Thought I would start a thread for us to look back at personal experiences from 2005 and forward to 2006 (Z related).
Feb, Visited Historic Motorsport show at Stoneleigh, found a bargain (Oil Cooler) and fitted. Oil pressure much better when hot.
March, Watched Robin Hood Stages rally, good turnout of 240s, great atmosphere on Sat evening stage and Dominic won too.
Donnington round of Roadsports series, another good turnout of Zeds, Matt Bannister entertained the crowd with a couple of unintentional spins, but showed plenty of pace.
April, Had my first go at 'the Pod'. Great weather, another good turnout, good fun. In my ignorance was hoping to do a low 14s, get under 15s, now realise more skill, grip and better power-to-weight needed!
May, Japfest at Castle Combe. Weather terrible, excellent turnout thanks to Suzy, enjoyed the first session in damp conditions, second was frightening in downpour with my tyres.
June, visited the two Swapmeets on 5th. Good day, bought some bits and met some more club members.
Fitted Leda struts F&R, few problems at back due to previous owner using Locktite on halfshafts, pmac came to rescue with bits needed.
Donnington track-day. Terrible weather am but picked up pm. Suspension had transformed the roadholding! Good day, met a 260 racer from the 'States.
Sept, Trax at Silverstone GP circuit, great fun.
Action day at Castle Combe, a few Zs out on track, good fun again.
Oct, Finished 4th in FI fantasy challenge, thanks Sean.
So all-in-all a fun year enriched by being a ZClub member.
2006, much of the same I hope! Car needs to lose a bit of weight (and me) and better front brakes. Might have a go at a sprint/hillclimb with Ben and Ken.
Feb, Visited Historic Motorsport show at Stoneleigh, found a bargain (Oil Cooler) and fitted. Oil pressure much better when hot.
March, Watched Robin Hood Stages rally, good turnout of 240s, great atmosphere on Sat evening stage and Dominic won too.
Donnington round of Roadsports series, another good turnout of Zeds, Matt Bannister entertained the crowd with a couple of unintentional spins, but showed plenty of pace.
April, Had my first go at 'the Pod'. Great weather, another good turnout, good fun. In my ignorance was hoping to do a low 14s, get under 15s, now realise more skill, grip and better power-to-weight needed!
May, Japfest at Castle Combe. Weather terrible, excellent turnout thanks to Suzy, enjoyed the first session in damp conditions, second was frightening in downpour with my tyres.
June, visited the two Swapmeets on 5th. Good day, bought some bits and met some more club members.
Fitted Leda struts F&R, few problems at back due to previous owner using Locktite on halfshafts, pmac came to rescue with bits needed.
Donnington track-day. Terrible weather am but picked up pm. Suspension had transformed the roadholding! Good day, met a 260 racer from the 'States.
Sept, Trax at Silverstone GP circuit, great fun.
Action day at Castle Combe, a few Zs out on track, good fun again.
Oct, Finished 4th in FI fantasy challenge, thanks Sean.
So all-in-all a fun year enriched by being a ZClub member.
2006, much of the same I hope! Car needs to lose a bit of weight (and me) and better front brakes. Might have a go at a sprint/hillclimb with Ben and Ken.
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