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Sorry - yes, you add the anti-sub strap setup to the Profi-II ASM FE - I forgot it didn't come with that (I edited my post above). That's the setup on my passenger side. I leave the ASM strap in all the time. Schroth now says it's fine to use with a HANS, even. I stow the crotch straps or just let them hang over the front of the seat (looks cooler) when not in use.

I got the Hybrid for the driver's side because (a) it's more comfortable and (b) it works better. Though it is a little bit more effort to hook up the anti-sub straps each time you harness up at the track. But after a few times it's no big deal. So on the driver's side I had to add the ASM shoulder strap and an FE buckle for the street.

I'm glad I got the Hybrid setup... but I rode at the track in the passenger seat with the Profi-II setup last weekend, and it was fine.

 

Yep... Mine is there now because it's a requirement for TT/ HC events I plans to do...

 

So if you know what you're looking at, it's pretty obvious in this pic:



The paint on my XP12 brake pad has turned to ash. I do that a lot. :cornut:

When I was replacing my rotors, I noticed that this time I probably did it a little more than usual... because the outer jacket of the wheel speed sensor wire, for about the last 2" above the bracket, had melted to the point that it actually flowed and made a little drip/glob on top of the bracket.

Guess I should keep a couple of spares of those in my track box... Though I doubt I will be running as hot from now on.

 

Any pics of those backing plates? Definitely planning to do ducts now. Heat management really is everything. I bought hose for it a few years ago but never did it. Think I'm going to try N2MINI's ducts when he has a set for me. Glowing rotors look cool.... But aren't.

Glad the ABS bleed worked for you.

 

Here are pics of the setup for the RMW/Brakeman calipers, looks like these might be close to working as-is, maybe with minor mods?

cct1 - I assume this is your setup... What would keep these from fitting my setup?

 

Yep - I'm trading emails with Jan to see if he can send me an unfinished pair - that way if all they need is a little nudge, I can mod them myself. Otherwise take measurements and have him fab a set as you suggest.

 

So last night I was definitely reading all known knowledge regarding the manual swap... If it ever comes down to pulling the engine to pull the tranny to have a rebuild, I might actually try it. I'm not afraid of manuals. I've driven my buddy's GP2 and his Lotus Evora. I get it. But I think I'll lick this auto issue before it comes to that.

 

Finally got my copy of BMW INPA and DIS running. Those tools are awesome. Was able to diagnose a specific bad solenoid in the new valve body. Valve body rebuilder is sending me a replacement. Still possible that I may have some issues beyond that, but one thing at a time. Should be able to work on it next weekend.

I'm actually kinda looking forward to pulling the engine and doing a DIY rebuild of that transmission... I think it's ready for new clutches. But I'm going to put that off a little linger if I can. Would love to make it to winter before I get into that project...