UKSaabs

Fingers crossed on the weather, the only thing that you cant plan for.

See you all there!

The weather is my only concern too. October's not known for its exceptional weather, and i'm not keen on doing my first full track day in the wet. Still, it won't be the Aero going round, so its not quite so critical that i don't prang it.


On the subject of insurance, is it worth buying insurance to cover the car when my budget for the whole project is £500, not including the trailer to tow it up and back? And can you get trackday cover that covers you and passengers in case of injury (loss of earnings etc)?

Ive never bothered with trackday insurance, the excess tends to be fairly large anyway, plus normally most track cars are worth as much in bits as they are whole anyway.

Weather? It will be an Indian summer. Nice crisp day, hovering around the 16deg mark, light SW breeze...... or not.

Regarding insurance Dave, it is down to you to clarify. Most of the policies will tailor to your exact requirements. However, the excess is usually £500. It is a personal call as to whether you run with this or not.

Does it cover you for loss or earnings? I have not heard of one that does, but that is not to say there are ones out there that don't. Remember, both you and your passenger have to sign an indemnity form before you go out on track saying you are fully aware of the risks. Hence, I don't think you would be able to claim loss of earnings.

But that is all doom and gloom. This is a friendly track day, I do not envisage anyone needing insurance unless they are pushing the boundaries of their car and their ability. Providing you drive within your and your cars capabilities, and watch out for other track users, I doubt there will be an issue. There will be instructors there on the day as well Dave, so if in doubt, get one on board and he will take you through everything.

If you depend on your car for work / family etc, then perhaps insurance is something to consider. It is down to the individual to assess their own risks and take precautions accordingly.

HTH

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Ive been doing UK trackdays for 15 years and never had any damage as a result of an off.

Mind you, I did PROPERLY bend a BMW over at the ring a few years ago, but thats FAR more dangerous than any UK track.

I've never bothered with insurance- I would have spent about double what my car is worth in policies over the year had I of.

ok guys im just checking im ok to attend on the day just to have a look and a chat with everyone wont be running the track but will definately be heading over to say hi, obviously if im allowed

HI Nige

Of course, the more the merrier. Spectating to my knowledge is FoC, so see you there.

Anyone else that wants to turn up, it would be great to see you there.

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1. Neo Brothers 9-3 Race Car Paid
2. Neo Brothers 9-3 Paid
3. Neo Brothers Grinnall Paid
4. Neo -=FUBES=- Paid
5. Martin E Paid
6. Nev Paid
7. Jules H T Paid
8. beardydave Paid
9. LoganSaab Paid
10. ianrobbo Paid
11. TFatC/MalcV 9000 Furball Paid
12. Robscim TVR Saabera Paid
13. Dave Morgan (Morgan Autos) Paid
14. Chip (assuming a saab powered nova is welcome?) Paid
15. Wessy Paid
16. Ste Paid
17. Mick Paid
18. Saabmatt c900 Paid
19. Ylee Paid
20. Inspector Gadget Paid
21. Nemesismoo Paid
22. rich 9-3 Viggen Paid
23. smartski Paid
24. Saab Centre 9-3 Sport Aero Paid
25. Saabstudent and team 9000 Paid
26. Paul from WMSS Paid
27. PINK PANTHER Paid
28. Hildebird Paid
29. Mark411 Paid
30. Martin (Jamsaab) Paid
31. Andy (Martin E's friend) Paid
32. DUNCAN SCOTT (saab lover) Paid
33. PRAIRIE Sensonic Paid
34. Sonett97/Fliptop Paid
35. Speedysaab Paid
36. Steve I (GWS C900,T16S / C900i) Paid
37. cbcbcb (not the Viggen, but hope to have another Saab) Paid
38. eddmaster Paid
39. Dr Reid (Neo Guest) Paid
40. Mr Mooney Man Paid


Reserve List

1. thesaabologist (doh! )
2. rincewind (double doh! )
3. James(Wessy)
4. Nick95 (just the slight offchance)
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Do we know any details yet of rules / regs regarding what tyres we can run for this event please?

Hi Guys,

Ok, some FAQ's answered before hand:-

1. Noise limit is 105dB at 1/2m, the usual, nothing to bother us.
2. Drive by limit is the same, but not strictly enforced.
3. Bring both parts of your Driving License to the drivers briefing!!!
4. Tyres are restricted to track day tyres (E-Marked and Kite Stamped) or normal road tyres unless you have an FIA approved roll cage fitted (will be checked by scrutineers if in doubt), in which case you can use slicks.
5. Garages (well, car ports) are available, you can book ahead for £20 or risk it on the day.
6. There will be 2 instructors there all day. You can have 20mins per car with them FOC, additional time with that car is charged.
7. Helmets are available for hire, £10 plus leaving your debit card as security.
8. Catering facilities will be open at various times during the day.
9. Fuel is available at the circuit. However, I would advise people to bring their own after we had some contamination of injectors at Cadwell as there is no telling how old the fuel is. It is not like a normal forecourt that gets flushed through.
10. Bring both parts of your driving license to the drivers briefing (yes, I know I have mentioned it twice, but you would be surprised how many people did not bring any part of their license to Cadwell park and hence could not go out on circuit!).

If you have any additional questions or if there is something I have not covered ask away and I will get answers for you ASAP.

David.

Just to put a context on that, my JT 3" straight through decat single silencer exhaust registered 93bB at Combe last year, so 105 really won't bother many of us!

Yep, Jules is right. Combe is 100dB, so anyone who passes Combe will sail through this. Even Jamsaab's snorting monster should get a clean ticket without a fudge!

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My nova was fine at mallory with only a 3 foot long exhaust 3" in diameter and with only 1 straight through silencer built into it.
It's the most relaxed noise regs of any track I know of in the uk other than ones that are running a limited number of "full noise" days.

About getting my track car to Mallory.

Intention is to trailer car so can the trailer + car be droped off at the track Friday afternoon and left there Saturday night to be collected Sunday morning ?

It would be understood that it would be at owners risk.

I want a good bedroom : too old for camping and do not own a camper.

Alan.

Hi Alan,

Yes, this would be no problem at all. There will be enough of us camping to keep an eye on it for you.

David.

Oooh, spares!

^^^ ,You have enough anyway.

well david from neo's has invited me to attend this,,,not to drive or owt,,,just as an observer,,,so i guess i'll be there then

Lots of passenger rides available