Porsche 992 GT3 @ Gotland Ring (7.3 km) –

Porsche 992 GT3 @ Gotland Ring – 3:05.48 Lap (Third Attack Lap)

NO more laps driven after this!

Lap Details:
• Lap Time: 3:05.48 min (0.58 sec slower than my 3:04.90 lap).
• Car: 100% Stock Porsche 992 GT3.
• Tires: Michelin Cup2R (Left front tire performance dropping significantly by this lap).
• Setup: Alignment by Manthey-Racing.
• ESC/TC: ESC OFF, TC ON (to preserve rear tires).
• Data Logging: Porsche Track Precision App via CarPlay (10Hz GPS, real speed and data).

Track & Conditions:

• Track: Gotland Ring – Sweden’s most challenging 7.3 km GP track.
• Often compared to a smaller version of the Nürburgring Nordschleife due to its complexity and speed.

• Tire Management:
• Ran a total of 3 warm-up laps (~3:13 min pace) and 3 attack laps with short breaks in between.
• Tires driven to the track, used for all laps, and driven home—no trailer, just pure driving.

Reflection on the Lap:

• Performance Drop:
• Cleaned up driving compared to the 3:04.90 lap.
• Despite adjustments, lap was slower due to the left front tire degrading.
• Lost additional time (~3:09 min into the video) when adjusting the GoPro.

• Warm-Up Routine:

• No consecutive attack laps—warm-up laps at a slow pace before each push lap.
• Total driving for this session included 2 prep laps for tire pressures, 3 warm-ups, and 3 attack laps.
• Car Setup:
• Stock brake pads, brake fluid, and Cup2R tires.
• Manthey-Racing’s setup is exceptional, making the stock car feel dialed in.

Why I Love the Porsche Track Precision App:
• Accuracy: 10Hz GPS provides real-time speed and data.
• Ease of Use: Integrated with the car’s PCM system via CarPlay.
• Consistency: My go-to tool for data logging every session.

Conclusion:

This lap highlights the challenge of balancing tire performance and pushing limits on Gotland Ring. The 992 GT3 continues to impress, showing its capabilities as a 100% stock car.

📽️ Tip: Watch the lap in 4K on a large screen for the best experience!

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