Registered for my first HPDE (TrackDaze VIR - Nov 16/17)

ChrisSlicks · 12-08-2009, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Zdom

I see some on the forum going to track events. What is the risk of damage from hitting another car or is it fairly safe to try track driving?

I think it would be fun but not sure what the risks are. Not that there aren't any just driving down the road. I could see once the adrenaline gets going and some inexperienced guys going fast on a track that there might be some issue.

How dose it work and what are the risks to the vehicle?

The only risk is the risk that you create, just like on the road. Passing is very controlled, especially in Novice and Intermediate groups. You are only allowed to pass when the driver in front of you gives you a "point by" and that only happens in designated passing areas.

So basically if you drive within your abilities you can have fun and keep it on the track. The trick is to start slow and slowly build up speed as you gain confidence in how to handle the car.

ZCarMan · 12-08-2009, 08:47 PM

Sorry to see that. However, glad to see it hasn't dampened your spirit! It was hard to watch your Z going into that wall but I suppose it could have been much worse. Also, your willingness to share the mistake with everyone in order to help others learn is spot on.

FastJew · 12-08-2009, 10:00 PM

Goin to my first track day this weekend and man that video made me want to puke. I will be sure to try and get a recommended instructor. Thanks for the heads up.

kdo2milger · 12-10-2009, 10:10 AM

ooh!

sorry to see that Bobo! too many z's with bruises lately...its making my stomach hurt

when are you getting her back?

MightyBobo · 12-10-2009, 10:31 AM

Should have it back early next week. Im assuming though. The front bumper is painted and ready to go - they just had to do some of the body work.

kdo2milger · 12-10-2009, 10:34 AM

did it warp the hood on the passenger side or is that gap from the fender?

MightyBobo · 12-10-2009, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by kdo2milger

did it warp the hood on the passenger side or is that gap from the fender?

Hood was fine, minus a small chip in the paint on the very edge, closest to the passenger headlight (bumped the hood). No damage to it otherwise.

A bracket that the fender was mounted to got bent out, twords the front of the car. The very front of the fender was slightly bent, but it was so subtle I didnt even notice it initially.

Anyway, long story short, the gap is due to the bent bracket pushing the fender out. Its fine though.

kdo2milger · 12-10-2009, 10:45 AM

ah..thats atleast better, easier and cheaper to replace a bracket

MightyBobo · 12-10-2009, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by kdo2milger

ah..thats atleast better, easier and cheaper to replace a bracket

Definitely. If it wasnt for the headlight being jacked up, and my core support being cracked, it wouldnt have been too expensive.

ZCarMan · 12-10-2009, 07:26 PM

Did your insurance cover it or did you pay out of pocket for the repair?

Zdom · 12-10-2009, 09:20 PM

I live about an hour from that track. Thanks for the videos (less the fender bender, sorry about that), being it would be my first time if I went, I got to see the track and how a "track day" works with the track conditions, traffic, passing etiquette, etc. Very valuable info for me thanks again for the detailed footage.

Do you have to have an instructor if it is your fist time?

MightyBobo · 12-10-2009, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Zdom

I live about an hour from that track. Thanks for the videos (less the fender bender, sorry about that), being it would be my first time if I went, I got to see the track and how a "track day" works with the track conditions, traffic, passing etiquette, etc. Very valuable info for me thanks again for the detailed footage.

Do you have to have an instructor if it is your fist time?

Its done very well if the drivers are paying attention - we did have some trains though, which was irritating.

Yes, if you do an HPDE and its your first time, you WILL have an instructor. Hopefully a better one than mine haha.

MightyBobo · 12-10-2009, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ZCarMan

Did your insurance cover it or did you pay out of pocket for the repair?

I got a big "ololno" from Geico, due to a very specific exclusion for being at the racetrack. Almost all insurance companies will specifically exclude racetrack events, regardless of what they are.

semtex · 12-13-2009, 06:03 PM

Wow, this really sucks, bud. Glad you weren't hurt or anything tho.

ZCarMan · 12-13-2009, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by MightyBobo

I got a big "ololno" from Geico, due to a very specific exclusion for being at the racetrack. Almost all insurance companies will specifically exclude racetrack events, regardless of what they are.

Yep if I figured that was the case. Good for folks to know if they are thinking about tracking their Z. Not to discourage but rather just to be informed.

12-08-2009, 08:47 PM	#32 (permalink)
ZCarMan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: MD Posts: 4,488 Drives: 09 Z34, 13 F-150 Rep Power: 26	Sorry to see that. However, glad to see it hasn't dampened your spirit! It was hard to watch your Z going into that wall but I suppose it could have been much worse. Also, your willingness to share the mistake with everyone in order to help others learn is spot on. __________________ Jon Swift \| SPC \| Stillen \| Motordyne \| AAM \| Cobb \| Hawk \| Volk Racing \| Bridgestone Green Demon Eyes

12-08-2009, 10:00 PM	#33 (permalink)
FastJew Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Denton, TX Posts: 58 Drives: 2009/370z/TS/6MT Rep Power: 16	Goin to my first track day this weekend and man that video made me want to puke. I will be sure to try and get a recommended instructor. Thanks for the heads up. __________________ 09 370Z - FI TDX CBE/Stillen G3/FI HFC's are next 06 Xterra OR - 3" SL - 33" Pro-Comp MT's - Shrockworks Sliders & Rear Bumper/Tire Carrier - Stillen Cross Drilled Rotors/Pads

12-10-2009, 10:10 AM	#34 (permalink)
kdo2milger OG Priesthood Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fargo, ND Posts: 17,859 Drives: NISMO T Rep Power: 59	ooh! sorry to see that Bobo! too many z's with bruises lately...its making my stomach hurt when are you getting her back? __________________ Project *NISMO*

12-10-2009, 10:31 AM	#35 (permalink)
MightyBobo A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 8,465 Drives: No cars; only bikes Rep Power: 52	Should have it back early next week. Im assuming though. The front bumper is painted and ready to go - they just had to do some of the body work. __________________ I don't own a car anymore.

12-10-2009, 10:34 AM	#36 (permalink)
kdo2milger OG Priesthood Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fargo, ND Posts: 17,859 Drives: NISMO T Rep Power: 59	did it warp the hood on the passenger side or is that gap from the fender? __________________ Project *NISMO*

12-10-2009, 10:45 AM	#38 (permalink)
kdo2milger OG Priesthood Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fargo, ND Posts: 17,859 Drives: NISMO T Rep Power: 59	ah..thats atleast better, easier and cheaper to replace a bracket __________________ Project *NISMO*

12-10-2009, 07:26 PM	#40 (permalink)
ZCarMan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: MD Posts: 4,488 Drives: 09 Z34, 13 F-150 Rep Power: 26	Did your insurance cover it or did you pay out of pocket for the repair? __________________ Jon Swift \| SPC \| Stillen \| Motordyne \| AAM \| Cobb \| Hawk \| Volk Racing \| Bridgestone Green Demon Eyes

12-10-2009, 09:20 PM	#41 (permalink)
Zdom Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: VA Posts: 46 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z Tour Rep Power: 16	I live about an hour from that track. Thanks for the videos (less the fender bender, sorry about that), being it would be my first time if I went, I got to see the track and how a "track day" works with the track conditions, traffic, passing etiquette, etc. Very valuable info for me thanks again for the detailed footage. Do you have to have an instructor if it is your fist time?

12-13-2009, 06:03 PM	#44 (permalink)
semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 54 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 32	Wow, this really sucks, bud. Glad you weren't hurt or anything tho. __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.

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