DS911 Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 Great video Simon. Thanks for posting Simonk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philbee Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 Awesome Simon, thank you. So much fun and great reliving it through your vid!Ditto from me and to @GUT, @Niko of course and others with their write ups & vids, pics. Sorry, I was only able to pop in for an 1-2hrs, take a quick look and say hi to just a few of you..... And I missed @symsy again! Didn't know Mr.Tyre Kicker was there in person. Maybe next time for the "philbee hotrod" !? Although, may need to upgrade me brakes, me suspension, me tyres, me exhaust... la la la.... !! Simonk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 Great job with the video SimonMyyyy god that Cup Car sound!!! Simonk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilburforce Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 Great vid @Simonk and thanks to @Niko for the pics! Niko and Simonk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stepo Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 Nice work on the vid as always Simon.I missed getting a ride with you during the second passenger run, left it too late but that's how it goes Great day for PFA, I'm sure it will motivate for even more interest next time around. Simonk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonk Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 Thanks everyone. For some reason, the original link I posted started the movie 25 seconds in so if the start looked a little random, that's why. Got it out pretty quickly as I wanted to beat the pros who will likely make my video look very lame Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonk Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 Guys - great, great day. Thanks to all involved in setting this up.From the minute the gate was passed until I left (one run early due to commitments) this was a great day. Lots of new faces that I hope to see at future events.Safe, fast, fun ... what else could you ask for.Here is my snapshot of the day - Tam has had enough of me showing bits I find interesting so time to share with like minded people!! Love the helmet cam! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 Need to also make a HUGE thank you to all the sponsors of the event! In particular; Michael Bailey of Marque Garage Detailing for donating prizes for giveaways (thanks also to @polorot for getting the product to the event!)Evan from Spirit of Racing for more prizes and givaways Boom industries for all the stickers & banners@Kerry & @Orlando I'm sure will have others to thank too! Rod C, time and polorot 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrevMcRev Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 I wonder how many of you bought new GoPros before the weekend....I should have offered a PFA special before the event! JB, Chris-p, GUT and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJM Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 (edited) Vic giving it her all down pit straight................you'll need to turn your volume up. you married well! My wife rolls her eyes with disinterest in all things cars and track. I forced her to go for a ride around the block in the GT2 before it went to a new owner. After 2 years of ownership, she'd never so much as sat in it. Short squirt to 4,000rpm, a smidgen of boost action, had her yelling at me to slow down and she got out with pursed lips and a shake of the head. I'd hate to think what she'd say as a passenger chasing Mark's 968CS or SteveP's GT3 on a blast up Lake Mountain on an SMT...? Thankfully she tolerates my passion because cars came before her.....the fact that I made money on the 964 & GT2 improved her tolerance level (don't mention the bills along the way.....)the kids share her attitude although my last Father's Day card did say "keep racing your bogan car dad"....? Edited 14February, 2017 by DJM Macca, sandy468, T-Man and 7 others 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod C Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 you married well! My wife rolls her eyes with disinterest in all things cars and track. I forced her to go for a ride around the block in the GT2 before it went to a new owner. After 2 years of ownership, she'd never so much as sat in it. Short squirt to 4,000rpm, a smidgen of boost action, had her yelling at me to slow down and she got out with pursed lips and a shake of the head. I'd hate to think what she'd say as a passenger chasing Mark's 968CS or SteveP's GT3 on a blast up Lake Mountain on an SMT...? Thankfully she tolerates my passion because cars came before her.....the fact that I made money on the 964 & GT2 improved her tolerance level (don't mention the bills along the way.....)the kids share her attitude although my last Father's Day card did say "keep racing your bogan car dad"....? I too are in the same boat as my better half enjoys my cars as much as poke in the eye! Higgo, Macca, hugh and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGB Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 I too are in the same boat as my better half enjoys my cars as much as poke in the eye!Fortunately I'm well entrenched in the @hugh camp! Mrs KGB and MiniKGB there for support. hugh, Higgo, time and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macca Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 "keep racing your bogan car dad"....? Porsche Bogan lol Niko, LeeM and KGB 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
symsy Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 Ditto from me and to @GUT, @Niko of course and others with their write ups & vids, pics. Sorry, I was only able to pop in for an 1-2hrs, take a quick look and say hi to just a few of you..... And I missed @symsy again! Didn't know Mr.Tyre Kicker was there in person. Maybe next time for the "philbee hotrod" !? Although, may need to upgrade me brakes, me suspension, me tyres, me exhaust... la la la.... !! Philbee .. you better get your self down to RSR cars and coffee at the weekend .. i wanna see that machine Philbee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
time Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 Fortunately I'm well entrenched in the @hugh camp! Mrs KGB and MiniKGB there for support.great pic KGB! My wife said (after the track day) 'Ok that's it for cars now'.......I'm thinking it's just the start!! Rod C and Macca 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 great pic KGB! My wife said (after the track day) 'Ok that's it for cars now'.......I'm thinking it's just the start!!I'm sorry, but WHAT? My missus knows exactly what retort she would get if she said that to me! All I'll say is good onya mate, get out there and have FUN. You're only here once time and Macca 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 My wife rolls her eyes with disinterest in all things cars and track. I'd hate to think what she'd say as a passenger chasing Mark's 968CS or SteveP's GT3 on a blast up Lake Mountain on an SMT...? Thankfully she tolerates my passion because cars came before her.... I might be married to your wife's sister. Exact same attitude. Although.....I think she has thrown the towell in and finally realised, if I hadn't changed by now, there is a fair chance it's not going to happen.. Oh...and forget being a passenger chasing Mark's 968CS, last time I tried to do that I became a rally driver. (and not a very good one at that) Fraz, LeeM, Higgo and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 It was great to see so many wives/partners (+ ladies in general) & family down at the track on Sunday. If nothing more its a sign of encouragement or at a least confirmation of approval for our expensive recreational habits! I did see plenty of ladies getting helmets on and climbing in on the passenger sessions - bring on the new recruits! I would really love to run a "ladies only" session but unfortunately with only 2 we had to merge them in with the rest of you lot. Fortunately I haven't received any complaints from Vic although she did mention there was a certain silver 997 GT3 lurking for a chase! Isn't that right @symsy NiX and symsy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DS911 Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 you married well! My wife rolls her eyes with disinterest in all things cars and track. I forced her to go for a ride around the block in the GT2 before it went to a new owner. After 2 years of ownership, she'd never so much as sat in it. Short squirt to 4,000rpm, a smidgen of boost action, had her yelling at me to slow down and she got out with pursed lips and a shake of the head. I'd hate to think what she'd say as a passenger chasing Mark's 968CS or SteveP's GT3 on a blast up Lake Mountain on an SMT...? Thankfully she tolerates my passion because cars came before her.....the fact that I made money on the 964 & GT2 improved her tolerance level (don't mention the bills along the way.....)the kids share her attitude although my last Father's Day card did say "keep racing your bogan car dad"....? Love it! I managed to convince my wife to come for 2 laps in the passenger session. The look on her face in the video is priceless. I drove very conservatively but she was still pretty scared. In the end she had a bit of a laugh but promised she would never do it again! LeeM and hugh 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Higgo Posted 14February, 2017 Report Share Posted 14February, 2017 I might be married to your wife's sister. Exact same attitude. Although.....I think she has thrown the towell in and finally realised, if I hadn't changed by now, there is a fair chance it's not going to happen.. Oh...and forget being a passenger chasing Mark's 968CS, last time I tried to do that I became a rally driver. (and not a very good one at that)+1 on that wife stuff.....and a daughter with same attitude towards it as mum ......the dog doesn't mind riding shotgun sometimes, best of all he doesn't complain either...... Macca, Fraz and Rod C 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris-p Posted 15February, 2017 Report Share Posted 15February, 2017 Fortunately I'm well entrenched in the @hugh camp! Mrs KGB and MiniKGB there for support.Love this photo. How great they both got to share the experience of the day with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airhead Posted 15February, 2017 Report Share Posted 15February, 2017 I I’m pretty lucky in the wife dept. (took me 3 goes to get the right one!)I often refer to my wife on here as SWLTDF *Whether it’s the twisties or the track she’s always keen to have a go. She recently did an MSCA at Sandown and her mechanic (me) didn’t have her race car ready so she drove her Fiat 500 daily driver and scored 3rd O/R in the regularity cracking a 1.56 on her last run. *shewholikestodrivefast Rod C, Simonk and Mike-S 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonk Posted 15February, 2017 Report Share Posted 15February, 2017 Couple track day questions for the regulars;How do you manage tyre wear over the life of your tyres? The right side copped a hiding on Sunday so to me it makes sense to switch them over to the left if the next track is also anti-clockwise. Or does it all even out over a year if you do say Sandown, Philip Island and Winton?Any good track day apps worth getting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airhead Posted 15February, 2017 Report Share Posted 15February, 2017 Couple track day questions for the regulars;How do you manage tyre wear over the life of your tyres? The right side copped a hiding on Sunday so to me it makes sense to switch them over to the left if the next track is also anti-clockwise. Or does it all even out over a year if you do say Sandown, Philip Island and Winton?Any good track day apps worth getting?Have another set of wheels and track tyres just for that reason Simon. Slippery Slope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGB Posted 15February, 2017 Report Share Posted 15February, 2017 Love this photo. How great they both got to share the experience of the day with you.Chris, to have an appreciative passenger, a very happy and supportive wife, not to mention a super enthused 4 year old all in one pic makes it special. These are the memories you carry forever. Rod C, time, hugh and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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