SteveR Posted July 18, 2008 Author Share Posted July 18, 2008 As said ... I will come to the Ring on 25th. What time will you guys be there in the morning (I don't want to come to early ) 25th = Friday, track opens to the public at 14:15, so I'll be there & waiting to go on at about 14:00. Mine is a RSP (blueish) Supra with the Lexus multispoke wheels and TRD spoiler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaymdee Posted July 18, 2008 Share Posted July 18, 2008 Amazingly, despite there being literally dozens of garages near the ring, I don't think there is a tyre-shop. First time I went there, one guy ripped a hole in his side-wall (not on the ring, it was just his lame-ass driving in the car park ) He spent the next day touring the local garages for a replacement but wound up driving home on someone elses track tyres. cheers Chris, That sounds odd. My tyres have done 3000 miles and look about half worn. Will see how we go... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted July 18, 2008 Author Share Posted July 18, 2008 cheers Chris, That sounds odd. My tyres have done 3000 miles and look about half worn. Will see how we go... The track itself is pretty kind to tyres to be honest. However it's 1,000 mile round trip for me, excluding laps. I would think you'll be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ark Posted July 18, 2008 Share Posted July 18, 2008 Agreed - unless your geometry is screwed, you'll be fine on tyres that age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxluc Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 Ok Steve ... I'll be there around 1400 too ... see you there ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rolly Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 Someone noticed, that this is in the weekend of the 27th? http://dtm.com/rennen.php?lang=en&rennen=2008-07-27& The question is if the old circuit is in use as a parkingplace on that date? Edit. Just checked. There can be driven on the old circuit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted July 19, 2008 Author Share Posted July 19, 2008 Someone noticed, that this is in the weekend of the 27th? http://dtm.com/rennen.php?lang=en&rennen=2008-07-27& The question is if the old circuit is in use as a parkingplace on that date? Edit. Just checked. There can be driven on the old circuit. lol, check waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay back in this thread when I was booking accomodation mate - I had fun finding somewhere because of the DTM. Don't worry, the North Loop is definitely open!! It's cool lapping when there is an event on the GP track as you sometimes get glimpses of it, but also there is a stadium section that overlooks the track we'll be on, and the Supras seem to get a few admiring glances. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim1978 Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 I will be there too. Who else is coming? Would be nice to meet you guys there and see some faces behind those name tags and avatars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rolly Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 lol, check waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay back in this thread when I was booking accomodation mate - I had fun finding somewhere because of the DTM. Don't worry, the North Loop is definitely open!! It's cool lapping when there is an event on the GP track as you sometimes get glimpses of it, but also there is a stadium section that overlooks the track we'll be on, and the Supras seem to get a few admiring glances. That is the problem if you do not read the whole topic.:d By the way. I will be there at the 27th. Just search for this car: http://home.hetnet.nl/~rolly16/PLAATJESMAP/RaceStarlet3.jpg First you hear it than you see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sevenman Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 That looks even less like a Supra than my car... Toyota Starlet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rolly Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 That looks even less like a Supra than my car... Toyota Starlet? It is a mini Supra. A Starlet with Weber cabs on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaymdee Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 I will be there too. Who else is coming? Would be nice to meet you guys there and see some faces behind those name tags and avatars Hey Kim, looked in your garage and it says Audi S6. Have you got a Supra yet, or driving the Audi? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted July 20, 2008 Author Share Posted July 20, 2008 Excellent Rolly - not sure I'd like to lap in that though, isn't it a bit lively? Mine looks like this. I'd be surprised if there is another Supra that colour at the 'Ring at the same time as us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rolly Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Excellent Rolly - not sure I'd like to lap in that though, isn't it a bit lively? Mine looks like this. I'd be surprised if there is another Supra that colour at the 'Ring at the same time as us. There is one in almost the same color and the same wheels. Driven from a friend of mine of the german forum and also employer of Toyota Germany. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted July 20, 2008 Author Share Posted July 20, 2008 Doh. That'll teach me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rolly Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 Doh. That'll teach me :rlol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted July 21, 2008 Author Share Posted July 21, 2008 In case anyone else fancies grabbing a couple of last minute pre-trip bargains, I just nipped into Lidl near me to get some high-vis vests for £1.99 (apparently French law changed recently to include these as mandatory and thus are stopping a few cars heer & there to check they've got them) - anyway they're useful if you end up stood on/by the track for some reason - and also a tyre pressure gauge for £1.99. Sorted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxluc Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 just checked the weatherforecast of the region ... we should be happy. They announce nice weather from 23rd July on for the rest of the week. The Ring can be weather-tricky, but the temperature should be around 25 degrees for the second half of the week. Let's go :D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bignum Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 Ok, the car`s ready, just need to sort myself out now, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaymdee Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Off into town to get some last minute things Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted July 22, 2008 Author Share Posted July 22, 2008 I think I'm ready. Nearly. lol BTW - radios should be on channel 5, sub channel 05 please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted July 22, 2008 Author Share Posted July 22, 2008 Off into town to get some last minute things Did I imagine a PM from you a few days ago? I have been crazy busy with work & organising my car and SupraPod/Llandow recently, but thought I remembered something about your brother & his MR2?? Now I check my inbox I've either deleted it or imagined it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxluc Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Have a safe trip down guys ... and pay attention to the cops, especially on Belgian main roads Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaymdee Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Did I imagine a PM from you a few days ago? I have been crazy busy with work & organising my car and SupraPod/Llandow recently, but thought I remembered something about your brother & his MR2?? Now I check my inbox I've either deleted it or imagined it. PM sent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted July 22, 2008 Author Share Posted July 22, 2008 Right I'm not planning on checking the forum again between now and after the trip. See you all in Dover if not before! P.S. Look forward to meeting those of you already 'on the continent'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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