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05-23-2011, 04:02 PM | #1 |
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Road racing events?
I just graduated and have most of the summer off while I wait for clearance to take the state exam before I can start working.
I am in NY and would like to get some track experience before I purchase a new car. I have a shitty auto eco box that I put coilovers, wheels, tires on that I wouldn't mind beating up to get some practice. Thing is I have no idea how to find these types of events. I would prefer a road course type of event but I guess I'm open to autocross or whatever, I have no idea where to start for anything though. Can you guys help me out? |
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I can't suggest you any event right now but i suggest you look online for other events I'm sure there are lots.
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www.motorsportreg.com is the place to find most HPDE's and organized track days. Also check individual race track websites and their calendars. Some tracks have open track days with no regulation or restriction [can be good or bad depending on car and experience]. Look for an HPDE with a bigger car club like BMWCCA or PCA.
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Trackdaze is running an event at NJMP's Thunderbolt circuit on June 30-July 1. TrackDaze runs a nice, laid back event with plenty of class room and seat time (4-5 30 minute sessions on track each day). $380 for two days, $235 (I think) for one. I'll be instructing at this event.
You have Monticello, Watkins Glen*, Lime Rock, and Pocono all within a short drive too. Check out NASA-NE for other events at those locations. *I don't suggest WGI for a first event (but that is where I did mine). And, yes...you can track an AT...as long as it passes tech. For autocross look at autox4u.com for events in NJ and PA. North Jersey region runs at Giants Stadium...
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oops, read those date wrong. Yes I would definitely be interested in that. I'm looking at the site now. What exactly do I need to pass tech, my car has no mechanical problems that I'm aware of but I do have window tint. |
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Window tint is not an issue with TrackDaze, but might be with other sanctioning bodies. See full rules here. Let me know if you have any other questions.
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