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A lap of Wakefields new surface.
I had a chance to have a practice at Wakefield today.
We arrived at about 1.00pm and had the Track to ourselves for the afternoon. Sam, (new track guy) said just go for it, so we did. I hoped in the car with karen and she did the same with me, I will leave the stories for the nationals very funny. The air temp was 6 degree and it was almost impossible to get the tires to stick. I was off pace a bit today and most laps are in the 1.12.00 range. Here is one of the laps. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlqPdSegKN0 Click on the View in high quality, the image is much better you can see the gauges. Phil |
Looks smooth Phil, and so does the track **) , particularly at the last hairpin onto the front straight, the braking zone at that point was a bit lumpy.
Thanks for the preview. I'll be practicing at my desk :) Cameron |
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Lets just say there was a bit toooooooooooooooo much Ballast on the passanger side of the car when i went around...........:JEKYLHYDE:JEKYLHYDE: Its only a really good spin when you crunch dirt in your mouth and it gets in places you never thought possible!!! |
Cant wait
Phil
That has me keen as mustard now, I had completely forgotten the circuit layout. Whats a track like with new surface? Been in the garage since I got home fitting oil accumulator like PhilN's as dont wont any oil problems like last track outing. Also got myself a nice suede Sparco sport steering wheel, already been making broom broom noises in the garage :D Leeroy ps/ still waiting for more goodies from Texas Speed. |
Thanks for that Phil, Having never driven around the track I will be watching that a few times between now and October
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Leeroy,
as if you need any more 'go fast bits' - %/ You guys are really starting to worry me :( Cameron |
Better
The surface is much better and the braking zones are smoother.
I wouldn't say it is perfect as the drop off to some of the ripple strips are signficant. Leigh I hope your parts don't arrive:3DSMILE: Keen as, will try and get another couple of runs on the track before the nationals. Having too much fun. Phil |
Cool!
Down to the workshop now.. |
So Philm, what speed did you hit on the main straight?
Cheers |
Fast enough
HI Al,
I checked thru the lap timer information and the highest speed on the main straight was 189km/hr. Phil |
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I'm wondering what type of camera you were using ? I would like to make some in-car shots myself once I've finished building my unit. Regards, Rob. Smith |
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HI Rob,
The camera I use was recomended by Pneall, I must say the results are great. The youtube stuff is a much lower resolution, played from the original file on a tv is awsome. http://www.chasecam.com/packages/Kit-RK1 Phil |
Ouch, A bit pricey but it's something to save for. By the way your track video was inspiring. Not many gear changes. Is this normal or do you have too much horsepower ?
Smithy, |
Gear changes,
HI Rob,
The gear changes really depend on your car, I think.... or hope.... most drivers would do the same. My drive line is very happy in third, it pulls well from down low and I find it better just to rev out to 7200 then change gear, it feels quicker. Phil |
G'Day Phil,
WOW 7,200 rpm on a V8 that's impressive. The video sounds like you're not reving too hard but if it's doing that kind of revs it sounds mighty healthy and it doesn't sound stressed at all. Congradulations on a strong sounding engine ( + performance ) How many gears ? I've got 5. |
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