custardtart Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 Has anyone seen the weather forecast yet for this event? Looks like waterproofs are going to be advisable! Its going to be a mix of cloud with short showers in between from the looks of things. sod the weather it'll be great fun wet or dry....I'll be packing the wet weather karting suit though...wont be changing tyres its squigglies all the way just higher pressure's in the wet. So what pressure do you recommend for a wet track if using Toyo Proxes? Used to whack up the karting wets to 45psi, so I was wondering if this would work with the Westy not used proxes but usual form is to drop pressures slightly when wet. if you're new to this i would leave as is and just enjoy time on the track. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B&T Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 There are loads of Video clips on you tube if you search on Mallory. I think that one is even of BUZZ??? (is there more than one??) only one and a half more working days to go.... I cant wait.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Stanton Posted August 13, 2008 Author Share Posted August 13, 2008 QUOTE but usual form is to drop pressures slightly when wet Is that what you have found works most folks seem to up pressures a bit when raining/wet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barney Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 There are loads of Video clips on you tube if you search on Mallory. I think that one is even of BUZZ??? '>null Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hogman Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 I believe there is Buzz in his V8 and also JeffC in his Busa on Youtube somewhere, worth watching as it gives a good idea of layout - although have to say bit hard to get it wrong at Mallory, seems stupidly simple! I presume the bus stop chicanes arent in use? Cheers Kevin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fordboi Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 That V8 has got some go! Its an awful lot faster than any of the others on the track! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sedsy Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 Anyone camping tomo night? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephenh Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 Anyone camping tomo night? Looks like it. See posts in message board chat started by Andrew, titled Mallory Park/ any N. E. bods. going? Sorry I dont know how to do a link to another thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Stanton Posted August 13, 2008 Author Share Posted August 13, 2008 although have to say bit hard to get it wrong at Mallory, seems stupidly simple! We'll see shall we whatever track you need to concentrate and respect conditions and surroundings. I can point you in the direction of a few incidents if you think its that simple Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tcc21racing Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 This is a good friend of mine showing what happerns when your tyre comes off the rim round gerards at around 90mph looks good for friday weather wise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
custardtart Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 but usual form is to drop pressures slightly when wet Is that what you have found works most folks seem to up pressures a bit when raining/wet yep, always drop the pressures. people raise pressure becuase they can't get the temp in the tyre which raises the pressure but lower pressure means more tyre movement on the limit and therefore easier to judge when limit is being approached - or something like that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Stanton Posted August 13, 2008 Author Share Posted August 13, 2008 Yep I see where you're coming from - there's also a thought that increasing pressure reduces tyre footprint cuts through standing water and helps against aqua planing - bit like narrow snow tyres for rally cars cutting through. Me ............. I just put some rain X on my visor and waterproofs on under race suit and hope the sun comes out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
custardtart Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 Thinking sunny thoughts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tcc21racing Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 you out to play on friday matt? if so il have to give you a trailer race on the way up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hogman Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 Dont worry Mark I plan on behaving big time, gotta drive the car home afterwards!! Looking forward to a fun day out, sunshine booked! Hope everyone has a great and safe day! See you there Cheers Kevin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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