yo, honestly for a budget data setup i've used TrackAddict for years. it's like $10. grab a RAM Mounts Twist-Lock Suction Cup Phone Mount for $50 to hold it. for pads, i think EBC Bluestuff NDX Brake Pads are a solid mid-range pick around $250—they handle that Turbo weight way better than stock without costing a fortune. it works! TL;DR: stick to phone apps and mid-range pads to save cash

sooo, im kinda new to this too but honestly, the weight of the Turbo is seriously scary on track. I had issues with my first setup so maybe learn from my mistakes?? Here's what I've tried for brakes:
- Pagid RST 3 Racing Brake Pads vs Ferodo DS1.11 Brake Pads
- Pagid: Literal monsters but highkey they squeal so loud it's embarrassing. Plus they bite so hard it actually unsettled my car... kinda dangerous imo.
- Ferodo: way more predictable and easier to modulate, but I'm still worried about overheating 'em cuz the car is so heavy. - Choice: I'd go Ferodo to start. For logging, I tried Harry's LapTimer Petrolhead Edition but it was not as good as expected. it crashed like twice. Honestly, just get the Garmin Catalyst Driving Performance Optimizer instead. It's way safer than messing with a phone while driving. Just please be careful... gl!

Just catching up on this thread. Real quick tho—which generation 911 Turbo are we talking about? A 991 vs a 992 has pretty different cooling needs and sensor access for data logging, so that'll change the advice a bit. Looking at the market for data, phone apps are basically toys if you're pushing a car this fast. If you want to keep the car safe, you need to see your vitals. I'd highly recommend the AiM Solo 2 DL (usually around $800). It taps into the CAN bus so you can monitor real-time oil and PDK temps. For a heavy car like the Turbo, that's basically life-saver stuff. To handle the weight, look into the DSC Sport V4 Suspension Controller. It’s a huge market favorite for Porsches. It replaces the factory PASM controller and reacts way faster to weight transfer, which helps a lot with that heavy nose-dive during hard braking. It makes the car feel much lighter than it actually is. TL;DR: Need to know your gen first! Get an AiM Solo 2 DL for real-time vitals and a DSC Sport V4 Suspension Controller to help with that Turbo weight.

In my experience, the Turbo is a blast but yeah, it’s a total pig on the brakes. Honestly, I had issues with my first track day because I thought the stock cooling was enough. Unfortunately, it really isn’t and it gets expensive FAST if you cook ur rotors. My best tip for a budget-conscious setup is to grab some OEM GT3 brake cooling ducts. They’re basically just plastic pieces that clip onto the control arms, and they’re SUPER cheap but they actually help a lot with that heat management you’re worried about. For data, I mean, Harry’s Laptimer is the gold standard for phone apps and isn’t gonna break the bank. Just make sure you’ve got a solid mount so it doesn’t fly off mid-corner!! Seriously tho, watch those tire temps too. The weight makes the outer edges go fast if you aren't careful. GL out there!