Drumster Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 As this will be my first ever sprint am I now on a slippery slope to addiction, upgrades etc? 😬 What advice would you all give to someone on their first sprint i.e preparation, on arrival, etc, you know all the silly little stuff that you worry about because it's your first time 😳 Chris Alston C7CAT 1800 Supersprint R248 ....and then I jumped in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robmar Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Chris - best advice is get a buddy to help you through, either someone you know or someone in your class to help you through the day and for prep, which class are you in? but a couple of things 1. relax and enjoy the day 2. check you have all your documents and stuff in a wallet and easy to find, don't forget your race license , it is expensive on the day as I found out 3. try and make sure the car is all sorted a week in advance, things like head restraints, yellow tape on battery cables, your master switch really works etc also got my confirmation, better get cracking on all those things rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drumster Posted March 18, 2009 Author Share Posted March 18, 2009 Rob, Thanks. I'm in Class 3, guess I be bothering the Calverts then 😬 Chris Alston C7CAT 1800 Supersprint R248 ....and then I jumped in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Durrant Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Chris I suggest you get an experienced sprinter local to you to cheeck the car over before the first event to minimise the chances of having any problems at scruitineering. Some people choose to prepare a checklist of things to take with them including race licence, MoT, Insurance, competitors registration card (to be sent out soon), overalls, helmet, timing strut, race numbers, race boots, petty strut, steering wheel and cut off switch (yes I know someone who set off for Llandow with the their car on the trailer leaving them on the kitchen worktop) etc. Please read the final instructions (you will be surprised how many don't) and make sure you arrive in plenty of time especially if travelling on the morning of the event as sods law will dictate a puncture or traffic will delay your arrival and there is nothing worse than rushing around prior to practice. I will be happy to show you the ropes at Goodwood Mark D Comp Sec Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Support Team Shaun_E Posted March 18, 2009 Support Team Share Posted March 18, 2009 Chris - Gill and I will be there and the Calverts too. Some other tips: 1. Have as much of the car prepared as possible - I assume you are trailering so you can have it all set up before hand. As we drive we have to fit timing strut, numbers, remove windscreen, etc. as soon as we get there. 2. Sign on as soon as you get there - get's it out the way. 3. Make sure you know how scrutineering will be done - at some places they come to you, others you go to them either 1st come 1st serve or, in some cases, in class order. I was a bit pannicky at my first event but the reality is you will have plenty of time to do everything you need to. Shaun Yellow SL #32 - member of Drowned Rat Racing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robmar Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 and another thing when you get to scrutinneering, tell the scrutineer it is your first event and ask him to tell you what he is looking for and why, they are usually very helpful and also remember a pound (i think it is still that value) as the scrutineer has to put an MSA sticker on your helmet to say it has been validated the first time, even though they will always check Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david nelson Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 No new here. was it e-mail or post? David Found it in my spam folder 😬 😬 😬 😬 😬 😬 😬 😬 😬 😬 😬 *thumbup* *thumbup* *thumbup* *thumbup* *smile* *smile* *smile* *smile* *smile* *smokin* *smokin* *smokin* *smokin* Edited by - David Nelson on 18 Mar 2009 15:19:31 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robmar Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 David - it was only sent to those that sent a £110 cheque 😬 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Bowler Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Ditto all the above. The one thing I got caught out with last year was paperwork. You need road tax/insurance/registration/driving license as well as competition license. And we all need a petty strut or full cage for this year? (or have I got that wrong?) Plus long list of excuses/thick skin for "banter" if you miss 3rd gear... AB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Durrant Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Alan Petty strut - yes 3rd gear - optional Mark D Comp Sec Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drumster Posted March 18, 2009 Author Share Posted March 18, 2009 Thanks everyone some useful tips that I'm sure I wouldn't have considered *thumbup* Mark, Good advice re getting an experienced sprinter to look over my 7. Problem is, I don't know anyone around Orpington/Kent area that sprints. So I'm wonderng who, if anyone, is fairly close around Surrey or Sussex perhaps. I'd be more than happy to have a blat over to someone. Any offers please? Chris Alston C7CAT 1800 Supersprint R248 ....and then I jumped in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magister Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Mine in my spam folder too. 😬 😬 Must get my nearside wishbone fitted, red anti roll bar on, camber checked, tracking checked, oil and foam changed and learn how to drive it more quickly........ So much to do! 😬 How many entries does the Club usually get? PaulB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Durrant Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Chris I am probably the nearest in Horsham, West Sussex and I would be happy to look over the car for you. Paul Last year everyone who applied was given an entry Mark D Comp Sec Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leadership Team Mcalvert Posted March 18, 2009 Leadership Team Share Posted March 18, 2009 Chris - look forward to seeing you at Goodwood. For what it is worth, the following is my list of "things to take" - however, being Drowned Rat Racing, we are normally the ones borrowing some of the "nice to haves" like footpumps etc (cheers guys!). With your tow car, you have none of these limitations! No doubt others can add to this list? Things to take Final instructions Circuit map Club membership card Sprint championship card (must have) Helmet (must have) Race suit (must have) Timing Strut (must have) Race numbers (must have) Head Rest (must have) Race license (must have) MOT and Insurance docs (must have – sometimes!) Driving shoes Driving gloves Neck Brace (optional) Torque wrench and socket for wheel nuts Jack Engine oil Tool kit Fuel Foot pump Tyre pressure gauge Water/ soft drinks / nibbles Tonneau Octane enhancer Rags & Towel(s) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Englishmaninwales Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 ....and a spare rear bearing kit Malcolm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drumster Posted March 18, 2009 Author Share Posted March 18, 2009 Mark, That's very kind. I will call you in the near future to arrage something. Michael, That's a very comprehensive list. What about the petty strut or will Tam be squashed in the footwell as you'll have fitted it before setting off Chris Alston C7CAT 1800 Supersprint R248 ....and then I jumped in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leadership Team Mcalvert Posted March 19, 2009 Leadership Team Share Posted March 19, 2009 Chris - Looks like my list was sooooo 2008 - must update for 09! Malcolm - good point 😬 Michael, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rgrigsby Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Chris drop me a line if you like me to have a quick look around your car, I'll be at Goodwood as well with my trailer so if you need anything taking down I can help out. I think I classify as an experienced sprinter just about 😳 Cheers Rob G www.SpeedySeven.com Edited by - rgrigsby on 19 Mar 2009 16:41:36 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Englishmaninwales Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I have confirmed that there are still places available for those (like me) who have yet to send Goodwood entries in... 😳 Got my finals today for HDLCC members (sneaky) practice at Loton 28th March - minimum of 5 runs 😬 Malcolm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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