First Time Autox/ VA
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First Time Autox/ VA
I'm attending my first autocross on saturday and was wondering what i should do to prep myself and my car. I'm attending a Capital driving club event in VA and I don't want to show up without being at least a bit ready. Any advice would be greatly appreciated, thanks HT.
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Re: First Time Autox/ VA
This will be included in the FAQ (*sigh*...still coming...), but here you go. A little outdated, but all the information you require will be there.
http://www.sfrscca.org/solo2/faq/auto.htm
And my own partial contribution, for the heck of it:
Preparing for your first HPDE/Autocross event:
-Register in advance (typically required)
-Make sure your car is safe BEFORE arrival. This means, tires that aren't balding/cording, brakes that have material left on the pads and rotors that aren't cracked, and suspension arms that aren't falling off. You would also want the seats to be firmly bolted down. Basic stuff, but you'd be surprised what turns up at some events.
-Pack your helmet, whatever clothes are necessarily (a long-sleeve shirt, pants, and closed-toed shoes are the basics), food, water, spare parts, etc. A checklist will ensure that you don't forget anything. Doing this the night before you leave will also give your brain time to remember that last thing that you forgot.
-Show up to the event early or at least on-time. Show up late, and at best you'll receive a scolding and will have to rush through registration, unpacking, etc. At worst, you won't be allowed to participate. Have all papers, helmet, ID, and whatever else is required at-hand to make this process smooth. If anything is unclear, ask one of the registrars or organizers. (NOTE: Autocrosses are run differently from track days. You will usually have two heats, with half the group driving in the first half and half the group driving in the second half. When you're not driving, you'll have other duties. Make sure you know what those duties/times are.)
-Go to class! There will usually be a driver's meeting first thing. This is important, even if you're more experienced. Special circumstances are often addressed that you need to know about. After the meeting you'll usually have a classroom thing to attend. That is EXTREMELY important. You'll not only get a card or something that will allow you on-track for your first session, but you'll learn all the basic safety procedures and rules for track driving. You NEED to know this stuff.
-Have fun and enjoy the ride!
http://www.sfrscca.org/solo2/faq/auto.htm
And my own partial contribution, for the heck of it:
Preparing for your first HPDE/Autocross event:
-Register in advance (typically required)
-Make sure your car is safe BEFORE arrival. This means, tires that aren't balding/cording, brakes that have material left on the pads and rotors that aren't cracked, and suspension arms that aren't falling off. You would also want the seats to be firmly bolted down. Basic stuff, but you'd be surprised what turns up at some events.
-Pack your helmet, whatever clothes are necessarily (a long-sleeve shirt, pants, and closed-toed shoes are the basics), food, water, spare parts, etc. A checklist will ensure that you don't forget anything. Doing this the night before you leave will also give your brain time to remember that last thing that you forgot.
-Show up to the event early or at least on-time. Show up late, and at best you'll receive a scolding and will have to rush through registration, unpacking, etc. At worst, you won't be allowed to participate. Have all papers, helmet, ID, and whatever else is required at-hand to make this process smooth. If anything is unclear, ask one of the registrars or organizers. (NOTE: Autocrosses are run differently from track days. You will usually have two heats, with half the group driving in the first half and half the group driving in the second half. When you're not driving, you'll have other duties. Make sure you know what those duties/times are.)
-Go to class! There will usually be a driver's meeting first thing. This is important, even if you're more experienced. Special circumstances are often addressed that you need to know about. After the meeting you'll usually have a classroom thing to attend. That is EXTREMELY important. You'll not only get a card or something that will allow you on-track for your first session, but you'll learn all the basic safety procedures and rules for track driving. You NEED to know this stuff.
-Have fun and enjoy the ride!
Re: First Time Autox/ VA
Pretty soon Stinky all your hard work will have paid off.
Anyone else who doesnt read will have the wrath of the "Stenched One" to deal with.
The FAQ's are looking good!
Thanks for all your hard work so far!
The Filthy One!
Anyone else who doesnt read will have the wrath of the "Stenched One" to deal with.
The FAQ's are looking good!
Thanks for all your hard work so far!
The Filthy One!
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