# newb to hit the track! **URL:** \ **Category:** SON240sx Automotive\ **Created:** [May 29, 2009, 10:02pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922 "2009-05-29T22:02:10Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 17\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![em\_5ive](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/em_5ive/32/5707_2.png) [@em\_5ive](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/em_5ive)\ **Post date:** [May 30, 2009, 11:48am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/21 "2009-05-30T11:48:59Z")
Thanks guys, this thread has been a lot of help. I do have some lowering springs btw, so I may hold off on coils for this year. If if didn’t have springs i would have jumped on wayne’s megans. Reason for the S14 vs 13 question was b/c the available option to track my brothers s13. lol. We’re both on stock status therefore was just wondering any differences/preferences. I will definitely be out this year. don’t laugh…jk ---
**Author:** ![MIKE-240sx](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/mike-240sx/32/5665_2.png) [@MIKE-240sx](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/MIKE-240sx)\ **Post date:** [May 31, 2009, 1:20am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/22 "2009-05-31T01:20:23Z")
lol it is doable…ull encouter some heavy understeer… lol try it out… im in desperate need of coils tho… i aint riding no 4x4 status no more .hehehe ---
**Author:** ![PureEuroM3](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/3bc359/32.png) [@PureEuroM3](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/PureEuroM3)\ **Post date:** [May 31, 2009, 1:29am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/23 "2009-05-31T01:29:27Z")
> [@how much is my TV worth/anyone wanna buy it?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/how-much-is-my-tv-worth-anyone-wanna-buy-it/22229/35): > > I will definitely be out this year. > > don’t laugh…jk haha people always laugh but as long as you have fun and enjoy yourself. BTW this car was 99% stock when this was taken! It was fun, trust… ![http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n54/TK_Photo/Banner.jpg](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/3X/e/3/e3ecfc4c0984a31748eaa4bfc072e3c1ed8b24d3.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![em\_5ive](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/em_5ive/32/5707_2.png) [@em\_5ive](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/em_5ive)\ **Post date:** [June 1, 2009, 10:26am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/24 "2009-06-01T10:26:25Z")
^^Thanks Man. BTW. Are you guys renting helmets?? … ---
**Author:** ![sil8t](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/ea666f/32.png) [@sil8t](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/sil8t)\ **Post date:** [June 1, 2009, 10:44am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/25 "2009-06-01T10:44:30Z")
just check your shit… make sure ur game is tight… and go have a blast man most ppl who will make fun of u are bench racers anyways ---
**Author:** ![240xcsv](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/2/bbe5ce/32.png) [@240xcsv](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/240xcsv)\ **Post date:** [June 1, 2009, 11:33am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/26 "2009-06-01T11:33:51Z")
You should get a helmet but chances are most track days you can sign a waiver of safety… lol… I am still deciding on a proper helmet… Not smart to race without one… but you can… I guess you could ask people to borrow you some or rent but… best to buy… Check any issue of grassroots motorsports for some good selections… ---
**Author:** ![sil8t](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/ea666f/32.png) [@sil8t](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/sil8t)\ **Post date:** [June 1, 2009, 11:43am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/27 "2009-06-01T11:43:05Z")
i just pickd up one of those fuel ones from ct ---
**Author:** ![Tarz](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/43a26b/32.png) [@Tarz](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Tarz)\ **Post date:** [June 17, 2009, 4:21pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/28 "2009-06-17T16:21:19Z")
240 was built to drift from factory haha but one thing i really didnt like was tire roll on the 15 id say get some bigger rims just for the front at least and still smoke of 15s in the back coils will deff help nice stiff springs stock set up rolls lots ---
**Author:** ![ronnie416](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ronnie416/32/5480_2.png) [@ronnie416](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ronnie416)\ **Post date:** [June 17, 2009, 5:34pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/29 "2009-06-17T17:34:43Z")
> [@Anyone in Blasdell/Hamburg area?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/anyone-in-blasdell-hamburg-area/22259/192): > > ^^Thanks Man. BTW. Are you guys renting helmets?? … I have LOTS of hemets and will be selling some of them off. BNIB and Used. All size Medium though. Anywhere from $100 to $1000 PM if interested. ---
**Author:** ![ronnie416](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ronnie416/32/5480_2.png) [@ronnie416](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ronnie416)\ **Post date:** [June 17, 2009, 5:37pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/30 "2009-06-17T17:37:24Z")
> [@em\_5ive"](#): > > Well looking to hit the track this year and wondering if any of you have any thoughts with lapping/drifting completely stock, lol. > > Anyone here currently doing it? > > My KA has pretty high mileage (300+) and will swap an SR when she goes. However, I’ve searched the forums and the general consensus is to upgrade the suspension before going under the hood. Will wait till she blows…🙂 > > I guess what I’m asking is if anyones had major issues tracking stock. Will be upgrading the kouki over the winter and just wanting it to pull though till then. Next summer will be better but can’t miss out on tracking this year! > > On another note, tracking s13/14’s. Is there a big difference in handling/feel? > > Thanks! Don’t even worry about a thing. Just make sure your fluids are all topped up. Brakes are working well, all suspension arms in good shape. Go out there, GO SLOW!!! Learn the lines. Most important thing. Get soemone to show you around. It’s all about the lines. Gotta go slow to go fast. Way too many hot heads out there who just charge right in with no concept of corner entry, lines, apexes, braking points etc… Just start out slow and by the thrid session you WILL BE HAVING THE MOST FUN YOU’VE EVER HAD IN A CAR. EVEERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!!! If it’s not a drift day, I’ll gladly show you lines. Just lemme know what day you’re going to and I’ll come along. ---
**Author:** ![tbradley\_21](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/tbradley_21/32/5672_2.png) [@tbradley\_21](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/tbradley_21)\ **Post date:** [June 17, 2009, 5:52pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/31 "2009-06-17T17:52:05Z")
> [@em\_5ive"](#): > > Well looking to hit the track this year and wondering if any of you have any thoughts with lapping/drifting completely stock, lol. > > Anyone here currently doing it? > > My KA has pretty high mileage (300+) and will swap an SR when she goes. However, I’ve searched the forums and the general consensus is to upgrade the suspension before going under the hood. Will wait till she blows…🙂 > > I guess what I’m asking is if anyones had major issues tracking stock. Will be upgrading the kouki over the winter and just wanting it to pull though till then. Next summer will be better but can’t miss out on tracking this year! > > On another note, tracking s13/14’s. Is there a big difference in handling/feel? > > Thanks! I’m right there with you as well. I am a newb to the track but want to get out shortly. I just have a few more things I need to do before that happens like new sticky tires, and install my new rear hicas ball joint assemblys. The only difference is my car isn’t completely stock and I think I’m in good condition to hit the track. Was wondering about the helmet rule as well. ---
**Author:** ![spd-dmn](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/spd-dmn/32/5513_2.png) [@spd-dmn](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/spd-dmn)\ **Post date:** [June 17, 2009, 6:00pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/32 "2009-06-17T18:00:55Z")
Come to our track day on the 28th! That’s two Sundays from now. ![http://son240sx.org/forums/images/son240sx.org/bannerads/events/digbannerjun28.jpg](http://son240sx.org/forums/images/son240sx.org/bannerads/events/digbannerjun28.jpg) And, the MOST IMPORTANT things you need to keep having fun at a lapping day are a decent set of pads, fresh (preferably high temp) brake fluid and decent tires. \*\*this is assuming your car is already mechanically sound. i’m not talking about mods. i’m talking about the frame being in one piece, ball joints in good shape, etc Also, helmets are strongly encouraged but not mandatory. This is a relaxed lapping event, not a competition. People come to learn and to have fun. No dick swinging competitions. Anybody acting like a retard is swiftly black flagged and removed. ---
**Author:** ![jammin1911](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/a9a28c/32.png) [@jammin1911](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/jammin1911)\ **Post date:** [June 17, 2009, 6:09pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/33 "2009-06-17T18:09:52Z")
if you clowns were on our mailing list you would have already gotten lots of tips on what you need to be ready 😉 email [jammin1911@gmail.com](mailto:jammin1911@gmail.com) to request an add to the list… \ here is my contribution to this thread: > [@DIG Track Days](#): > > Your Car: > > - Inspect brake pads and rotors for wear and/or damage. OEM or equivalent brake pads will be eaten worn much quicker than normal under these extreme driving conditions > > - Recommended to bleed your brakes – if you haven’t already, do a complete flush of the OEM fluid and with a good fluid with high boiling temperature. DIG recommends Motul RBF600 > > - Ensure all exterior lights are functional > > - Check all fluid levels > > - Ensure all suspension components are in good shape and torqued to spec > > - Ensure all wheel lug nuts are torqued to spec > > - Inspect tires, check for cracks, buldges and bubbles > > - Inspect exhaust. Make sure it is firmly secured and that there are no leaks > > - Please make sure there are no loose pieces on the outside of your car that may fall off on the track – this could be very dangerous for you or someone behind you > > - Turbo cars make sure all of your couplers are tight and that you have no cracks/leaks in your system > > - Alignment: If you haven’t had it done already – Call Sasha at [www.SG-Motorsport.com](http://www.SG-Motorsport.com) or Scott at [www.CanAlignment.com](http://www.CanAlignment.com) – both of these professionals are frequent visitors of DIG Track Days and both of them have the experience required to properly setup your car for fun at the race track. Dealership alignments are simply not sufficient for this type of atmosphere and you will not have nearly as much fun! > > You: > > - We recommend that you arrive 30 minutes in advance in order to get maximum driving time on the track. You’ll need to register, get all of the loose odds and ends out of your vehicle, possibly change your wheels/tires to what you’ll be using on the track, etc. > > - Bring extra cash. You hopefully won’t need it, but you never know what could happen under these unpredictable conditions. You might find yourself having to purchase something from someone (fluids, fuel… who knows) > > - Bring extra GAS! There is not 94 octane close to the track. There is however an Esso about 10 minutes away that has the usual 87/89/91 if you need it > > - Fluids: Bring extra brake fluid, oil, coolant. > > - Bring a friend! Spectators are always free and always welcome. More people means more fun for everyone > > - CAA – If you don’t already have it, get it! They’ll tow you up to 4 times per year up to 200 kilometers per tow! For about $100/year you’ll never have to worry about paying $300 or $400 to get your car towed home. > > - Spare tire(s), because you just never know > > - Tools! Lots of people there will have tools but don’t bank on them – bring your own just in case > > - Tire Pressure Tester, this is not only important to have with you always but very helpful in fine tuning your tire pressures at the track > > - Folding chair. Trust us. > > - Camera > > That’s all for now. We hope to see you all out there this summer. Have fun and be safe! > > Love, > > The DIG Track Days Crew ---
**Author:** ![em\_5ive](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/em_5ive/32/5707_2.png) [@em\_5ive](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/em_5ive)\ **Post date:** [June 17, 2009, 7:54pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/34 "2009-06-17T19:54:07Z")
Nice. Thanks for the offers and tips. I’ll give you a shout ronnie for sure if I head out for some lapping, hopefully the 28th, but not certain. …time to change my brake pads… ---
**Author:** ![AhmadG](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ahmadg/32/5577_2.png) [@AhmadG](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/AhmadG)\ **Post date:** [June 18, 2009, 8:34am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/35 "2009-06-18T08:34:45Z")
^ Jammin, I spent a good 20 mins reading that mail when I got it. Awesome information. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![jammin1911](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/a9a28c/32.png) [@jammin1911](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/jammin1911)\ **Post date:** [June 18, 2009, 8:55am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/36 "2009-06-18T08:55:59Z")
good because it took me about 2 hours to come up with all of that crap! hahah suggestions for things to add are welcome! ---
**Author:** ![racecartech](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/racecartech/32/5743_2.png) [@racecartech](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/racecartech)\ **Post date:** [June 20, 2009, 8:33pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922/37 "2009-06-20T20:33:46Z")
[http://www.youtube.com/user/racecartech1](http://www.youtube.com/user/racecartech1) videos from my stock 91 KA. it has Magens, I run Hawk hpplus pads and Wilwood fluid. This car is a blast to drive, track days are fun. Run your pace, lapping days are that, lapping. There are no need to worry about crashing. each organizer sets up passing zones. Digs is a great group to get in with. [Previous page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/newb-to-hit-the-track/124922.md?page=1)