Queensland Raceway 29 March 2012

BMW86 · 03-29-2012, 10:42 PM

That WRX is quick!!!

Harlequin · 03-30-2012, 12:56 AM

Was that the WRX that caught fire?

BMW86 · 03-30-2012, 04:07 AM

For anyone that is interested, here is a link the full results - http://www.natsoft.com.au/cgi-bin/re...03/2012.QR1.P3

All of us seem to be bunched together in the middle. What impresses me the most is that Richard was quicker than Adrian's beast and Karl's 1M. His only mods were M3 sway bar. Terry is also tune only. Well done, great driving

This is how we ranked:
Anthony E30 track car
Vinney 135i N54
Michael 135i N54
John 335i N54?
Terry 135i N55 DCT
Richard 135i N54
Adrian 135i N54
Karl 1M N54
Phil SS Ute

Anthony was the quickest but that was expected, I'm sure he would have been even closer to the top if his M3 GTR was out there.

Even though I was the quickest out of the N54/N55 I wasn't very happy. I'm confident we will all run a lot quicker for Round 2. I know I will because I won't be limping across the line anymore!

BBK · 03-30-2012, 04:29 AM

What about the Sprint track?!

micha3l · 03-30-2012, 04:33 AM

Nice, hopefully next time I can run more than Map 1.

Definitely in for the next one

BMW86 · 03-30-2012, 04:39 AM

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Originally Posted by BBK

What about the Sprint track?!

It's not up yet or they are not putting it up. I wanted to run my car again as I had fun in the wet but had to be back by a certain time! Also great place to learn the limitations of the car in the wet.

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Originally Posted by micha3l

Nice, hopefully next time I can run more than Map 1.

Definitely in for the next one

You'll need an oil cooler, at the very least. It should be nice and cool in June too.

It would be great if we can get a decent group together. I'll post another thread closer to the time to see if there is any interest.

JB4-335 · 03-30-2012, 06:04 AM

Awesome pics guys. Looks like you guys had a great time.

BMW86 · 03-30-2012, 10:34 PM

It was great fun Edwin.

Here are some more photos http://www.flickr.com/photos/7442866...th/6880603016/

BBK · 03-31-2012, 08:13 PM

All times and points for the series are now up. Does anyone know how they calculate points? Do they give points for each track setup, or only allocate them for the Clubman circuit?

Have to say, once they give out points I am suddenly eager to participate more... although, I can't because the car will be gone soon. Don't think the new car will be suitable for the track. Makes me want to buy a cheapie track car though!

sparoz · 03-31-2012, 11:22 PM

What car?

BBK · 04-01-2012, 12:32 AM

Not 100% sure still, but either way, it's not going to be quick...

anthonygilbo · 04-01-2012, 01:37 AM

If any of you guys are interested i am selling my E30 track car. Great car to learn in and comes with plenty of spares. It is log booked to run in Improved Production and I won the 2-3 litre championship and came third in the over 2 litre championship last year. Great car to be able to take to the track and not worry so much about wrecking your daily driver. PB's are: Lakeside 1:01, qld raceway clubman 1:04 and sprint 1:01 and national 1:27. Pm me if interested.

BMW86 · 04-01-2012, 03:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BBK

All times and points for the series are now up. Does anyone know how they calculate points? Do they give points for each track setup, or only allocate them for the Clubman circuit?

Have to say, once they give out points I am suddenly eager to participate more... although, I can't because the car will be gone soon. Don't think the new car will be suitable for the track. Makes me want to buy a cheapie track car though!

Same here, points make it really interesting now as it's based on the entire years performance rather than one day. Maybe we should do the next one at Lakeside before the cars gone?

dontask · 04-01-2012, 03:22 PM

I had a great time on Thursday... I'm keen on the next session....

Also, great photos!

sparoz · 04-01-2012, 10:03 PM

What helmet is everyone using?

TimMc · 04-02-2012, 12:30 AM

I just use my Shoei motorbike helmet.

gazz · 04-02-2012, 07:59 AM

Peters icecream container. Add a peak from the lid, spray it silver, masking tape to hold it on and I'm ready to go.

Dr Stig 2 · 04-02-2012, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TimMc

I just use my Shoei motorbike helmet.

Dont they check?

I had been told by the guys at QR that the motorbike helmets were not approved for car use - they wanted to rent me one of their own daggy ones instead.

micha3l · 04-02-2012, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr Stig 2

Dont they check?

I had been told by the guys at QR that the motorbike helmets were not approved for car use - they wanted to rent me one of their own daggy ones instead.

Pretty sure for both QR and Willowbank Raceway the only requirement is that the helmet meets the AS1698 standard (which most bike helmets will).

BMW86 · 04-02-2012, 04:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by micha3l

Pretty sure for both QR and Willowbank Raceway the only requirement is that the helmet meets the AS1698 standard (which most bike helmets will).

+ 1

As long as it has the AS1698 sticker on it, you're good to go. You can buy them from any motorbike store.

BBK · 04-02-2012, 05:01 PM

Didn't even check ours on the day...

BMW86 · 04-02-2012, 05:10 PM

Here's some video Karl uploaded. Very surprised this was taken with an iphone! Great quality and sound. Enjoy

Btw, first lap is warm up on both videos.

The AW 135i in front of Karl is Me and Richard is leading in the BSM 135i.

Karl vs RS4

I'll upload my videos shortly, it takes so long to upload the files in iMovie!

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BMW86 Major General 398 Rep 9,156 Posts Drives: RS3 Sedan / Macan S Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Here's some video Karl uploaded. Very surprised this was taken with an iphone! Great quality and sound. Enjoy Btw, first lap is warm up on both videos. The AW 135i in front of Karl is Me and Richard is leading in the BSM 135i. Karl vs RS4 I'll upload my videos shortly, it takes so long to upload the files in iMovie! Last edited by BMW86; 04-02-2012 at 05:21 PM..
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