Support Team Shaun_E Posted October 4, 2002 Support Team Share Posted October 4, 2002 Llandow is my first ever track day and I have just received the final instructions so I need some help. I have FIA bar, fire extinguisher fitted in front of passenger seat ( at 0.8kg smaller than recommended but I didn't know that when I bought it), helmet (Snell SA2000), std K series so no catch tank required, 4 point harneses. Instructions say that lights need to be taped up - what sort of tape is best and how should it be applied (I've seen pictures with a cross of tape on the lights)? Is it just the head lights or should indicators and rear clusters be taped too? Anything else I should do? Are there air lines available or do I need a pressure gauge and foot pump? Car is an SL running 185/60 13 021R's - suggestions for tyre pressures gratefully received. Shaun Yellow SL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F355GTS Posted October 4, 2002 Share Posted October 4, 2002 Shaun Gaffer tape or electrical tape, it is common to get a few stones flying around, the reason for taping is to stop glass fallling o nthe track, if you love your car use gaffer tape and cover the whole glass area, no need to do the platic indicators, rear clusters etc. Again if you love your car (ie you don't like stone chips) apply masking tape the paintwork above, below and to the side of the rear wing protectors Check your Oil and take some spare along as well, check it at least at lunchtime if not more frequently Won't be airlines there so take a pump/ gauge, pressures try starting at 21 cold, see how you get on Do you have an Apollo? if not keep an eye on your Oil Pressure gauge particulaly through the fast last corner on to the front straight Take some Instruction if available and build up your speed throughout the day, don't be concerned that others maybe going much faster at the beginning, by the end you'll be up with them, but in the meantime keep an eye on your mirror and let them past on the straights The track has been resurfaced and in one or two areas the old surface extends beyond the edges at a lower level. try to avoid using this 'extra' space as there is a slight possibility of damaging a tyre wall (yours not theirs although if you get it very wrong maybe both!!) The chicane at the end of the back straight seems very tight if you approach in the 'normal manner' ie entry on the far left of the track for the first RH part, try approaching about 1 to 1.5 metres from the righthandside, I was able to go through without lifting and then braking sharply on the otherside (some balls required ) The braking area for the 'bus stop' chicane at the end of the front straight is very bumpy.... don't leaveit too late it's easy to get the front wheels skipping along the bumps Have fun Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robmar Posted October 4, 2002 Share Posted October 4, 2002 Shaun - i will bring a long a foot pump and pressure gauge so feel free to borrow them my missus is in the same group as you , so look out for a metalic orange superlight 😬 rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Support Team Shaun_E Posted October 4, 2002 Author Support Team Share Posted October 4, 2002 Mark, Thanks for the advice. Unfortunately no Apollo tank yet - planned when I get car serviced early next year - so will have to keep an eye on oil pressure. Rob, Thanks for the offer of the footpump/gauge - will look out for the car. See you there, Shaun Yellow SL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECR Posted October 4, 2002 Share Posted October 4, 2002 Shaun Good advice from F355GTS. I will be there and am happy to give you any "hand holding" you need on your first day (I still remember mine....just !) Green/Yellow car with Club web site sticker on bonnet (and plenty of "patina"). 😬 Ex Chairman Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Perry Posted October 4, 2002 Share Posted October 4, 2002 You will probably need more fuel than you think as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philwaters Posted October 4, 2002 Share Posted October 4, 2002 21 Cold seems a bit too high to me... I run my 510's at 17 cold and found it much nicer and more forgiving. I think you should aim for around 20 hot.... my personal opinion though.... Phil Waters You mean you can drive these? I thought it was just there to polish 😬 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caterhamnut Posted October 4, 2002 Share Posted October 4, 2002 tie-wraps are always useful 😬26,000 miles in 13 months! angus@tinyworld.co.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red SLR Posted October 4, 2002 Share Posted October 4, 2002 I ran my SL1600 on 17psi front and 16psi rear. This was about 22psi when hot. See X777CAT here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caterhamnut Posted October 4, 2002 Share Posted October 4, 2002 We have always started at 17psi with both A021's and 32's 😬26,000 miles in 13 months! angus@tinyworld.co.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F355GTS Posted October 4, 2002 Share Posted October 4, 2002 Oop's sorry Shaun the advice on tyre pressures from the others is more accurate, I used to run 16 front and 18 rear! gave around 21 hot not cold Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alias Posted October 5, 2002 Share Posted October 5, 2002 Thanks, chaps - it's my first time on Friday 11th. Have printed this thread in anticipation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumpyseven Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 Hi Guys, A bit out of touch at the moment, does anyone know if there are any places left for the Llandow track day. Cheers Stumpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robmar Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 Stumpy - best bet si to drop Geoff Pickin a line although I think it is full, it is only a 30 car day I think rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alias Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 Stumpy, I'm pretty sure there aren't. I applied 2 days after the form came through in my Low Flying - and I was put on the reserve list. I'm sure Geoff will be able to confirm, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul.davis Posted October 9, 2002 Share Posted October 9, 2002 Couple of tips - in addition to above - check your wheelnut torque - I use 55ft lbs, and dont fill your tank to the brim unless you havea no spill overflow system. Ensure you have enough Brake pad before the day starts! Enjoy and see you there 😬 Paul Zeeeeeeetec . . . . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jude Posted October 9, 2002 Share Posted October 9, 2002 Sorry Stumpy...this track day is now fully booked with a long reserve list. Yes its a 30 car day with 10 cars per session....so hopefully would'nt be over crowded. Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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