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Georgey dee · Feb 10th, 2008, 18:10

The straight bit on the runway is about 1.1 miles and yes the whole course is 3 miles.

AndysR · Feb 10th, 2008, 19:54

Oh well at least the fuel might last a touch longer!

Georgey dee · Feb 10th, 2008, 20:42

You should easily be able to get 140+ on the straight!! I managed 137 in my standard auto last Nov when doing some,, er,,,, runway 'testing'. We used to run 4 miles with 3 long straights but people told us it wasn't very demanding and dare I say it, it was a bit boring to drive. We are quite proud of our new layout and it uses 90% new surface which make for some very quick cornering. With the fact there is no real landmarks to gauge speed you'll have to keep a very close eye on your speedo. Last year I was in a Astra diesel as mine had split one of the CV boots and I came to the end of the main drag and had a quick look at the speedo,,,,, oh sh*t!! I thought as I went into the left hander at over 100mph. I was very pleased when I came out the other end and I now know just how grippy the surface is.

irf · Feb 10th, 2008, 21:16

i really need to stop myself checking for updates on this thread, i just crap myself more and more!

Georgey dee · Feb 10th, 2008, 21:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by irf

i really need to stop myself checking for updates on this thread, i just crap myself more and more!

You'll be fine!!!! LOL

AndysR · Feb 10th, 2008, 22:12

Lovely really looking forward to this now!!

Russ · Feb 11th, 2008, 18:26

How many cars will be on the track at once, and will we be split into groups depending on our track experience.

s60ben · Feb 11th, 2008, 18:46

Balls.. time time time and many manic weeks

I'll sort all my stuff out tommorow <eeeek>

Sorry Gd

Engineer · Feb 11th, 2008, 18:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by s60ben

Balls.. time time time and many manic weeks

I'll sort all my stuff out tommorow <eeeek>

Sorry Gd

Only women can multi-task mate........

http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showpo...24&postcount=2

lol..........

davebslater(uk) · Feb 11th, 2008, 19:01

i wouldnt worry about the speed you can get to - its teh right hander at the end of teh straight . approaching at 130 mph in a car youve just put together and never driven round corners , can be interestinig , especially with the wrong springs on the back .

Feb 10th, 2008, 18:10	#101
Georgey dee Premier Member Last Online: Feb 14th, 2024 18:36 Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Norwich View Photos By: Georgey dee	The straight bit on the runway is about 1.1 miles and yes the whole course is 3 miles. __________________ HAD; 440 GLT(Loved it), 850 GLT auto(Loved it), S70 2.5T(Nothing but problems!), 850R auto(Loved it!!), S60 D5 SE (Nothing but problems!) GOT; S60 D5 SE Lux Auto RAF Marham Track Day Co-Ord'

Feb 10th, 2008, 19:54	#102
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Feb 10th, 2008, 20:42	#103
Georgey dee Premier Member Last Online: Feb 14th, 2024 18:36 Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Norwich View Photos By: Georgey dee	You should easily be able to get 140+ on the straight!! I managed 137 in my standard auto last Nov when doing some,, er,,,, runway 'testing'. We used to run 4 miles with 3 long straights but people told us it wasn't very demanding and dare I say it, it was a bit boring to drive. We are quite proud of our new layout and it uses 90% new surface which make for some very quick cornering. With the fact there is no real landmarks to gauge speed you'll have to keep a very close eye on your speedo. Last year I was in a Astra diesel as mine had split one of the CV boots and I came to the end of the main drag and had a quick look at the speedo,,,,, oh sh*t!! I thought as I went into the left hander at over 100mph. I was very pleased when I came out the other end and I now know just how grippy the surface is. __________________ HAD; 440 GLT(Loved it), 850 GLT auto(Loved it), S70 2.5T(Nothing but problems!), 850R auto(Loved it!!), S60 D5 SE (Nothing but problems!) GOT; S60 D5 SE Lux Auto RAF Marham Track Day Co-Ord'

Feb 10th, 2008, 21:16	#104
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Feb 10th, 2008, 22:12	#106
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Feb 11th, 2008, 18:26	#107
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Feb 11th, 2008, 19:01	#110
davebslater(uk) redbollock guru Last Online: Jun 30th, 2016 23:54 Join Date: Jan 1970 Location: lincoln	i wouldnt worry about the speed you can get to - its teh right hander at the end of teh straight . approaching at 130 mph in a car youve just put together and never driven round corners , can be interestinig , especially with the wrong springs on the back . __________________ www.dbsmotorsport.co.uk

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