The Driver's Edge Track Events.

[Matt_337]

I run the following sizes:
215/40/17 front
265/35/18 rears

I used to run 275/35 rear with no problems but ordered 265 this last time due to the 275s being on backordered (this was a while ago).


I would assume for the 16/17 fitment, you would want the following:
215/45/16 front
255/40/17 rears

This was taken from Ken's post which is found here

 

[Hexleys223]

I run the following sizes:
215/40/17 front
265/35/18 rears

I used to run 275/35 rear with no problems but ordered 265 this last time due to the 275s being on backordered (this was a while ago).


I would assume for the 16/17 fitment, you would want the following:
215/45/16 front
255/40/17 rears

This was taken from Ken's post which is found here

Powned by the search function :redface:

Vulcan tires has the cheapest price I have found by about $15 bucks a tire, $440 for a full set. Thanks again Matt!

 

[Hexleys223]

Ok, I re-read the e-mail that they sent me regarding tech inspections and it's obvious that I need to have the evaluation done myself. Reading comprehension FTW! Any recommendations for a good tech in N. Dallas/West Plano? Acura Dealership? (they love me there )

Also, any recommendations for open faced helmet? I want nice, low profile, and to get one local (I have a big head and like to try stuff on). I tried mine on in my car last night and realized that it is a little too tall.... :frown:

If I read the excel sheet right, I got a garage space! woo! :smile:

 

[Matt_337]

Yes, you need to get a mechanic to inspect your car. Perhaps Ritesh can chime in with a good place to go?

What garage space are you in? I'm in 16

See you Saturday morning.

 

[Hexleys223]

Yes, you need to get a mechanic to inspect your car. Perhaps Ritesh can chime in with a good place to go?

What garage space are you in? I'm in 16

See you Saturday morning.

I am car number 32, so I think I have space #17! We are going to be neighbors!

Is the garage area fairly secure? Will I be able to leave stuff in the garage (i.e. tools, a bag or 2, etc)?

 

[Matt_337]

Don't worry about your stuff. I have never heard of anything happening in the garage spaces. People are very friendly and respectful.

 

[NSXLuvr]

Goodson Acura does free Tech. Inspections. That is an option. Otherwise - just have one of the instructors do it at the track.

Helmets - Dont buy one on a short notice. Rent one for the wknd. Then try out a few on them from the vendors at the track. Then go to saferacer.com and order it for free shipping and taxes.:biggrin:

 

[Hexleys223]

Goodson Acura does free Tech. Inspections. That is an option. Otherwise - just have one of the instructors do it at the track.

Wow, Goodson just quoted me $104.00 for a tech inspection over the phone!

I must admit thought, that the guy I spoke with did not seem to know his rear from a hole in the ground. :smile:

I have gotten Tony Fontana from David McDavid to do it for me. My only worry is my supercharger makes a lot of noise, sometimes 'thumping' on decel (I am starting to think the tensioner may need to be rebuilt/replaced) and I am hoping that they do not attribute it to CV wear (which I recently inspected and were fine).

I spoke with Rick from TDE and he filled me in on exactly what I needed for the tech sheet. It turns out that i was making a much bigger deal out of this then need be, here I was sweating over nothing.... :biggrin:

Don't worry about your stuff. I have never heard of anything happening in the garage spaces. People are very friendly and respectful.

That's good to hear Matt. I didn't think it would be a concern, but you can never be too careful right?

Thanks Guys for all of your help getting me on the track! I am going to explode with anticipation waiting for this weekend!!!

 

[Hexleys223]

I fished through my e-mail and found a list of TDE tech inspection centers:

Flamingo Automotive
3512 Guadalupe St.
Austin, TX 78705
512-459-9917

SoulSpeed Performance
10200 N. Lamar Blvd. #102
Austin, TX 78753
512-832-1800

Marshall Motors Inc.
11450 Sprowles St.
Dallas, TX 75229
214-902-0952

Richard Pedersen
15830 St. Lawrence Cir.
Friendswood, TX 77546
281-482-0732

Gotham Racing
5920 Huddleston St. #116
Ft. Worth, TX 76137
817 788-8726

Track Time Performance
6815 Theall Rd.
Houston Tx. 77066
832 375-0933

Murillo Motor Sport
401 E. Erwin St.
Tyler, TX 75702
903 531-0105

Fifth Gear Motorsports
1425 FM407 #950
Lewisville, TX 75067
972 317-4005

Christran Brothers Auto
8431 Homeward Way
Sugar Land, TX 77479
281 242-2886

Valkyrie Racing
13003 Murphy Rd, #M-12
Stafford, TX
281-495-1055

C&C's Northside Motors
6815 Theall Rd. Suite E
Houston, TX 77066
832 375-0933

21st Century Muscle Car
2530 Tarpley Rd. #800
Carrolton, TX 75006
972 417-7177

I can't vouch for any of these businesses, but this is the list I got from Rick.

BTW, what run groups are you guys in? I will have my camera so hopefully I can get some pics of NSX track pownage!

 

[NSXLuvr]

Just show up on Fri PM. I will find you and have an instructor sign off on the tech form.

I am still trying to get a clutch installed on my SM. If it isn' t ready then I will bring the NSX or GT3. I really should take the NSX but I need Front pads - anybody got spare Panter Plus's lying around - teddy?

 

[Hexleys223]

Just show up on Fri PM. I will find you and have an instructor sign off on the tech form.

Awesome! Thanks!

I will be at the novice meeting Friday PM.

 

[Matt_337]

Ritesh

I have a pair of brand new Panther Plus front pads in my garage.
Let me know if you want them and I'll bring them.

 

[Matt_337]

Hexley, Ritesh

If you guys don't have plans for dinner on Saturday night, there is a really big group of S2000 owners going to a place called On The Border. Let me know tomorrow if ya want to be on the list (I believe the reservation is set for 25-30).

 

[Hexleys223]

Hexley, Ritesh

If you guys don't have plans for dinner on Saturday night, there is a really big group of S2000 owners going to a place called On The Border. Let me know tomorrow if ya want to be on the list (I believe the reservation is set for 25-30).

That sounds like fun man! I would love to go. Thanks for the invite!

Hey, is that your silver S2K in the parking lot of the hotel? I like your wheels.

 

[MichaelD]

You guys have fun tomorrow! Wish I could have made it! Take some pics and video

 

[Matt_337]

That sounds like fun man! I would love to go. Thanks for the invite!

Hey, is that your silver S2K in the parking lot of the hotel? I like your wheels.

Nope

But there are a lot of S2k's staying at that hotel.
I'm leaving tomorrow morning.

 

[Matt_337]

It was nice to meet you Tony. Hope you had a good time.

Again, Ritesh, Teddy, Chris, always good to see you guys. See ya in March

 

[Hexleys223]

Aside from the cold/ice/rain that was a very fun weekend!

Matt, Thanks for letting me use your garage space and letting Amber beat us so badly at pool! :tongue: Your car is absolutely stunning!

Ritesh, thanks for starting this thread and addicting me to the go fast crack pipe! So, when are you going to supercharge your NSX??? :biggrin:

Chris, your instruction has changed my perspective of the NSX. I can't thank you enough. I swear I kept hearing you saying "GAS! GAS! GAS!" when I was driving home! :wink:

I think green and blue groups are full for the Feb 2-3 event at MSR, but I am planning on being at TWS again March 1-2. To anyone lurking in this thread, go here. You will have more fun then is legal.

 

[Fastrunner]

Chris, your instruction has changed my perspective of the NSX. I can't thank you enough. I swear I kept hearing you saying "GAS! GAS! GAS!" when I was driving home! :wink:

LOL .... Chris was my intructor at MSR. It think then, it was "MORE GAS, MORE GAS, MORE GAS"...... and " BOTH FEET IN, BOTH FEET IN " :biggrin:

I'm glad you guys has a great time.

 

[NSXLuvr]

Yeah I remember my 1st wknd at the track. Chris was my instructor too - all wknd long it was "GAS GAS GAS!!!" and occasionally "TWO FEET IN!!!!".:biggrin:

Good to see you guys.

Tony - I forgot to introduce you to Vaughn. The Other NSX owner who showed up with his new Spec Miata. Let's do a spring event(hint- when it is warmer). I will bring my NSX. MSR or EC are close to Dallas. IMHO MSR is a better choice when you are learning. EC(never been there) seems to be a bit more dangerous and seems to be a bit too hard on the rotors/pads but from what I have heard it flows better than MSR.

Glad you guys had fun and made it home safely. My SM was running great - I just need "bigger attachments":wink: I did a 2:09 in the SM. It is decent but Far, far from being competitive.

 

[Matt_337]

Tony and anyone else who is thinking of going to the March 1-2 event at TWS need to register soon.

This one will fill up fast and the green and blue groups go the quickest.
http://www.thedriversedge.net/02_tracks.htm

I'm registered already.

 

[Hexleys223]

Tony and anyone else who is thinking of going to the March 1-2 event at TWS need to register soon.

This one will fill up fast and the green and blue groups go the quickest.
http://www.thedriversedge.net/02_tracks.htm

I'm registered already.

Registered, and this time I payed for a garage! :biggrin:

I will have my video and pictures edited and up on the net by the end of the week hopefully. Matt, I have a some great video of your ride blasting down the front straight!

 

[NSXLuvr]

Anybody going to MSR May 3rd wknd(this wknd)?

I'll be there in my NSX.

 

[Matt_337]

Got this from another forum but One lap of America at TWS

http://www.tamscc.org/forum/showthread.php?t=8557

and a vid

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[Matt_337]

I'm signed up for the Nov 15-16 event at TWS.

Anyone else thinking of going?