How to get started at VIR?
06-23-2006, 05:49 PM
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How to get started at VIR?
I'm looking to get into some actual track events like at VIR, but im unsure how to do it. I checked out there website but couldnt find anything. I'm looking for events that require minimun alteration to you car since i will be taking my street car. Do all events require rollcages, harness, etc. ? Do i need to take a test? I guess just whats the best way in general to get some seat time out on the track.
06-23-2006, 05:59 PM
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Re: How to get started at VIR?
Originally Posted by QwanSanchez
I'm looking to get into some actual track events like at VIR, but im unsure how to do it. I checked out there website but couldnt find anything. I'm looking for events that require minimun alteration to you car since i will be taking my street car. Do all events require rollcages, harness, etc. ? Do i need to take a test? I guess just whats the best way in general to get some seat time out on the track.
06-23-2006, 08:09 PM
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06-23-2006, 08:20 PM
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Re: How to get started at VIR?
www.carguys.com <-- instructor rides along in your passenger seat, best way to learn! May seem expensive at first but well worth it and actually a much better bargain than drag racing for the amount of seat time. Get a Snell rated helmet (not a motorcycle one) with a chin guard, a jack, spare brake pads, and you're ready to go.
HPDE = High Performance Driver Education, instructor-led, non-timed track events.
HPDE = High Performance Driver Education, instructor-led, non-timed track events.
06-24-2006, 04:04 AM
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Re: How to get started at VIR?
go to this web page http://www.nasaproracing.com/ this is a good start or a driving school. You really need new pads and some suspension thats about it.
06-24-2006, 05:15 AM
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Re: How to get started at VIR?
Originally Posted by wreckedr6
go to this web page http://www.nasaproracing.com/ this is a good start or a driving school. You really only need new pads.
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06-24-2006, 08:30 AM
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Re: How to get started at VIR?
Originally Posted by Insperation
I hear its like $500 for the school & track. Is this true?
no, only Car Guys events are that much mainly because they are a 3 day event.
NASA and Mazda Drivers are around $300-350 for the weekend. The only thing you have to pay for is hotel and food.
I recommend trying out a NASA event since their school and instruction is pretty good for beginners.
Best thing to do is figure out when you want to go and see if there is a event that month close by. www.trackschedule.com for events.
You dont need ANY mods to your car to do a event, and they prefer you run it stock, but I recommend bleeding you brakes with fresh fluid before you go and using a race pad or new front pads before you go.
06-24-2006, 09:05 AM
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Re: How to get started at VIR?
NASA will be at VIR the last weekend in July:
http://www.nasaracing.net/VIR_July_06/event.htm
Registration is open for HPDE 1 (Beginner) at this link:
http://www.nasaproracing.com/nasa_ev.../?event_id=374
You'll get classroom time and in-car instruction. It's the best money you'll ever spend on your car.
Hope it helps,
Jon
http://www.nasaracing.net/VIR_July_06/event.htm
Registration is open for HPDE 1 (Beginner) at this link:
http://www.nasaproracing.com/nasa_ev.../?event_id=374
You'll get classroom time and in-car instruction. It's the best money you'll ever spend on your car.
Hope it helps,
Jon