Re: WILLOW SPRINGS with SPT, Jan 5th

[Mr. Fangs]

29 lbs always seemed to be the magic number. Most start at 29 lbs and then check them after some laps to see what temps they get up to out on the track. PS2's are pretty good track tires.

However, this should be a relatively cool day, so a couple extra pounds probably would not hurt.

On this same note, when you first go out on the track, be sure to get your tires a bit warm (first lap is for this) before getting heavy on the throttle. Warm tires stick a whole lot better than cold tires. If you are over driving your tires they can also get so hot that they begin to feel greasy. If this happens you must drive smoother or slow down a bit in the corners.

Sometimes people get used to how well their cars handle in the first session, and forget that they need to warm them up again the next time out.

This is going to be a fun day.

[Jay M]

29 lbs always seemed to be the magic number. Most start at 29 lbs and then check them after some laps to see what temps they get up to out on the track. PS2's are pretty good track tires.

However, this should be a relatively cool day, so a couple extra pounds probably would not hurt.

On this same note, when you first go out on the track, be sure to get your tires a bit warm (first lap is for this) before getting heavy on the throttle. Warm tires stick a whole lot better than cold tires. If you are over driving your tires they can also get so hot that they begin to feel greasy. If this happens you must drive smoother or slow down a bit in the corners.

Sometimes people get used to how well their cars handle in the first session, and forget that they need to warm them up again the next time out.

This is going to be a fun day.

From my last track day, the rubber looked like it was melting off.  Sounds like I need to be a bit more smooth.

thanks,
~Jay

[MoparMan]

Lance,
I'll meet you at Denny's at 5:18.

Damn, you guys are early birds. We'll be there some time after nine...save us a spot in the Gen V ride-along line!

[Jay M]

Speaking of early, Chick-fil-A won't even be open yet!  Will the cafe at the track be open in the morning?  Or is it closed for special events like this?

thanks,
~Jay

[NK BREKR]

Hey Matt,
I'll save a spot for Kiki, but you're in your own  >w

Jay,
Don't worry about Chick-fil-A, I can get something for you at Denny's  <11

[SSSSE YA]

Can we invite friends or co workers to come out and watch? If yes is there a entrance fee?

[PCH VIPER]

Anyone is Welcome to come out and watch.
I think the fee to get in is $10.00/person at the gate which goes directly to the track.

If they are staying for the dinner, then you need to let Dan Cragin know and pay him.

[CurtDose]

   Happy New Year. What a great event. xxx I'll be driving up from San Diego with two grandsons Jack (10) and Bobby (7) and maybe my son-in-law Jim (so unfortunately not in my Viper). Jim and I have raced my Viper at Willow Springs. xxx Oops - gkids have basketball games so I'll be solo.  This will be my almost-VOI 12.  I will attend the barbecue.

Curt

[redtanrt10]

From my last track day, the rubber looked like it was melting off.  Sounds like I need to be a bit more smooth.

thanks,
~Jay

Jay, it's gonna be much colder Saturday, your tires will be fine. Won't hit 50 till 10-11 am, then top out at maybe 60-65.   Start at 29 all around then check pressure as soon as you park after your session. (and write them down).  You'll want them to get to about 36 psi hot.   Left sides get hotter due to turns 2, and 8-9.  By the afternoon sessions you may end up starting at 27 on the left side as the air and track temp will rise.  If I can help you with anything let me know.  Mike

[redtanrt10]

Yes, Saturday, bright and early! But maybe not as early as Lance and them, they are real early birds.
I plan on getting there around 7:00

Ben, I'm planning on 7 am arrival too.  Leaving Monrovia on the 215 about 5:30 am, maybe I'll see you on the road?  BTW my van will kick your trucks ass, don't try to race me!

Lance, thanks for scouting out the 14.  Don't have a radio but keep an eye on your cell.  
Glad to hear Brian can install the facia screen, my tow hook comes off in 1 minute, if I remember to bring the corect allen wrench.


It's going to be a nice day and a great event, see everyone guys there!

Mike

[Steph]

Ben, I'm planning on 7 am arrival too.  Leaving Monrovia on the 215 about 5:30 am, maybe I'll see you on the road?  BTW my van will kick you trucks ass, don't try to race me!



Mike

Mike... you forgot I tow with a Hot Rod Lincoln..... >v

[redtanrt10]

Hey Steph, haven't seen your Lincoln but I've just got a lowly ford.  Look forward to seeing you and glenn!

[hemotox]

Can you guys put me down?  I'll come out for a few hours and take pictures..........  >u

Will need PCHVIPER approval on any prints.  May even drive the SSG out there.   >g

Where is Willow Springs?   >w

ANyone coming up the 405 into the San Fernando Valley?

[hemotox]

So Dan use to be about 4 miles away in West LA, now he is in Alhambra......?  I don't even know where Alhambra is......!

=16

[OriginalRoot]

 O> Not to Worry Doc ! I'll see You at Roxford