View Full Version : Oulton Park, Tues 20th June £179, Open Pit
After this polll
http://www.sxoc.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=210391
I have Got a discount of 10% (from £199 to ~£179) if we get 10 SXOC members :thumbs:
If we get 20 we get an instructor to ourselves, to use as we wish for the day :thumbs:
http://www.motorsportvision.co.uk/trackdays/event-details.asp?ProductID=1981
There are currently
BOOKED
1) SM
2) Bren
3) Kev1nc
4) MEL
5) Matt_J
6) Trickle
7) JRTuning
8) Chris Wilson
9) Cluck
10) AndyF
11) SteA
12) Bayside Blue
13) Frisbee
Garys13, Muttley, IES13, 13)JRTuning Ben, 14) & 15) MattKeeber + 1, 16) Yakko, Dr Bob, Jonboy, Stumitch, 17)SX Sam, 18) LeeLee, 19) Mellon Stu,
Open Pitlane
Bren at Oulton in 400bhp S14 drift car on slicks. Right click and save as, 27mb (http://www.apexperformance.co.uk/vids/Untitled.WMV)
07:30 Morning signing on
08:30 Morning briefing
09:00 Track time begins
17:00 Track time ends
Saloon & Sports Cars - 105dB(A) measured statically at 0.5metres and 45deg angle, at ¾ maximum rpm
Phone Alex on 01474 875216 to book please :thumbs:
I'm a definite Kev :nod: . I've already booked the time off work :D
As soon as i can confirm the time off work , I'm in :nod:
Bayside Blue
25-04-2006, 11:59
Did Philbo say he knew a good place we could stay up there?
i'll check my bible it has a list of recommended places :)
karl elwell
25-04-2006, 12:14
Your going to have to stick me on the prob list SM sorry i need a clutch
now:( and don't think i'm going to get it sorted in time:cry: and I am just too gay :ghey:
Definatly means definatly :whip: You voted now sort it :whip:
13 lashes from Cat O'nine tails
Nah, hope you sort it, good luck.
Phone Alex on 01474 875216 to book please :thumbs:
mattkeeber
26-04-2006, 09:39
cheers SM, i'll take a look at my funds and book if necesssary.
Is this offer limited to payed up SXOC members, or could my mate with a Mi16 205 (a board member) take up on this offer too?
Your mate can too - just say you are with the SXOC group when you phone to book.
I get paid next monday so will have to book then. I already have the time off as i can go to Le Mans now :cry:
Booked: Bren, SM :thumbs:
Booked: Bren, SM :thumbs:
And me:smash: :D
Come on people get it sorted, 20 and we get free instruction:cool:
And me:smash: :D
Come on people get it sorted, 20 and we get free instruction:cool:
I will book, but it will be a day or two. I can't really use a phone at the moment :( (see numerous other threads/replies ;) )
i'd really like too, honest, but it's just not feasible due to work, study and mainly money issues.
if finances pick up then i'll do it, but i can't see it happening. i've already overspent on my hobby. very important year this year qualification wise, and i need to get knuckled down:(
hopefully normal trackday service will be resumed from me later in the year:nod:
Looks like i'm definitely in for this and will be paying next week after payday:thumbs:
As long as I get my car sorted without a load of unforseen problems I will definitely book this ;) obviously I need to get my car sorted first :nod:
i would but my engine aint even back from the em=ngenering coympany yet and once it is i have full stage 2 setup including top mount t28 to be fitting so i doubt il make it
I'll be up for this, providing the car is running from next week - will post again to confirm :D
*bump*
Some peoples views, from here
http://bookatrack.com/-pV?19
Its not that I havent included the bad reviews, there arent any ....
There's so much to do at Oulton, you can keep going back for more. Being one of those hilly circuits, I love it. A good run to Old Hall can make you up a couple of places, as the circuit is pretty open until you reach Cascades. Druids has got to be one of my favourite corners, as it's a real test of bottle. You can usually take it quite a bit faster than you ever thought possible, but if you get it wrong, you can do your car some nasty damage. Because of the high speeds and heavy braking, it can be heavy on brakes, so beware of fade.
Bloody AWSOME! You have to drive this track at least one in your lifetime! It is the one of the best tracks in the county!
My all time favourite. I've done racing and track days here. Fantastic corners. Lodge is a favourite as the camber drops off so you need real b*lls.
Great fun! Fantastic mix of corners and long lap makes it feel like you're actually going somewhere (in contrast to say Donington or Brands Indy). Quite intimidating with some fast corners and limited run-off (Old Hall, Island and Druids in particular). Shell Oils Hairpin is fun, as are the two chicanes. Not too hard on the car. Overall perhaps not for beginners but I think its my favourite UK circuit. Just a shame its so far away!
THIS IS A MANS CIRCUIT THROUGH AND THROUGH. LIKE CADWELL, ONLY BETTER. WEAR A MANS SUIT, SOME BRUT AFTERSHAVE AND START A FEW FIGHTS BEFORE YOU VENTURE OUT TO TACKLE ISLAND, DRUIDS, CASCADES, OLD HALL AND LODGE. SERIOUS BALLSY TECHNICAL CORNERS FOR ADULTS. THINK MICKEY MOUSE ANGLESEY, THEN THINK THE OPPOSITE AND YOU HAVE OP. GOOD LUCK MOFOS !
Probably the most challenging and rewarding circuit in the country. A bit short of run off in places but a great mix of all sorts of corners.
real challenge- like Cadwell, Oulton is a place that you need some time to learn, one visit will not do it justice. Only consider the full circuit, where the real challenge is from the foot of Clay Hill, all the way round to the Shell Hairpin- between them the two chicanes are necessary to keep speeds down, but are just plain fiddly. The best bits (IMHO) are: Druids (a real bravery test, just make sure you miss the fist apex!), Lodge (late, late turn-in and watch for the big off-camber exit), Old Hall / Dentons / Cascades (which flow nicely when you get used to them) and Island Bend which is a real ‘dare I / daren’t I take it quicker’ type of corner. It is scary in the dry and absolutely terrifying in the wet (be very, very careful under the trees). There is very little run off in places and speeds are very high, so take some time to learn it properly. If you go off, the damage will probably be major. I have driven it twice now and reckon I’ve learnt very few of its secrets. I will definitely be back, Oulton is the kind of circuit you leave thinking ‘where can I be quicker next time?’
dunno whether i'm scared or excited, cant wait:D
I booked the day off work today;) just need to ring and book the track:thumbs:
Have finally got round to booking. Only another 6 to go now.
I tried booking about 10 mins ago but there was just an answer phone message from alex so I left a message, will try again later, like I said I am a definite now:)
I tried booking about 10 mins ago but there was just an answer phone message from alex so I left a message, will try again later, like I said I am a definite now:)
I left a message earlier asking for Alex to call me back. He called back within 20mins.
I left a msg asking him to call me back too, he hasnt yet!:smash:
Finally spoke to alex - nice guy:) I'm now booked but he was trying to convince me to go on a novice day on 23rd may first - car will probably only JUST be ready for then and it's more cash.
He got me a bit worried actually, I said it would be my first track day and he recommended going on a novice day first and buying 25 quids worth of instructor for 20mins so that i knew how to drive the car and not wear my tyres out to fast and not crash:wack:
recommendations guys? I don't think I'm a trackday warrior but I'm not a shit driver and I learn fast:nod:
Book the instructor for just before or just after lunch, grab some passenger rides with one of the more experianced trackdayers for some advice on lines and techniques. Enjoy it, dont get flustered when your in traffic & dont try to be a hero and you'll be fine :nod:
jrtuning
08-05-2006, 17:38
would i be right in assuming that we are paying £200 now and then getting the disount back at a later time assuming that we have the right amount of people booked on the day?
just wanted to make sure before i give alex a call :) and i had better make sure that ive got enough money in the bank of course :o
would i be right in assuming that we are paying £200 now and then getting the disount back at a later time assuming that we have the right amount of people booked on the day?
just wanted to make sure before i give alex a call :) and i had better make sure that ive got enough money in the bank of course :o
I checked this with Alex and he's just taking the names and contact details at the mo - I made the numbers up to 5, he's looking at getting it up to 10 and then taking payment nearer to the track day itself:nod: don't worry I was in the same position:D
SM - Thanks man, so is it realy worth it with the tuition or could I get away with just sitting in someone else's car:D If I was in traffic and unsure TBH i would just back off and let everyone thorugh:nod: It's either 25 quid for an extremely good cause or 25 quid on petrol ya see:nod:
jrtuning
08-05-2006, 18:12
cheers matt
as far as the trackday itself goes then tuition is always a good thing to have, as no matter how good you are theres always room for improvement and if its your first time out there if its a decent instructor then he/she will pick you up on loads of bad habits and give you lots of little hints and tips to help you progress.
im far from a trackday expert as i only started doing them in february this year, but if you want to then i will gladly take you out for a few laps in my car in the morning to help you get a better feel for it all.
my thoughts would be go out for the parade laps then do some laps at your own pace that you feel comfortable with, then go for a ride or rides in other peoples cars and then back in yours up untill lunch time and when your a lot more confident after lunch then go out with the instructor so you can make the most of it.
hope this helped a bit.
james
The tuition is definatley worth it - I promise you, BaT actually say they give you your money back if your not happy. This event isnt BaT though ;)
ahh thats great guys thanks, looks like it will be a bonus and jrtuning's suggestion makes the most sense:nod:
jrtuning
08-05-2006, 18:30
i always make sense ;)
jrtuning
09-05-2006, 18:04
ive just booked it :nod:
that means weve all got 6 weeks from this morning to get our cars ready :smash:
ive just booked it :nod:
that means weve all got 6 weeks from this morning to get our cars ready :smash:
and i don't have an engine built for mine yet:indiff:
jrtuning
09-05-2006, 19:13
yeah i know that feeling leading up to my first trackday i finally got my car sorted well sort of and had to do about 3-400 miles of running the engine in the day before the trackday :wack:
my friend ben is in the same position his car and engine is in lots of bits and wants to do this trackday.
what engine are you putting in your car by the way as i noticed the CA was for sale SR? RB? other? :D
yeah i know that feeling leading up to my first trackday i finally got my car sorted well sort of and had to do about 3-400 miles of running the engine in the day before the trackday :wack:
my friend ben is in the same position his car and engine is in lots of bits and wants to do this trackday.
what engine are you putting in your car by the way as i noticed the CA was for sale SR? RB? other? :D
SR:) the car hasn't been run in over 3 months either:wack: had a 5 stud swap, now got a new battery as well and wheels, should have some new brakes for the trackday as well:) hoping its all running in 3 weeks, oh and a bodykit as well:wack:
Excellent chaps how many is that were on now? 6? Kev whats the chance of getting garry down to oulton for the same deal as donny he was an excellent instructor?
Probably not - I have been in discussion already.
stumitch
09-05-2006, 20:41
It's either the day after i get off here or i'm here as i'm doing a 16 day on 5 day off routine for a while so i'll have to say no to this :cry:
Probably not - I have been in discussion already.
shame:(
Can i have a ride with one of you guys. Want to get to know thw lie of the land (lines etc) before i actually get going. Have done Brands and Donny before but have never been anywhere near Oulton (even though i was in Liverpool for 5 yrs).
Would be a great help to an Oulton virgin. :nod:
Of course, although I've only done the short course at Oulton, not the long, and not in a 200SX.
Phone Alex on 01474 875216 to book please :thumbs:
I've not been able to get through on this number and I'm not leaving details on the a/m service so I've had to book through the web site at the usual price.
Nooooooooooooooooooo
You should ring that number, leave your phone number for Alex to ring you back - do it now so you have a chance at a refund of the differance - please :D
Have emailed them and sorted it.
fANTASTIC STUFF, WE UP TO 7 THEN? bollocks caps lock:annoyed:
I gotta say I am so excited for this:nod:
7 + cluck, yourself and AndyF would make 10 :D
The SSRE :ghey: boys have fear, I can smell their pussy ass excuses from here :wack: MattKeeber and mate have also to book, theres a few other possibles too. doubt we'll get 20 unless every possible that hasnt yet dropped out becomes a definate.
7 + cluck, yourself and AndyF would make 10 :D
The SSRE :ghey: boys have fear, I can smell their pussy ass excuses from here :wack: MattKeeber and mate have also to book, theres a few other possibles too. doubt we'll get 20 unless every possible that hasnt yet dropped out becomes a definate.
candy will be coming:nod: I'm MAKING his car work on the saturday and he will have no excuse not too, will be great to see him spinning off into gravel traps as well, comedy is the blood of life:nod:
Hang on tho kev, you said 7 then me and andy and cluck? thought i was already included in the 7? Trying to get Mellon Stu to join in as well, would be great to see one of the two skylines hurtling around the track:D
First post has most of the info on who has booked / dropped out.
Oh yeah, now I see, yeah your one of the 7.
Be good to get mellon on :nod:
still waiting to get my time off from work confirmed Kev :rolleyes:
No probs posie :thumbs:
http://www.sxoc.com/vbb/attachment.php?attachmentid=32474&stc=1&d=1147379022
jrtuning
11-05-2006, 23:46
just incase some people havent had a good look around the motorsport vision website yet here is the general info copied from there.
Oulton Park Trackday
CAR TRACKDAY REGULATIONS and GENERAL INFORMATION
Booking terms
If for any reason you need to move your booking, there will be an administration charge of £15. MotorSport Vision will move your date up until 14 days prior to the event in question. After this point we can no longer move your booking unless it can be resold to another customer. For the avoidance of doubt we do not offer refunds.
Noise and vehicle restrictions
All vehicles must conform to MOT minimum standards for road use, or MSA current safety and silencing regulations: (and may be subject to testing before taking part in any on track activity)
Cars: Saloon & Sports Cars - 105dB(A) measured statically at 0.5metres and 45deg angle, at ¾ maximum rpm
In cases where the vehicle has two separated exhausts the measurement will be taken as above form the median point between the two.
No race engines may be run before 0900hrs or after 1730hrs without permission from the venue office.
All vehicles must be suitable for the purpose of intended use, and it is the participants’ duty to ensure that the vehicle remains in this condition for the duration of the activity.
Age Limits/driver /passenger
All drivers or riders must hold a fully unrestricted (not provisional) valid driving licence issued by the DVLA with the appropriate category clearly indicated, or an Alternative Licence. With the following exceptions:
Drivers under the age of 16 who have satisfied the organiser and the Circuit Manager, prior to the event with written proof as to their competence, may take part in on track sessions when accompanied by a Tutor or Instructor. Such drivers must hold a Junior Championship MSA licence appropriate to the vehicle they will be using. These vehicles are currently restricted to T-Cars, Sax-Max and Junior Ginettas. Legal Guardians must have completed the appropriate section of the Registration Form.
Drivers aged 16 who have satisfied the organiser and the Circuit Manager, prior to the event with written proof as to their competence, may take part in on track sessions. Such drivers must hold a MSA licence appropriate to the vehicle they will be using and use of this vehicle is at the discretion of the organiser and venue manager. Legal Guardians must complete the appropriate section of the Registration Form.
Unless accompanied by an adult at all times, no persons under the age of 16 are allowed in any Operational Areas. For the avoidance of doubt, unless participating, no persons under the age of 16 are allowed in any of the Controlled Track Areas, and in any case, no person under the age of 14 is allowed to participate.
Passengers
Only one passenger may be carried in the vehicle at any one time. All fitted safety devices must be able to perform within their manufacturers guidelines i.e. weight and height of passenger must not interfere or prevent such safe operation within the manufacturers design parameters. Passengers under the age of 18 must have the appropriate section of the indemnity signed by their Legal Guardian. In any case the minimum age for passengers is 14 yrs.
Requirements/Safety
All participants must wear crash helmets of a recognised manufacture and complying with the current Safety Requirements of the BSI 6658-85A or BSI 6658 –85A/FR, or MSA/ACU/FIM/FIA standards. In the case of single seater vehicles and open top cars a full-face crash helmet must be worn which complies with the current BSI, MSA/FIA standards. All helmets must be correctly fitted.
Seat belts or harnesses must be worn at all times on the venue.
Arms and legs must be covered whilst on Circuit.
If you have any problems with any other drivers on the day, please report to the organisers or the Control Tower Supervisor.
No participant shall consume or be under the influence of alcohol at any time.
No participant shall be under the influence of drugs / medication (prescribed or otherwise) or have any pre-existing medical condition noticeable under the appropriate Road Traffic Acts that will adversely affect his or her performance.
No timekeeping or pace making of any sort is allowed on the Track Day.
No driver in an open top car will be allowed on circuit without wearing gloves, and a ‘Full Face’ helmet.
Open top cars will only be permitted when fitted with a full MSA/FIA approved roll safety device, or other road homologated roll over safety device. Road homologated vehicles which do not have the above by virtue of their manufactured date, but which are still in standard road homologated specification are also permitted
Access
Access to the venue will be from 0730 until 1800hrs for standard 0900 – 1700hrs operation
For evening hire, access will vary. This will be dependant upon the type of day you are attending. Information is available on the website.. In any case the venue will close at 21.00hrs.
Venue Notes
Speed limit at the Venue is 10mph.
Anyone reported driving recklessly or dangerously will be escorted from the venue.
No paddock bikes or other forms of un-licenced motorised transport are to be used on the Venue at any time.
The Restaurant Opening hours: 7.30am – 5.00pm.
30 – 11.30am Breakfast
11.30 – 2.30pm Hot Lunch
2.30 – 5.00pm Hot and cold drinks and light refreshments.
NO ANIMALS may be brought onto the premises – With exception of Registered Guide Dogs.
Permission may be granted for the use of securely mounted Video cameras (for personal use). Anybody wishing to film at the Circuit will need prior permission.
Registration
Please make sure you sign a MotorSport Vision Limited Registration form, have signed on with the relevant party and have a MotorSport Vision Limited circuit wristband. You must produce your valid UK Driving licence (photo card or old paper licence) or its overseas equivalent, at the time of registration, please note that photocopies cannot be accepted.
Briefing
A full safety briefing will take place prior to any track activity. Please ensure you attend this briefing. Should you arrive too late, please report to a member of the organisers or the Control Tower Supervisor, who will be based in the Control Tower, where arrangements will be made for you to be individually briefed.
On Track
On track we use certain flags to signal to all drivers. When you are on your sighting laps on track please familiarise yourself with the position of the marshal posts. The following are the types of flags you will see:
Waved
Yellow Danger ahead, possibility of an incident or hazard, reduce your speed by 50% (check mirrors first) and no overtaking.
Red Incident has occurred and the session has been stopped. Please instantly reduce speed by 50% (check mirrors first), pull over to the right to allow recovery vehicles to pass and return to the pit lane. NO OVERTAKING
Blue The vehicle behind is trying to overtake – please drive on the right hand side of the Circuit
Yellow &
Red Striped There is a spillage on track or change in the track surface or condition, i.e. oil, mud, debris, etc. Reduce speed and take caution.
Black There is a possible problem with your vehicle, i.e. damaged bodywork, losing fluid, etc. It could also mean that we need to discuss an aspect of your driving. Please return to the pits immediately and report to a marshal.
Chequered This signifies the end of the session, please reduce your speed and return to the pits at the end of your lap. No overtaking is allowed during this lap.
Track Notes
On entering the Circuit please keep to the right hand side and do not move over until the Circuit behind you is clear.
Use the first few laps to warm up your tyres and familiarise yourself with the location of the marshal posts, etc.
Consider other drivers - Leave plenty of space when you overtake other cars.
OVERTAKING is on the LEFT ONLY and on the straight sections as detailed in the drivers briefing, on the day.
Use your mirrors regularly and if you see faster traffic behind you, move over to the right and let the other vehicle(s) pass on the left. It is good etiquette for the driver being overtaken to ‘lift off’ (do not brake) to assist the overtaking vehicle.
TYRE NOISE AND DRIVING STANDARDS. Any driver generating excessive, unnecessary or constant tyre squeal or is deemed to be driving recklessly or in a manner considered to endanger themselves or other track users will be black flagged, removed from the track and given a warning that such driving is inappropriate. If the driver continues to give cause for concern a second black flag will be given to once again remove that driver from the circuit and he/she will be denied further access to the track for the rest of the day. Deliberate and excessive power slides will be dealt with in exactly the same way.
In case of an incident, leave your vehicle and move to a safe position behind the barriers. If you see an incident – do not stop – the circuit staff will deal with it.
Anyone who ignores red flags or the direction of marshals will be asked to leave the Venue – the marshals are there for YOUR SAFETY.
The medical car has a paramedic on board and will join the Circuit via the pit lane. Please be aware that the medical car has the right of way on the circuit and will overtake on the RIGHT so please move over to the LEFT.
Pit Lane Notes
If you are using a garage, please ensure you adhere to all the terms and conditions displayed therein.
The fire lane at the rear of the garages must be kept clear at all times.
Please note the pit lane is strictly one way as is the track. All traffic must travel in a clockwise direction. The pit lane speed limit is 30mph max.
The pit lane must be kept clear between the yellow line and the pit wall to allow emergency vehicle access.
Only people taking part in the current session are allowed in the pit lane.
It is forbidden to sit on the pit wall.
It is forbidden to re-fuel in the pit lane.
It is forbidden to store fuel in the garages or in the pit lane.
It is forbidden to smoke in pit lane or garages.
Children under 16 who are not participating are not allowed in the pit lane or the garages
main point to note is the noise limit is 105db :D
one bit of info i havent yet found out is a price on renting a garage for the day as there will more than likely be work caried out on my car :rolleyes: and id rather not have the joy of doing several exhaust swaps, or turbo hose replacement etc etc in the rain like donington park :( having said that all being well it should be good weather in the middle of june (goes to find large piece of wood to touch :ghey: )
I'll blag us some garage space :nod:
I'M SO BLOODY EXCITED:wack: :wack: :wack: :wack: :wack: :wack: :wack: :wack: :wack: :wack: :wack: :wack: :wack: :wack: :wack:
MeLLoN Stu
11-05-2006, 23:54
give the flatmate a knobbing then :wack: :hurl:
jrtuning
12-05-2006, 00:06
I'll blag us some garage space :nod:
excellent :thumbs:
Chris Wilson
12-05-2006, 09:06
I'll go, who do i send my booking to? Cheers.
I'll go, who do i send my booking to? Cheers.
aces!
From the first post fellah;)
Phone Alex on 01474 875216 to book please :thumbs:
make sure you mention that its for the sxoc to get 10 or more for the discount:nod:
give the flatmate a knobbing then :wack: :hurl:
good god:hurl: :no:
Chris Wilson
12-05-2006, 09:26
OK, I have booked it, thanks.
:D More the merrier, I'm happy :D
Looks like I'm going to have to bow out of this :cry:
HKS Silent Hi-power - 86 db(A)@4500rpm (full decat)
is this right, is my exhaust really this quiet (taken from this thread - http://www.sxoc.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=199909)
and when they say a camera must be securely fixed i assume they mean a little more than gaffered to thge dash.
jrtuning
15-05-2006, 22:03
i would of thought it would be louder than that but it does vary according to things like what turbo you have and what the weather is like (colder weather = louder)
edit: and as for camera usually need it to be SECURELY fixed inplace a cheap way to do this is to make a braket to go around one of the headrests
Chris Wilson
15-05-2006, 22:11
Trust Power Extreme II on my R33 GTS-t was 101 Db at Oulton, had to swap back to my old Nismo exhaust in the pit garages. The Trust was SUPPOSED to be 98 Db, and was brand new. I foresee a market for some proper exhaust systems with at LEAST 3 proper silencers, especially on turbo cars with aftermarket turbos with large A/R turbine housings and cams which = NOISE!!! I am trying another Trust that is claimed in their catalogue to be 93 Db. A rise in 3 Db is a perceieved, at the human ear, to be twice the volume.
You'll be fine with a silent hi-power I would have thought :nod:
Yeah, no gaffer, blu-tak or zip-ties for the camera mount.
Chris Wilson
15-05-2006, 22:18
You'll be fine with a silent hi-power I would have thought :nod:
Yeah, no gaffer, blu-tak or zip-ties for the camera mount.
Hmmm, not so sure... MKIV twin turbo Supras struggle. These noise regs are a nightmare, nothing is more frustrating than having to go home or cock up some Heath Robinson add on to get through a noise test.
Well the Silent Hi-power is one of the quieter exhuasts for the 200SX, 105dB is the same as Elvington. A Nurspec is 110db, just 105db with a bung, that was one of the 2 exhuasts that failed at Elvington earlier this year. The other was a moria single box IIRC, well it was jrtuning's he'll no doubt correct me if I was wrong.
Were all off to Castle Coombe on Sat, limit there is 101dB IIRC, lets see who passes and who fails - they are quite anal on noise at Coombe.
Will have a basic tool kit with me anyway so i may bring my cat along aswell just in case. :)
jrtuning
15-05-2006, 23:04
Well the Silent Hi-power is one of the quieter exhuasts for the 200SX, 105dB is the same as Elvington. A Nurspec is 110db, just 105db with a bung, that was one of the 2 exhuasts that failed at Elvington earlier this year. The other was a moria single box IIRC, well it was jrtuning's he'll no doubt correct me if I was wrong.
your right i will correct you :p
it was apex silenced frontpipe with motoria straight through mid section and backbox and was 106db i think and managed to get a bung fitted and it brought it down to just below 100db
but ive had a really random and frustrating time with noise regs so far and one of my theorys is inconsistent testing equipment and inconsistent testers.
same front pipe and backbox and changed the mid section to an apex silenced one for next elvington and was now 108db:confused: :annoyed: managed to get it down to 100db again with a bung though
then at donington park same setup as elvington second time round and on the drive buy i was ok for the first session and then got black flagged saying was just below 100db (limit is 98db)
swapped the backbox to an apex one and a bung for that (its a slightly larger tailpipe) went out was ok for 2 sessions then got black flagged again they said i was 101db :rant:
found out the mid section had split so borrowed brens as they had been black flagged for noise :rolleyes: and went back out and i thought they had black flagged me but wasnt 100% sure thought it could of been the car infront so next time round came into the pits straight to the end to cue up to go out again they didnt say anything to me so i went straight out again and didnt get black flagged again that day :D
well that was longer than i was anticipating writing :wack:
An old fella who was in the pub after donnington told me that if you put a six inch straight rubber tube onto the end of your exhaust it makes a considerable difference to your exhaust volume. He used to race motorbikes and motorbike and sidecars and is a proper petrol head so I'm guessing he knows what he's talking about. Cant imagine it causing any drop in performance either seeing as its a straight pipe without any restriction unlike a bung:confused: Maybe the standard bit of hose that goes onto the throttle body would do the job for most big tail pipes could be worth a try the next time someone gets blackflagged:nod:
...if you put a six inch straight rubber onto the end of your exhaust it makes a considerable difference to your exhaust volume...Cant imagine it causing any drop in performance either...
http://www.ecclesal1.fsnet.co.uk/Car/s13_rubberjonnysilencer.jpg
:no:
Kev - yeah, I can see that working, it will reduce resonance, manifold lagging might be better and less chance of catching fire :nod:
Trickle - LMAO :D
Bayside Blue
18-05-2006, 10:42
Whats the latest we can book this kev?
Looks like i may miss out at Japfest due to the weather so i won't get my track fix.
So hopeful to feed my addiction with this.
Er, probably the week before, we could do with getting to 10 before that though - for the discount. We are currently on 8 with quite a few "thinking" about it.
Er, probably the week before, we could do with getting to 10 before that though - for the discount. We are currently on 8 with quite a few "thinking" about it.
and I got andys car back together as well last weekend, fitting his coilovers friday, so after a play with those we might well get him to go on track with us, bout time he used it safely:)
I'm very tempted, the cars almost ready but its a bit of a drive from bristol.:ghey:
Bayside Blue
18-05-2006, 16:32
SM you can move me onto the definites list if you want :)
Might help coax new people when they see more on the list :)
I'm very tempted, the cars almost ready but its a bit of a drive from bristol.:ghey:
Im driving up from Sarfend - it must be about the same distance for you.
Bayside Blue
18-05-2006, 16:50
what are you guys doing? Are you staying up there someplace? or just being hardcore and driving up and down in a day?
SM you can move me onto the definites list if you want :)
Might help coax new people when they see more on the list :)
Defintates as in booked? or gone bold on the possibles?
Bayside Blue
18-05-2006, 19:23
Defintates as in booked? or gone bold on the possibles?
Ah didn't know you were being that fancy :D you big poof :ghey:
Make me bold then :)
I will book it. No, honestly, I promise. It's just that it's more awkward having to make a phone call during a working day. It's not high on my priority list when I get to work :(
I'll see if I can find 5 minutes whilst eating lunch tomorrow to give the guy a call and let him have my details.
I'm definitely going. The time is booked off work. It's all sorted bar my laziness :wack:
what are you guys doing? Are you staying up there someplace? or just being hardcore and driving up and down in a day?
Driving up Monday, staying at a Travel Inn in Nantwich Monday and Tuesday night cause its only about 7 miles from the track.
Spartan-117
19-05-2006, 13:30
Interested in this. just wondering if you need to take anything else other than the car and the licence?
Helmet, clothes that cover your arms and legs, some fluids for your car (oil/water/brake) a few tools (although we'll all be there with stuff).
Handy to have some money, if your a nOOb budget £20 more for tutition, it really is worth it :nod:
Theres a whole FAQ thread - see stickies / useful threads
None of you "definates" fancy booking this afternoon?
Just its a month to go and we need 10 to process with 10% discount, we have 8, would be very nice to hit 10 today, or early next week :D
Definates + probables
Bayside blue; IES13; JRTuning Ben; MattKeeber; Yakko; Cluck; jonboy; SX Sam; LeeLee; AndyF; Mellon Stu; SteA
After this polll
http://www.sxoc.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=210391
I was wondering when the hell I'd put my name down for this, until I looked at the poll :wack:
Don't think I'll be able to make this - bit close to Haynes, and I'm going to start running out of days off work at this rate...
Going to Brands on Tuesday with Juz, PIG and the MG owners club :D
Juz is in his mk1 golf, and I think he's already had a bollocking for it not being a hairdressers car ;)
First time out on the track in my own car, should be 'interesting'. I'll set the camera up, expect footage afterwards :D
no worries JonBoy - I'll make you red on the list ;)
Bayside Blue
19-05-2006, 21:16
Any chance of you persuading philbo bagpot to come?
Chris Wilson
19-05-2006, 22:12
None of you "definates" fancy booking this afternoon?
Just its a month to go and we need 10 to process with 10% discount, we have 8, would be very nice to hit 10 today, or early next week :D
Definates + probables
Bayside blue; IES13; JRTuning Ben; MattKeeber; Yakko; Cluck; jonboy; SX Sam; LeeLee; AndyF; Mellon Stu; SteA
I don't see my name there, yet I have given Tim my credit card details, and am definitely going.
jrtuning
19-05-2006, 22:41
There are currently
BOOKED
1) SM
2) Bren
3) Kev1nc
4) MEL
5) Matt_J
6) Trickle
7) JRTuning
8) Chris Wilson
Phone Alex on 01474 875216 to book please :thumbs:
your on the already booked list on the very first post chris
I was thinking there was no way I could do this, what with the money I'm having to spend on mine looking like passing 1k and buying becs S14a :(
But, its my birthday in 2 weeks and bec is going to see if between her and my parents they all want to chip in to pay for this..... no promises but it is a possibility ;)
I suppose my car needs putting back together soonish then :wack:
Chris Wilson
20-05-2006, 12:33
jrtuning: Cheers, didn't see that, thank you!
jrtuning
20-05-2006, 13:12
does anyone know when payment will be taken for this as i was hoping to buy a few bits and would like to wait till next payday june2nd to pay for this if possible.
is it a case of when we get the 10 confirmed for the discount then they will take the money?
Bayside Blue
20-05-2006, 17:41
I was thinking there was no way I could do this, what with the money I'm having to spend on mine looking like passing 1k and buying becs S14a :(
But, its my birthday in 2 weeks and bec is going to see if between her and my parents they all want to chip in to pay for this..... no promises but it is a possibility ;)
I suppose my car needs putting back together soonish then :wack:
Do it dude :thumbs: get twisting arms
Mellon stu deffo cant do it so he's off the probables list. andyf is still yet to be convinced...will have to see how his car runs over the next couple of weeks:)
coilovers are fitted tho:thumbs:
I suppose my car needs putting back together soonish then :wack:
Well my car needs pulling to bits, I'll know an ETA in a coupel of weeks, if not we can maybe sort something out :(
Well my car needs pulling to bits, I'll know an ETA in a coupel of weeks, if not we can maybe sort something out :(
We now have four cars between us so shouldnt be that difficult :wack:
I'm a definite, will book this week :thumbs:
jrtuning
22-05-2006, 17:52
excellent that will be 10 now then by the looks of it good work guys only 10 more and we get a free instructor for the day :D
I make that 9 for now, but a coupel promising to book this week too.
Fake Ben Taylor
22-05-2006, 19:23
:annoyed: i forgot again
i promise im gonna ring just as soon as i remember, is he available between work hours only?
Yes, but he probably has his answer machine on - leave him your phone/mobile number :nod:
/petty mode on
ahem, care to update the first post please :rolleyes: :p
/petty mode off
;)
:ghey:
done ;)
woot :D
cheers SM :thumbs:
Seriously looking forward to this :nod: . Studying all the in car videos to get a good feel of the circuit :)
Bayside Blue
22-05-2006, 22:18
Cool, got a super saver deal for a room in the travel lodge at Crewe 10 miles away for £26 - bargain!
Almost paid £42 for one in Middlewich. Phew that was close lol.
Thats my accomodation ready. As said, Will book the trackday on Friday when i get paid. :thumbs:
Any other guys traveling check this search i made:
:Plug:
https://www.travelodge.co.uk/saver_search/results.php?action=textSearch&search=CW6+9BW+&x=42&y=10
Cheapy rooms (£26) available in... Crewe, Knutsford, Warrington Lymm Services, Widnes, Warrington from 10 miles - 14.9 miles away from oulton.
Hope it's of use to some of you guys ??Cluck?? :thumbs:
Cool, got a super saver deal for a room in the travel lodge at Crewe 10 miles away for £26 - bargain!
Almost paid £42 for one in Middlewich. Phew that was close lol.
Thats my accomodation ready. As said, Will book the trackday on Friday when i get paid. :thumbs:
Any other guys travelling check this search i made:
:Plug:
https://www.travelodge.co.uk/saver_search/results.php?action=textSearch&search=CW6+9BW+&x=42&y=10
cheers for that bud. I'm definitely going up Monday night - really don't fancy getting up at 5am just to drive for 3½ hours to then drive for another 8 hours to then drive home for another 3½ hours :(
Booked :thumbs:
Just heard some good news, I think the "lunatic of the day" will be signing up shortly:wack:
What oil do you guys recommend for trackdays.
Im running a straight through exhaust, walbro, apexi induction kit, IK24's, bren device (not in yet but will be for the 20th that will be set to 10psi).
I was think a 5w40 - does this sound about right?
Bayside Blue
23-05-2006, 12:59
no probs with silkolene 10w50 :)
I change it every 4k ish miles though apparently after SMs oil test by nismo mark the oil is good for 3 times that. :)
no probs with silkolene 10w50 :)
I change it every 4k ish miles though apparently after SMs oil test by nismo mark the oil is good for 3 times that. :)
Cheers fella.
I'd use 10w50 rather than 5w40 too :nod:
Definatly if you dont have an oil cooler :nod:
I'm now a definite (need to kick Matt's arse around a track). I need to call someone and pay I guess
:) and then there were 10 :D . All hail the discount :notworthy
Now we just need another 10 to get the instructor :wack:
So who is this Alex then? Motorsport Vision chap ?
So who is this Alex then? Motorsport Vision chap ?
Yeah :thumbs: guy who is the SXOC contact for Brands/Cadwell/Bedford/Oulton
Oh good stuff, our own dedicated contact? :D
Well I look forward to pissing about in the pitlane raising and lowering my car, overheating the oil and having a good time :)
:D
Now, just to work on the Mellon Stu guy to complete your little trio :smash:
Fake Ben Taylor
24-05-2006, 15:38
well, now there is 10 i will hold off a little before i book....just to ensure the money to pay for it is gonna be there:)
when will payment be taken btw?
i had all the emails through a little while ago saying they are starting thr process for taking payment today - they have to check with the bank first and then the money will be taken.
Chris Wilson
24-05-2006, 17:11
My payment was taken today.
Nice one chris that makes 11:thumbs: bollocks just looked at the first pos, no it doesnt:o
You know what the problem with this track day will be?
If it's successful, and my car feels good on it, I'll be extremely tempted to track-spec the car and use it for track/weekends only. Which means I'll need a runabout. Which means expense.
Here's hoping I go into the gravel on the second lap (my wallet talking)
MeLLoN Stu
24-05-2006, 17:26
get the petgoat fixed and use that andy! :nod:
hahahaha
no
:D
oh, stu, sign yourself up lad :)
Here's hoping I go into the gravel on the second lap (my wallet talking)
lol - most fecked up reasoning ever, crash to save money :wack:
jrtuning
24-05-2006, 17:42
im guessing the money was taken today as i got an email through with receipt for my order :(
was hoping it would of waited until payday as i have a few more necassary outgoings before then :cry:
had answer phone msg from alex today asking about booking/paying. busy all tomorrow but will call him friday and get it all paid up, i'm also gonna get the instructor time as well:nod:
PML at candy frogg, there is no way you can whoop me round a track, i did it at karting, I will do it again:p
stu - have a think about it for a week or two and see how you feel. Watching andy spin out into a camera man just isn't going to look as good on a video camera as it would in person:D
Good to see your competitive spirit is alive and well - Karting and proper car racing is a lot different to playing BRIAN ALL THE TIME you know ;)
SM - Is this an SXOC only track day ?
MeLLoN Stu
24-05-2006, 22:50
stu - have a think about it for a week or two and see how you feel. Watching andy spin out into a camera man just isn't going to look as good on a video camera as it would in person:D
it's not a case of wanting to think about it, i might be on a training course :)
I can see Matt getting overexcited like he does with a passenger in his car and 720'ing his car into the pit wall :D
Stuy will back me up here!! :D:D
Nah, there will be other cars as well as the 10 SXOC'ers.
But it will still be a good fun event :D
Nah, there will be other cars as well as the 10 SXOC'ers.
But it will still be a good fun event :D
When I went in feb there were lots of 911's thoughtfully acting as rolling chicanes :thumbs:
MeLLoN Stu
24-05-2006, 23:15
I can see Matt getting overexcited like he does with a passenger in his car and 720'ing his car into the pit wall :D
Stuy will back me up here!! :D:D
pmsl :D
andy is so full of shit its not even funny, I'm looking forward to pricking the "shit balloon" and watching him burst his crap all over his already sheddy car:p
MeLLoN Stu
24-05-2006, 23:20
feel the lurve :smitten:
get of the fence jones, don't by shy of speaking your mind :wack:
feel the lurve :smitten:
get of the fence jones, don't by shy of speaking your mind :wack:
PML, nostril flare has been triggered:wack:
MeLLoN Stu
24-05-2006, 23:26
pmsl, to rub it in you'll probably have to do some more work to his car before you guys get there :p
You can feel, and smell the love between Andy, Stu and Matt :smitten:
Nah, there will be other cars as well as the 10 SXOC'ers.
But it will still be a good fun event :D
oh right, I meant, can friends of SXOC members book in for this, or is this offer only for SXOC ?
andy is so full of shit its not even funny, I'm looking forward to pricking the "shit balloon" and watching him burst his crap all over his already sheddy car:p
whatever faggot! btw your turn to buy the vodka this weekend!
Bayside Blue
25-05-2006, 08:17
I think a few SXOC'ers with a few other cars is best.
Like at that bedford autodrome day. Gave us a lot of other BMWs and porsches to overtake. I think it's better than a full SXOC day as you get other cars to benchmark against.
oh right, I meant, can friends of SXOC members book in for this, or is this offer only for SXOC ?
As long as they are in the SXOC "group" they can have the discount :nod:
As we have a few members who have sold their SX's and now have something else.
Bayside Blue
26-05-2006, 08:37
Will book today after I get a chance to check I've been paid :)
EDIT: BOOKED :D
Bayside Blue
31-05-2006, 09:30
Bumpety Trump
Come on guys! Lets get a few more in. :smash:
Where are all you lucky people who want to do a trackday this month!
Bumpety Trump
Come on guys! Lets get a few more in. :smash:
Where are all you lucky people who want to do a trackday this month!
Looks like we might be the only ones. What day you going up - convoy for the south east massive aaaaaaaaaaaight
Looks like we might be the only ones. What day you going up - convoy for the south east massive aaaaaaaaaaaight
I'm heading up Monday evening. I'm booked in to the same place that Bayside linked to :nod:
I'm heading up Monday evening. I'm booked in to the same place that Bayside linked to :nod:
Cool. Im staying in Nantwich so not too far from you lot. Not sure what time i am going up yet though. Will have to arrange something a bit nearer i guess.
Well if there was any doubt that I would make it - with the CA issues, then as you may have noticed from joyous ramblings in other threads........
SHOUT IT FROM THE ROOFTOPS, MY NEW S13 ENGINE IS READY :notworthy :notworthy
APT :Plug:
So I will deffo be there, had some fear I may have to cancel, would have been absolutly gutted :(
But instead I'm happy, happy, happy :D :D :D
Well if there was any doubt that I would make it - with the CA issues, then as you may have noticed from joyous ramblings in other threads........
SHOUT IT FROM THE ROOFTOPS, MY NEW S13 ENGINE IS READY :notworthy :notworthy
APT :Plug:
So I will deffo be there, had some fear I may have to cancel, would have been absolutly gutted :(
But instead I'm happy, happy, happy :D :D :D
Cool. Look forward to meeting some of you guys :thumbs:
stumitch
31-05-2006, 22:51
Well if there was any doubt that I would make it - with the CA issues, then as you may have noticed from joyous ramblings in other threads........
SHOUT IT FROM THE ROOFTOPS, MY NEW S13 ENGINE IS READY :notworthy :notworthy
APT :Plug:
So I will deffo be there, had some fear I may have to cancel, would have been absolutly gutted :(
But instead I'm happy, happy, happy :D :D :D
Well done SM :thumbs: there will be a few worried people out there now :nod:
Well done SM :thumbs: there will be a few worried people out there now :nod:
They should be more worried about Yak, and his new handling package, than me and my new engine! Although he wont be at Oulton.
Well done kev:nod: whats been done to it and did APT do it?
Lots, lightened, balanced, forgies, new oil pump ect, metal HG, also an exeedy paddle & chip.
APT - of course, who else for a 200SX engine rebuild ... theres no contest in my book.
I agree entirely APT rock:notworthy so does it feel better to drive? or is it just a case of it being tough as old boots now and ready for some serious boost squirting through it?
dunno, fitting in on Sat if all goes to plan.
Tell you Sat night, T28 will make some differance too, especially as the t25 was at standard boost - will be a different car entirley I expect :D
Ooh new turbo aswell very nice, I would imagine it will be a totally different car then. What you putting the boost to mines at a fannies off 17psi on the T28?
suppose this meens you'll be kicking ass at oulton too:rolleyes: :D
Boost, not sure, as much as it will safely take, 15psi? 16psi?
Bayside Blue
02-06-2006, 09:04
Is it safe to run a new engine on a trackday :wack:
or have only certain bits been replaced or something?
nope, its all new, and if Garys fine with it so am I.
Although it will have done a fair amount before then anyway (do 300 miles the day its installed ;)
Bayside Blue
02-06-2006, 09:17
Cool :thumbs:
:thumbs:
good stuff Added you to the list :D
jrtuning
09-06-2006, 20:20
right only 11days to go now everybody how are you all doing with regards to being ready for it?
ive gone from having a car that worked perfectly albeit with odd sozed wheels on it :wack: to a car that hasnt moved off my drive since last friday when i thought it best to start doing the 5stud swap at the rear, needless to say it hasnt been going to well so far :rolleyes: but touch wood it will all be finished tomorrow although i did say that last friday, saturday, sunday, monday etc etc :D
on a different note can somebody give me some info regarding what the traffic is like around manchester area at about 7:30 in the morning as it will take about 2hrs15mins to get there from my house and want to take into account getting stuck in rush hour traffic on my way past manchester, was tempted to book a cheapy hotel for the night if it was going to be really bad as i'll be leaving at about 5:30-6 i think which isnt
I need to finish running in do a couple of oil changes, add iridiums, check the fuelling, do lower arms bushes (scared) and well, thats it :eek:
I just need to fit my gauges if I get the time and give my front suspension and brakes a quick checkover.
Looking forward to doing a trackday with a decent set of brakes.:thumbs:
I managed to fit new pads allround the other day but since getting the car home it hasnt moved as my water pump decided to give up the ghost :(
Fitted a new water pump and dawes device the other night and now need to sort out an airblock :furious:
Its gonna be there but i dont know if i will have time to get the pads properly bedded in as i need to sort out my exhaust at the weekend as its blowing badly ( i think i have lost a couple of bolts off the front pipe).
Other than that its all going swell :D
Need to change the engine, diff and gearbox oil too.
Well my car still hasnt moved since Japfest:eek: as normally is the case it only seems to get run for track days cos I generally get it fixed just in time for them. This time i just need to get the new pads fitted though and hopefully I'll get that done tomorrow. all the rest will be a bonus:nod: Having said that I would like to get this harness I've got sat here fitted. just dont know how lol:o
Bayside Blue
10-06-2006, 01:24
lol... I'm coming a long way for this :wack:
Anyone who doesn't make it will get a visit from the boys... And i don't mean :ghey: Yakko & Leelee. Have a look on this thread to see what I mean. You don't want to be messing with these fellas :no:
http://www.sxoc.co.uk/vbb/showthread.php?t=220116&page=18
So get your cars fixed... and then kick my ass around the track :o
Martin :thumbs:
ShawJohn
11-06-2006, 11:34
Wish I had more money :(
I'd be on this too, and Spa, and the Ring... FECK! :(
car is finally running, mot and tax next saturday, engine has only done 15 miles:wack:
Actuator ordered from Bren. Fingers crossed this solves it and I'll be ready bar oil change and brake pads on Wednesday.
Cutting it fine. Car has been sloooow for 2 months nearly now since the last track day caused this boost problem :(
Hope I don't fail the sound limit :D
What fueling station is on site and how much is it ?
Chris Wilson
13-06-2006, 16:18
DO NOT rely on the circuits fuel station opening, usually it IS NOT open on trackdays. There is a very large Shell station, with Optimax, about 3 miles up the road, and a smaller station selling ordinary unleaded and diesel, about 1 mile up the road. I haven't noticed the price at the circuits staion, as i only use it if desperate, but as a bottle of water is £1.30.....
In that case, once you have signed in and got the briefings done, are you free to leave and re-enter the circuit for fuel/food ?
Bayside Blue
13-06-2006, 16:26
They usually give wrist bands out. And put stickers on the cars so I don't see why not :)
I'm uber skint. got another £130+ phone bill to pay... usually £40 thats eating into my petrol money! Teach me to have ho's in different area codes :p
Gonna sell some 360 games to make it up lol. And then buy them again at a later date to get all of the achievements :rolleyes: must get that gamerscore up lol (See sig). It's addictive.
In that case, once you have signed in and got the briefings done, are you free to leave and re-enter the circuit for fuel/food ?
:nod: and the optimax station is only 5 mins away :thumbs:
I live outside manchester, about 45-60 mins away from oulton park, if anyone travelling from further away wants to arrive the evening before and kip on our floor you are more than welcome :nod: I'm sure the wife will sort out some nice food too :wack:
No spare bedroom unfortunately as I have a friend staying at the moment ;)
jrtuning
13-06-2006, 17:55
steA ben tells me that your wifes the best and she was cooking all day on your bday/engine fitting weekend :D
i would ask to stay but were bringing along a non car addict who would more than likely feel a bit weird staying at some random guys house, i probably would too as ive only spoken to you 3times that i can remember being elvington donington and the apex meet :nod: , we might arrange to meet up though just outside manchester if you like im assuming we will be passing kev on our travels across the m62 aswell so could do a big sxoc stylee convoy :D
steA ben tells me that your wifes the best and she was cooking all day on your bday/engine fitting weekend :D
i would ask to stay but were bringing along a non car addict who would more than likely feel a bit weird staying at some random guys house, i probably would too as ive only spoken to you 3times that i can remember being elvington donington and the apex meet :nod: , we might arrange to meet up though just outside manchester if you like im assuming we will be passing kev on our travels across the m62 aswell so could do a big sxoc stylee convoy :D
Convoy would be good :thumbs:
If you change your mind, you are all welcome :)
What time are you likely to be hitting the motorway and at which junction? :D
jrtuning
13-06-2006, 19:08
cheers :thumbs:
andy i join the m62 either from the start if im staying at bens in hull or from the first junction if im coming from my house which i think is number 37 the howden junction :nod:
not 100% sure on the time yet, if im not stating nearer to oulton park and staying at home i think i'll be leaving at about 5:30 - 6 :)
Who is recommended for trackday insurance ?
Chris Wilson
14-06-2006, 12:12
Who is recommended for trackday insurance ?
I have never bothered, worthwhile cover from a decent underwriter is very expensive.
Theres a link to a company in the useful threads/links of this section.
Nicely has used them before.
As a rough estimate a days cover costs 1% of the value of the car with 10% excess.
Bayside Blue
14-06-2006, 13:23
Thats not too bad really. Still I don't think ill bother with it ever. :)
Fake Ben Taylor
14-06-2006, 15:00
talk about cutting it fine car is still......not going:eek: :(
starts but idle problem to sort, timing to sort, clutch bleeding(tried twice now to no avail:mad: ), and the biggest of my problems is that the chargespedd wing on the drivers side interferes with the operation of the door:rolleyes:
i have shaved it down to the point that there is now a hole in it and tried moving it but the damn door still catches it. worst comes to worst ill have to go dukes of hazard stylee:D
IF and i mean IF good things happen tonight ill probably do the trackday but anything after tonight and i think it will be leaving not enough time to bed in the engine proper.
YAK: i may be coming round to help you out if i get the sx running, as i really will be needing the mileage:thumbs:
stea: thanks for the offer of a bed (its sssooooo tempting, if only for the food:p )
jrtuning
14-06-2006, 21:09
well the weather is looking ok i guess depends how you look at it :) http://uk.weather.com/weather/detail/UKXX0033?dayNum=6
it SHOULD be dry :nod: a little warmer then i would of liked and they say its going to be raining on the monday and because its still a bit away they could be wrong and it could rain on the day :(
positive thoughts by all though think dry think dry :wack:
also ive looked on the motorsport vision site and there doesnt appear to be a list of other cars taking part like javelin and BAT have, have i just missed it or dont they have one? would be interesting to see what other cars will be there :nod:
Done the pads, took the car out... May have a bollocksed gearbox again or it may be the clutch,(fingers crossed its my imagination:wack: )
Open invite, not wishing to tread on Stea's toes, but I live in Winsford about 10 mins from the circuit, (ok as I know where it is, about 6.5 mins) I can't afford to do this track day as much as I'd love to :cry: but...
If anyone wan't a crib or floor space or to camp in the garden, (enough space to fit two reasonable tents) you are more than welcome. :thumbs:
Fake Ben Taylor
14-06-2006, 22:22
bleah!
AAAS, invite?
i dont believe it!:p
bleah!
AAAS, invite?
i dont believe it!:p
I open my doors to anyone :nod: even if to convert some to the error of their ways :D
:cry:
I hope I'll make it, not looking good :down:
:cry:
I hope I'll make it, not looking good :down:
Hope you get it sorted in time mate :thumbs:
Spent yesterday doing all the last minute bits and bobs to the car - oil and filter changed, idle problem finally sorted (a second air lock after changing water pump), sorted the position of my buckets out, tightened up all the suspension, fixed my blowing exhaust - just need to sort out some additional support and i am all set to go.
I just hope nothing goes wrong on the journey up monday.
As a side note, is anyone up for watching the :ingerland game after the trackday?
whats happenin sm? i will check that thread of yours.
My car still only has 30 miles on a rebuilt engine:rolleyes:
However I have a plan and should have tax, MOT, wheel alignment, 900 miles on the tacho and optimised boost and fuelling by Tuesday morning:eek:
Had some issues with the S13, away all weekend, cant see me getting chance to sort it.
S14a would need a good overhaul, steering ball joints (2mm play in passenger side) this would mean tracking would need doing, again, have tonight, tomorrow night and monday night only to sort.
Pissed off? Oh yes. Head up Arse too fecking right.
Just chuck a new rod end on and refit to the position where it came off.
I've been thinking about the sanity that myself and Matt were experencing when we booked this ..
Matt is taking a car out which has a 30 mile old engine, he wants me to sort his boost, his tyres rub the springs, and he has so much negative camber you'd think his suspension collapsed :D
Myself, I'll have brand new rear discs and pads. So I get all of one day to bed those in. I have a nice, 3inch to 2inch plate stuck over the back of the exhaust which is probably giving me record levels of backpressure. It's also "andy's car", so it's a good assumption that it should never go on a track ever ever - not after my last performance at TraX in the S13 :)
...
Should be fun!
SM, hope it comes together for you somehow mate, it'll be great to see you on the track :)
PML, just the learning mode on the avcr that you will be more familiar with;)
Let's hope some spacers come for the front:wack: road trip to south wales for the mileage the fogg:smash:
I have wheel alignment on monday eve;)
Your exhaust is really funny:D:D
Had some issues with the S13, away all weekend, cant see me getting chance to sort it.
Problems installing the rad and that temp gauge?
Problems installing the rad and that temp gauge?
:no: That was the good stuff, I left out all the crap :annoyed:
jrtuning
15-06-2006, 17:42
sorry to hear your having problems kev, was going to suggest you use the s14 but seems that aint in such a great way either, im not working monday so if im free (i might be getting alignment done part of the day) i will be able to pop over and lend a hand where i can.
my cars pretty much ready although im trying to get some different discs to put on the front as i dont think mine are trackworthy, not going to bother fitting the metal disc that goes in the steering column as ive heard lots of people having issues fitting them and dont want to risk it, not going to be able to get rally slicks either so will be on random crap tyres for part of the day and 245 toyos for the rest.
best of luck to everyone else in the obligatory last minute dash to finish their car
Carl_S13
15-06-2006, 20:01
:no: That was the good stuff, I left out all the crap :annoyed:
:(
Don't know if it will be much help but if you're off work tomorrow I can pop over and lend a hand.
I've 95% sorted the S13, there are people who have hinted I was being a drama queen :( I'll post up some details in my thread soon.
edit, bad choice of :( smiliy, :wack: would have been batter, wasnt critising those who told me not to worry so much, as they were right - at leats I hope they are :p
Carl_S13
15-06-2006, 23:06
Good, at least its nearly sorted. If I was doing a trackday and my car was playing up a week before the event I think I'd be a bit panicky, anyone would, so just ignore them :nod:
Since you edited then so will I, stop worrying you big girl :p :D
Fake Ben Taylor
15-06-2006, 23:17
well i have yet more problems
inlet manifold is loose, causing massive air leak! cant reach the bolt to tyighten it so............engine back out!:annoyed: :cry:
Carl_S13
15-06-2006, 23:20
What is it with S13's :(
Hopefully that will be the last thing that needs doing Ben and you can get back to enjoying it :nod:
Fake Ben Taylor
15-06-2006, 23:28
fookin annoyin me! dont understand how its loose, rayner and i put it on - then checked it and then put it in, there were at least 3 loose bolts, but one pig that i cant do
jrtuning
15-06-2006, 23:29
glad its pretty much all sorted kev:nod: it means i dont have to pay petrol money to come and help you put it all back together :smash:
on a slightly different note do you know if we have any garage space sorted yet as i distinctly remember you saying you would sort it out for us;) . not a problem if you havent got anything sorted ill get in touch and book one:nod: anybody want to share and half the cost :wack:
Got Garage :thumbs:
I feel more confident after a few more miles in the car. I still have one small nagging ..... or maybe a touch of paranoia :wack:
jrtuning
15-06-2006, 23:38
is that an sxoc communal garage :D , us s13 boyo's need priority though ;)
Aye, hopefully a couple next too each other - depending how many people turn up and how early we all get there and grab some :nod:
Aye, hopefully a couple next too each other - depending how many people turn up and how early we all get there and grab some :nod:
I might have to bring some tools/spares this time. There is a limit to how far you can call your dad up from the side of the track saying you have blown your engine.:wave:
I Still cant take the car out till at the earliest saturday when it will have legal tyres on it so hopefully the gearbox will be fine :( (fingers crossed smilie):(
I'm more and more confident the car will be fine.
Infact I'll go as far as to say awesome :D :D Its so good :cool:
And I will also be using a secret weapon :wack: Cheers Bren :notworthy
WELL my 5mm spacers have turned up so my tyres won't rub anymore:wack::thumbs:
No sign of brakes from apex yet:cry:
6.30am start tomorrow morning to get MOT and TAX and 500 miles on the car:wack:
Two secret weapons, one comes free with the other as a necessity :thumbs:
WELL my 5mm spacers have turned up so my tyres won't rub anymore:wack::thumbs:
No sign of brakes from apex yet:cry:
6.30am start tomorrow morning to get MOT and TAX and 500 miles on the car:wack:
Your order went yesterday so should be with you today :)
I presume the brakes have been sent? If not I can get them half way for you.
Yak - Tempory toys ;) which wont be used at the sprint on Sat :(
Yeah cheers Bren, Ann confirmed yesterday that they had been sent:nod: Parcel dood normally here at lunch so it's a nice surprise when I get back but alas not today. Here's hoping:)
Thanks for the offer SM;)
Ive just phoned City Link and they say the parts are on the van and out for delivery with no reported problems so theyre still due with you today :)
Cheers bren mucho appreciated:) Lookin forward to making sure I can stop:wack: see you Tues:thumbs:
Snap! I'm looking forward to bedding in my rear brakes ... I think I'll do it on the Moss Road :wack:
jrtuning
16-06-2006, 17:19
Aye, hopefully a couple next too each other - depending how many people turn up and how early we all get there and grab some :nod:
excellent :notworthy
are these secret weapons a perk of having apex performance stickers all over your car ;)
jrtuning
16-06-2006, 17:39
http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/5day.shtml?id=1462
looking promising now :thumbs:
Do you need a photographer?
Do you need a photographer?
Now, there's a thought :nod: . Why didn't I think of that ;)
jrtuning
16-06-2006, 19:20
:nod: our resident hull jap tourist cant make it so it would be good if you could come down and im sure there will passenger rides available if you wanted them :nod:
Jem/Cluck :thumbs: hopefull that will be sorted :D
My car is ready, and my god its good :D
Secret weapon is 330mm disks, 8 pot calipers :cool: 17's and DJ01's :notworthy Brens now got brakes that make them look :ghey:
jrtuning
16-06-2006, 21:36
nice one kev :thumbs: ill have to make a note of not going out on track at the same time as you now though :cry:
Jem/Cluck :thumbs: hopefull that will be sorted :D
er, does that mean "thanks"? I'm confused :wack:
I'll be giving Jem and Lou a lift up to Oulton Park anyway :thumbs:
Yes Cluck :thumbs: is thanks for sorting the lift and photo's :D
:cool: - brain no worky at this time of night :wack:
We'll probably be hanging around and staying Tuesday evening, so that I can drive home fresh on Wednesday :) . May just have to re-visit Apex's new premises and see what it looks like now everything is settled in place :thumbs:
Bayside Blue
17-06-2006, 15:06
Aww Jem Awsome! :nod: :clap: :notworthy
Will throw some money your way again this time :)
jrtuning
17-06-2006, 18:06
right just as i thought everything was going to be sorted new brake problem arises :rolleyes:
anybody shed any light on this please http://www.sxoc.co.uk/vbb/showthread.php?p=2471498#post2471498
was thinking as ive never used ds2500's before is it possible they were warming up at slightly different speeds and that after a fair bit of really hard braking they will be fine, probably wishfull thinking i know :(
Heres some footage from Oulton last time we went a week or so ago whilst we were testing the K-Sport brakes, coilovers and alignment arms some more. We demolish an Audi RS6 in quick time and then chase a track prepared Porsche round :)
Right click and save as (http://www.apexperformance.co.uk/vids/oulton9.06.06.wmv)
And yes, I know Porsche has an 'e' on the end :rolleyes:
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