paul n Posted October 22, 2014 Author Share Posted October 22, 2014 many thanks for the welcome guys ! much appreciated! Matt I will bring it round when I get it! nick i'm the guy you gave a ride in your v8 at knockhill! that made me REALLY want one! ha ha ! here hoping for a warm and dry November!! cheers paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marto303 Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Paul Thats a great spec car, very very similar to mine and a great the best engine You'll notice a BIG difference from the Mazda so take it easy for a while, they do bite back Oh and enjoy your new toy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicks100 Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 So you went middle of the road then! Great choice and should be ideal for KH. Enjoy it and see you soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rab (bombero) Reid Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Welcome to the Club, Paul! Hope to see you at the next gathering of Clan McWesty. We have a pretty good calendar of well attended events every year, considering the distances memebers have to travel. Our highlight is generally the annual long weekend currently going to Applecross peninsula (you can read about this year's trip in the latest edition of the Club mag ). The campsite is already taking bookings for next year - planned dates are Fri 19th to Sun 21st Whilst things get a little bit quieter around this time of year, we normally meet up again around late Feb/early March to discuss blats for the year and start putting dates in the calendar. Look forward to meeting you! Rab Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matta Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Whilst things get a little bit quieter around this time of year, we normally meet up again around late Feb/early March to discuss blats for the year and start putting dates in the calendar. Look forward to meeting you! Rab What that means is Rab doesn't like getting his car wet/dirty, so we never see or hear from him between October and March! Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rab (bombero) Reid Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Oi, I resemble that remark! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D7PNY Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 I've just picked up another so clan McWesty must be a fair size now! When I first got my last one there were no others around up here and I know of 4 or 5 now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul n Posted October 23, 2014 Author Share Posted October 23, 2014 yeah will be up for a few runs with clan Mcwesty! maybe the apple cross weekend but that will depend on work (I work alot of weekends!) i went out and bought a new waterproof jacket and gloves today as like Matt I will try and drive it on the good days of the winter! any recommendation on what type of helmet to get for road driving (with just the Aero screen) and track! just a normal motorbike helmet? Almost tempted to drive it home now rather than trailer it as it is a hassle to get the trailer and weather is looking ok!? paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyonspride Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 With respect to car covers, there are two important factors...... First of all it must not flap about, this damages the bodywork/finish. Second, you need to keep good air flow under it, else moisture will build up and rot the car from the inside out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murraymint Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Welcome Paul... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicks100 Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 Go for the best helmet you can afford! I have thought about rally style helmets but for knockhill I will always use full face. When you get hit by the first bee or stone you will be glad of it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggydoo Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 Buy a helmet suitable for racing if you are thinking of a couple of hillclimbs, this will save having to buy again. Try Playskool website as they seem to be good value. Have fun and welcome aboard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clansman Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 any recommendation on what type of helmet to get for road driving (with just the Aero screen) and track! just a normal motorbike helmet? As Nick says get the best you can afford i got this one https://www.hedtec.co.uk/products/rodia-hedtec-onyx-ii-carbon-hans-helmet/ really comfortable and a good fit. I tried a fair few on at local bike shops to get a feeling for size first before buying. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman) - Club Chairman Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 The main thing is to try a variety on; it's amazing how much variation there is in fit, and some brands just won't fit the shape of you head right. Which means you could end up buying a larger size than you should do. Get it right though, and it will be nice and close fitting, but still comfortable after a days blatting/track-daying etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul n Posted November 2, 2014 Author Share Posted November 2, 2014 Well had the car for a week and braved a track day in it yesterday at knockhill ! Just love everything about it ! This what a sports car is ! Everything else is just a diluted version !! So glad I got the car ! My 12 year old self would be pretty stoked! Already have a list of upgrades to come including wider/gripped rubber, front anti roll bar and engine refreah (it isn't making the 197 horses is was when it was first done! ) Much fun to come ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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