Archetype Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Where are the video's sir? I'll upload the quickest run later today hopefully. In the meantime, I need to earn some money as I am about to buy a new set of tyres, and pay for my entry for the Hamilton Car Club/MBOP dual sprints at Hampton Downs this weekend. Anyone else going? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drtdvl Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Not me... Saving for the world cup next year and being paid on the last business day of the month means i have very little spare cash towards the end of the month... Monthly pay sucks btw... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archetype Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 I worked out the cost of competing in all rounds of the upcoming 2013/2014 Mazda Pro7 Racing Series, including entry fees, fuel, tyres, travel, plus the purchase price of my own trailer and and engine rebuild, and it came to a grand total of $21,800. Hmmm... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drtdvl Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 I stopped counting how much money i've spent - lots of money and nothing to show for it! Still a broken POS... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archetype Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Fitted your new bonnet yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drtdvl Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Tomorrow night! i'm going to be illegal and drive to Max's place with no bonnet and fit it there. Hows the beers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark105 Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Haha yeah the uno gained 1400cc for the hill climb lol. Nah I have switched to the skyline for the rest of the series. They still just posted my times as though I was in the uno as all my entry details were against my uno number. Will have to get them to fix that up. Was good fun though. Still learning the skyline heaps and feel I still have room for improvement. Only really felt like I was getting the hang of it on the last run Haha. Better find some money for Hampton and sign up this week. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archetype Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 I had one when I got home, and it just about put me to sleep on the couch. I'll enjoy one or two in the sun (here's hoping) this Saturday afternoon, thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drtdvl Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 How's everyone shaping up for the dual car sprints? I just need to get some tires swapped over, upgrade my Harry laptimer version so it links with the go-pro, and the biggest thing get the brakes working properly... 1) bleed brakes 2) sort out some brake ducting setup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
japawagons Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Unos officially retired... So I'll just be scrutineering and watching... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archetype Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 I did the Hamilton Car Club / Motorsport BOP dual sprints today. It was a good day and the weather stayed clear for our timed runs, but it rained just as we were about to start our bonus session. I'm running on a new set of tyres, so it's nice to have some grip again. Oh, what happened to the Uno? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark105 Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Bugger went to sign up to Hampton and realised hamner is the same weekend and I already have every thing sussed so no dual sprints now. Bit gutted will have to find another day to get to Hampton now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
japawagons Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Oh, what happened to the Uno? Nothing at all. After missing Sainsbury Road, which is really the only event I wanted to do. I thought about the Dual Sprints and the cost VS enjoyment from the Uno, just didn't make sense. Might do Hewi but I think I shall just wait until the 156 is finished. It's not far away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikuni Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 If my car ever runs again 105, I'll hit you up and we'll go and do a trackday of some sorts. In the weekend was a driver training day, and from what I could see, for only $230 you got a day on the track with some schooling on how to no be a n00b (race driver training), along with a track outing with Paul Radisich sitting beside you - it may have cost more to get the man himself in the car, not certain on that. Pretty good bang for buck though, compared to a standard trackday. I've been working hard on my car and the list only has about 10 items left on it now. I think it's doable, so going to bust my a*** to get to Hampton. If nothing else pops up I should be there. So excited about getting back out on Hampton Downs! DoneNew seat bolted in. Harnesses relocated. Steering wheel extension and column in. P/S removed, steering rack modified and back in. ABS removed. 2 of 4 new brake lines run. Plates made for new pedal box. Pedal box in. Brake fluid reservoirs mounted. Bonnet pins mounted and cable removed. Windscreen wiper motor relocated and modified to single action. Brake bias adjuster mounted. 2/4 doors cut out and plastic windows added. Fireproof kit and new helmet purchased. To doRun remaining brake lines. Plumb, flush and bleed brakes. Replace CV joint. Replace radiator. Extend wiring/make spacers to relocate switches. Have custom clutch cable made. Retune/adjust base map to fix fueling issue. If I get time fix some issues like lack of brakes and replace an engine mount or 2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaneo Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 If my car ever runs again 105, I'll hit you up and we'll go and do a trackday of some sorts. In the weekend was a driver training day, and from what I could see, for only $230 you got a day on the track with some schooling on how to no be a n00b (race driver training), along with a track outing with Paul Radisich sitting beside you - it may have cost more to get the man himself in the car, not certain on that. Pretty good bang for buck though, compared to a standard trackday. I've been working hard on my car and the list only has about 10 items left on it now. I think it's doable, so going to bust my a*** to get to Hampton. If nothing else pops up I should be there. So excited about getting back out on Hampton Downs! Done New seat bolted in. Harnesses relocated. Steering wheel extension and column in. P/S removed, steering rack modified and back in. ABS removed. 2 of 4 new brake lines run. Plates made for new pedal box. Pedal box in. Brake fluid reservoirs mounted. Bonnet pins mounted and cable removed. Windscreen wiper motor relocated and modified to single action. Brake bias adjuster mounted. 2/4 doors cut out and plastic windows added. Fireproof kit and new helmet purchased. To do Run remaining brake lines. Plumb, flush and bleed brakes. Replace CV joint. Replace radiator. Extend wiring/make spacers to relocate switches. Have custom clutch cable made. Retune/adjust base map to fix fueling issue. If I get time fix some issues like lack of brakes and replace an engine mount or 2. Have you booked a spot with Campbell??? I have and my car has just sat in the shed since last event Then you will get finished for sure would be great to seen you there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evan Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 wtf. how did I miss Sainsbury? like how? would have been watching had I have realised it was on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archetype Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 Come along to the dual sprints at Hampton Downs, not this weekend but the next. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M_C Posted August 23, 2013 Author Share Posted August 23, 2013 Is there such a thing as a racing mirror? I am thinking wide angle interior rear view mirror to keep an eye on traffic when racing. Where would one procure such an item? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archetype Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 Yeah, there are a few different ones available. Proparts have a couple: http://www.proparts.co.nz/shop.html?page=shop.browse I've thought about getting hold of some to sell in my online store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archetype Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 Ah, you'll have to type 'mirror' in their search box, since I couldn't give you a more specific URL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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