Who still drives their cobra in the summer heat

[1795]

Originally Posted by patrickt

I took her out for an hour long drive this past Sunday, with temps approaching 100 degrees and humidity so thick you could cut it with a knife. By the time I pulled back in to the garage I was worn out, dehydrated, had a momentary lack of concentration while getting out of the car, and put my left ankle right on the pipes. First good burn I've had in maybe five years. But that's what happens when you take your eye off the ball.

Patrick,

I can empathize with you. Those are similar problems that I have to deal with when racing. This past weekend it was in the low 90's with high humidity and when I race I have to wear a three layer fire resistant suit, complete with gloves and helmet. By the time the session is over I am dehydrated, tired and attention is somewhat diminished. I have had calf cramps while on the track as well. When I had my ERA I had a momentary lapse of concentration as I ws in a hurry to move the car after brining it back home for a drive and touched my calf to the side pipes. It happens, and that quick singe does create some memory to remember to avoid it again. Keep safe.

Jim

[Ron61]

I agree with what Patrickt said. I took one of mine for a short drive the other day. The temperature on the thermometer was 117 degrees and the heat index pushed that up to 119/121 degrees. By the time I got home I almost had to just fall out of the car and it took what seemed like two gallons of water and the rest of the day for me to really start feeling very well.

Ron

[MKS427]

Scott, Karl, Keith, and I went out last Sunday. Started early headed up to 7000',actually got a little chill, and then came back to Phoenix. The last hour was about 100° and humid (for Phoenix). I'll be honest, the last hour wasn't pleasant. However, the first three made up for it. If you want to drive, you do what you can to make it work.
Take water, stay hydrated.