I want to join autocross.
I am building a car for it.
what do i need for autocrossing?
helmat? and?
also where is the autocross events around bay-area ?
thanks
I am building a car for it.
what do i need for autocrossing?
helmat? and?
also where is the autocross events around bay-area ?
thanks
Banned
Don't need to build a car or anything. Run what you brung sunny boy. Don't need a helmet... there are loaners.
For autoxing you need...
A nice chair
A nice cooler
A nice hat
An SCCA membership helps
A nice air compressor
A nice tire gauge
And a dedication and the desire to learn, remember you won't be an ace in a day. Be humble, learn from your mistake and above all have fun.
For autoxing you need...
A nice chair
A nice cooler
A nice hat
An SCCA membership helps
A nice air compressor
A nice tire gauge
And a dedication and the desire to learn, remember you won't be an ace in a day. Be humble, learn from your mistake and above all have fun.
Junior Member
Couple places to look:
http://www.sfrscca.org/solo2/
http://www.baautox.com
I also agree, show up and learn some more before making any changes to the car. Otherwise you'll end up spending money on stuff that you'll have to change again later.
Peter
http://www.sfrscca.org/solo2/
http://www.baautox.com
I also agree, show up and learn some more before making any changes to the car. Otherwise you'll end up spending money on stuff that you'll have to change again later.
Peter
Junior Member
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that right there is probably the best piece of advice i have ever read for autoX. i would just add. dont go expecting to be fast, if you go in with the expectation that you will do really well because of how built your car is you will be very disapointed. just remeber you are there above everything else to learn to become a better driver and remember that any comment positive or otherwise is meant to help you become a better driver and not as an attack at your ability. i was told by one guy that my last run "looked like crap and you need to learn how to brake" i also had another guy strait up ask me wtf was wrong with my car and how i could drive it in its state (really bad bushnigs made my caster change under braking and accelerating) both comments were a bit rough to hear but i knew what the guys meant and i didnt take offense to it
And a dedication and the desire to learn, remember you won't be an ace in a day. Be humble, learn from your mistake and above all have fun. </TD></TR></TABLE>
that right there is probably the best piece of advice i have ever read for autoX. i would just add. dont go expecting to be fast, if you go in with the expectation that you will do really well because of how built your car is you will be very disapointed. just remeber you are there above everything else to learn to become a better driver and remember that any comment positive or otherwise is meant to help you become a better driver and not as an attack at your ability. i was told by one guy that my last run "looked like crap and you need to learn how to brake" i also had another guy strait up ask me wtf was wrong with my car and how i could drive it in its state (really bad bushnigs made my caster change under braking and accelerating) both comments were a bit rough to hear but i knew what the guys meant and i didnt take offense to it
Honda-Tech Member
Regarding the "building a car" comment, there is no way you'll buy a bunch of stuff, bolt it on, and be done with the car. That said, I dont know how far along you are but try to keep the car the way it is now (no matter what that is) and let experience tell you what to modify on the car. If the car is doing something you dont like, adjust it after the fact. Also, tire pressures and alignment will make a huge impact at autox. Start "building" your car from there.
be professional
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Great!
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Stop!
Don't touch anything yet!
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A helmet, your entry fee, a tire pressure gauge, a portable 12v air compressor, sunblock, and some drinks and snacks. That's all you need to get started.
Great!
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Stop!
Don't touch anything yet!<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">what do i need for autocrossing?
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A helmet, your entry fee, a tire pressure gauge, a portable 12v air compressor, sunblock, and some drinks and snacks. That's all you need to get started.
Honda-Tech Member
The MOST significant mod anybody can make during their first year of autocrossing, is to their brain. Learn how to drive (note: autocrossing is NOT the same as street racing, or any other kind of racing for that matter).
You will learn infinitely more in your first year driving a SLOW car with crappy tires, than a fast car with R-compound tires. Why? Because you will learn how to get the most out of your slow car and your ability will eventually surpass it. But with a fast car, the car will always be better than you, and it will be extremely hard to gauge your progress - as in, you won't know if it was you that made the great run, or the car.
A good club will have a novice or rookie class and/or a real stock class allowing street tires. This is a great place to start. Don't spend a lot of money in your first year. Heck, you might not even like the sport, and if you didn't spend a millon bucks you can walk away with a lot of $ still in your pocket.
MOST importantly, HAVE FUN and MEET PEOPLE. The bottom line is, it's about a 10-hour day with about 5 minutes of seat time (if you're lucky). If you don't make it an enjoyable social activity, you're probably not going to enjoy it.
Good luck!
You will learn infinitely more in your first year driving a SLOW car with crappy tires, than a fast car with R-compound tires. Why? Because you will learn how to get the most out of your slow car and your ability will eventually surpass it. But with a fast car, the car will always be better than you, and it will be extremely hard to gauge your progress - as in, you won't know if it was you that made the great run, or the car.
A good club will have a novice or rookie class and/or a real stock class allowing street tires. This is a great place to start. Don't spend a lot of money in your first year. Heck, you might not even like the sport, and if you didn't spend a millon bucks you can walk away with a lot of $ still in your pocket.
MOST importantly, HAVE FUN and MEET PEOPLE. The bottom line is, it's about a 10-hour day with about 5 minutes of seat time (if you're lucky). If you don't make it an enjoyable social activity, you're probably not going to enjoy it.
Good luck!
ballin
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A helmet, your entry fee, a tire pressure gauge, a portable 12v air compressor, sunblock, and some drinks and snacks. That's all you need to get started.[/QUOTE]
Best thing to bring. You'll be there all day in the hot *** sun. They have food for sale there most of the time, but they rip you a new hole with their prices.
A helmet, your entry fee, a tire pressure gauge, a portable 12v air compressor, sunblock, and some drinks and snacks. That's all you need to get started.[/QUOTE]
Best thing to bring. You'll be there all day in the hot *** sun. They have food for sale there most of the time, but they rip you a new hole with their prices.
Honda-Tech Member
I think there is often an age limit (18), and some clubs make sure you have a driver's license.
Don't show up assuming there will be loaner helmets. A lot of places have stopped providing them. Check first. And don't show up thinking you can just borrow someone elses. For me, letting someone borrow my helmet is like letting someone borrow my underwear - I'm not really into it. The idea of letting a stranger grind his greasy/sweaty hair into my helmet, and then putting that on my head, isn't exactly my cup of tea.
Additionally, some clubs give discounts if you're a member of their club or a member of the SCCA. Sometimes it's worth the price of membership if you look at the savings over the entire season.
Lastly, buy some magazines that cater to the sport. Grassroots Motorsports and the SCCA publication (included with the membership) are two of the best. There's also a small west coast publication, but I forget the name (I suspect that one is subscription only).
Don't show up assuming there will be loaner helmets. A lot of places have stopped providing them. Check first. And don't show up thinking you can just borrow someone elses. For me, letting someone borrow my helmet is like letting someone borrow my underwear - I'm not really into it. The idea of letting a stranger grind his greasy/sweaty hair into my helmet, and then putting that on my head, isn't exactly my cup of tea.
Additionally, some clubs give discounts if you're a member of their club or a member of the SCCA. Sometimes it's worth the price of membership if you look at the savings over the entire season.
Lastly, buy some magazines that cater to the sport. Grassroots Motorsports and the SCCA publication (included with the membership) are two of the best. There's also a small west coast publication, but I forget the name (I suspect that one is subscription only).
Member
It is very useful to know what class you're going to be driving in. Please post up what your car is and ALL of your car modifications and we will be able to tell you what class it puts you in.
Also, don't be shy, ask to ride along as much as you can. Most drivers are happy to do this as long as they aren't on their 3rd run.
The first SFR event is on January 29th. It's a practice event ehich means it runs just like a regular event, just not for points.
Also, don't be shy, ask to ride along as much as you can. Most drivers are happy to do this as long as they aren't on their 3rd run.
The first SFR event is on January 29th. It's a practice event ehich means it runs just like a regular event, just not for points.
Honda-Tech Member
don't forget to bring some comfortable shoes for COURSE WORKING.
running around picking up cones in Race shoes can be a pain
don't worry to much about your car at first. of course depending on what class your in. some decent tires FALKEN AZENIS , stiffer spring rates, rear sway bar(fwd car) and a good alignment setup will work wonders
running around picking up cones in Race shoes can be a pain
don't worry to much about your car at first. of course depending on what class your in. some decent tires FALKEN AZENIS , stiffer spring rates, rear sway bar(fwd car) and a good alignment setup will work wonders
Junior Member
My sugesting would be to leave the car alone, do not touch anything but the tire pressures and maybe the alignment for at least half-a-season. You need to focus on you before you focus on the car. Learn how to drive before you change the car. Chaging the car before you nkow how to drive it will hurt your driving, in my opinion.