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Old 07-14-2018, 11:51 PM
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Peter I’m in! Thanks
Old 07-15-2018, 04:42 AM
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Be carful guys, you will carry so much more entry speed into the corners when it is so quiet in the cabin.



(Terrific initiative Peter!)
Old 07-15-2018, 05:32 PM
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Less drag!!

yes, look forward to it
friend got hit in the face at a sebring today with visor op because it’s just too hot to keep visor down.
Old 07-15-2018, 09:01 PM
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Originally Posted by ExMB
My understanding is that AC output, the compressor, is virtually shut off at high RPM (down to 5% or so). How is that going to help someone to stay cool with the windows up wearing a monkey suit?
Compressor only turns off at 100% throttle and car stays cool for whole lap

Car gets plenty cold on 95F day at HPR...
Old 07-18-2018, 11:56 PM
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I’m surprised as well.
I know it’s off a lot but the car is always cold.

Even with windows down I rarely remember to turn off the AC.
Doesnt seem to make a difference but I bet the car is faster with windows up!
Old 07-19-2018, 12:03 AM
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Originally Posted by TRAKCAR
Doesnt seem to make a difference but I bet the car is faster with windows up!
Yeah, I think so. Particularly on a fast track...
Old 08-04-2018, 06:53 PM
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Originally Posted by mdrums
Peter I’m in! Thanks
You got mail :-)
Sebring confirmed that they allow windows up. In writing.
So there goes the “let’s blame the track” theory.

We will do a little trial event, just 20 cars and have some fun.
if it works out OK we can do it cheaper / more cars every month June - October next year 👍👍
Old 08-04-2018, 06:56 PM
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Originally Posted by RFGGT3
Peter, My new RS is in production now. I should have an update in a couple of weeks, but as of now delivery in Sarasota is early Sept. If it is here i'll be there.
I plan to do Chin on 9/7 as well.
Russ
Thanks for signing up!!
How awesome that there is a brand new .2RS at my First track event!!
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Originally Posted by 85Gold


Got room for an old slow guy in a Cayman.

Peter
you got mail farmer!!
Old 08-05-2018, 11:22 AM
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Originally Posted by TRAKCAR


you got mail farmer!!
Out picking Oranges so I can pay the entry fee.

Peter
Old 08-05-2018, 11:44 AM
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Love it!
thanks and see you here Peter, will be good to catch up!
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I have a few spots left.

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Old 09-16-2018, 08:50 AM
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So Chin giveS you the choice now.
Its working beautifully as did our own event.
Im sure PBOC and others will follow I’m sure if they want to fill up track events here in Florida anyway.

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Awesome news...great job TrakCar!
Old 09-16-2018, 12:40 PM
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So what is the typical passing protocol with windows up and using signals? Running Spa and Ring next week so just curious. Thanks in advance; other the my local club it’s always windows up. Will be thrilled to not get hit by debris flying into the car. My wife was riding with me once and got hit pretty hard sadly.


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