~ I started with the Euro Z4 Eibach lowering springs (.8” drop on all corners) and then decided I wanted the rear to be a bit stiffer. I swapped the rear eibach springs for a set of TC Kline Racing 600lb springs along with adjustable perches. Thus eliminating the major rear end drop under hard...
The first $70 you need to spend… wind deflector (eliminating excessive wind buffeting when windows are down)…
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~ Out of curiosity… what made you opt to reduce the size of the factory wheels from 19’s to 18’s? Kind of seems like a downgrade to me to drop to 18” wheels. I know when I use to autocross… I would have a secondary set of smaller rims and sticky tires I would swap just for auto crossing or track...
~ I use chemical guys vpr… I apply the product onto a foam applicator pad and wipe the excess off the rim lip after applied. Not too shiny or thick imo but provides a clean look that doesn’t fling.
~ I would say yes… a sponge would be needed if the car was extremely dirty.
The light brake dust rinses off easier with the ceramic coating in place.
I elected to ceramic coat my 20” Vossen VFS6 wheels and calipers.
The wheels were coated when I bought them a couple years ago… but it wore off in time.
I prepped and ceramic coated them again today getting ready for Spring (parked for Ohio winters).
I’m also running dust-free ceramic brake...