremec 3650 5-speed manual, Hurst competition short-throw shifter, Ford Racing steel clutch line
Rear Axle TORSEN limited-slip differential with 3.73 performance gear ratio
Suspension Ford Racing full kit with adjustable dampers and 1.5" lowering springs
Brakes 15" StopTech aluminum-hat & slotted rotors with six-piston monobloc calipers (Trophy Kit) / 13.8" slotted rear rotors
Wheels Lightweight alloys by O.Z., 19x9.5" (Front & Rear)
Tires Michelin Pilot Super Sports, 275/35-19 (Front & Rear)
Interior Sparco racing bucket with HANS compatibility, Sparco six-point harness, Sparco removable steering wheel
Weight 3200lbs (est.)