Harvs11 Posted 3February, 2014 Report Share Posted 3February, 2014 Have done a John Bowe day at Sandown with the PCV last year. It was great. Well run with good instructors from the elite of local race drivers. Booking as a group means you are there with other cars of similar performance. It might even get a group discount. I learnt heaps and it certainly gave me plenty to take away and think about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Posted 3February, 2014 Report Share Posted 3February, 2014 i like the sound of all 3, but how about something like a high speed run at an airfield, or a wet skip pan day, something that doesn't require the potential large expense of a track day. an airfield run would be pointless IMO. that would be for modified cars to compare against others. Now an Auto-X would be fun. I've never done one before but would love to!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
withers Posted 3February, 2014 Report Share Posted 3February, 2014 I'm up for all three types of event. Track days are bit of an issue to do re planning and more specifically cost. There are a number of options. 1 Tack onto another clubs sprint day. You need a Cams or AASA sprint licence. Get timed runs for bragging rights. 2 Go to Winton on a Friday Test and Tune day. Pay your money and drive. Still need a licence. No timed runs, just laps - lots of them. 3 Organise our own. Nothing about 15K for track hire etc wont fix. 4 Do a John Bowe drive day. Instruction, lots of laps for around $500 5 For newbys who have not got a licence you do one of the new Cams Come and Try days. There is one at Sandown this coming Sunday. You get some theory sessions and at least 2 track sessions with instructors beside you for about $100. The Sandown one is gfull but more a planned through the year. Google MSCA Come and Try and you can see the details on their website. http://www.msca.net.au/index.php Maybe get in early as a group for the next one at Winton on 16 March (Grand Prix day) or April 6 at Phillip Island. Come down to Sandown next Sunday and have a look and I can explain how it works. Option 5 sounds great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlatSix Posted 3February, 2014 Report Share Posted 3February, 2014 I would come and spectate option one, pretty sure Ive got option two all sorted and option three sounds like a lot of fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh Posted 3February, 2014 Report Share Posted 3February, 2014 Have done a John Bowe day at Sandown with the PCV last year. It was great. Well run with good instructors from the elite of local race drivers. Booking as a group means you are there with other cars of similar performance. It might even get a group discount. I learnt heaps and it certainly gave me plenty to take away and think about. +1. When reading through the thread their appears to be a lot of track newbies so something like this seems appropriate to kick off the track day event schedule, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Posted 3February, 2014 Report Share Posted 3February, 2014 I'm thinking an Auto-X would be a good fun and exciting idea. There's less wear and tear on your car as it's only a short sprint. less chance of crashing ect as you can only hit a cone. a little competition couldn't hurt (timed runs) Our cars are made for cornering right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh Posted 3February, 2014 Report Share Posted 3February, 2014 I'm thinking an Auto-X would be a good fun and exciting idea. There's less wear and tear on your car as it's only a short sprint. less chance of crashing ect as you can only hit a cone. a little competition couldn't hurt (timed runs) Our cars are made for cornering right? PCV did a half day at Tooradin airport, we set up a few cones and it was fun - I'd be in for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
911barber Posted 3February, 2014 Report Share Posted 3February, 2014 garage queen here! im in if its happening! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGB Posted 4February, 2014 Report Share Posted 4February, 2014 We go if can drive Czar on the road. No Queenie garages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerry Posted 4February, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 4February, 2014 Thanks one and all! I've taken a back seat for the last few days since posting this as I wanted to gauge the interest in each suggestion beyond my own preferences and prompting. I LOVE the idea that the northern brethren might consider an expedition below the border to catch up and participate! This would be a fantastic bonus for organising any event, and would certainly brand and define the PFA as a national body. I am also overwhelmed by the offers of support in the organisation and running of these events. I will definitely take many of you up on these kind gestures. So, I have convened a moderators meeting set for the next couple of weeks where we might work out some structures, including taking members up on their offer to assist in the organisation. Many thanks comrades, stay tuned, and we'll look to create topic/event specific threads for these in the coming weeks with details. Peace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveT Posted 5February, 2014 Report Share Posted 5February, 2014 I would drive to Sydney or similar as long as it was in the school holidays as my partner is a teacher. Not that far from Brisbane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerry Posted 5February, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 5February, 2014 Good effort Steve, however I'm pretty sure its going to be down in Mexico... er, Melbourne, simply based on numbers. Of interest, 46% of PFA members list their location as Melbourne. Take the point about school holidays though, I wonder if that makes it easier or harder for the interstaters to get away? i.e.: kids to juggle/bring along etc? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh Posted 5February, 2014 Report Share Posted 5February, 2014 Note: I have catering sorted for any of the events if that comes up. A very good friend has made an amazing mobile wood fire BBQ that he does all american style ribs etc. on - takes it very seriously and it is amazing. Just saying, if we want/need to get some external catering . Now all I need is to find a mobile slurpee machine.................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
withers Posted 6February, 2014 Report Share Posted 6February, 2014 Note: I have catering sorted for any of the events if that comes up. A very good friend has made an amazing mobile wood fire BBQ that he does all american style ribs etc. on - takes it very seriously and it is amazing. Just saying, if we want/need to get some external catering . Now all I need is to find a mobile slurpee machine.................. A day at Hanging Rock maybe? The BBQ would be a great addition for the rock Sounds like Kerry is thinking of a multi day natmeet type of thing for PFA! Cool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
9fan Posted 6February, 2014 Report Share Posted 6February, 2014 Kerry, My suggestion only requires 2 flaggies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davida Posted 17February, 2014 Report Share Posted 17February, 2014 I think all three suggestions would generate enthusiasm and participation. I would be keen. David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod C Posted 17February, 2014 Report Share Posted 17February, 2014 Happy to help lend a hand too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerry Posted 17February, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 17February, 2014 Cheers Davida and Rod. I've heard the response from one and all, and it looks like all three events will happen at some stage this year. We've had a Mods meeting about it and I hope that we'll be able to name the first one sometime soon. No doubt we'll need some volunteers, but mainly participants! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myred911 Posted 17February, 2014 Report Share Posted 17February, 2014 I would throw my hand in too! But I really need them both to hold my morning coffee steady. Happy to help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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