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Old 05-12-2016 | 12:13 PM
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Track Day Protection

I've tracked my car a few times, but one day at COTA showed actual wear on the rear quarter panel, pic attached.

When I wrapped the front of my car in xpel, the guy didn't go around the edges, so the area getting sandblasted isn't actually protected. What solution have you guys found? I saw someone with a w205 at the track use tons of painters tape, and maybe I could find someone to do a custom xpel job. What do you all suggest?


NOTE: This image is after clay baring. Luckily, you'd never notice if you didn't bend down beneath the car.

Old 05-12-2016 | 04:24 PM
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Blue 3M painters tape is the best. Only because it's not like you track everyday and its easily applied and removed. I see people doing their headlight glass...
Old 05-12-2016 | 04:44 PM
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Something called trakktape. It's awesome
Old 05-12-2016 | 05:42 PM
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Something called trakktape. It's awesome

Beat me to it. Great product and the guy who sells is a racer and really cool to talk to if you have questions. It's clear so your car still looks good like AMG3.2's.

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Old 05-12-2016 | 05:58 PM
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Trakktape ordered. Now I just need a new track day on the schedule! (And a quick look at the brake pads....)
Old 05-13-2016 | 08:17 AM
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I received an email a few days ago saying the Texas Trifecta (mid-June, 3 day event) is open to Novice drivers. Not sure if that was available the last time I provided their link to you in another thread.

www.texastrifecta.com
Old 05-13-2016 | 09:28 AM
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I'm still considering the Texas Trifecta. I don't want an instructor, and I'm cool with point by passing or respectful passing (not race conditions). I just don't want to be stuck behind people who don't point by for half a lap. Which group do you think that would be with this event? Intermediate or Advanced/Solo?
Old 05-13-2016 | 04:25 PM
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Typically, most folks at CoTa are pretty good at giving point by's. Those who don't, don't fall into a single particular run group.

From what I have seen, it is the event organizers that place you into a run group. I have never picked my own group. If you choose to sign up then you can discuss with them your preference and see what they say.

Having an instructor isn't a bad thing. They won't slow you down - and may even help to speed you up some. I had to put my time in Novice (w/instructor), then Intermediate (solo), then advanced. It's a natural progression that serves good purpose.

Hope to see you out there!
Old 05-15-2016 | 06:05 PM
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Just registered for Friday!

To be clear, I'd love a good, free instructor. Also, I certainly welcome a "ride check" for all of us who are new to their system to make sure we're not going to endanger anyone.
Old 05-16-2016 | 09:56 PM
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Have a great time Friday, turns out I'm signed up for Saturday. Perhaps we'll cross paths another time.

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