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Points: 56 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 22-February-2006 at 21:19
Just to let you know, Im aiming to attend both. I still have lots to learn, so national is fine with me!
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Points: 542 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 22-February-2006 at 18:53
Originally posted by Rapidude Rapidude wrote:

Count me in for April. The Paddys day messing would be too much for me to bear. (Although i'll go over for a look)

 

Brian, why not bring the M3 to the ring at Easter to warm up for the BDD, there is a load of us going over again this year, although the GP track wont be open for us to drive on this year, as those bloody Porsche GT's are using it that weekend
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Count me in for April. The Paddys day messing would be too much for me to bear. (Although i'll go over for a look)

 
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Eamo-  it was fine when I took it out but it's a bit heavy in the corners, and especially now that it's the national and not the international. The scoobie is alot more fun across country but for everything else i'd take the 523 anyday. It's amazing the comfort and refinement in the 5 series when you've gotten out of something else. 
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Points: 1691 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 20-February-2006 at 06:12
I have been practicing the National track in my CSL... if I could get past the next few levels I can unlock the International track. 



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actually bring the scooby but use it to transport he fiver!
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adrian

you dont need an m powered car to enjoy the track day - theres loadsa power in your own 523.

And even then its not about power but getting the most out of you and your car.

leave the scooby at home!
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Points: 946 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 20-February-2006 at 04:06
Originally posted by T.J. T.J. wrote:

HEALY IN BMW-BRAND REVOLT SHOCKER!!!!!

 Trying to slip it in there, all casual-like..

Guys you're hardly going to make a grown man beg, and maybe even cry if you hit him hard and say NO
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I did over 60miles in mine aswell. It's more than enough... that's 60miles between 4,000 & 6,500rpm, and an 8.4mpg average for the day  

Tyres & brakes are the obvious wear items. Technique minimises the wear to these alot, so head out with someone experienced if tis your first time, as a few tips on braking points and lines make a big difference. 

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Points: 457 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 19-February-2006 at 11:38
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Unfortunately I cannot make the 29th as I am away that week and travelling out on that morning.  I hope you get the numbers k.

Originally posted by e30King e30King wrote:

What's the layout for the day?

Check mondello.ie for the circuit layout.  In terms of organisation, the cars will get divided into 2-3 groups which are based on the power of the cars (so people will be driving with cars of a similar ability).  The groups go out alternately for 8-10 laps and then come in to let the other group off/allow brakes etc to cool.

How many laps do we get?

Between 30-60 depending on how handy you take it and whether your engine blows up or not.  I can't remember exactly but i recall Eamo did 64 miles on his obc last time iirc.  If this sounds like very little, believe me its not.

What's the likely cost?

€150-200

Apart from tyres, what gets the hardest abuse from a session like this, your trousers?

 brakes, gearbox, and nappies

 
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Hiya guys,

Would love to give the national circuit a good lash, as I haven't attended a track day before - few questions first though:

What's the layout for the day?

How many laps do we get?

What's the likely cost?

Apart from tyres, what gets the hardest abuse from a session like this, your trousers?

 

 
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Hi K

Was wondering what the story is with bringing guests to the track day on the 29th of April?

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HEALY IN BMW-BRAND REVOLT SHOCKER!!!!!

 Trying to slip it in there, all casual-like..



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Points: 2629 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 17-February-2006 at 07:27

Originally posted by AHEALY AHEALY wrote:

Sorry I've been away from the forum for a while. I should be ok for 29th APril. Will probably take out the scoobie instead of the e39 because of the power to weight ratio if that's ok. If I get an e36 m3 non evo in the mean time i'll take that out instead.

Better make sure you are allowed

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Sorry I've been away from the forum for a while. I should be ok for 29th APril. Will probably take out the scoobie instead of the e39 because of the power to weight ratio if that's ok. If I get an e36 m3 non evo in the mean time i'll take that out instead.
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Points: 2332 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 16-February-2006 at 12:46
My 30th is the next day, & exams the following week in UK, but I AIN'T missing the tracktime!!!
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Points: 4161 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 16-February-2006 at 12:13
I'm provisional for April - will depend on when my exams finish.
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Points: 15508 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 16-February-2006 at 11:20
All defininte now.
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Sat April 29th (pm) National Circuit
Sat Oct 8th (pm) International Circuit

I will draw up application forms in due course.


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Points: 46 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 16-February-2006 at 11:15
Hey Killian would love to do the 29th i'm free for it. Would love the to try either as this would be my first track day.
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