berzerk_1980

Neat, well at least it's not a total waste. So I guess the way to look at this is that the software can't really be separated from the programmer, it's one unit.

Stevedotmil

Which driving school in NC?

pminri

Sorry, it is in S.C. ( I have spent some time recently in both states and I get them mixed up). But the link is below. The chief instructor that helps run the program (Jim Edwards) is a class act! He ran the track event at the 50th celebration (where I got "the bug" to do it again) they have excellent instructors and the cost is minimal for a great long weekend. I missed the last one because my engine had to be replaced, but they refunded my money because of the circumstances. Here is the link to sign up. From what I understand space is limited because they like to have one or two students per instructor. http://www.motorsportreg.com/events/...ts-park-482070


You tube video.

GHIG50

No regrets other than a little more power would have been nice.
Ford racing mike is great to deal with.
for the price can't Beet it.
But as mentioned more power would be nice so more than likely going with an aed tuned this year.
I keep hoping ford will release an update for the tune to add a lititle more hp in the upper rpm area.
Doubtin that will happen though.
All in all for the $300 I believe I spent I can't imagine driving the car stock.IT was worth the money just for the huge increase in driveability and shifting.

todcp

[QUOTE=pminri;6897721]Sorry, it is in S.C. ( I have spent some time recently in both states and I get them mixed up). But the link is below. The chief instructor that helps run the program (Jim Edwards) is a class act! He ran the track event at the 50th celebration (where I got "the bug" to do it again) they have excellent instructors and the cost is minimal for a great long weekend. I missed the last one because my engine had to be replaced, but they refunded my money because of the circumstances. Here is the link to sign up. From what I understand space is limited because they like to have one or two students per instructor. http://www.motorsportreg.com/events/...ts-park-482070


Come join us with Northeasttrackdays.com this year. I instruct with them and there are always a few mustangs; including dmichaels in his well prepped blue GT.

pminri

Any idea on cost? Last time I checked for a two day driving course it was about $900. Not much track time here so I'm looking for something well organized so I don't have someone trashing my car by accident or because the skill levels are not matched correctly.

Any info is greatly appreciated. (Not much on the website yet).

shaneyusa

So where did you buy it?

GHIG50

Best place to buy
buyfordracing.Com in michigan
ask for mike

SgtRedline

Just had my TracKey installed. The tech had problems with it also. It flashed the key fine, but no features were enabled. Long story short, they had to connect the laptop they were flashing with via ethernet to their network instead of WiFi per Ford Racing. As bizarre as it sounded it worked the first try after that.

Hope this saves someone else a day's wait for an hour job.

shaneyusa

I will have to give them a try.

typesredline

I'll also vouch for Mike at buyfordracing.com

Cheap stuff. Fast shipping. And great service.

berzerk_1980

Couple of questions for you guys, I'm getting close to pulling the trigger.

1. Has buyfordracing.com changed to buyfordracingfromdpm.com? I recall buying a product from buyfordracing.com and getting invoiced from Diversified Products Marketing.

2. If so, you have to call, because the TracKey isn't on the site, right?

3. I've heard multiple times that the TracKey doesn't affect the warranty. Anyone had problems with the warranty?

4. When you go to the dealer for the download, do they get upset if you didn't buy the key from them?

typesredline

He may have changed the site. But yes DPM is the parent co. You do have to call for the track key. He is across the street from FRPP in MI so he can get anything even if it's not on the site. Warranty is not affected. Despite what is said here, I've heard it's up to the dealer to FRPP picks up the remainder of the factory warranty and it's now with FRPP. And they are separate from Ford. None of that is true. Straight from the horses mouth, FRPP, the warranty is still completely through Ford and services through any Ford dealer. I've heard of dealers being a holes if it wasn't bought through them. Just go to another dealer. Or find one that's FRPP authorized (aka they carry the parts). Then if they give you a hard time you can call FRPP and they can drop the hammer on the dealer.

GHIG50

1
buyfordracing.Com I believe is owned by diversified.
just call mike and talk to him.
He will walk you through everything

2 most items are not on their site but they are right next to ford racing warehouse
3 Any questions on warranty call ford racing and ask for mike there in the svt section
4
I asked my dealer if I could buy it from them they said no but they also said they would install it.
Hope this helps

Springer200

I believe that a dealer that is FRPP authorized can, and will, sell you the TracKey and do the programming. That is how I did it.

todcp

Tbe HPDE events in New England are typically about 250-350 for four 25 minute sessions. Cost varies by track Lime Rock Park is expensive. The HPDE company provides classroom training and provides an instructor to be in the car with you. Ride alongs in the instructors car during his or hers session is often possible.

A true racing training course would be done by an organization like Skip Barber in their spec miata or formula cars. Quite expensive. If you can find a skid pad training course they are very helpful for learning the quick hands and reactions to traction loss.

berzerk_1980

OK, so I called the number on buyfordracingfromdpm.com and a gent answered the phone "Diversified." I asked if this was "buyfordracing" and he said "buyfordracing.com is the name of our website." So I think I had the right place.

Anyway, after inquiring about the GT TracKey, he told me "We're not allowed to sell the GT TracKey, you have to buy that from an authorized Ford dealer."

Has something changed? Tasca will be my next stop.

pminri

I don't know about the website but I bought mine from Tasca. Had Dennis Gnomes install it (he runs the Mod shop). No problems/issues.. The only thing I noticed was Tasca charged me $50 more then expected. 1-1/2 hours instead of 1hour. I didn't care, all mods I have done there have been done right the first time with no issues and everything is under warranty.

Hope this helps.

todcp

I bought mine at buyfordracing and wish I had not. Go with Tasca. Wish I had.

SgtRedline

Bought mine online from DonWood with no problems.

Bought it on a Saturday and it arrived by Friday with normal shipping.
$333.00. Comes in a box that had the original sealed Ford Racing package inside it.

Ford service charged flat $100 + taxes for setup.