Advice on preparation for 1st time HPDE event

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Jan 13, 2012 | 03:18 PM

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grillpt

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Originally Posted by chu

WEAK! They're cake to do!

The task itself isn't hard, I just don't want to do it every weekend. Stop hatin.

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Originally Posted by Vivid Racing

Tons of good info here. I saw someone mention taking the spare tire and jack out before you leave home... I'd leave it in the car. It only takes a few minutes to pull it out at the track, and that way you'll have it in case you get a flat on the way to or from the track.

I've got some Hawk HPS in stock, btw.

Like you mentioned, gutting your car at the track is the way to go. Never know if you're gonna need that spare on the ride home.

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Jan 13, 2012 | 03:25 PM

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^ Just to add to that... I'm using ST43's during the warmer months for both street and track... Are they loud as hell on the street yeah, yeah they are, but swapping pads all the time is a major pita. My advise is to just rock the track pads during the warmer months unless you don't plan on doing that many events. I try to do one a month, and my car isn't my DD but I still do drive it on the street, so for me its not a major issue.

I'm not aware of any pad that you absolutely can't use on the street...?

It takes longer to jack the car up and take the wheels off than swap pads.

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Originally Posted by Robevo RS

You guys need to start using real pads, like CL pads or Endless...
Just food for thought.
Compere those like the Hawk HP+ is just a whole another level.

ST43s, DTC60/70s, all rubbish to you.

Jan 13, 2012 | 04:14 PM

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Great advice in this thread.

Just to add, bring some tools for troubleshooting and a torque wrench to make sure your wheels are up to spec prior to your next session.

Jan 14, 2012 | 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Thrilla

Great advice in this thread.

Just to add, bring some tools for troubleshooting and a torque wrench to make sure your wheels are up to spec prior to your next session.

Good call actually, I forgot to mention the torque wrench. Another good thing to bring is a tire pressure gauge and air compressor if you have one. If not someone else probably will.

Jan 14, 2012 | 03:54 PM

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Air is readily available at NJMP, so no need for a compressor for this event. I always bring a bunch of tools including torque wrench, jack, jack stands, all that good stuff. Not a bad idea to have some extra oil, brake fluid, coolant.. Basically anything you can think of. Lol