SRchris Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Hi guys... Just brought track time @ japfest (castle coombe) but its for the advanced drivers.... now I'm told its ok as there are not as many clowns on track. Ive never been on track before in my own car, never mind in an advanced session... I understand the principle of overtaking and respecting other vehicles etc etc... and Im not afraid to treat my car like a slut in bends, but i understand the concept is totally different on track.... whats your thoughts???? whats your advice???? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Amjad Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Just take it easy to begin with. I went on JF2 in my NA and was overtaking quite a few cars. Just use your mirrors, give people plenty of room to pass/let you through and you should be fine! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TimD Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Let quicker cars through, even if they 'shouldn't' be quicker. There will be a briefing you'll have to attend, pay attention in that and you'll be fine? How long is your session? It'll be over before you know it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mattyD Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 dont worry about it mate, just go slow until your confident enough Once your on you will realise how wide the track is............so much room around you Just keep track of whats in your mirrors and you will be fine Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lew777 Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 You'll be fine anyone gets in your way just pit maneuver them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MARC MOSS Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 dont worry about it mate, just go slow until your confident enough Once your on you will realise how wide the track is............so much room around you Just keep track of whats in your mirrors and you will be fineAre you actually going to take yours out this year matt? AnywayStick to the left when you have somebody behind you and indicate to let them know you are aware they are there and let them pass even if it's a micra lol ! don't be a hero have fun and be ready to want to go straight back out as soon as you get in.I have a track day booked on the Monday after at Keevil just to get over the short time I'm out at japfest lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SRchris Posted April 26, 2014 Author Share Posted April 26, 2014 Cheeres lads!!! Will update how it goes can't wait!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MARC MOSS Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 What time are you on and in what car?? I will keep and eye out Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pick1 Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 You'll be fine anyone gets in your way just pit maneuver them.Loving that bit of advice lew Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mattyD Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Are you actually going to take yours out this year matt?AnywayStick to the left when you have somebody behind you and indicate to let them know you are aware they are there and let them pass even if it's a micra lol !don't be a hero have fun and be ready to want to go straight back out as soon as you get in.I have a track day booked on the Monday after at Keevil just to get over the short time I'm out at japfest lol No deal Noel, went and had her sound tested today at the action day and she failed miserably put out a healthy 102db so my track time will be going up for sale.....................again haha! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MARC MOSS Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Get a bung Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mattyD Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 will it not mess with the map? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
akyakapotter Posted April 27, 2014 Share Posted April 27, 2014 will it not mess with the map?I'm putting a bung in and running lower boost Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EP-Azz Posted April 27, 2014 Share Posted April 27, 2014 If someone behind is gonna come past you normally keep to the right of the track with the indicator on to show people behind your letting em past, just don't go too fast too soon Also overtake on the left always and never around corners on the outside Quote Link to post Share on other sites
richglanzav Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 (edited) Some very good advice in here. Its just being aware where the other cars are around you really. In a nutshell, don't go out there thinking your the next Ayrton Senna and everything will be fine. Its a pretty weird feeling going on a proper track helmeted up etc in your own car. Edited April 28, 2014 by richglanzav Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ryan lang Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 They'll let you know which side your allowed to overtake on, and which side to be out the way should anyone be coming up to pass you Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SRchris Posted May 22, 2014 Author Share Posted May 22, 2014 Well guys, Id just like to say a big thank you to all your advice... Got the bug now.. PLEASE WATCH IN HD https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10152254296528283&l=4106097304172757764 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SRchris Posted May 22, 2014 Author Share Posted May 22, 2014 boost problems on the first lap... had a new waste gate set up. and a JAM racing fuel cut... diddnt like it. and she kept hitting fuel cut. we dropped the boost right down to .6 bar Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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