Track Day!
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Track Day! Here I come! I will get a **** load of track time this go around. I also have Skip (the Corvette C5R racer as my instructor for 2hrs) to show me what the thing can do at the next level. After this event I should qualify for the SCCA license course that would lead to the T1 level. Below is an email that I got from Don:
Hello everyone,
Looks like great weather this Wednesday for your all day lapping with Park Place LTD.
Schedule:
7:30 Breakfast,check in, registration, release forms, numbers.
8:00 AM drivers meeting
8:30-9:30 one hour lapping
9:30-11:00 break...corner study
11:00-11:45 Lapping
11:45 Lunch-Provided
12:30-1:30 Lapping
1:30-2:20 Break
2:30-5:00 Lapping with one day students on track.
Confirmed full coach for: Ryan B
Confirmed 1/2 coaches for: ( 2 hours) James W., Eric R., Brad G., and Joseph B.
Confirmed 1/4 coaches for: ( 60 minutes)
Below you will find a track update to date, new for 2005, schedule for the day, car preparation guidelines and updated cancellation policy. Please do not hesitate to call or email should you have any questions.
Track Update:
The majority of winter budget and work at Pacific Raceways was put into rebuilding and repaving turn # 9. Included in this will be a landscaped picnic area trackside of turn 9. Additionally draining efforts were made at the kink that leads onto the main straight. This was done in an attempt to eliminate standing rain water. In the past months a "Users Council "for the road course has been established. This group working in conjunction with the racetrack, will direct further development and improvements in the years to come.
Continued Success for our Log Books:
ProFormance Driver's Log Books...this book is a "working instrument" to be used by ProFormance clients and staff. Provided by the school, this book is to be kept in your car and presented upon lapping check in. The book will be used to help you establish a "driver's notes" system. Additionally it provides opportunity for ProFormance staff to document observations and comments.Please remember to bring your log book each time you drive with us.
Beginning with 2005, ProFormance will put in place a validating system utilizing the log books to document your driving biography for use when seeking driving authorization other tracks and sanctioning bodies.
Most drivers can renew their 2005 returning drivers form on their 1st driving day with us....we will contact you if we need your form updated prior due to outdated information.
Recent graduates of the one day high performance clinic, drivers with new cars, or who haven't driven Pacific Raceways in the last year are required to reserve a 1/2 coach ( 2 hours ) their first time back for lapping. Additional fee is $150.00. Coaches are in high demand with our seasoned drivers as well so please make your reservations early. We also offer 1/4 coach, when available for (60 minutes) coaching services $75.00.
Schedule:
Please arrive early and check in with Don for receipt and advanced lapping number Mandatory Drivers' Meeting 8:15 AM to review the driving guidelines for the day. Our goal is to have you on track by 8:30 AM for the group to have a slow orientation and warm up hour.
Highlights of driving guidelines to be covered in our meeting:
Remember this is sport driving at 7/10ths
Entry and retirement to the racetrack will be discussed
Passing on the front straight away only at the indication of the instructor or lapping driver. Considering the new front straight away configuration this will have to be a cooperative effort. Three other let by zones will be discussed
Prior to going on track, you should review pre-lapping checklist.
Pre-Lapping Checklist:
Cars being jacked up in the paddock area must be supported by a jackstand
Tires - even wear, good tread depth, no delaminating chunks, flat spots or cords
Wheel bearings good (no mechanical wobble in the wheels)
Lug nuts - verify they are tight
Brake pedal is firm when pumped a couple times
Brake lines in good condition (not cracked or ballooned)
Brake pads - enough pad left for the upcoming day?
Brake lights working
Engine hoses and belts in good condition
Throttle return springs in good condition
Fluid levels (coolant, oil, transmission, differential, etc.)
Fluid caps on tight
No fluid leaks
Nothing loose on the car body
Battery tie-down is tight
Absolutely every loose item in the car taken out. Check on the floor, the dash, under the seats, and in the trunk. If it's not bolted down, take it out.
Empty the trunk
Tighten the spare tire, jack, and tools
If your wheels have any pop-out caps or inserts, take them off
Tire pressure - be sure to set the cold tire pressures before you drive the car. Generally, you'll want to set them at least 5 PSI above your normal street pressures
Cancellation Policy:
A 50% deposit is required to reserve a course. Make checks payable to ProFormance Inc and mail to PO BOX 791 Bellevue 98009 N/A if you have a 2005 Returning Drivers form on file.
Cancellations: We require 14 days notice of cancellation. Failure to notify our office,either by telephone or writing, prior to 14 days of your reserved school date will result in forfeiture of your 50% deposit. Payment in full required 7 days prior to the clinic. No refunds are given for cancellation less than 7 days from scheduled date with full 100% tuition due. No refunds or credit due to mechanical day of event. Prices subject to change without notice. Sorry, but some restrictions may apply.
Sincerely,
Don and Donna
www.Proformanceraceschool.com
253-630-5130
Hello everyone,
Looks like great weather this Wednesday for your all day lapping with Park Place LTD.
Schedule:
7:30 Breakfast,check in, registration, release forms, numbers.
8:00 AM drivers meeting
8:30-9:30 one hour lapping
9:30-11:00 break...corner study
11:00-11:45 Lapping
11:45 Lunch-Provided
12:30-1:30 Lapping
1:30-2:20 Break
2:30-5:00 Lapping with one day students on track.
Confirmed full coach for: Ryan B
Confirmed 1/2 coaches for: ( 2 hours) James W., Eric R., Brad G., and Joseph B.
Confirmed 1/4 coaches for: ( 60 minutes)
Below you will find a track update to date, new for 2005, schedule for the day, car preparation guidelines and updated cancellation policy. Please do not hesitate to call or email should you have any questions.
Track Update:
The majority of winter budget and work at Pacific Raceways was put into rebuilding and repaving turn # 9. Included in this will be a landscaped picnic area trackside of turn 9. Additionally draining efforts were made at the kink that leads onto the main straight. This was done in an attempt to eliminate standing rain water. In the past months a "Users Council "for the road course has been established. This group working in conjunction with the racetrack, will direct further development and improvements in the years to come.
Continued Success for our Log Books:
ProFormance Driver's Log Books...this book is a "working instrument" to be used by ProFormance clients and staff. Provided by the school, this book is to be kept in your car and presented upon lapping check in. The book will be used to help you establish a "driver's notes" system. Additionally it provides opportunity for ProFormance staff to document observations and comments.Please remember to bring your log book each time you drive with us.
Beginning with 2005, ProFormance will put in place a validating system utilizing the log books to document your driving biography for use when seeking driving authorization other tracks and sanctioning bodies.
Most drivers can renew their 2005 returning drivers form on their 1st driving day with us....we will contact you if we need your form updated prior due to outdated information.
Recent graduates of the one day high performance clinic, drivers with new cars, or who haven't driven Pacific Raceways in the last year are required to reserve a 1/2 coach ( 2 hours ) their first time back for lapping. Additional fee is $150.00. Coaches are in high demand with our seasoned drivers as well so please make your reservations early. We also offer 1/4 coach, when available for (60 minutes) coaching services $75.00.
Schedule:
Please arrive early and check in with Don for receipt and advanced lapping number Mandatory Drivers' Meeting 8:15 AM to review the driving guidelines for the day. Our goal is to have you on track by 8:30 AM for the group to have a slow orientation and warm up hour.
Highlights of driving guidelines to be covered in our meeting:
Remember this is sport driving at 7/10ths
Entry and retirement to the racetrack will be discussed
Passing on the front straight away only at the indication of the instructor or lapping driver. Considering the new front straight away configuration this will have to be a cooperative effort. Three other let by zones will be discussed
Prior to going on track, you should review pre-lapping checklist.
Pre-Lapping Checklist:
Cars being jacked up in the paddock area must be supported by a jackstand
Tires - even wear, good tread depth, no delaminating chunks, flat spots or cords
Wheel bearings good (no mechanical wobble in the wheels)
Lug nuts - verify they are tight
Brake pedal is firm when pumped a couple times
Brake lines in good condition (not cracked or ballooned)
Brake pads - enough pad left for the upcoming day?
Brake lights working
Engine hoses and belts in good condition
Throttle return springs in good condition
Fluid levels (coolant, oil, transmission, differential, etc.)
Fluid caps on tight
No fluid leaks
Nothing loose on the car body
Battery tie-down is tight
Absolutely every loose item in the car taken out. Check on the floor, the dash, under the seats, and in the trunk. If it's not bolted down, take it out.
Empty the trunk
Tighten the spare tire, jack, and tools
If your wheels have any pop-out caps or inserts, take them off
Tire pressure - be sure to set the cold tire pressures before you drive the car. Generally, you'll want to set them at least 5 PSI above your normal street pressures
Cancellation Policy:
A 50% deposit is required to reserve a course. Make checks payable to ProFormance Inc and mail to PO BOX 791 Bellevue 98009 N/A if you have a 2005 Returning Drivers form on file.
Cancellations: We require 14 days notice of cancellation. Failure to notify our office,either by telephone or writing, prior to 14 days of your reserved school date will result in forfeiture of your 50% deposit. Payment in full required 7 days prior to the clinic. No refunds are given for cancellation less than 7 days from scheduled date with full 100% tuition due. No refunds or credit due to mechanical day of event. Prices subject to change without notice. Sorry, but some restrictions may apply.
Sincerely,
Don and Donna
www.Proformanceraceschool.com
253-630-5130
Hey Eric your PM box is full last time I tried to send you a message.. Do you happen to work at Valley Electric? 
