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Bjork Bjowlob: Feb 23, 2006; yes that's very hot and i'll deal with it in the morning

What would be a realistic towing capacity target that would support safely towing an E92 M3 (1600kg) on an open aluminium trailer (700 - 1000kg)? I'm looking at a midsize SUV (F15 X5, 2nd gen Cayenne, etc) to serve as a track tow vehicle as well as being a general commute/errand/utility vehicle, and the listed maximum tow capacities range from 2700kg - 3500kg. Is this range realistic or do I need to be looking larger?

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Bjork Bjowlob: Feb 23, 2006; yes that's very hot and i'll deal with it in the morning

honda whisperer posted:

When I've done that math (haven't picked or bought anything) adding fuel, tools, spares etc bumped the weight up a decent amount. Something to keep in mind is all.

It's a good point - I don't really have a good feel for what a typical day's worth of fuel/tools/spares would weigh, perhaps 300kg?

The current plan is to use it for Nürburgring (touristfahrten) trips to begin with, so less need for a full set of spare wheels/parts/etc for a whole weekend - it's more to avoid needing to drive the M3 all the way there and back and to avoid being stranded in the case of a failure or accident on track.

# ¿ Jul 21, 2022 13:46

Bjork Bjowlob: Feb 23, 2006; yes that's very hot and i'll deal with it in the morning

Does anyone have experience with the OMP ARS-R fixed-back seat (or any other similar OMP seat), particularly in a car that does dual street/track duty? It would be for an E92 M3, and I'd only be changing the driver's side so that the passenger airbag system and folding seat access are retained.

I'd also be interested in hearing about experiences with alternatives to OMP - I've only cross-shopped Recaro so far but the price difference is significant.

# ¿ Sep 7, 2023 13:03

Bjork Bjowlob: Feb 23, 2006; yes that's very hot and i'll deal with it in the morning

BlackMK4 posted:

Check out MurrayMotorsport in Ireland for seats. Pretty much impossible to beat the prices even with shipping.

Thanks for the tip, just checked out the site and indeed those are some great prices, plus I'm in the EU already so shipping shouldn't be too bad.

King of all Machines Operate posted:

We run an HTE-R in our Lemons car and like it a lot. It looks like the ARS-R is a little more narrow which I would actually like better as the HTE-R is a little wider than I prefer (5’7’’, 140lbs, ~30 waist)

My favorite seat is the Recaro Profi SPG that I used to run in my Miata but it’s definitely on the snug side. Would probably have to get an XL or Pole Position if you’re much bigger. Super super comfy and great support once you’re in, but kind of a pain to daily especially with harnesses. Currently on sim duty since it doesn’t fit easily in my Exige but I would run that seat in every track car if I could.

Good to know re: HTE-R vs ARS-R - I'm also 5'7" but with a 34" waist, perhaps the ARS-R would be a bit snug.

# ¿ Sep 8, 2023 09:52

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