Auto Tech Presentation at Performance Unlimited, Ringwood, to give racers an edge

Denny Norton, of Performance Unlimited, 5415 Austin Court, Ringwood, knows cars. His team of qualified mechanics constantly attends classes to keep their skills up to date. There is no one in the area better prepared to ensure that your car is properly maintained and operating at peak performance. However, Denny and the men at Performance Unlimited also know a thing or two about high performance automobiles.

“We’ll have three stations setup to demonstrate how a vehicle’s suspension affects its performance,” Norton said, referring to the Tech Presentation at Performance Unlimited from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday, March 13.

The three stations will include a Weight Station where current and aspiring competition drivers will learn about the importance of proper weight distribution and how it affects the handling of a car. Norton said Performance Unlimited has equipment to measure the amount of weight on each wheel. Chassis setup will help to optimize the driving experience.

“We also have an Alignment Station,” Norton said. “Our sophisticated alignment system can dial in any car or truck model. In a street car, this means better handling, safer driving and, possibly, better mileage. On the track, however, this is crucial to getting the safest and best performance out of your car.”

The final station is the Bump Steer Station. Here, drivers and pit crews learn how toe alignment if affected by a car’s front suspension based on an at-rest 2” compression.

For those in the high performance arena, the event is an opportunity to gain an edge against their competition. For the casual visitor, the Tech Presentation offers an insight into the minute details that are considered in preparing a sports car for a competition. It will also provide insight into the full extent of qualifications Performance Unlimited has to offer for those merely seeking safe and economical driving experiences around town and on the open road.

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