DIY brake ducts

Another informative set of “how-to” pics, this time adapting the dummy brake ducts in the GPs front bumper to be functional – all you need is drills, pipes, paint and bravery!

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Before:

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(these are part numbers 51 117 182 627 and 51 117 182 628, if you prefer not to modify your only ones!)

During:

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Ric writes “I removed the bullet to allow more air to enter. If you wanted, you could not do that”

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After:
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Ric writes “The air is forced in behind the rotor and out thru the wheel. This is not quite as effective as the JCW brake ducts but is GP specific and can be returned to stock. No cutting of radiator housing etc”

Water crossing spotted

ThumpersGP spotted a GP in the Home News Tribune headlines coverage of the recent flooding:

We don’t know who the GP owner is, but they’re pretty brave to take their GP through this water – not recommended for any car! Great picture though 🙂

Harnessing the GP

Ric, owner of GP0095, is a serious driver and has completed installation of Sparco seats and Schroth four point harnesses in his GP – and he’s compiled a great sequence of install pictures:

 

For more, visit this NorthAmericanMotoring thread.

It looks great Ric – and thanks for the pictures! 🙂