DSG Mustang GT Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 Hey guys and gals, Just curious if anyone has ever taken their car to a open track day event? Might do my first one at the end of the month with the Mustang. Anyone with experience please chime in. What's it like for a beginner? Fun factor? Stories? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GXPaycheck Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 I did my first HPDE course at VIR last month. Had a blast! I was probably greener than the greenest newbie out there (you know you are a newbie when the golf cart passes you!). I got plenty of point by practice! My instructor kept me in 4th gear both days so I could concentrate on learning the line, but the car didn't care. She just powered on through. I did get to pass a few folks on day 2. Where are you going to run? I assume you will get a good tech inspection done. The mechanic will probably recommend better pads for the front. I went with Carbotech AX6's. If you don't have your own helmet, the folks sponsoring the event may have rentals. I went that route and learned quick that wearing glasses is a pain. Get up with your instructor and learn as much about the track as you can (lines, where to lift, brake, etc.). Learn as much as you can prior to getting in the car. Helps you stay ahead of it on the track. Most of all, have fun! I did get track day insurance for the car, that took some of the pressure off. Here's a link for some info: Tarheel Sportscar Club/Triangle Z Club HPDE/Time Trials Click on HPDE in the menu and download the HPDE survival guide. Good reading! My instructor has her own Corvette race car and I got to ride along for a few laps in it. Awesome! Don't know what else I could tell ya. See if you can hook up with some other folks that have been doing it for a while and get some tips. Plus it's nice to know some folks when you get to the track. Have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSG Mustang GT Posted October 9, 2012 Author Share Posted October 9, 2012 Might go to the one in Nelson Ledges, Ohio at the end of the month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 The end of October? Here near Cleveland? How is your car in the snow? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSG Mustang GT Posted October 10, 2012 Author Share Posted October 10, 2012 The end of October? Here near Cleveland? How is your car in the snow? Yeah, didn't expect it to be so late in the year. I saw they have an open day Dec 2nd. That's nuts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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