Hello again Everyone!
Lots of good pics and video below!
Took my 2018 Macan GTS back to the Auto X at Palm Beach International Raceway this past Friday! Updated tire pics, video and description of what changes were made below!
What a difference summer tires make AND a faster course layout. I never thought I would be besting (several) Miata's going full tilt on an AutoX track in a SUV but when Porsche labels something GTS, they mean business!!
The last couple of outings lap times here 63 & 64 seconds with a couple dipping into the 62 territory ON ALL SEASONS with more technical course layout. The fastest drivers on this older layout were in the 57's.
Now what made this outing special was the P Zeros. With the same group of drivers and cars showing up to these events, I knew I could track my progress by seeing who I can out drive out on the track. My lap times dipped into 52 second range with the new faster course, with the best drivers being in the 50's. The list was shocking, and results are below!
Check out the latest video:
Part III - 2018 Porsche Macan GTS Wins Division and places 13th Overall
Updated tire picture of the new P. Zeros show expected tread wear and plenty of life for next weeks full blown SCCA road coarse event:
Changes made which yielded a fastest lap in the 52 second range:
1) With the P Zeros, was able to put the pedal to the metal out of every corner, unlike before on the all seasons.
2) The P Zeros really allowed me to just hammer the car thru the slalom with confidence and higher speed.
3) More aggressive braking, but had to really do so prior to turning in, to avoid scrubbing the tires.
4) Tire pressures kept constant at 38 PSI all fours
5) Still had to mind some audible cues from the tires, but noticeably much high limits here.
As it turns out, the Porsche fam was strong on this night with each of the following winning their class: 2018 Cayman GTS, 2006 911S and myself in the 2018 Macan GTS.
The guys in the above coupes are excellent drivers are were top 5. The 2006 911 S was only a few tenths slower than a fully track prepped Lotus 7, which is INSANE.
The next outing is in two weeks and for the first time, on the full blown 2+ mile road course with the SCCA were back straight away speeds approach 140 MPH!
