track day

[silo84]

Trying to put together a track day at talledega Grand Prix race track in Alabama. Need 15 cars/driver to fill the field.
Here there website for more detail www.tgprace.com/

Looking at April 3rd 2015 as the date,
Don't need a race car just something fun to drive

[silo84]

Max cost should be $150. But hopefully less depending on turnout

[silo84]

Zero interest! Disappointing

[silo84]

Got a few people wanting to try this again, Looking at early November so the temps will be cooling off enough.

Same set up as before reply to this thread if your interested.

[silo84]

Bump...

No firm date other than November, group will collaborate on best day.

thanks

[silo84]

bump

Got a few committed from work at a small car plant near t town ;) (none from this site yet)

got a 80 corvette with TPI 350/TKO600
my 73 Camaro with 350/tko 500 (hopefully have my new to me FItech installed by November)
Suburu WRX
and a maybe on a 2015 mustang GT
as you can see it will be quite a diverse group of cars all are welcome, ill update the car list as I get committments

[silo84]

Bump


Think I have narrowed in on a date 11/14/16 (its a Monday).

So the committed cars so far:

1973 Camaro
1980 Corvette
Suburu WRX STI
1989 Mustang GT or something else he owns

Tentative:
2015 Mustang GT
Infiniti G35


there are rumblings of a few (3 so far) more interested but I haven't spoken directly so ill hold off on them. Would really like to see some more older American iron in the field. Shoot me a PM or reply back to the thread with any questions

thanks

[silo84]

Have a few more commitments from guys at work,

2008 mustang gt500
And another infinity g35 I guess they are popular

[silo84]

Nailed down pricing today for the track rental. its $1600 for 15 cars with $100 per additional car over 15. So that is pretty cheap for a track rented from 8am -5pm with a mandatory 1 hr lunch break for the track crew.

Reply to the thread with any questions or interest,

looks pretty pitiful talking to myself on this thread.

[silo84]

I'm am up to about 13 cars wanting to participate from work, looking for about 18 car field so there are a few spots left. First come first serve for available spots.

Please reply to the thread with any interest or questions. (seriously no one want to play cars?):poke:

[silo84]

Bump...

Still need about 5 cars/participants. here is the list of cars so far


My 73 Camaro or the s-10 blazer with LS1 6 speed I just picked up for a song
1980 vette TPI with TKO
89 mustang Gt
84 Volvo 244 ??
2008 Gt500
2014 merc E550 coupe
1995 Camaro
2005 Subaru WRX
90 vette 6 speed
and one guy that is going to buy something between now and November just for the event (ahh.... to be single)

[silo84]

have a couple more participants that signed up yesterday after I posted

240sx SCCA race car
Porsche Boxtster

few still waiting on the fence:

Viper GTS
2016 mustang Gt
2004 Infiniti G35s

That bumps the list up to 12, going for 15-18, but 12 should be enough since it wont bump the price too bad $133 vs $107. If you have any interest or just think its cool reply to the thread, Id be happy with any response at this point. :nopity:

[CamaroMike]

My car developed the rod knocks :( trying to get this new engine in asap. I don't think I will be able to make it but if anything changes I will let you know.

[silo84]

My car developed the rod knocks :( trying to get this new engine in asap. I don't think I will be able to make it but if anything changes I will let you know.

Sorry to here about your car, hopefully you can find a good deal on a new engine, good luck.

If all goes well in November I hope to do another track day in the spring

[silo84]

Starting to take up Deposits for the track day, here is the last email I sent out to the participants:

All right track day participants,

Below is the current list of people and their cars. It’s time to commit fully and pony up the cash, Need to have $100 deposits from everyone by September 30th 2016. If I receive 15 or more people by that date we will book the track and your deposit becomes nonrefundable. If we do not meet our goal of 15 we will have a discussion if we want to cover the difference and go with the number we have(do the math $1600/number of participants). If we choose not to proceed with less than 15 everyone will receive their deposits back in full. Clear ??

Any difference to actual amount required will be collected by October 14, 2016, ( I have zero interest in covering the difference myself).

Please reply all with any question so to make this a group conversation and we can all be on the same page.

[AU Doc]

Sweet! I had no idea it was actually affordable to do this! I don't have anything even remotely close to ready for this right now, but maybe in six months or so I'll be ready.

[silo84]

Yes it is quite cheap for a day of track time.

But finding 14 other participants seems to be impossible.

Taking all cars your wife's Camry all the way to Lambos.

[AU Doc]

Hahaha! I hear ya. I guess it would be interested to see how the suburban faired :)

I wish I had something even remotely trackable b/c I'd be there. This at least is motivation for next time!

[camaro468]

i would like to be in on track day, if is not to late

[silo84]

Not too late!! I'll shoot you a pm tomorrow to get you more info

[silo84]

pm sent, any others interested??

[silo84]

Well the list have morphed with people dropping out and people adding but here is the current list

1973 Camaro (Silo84)
1980 Corvette
1989 Mustang GT
2016 Mustang Gt
2001 Porsche Boxster S
2008 Mustang GT 500
1990 corvette 6 Speed
Nissan 240 SX
Viper GTS
1969 Camaro RS/SS (Camaro 468)
2014 Mercedes E550 Coupe
Toyota MR2
and one car Still TBB (to be bought)

[silo84]

Also a
1984 Mustang SVO just got added

[silo84]

Added a Mercedes 204 c class amg. To bring us to 15. So the event is gonna happen could/would take a few more if anyone is on the fence.

[silo84]

Track day sign up is closed, we have 20 going so that fills up the roster.

Ill post some pictures after for your enjoyment

[AU Doc]

Was yesterday the track day? Any pictures?

[silo84]

Sorry for the late reply, been on vacation.

Had the track day on Tuesday 11/15/16, then went to the Moultrie swap meet to pick up some deals for my old junk.

I have a few pictures but can't seem to load them directly. any suggestions?

[AU Doc]

You could use PhotoBucket or another online photo sharing site, and post the images from there. The link would look something like

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And when you submit the post the forum will automagically insert the image.

[silo84]

My junk loaded and ready to go play

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Some of the other cars waiting for their session

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Few shots on the track

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and one poor tire that got pushed too hard on a lemons/chump car

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[silo84]

We are already planning our next track day for the spring.

April 14th is the tentative date, let me know if there is any interest list is up to 13 commitments so far.

[AU Doc]

Awesome!!! Is it one car on the track at a time?

I wish my car would be ready by April, but I just don't see it happening. Maybe in time for next fall.

[silo84]

We did 5-6 cars on the track at a time for ~20 min sessions.

ended up with exactly 15 cars after the last minute drops and what not

[AU Doc]

This would make for some epic GoPro footage!

[silo84]

Few more pictures from the track day, already up to 14 people wanting to go for the spring.

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[silo84]

So far the spring track day is still on for April 14th, I need to book the track (deposits) by February 1st to reserve the date. reply back if you have any interest or questions.

I've currently got my car torn apart for upgrades (general maintenance if my wife ask) to address issues from the last track day.

[silo84]

Spring track day is gonna happen!
April 14th

I've got 15 so far with room for a few more, would like to see some more American iron going around the track.

[silo84]

Up to 17 cars going, could still take a few more cars especially if they are old school American iron. (its sad, I'm the youngest with the oldest car)

Anyways here's the list:

1973 Chevy Camaro
1988 Ford Mustang GT
Nissan 240SX
2016 Ford Mustang GT
2001 Porsche Boxter S
2016 Q50rs or 1977 Porsche 930
2002 BMW M3
Porsche 930
Porsche Boxster Speedster
Mercedes SLK 55 AMG
2012 Camaro SS
Abarth Fiat 500
2012 CLS AMG
Miata
2014 Merc E550 Coupe
Toyota MR2
1978 Porsche 930

[AU Doc]

I don't think I've got time to get my car ready. It's close, but a month is going to be pushing it :(

[silo84]

yeah, I've got to finish up my new engine install and get some mileage. Hopefully ill get it buttoned up this week.

[AU Doc]

This is getting close! I'm not even going to be there and I'm excited about it :)

Have you guys thought about having someone with a drone fly around and video your laps? Would make for some cool footage!

[silo84]

Yeah getting real close, as usual I need to finish up some last minute things on my car to be ready.

Haven't thought of the drone, I might try the Go-pro this time if my buddy brings them out.

I know it would be a bit of a drive but spectators are welcome (track charges $5 for spectators) if your interested.

[silo84]

Track day tomorrow! Spectators welcome to come out and see what you are missing. Track day starts @ 8:00 am goes till 5:00.

list of cars going:
1973 Chevy Camaro
1988 Ford Mustang GT
Toyota MR2
Miata
2002 BMW M3
Nissan 240SX
2016 Ford Mustang GT
2001 Porsche Boxter S
2016 Q50rs or 1977 Porsche 930
1978 Porsche 930
Porsche 930
Porsche Boxster Speedster
1980 Corvette
2012 Camaro SS
2012 CLS AMG
2014 Merc E550 coupe
Porsche 944
BMW 340i


Pm me if your interested in dropping by

[AU Doc]

I wish I could make it!!!

I would be interested in seeing some lap times for each of the cars.

I'm shooting to have my car road-worthy and on your list by the next track-day. :)

[silo84]

Hopefully November will be the next one, just too hot in the summer in Alabama

[AU Doc]

That's the truth! I spend most of my time in the summer looking for the next air conditioner to move into!

[silo84]

As usual I didn't take a lot of picture but I have a few that I snapped... maybe will get a few more from the other participants.

Ready to go....

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this is what happens when you add a passenger and you run out of clearance to the inner fender bolts, guess we will have to swapped to some button head bolts and get less roll.

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So I put on the new wheels and tires that I brought just in case... 275-35R18 all around what a difference over the 225 front 255 rear set up from earlier in the day.

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Loaded up going home, just the ones who couldn't get enough still hanging around.

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[AU Doc]

Your camaro is sweet! Loving those new wheels, too!

[silo84]

I am also digging the new wheel/tire package. It made quite a difference in my cornering speed. Went from topping out 3rd (95 mph) in the straights to shifting to fourth 1/2 way down the straight it was amazing. Need more alignment tuning to dial in more caster and set camber to a degree or so and try again.

Also went to a cruise-in Saturday afternoon and the Camaro got more attention with the new wheels than it ever had before, so all around massive improvement.

Already looking forward to November.

[AU Doc]

What wheels are they?

[silo84]

They are TSW Sprints 18X9.5 et 20 (roughly 6" of backspacing) B C 5x120. I can't afford the big boy wheels.

[silo84]

Here are some more pictures from track day via photo bucket for your viewing pleasure. Not the greatest but better than nothing.

http://s557.photobucket.com/user/silo84/slideshow/

[AU Doc]

That white BMW looked like it got a little out of shape in one of those! Looks like a ton of fun!!!

[AU Doc]

What are the typical lap times like? Are any of you guys running a cage?

[silo84]

I would be interested in seeing some lap times for each of the cars.

I don't know everyones time but I do have a few examples;

my Camaro running around a 1:18 on the old small tires 225/255 instead of new 275's
the Miata was running 1:20-21 or so
the race prepped Boxster was running 1:13s

so Im pretty happy with my time considering how little experience I have and the room for improvement I have with suspension set up and the new wide tires. might give that Porsche a run for its money in a few more track days :2nd:

[AU Doc]

Haha! I hope you hadn't answered that question already! I completely forgot I'd asked.

That's impressive considering the age difference in those cars!

[silo84]

I have a lot to learn and maybe get a little bigger "eggs" to drive into the braking zone full throttle, still learning the car and gaining confidence in its and my ability.

[AU Doc]

Interestingly enough, that's why I was asking about whether you guys are running cages in your cars or not. Last weekend was the first time I've taken my car out since the suspension upgrades. Going down one of the on-ramps to the interstate a.. ahem... "spirited" pace, I started thinking about all the nearly 60 year old parts still in the car :)

I imagine running up on one of those turns flat out could cause some similar thoughts!

[silo84]

definitely a pucker factor,

I am considering modifying a 74 nova I have for race duty (cage, suspension, LS 6 speed) to keep from butchering my driver quality Camaro. at some point a cage and 5 point harness will start being essential to get the most out of the car/driver and safety somewhere in there. (but if the wife ask the cage/race seat and belts are strictly for safety).

[AU Doc]

Have you heard of ALSCCA? Looks like they hold events regularly in talladega.

https://m.facebook.com/ALSCCA/

[silo84]

Yep, had considered getting into the auto-x scene but they lost there venue this year so last I looked the season was pretty much canceled. Not sure I'm ready for the big boy racing yet still have a lot of learning as a driver and mechanic.

[silo84]

Getting the feelers out for the 3rd track day. (In a year, not bad)

What: Informal track day
When: November 14, 2017
Where: Little Talladega Grand Prix http://talladegagp.com/ .
Why: If you have to ask, maybe its not for you.
How many: 15 to 25 cars (up to 9 already)

Any interest please reply

[BlackFox89]

Hey man! Saw your post about a track day in November. My dad and I are interested in doing that. I have an 1989 Mustang GT and my dad has an 81 Camaro Z28. We have been to several track days especially at Road Atlanta. We have been to Little Tally a couple times as well. We would love to be a apart of your group. My name is Brian and my Dad's name is Tony. Keep us updated!

[silo84]

Sounds good, if you will PM me your email, I will add you to the Official email list.

[silo84]

Up to 20 cars so far, have room for 4-5 more. Here is the current list, thanks to BlackFox89 for bringing some American iron to the track day. I was getting lonely in my old Camaro.

1973 Chevy Camaro
1988 Ford Mustang GT
1980 Corvette
Miata
BMW M3
Nissan 240SX
2016 Ford Mustang GT
2016 Q50rs or 1977 Porsche 930
Porsche 944
Abarth Fiat 500 (Gulf theme)
2017 VW Golf R
1997 Murder Maxima
2014 Merc E550 coupe
Civic
Toyota MR2
1978 Porsche 930
2013 Carrera S
Datsun 280Z
1989 Mustang GT
1981 Camaro Z28

[silo84]

We have a full roster for the November 14, 2017 track day, current list of cars. Think we have a decent mix of new/old and foreign/domestic

1973 Camaro
1988 Mustang GT
1980 Corvette
Miata
1989 Mustang GT
1981 Camaro Z28
Porsche 944
Abarth Fiat 500 (Gulf theme)
2017 VW Golf R
2014 Merc E550 coupe
MR2 K swap
93 MR2
Nissan 240SX
2016 Mustang GT
2016 Q50rs
1978 Porsche 930
Panoz GT
Datsun 280Z
BMW M3
1989 Civic HB
2000 Civic Si
1999 Lexus Gs 400
1997 Murder Maxima
BMW 335
99 Mustang
2010 Grand Sport Corvette

[silo84]

Track day tomorrow, I hope to have some track addict video to share and maybe this time ill do a better job with pictures (probably not). Still have a few things to finish up as usual.

Here is the final list of cars

1973 Camaro
1988 Mustang GT
1980 Corvette
Miata
1989 Mustang GT
1981 Camaro Z28
Porsche 944
2001 Miata
2017 VW Golf R
93 MR2
MR2
1978 Porsche 930
Nissan 240SX
2016 Mustang GT
2016 Q50rs
1983 944 NA race car
Panoz GT
Datsun 280Z
04 Mini S
1997Maxima
2000 Civic Si
1999 Lexus Gs 400
Porsche 944
2014 Merc E550 coupe
1993 Miata
2001 Porsche Boxter S
2010 Nissan 370Z
1999 Porsche 996
2000 Porsche 996
2002 Porsche 986 S

[AU Doc]

Let's see some pics!!!! I'll even settle for pics of the food if that's all you've got :)

[silo84]

should have picture tomorrow.

Didn't get to drive my Camaro at all really, had a massive oil leak that didn't show up until track day, so that was less than awesome.

But a good buddy let me drive his spare Miata so all ended well. So big thanks to Mike for saving the day for me.

[AU Doc]

Wow, that sux! I hope the leak is just a leak and nothing serious.

I have to say, there's always a list of spare parts to bring along when you go to the track. I can't say I ever considered bringing a spare car, though :)

[silo84]

Pictures

https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipPWG-esjbuXamW3t07ZXtcIqIim-zYSPgHsADQ64teX13WsnV8gTPbWWvRZ8rJO_w/photo/AF1QipNz5-Dm09e_ccHdVbiRTl-nSbcCmP4UsVKtKsk?key=M21RUG04Vm40UENYVGFwTFNxOEpCa zRxcFFRMF93

[AU Doc]

I think the Hello Kitty top on that Miata was probably worth a few extra horsepower :)

[silo84]

hello kitty is good for 5 hp! it's a fact

Well I have set up a track day for March 30th but to be honest it already filled up 30 spots in 5 days, so I am looking to possible move to a 2 day event on Thursday the 29th.

Any interest let me know.

[AU Doc]

I'm signed up for Friday (I've got the 1969 Camaro).

I wonder if filling up the spots so quickly is because word is starting to get out, or if it's because it's scheduled for a Friday?

[silo84]

we did good Friday last year and did not get filled nearly this quickly, think its just getting out. Friends telling friends.

For example I had 30 at the November event and I will have 30 at the good Friday event, but 10 of the 30 for good Friday did not attend the November event. Not that they wouldn't the spots just filled faster than anyone expected.

[AU Doc]

Nice! Before you know it, you'll have a SEMA of the South on your hands :)

[silo84]

I didn't say that, but it is going well.

look forward to seeing you and your car in March

[silo84]

Well it looks like a 2 day event is will happen, Friday is full at this point, but I do have some spots open for Thursday (3-29-18).

Let me know if there is any interest for our laid back track day @ TGPR

[silo84]

I have a few spots available for Thursday or Friday if there is any interest March 29th and 30th 2018. Looks like it will be around $150 for each day.

[silo84]

Down to Friday spots, we have 5 available, cost is $130.

Great opportunity for Novice to get out and learn on a track.

[silo84]

2 spots available for Friday March 30, cost $130.

Pm with interest or questions

[silo84]

1 spot available for Good Friday track day 2018.


Here is the oddball collection of cars going

Cozy coupe
1988 Mustang GT
1980 Corvette
Miata
MR2
2016 Mustang GT
Miata
2014 Merc E550 coupe
2001 Porsche Boxster S
Mini
MR2
Maxima
M roadster
2000 Civic Si
Honda S2000
Fiat 500 Abarth
Nissan 240
89 Mustang
81 Camaro
Porsche
Porsche
Porsche
Mustang or WRX
2005 Mustang GT
MR2
C6 Corvette
C5 vette
997 Turbo S
1964 Nova

[silo84]

November 9, 2018 is the planned date for the next TPGR track day, reply or PM with interest.

[Kotacars]

intersted

[silo84]

what info do you want?