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Originally Posted by oo7mech
 Track Days!
I want to take my Z on the track some time soon. But I am a complete rookie when it comes to driving on a track. I can play the video games with the best of them, but going 140mph on a game is no where near as exciting/scary as real life.
What tracks near Dallas do yall go to? Texas Motorplex south Ft.Worth? TMS track days?
Other than high oil temperature and possible brake fading, what should I expect? Tips, warnings?
Would anyone want to get a Z group to have a track day? |
Motor Sport Ranch is definately the best place to start. Not too technical and plenty of runoff room in most areas (I know sucks to think about, but hey it happens). If you start with a program such as thedriversedge then they will help you start out nice and slow and work your way up as your abilities increase. It can take you around 3-5 weekend sessions before they will let you drive solo.
Oil cooler is a must in our cars.
A higher temp brake fluid is recommended (aftermarket pads are a plus).
Must have a helmet (they provide some in limited qty's).
Other than that the Z is pretty track ready. Check out the racing section in this forum and you will find tons more info.
My best piece of advice is go slower than you think you should and LEAVE ON THE STABILITY CONTROL. Our cars are pretty forgiving and you won't find it intruding on your fun at all.
Vipor and 007mech - I will be at Eagles Canyon in September. Hope you both can make it. I was the only Z of any kind there last time swimming in a sea of miatas and evos.
