Don't track your car if you can't handle the aftermath! Damage and wear report.

[@MrJayzion1]

This video came at a great time. Getting everything prepped up for my first track day.

[@TommyLGarage]

Enjoy! You’ll love it

[@m4_byb269]

You’re just the funniest car guy i’ve ever seen on youtube, i just got my 18 M4 comp for 2 weeks, learned alot from your channel!!

[@TommyLGarage]

Haha thanks !

[@marcellusrgiovanni370]

Tommy L Garage I been emailing few times you but you haven’t replied at all 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@TommyLGarage]

Marcellus R Giovanni got6speed@gmail ?

[@korzry]

My car gets covered in rubber marks after a day at the track. I use Mothers Race Rubber Remover. Its like magic. Spray it on and wipe off the rubber with a microfiber.

[@TommyLGarage]

Also a good way. But wax removes AND protects

[@DoctorPoliceman]

Great music choice and good timing for when and when not to play music. All the 'generic' car channels are always blasting second-rate electronic music throughout the whole video and I can't tell what they're saying half the time because its so loud. Anyways, subscribed.

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks Dan!!! Means a lot

[@MrAudi220]

Very nice to see you have a manual m3.Most are dual clutch.Really nice video, i wanted to take my daily audi a3 2.0 tfsi quattro with 414hp to trackdays now and then because i live in Belgium and Zolder is not that far away from me,also Spa is very doable to drive to from where i live, but sadly my ongoing chronic illness(Crohns since 2001) got in the way resulting me to get my medical discharge from my job, so no cash, no upgrades and no trackdays.Hopefully one day but after heavy pains dor a continued 3 and a half years now and in need of surgery that ain't going to happen anytime soon i guess, but it's nice to watch video's like these,it kinda still gives me a part of the experience.So thank you for the great content.Piece out and keep on tracking.

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks for watching. Hope you get back to normal soon!

[@MrAudi220]

Tommy L Garage Thanks for the reply really appreciate it.👍✌️👉

[@AnthonnyAndria]

In my opinion if you buy a M3 it is legit for you to go to the track to learn to handle it properly or just to have good time. The wrong thing is (my opinion) to tune it for extra horsepower when the owner can't even handle it stock properly on the track. Almost everyone can handle a fast 0-60 on straight line

[@TommyLGarage]

Yes. But on the flipside a mass produced car is made to appeal to most. So lowering and doing camber plates should be the first thing you do when you start tracking it

[@ScottParisi]

Really good video. Watching you switch out the brake pads is amazing. I've been considering aftermarket ceramic pads to reduce the dust and you make it look so easy.

[@Steveindajeep]

try akebono

[@TommyLGarage]

Ferodo DS1.1 are truly amazing

[@2fast2nick]

They have less bite on the track

[@ScottParisi]

Nick Twaddell , mine is for the streets. Not comfortable tracking convertible. The daily dust is brutal.

[@2fast2nick]

@@ScottParisi Yeah for sure. I used a high temp ceramic coat on my wheels/calipers, so it makes them a little easier to clean after a heavy track day.

[@2fast2nick]

I highly recommend PPF if you track a lot. My car has seen a lot of track miles and has held up pretty well.

[@TommyLGarage]

Too late now. But I might do a wrap

[@carxdriftracer9297]

If you are worried of having damage on the paint after trackday, apply a transparent cloth coating

[@TommyLGarage]

True

[@aknaz47]

You’re a perfect example of what M owner should be. You get the most out of having an M car! I never tracked my M4 I just put a invisible hitch on it and tow my jet ski on Sundays!

[@TommyLGarage]

Now that’s awesome !!

[@itsavlife]

Love the video. This is my first season tracking my car and I am addicted. Next season I will get track specific wheels and tires for even greater grip. I am lucky that my V comes with a Brembo brake setup and needs no changes before or after the track. But the the little black marks are hyper annoying so I love the wax tip...I just walked outside and my Buttery Wax from Adams just wiped it all away, Saved me from cursing a ton:)

[@TommyLGarage]

Welcome to the addiction! And I love the V!!!

[@Diebaas407]

How about oil changes and brake fluid replacement?

[@TommyLGarage]

Oil changes every 3k and brake fluid before every track day

[@Diebaas407]

@@TommyLGarage Now you have it covered! :-)

[@Ratcher]

Also don’t track if you can’t live with possibly worse outcomes. Such as an accident, etc. I had recently a near miss that was indeed an eye opener, luckily came out with very light damages on wheels and side paint, easy fix.

[@StreetDrivenDaily]

I think this good to have an older car that's easy to fix and made only for track just in case if you crash.

[@TommyLGarage]

I may turn this into a dedicated track car.

[@liamburgess5029]

The exhaust tips point was very interesting never thought about that

[@TommyLGarage]

TLG to the rescue

[@2be1withU]

Good advice! I'm too lazy now to clean off all the tire marks. I;ll wash the car and get all the brake dust off but no fine detailing! The car carries merit badges and off track scarsl. Unless you have a full car wrap, car damages from tires, rocks, car parts flying are unavoidable.

[@TommyLGarage]

The black marks are super visible on blue paint

[@justinl1187]

Just got back from the track, such a perfect car for it! I’m going to have to try some of those 305s, the size difference is insane🤯

[@TommyLGarage]

305 will make a huge difference

[@Antimatter.]

I would think an engine oil change would be cheap insurance to keep the internals tip top , Nice vid though thanks for sharing 👍

[@TommyLGarage]

I change it every 3k miles

[@Antimatter.]

Tommy L Garage Every 3K street driving , and after every track day I hope 🤞

[@luisfarias8604]

Damn..for a second there I thought your wrecked the car...Good to see you and the car are good. Good vid on what to expect after a track day.

[@TommyLGarage]

Maybe I should change the title

[@pedrorivera9779]

Appreciated you sharing this video. Well done.

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks for watching !

[@Patrick_Hession98]

Excellent video again. I can't wait to track my new F80 M3 sometime. I just picked it up earlier this week! I'm gonna need some of those mud flaps! 😀

[@TommyLGarage]

Congrats!!!! Email me about the flaps: got6speed @ gmail

[@goraceacar]

Check your dust boots, they're probably disintegrating in the front. RB has high-temp ones.

[@TommyLGarage]

I’ll check. Thanks !

[@carcreationsyt]

Really informative and well put together! Thanks so much!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks !

[@pezzu73628]

Goof off works great for that melted rubber too.... Tommy those calipers look way too blue after so many sessions!.... they should have a nice dark green color by now 😉 then you can make another video of swapping for AP racing kit 👍🏻 World of difference ... especially on faster tracks ...

[@TommyLGarage]

I think I’m just not hard enough on my brakes. One side is getting darker

[@86Tony]

Im surprised your caliper hasnt turned green yet. On race pads mines went green in 1 session

[@TommyLGarage]

One side did. I decided not to show it on video ha ha

[@EuroAutoEnthusiast]

Great video Bro 💯 I like how the ///M calipers allow for you remove and replace the pads without having to remove the calipers 👌🏽

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! Yes they’re super easy !

[@BPawn6]

@@TommyLGarageDo you have to pull the lines to keep the pistons open?

[@MichaelNNguyen]

Another great video Tommy.

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks!

[@ghostl337]

Your wheel fitment is really nice

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks!

[@BMWEnjoyer]

What is the style/name of the wheels you use for your daily setup? They're absolutely stunning!

[@TommyLGarage]

Richland Forged :)

[@Schwabz33]

Tommy always reminds- to never =buy a used M car ☺️- But Great Video! Good INFO!

[@TommyLGarage]

Always garaged. Never seen snow. Never tuned or tracked.

[@Schwabz33]

Tommy L Garage Yes absolutely- But I have two other cars for that. But seriously it’s nice to see BMW M cars doing full on duty. Shows how well built they are.

[@esteemedenergy]

Always use OEM BMW rotors, just like he said in the video. I tried all of the aftermarket stuff, and they all warped.

[@TommyLGarage]

Well said. I also tried a few in the past and they were all crap

[@fabulousprofound]

Have you tried girodisc? It is on my list of things to get because my oem discs are getting thin 😓

[@antdiesel3]

Informative video. I enjoy your content but please use a jack stand when using a jack. I know it’s a quick swap but better to be safe than sorry. Plus, you set a good example for people trying to do it themselves. 👍🏼

[@TommyLGarage]

Point well taken

[@zareff]

It's not the aftermath I expected. Running off track and picking up damage is more the aftermath most of us don't think about. Pad and tire wear depends on a lot of factors when you DE, so it will vary greatly.

[@JacesOwnWorld]

When tracking is rocket science...

[@gixxerhoff7502]

I knew I should have done Sebring today. 😭. Good video. I have the same process (and wheels) except the wax, and I use air compressor to blow out all that extra dust. Will def try the wax since I’m ceramic coated as well.

[@TommyLGarage]

Good idea on the air compressor

[@christianperles9780]

Sorry to hear you couldn’t make it into Mpact, I really wanted to check the car out. Thanks for another great video. I just used your headlight install video also!

[@TommyLGarage]

Yeah I was pretty disappointed to be honest with you. I wasted three hours waiting in line. I was really looking forward to meeting everyone but what can you do

[@Tobulas1]

Hello, respect for all your videos, thumbs up! I have question, thats why i writing on this video not on others. Did you had some issue with brake rotors on track? I mean its enough brake power? Did you not searching new brake kit? I am wondering to change brake kit to CS but its 15kg more weight or to upgrade oem rotors with only good brake pads and save money for others upgrade.

[@TommyLGarage]

No issues rotors on the track. They perform very well.

[@mikediazArtist]

What about engine oil and perhaps spark plugs? I imagine tracking definitely decreases life span of both. Thoughts on that?

[@TommyLGarage]

I change my oil every 3000 miles and spark plugs every 10. I will do a DIY video on the spark plugs soon

[@reddyuda]

CarPro TarX. Thank me later. Melts rubber off, especially the stuff that gets stuck inside the wheel

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks !

[@christianschumacherrichard4841]

Try carpro trix it is ironx and tarx together, it will remove brake dust to :)

[@luciusfox1154]

Is that a water softener attached to your hose towards the end of your video? If so, where did you purchase it?

[@CastroJordan]

Love those alloys, car is perfect

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks !

[@Morgan10]

Idk why, but he reminds me of Christoph Waltz

[@TommyLGarage]

Haha do I really?

[@Morgan10]

Tommy L Garage maybe it’s the voice for me lol

[@ChristopherBloomNYC]

I agree but Waltz can't possibly drive like TL!!

[@TommyLGarage]

Christopher Bloom haha I don’t hear it. Do I really sound like him? He sounds German !

[@matildam8732]

Tommy L Garage when are you going to make my costume mud flap for my 2019 440i coupe?

[@DanielChappelear]

Hi Tommy, I love your channel and have an YMB F80 MT as well. I noticed you have a USB port under your Head Unit that seems non-standard. I would like to add the same in my car and in my wife's car. Where can I buy the same? TIA Dan

[@TommyLGarage]

It’s factory. It’s part of the executive package.

[@DanielChappelear]

@@TommyLGarage Ah. Thanks for replying.

[@THTRT]

Bmw provide you a few track days when you purchase a M car. I’ve been twice it’s great you get to abuse their cars while yours stays nice and clean 😎

[@TommyLGarage]

Yes, but you do not really learn much. You’ll learn on your own car if you practice a lot

[@THTRT]

Tommy L Garage I agree it’s super fun, I hit 240 kph down the straight and I realised I actually don’t know what I’m doing 😂 this isn’t Xbox where if I crash you press restart... seems like it might be game over. One thing I realised is these cars are magnificent piece of engineering, I honestly thought the engine was changed on their track cars. It’s a different beast on the track ... even tension on the seat belt when you brake heavily feels like someone is grabbing you saying sit down we got this. 😂

[@tt-ln4mc]

@@THTRT I have an M2 Comp, and when I went to their trackday I drove an identical M2 comp so I learned the cars limits without destroying mine

[@THTRT]

They are certainly made for the track... what’s your thoughts the new one ? I been waiting so long I don’t even know if I’ll get one now. They saying release next month and maybe delivery by mid next year ... seems so far away. Mine a 2014 so that’s 7 plus years for an upgrade 😑

[@TommyLGarage]

TG I actually think seven years for an upgrade is not too bad but I simply do not like the new design.

[@peterwood2633]

Brilliant. Subbed because of this video. Please do more on tracking? I got an M2 and plucking up courage to track it!

[@TommyLGarage]

Do it! You won’t be disappointed

[@usernamealreadytaken770]

M2 or M2C? I got the original M2 and have done 3 track days and I love going on the track.

[@skrypka]

What are your comments on R888R tires when used with F80? Are they good on the track? Any understeer with 'only' 275's in the front? Are they quick to react to direction change? Been looking into these, but decided to go with Cup2's, since there are no reviews on the internet for them from heavier car owners.

[@TommyLGarage]

I have to say I am extremely happy with them. It takes about two laps for them to warm up and become sticky but once they warm up they become super amazing. I will stick with these tires going forward. Now, I would never daily them. You will never get them hot enough to provide you enough grip for daily use.

[@NotoriousDon1]

I watched a video you posted when you first bought the M3 nice to see you still have it how good would you say it is the reliability if you just want to daily drive and no track day

[@TommyLGarage]

I think it’s the perfect daily !

[@ildrichaseron]

Dayum. Your daily stance is beautiful! 😍 What’s the wheel/tire size +offset on those?

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! Richland Forged GT-4 20x9.5 +22 Front and 20x10.5 +35 Rear Wrapped in 275/30 and 295/30 PS4S Tires Brushed aluminum finish.

[@TechiePocket1]

Good video! Thanks for the information

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks !

[@kevinstock5886]

Did you consider a square setup for your track wheels? Do you think the difference in tire life would be noticeable?

[@grocerylist]

Square setup would definitely be more balanced in addition to the ability to rotate tires.

[@kevinstock5886]

I’ve often been curious about the handling differences as well. I assume vehicles with OEM staggered setup have been optimized in various ways to account for that. If only I had the money to get 8 sets of wheels and spend a week at the track to do side by side tests. 🤣

[@TommyLGarage]

I wanted to keep oem staggered setup because I wanted more grip in the back. Besides rotating is overrated. When it’s time to replace tires I’ll be replacing all four anyways

[@RedlineMaximaSE]

Do you think if you ceramic coated the barrels if that would stop the rubber from sticking to it?

[@TommyLGarage]

I ceramic coated them. That didn’t help

[@TommyLGarage]

I ceramic coated them. That didn’t help

[@RedlineMaximaSE]

@@TommyLGarage Ahh ok

[@locofeo84]

Great background beats!! :p... Question - do you get track insurance? If so who do you go with? 😎✌🏽

[@TommyLGarage]

I don’t do track insurance. HPDE is fairly safe but I do risk a lot

[@Sasa9464]

great vid 👍 i started tracking My F80 too...well 2 sessions only so far and everything on the car od OEM... I am thinking of upgrading brake pads, but want something dual purpose, so Don't need to change each Track Day... was thinking of M Performane pads... do you have any info about them? btw great driving...You realy push that car 👍👍👍 I am still exploring the limints and learning My car...

[@TommyLGarage]

I say Ferodo ds1.11 are great did this purpose

[@michaelpolissky]

Another great video...thanks!!!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks for watching as always !

[@AmRFuKYaH]

I heard carnauba wax is abrasive to ceramic coating.

[@TommyLGarage]

Nope it’s actually made for ceramic wax

[@pedrovega1690]

Great video Tommy! I have not been to the track in a while, sure miss it. Ive done everything you show in this video and yes its a very satisfying feeling cleaning the inside of the wheels for some weird reason..Subscribed!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! Time to get back into it :)

[@richie9172]

Another great and informative video! Which brake pads do you recommend? I have stock M2C.

[@TommyLGarage]

I love Ferodo ds1.11

[@richie9172]

Thanks!!! Keep the good work. My wife wants me to start doing KZbin videos. I was a professional cyclist, car/wine lover. Seen your videos makes me want to start! Any tips??

[@TommyLGarage]

Richie Miranda invest in a good microphone !

[@TechiePocket1]

Question though, what makes this particular wax safe for use on ceramic coatings?

[@TommyLGarage]

Apparently carnuba wax is made for it

[@PointShiftDrive]

Curious. Have you replaced your crank hub?

[@TommyLGarage]

Yes. Upgraded

[@yt0500323022]

What are those carbon covers over the air intakes boxes? Are the Dinan air boxes under them? Thx.

[@TommyLGarage]

That’s my Arma Intake

[@trtatv]

Fun vid! What’s the torque down setting on these m3’s? Thanks

[@Steveindajeep]

wheels are 105ft lbs

[@TommyLGarage]

110 I use

[@acelinkX]

thanks for making this review! answered a lot of questions. tommy, do you think you can do an 2018 RS5 comparison? i know that's a direct competitor to the M3

[@TommyLGarage]

If you find me one I would !

[@briancooke5532]

Yes, Tommy, please do an Audi RS5 so we can see it understeer on every corner. Gotta love that AWD...SMH!

[@haiderbokhari3320]

Great informative vid. Respect on you for tracking the f30 makes me want to track my 328 but it's I4 😭

[@Thicsti]

He has a f80

[@haiderbokhari3320]

@@Thicsti u right my b forgot m3 ain't f30 but same body style thank u for correction

[@Steveindajeep]

dude doesnt matter. Youre there to better youself and have fun. Go for it. Its more fun driving a slow car fast than a fast car slow lol.

[@TommyLGarage]

You can track anything. It will be fun.

[@Thicsti]

Tommy L Garage i 100% agree with you.

[@daraprak6498]

Love the video... awesome walk through dude

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks !

[@StreetDrivenDaily]

Which puts more stress on the car AutoX or Track days ?

[@TommyLGarage]

Auto x for sure

[@DiscoR53]

Does changing from race pads to street pads mess up the interface layer on the rotors?

[@TommyLGarage]

Nope. All is well

[@187g]

do the track tires work for daily driving? also, why do you use spacers?

[@TommyLGarage]

They don’t. I use dedicated track tires. Spacers are to clear the shock

[@magikmastr]

Biggest track day tips for beginners?

[@TommyLGarage]

I’ll do a video on it soon

[@magikmastr]

Tommy L Garage thanks for sharing your experience. It’s really interesting and addicting !

[@dion_the_entrepreneur]

Why didn’t you just clear bra your front end and ceramic coat over it for added protection prior to track use???

[@TommyLGarage]

Laziness

[@TimWilliamsHD]

I’ve heard to always change discs when swapping between “track pads” and “road pads” is this a myth?

[@TommyLGarage]

Nope. No need to change rotors

[@ceej6921]

Tim Williams It depends on pad compound. Check with the manufacturer to see if they’re compatible.

[@spacemonkey7461]

What spacers are those for your daily? With the stud conversion, do you get any vibration???

[@TommyLGarage]

They’re 3mm. Zero vibrations

[@user-sn5kj1gy1t]

Hell yeah thank you

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks for watching !

[@jeffkierstein700]

What wax is that which works with ceramic coating? Thanks!

[@TommyLGarage]

I added it to the video description :)

[@cfan6990]

Hi what's the color of the daily wheels?

[@TommyLGarage]

Brushed aluminum Silver

[@jmciver767]

Nice vid, and informative. I like how your title photo makes it look like your car may be in some type of trouble to the uninitiated, when in reality it is just a shot of a typical car in the paddock - adds a bit of “playful” suspense. Not sure if that was your intention though 😏... Looks like the tech inspection station actually...😎

[@TommyLGarage]

Haha oh man. I didn’t mean to confuse anyone. The picture is actually one that someone sent me. I was spotted by someone who watches the channel and they sent me this picture. I kind of liked it.

[@KiesMotorsports]

Can’t wait to join you again

[@TommyLGarage]

October !

[@milojayson2542]

a tip : watch series on Flixzone. Been using them for watching a lot of movies during the lockdown.

[@darwinroy1131]

@Milo Jayson Yea, I've been using flixzone} for since december myself :)

[@karsonjabari5222]

@Milo Jayson yea, I have been using Flixzone} for since december myself :D

[@titusrodney1168]

@Milo Jayson yea, I've been watching on flixzone} for months myself :D

[@Bama_Law]

Those tyre chunks are called “klag”.

[@TommyLGarage]

Interesting. Never knew that. Thanks !!

[@GTRuppsala]

Do you have any negative camber? If so the tyres will last longer and make faster times around the track?

[@TommyLGarage]

Yes. -2.5 front and -1.8 rear

[@GTRuppsala]

Tommy L Garage I have -3.2 in the front in my m135 f20 xdrive 2014

[@con2719]

Where do you track it in NJ?

[@TommyLGarage]

Various. NJMP, Lime rock, VIR

[@LeChanger]

Still making mudflaps Tommy? E-mailed you a few days ago about buying some for my f82 M4

[@TommyLGarage]

Email me at got6speed @ gmail. Maybe it went to junk.

[@davissonnguyen]

Any noticeable difference with the mishimoto hardware during track days or every driving in low/normal/high speeds?

[@TommyLGarage]

Nope. Zero. Looks cool !

[@davissonnguyen]

@@TommyLGarage Not even lower temps? lol. Yes it does look cool, only cause you are the one driving it : )

[@CrazyforAuto]

What track pads are you running:

[@TommyLGarage]

Ferodo DS1.11

[@andyho5143]

Hi where did you get the one piece diffuser?

[@TommyLGarage]

Supreme auto

[@grocerylist]

The sleepy baby music soundtrack was an interesting choice. 😴

[@TommyLGarage]

I had to keep it suspenseful :)

[@emang6284]

Bro! I got rid of my m3! I got the new X3m competition. Go check an X3m out! Not as fast but the handling is about the same.

[@TommyLGarage]

Eman G it doesn’t have a manual

[@emang6284]

Tommy L Garage haha true! Gonna miss my manual

[@miamirice6840]

You make nice videos. I kind of expected you would discuss inspecting wheels for stress cracks on a +4000 pound car on sticky tires. Also should have discussed crack propagation on rotors. No offense. Safety over cosmetics.

[@TommyLGarage]

Very true. Good point.

[@miamirice6840]

@@TommyLGarage really appreciate your videos. I am a long time car guy with lots of varied ownership. I am selling my s2000 to get the same Blue F80 ……really loved the video you did no changing the intercooler, keep up the great work.

[@hmc2s]

IF you track a really nice car that you like just clear bra/wrap the entire car.

[@TommyLGarage]

Or live dangerously !

[@josemagalhaesmagalhaes3433]

Good afternoon, where can I buy these studs for reamers

[@TommyLGarage]

Here you go: Stud kit: www.kiesmotorsports.com/products/motorsport-hardware-conversion-stud-78mm-black-stud-kit-14-1-2-25-5-lug-1?variant=31747717496917?aff=7

[@tt-ln4mc]

Mpact video next lol?

[@TommyLGarage]

Haha funny man. I’ll have something still

[@reynaldoray7539]

Street race it

[@TommyLGarage]

Not for me

[@ethersecure2432]

dang homey, you did us all dirty with that click bait thumbnail. you know darn well we came to see some wrecked cars, not to watch you wash your rims 😑

[@TommyLGarage]

Ahh sorry :(

[@sohalem]

You need a little better wheel washing technique..

[@TommyLGarage]

Ehhh it’s not that serious

[@ArmaGhedoNNN]

Clickbait ... look at the thumbnail

[@TommyLGarage]

Be sure to dislike :)

[@ArmaGhedoNNN]

@@TommyLGarage That's not the point. You could easily make a catchy video without using that thumbnail... I like the content but i don't agree with the technique you are using to make views

[@brianaust8897]

Lol are those hands of yours super fragile? Those gloves..😆 On the other hand(feet) flip flops..👍

[@TommyLGarage]

European gloves and Australian flip flops!

[@daytonm6809]

Terrible washing technique. Your just rubbing rocks into nice looking wheels

[@TommyLGarage]

Ehhhh it’s only wheels

[@abubacardrammeh5531]

First

[@TommyLGarage]

Confirmed !