teh speedtrial car tech thread

Old May 17, 2007 | 09:53 AM
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extra 20 at the track

Just try to make it as soon as possible, not gonna leave an i-club member out if they are coming.



Only dicks like Kenji815 do that.
and I thought I was a dick.
Old May 17, 2007 | 09:57 AM
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hahah!!! it must be a chinese thing..
Old May 18, 2007 | 02:31 PM
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might not be able to make it tom, won't be free til later in evening >.<
Old May 18, 2007 | 03:37 PM
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Old May 21, 2007 | 08:58 AM
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thanks franco for teching our cars!
Old May 21, 2007 | 09:00 AM
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reminder.
I'll have extra brake fluid and wrench set available during track day.
Please make sure you bring your wheel lock if you have one.

let me see if i can dig up the check list from last year.
Old May 21, 2007 | 09:09 AM
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Here are some suggested pre-track day check list

q proper driving Shoes
q Gloves
q Helmet
q Sunglasses <- DEFINITELY SHOULD BRING ONE
q Sunscreen
q Camera(s)
q Folding chair
q Torque wrench & tools
q Oil
q Window cleaner
q Paper towels
q Towels
q Garbage bags
q Cooler – drinks / food
q Tech sheet and other credentials
q Cash


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1) Pre-Event checks
a) Make sure the car is in a well maintained condition
b) Check ALL fluid levels
c) Replace the brake fluid if not changed at service specified interval
d) Check the condition/pressure of all your tires, Make a note of the pressures
e) Check your brake pads for condition/thickness
f) Remove any accessories not securely fitted
g) Remove any floor mats from the drivers footwell
h) Remove the spare tire if you have secure storage
i) Take some basic tools with you, enough to change brake pads at least
j) Take at least one axle stand for when you change the pads
k) Take some rags for cleaning your hands etc

2) Spares etc to take
a) One set of brake pads at least, front and rear
b) One 5 liter can of oil
c) Some tape to cover your light lenses
d) A helmet
e) Some thin soled sports shoe's, aids with brake feel

3) Pre-track checks
a) Recheck your tire pressures, if one is down you may have a slow puncture which could blow when at high speed
b) Increase the tire pressures by 4-6PSI higher than you run on the road
c) Tape up your headlights
d) Ensure you understood the driver briefing, if you are not sure about any aspect, ask for clarification. Ensure you understood the passing rules in particular!
e) Drink your can of Red Bull and put on your helmet
Old May 21, 2007 | 09:14 AM
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If I am not staying over night on Saturday the suggested departure time is 5am for those of us that are not in the valley.

It takes roughly an hour + to get up there.

If anyone wants to caravan please let us know.
Old May 21, 2007 | 09:16 AM
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Originally Posted by LifePlaza
If I am not staying over night on Saturday the suggested departure time is 5am for those of us that are not in the valley.

It takes roughly an hour + to get up there.

If anyone wants to caravan please let us know.
+1 i'll caravan. I think i'll sleep better at home .Just wake up early and drive up.
Old May 21, 2007 | 09:17 AM
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caravan sounds fun!
Old May 21, 2007 | 09:24 AM
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Old Jun 5, 2007 | 11:18 AM
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when and where?

same bat time? same bat channel?
Old Jun 6, 2007 | 10:15 AM
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so how does this tech thing work? i have a stock car. do i need to get it inspected?
Old Jun 6, 2007 | 10:21 AM
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yes.
Old Jun 6, 2007 | 10:23 AM
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yea the question is when and where and if mr. LP is willing to tech it for us

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