Topic: Planning for and minimizing maintenance
So, total newb to enduros. So far my longest track time has been 30 minutes and thats only because i run out of fuel in my evo. I've designed the thing to be stupid easy to maintain, taking the path of least resistance in ALL possible scenarios. My endurance track pads last 12+ weekends, going on 20+ weekends on the OEM 2pc rotors.... blah blah blah.
So i'm planning a build and i'm seeing people talk about all kinds of maintenance items for their non-performance cars turned enduro racers. Basically, i'm trying to understand what i'm getting into and how to best maximize maintenance intervals.
SO, starting out with a crx....
Wheel bearings : I can use stock crx hubs, i can use DA integra hubs/spindles. How long does a crx wheel bearing last? If i repack with synthetic race grease, how much time does that buy? If i choose to use the slightly larger DA hubs/bearings, how long will those last??
Brakes: what are people noticing with brake life? Stock size SI rotors last how long? what if i source some DA rotors/calipers, what does that buy me? What pads do people like to use that has plenty of life and heat tolerance? I REALLY want to stick to the OEM rear drums on the car..... How well do drums hold up on hondas??
Axles: Assuming i stick with a D16, how do axles do on these cars?
Wheels: people often say wheels are a maintenance item for track cars. I'd love to be able to race on some 14 inch steelies. Or is it highly recommended i use something aftermarket?
Bushings: Which bushings are a must to upgrade/replace? I'm addicted to sphericals on the evo but i'm not sure how bad the penalties are for using sphericals in Lemons...
Suspension: I've seen great tricks on refilling OEM type shocks with 30wt oil. Cool.... but i'd imagine that greatly increases the pressure seen inside the system. How often does this type of mod blow shocks?
Am i forgetting anything? I did a bunch of research so i believe i have the oiling/cooling situation figured out.....