Norcal Track Days
Out of all the 90+ days I tracked my 03, only once did I have a heat-related sideline or failure. That was when the rear main seal failed (likely due to extreme oil temps OR it was just its time). You have a stock 05? You should be fine, IMO. Unwrapped test pipes make some heat, but in my experience the non-HR Zs handle that ok.
!Water will be my best friend.
I will be running in Group B, PF class
What group is everyone in?
June 6, 2014 Rosters:
Group A
Robert Lotus Elise 2005
Thomas 2010 Lotus Evora
David 2010 Lotus Evora GT4
Gregory 2011 Lotus 2-Elevent GT4
Larry Lotus Exige S Cup Car
Gary 2006 Lotus Elise
Ross Lotus Elise 2005
steven 2011 porsche cayman
GORDON 2013 Grand sport C6
Michael 2006 / Lotus / Elise
Daniel 2004 BMW M3
Danny 2012 GTR
Scott Lotus 2-11
Lar Porsche 2007 GT3 Cup
Peter 1993 Porsche RSA
john 2011 porsce 997gt3
Steven 2011 Porsche cayman
Derek 2007 Lotus Exige S
Sam 2004 Lotus Elise
steven 2011 porsche cayman
Michael 2006 Lotus Elise
Tom 1994 civic cx
Robinson 1973 Porsche 914
Scott 2007 NISMO 350z
Group B
Norman unknown
Dan unknown
Gary s2000
Leo unknown
Jose 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution RS
Michael 2007 Honda civic
sina 2007 Nissan 350z
Boris 1995 BMW M3
GE 2006 Nissan 350Z
Kevin 2010 Nissan 370z
Scott 2007 NISMO 350z
Matthew 2006 Honda S2000
Larry 1996 Honda Civic
Raymond Nissan 350z
Zoe 1996 Mazda Miata
noah 2010 Porsche Turbo
Xi 96 Acura integra
Dylan 1996/Acura/Integra
Duane 2007 Lotus Body type CP
brandon 2008 honda civic
Ronald 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Matthew 2003 nissan 350z
Group C
Scott 2007 NISMO 350z
Fred 1997 BMW M3
Roy 2005 Lotus Elise
kelley 2007 Lotus Exige Cup Car
kai 2005 honda s200
sheng 2008 nissan 350Z nismo
Oscar 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
sam 2007 honda s2000
Steven 13 frs
Michael unknown
qiao da 1999/acura/integra 4d
warren nissan 2004 350z
Ying 2013 subaru brz
weiying 2001 bmw m3
jian 1994 honda civic si
Gary 2004 Honda s2000
dan unknown
Dan unknown
Alex 1990 Honda Crx
ANITA 2002 Honda S2000
Andy 05 Nissan 350z
jeffrey 2014 scion frs
charun 2014 lexus is250
Duane 2007 Lotus Body type CP
Group D + Group E Scott 2007 NISMO 350z
ALL MIATASSSSSSS
Last edited by scotts300; Jun 5, 2014 at 11:39 AM.
Good luck with no aftermarket cooling! HR Zs hate us. I'll see you guys in the AM, me, Kevin, and francis are parking at the big hanger closest to the hot pit entrance. Come park with!
Mental note - 250 oil or 227-230 water is where I call quits on a hot lap. I should put a sticky note in my car to remind me!
Good luck with no aftermarket cooling! HR Zs hate us. I'll see you guys in the AM, me, Kevin, and francis are parking at the big hanger closest to the hot pit entrance. Come park with!
Good luck with no aftermarket cooling! HR Zs hate us. I'll see you guys in the AM, me, Kevin, and francis are parking at the big hanger closest to the hot pit entrance. Come park with!
I went by your area for that ride along, but Kevin told me you left early - hope you're feeling better. Kevin has your award!
Official results coming...
6/6/14 SpeedSF Challenge Official Results
Note: First session - where most had their best laps (me included!) did not count towards the official results.
Group RWB (30+ points)
1. Nik Romano Honda S2k - 1:57.218 (TToD as well)
2. Danny Chan Nissan GTR - 2:04.239
Group OMG (25-30 points)
1. David Lau Honda S2k - 2:04.378
2. Martin Riente Honda S2k - 2:07.378
3. Daniel Avon BMW 335i - 2:20.358
Group FOF (19-24 points)
1. Gary Yeung Honda S2k - 2:07.998
2. Kevin Lau Nissan 370Z - 2:08.214
Group PAF (13-18 points)
1. Scott Smith Nissan 350Z - 2:05.206
2. Sina Zendehnam Nissan 350Z - 2:13.882
3. Ben Williams Mazda Miata - 2:18.082
Group PF (7-12 points)
1. Justin Ross Mazda Miata - 2:07.712
2. King Tang Mazda Miata - 2:09.348
3. Raymond Yip 350Z - 2:11.351
Group P (0-6 points)
1. Dave Theodore Mazda Miata - 2:19.545
2. Shane Cheng Mazda Miata - 2:21.887
3. Robin Merod Mazda Miata - 2:22.504
Note: First session - where most had their best laps (me included!) did not count towards the official results.
Group RWB (30+ points)
1. Nik Romano Honda S2k - 1:57.218 (TToD as well)
2. Danny Chan Nissan GTR - 2:04.239
Group OMG (25-30 points)
1. David Lau Honda S2k - 2:04.378
2. Martin Riente Honda S2k - 2:07.378
3. Daniel Avon BMW 335i - 2:20.358
Group FOF (19-24 points)
1. Gary Yeung Honda S2k - 2:07.998
2. Kevin Lau Nissan 370Z - 2:08.214
Group PAF (13-18 points)
1. Scott Smith Nissan 350Z - 2:05.206
2. Sina Zendehnam Nissan 350Z - 2:13.882
3. Ben Williams Mazda Miata - 2:18.082
Group PF (7-12 points)
1. Justin Ross Mazda Miata - 2:07.712
2. King Tang Mazda Miata - 2:09.348
3. Raymond Yip 350Z - 2:11.351
Group P (0-6 points)
1. Dave Theodore Mazda Miata - 2:19.545
2. Shane Cheng Mazda Miata - 2:21.887
3. Robin Merod Mazda Miata - 2:22.504
Sorry, didn't see this in time, but was helping the SpeedSF crew since they were short staffed so I parked with them up under the canopy.
I went by your area for that ride along, but Kevin told me you left early - hope you're feeling better. Kevin has your award! Official results coming...
I went by your area for that ride along, but Kevin told me you left early - hope you're feeling better. Kevin has your award!
Official results coming...At least now I'm in 3rd place for PAF. Milton and I will be battling it out for 3rd and 4th for season end, unless matt misses more events (hopefully he doesn't)
Last edited by SE5spd; Jun 11, 2014 at 09:29 PM.
Ya wasn't a good day for me and my times are embarrassing haha. I came mainly for points, my car wasn't 100% ready and tires are dead (I know all bs excuses) still fun, I had to bail out after session 3. I'll be at 5 mile day. Can't wait to be able to drive it at more then 20mph!!
At least now I'm in 3rd place for PAF. Milton and I will be battling it out for 3rd and 4th for season end, unless matt misses more events (hopefully he doesn't)
At least now I'm in 3rd place for PAF. Milton and I will be battling it out for 3rd and 4th for season end, unless matt misses more events (hopefully he doesn't)
I have some RS3 tires if you are interested. Used 285s (were still good enough for 2:04.x at T-hill bypass at the last SpeedSF event) and NEW 275s that I don't need now. I also have some take off BFG R1Ss. Not class legal at 40 TWR, but thought I saw you asking around for some.
Yup, day was DAMN hot!
I have some RS3 tires if you are interested. Used 285s (were still good enough for 2:04.x at T-hill bypass at the last SpeedSF event) and NEW 275s that I don't need now. I also have some take off BFG R1Ss. Not class legal at 40 TWR, but thought I saw you asking around for some.
I have some RS3 tires if you are interested. Used 285s (were still good enough for 2:04.x at T-hill bypass at the last SpeedSF event) and NEW 275s that I don't need now. I also have some take off BFG R1Ss. Not class legal at 40 TWR, but thought I saw you asking around for some.
Hello trackers.
Heard there is new pavement so I had to sign up. First time going out in the Z, signed up with Patricks SpeedSF July group.
2008-2012 I worked my way up through the DE groups in my Miata, and into Spec Miata racing. Then sadly had to sell the car.
On the Z I have Bilstein PSS, Michelin Pilot Super Sport (245 18x8.5 front, 255 18x9.5 rear), Front Stop Tech BBK w/ 309 pads (not too happy with these pads). Should work out...but it will be different from a full blown race car. Just got a JWT clutch/flywheel. Should last right? Anyone been out with the 309 pads?
Replacing/flushing the brake fluid, and getting an oil change. Any other suggestion? Would love to get a ride or two with yall who have Z experience.
Looking forward to it!
Heard there is new pavement so I had to sign up. First time going out in the Z, signed up with Patricks SpeedSF July group.
2008-2012 I worked my way up through the DE groups in my Miata, and into Spec Miata racing. Then sadly had to sell the car.
On the Z I have Bilstein PSS, Michelin Pilot Super Sport (245 18x8.5 front, 255 18x9.5 rear), Front Stop Tech BBK w/ 309 pads (not too happy with these pads). Should work out...but it will be different from a full blown race car. Just got a JWT clutch/flywheel. Should last right? Anyone been out with the 309 pads?
Replacing/flushing the brake fluid, and getting an oil change. Any other suggestion? Would love to get a ride or two with yall who have Z experience.
Looking forward to it!
Last edited by derangedtoolman; Jun 24, 2014 at 07:07 PM.
Hello trackers.
Heard there is new pavement so I had to sign up. First time going out in the Z, signed up with Patricks SpeedSF July group.
2008-2012 I worked my way up through the DE groups in my Miata, and into Spec Miata racing. Then sadly had to sell the car.
On the Z I have Bilstein PSS, Michelin Pilot Super Sport (245 18x8.5 front, 255 18x9.5 rear), Front Stop Tech BBK w/ 309 pads (not too happy with these pads). Should work out...but it will be different from a full blown race car. Just got a JWT clutch/flywheel. Should last right? Anyone been out with the 309 pads?
Replacing/flushing the brake fluid, and getting an oil change. Any other suggestion? Would love to get a ride or two with yall who have Z experience.
Looking forward to it!
Heard there is new pavement so I had to sign up. First time going out in the Z, signed up with Patricks SpeedSF July group.
2008-2012 I worked my way up through the DE groups in my Miata, and into Spec Miata racing. Then sadly had to sell the car.
On the Z I have Bilstein PSS, Michelin Pilot Super Sport (245 18x8.5 front, 255 18x9.5 rear), Front Stop Tech BBK w/ 309 pads (not too happy with these pads). Should work out...but it will be different from a full blown race car. Just got a JWT clutch/flywheel. Should last right? Anyone been out with the 309 pads?
Replacing/flushing the brake fluid, and getting an oil change. Any other suggestion? Would love to get a ride or two with yall who have Z experience.
Looking forward to it!
Did you sign up for the 5th or 6th?
see you there!
Hello trackers.
Heard there is new pavement so I had to sign up. First time going out in the Z, signed up with Patricks SpeedSF July group.
2008-2012 I worked my way up through the DE groups in my Miata, and into Spec Miata racing. Then sadly had to sell the car.
On the Z I have Bilstein PSS, Michelin Pilot Super Sport (245 18x8.5 front, 255 18x9.5 rear), Front Stop Tech BBK w/ 309 pads (not too happy with these pads). Should work out...but it will be different from a full blown race car. Just got a JWT clutch/flywheel. Should last right? Anyone been out with the 309 pads?
Replacing/flushing the brake fluid, and getting an oil change. Any other suggestion? Would love to get a ride or two with yall who have Z experience.
Looking forward to it!
Heard there is new pavement so I had to sign up. First time going out in the Z, signed up with Patricks SpeedSF July group.
2008-2012 I worked my way up through the DE groups in my Miata, and into Spec Miata racing. Then sadly had to sell the car.
On the Z I have Bilstein PSS, Michelin Pilot Super Sport (245 18x8.5 front, 255 18x9.5 rear), Front Stop Tech BBK w/ 309 pads (not too happy with these pads). Should work out...but it will be different from a full blown race car. Just got a JWT clutch/flywheel. Should last right? Anyone been out with the 309 pads?
Replacing/flushing the brake fluid, and getting an oil change. Any other suggestion? Would love to get a ride or two with yall who have Z experience.
Looking forward to it!
JWT clutch/flywheel will last forever. I had mine replaced since 2007 and until now I am still using it.