S2kCA @ Harris Hill Road - Saturday, Nov 14th
10-05-2009, 05:12 PM
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S2kCA @ Harris Hill Road - Saturday, Nov 14th
The Austin chapter of the S2000 Club of America is hosting another one day track day at Harris Hill Road south of Austin.
The track day is scheduled for Saturday, November 14th. Pricing is $155 for S2KCA members and $170 for non-members, and includes lunch!
Registration is open now: Link to registration website
Harris Hill Road is a beautiful, flowing, technical, 1.7 mile road course nestled in the hill country halfway between Austin and San Marcos. Great track for an RX-8!
Hope to see you at the track!
The track day is scheduled for Saturday, November 14th. Pricing is $155 for S2KCA members and $170 for non-members, and includes lunch!
Registration is open now: Link to registration website
Harris Hill Road is a beautiful, flowing, technical, 1.7 mile road course nestled in the hill country halfway between Austin and San Marcos. Great track for an RX-8!
Hope to see you at the track!
10-06-2009, 03:19 PM
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I'm gonna try and fix my brake issue this weekend. If i get it done I'm signing up for sure!! Kinda stumped though so we shall see. I'lll PM you altain if I register. I just checked and only 6 spots have been filled out of the 52 car cap. No RX8s yet........
10-06-2009, 03:54 PM
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Definitely. Harris Hill is a great track for an RX-8.
Should be at least two hours of seat time over the course of the day, if the last couple of events we've done are any indication.
You won't see my car on the registration list, since I'm instructing at this event.
Should be at least two hours of seat time over the course of the day, if the last couple of events we've done are any indication.
You won't see my car on the registration list, since I'm instructing at this event.
10-06-2009, 04:57 PM
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These events aren't a competition. It's pretty much to get drivers some seat time. Have fun! It'll be my first time out too. I'm sure we will have instructors with us. At least until they feel we are ready to take on the track without instruction.
Altain, I'd appreciate some experienced advice on driving the 8 if I run into you there!
Altain, I'd appreciate some experienced advice on driving the 8 if I run into you there!
10-07-2009, 10:16 AM
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Just make sure that you’ve got decent tread left on your tires, at least half your brake pads left, decent brake fluid, and you’ll be good to go. Also remember to bring some spare oil to the track – I find my car tends to use about a quart over the course of a track day.
Just look for the dark green RX-8 with the bright orange #75 on the side. I’m always happy to offer advice, and you’re welcome to ride along with me during one of the instructor sessions.
Last edited by altiain; 10-07-2009 at 10:18 AM.
11-04-2009, 05:25 PM
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Woh, I just remembered about this!
10 spots left and 2 days to register!
I'm thinking this even is doable for me. Quick question: I just register and show up early in the morning? Thats it? Do they tech the car there like they do at autocrosses?
Also, anyone else from here register? I noticed a couple RX8s.
10 spots left and 2 days to register!
I'm thinking this even is doable for me. Quick question: I just register and show up early in the morning? Thats it? Do they tech the car there like they do at autocrosses?
Also, anyone else from here register? I noticed a couple RX8s.
11-04-2009, 09:17 PM
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Woh, I just remembered about this!
10 spots left and 2 days to register!
I'm thinking this even is doable for me. Quick question: I just register and show up early in the morning? Thats it? Do they tech the car there like they do at autocrosses?
Also, anyone else from here register? I noticed a couple RX8s.
10 spots left and 2 days to register!
I'm thinking this even is doable for me. Quick question: I just register and show up early in the morning? Thats it? Do they tech the car there like they do at autocrosses?
Also, anyone else from here register? I noticed a couple RX8s.
11-05-2009, 09:24 AM
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Signed up and ready to go. Should be fun. 
Quick question though...do I actually have to pay some ASE technician to look my car over? He won't be tearing into my car like I do every track weekend, so I am not sure what he is supposed to find that I won't see. I track regularly at another facility and they give it their inspection from time to time as well...plus I keep on top of all my fluids and heavy wear items like a hawk. I have dedicated track components (wheels, tires, brake rotors and pads) that I swap out specifically for events like this.
I know my car is more than track worthy....so what kind of "certification" will they be looking for exactly?
Quick question though...do I actually have to pay some ASE technician to look my car over? He won't be tearing into my car like I do every track weekend, so I am not sure what he is supposed to find that I won't see. I track regularly at another facility and they give it their inspection from time to time as well...plus I keep on top of all my fluids and heavy wear items like a hawk. I have dedicated track components (wheels, tires, brake rotors and pads) that I swap out specifically for events like this.
I know my car is more than track worthy....so what kind of "certification" will they be looking for exactly?
Last edited by Kevo; 11-05-2009 at 09:37 AM.
11-05-2009, 12:19 PM
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Signed up and ready to go. Should be fun.
Quick question though...do I actually have to pay some ASE technician to look my car over? He won't be tearing into my car like I do every track weekend, so I am not sure what he is supposed to find that I won't see. I track regularly at another facility and they give it their inspection from time to time as well...plus I keep on top of all my fluids and heavy wear items like a hawk. I have dedicated track components (wheels, tires, brake rotors and pads) that I swap out specifically for events like this.
I know my car is more than track worthy....so what kind of "certification" will they be looking for exactly?
Quick question though...do I actually have to pay some ASE technician to look my car over? He won't be tearing into my car like I do every track weekend, so I am not sure what he is supposed to find that I won't see. I track regularly at another facility and they give it their inspection from time to time as well...plus I keep on top of all my fluids and heavy wear items like a hawk. I have dedicated track components (wheels, tires, brake rotors and pads) that I swap out specifically for events like this.
I know my car is more than track worthy....so what kind of "certification" will they be looking for exactly?
11-05-2009, 02:20 PM
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I am sure the form is similar to the NASA inspection sheet which is pretty laughable in it's content. Stuff like...mirrors and gas cap attached properly, winshield is not cracked, not missing any lug nuts or your seat belts are not torn and are securely mounted...
yeah...I need an ASE certified tech to check those for me. LOL
The really important stuff is not even on there...it's great that you have more than 50% brake pad left...but can your brakes even handle the job in the first place?...that seems to me the important question to ask. There are alot of cars that can pass this inspection yet still be unsafe for the track.
Hopefully I can get past all the funny looks when I ask if their shop can do (or even heard of) this particular inspection and get it done in time for the event.
yeah...I need an ASE certified tech to check those for me. LOL
The really important stuff is not even on there...it's great that you have more than 50% brake pad left...but can your brakes even handle the job in the first place?...that seems to me the important question to ask. There are alot of cars that can pass this inspection yet still be unsafe for the track.
Hopefully I can get past all the funny looks when I ask if their shop can do (or even heard of) this particular inspection and get it done in time for the event.
Last edited by Kevo; 11-05-2009 at 02:22 PM.
11-12-2009, 10:20 PM
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Having never been to Harris Hill Road before I thought it a good idea to work out a racing line so I can at least get a feel for the track.
Obviously this does not take into consideration elevations changes, camber or surface conditions...
http://www.mediafire.com/?z2ynwtwzezq
Enjoy!
Edit:
Here is a link to a revised racing line with consideration given to camber and elevation for turns 2, 3 & 4. Other minor tweaks to the line as well, but won't be able to nail it down until I get some seat time. Looking forward to it!
http://www.mediafire.com/?tjmoy0luwmt
Obviously this does not take into consideration elevations changes, camber or surface conditions...
http://www.mediafire.com/?z2ynwtwzezq
Enjoy!
Edit:
Here is a link to a revised racing line with consideration given to camber and elevation for turns 2, 3 & 4. Other minor tweaks to the line as well, but won't be able to nail it down until I get some seat time. Looking forward to it!
http://www.mediafire.com/?tjmoy0luwmt
Last edited by Kevo; 11-13-2009 at 07:13 PM. Reason: added commentary
11-12-2009, 10:39 PM
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This is worth the trip from Houston. I did this last Feb? Jan? You'd probably get more out of it if you have done at least 1-2 track days previously.
Make sure you gas up your car a few times throughout the day - I ran into fuel starvation when I had a little more than 1/2 tank left.
As for racing line, try searching for "harris hill road" on youtube, and you get lots of great videos:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gJZ1UVF1so
I think we got five 20-25 minute sessions when I went.
- Kabong
Make sure you gas up your car a few times throughout the day - I ran into fuel starvation when I had a little more than 1/2 tank left.
As for racing line, try searching for "harris hill road" on youtube, and you get lots of great videos:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gJZ1UVF1so
I think we got five 20-25 minute sessions when I went.
- Kabong
11-13-2009, 07:08 PM
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This is worth the trip from Houston. I did this last Feb? Jan? You'd probably get more out of it if you have done at least 1-2 track days previously.
Make sure you gas up your car a few times throughout the day - I ran into fuel starvation when I had a little more than 1/2 tank left.
As for racing line, try searching for "harris hill road" on youtube, and you get lots of great videos:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gJZ1UVF1so
I think we got five 20-25 minute sessions when I went.
- Kabong
Make sure you gas up your car a few times throughout the day - I ran into fuel starvation when I had a little more than 1/2 tank left.
As for racing line, try searching for "harris hill road" on youtube, and you get lots of great videos:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gJZ1UVF1so
I think we got five 20-25 minute sessions when I went.
- Kabong
Last edited by Kevo; 11-13-2009 at 07:17 PM.
11-13-2009, 07:52 PM
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yeah not to be a superass but ... for the amount that they charge for membership i would hope the track doesnt look like that anymore...... I have been to driveway in austin, where the price is much lower and imo in a lot better condition