Scot,
HJC CL5 helmet...is that a brand of helmet? I have a convertible and plan on
running it with the top down. I don't mind getting something close to $200.
I might end up using it for motorcycle riding.
Pat Kelly,
>It would be nice if you'd stick with the same number. It shortens the
>scorer's job (me!).
I do want to stick with a number, but I was using masking tape for my
numbers today and didn't use the numbers i wanted because of time. I want to
use the numbers 624. I hope it isn't already taken...
>Did you stick around for the fun runs at the end?
No, not today. I wanted to but I had other engagements. Hopefully, with
better planning, I'll be able to block out an entire day for autoxing.
>What tire pressure did you run? Sounds like it might have been low.
>Smoothness (little tire squeal) helps the tires last longer, too.
I ran 40psi all around. Someone took a look at my tires (I missed his name)
and he thought I was just about right. I was using the entire thread surface
and not much more. He suggested dropping a pound or two in the rear or
adding the same in the front.
Randall,
> It's rare you'll find a novice who points to themselves as a driver
> when asked what needs to be improved.
:-) I even sucked at Gran Turismo. My car is the best-handling vehicle I've
ever driven, maybe with the possible exception of my bro-in-law's 530i. I
can't blame the car when I've never put her through this kind of treatment
before. Give me a few more months though. I'll get cocky too. :-)
> Also, pick up a copy of "Secret's of Solo" from a book store. There's
> some good driving technique stuff in there, if it can be applied it'll
> take seconds off your time.
Thanks! I'll look for it.
> This book will get you thinking the right way, the hard part is
> thinking (applying it) while going through a slalom
I'll second that. I had read quite a bit before getting on the course today,
but most of it was out of my mind while I was running...
Kevin,
> Well, I haven't worn my "Race Car Slut" shirt yet, so if your 318 drives
> anything like an M3 I'll be glad to hop in. ;)
You're hilarious. It's nowhere near 240hp, but it still handles like a BMW.
:-)
> Cheap HJC *if* you only plan to use it for autocross. If you're
interested in
> open track events the open-face "M" rated helmets are often not allowed,
and I
> don't recommend open-face helmets for motorcycle use, either.
Hhmm, so the auto helmets(closed face) are automatically ok for motorcycle
use?
Thanks again for the response, comments and advice everyone.
-Arnold
----- Original Message -----
From: "Kevin Stevens" <Kevin_Stevens@pursued-with.net>
To: "The Brain7" <the_brain7@hotmail.com>; <ba-autox@autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, July 15, 2001 10:49 PM
Subject: Re: First event, can't wait for the next...
> > was the track. Lots of gravel. :-( oh well...) On all of my runs, I
could
> > easily point out the areas where I misjudged/miscalculated or just plain
did
> > the wrong thing. I know that if I had remained focused on the course and
> > concentrated on my driving, I would've made better times. At the next
event,
> > I'm letting someone else drive my car at least once. Any volunteers?
It's an
> > underpowered beemer. ;-) I just hope that I don't forget everything I
picked
> > up today by then.
>
> Well, I haven't worn my "Race Car Slut" shirt yet, so if your 318 drives
> anything like an M3 I'll be glad to hop in. ;)
>
> > Questions:
> > -Once I pick a number, do I have to stick with it for the rest of the
> season?
>
> No, but if you do pick one and want to keep it, there is a sign-up list
where
> you can reserve it.
>
> > -I noticed non-SCCA autocross events on the calendar, am I allowed to
attend
> > or do I need to be a member (A.A.S., NASA/X)?
>
> As Scot said. The concrete surfaces at Marina and Mather will feel quite
> different than GGF, you may get more tire wear depending on your driving
> style, but it will probably be more even.
>
> > -Any advice on choosing a helmet? I wear glasses and was told open-face
> > helmets offer better visibility...
>
> Cheap HJC *if* you only plan to use it for autocross. If you're
interested in
> open track events the open-face "M" rated helmets are often not allowed,
and I
> don't recommend open-face helmets for motorcycle use, either.
>
> > -Where do I figure out how I'm doing versus other novices in my class?
My
> PAX
> > index is .781. It means nothing to me at the moment.
>
> When the results are posted on the web site, check there. Jerry has a
list
> linked to the results showing how everyone does against their indices at
each
> event. Couple of notes: PAX is a statistical value based on National
level
> competition, so we're really cheating by using it to score a single
event -
> use it as a guide but don't get carried away with minor variances. Also,
your
> numbers will suck overall because you are on street tires - compare only
to
> your fellow Novices and the Street Tire class.
>
> > -How long do you think I'm gonna be able to use my current tires before
I
> have
> > to get a new set? My tires didn't look so good after today. Will the
shreds
> > affect its street performance?
>
> Shoulder wear generally doesn't end up affecting street life, because
that's
> not where the tires wear out first on the street. There are things you
can do
> to minimize wear, both with alignment and driving technique.
>
> > ps. Thanks, Kevin, for encouraging me to run instead of spectating.
>
> Told ya.
>
> KeS
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