Track Day Protection
#1
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.
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.
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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...
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#6
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
www.texastrifecta.com
#7
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?
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#8
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!
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!
#9
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.
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.