The ABCs of performance driving: Acceleration, Braking, and Cornering. As the 2009 season comes to a close, preparation for 2010 begins. For veteran drivers and car owners, it’s a couple months to rebuild a motor, replace the wheel bearings, or get a fresh coat of paint on. For those who’ve been on the sidelines, it’s time to get ready for your first driving school. So … [Read more...] about THE ABC’S OF PERFORMANCE DRIVING
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“RACIN’ AIN’T CHEAP”
I've received a few emails saying "you're not really racing on the cheap". They were referring to a couple of expensive, quality components I'm using in my current project, like the Wilwood brake system. I certainly understand the remarks, these aren't "cheap parts". But after racing for several years and helping out with a couple car builds, I've discovered that a lot of … [Read more...] about “RACIN’ AIN’T CHEAP”
CLUB RACING PHILOSOPHY
In club racing we are not doing this for a living, we are amateurs. However this doesn't mean that we don't take our sport very seriously. Every racer in the pits has their own reason for being there, and it's fun being an amateur philosopher trying to figure out what makes your competitors tick. Some racers have to win at any (and all) costs, and some only want to win if it's … [Read more...] about CLUB RACING PHILOSOPHY
TRAILERING YOUR RACE CAR – Part One
To find a trailer for your race car on a budget can be a real challenge. The best way to go shopping is to know in advance what your needs are, and then stick to your budget. There are a lot of fancy trailers out there for big bucks that might not meet your needs, but with a little research you can find a budget one that will do everything you need. Before I purchased mine, I … [Read more...] about TRAILERING YOUR RACE CAR – Part One
RACE TIRES
The driver has direct contact with his race car through the steering wheel, seat, and pedals. And the car has direct contract with the racetrack through it's tires. So having a good set of race tires for your ride makes all the difference. Other than cost, there are quite a few differences between roadrace tires and street tires, the biggest two being tread design and rubber … [Read more...] about RACE TIRES
5 WAYS TO HAVE A BETTER RACE WEEKEND
As with most things in life, planning ahead usually brings about better results. My Dad taught me the rule of 3 P's: Piss Poor Planning leads to Piss Poor Performance. That certainly holds true in racing. A little luck can go a long way, but planning, preparation, and skill is what leads to a better race weekend. 1- Get your race car maintenance done early. Wrenching on your … [Read more...] about 5 WAYS TO HAVE A BETTER RACE WEEKEND