bodilx6 Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Evening all I went to the Nurburgring in 2006, organised a trip last year, and was asked to organise one again this year (I might as well - I'm going regardless as it's in my blood now!) Sounds great Steve. I'm a member from Denmark and might join you guys down there. I'm guessing the route for you wont cross mine from DK? If I want more info at a later point on where you are staying and so, should I just follow this thread or PM you or? I saw you guys last year where I took a few laps myself. See pics, which I think i you, Steve /Stefan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShamelessTT Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 im very keen to come along to this, im not a complete beginner ive been on a track etc before but a couple of quick questions 1. Quick question, insurance how do you get on with it? 2. You can drive as fast / as slow as you like right? is it give way to the faster car etc? Simon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrDriver Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 In Belgium speed limit is 120kph, so thats about 75/80 mph? Be carefull as there are a lot of radars out there lately. I'm looking forwards to this trip allready. I try to join the convoy on the way. - P - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul mac Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 just found this which explains modified cars and the reasoning behind it, i think it may be a case of suck it see as the year goes on and reports start to come back from the ring as to how severe the testing is, bloody do gooders at it again http://www.turbo-nutters.co.uk/forum/index.php?showtopic=14341 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted January 10, 2008 Author Share Posted January 10, 2008 Sounds great Steve. I'm a member from Denmark and might join you guys down there. I'm guessing the route for you wont cross mine from DK? If I want more info at a later point on where you are staying and so, should I just follow this thread or PM you or? I saw you guys last year where I took a few laps myself. See pics, which I think i you, Steve /Stefan Wow! Cool pics of me! :D You were already welcome to join us but now you've shown me pictures then I practically insist you come! lol We'll most likely be going from Dunkerque to the 'Ring, probably past Brussells as that seemed last year - the route does just skim the Netherlands, but not Denmark. Something along these lines. Do you think you would meet us on the way or at the 'Ring itself? I'll send out a PM to those going everytime I update this thread with anything important - I'll try to keep al the info on the first page, for ease of reference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian R Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Have you seen Mike (J-spec Germany) garage pics noticed it last night he is on the ring with me chasing him down Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted January 10, 2008 Author Share Posted January 10, 2008 im very keen to come along to this, im not a complete beginner ive been on a track etc before but a couple of quick questions 1. Quick question, insurance how do you get on with it? 2. You can drive as fast / as slow as you like right? is it give way to the faster car etc? Simon Don't worry about experience, if you've got some, great - if you haven't but can use your mirrors and don't drive faster than you can see or faster than know you can, you'll be fine. I hadn't been on a track before I went 2 years ago, and in fact still haven't driven the Supra on any track but the 'Ring!! A1) Sometimes insurance policies will cover you for driving at the 'Ring (mine did - I've changed since but I think I'm still covered), sometimes they're not sure (when the track is open to the public, the official line is that it is "a one-way public toll road" - full German traffic laws apply and the police attend any accidents) and sometimes a policy will explicitly name and exclude it. Check yours, and if you're worried, consider taking out additional insurance just for the 'Ring. I'll dig out some details if anyone wants this, IIRC it's not cheap, but if you'd rather play it safe... A2) All overtaking must be done on the left. If you want to drive slow - and don't forget coach tours go round the place amongst other VERY slow vehicles - just keep to the right and out of the way. When a faster vehicle catches you up (and it will, EVERYONE even those in track weapons and 2,000 laps under their belt gets overtaken) just flick the right-hand indicator on so they know you've seen them and are ok to pass (you'll appreciate the same thing when you go to overtake someone). Most of the time, if you're lapping at a sensible but progressive pace*, you won't come across that many other cars anyway - except between about 10am~5pm at weekends when it can get silly busy. At those times, I prefer to find various spots to go & spectate from instead, and go out in the morning/evening/weekdays when the track is MUCH quieter and it's not uncommon to have a lap entirely to yourself. * = don't ever drive faster than you want to though, there is nothing wrong with sticking to the right the whoel lap if you wish to and just cruising round. I've done a 9 minute lap and I've done a 20 minute lap. EDIT to say, I'm happy to sit in with people if they want a "the track goes left here... goes right over this crest" guide, and likewise, offer passenger laps - though I'm an '8/10ths' driver at the 'Ring so don't get too excited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted January 10, 2008 Author Share Posted January 10, 2008 oh buggeration i was seriously considering this trip but dont know how i go on with my recent brake upgrade, i have worked in engineering all my life, had the machining done at work so hence have no paperwork to back it up i guess you would have to risk it, the drive there would be good anyway even if the Gestapo didn't let you on the track just found this which explains modified cars and the reasoning behind it, i think it may be a case of suck it see as the year goes on and reports start to come back from the ring as to how severe the testing is, bloody do gooders at it again If you're very worried, you could always get the German test done out there. I suspect, however, that they would inspect the car and if it's clearly a good standard - and your car is legal for the UK with as much paperwork you can throw at them - then you'd be ok. No promises as I haven't experienced this yet, but it sounds like they're being pragmatic with non-German registered cars and you should be ok. You've got engineering experience & abilities behind you, so I'm sure it looks the business. If I made a roll cage or some brakes however... lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian R Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 If you don't have Breakdown cover this is always worth while http://www.adac.de/mitgliedschaft_leistungen/mitgliedschaftstarife/membership/default.asp?id=257&location=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted January 10, 2008 Author Share Posted January 10, 2008 In Belgium speed limit is 120kph, so thats about 75/80 mph? Be carefull as there are a lot of radars out there lately. I'm looking forwards to this trip allready. I try to join the convoy on the way. - P - I'm pretty bad with foreign speed limits (and cones), ask Ian R. I try to behave when I'm leading a convoy though, promise!! Can you let me know if you want accomodation and for how many? Ta! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted January 10, 2008 Author Share Posted January 10, 2008 Have you seen Mike (J-spec Germany) garage pics noticed it last night he is on the ring with me chasing him down oh yeah! heheh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted January 10, 2008 Author Share Posted January 10, 2008 Just so people don't think I'm ignoring them or being rude, I'll probably be away for the weekend (and away from the forum) after tonight until Sunday/Monday night. I'll reply to any PM's/questions/etc when I'm back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian R Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 I'm pretty bad with foreign speed limits (and cones), ask Ian R. I try to behave when I'm leading a convoy though, promise!! Can you let me know if you want accomodation and for how many? Ta! Ah the cones. I got a telling of from my passenger for that I'll have you know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted January 10, 2008 Author Share Posted January 10, 2008 Ah the cones. I got a telling of from my passenger for that I'll have you know It's not my fault, I'm easily influenced and I remember a Ferrari doing it on a Gumball video... I was just checking my suspension... erm, erm.. Why did you get told off?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrDriver Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Can you let me know if you want accomodation and for how many? Ta! No need for accomodation, it's just a daytrip for me. Maybe 2 or 3 hour drive from my place so that's okay. Thanks for asking. - Peter - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted January 10, 2008 Author Share Posted January 10, 2008 No need for accomodation, it's just a daytrip for me. Maybe 2 or 3 hour drive from my place so that's okay. Thanks for asking. - Peter - No probs. Unlike last year, there doesn't seem to be any major events going on that weekend anyway - so you might be ok and find somewhere at the last minute, should you get to the track, try it out, and decide you want to stay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jspec Germany Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Bod - I'm on your way down and I work with several Danes. Don't expect I can understand you but in my experience, most Danes speak excellent English. You're more than welcome to spend the nite if you need a break (and a couple of beers with a well cooked meal) before the final drive down. I live just off the A46 which is off the A61. Check the link above of the proposed map. You'll find me just north of Aachen and East of Galeen. Ian, with a single, you better be up my arse mate, and as I recall, wasn't that a photo lap and meant to be slow. This year, you better bring the heat. I'm on new rubber, suspension, brakes, and almost full BPU. Your line looks a bit off there btw. LOL. Boys, you know that Carly and I wouldn't miss it. We're 82 mins door to door to the Ring. Anyone else who'd like drive down the day prior and rest up a nite is always welcome. I have a fully stocked bar and then some in the house. What is it those boyscouts say? Steve-top notch thread so far mate. Keep it comin. Edit - Peter, be great to see you again bud. Rob - You'd better make it pal. This year will be better than last and last year was good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian R Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Ian, with a single, you better be up my arse mate, and as I recall, wasn't that a photo lap and meant to be slow. This year, you better bring the heat. I'm on new rubber, suspension, brakes, and almost full BPU. Your line looks a bit off there btw. LOL. It was the photolap looks great doesn't it I'm on new rubber this year too. Oh and a bigger tubby muchas fun. Hope the beast us ready if not I will be posing in the NA Aerotop instead LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted January 11, 2008 Author Share Posted January 11, 2008 This year, you better bring the heat. I'm on new rubber, suspension, brakes, and almost full BPU. Your line looks a bit off there btw. LOL. Excellent fighting talk Steve-top notch thread so far mate. Keep it comin. I shall do my best! Glad you guys are coming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian R Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 I have just thought I will have no passenger (ESC) this year. I gonna make sure i'm insured on the ring if in the single chances are I might erm over do it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted January 11, 2008 Author Share Posted January 11, 2008 I have just thought I will have no passenger (ESC) this year. I gonna make sure i'm insured on the ring if in the single chances are I might erm over do it Don't say stuff like that you muppet!!! EDIT - won't your bro be interested in tagging along? (or driving even??) Is his car fixed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian R Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 Don't say stuff like that you muppet!!! Hopefully I won't be saying I told you so at the ring lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian R Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 EDIT - won't your bro be interested in tagging along? (or driving even??) Is his car fixed? Erm don't think so as he has nipper no2 on the way. Oh and my other Supra I own now, is his old one I bought it off him. But he is always welcome to use it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted January 11, 2008 Author Share Posted January 11, 2008 Erm don't think so as he has nipper no2 on the way. Oh and my other Supra I own now, is his old one I bought it off him. But he is always welcome to use it Greedy Get your single sorted so I know I have a reserve car for when the inevitable happens and I'm Supra-less in July. I've already asked Jurgen to keep his eyes out for a facelift RSP TT6/T6 for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian R Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 Greedy Get your single sorted so I know I have a reserve car for when the inevitable happens and I'm Supra-less in July. I've already asked Jurgen to keep his eyes out for a facelift RSP TT6/T6 for me. Will do it will be going over to CW in a week or so Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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