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all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
The old racing @ snetterton thread has changed into a general chat about getting out on track. So I have decided to add this thread and abandon the old one.
Add as you see fit guys.
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27-08-07
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Last Years AROC Donington track day
For you guys still thinking about the AROC Donington Track Day, click the link below, it has all the pictures from last years meet, I have spent most of the evening looking through these. Seen a nice 156 GTA in one of the folders, nice one Simon.
http://xtremesportsphotography.net/g...2_itemId=38292
Last edited by Gentari; 27-08-07 at 19:52.
Reason: spelling...
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29-08-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Gentari,
xstremesports charged me £30 for a cd of those 15 shots of my car, but a good momento nonetheless. This year I am intending to bring along a mate who does a bit of photography in his spare time.
Simon
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29-08-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Originally Posted by sstamp
Gentari,
xstremesports charged me £30 for a cd of those 15 shots of my car, but a good momento nonetheless. This year I am intending to bring along a mate who does a bit of photography in his spare time.
Simon
Sounds like a plan, I will bring my camera and try get some good shots too.
If Paul and any of the other East Anglians go then we can do another line-up, maybe on the track this time.
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31-08-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
So who else has booked up for the AROC Donington Track Day? Have you done it yet Paul?
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31-08-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Originally Posted by Gentari
So who else has booked up for the AROC Donington Track Day? Have you done it yet Paul?
No - I have been so lazy this week - will get on to it tomorrow- honest.
Paul.
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31-08-07
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Re: Last Years AROC Donington track day
The SZ's are just so photogenic on track
The old GTAs too..
Thanks for the link, found a few of me too
Originally Posted by Gentari
For you guys still thinking about the AROC Donington Track Day, click the link below, it has all the pictures from last years meet, I have spent most of the evening looking through these. Seen a nice 156 GTA in one of the folders, nice one Simon.
http://xtremesportsphotography.net/g...2_itemId=38292
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01-09-07
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Re: Last Years AROC Donington track day
Originally Posted by Trailbraker
The SZ's are just so photogenic on track
The old GTAs too..
Thanks for the link, found a few of me too 
No problem, are you going this year TB?
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01-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Unfortunately not this year.
I would have to go to one of Donny unsilenced days I think first, and get measured for sound there while I'm at it.
My car is way quieter than when I went last year, and was asked to leave soon after beginning because I substantially smashed their conservative 98db driveby limit 
..Rigorously automatically computer enforced!
Many other track days are 105db, and I would have passed the 98db static test if it was taken, but driveby results are very environment dependent.
I'm not sure is the placement of the sound monitering stuff on the exit of a 2nd gear corner picking up some induction noise from the supercharger probably at max rpm.
Somebody was telling me that apparently there can be random spikes of noise due to the sound reflecting under the car from the s/c and back towords the listening source.
Its a hell of a track though, I loved all of the measly 6 laps I got in  (3 of these being no-overtaking warmup ones..)
Cheers,
TB
I'm not a doctor - but I really do recommend braking later
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02-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Originally Posted by Trailbraker
Unfortunately not this year.
I would have to go to one of Donny unsilenced days I think first, and get measured for sound there while I'm at it.
My car is way quieter than when I went last year, and was asked to leave soon after beginning because I substantially smashed their conservative 98db driveby limit 
..Rigorously automatically computer enforced!
Many other track days are 105db, and I would have passed the 98db static test if it was taken, but driveby results are very environment dependent.
I'm not sure is the placement of the sound monitering stuff on the exit of a 2nd gear corner picking up some induction noise from the supercharger probably at max rpm.
Somebody was telling me that apparently there can be random spikes of noise due to the sound reflecting under the car from the s/c and back towords the listening source.
Its a hell of a track though, I loved all of the measly 6 laps I got in  (3 of these being no-overtaking warmup ones..)
Cheers,
TB
Shame you won't be there, but I hope I like the track as much as you did. It does look good from the YouTube stuff I have been watching.
I am trying to learn the track a little before I get on it.
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04-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
All going a bit crazy here which is why I haven't posted.
Just sold the house - moving mid October into rented accommodation whilst our new place is being built - begining to look like we are gonna be a bit preoccupied - sorry I'll have to say no- I was really looking forward to this as well.
Always next time.
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04-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Shame, Simon and I will wave the AO flag.
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05-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Work commitments prior to our holiday mean I won't be able to make it this time. After our chat am really keen to have a go though so will look to sorting something out for the next one.
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05-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Originally Posted by SteveG.
Work commitments prior to our holiday mean I won't be able to make it this time. After our chat am really keen to have a go though so will look to sorting something out for the next one.
No worries, I am sure there will be more track days. I will be looking to return to Snetterton in the new year, maybe we can all go then, Paul may be available next time too.
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Paul, am I allowed to steal your signature logo?
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05-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Originally Posted by Gentari
No worries, I am sure there will be more track days. I will be looking to return to Snetterton in the new year, maybe we can all go then, Paul may be available next time too.
I really am disappointed about missing this but we now have to pack a whole house up, store it, find somewhere to rent and oversee a build - from mid- October on - could be a little hectic.
The next time though - I'm your man.
Paul.
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06-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Paul,
Could you not rent a wing of Castle Donington?
Good luck with the build, if you need any QS advice, "I'm your man"!
Simon
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06-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Originally Posted by Gentari
Paul, am I allowed to steal your signature logo?
NO  It is the Reps sig so they stand out when they post.... so slapped wrist go and stand in the corner for 3 days
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Originally Posted by vantastic
NO  It is the Reps sig so they stand out when they post.... so slapped wrist go and stand in the corner for 3 days 
Just in case you were wondering vantastic is not my alter-ego.
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06-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Originally Posted by PaulR
Just in case you were wondering vantastic is not my alter-ego.
Paultastic
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06-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
OK, just thought it was cool and thought I would try use my extreme computer guru skills to steal it...which worked
Will now go to the corner for 3 days...
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06-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Originally Posted by Gentari
OK, just thought it was cool and thought I would try use my extreme computer guru skills to steal it...which worked
Will now go to the corner for 3 days...
OK one day will do as you did ask
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Neil (Gentari) - I am sounding out opinions on this and will get back to you .
Personally I think it is a great idea for people in various regions to show their enthusiasm for their area.
As I say - I'll get back to you asap.
Paul.
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20-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
ASAP means over a week  its being looked at and maybe a area sig or badge below your avatar....watch this space
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23-09-07
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Re: all like going really fast - all track related stuff here
Keep me posted, I may make my own with a big tractor on it!!!
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