Originally Posted by brhertel
Well I just found out I have the opportunity to have a day at Willow Springs with a group of friends, and I have a couple questions (especially for HDDP)...
1. What should I do to my car to enhance performance/durability for the track (obviously tire pressure up and new filters/oil).
2. I am also trying to find a used set of tires to thrash as I just put on new ones and I feel bad tracking them already. Any one have a set of take offs they are trying to get rid of?
I am really excited about this, I can finally toss this car around without fear of hitting a curb or another car!
Which track are you running at Willow Springs, the big track (WSIR) or the Streets of Willow Springs (SOWS) ?
One track day will not destroy your tires completely... You'll only run 4-5, 20 minute sessions for the day and probably take about 5,000 miles off the tread of a good street tire... There is a tire shop at the track incase you blow a tire and can't drive home, you can buy a new one there...
I would make sure to check your fluids completely... especially brake... if you have not changed your oil in more than 10,000 miles of street driving, replace it before you go... If you have less than 10,000 miles on the oil, use it as is, then replace it after your track event...
You're going to be working really hard on the brakes and tranny and they'll get pretty hot... When you get back into the paddock area, DO NOT put your emergency brake on... The brakes can get so hot that the E brake can seize... Always open your hood after each event to help cooling and prevent heat soaking of the engine...
Most importantly, have fun, be safe and take pictures...
Let me know when you're going to be there... If I'm in town I'll come out to visit or run with you... PS: which group is coordinating this event ?