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Post by rhyswh on Jun 15, 2017 14:39:07 GMT
So me and a couple of friends spoke about getting a cheap car to turn into a track car. Just trying to figure out the actual cost of a track day. I don't mean the admission fee but everything else.
What I'd like to know is how long does a set of tyres last? Let's say we'd aim for 6 15min sessions in a day (no idea if that's realistic).
Same for pads?
Is there anything else that would need replacing often?
This is all based on us all being Track day noobs so wouldn't be putting that much strain on the car to start with I'm sure.
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Post by Horney on Jun 15, 2017 14:52:36 GMT
Assuming a mk1 mx5 and you'll do more sessions than that.
Pads - should last 2 or 3 trackdays.
Tyres - as above, if not more. Unless you're running some super soft sprint compound.
Fuel - you'll use at least a tank on a busy day.
That's the three main things. Then factor in an oil and filter change every couple of trackdays and general maintenance.
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Post by rhyswh on Jun 15, 2017 14:55:21 GMT
Ok, so not as bad as I thought.
I've not had a proper look around yet but what's the average cost of a track day?
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Post by Horney on Jun 15, 2017 14:58:11 GMT
Vary from £110 at a small circuit on a week day to £500+ for a GP circuit on a weekend.
Castle Combe is usually around the £165 mark. Often days add a small charge for extra drivers and helmet hire.
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Post by jackyboy on Jun 15, 2017 22:20:27 GMT
My car is a daily and track car. i do 200 plus miles a week on road with plenty of Wales trips at weekends., try to get on track every other month if i can.
since April 2016.. i have done 4 track days and lost count of how many action day sessions. i am still on the same rodders front pads the front with plenty of life left.
rear pads i only just recently changed.
my nankang ns2 ultra sport lasted a year and had life left in them, upgrade to semi slicks in April 2017
oil gets dirty quick. i have to change every 6 months. probably should change more!
The engine just keeps on giving. it actually runs better after going on track.
i find petrol is the most expensive thing!!!
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Post by rhyswh on Jun 16, 2017 7:58:46 GMT
I would have thought you go through front pads quicker than rears?
That sounds good, much better than I was expecting. I shall pass on the good news and get planning hopefully.
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Post by jackyboy on Jun 16, 2017 17:16:51 GMT
I would have thought you go through front pads quicker than rears? That sounds good, much better than I was expecting. I shall pass on the good news and get planning hopefully. me too. although i have rodders pads on the front and cheap standard ones on the back. probably a warped disc on the back which does not help rear pad wear. |
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Post by jas on Jun 19, 2017 12:40:36 GMT
As above actual running costs are low but the upgrade bug bites and that's where the £££ get spent. Try and get a car with adjustable colies and a roll bar!
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le sigh