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Information about getting your BMW 2002 and Neue Klasse car ready to go racing. Gentlemen, start your engines! Submit an Article if you have something to share.

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The 1969 2002tiK Kompressor

The 1969 2002tiK Kompressor

2002tiK   Dieter Quester driving the factory BMW 2002 had won the 1968 European Touring Car Championship by just one point to the privateer Helmut Kelleners in his Porsche 911. The 210 horsepower engine in the 2002 was equipped with a 43mm Schnitzer slide throttle and kugelfischer fuel injection. Alex von Falkenhausen head of BMW competition engines knew this was not going to be enough power to win the 1969 season against the 225hp 6 cylinder twin spark plug Porsche or the supercharged

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2002 Racing Suspension

2002 Racing Suspension

Introduction: The following is a very basic listing of what constitutes a true racing suspension for a trackworthy 2002. Be aware that different sanctioning bodies will require different setups, so check your rule books! Or, don't and just race against yourself! Front Suspension: Adjustable height coil over for standard 2.5”ID racing springs Springs – 400 to 425 lb/inch x 7” Shorten struts approximately 2” Shocks – special shorter body (VW Rabbit) Bilsteins Bend struts 1 to 1.5 degrees fo

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