Very basic track stuff
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Re: very basic track stuff
Manc, the CG Lock is one of the best 'mods' I have ever bought, I wouldn't even drive a van now without a CG Lock - seatbelts without one just feel so loose and unsafe to me now.
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Re: very basic track stuff
I done my first ever track day in a standard RX, and done numerous ones after , never had a problem with stock, I have know people wear out "special Pads " in an afternoon.
Car is more than capable.
The main thing is just to keep an eye on everything, before and after every track outing/session. Staying out for too long is more likely ,when you will encounter wear issues regardless what tyres, brakes your running
Car is more than capable.
The main thing is just to keep an eye on everything, before and after every track outing/session. Staying out for too long is more likely ,when you will encounter wear issues regardless what tyres, brakes your running
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Re: very basic track stuff
I really want to do a track day in my Rx8.
I think I will do a full brake system flush with new fluid before hand though and then I'll be more comfortable even though I'll be taking it easy.
I think I will do a full brake system flush with new fluid before hand though and then I'll be more comfortable even though I'll be taking it easy.
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Re: very basic track stuff
If the track offers instruction and you have never driven that track before I would strongly recommend you take it. Being shown the correct lines and braking points will make for a much better experience. And the cost usually about £20 will be the best value for money upgrade you ever spend.
I was amazed that when I did my first track day without instruction thinking I knew what I was doing that when I had some instruction I was driving smoother, less aggressively, using less energy, being gentler on the car and a whole lot faster!
I was amazed that when I did my first track day without instruction thinking I knew what I was doing that when I had some instruction I was driving smoother, less aggressively, using less energy, being gentler on the car and a whole lot faster!
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