ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

SG56 · 17 July 2018, 02:13 AM

Wow what an awesome day and I can't wait for the next one!

I'm at home at the track, but I've never driven a car on the track. It was spectacular to see just a fraction of what my car can do!
Braking was the most eye opening.

I will look to schedule a school at Barber and learn some more.
This event was an open day with groups.

Thank you super husband and thank you Orland Park Porsche for the invite!

Of course, if I had a Daytona, I would have clearly gone a lot faster

IMG_20180715_082938.jpeg
IMG_20180715_090545.jpeg
FB_IMG_1531681240073.jpeg
FB_IMG_1531681234939.jpeg
IMG_20180715_150001.jpeg

TheRolexKingofLV · 17 July 2018, 03:16 AM

Looks like a great way to to spend the day!

Carrera911 · 17 July 2018, 03:17 AM

Do you have ceramic breaks ?

First time I took my Mustang to the track I burned all my breaks :/
Wasn't experienced enough I guess.

SG56 · 17 July 2018, 03:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carrera911

Do you have ceramic breaks ?

First time I took my Mustang to the track I burned all my breaks :/
Wasn't experienced enough I guess.

No i don't :(

Yeah, i heard the brakes get eaten. so do rotors :)

we'll check them out for sure!

Lordofrolex · 17 July 2018, 03:27 AM

Looks super fun. Ive never done a track day but believe i would really enjoy it.

Burlington · 17 July 2018, 03:31 AM

Really awesome ! Nice to feel the limits of a vehicle like that safely off the highway

PLNYC · 17 July 2018, 03:31 AM

Looks fun! I've been wanting to take my 370Z to the track

Galibier · 17 July 2018, 03:38 AM

Steel rotors are much cheaper to replace. I reckon a set of Pagid RS29s would improve the braking on track.

GerardoG · 17 July 2018, 03:56 AM

Looks like a GREAT day!!!

SG56 · 17 July 2018, 03:56 AM

It was really awesome and i can't recommend it enough.

Same with the bikes, you'll learn so much more about your car/bike when you can focus on the driving and not on traffic. And without guessing which way the road turns, for those of you fortunate enough to have curves where you live.
Chicago is as flat as it can be.

I had an absolute blast and would like to do this as much as the budget will allow.

encarter13 · 17 July 2018, 04:27 AM

Awesome! Looks like you had a great time.

SpeakWithMichael · 17 July 2018, 04:31 AM

No video?? Come on, SG!

SG56 · 17 July 2018, 04:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpeakWithMichael

No video?? Come on, SG!

Didn't even cross my mind. Wouldn't have had anything to attach it to though.
Saw a nice mount for the tow hook and goPro once i was there.

and i missed the soccer game

SG56 · 17 July 2018, 04:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpeakWithMichael

No video?? Come on, SG!

For what it's worth, i'm this much slower in a car than on the bike.

Bike, best time 1:08:xx, car, best time 1:15.xx (barely that). That's super slow in my book, but probably not bad for the first time.

Carrera911 · 17 July 2018, 04:52 AM

The good news is that your car is under warranty. Mine got replaced under warranty for free.
The people at the dealership knew the car was tracked by the way the wheels looked. They were fine replacing the breaks under warranty because "these cars are meant to be driven hard"

:)

Congrats on the track day, stay safe!

Quote:

Originally Posted by SG56

No i don't :(

Yeah, i heard the brakes get eaten. so do rotors :)

we'll check them out for sure!

SG56 · 17 July 2018, 05:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carrera911

The good news is that your car is under warranty. Mine got replaced under warranty for free.
The people at the dealership knew the car was tracked by the way the wheels looked. They were fine replacing the breaks under warranty because "these cars are meant to be driven hard"

:)

Congrats on the track day, stay safe!

Nice!

yeah, we talked about it and before buying, that was one of the questions i had about the brakes, rotors, and fluids.

i once wanted to track my cooper s and a friend told me to rather rent a z car at the track because i wouldn't have to change it all.

the dealer said this car can take it :) they sponsored the event and they invite customers if they are interested.

there were 5 of us on the track. loved that!

now, if some money would just fall from the sky in my hands and i can get a track car.... hahahahaha

i need a new hobby. an inexpensive one.

Latrodectus · 17 July 2018, 06:05 AM

I would love to drive there! How much fun would that be! Very good time, thanks for the pictures. That is a great car!

ttomczak · 17 July 2018, 01:14 PM

You look right at home with an awesome car for this! And these brakes are much better for track use than the PCCB’s not to mention MUCH cheaper to replace lol!

Enjoy, it’s why you got this!

RW16610 · 17 July 2018, 09:41 PM

Awesome! One of my favourite places to be and can't think of a better car to do it in!

Carrera911 · 17 July 2018, 10:22 PM

Hey, did you get an instructor with you or were you driving alone ?

Rolex addict · 17 July 2018, 10:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SG56

Nice!

i need a new hobby. an inexpensive one.

You should look into getting a bicycle......wait...nevermind. My last bike was more than a Daytona. Dr. Tom just ordered a new bike that is more than a Daytona. What's wrong with us???? These things don't even have engines!!!!

SG56 · 18 July 2018, 12:12 AM

You guys should all try it, if you have the opportunity!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carrera911

Hey, did you get an instructor with you or were you driving alone ?

No i didn't :(
BUT i asked one of the dealership guys for a few laps, so i can see how much more my car can do and those few laps were what i really needed!! Very grateful for that.
All of a sudden, there is no need to use the same brake markers as on the bike

And i don't need to shift nearly as much as on the bike.

There is so much to learn. I really want to do the Barber or Atlanta school.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolex addict

You should look into getting a bicycle......wait...nevermind. My last bike was more than a Daytona. Dr. Tom just ordered a new bike that is more than a Daytona. What's wrong with us???? These things don't even have engines!!!!

OMG hahahaha, yes. i have bicycle friends, so i have an idea hahahahaha. You guys are crazy too.

droptopman · 18 July 2018, 03:35 AM

What a blast. Great pics. Sounds like you had a great time. Soooo much fun to track cars. What a RUSH!

CoveWatch · 18 July 2018, 04:08 AM

Wow that sounds and looks fun! Very cool!

tsteph12 · 18 July 2018, 07:37 AM

Good times. Ride 'em cowgirl!

Bruin Watch · 18 July 2018, 07:40 AM

Looks like a fantastic day! Thanks for sharing!

Rolex Essex · 18 July 2018, 09:23 AM

Nice one.
Next time hire a racing instructor and you’ll be surprised how faster you can drive.
You’ll also learn to drive smoother so brakes and tires won’t be demolished within a day.

17 July 2018, 02:13 AM	#1
SG56 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Tampa Watch: SD4K Posts: 2,674	First trackday in the Porsche Wow what an awesome day and I can't wait for the next one! I'm at home at the track, but I've never driven a car on the track. It was spectacular to see just a fraction of what my car can do! Braking was the most eye opening. I will look to schedule a school at Barber and learn some more. This event was an open day with groups. Thank you super husband and thank you Orland Park Porsche for the invite! Of course, if I had a Daytona, I would have clearly gone a lot faster IMG_20180715_082938.jpeg IMG_20180715_090545.jpeg FB_IMG_1531681240073.jpeg FB_IMG_1531681234939.jpeg IMG_20180715_150001.jpeg __________________ Sea-Dweller 116600 - the manly one GMT II 16710 - the manly one Daytona 116500 - the manly-womanly one Yacht-Master 268622 - the chick version Speedy Mitsukoshi <3 Tag Heuer Aquaracer WAF141C.BA0824 - the chick version Thank you logan5tx!!! Have to link it. Too long for the signature. https://www.rolexforums.com/showpost...0&postcount=14

17 July 2018, 03:16 AM	#2
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	Looks like a great way to to spend the day! __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

17 July 2018, 03:17 AM	#3
Carrera911 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Odessa, FL Watch: Bluesy (126613LB) Posts: 570	Do you have ceramic breaks ? First time I took my Mustang to the track I burned all my breaks :/ Wasn't experienced enough I guess. __________________ Time is the only thing standing between me and the throne ♛

17 July 2018, 03:27 AM	#5
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,690	Looks super fun. Ive never done a track day but believe i would really enjoy it. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

17 July 2018, 03:31 AM	#6
Burlington "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Europe Posts: 5,635	Really awesome ! Nice to feel the limits of a vehicle like that safely off the highway __________________ “My tastes are simple; I am easily satisfied with the best.” ― Winston S. Churchill

17 July 2018, 03:31 AM	#7
PLNYC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Mars Posts: 1,683	Looks fun! I've been wanting to take my 370Z to the track __________________

17 July 2018, 03:38 AM	#8
Galibier "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: UK Watch: 116610LN Posts: 97	Steel rotors are much cheaper to replace. I reckon a set of Pagid RS29s would improve the braking on track.

17 July 2018, 03:56 AM	#9
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Looks like a GREAT day!!!

17 July 2018, 04:27 AM	#11
encarter13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Nick Location: Georgia Posts: 2,613	Awesome! Looks like you had a great time. __________________ Instagram - watches_wine

17 July 2018, 04:31 AM	#12
SpeakWithMichael "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: South FL Watch: Superocean 44not42 Posts: 1,684	No video?? Come on, SG!

17 July 2018, 06:05 AM	#17
Latrodectus 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 9,991	I would love to drive there! How much fun would that be! Very good time, thanks for the pictures. That is a great car! __________________ Member # 16057 4-Hands Club Tosser Club Member TRF Skypers Group

17 July 2018, 01:14 PM	#18
ttomczak 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Thomas Location: North Carolina Watch: The Beach Posts: 3,407	You look right at home with an awesome car for this! And these brakes are much better for track use than the PCCB’s not to mention MUCH cheaper to replace lol! Enjoy, it’s why you got this! __________________ If you wind it, it tells pretty good time (Paul Newman)

17 July 2018, 09:41 PM	#19
RW16610 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 8,967	Awesome! One of my favourite places to be and can't think of a better car to do it in!

17 July 2018, 10:22 PM	#20
Carrera911 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Odessa, FL Watch: Bluesy (126613LB) Posts: 570	Hey, did you get an instructor with you or were you driving alone ? __________________ Time is the only thing standing between me and the throne ♛

18 July 2018, 03:35 AM	#23
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	What a blast. Great pics. Sounds like you had a great time. Soooo much fun to track cars. What a RUSH! __________________ Judge Smails: Ty, what did you shoot today? Ty: Oh, Judge, I don't keep score. Judge Smails: Then how do you measure yourself with other golfers? Ty: By height.

18 July 2018, 04:08 AM	#24
CoveWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 4,535	Wow that sounds and looks fun! Very cool!

18 July 2018, 07:37 AM	#25
tsteph12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: California Posts: 144	Good times. Ride 'em cowgirl!

18 July 2018, 07:40 AM	#26
Bruin Watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: LAX DFW Watch: RolexOmegaCartier Posts: 812	Looks like a fantastic day! Thanks for sharing!

18 July 2018, 09:23 AM	#27
Rolex Essex "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Colchester, UK Watch: Daytona, DJ & Sub Posts: 1,612	Nice one. Next time hire a racing instructor and you’ll be surprised how faster you can drive. You’ll also learn to drive smoother so brakes and tires won’t be demolished within a day.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)