Driver's Education
Reading material to tide you over until the start of the 2020 Season. Whenever that may occur.
Autocross is racing (believe it or not) It is a form of Motorsport that emphasizes safe, low-cost competition and active participation. An autocross is a timed competition where drivers navigate one at a time through a temporary course marked by traffic cones. Autocross tends to place more emphasis on car handling and driver skill than on sheer horsepower. (I borrowed that definition from the club's Autocross page) Guess what, It's also a lot of fun with a great group of people participating.
One of the many things that some serious autocrossers worry about are tires. The Bridgestone RE71R is a very popular tire among racers, but Falken has introduced a new tire that rivals it's performance.
Falken Azenis RT660 AX Test Video
Bridgestones and Falkens aren't the only 200 Tread Wear tires available. Here are some other manufacturers that are tested head to head..
Where the rubber meets the road
After you have decided on which tires are going on your Porsche, make sure those wheels are properly torqued prior to hitting the track. Here is a little article on torque wrenches to help you decide if you need to upgrade your torque wrench.
During these times of forced confinement, I know I'm doing most of my shopping on-line and having many of my items delivered. To maintain our vehicles properly and to try to find a good deal, we must remain vigilant in purchasing quality parts for our vehicles. Here is a small article on counterfeit parts.
I have also found a video that discusses how to prep your car for track and autocross events. It's approximately 30 minutes long, there are many common sense items we all do now, but I did pick up a few tips I never thought of before. I hope you enjoy.
Make sure your toy is ready to play.
In the mean time, Stay Safe; Practice Social Distancing; and KEEP WASHING YOUR HANDS! I hope to see you all very soon!