MSV Team Trophy & Trackday Trophy 2014
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Yes I completely understand were you're coming from.
We usually race in 750mc roadsports hence all the aero we have, we are thinking of doing more TDT races just wanted to get a feel for the series before committing to a class, which is why we came as a guest this time.
We were running Dunlop DZ03g hard compound, had set the suspension stiffer at the rear to try and cure some understeer after qualifying, ran out of time to go soft before race. Was a nightmare!
We usually race in 750mc roadsports hence all the aero we have, we are thinking of doing more TDT races just wanted to get a feel for the series before committing to a class, which is why we came as a guest this time.
We were running Dunlop DZ03g hard compound, had set the suspension stiffer at the rear to try and cure some understeer after qualifying, ran out of time to go soft before race. Was a nightmare!
Edited by lewisbatch on Tuesday 9th September 22:07
lewisbatch said:
Yes I completely understand were you're coming from.
We usually race in 750mc roadsports hence all the aero we have, we are thinking of doing more TDT races just wanted to get a feel for the series before committing to a class, which is why we came as a guest this time.
We were running Dunlop DZ03g hard compound, had set the suspension stiffer at the rear to try and cure some understeer after qualifying, ran out of time to go soft before race. Was a nightmare!
What did you think? That was a quick time in quali by the way. What sort of bhp per ton do you think you're at?We usually race in 750mc roadsports hence all the aero we have, we are thinking of doing more TDT races just wanted to get a feel for the series before committing to a class, which is why we came as a guest this time.
We were running Dunlop DZ03g hard compound, had set the suspension stiffer at the rear to try and cure some understeer after qualifying, ran out of time to go soft before race. Was a nightmare!
Edited by lewisbatch on Tuesday 9th September 22:07
andy97 said:
Strange, the Porsche racers I know in our series swear by them as the best of the List 1B tyres for wet or damp conditions.
Andy, yes that's true, but remember I was over 2secs ahead of most of them (inc Luke, who we know is a super-quick driver) in that damp quali session with CSCC at Donington last year? I was the only one on Kumhos. Dunlops might be a bit harder compound and not get as warm as easily, but they definitely have much better tread pattern to clear water once it gets proper wet - when Kumhos become very challenging. How Staceyboy managed to carve his way from last to the front at Silverstone in torrential conditions on Kumhos is testimony to his driving ability. I'd have been off into the barriers, er, like I was in the wet there earlier in the year.Final observation: Dunlops seemed to be really strong at Rockingham. I spent much of the race managing my tyres, whereas Ball/Hughes were flying in their 968 on Dunlops, which still looked perfect after the race. Sounds like we need a set of wheels with Dunlops and a set with Kumhos
but ££££ 
The dunlops are not very good in the wet. Ask luke!!. But we can make them last a season, which is good for us as we dont have a lot of money to throw at it. This obviously means they are a hard tyre. so therefore they will do a 40 minute race without going off. And stop cheating young man!!!!!!!!!!!. Only joking. God knows what they would call us if we came to race with you. by the way our 2 very good cars are coming up for sale so tell your porsche mates,if they want a competive car that is legal ,to give us a call. Good luck Steve. By the way are you doing the porsche festival at brands on the 21st??
Haha! You're right Bazz, I didn't beat you once in a race last year and your 944 would also be in class B for MSV TT. I wish you would do some TT races with us - you'd help people realise that being quick doesn't necessarily mean having the fastest/most powerful car. Also, thanks for your kind comments earlier in this thread 
No, I've not entered Porsche festival on 21st. Do you need to be a member of PCGB, and are you doing it? Let me know, and I might see you there for a head to head for old times sake!
ps I saw that Luke was quick at Donington in CSCC - over a second quicker than my fastest time ever there. Great driving!
No, I've not entered Porsche festival on 21st. Do you need to be a member of PCGB, and are you doing it? Let me know, and I might see you there for a head to head for old times sake!
ps I saw that Luke was quick at Donington in CSCC - over a second quicker than my fastest time ever there. Great driving!
steeviegeebies said:
Andy, yes that's true, but remember I was over 2secs ahead of most of them (inc Luke, who we know is a super-quick driver) in that damp quali session with CSCC at Donington last year? I was the only one on Kumhos. Dunlops might be a bit harder compound and not get as warm as easily, but they definitely have much better tread pattern to clear water once it gets proper wet - when Kumhos become very challenging. How Staceyboy managed to carve his way from last to the front at Silverstone in torrential conditions on Kumhos is testimony to his driving ability. I'd have been off into the barriers, er, like I was in the wet there earlier in the year.
Final observation: Dunlops seemed to be really strong at Rockingham. I spent much of the race managing my tyres, whereas Ball/Hughes were flying in their 968 on Dunlops, which still looked perfect after the race. Sounds like we need a set of wheels with Dunlops and a set with Kumhos but ££££
Kind words Steve Final observation: Dunlops seemed to be really strong at Rockingham. I spent much of the race managing my tyres, whereas Ball/Hughes were flying in their 968 on Dunlops, which still looked perfect after the race. Sounds like we need a set of wheels with Dunlops and a set with Kumhos
but ££££ Proper aquaplaning in places. Wheelspin in 4th and fifth all the way from the last corner and down most of the start finish
The MINI is a doddle to drive in the wet mind. Makes you look like a right hero. I don't mind that though
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