Queensland Raceway Happy Laps (v.5) 27th May 2012 (breakfast)

[syhm1984]

Haha I got the same response when I put my car in for a resonator delete.

I still have to hunt overseas for parts (mostly UK sites or the Citroen Racing Boutique-but CRB is very expensive) but it is certainly much easier searching for Mini Cooper parts than DS3 parts.

I was recommended this site from the DS3 forum http://www.eurocarparts.com/

Currently its under maintainance but when it goes back up it might be worth having a look for parts for the Abarth 500. I am planning to buy spark plugs from then in the next week or so.

when u say resonator delete, do u mean the cat? Dun this will void the warranty??
When i order mine, I added Koni suspension, Monza Quad Muffler, Abarth fible glass front seats. After picking up the car, i put on braided brake line.

Now just waiting for my shopping list arrive from UK.

[THE_EGG]

Yeah, that is the section that I am having trouble with. I went to many places in Brisbane and ask if they got or can get anything for Abarth 500. I simply got a reply back "What is a Abarth 500?"

I have to order all parts from UK, luckily she is very optioned.

Haha I got the same response when I put my car in for a resonator delete.

I still have to hunt overseas for parts (mostly UK sites or the Citroen Racing Boutique-but CRB is very expensive) but it is certainly much easier searching for Mini Cooper parts than DS3 parts.

I was recommended this site from the DS3 forum http://www.eurocarparts.com/

Currently its under maintainance but when it goes back up it might be worth having a look for parts for the Abarth 500. I am planning to buy spark plugs from then in the next week or so.

[syhm1984]

Also, knowing that my DS3 has the same drivetrain and engine from the standard Cooper, I knew I would be able to get some nice performance parts for it pretty easily. New spark plugs in the next week or so along with a CAI.

Yeah, that is the section that I am having trouble with. I went to many places in Brisbane and ask if they got or can get anything for Abarth 500. I simply got a reply back "What is a Abarth 500?"

I have to order all parts from UK, luckily she is very optioned.

[THE_EGG]

I was choosing between the DS3 and the Abarth but at the end I fail for the Abarth. I like the look better plus my Abarth is one of kind compare to other A500 around Australia, special ordered and waited 4mths.

ouch, tough choice you had. I probably would have taken the Abarth only that my P-plate restrictions restrict me to a non-turbo petrol engine or turbo-diesel engine (which aren't exactly high-revving which is what I like). I got to test-drive the DS3 Sport turbo though, loved it so I got the non-turbo. Another one I was looking at was the base MiTo but yeh, turbo only like the petrol VW's.

Also, knowing that my DS3 has the same drivetrain and engine from the standard Cooper, I knew I would be able to get some nice performance parts for it pretty easily. New spark plugs in the next week or so along with a CAI.

[jasn78]

Can u add a paying passenger for me as well

[syhm1984]

I'm going to have to pull out of this one. My brakes have been delayed and won't arrive till June. I will attempt to come out as a spectator though. I have a soft spot for the Abarths anyway, so hopefully it'll make it on now.

Soft Spot?? What soft spot?? I can not feel it with the Koni on the car tho.

Nah, I found she is pretty good, maybe its lack of power compare to you guys with 2.0T but she 100% got room to improve. At the end of the day, I was looking for a fun small car to drive and she is a fun small car.

[Tony_Mitchell_1983]

I'm going to have to pull out of this one. My brakes have been delayed and won't arrive till June. I will attempt to come out as a spectator though. I have a soft spot for the Abarths anyway, so hopefully it'll make it on now.

[syhm1984]

Oooohhh nice. I was hoping for another Frenchie haha, but oh well, it still gives a nice variation in cars. Thanks for putting the passenger down for me

I was choosing between the DS3 and the Abarth but at the end I fail for the Abarth. I like the look better plus my Abarth is one of kind compare to other A500 around Australia, special ordered and waited 4mths.

[THE_EGG]

No worries, updated!

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NO worries mate

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Sure - be aware of the rules in the first post, and make sure you take heed of the driver briefing before driving on the track if you make it to the main list!

Have updated the list.

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Thanks Clay

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It's a Fiat 500 Abarth

Oooohhh nice. I was hoping for another Frenchie haha, but oh well, it still gives a nice variation in cars. Thanks for putting the passenger down for me

[redline3345]

He's name is Ondy, drives a mk6 GTi

Thanks a lot

No worries, updated!

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well i'm stoked.lol thanks for taking the effort to hook us up with qld raceway. im sure we all do appreciate what you have done.

NO worries mate

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I am driving a Euro hot hatch but non Germany car. . Can I put my name down???

Sure - be aware of the rules in the first post, and make sure you take heed of the driver briefing before driving on the track if you make it to the main list!

Have updated the list.

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People attending only need to pay if they are going to be in the car.
They can choose to pay and get breakfast if they want but they don't have to unless they are in the car.

Thanks Clay

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If you don't mind me asking, what car is it?

It's a Fiat 500 Abarth

[team_v]

Hey sorry guys noob question;

If I were to make the final list and bought my dad and a mate or none or either, and they were not going to be driving, or passengering while I was. (Purely there to watch from the sidelines). Would I need to ask you to put them down as a passenger? And would they need to pay?

Thanks in advance

People attending only need to pay if they are going to be in the car.
They can choose to pay and get breakfast if they want but they don't have to unless they are in the car.

[JedR32]

Hey sorry guys noob question;

If I were to make the final list and bought my dad and a mate or none or either, and they were not going to be driving, or passengering while I was. (Purely there to watch from the sidelines). Would I need to ask you to put them down as a passenger? And would they need to pay?

Thanks in advance

[THE_EGG]

I am driving a Euro hot hatch but non Germany car. . Can I put my name down???

If you don't mind me asking, what car is it?

[syhm1984]

I am driving a Euro hot hatch but non Germany car. . Can I put my name down???

[josh182]

Something different for Round 5 Happy Laps!
This time it’s Queensland Raceway for breakfast ($25) and it's the Full National Circuit! (see team_v's post below)
Apologies to people who requested Saturdays, this was the only remaining weekend date available in May (Sunday 27th May).
The Safety Briefing/Breakfast starts at 7:30 and we should be out on the track by 8:30am.
It is recommended that people arrive in plenty of time, maybe around 7:20.

Menu:
Fresh toast
Fried or Scrambled eggs
Crispy bacon
Gourmet chipolatas
Baked beans
Tea & coffee

Rules:
Following on from Lakeside Happy Lap Rules (but subject to confirmation at briefing):
• No PPE gear required (i.e. no need for a helmet, fireproof long sleeved shirt etc).
• Do not frustrate other drivers by holding them up in corners and then making it difficult for them to pass you on the straights –
watch your mirrors, be considerate and move over on the straights, and if necessary slow down to let them pass
• No undercutting to overtake on the corners.
• Only overtake on straight sections of the track
• If you are not overtaking anyone on the straight stay to one side of the track and let quicker cars overtake


People other than the driver:
People who wish to passenger/split the driving are required to pay the same amount as the driver.
People who wish to watch from trackside do not have to pay unless they want breakfast.
Anyone can come and passenger with you if they are willing to pay for breakfast.

With Queensland Raceway being a slightly bigger track than Lakeside, and there being more safe “run-off” areas, I have been advised that we could have at least 35 cars on the track. We might trial this number depending on interest, and if it works well we can repeat at the next outing, otherwise we can adjust as appopriate.

If the Main List fills up, nominations will go on the reserve list and when/if someone pulls out you will get moved from reserve into the main list.
Unfortunately if you do not make it to the main list you can't be accommodated at the event (apart from spectating or as a passenger) but if there are any remaining on the reserve list by the cut-off date I will place them on the main list if we organise another event at QR to give a fair spread.

Please let me know if you are coming and how many people you will be bringing with you for catering purposes.

Queensland Raceway is located about 20 minutes west of Ipswich just off the Cunningham Highway (travelling towards Warwick) at the end of Champions Way at the Ipswich Motorsport Precinct. Turning right into Champions Way from Cunningham Highway, you will go past Willowbank Drag Strip and Ipswich Kart Track. Go to the end of the road (kinks to the right) and turn left into the Qld Raceway carpark. You should be able to park close to the Control Tower which is where the briefing will be held.

Be aware that there are frequently speed camera vans located on the highway close to the racetrack.

Thanks to Clay for the template!

Champions Way, Willowbank, Queensland - Google Maps

QLD Raceways

I have placed those who expressed interest on the "Calling for Interest" thread on the main list. If you can't make it, please let me know.

Main List

1. redline3345 – Skoda Octavia vRS
2. Team v – VW Tiguan
3. Sortofbigbj - VW MkIII Golf
4. Agolf 5hitstir
5. Vwindahouse – VW Polo GTI
6. THE_EGG – Citroen DS3 (+1 passenger paying)
7. Johnny G60
8. Mikk
9. nat225 – VW MkVI Golf GTI
10. JimmyC379
11. Tobes_WIR35 (+1 passenger paying)
12. josh182
13. Seangti – 08 VW Polo GTI
14. Royee – Audi S3 (+1 passenger paying)
15. sam_online VW MkVI Golf GTI (+1 passenger paying)
16. Scuby_snax84 – VW MkVI Golf R
17. Nardi330 – 08 VW GTI
18. jasn78
19. h100vw
20. Tarmac – VW MkVI Golf R
21. Sharkie
22. 99_FGT – 07 VW Golf GTI
23. RoknRob – 11 VW Polo GTI
24. audi-tone – VW MkIV Golf GTI
25. Tony_Mitchell_1983 – VW MkV Golf GTI
26. Scarlet
27. Max – Audi S3 (Nardi 330's friend)
28. Julia – VW MkV Golf R32 (simple_man's friend) (+ simple_man paying)
29. wegentop (+1 passenger paying)
30. aao88 – Audi S3
31. PugMonkey
32. Tony - VW MK5 GT TSI125 + (1 passenger paying)
33. Nardi330's friend Yeung - Subaru STI Coupe
34. sillywet
35. THE_EGG's friend - MKVI GTI (+1 passenger paying)


Reserve List

1. domlebo 70
2. Jed R32
3. josh182's friend - Mazda MX5
4. Royee's friend (+1 passenger paying)
5. JustCruisn - VW 2001 GTI

well i'm stoked.lol thanks for taking the effort to hook us up with qld raceway. im sure we all do appreciate what you have done.