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[rice_classic]

Originally Posted by GotMunchies?

Track: Pacific Raceways
Car: '14 BRZ Limited MT
Mods: Hawk HP+ Brake pads (w/ Motul RBF600), front camber bolts and alignment (0 toe front and rear, front camber ~ 1.3*)
Event: ProFormance Winter Driving HPDE (discount pricing with a great organization)

Fastest time: 1:51.36

I think the mediocre GPS in my phone cut a bit of the lap, so it was maybe a bit closer 1:52. However, I think this was definitely still the quickest lap of the day for me. I know @rice_classic spends a lot of time here so I'd love to have his feedback!

Had a great time with ProFormance, as always. Top rate group with great instructors and support. Pacific Raceways can be a fairly intimidating track, but the support of the community makes it a great experience, I'd recommend it to anyone for that alone.

I had a bit of a surprise towards the end of the day. A friend I'd met at a prior track day was out with his E92 M3. We switched for about 18 minutes in the last session and I was majorly impressed with that car. Going from the basically stock BRZ to the M3 was a bit eye-opening. That V8 is definitely one of the all-time greats.

You're doing the right thing for a ProFormance day, following the track-day line and maximizing it. Watching that lap, it looks (and sounds) like you're getting the most out of the car and tires and you're approach to 5a is outstanding. Just keep learning and don't start making changes to your car unless you've reached a plateau in development. Changing while learning does not allow one to learn from the changes.

[Freedom]

Originally Posted by sstfnv

Track: Autobahn Country Club, South Track
Best lap: 1:40.2
Mods: UEL header, E85, RCE Tarmac2,
Tires: Maxxis RC1 225/45/17

Comments: Finished 1st on Saturday and 2nd on Sunday out of 8 cars in TTD. Just looking at my AIM Solo data there are probably about 2-3 more seconds to be gained with more seat time and more consistent driving

That track looks amazing! The run offs look very forgiving if not inviting

[GotMunchies?]

Originally Posted by rice_classic

You're doing the right thing for a ProFormance day, following the track-day line and maximizing it. Watching that lap, it looks (and sounds) like you're getting the most out of the car and tires and you're approach to 5a is outstanding. Just keep learning and don't start making changes to your car unless you've reached a plateau in development. Changing while learning does not allow one to learn from the changes.

Awesome, thanks for the feedback! No plans to change anything on the car, just keep up with maintenance until the stock tires are worn out and get as much seat time as possible.

My first day out, the entrance to 5a really intimidated me, but now its a really enjoyable challenge. I'm starting to get used to how the car reacts to that first bump so its easier to anticipate and control the car. That 5b - 6 - 7 - 8 section is my favorite part of the course, the BRZ feels really at home there.

I think my biggest challenge with consistency is braking and setting up for 3a. I tend to cut in a bit early and I know I'll eventually have to find second gear before turning in to 3a. Just not confident enough to do that smoothly yet.

[Anthony]

Track: NOLA Motorsports Park
Car: 2013 FR-S
Mods: See my build thread. Link in signature. Doing it on OEM pads though!
Notes/Comments: This was my first track day ever. I'd recommend skipping to 11:45 to watch me chase and eventually pass the Audi TT RS.

Video:
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MsSqS4G68f0"]Flatout Motorsports Track Day 2 at NOLA Speed & Style 2015 - YouTube[/ame]

[fstlane]

Track: Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch 2.8 mile "Lauda-Opt. B" configuration.
Car: BRZ
Mods: RCE Yellow springs on stock dampers, 245/40R17 RE71R tires, PMU Club Sport (F) and HC+800 (R) pads, Borla UEL header and OFT E85 tune.
Notes: Intermediate-low run group.
Video: [ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvKvr9uXOvI"]Spring Mountain Ranch 2.8 - YouTube[/ame]

[Deep Six]

Track: NOLA Motorsports Park
Car 2013 FR-S
First time to this track, I would certainly come back if it wasn't so far away!

[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4kmDUcN7FI"]FR-S at Nola Speed and Style Event - YouTube[/ame]

[IPGJames]

Track: The FIRM (Florida International Rally and Motorsport Park) in Starke, FL
Car: 2015 BRZ
Mods: RCE T2 Coilovers, AP Racing Front Brakes (DS1.11 Front Pads, DS2500 rear), 17x8 RPF1 with 225/45/17 RE71r, Perrin Oil Cooler, Berk Single Exit Muffler Delete, Motul Fluids
Event - Track Attack - December 2015

Best Lap of the Day - 1:23.0

[ame]http://youtu.be/4MfycOWN9VA[/ame]

[TkTk]

Track: Losail International Circuit
Car: 2014 GT86 CS-V3 race car
Mods: TRD Coilovers, TRD Pads, OZ Ultraleggera 17x8.0 +35 with 245/620/17 pirelli slicks, Berk Single Exit Muffler Delete
Event - Track Day - December 2015

Best Lap of the Day - 2:26.6

[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YWjm7vBhYI"]Gt86 Cup track day at Losail International Circuit - YouTube[/ame]

[Element Tuning]

Track: NOLA Motorsports Park
Car: Element Tuning Time Attack FR-S
Mods: Element Tuning Pro Comp Motor 10.5 Compression with Big Valve Heads (9k RPM)
Element Tuning Hydra EMS Stand-Alone with programmable traction control
Element Tuning Custom Valved BC ZR 3-Way Coilovers with Swift Springs
RR Racing Big Brake Kit
Perrin Performance Exhaust, Chassis Braces, Oil Cooler, Shifter, and Positive Response components
Whiteline Sway Bar, Lateral Line, and Bump Steer Kit
MA-Motorsports Roll Cage
Garrett 60 Trim Turbo (Gears 1-4 limited to 350 HP, and 5-6th gears 375 whp)
Driver: Phil Grabow
Notes/Comments: 1:48 lap

[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBLigP5ot3E"]Element Tuning BC Racing Time Attack FRS Global Time Attack NOLA 2015 - YouTube[/ame]

[Anthony]

Originally Posted by Element Tuning

Track: NOLA Motorsports Park
Notes/Comments: 1:48 lap

Holy shat. 17 seconds faster than me lol

[Element Tuning]

Well I have 17 seconds a lap more car

[Anthony]

Originally Posted by Element Tuning

Well I have 17 seconds a lap more car

That may be, but I still have a goal to shoot for now. With all 180 (or so) of my horses.

[Vracer111]

Leah Keen just posted this one up...a GTR at Road Atlanta...

Someone needs to get him an FR-S to drive... I'd like to see what he could squeeze out of one.

[GotMunchies?]

Track: The Ridge Motorsports Park
Car: '14 BRZ Limited MT
Mods: Hawk HP+ Brake pads (w/ Motul RBF600), front camber bolts and alignment (0 toe front and rear, front camber ~ 1.3*)
Event: The Ridge Racing School HPDE


A couple weeks ago, I decided for the sake of mental health to sneak in a track day at The Ridge before our dog's second knee surgery. Last time I drove out here was two years ago in a Chump car and I quickly learned just how much there is to forget. After the first couple sessions I started to remember the sight lines and landmarks I'd learned a few years ago with The Ridge Racing School and by the afternoon I was able add speed and started taking video. With a clear track, I was able to hit 2:17's and 2:18's fairly consistently and before I turned on the camera, Harry's said I managed a 2:16.90 that I'm a bit skeptical of.

The link at the top is the best lap I have video of, 2:17.40. Hopefully later this year I'll be able to head back out there and get an instructor to ride with me (paging @rice_classic) so I can start trimming the fat.