Gingerman Event on October(keep update)

FormulaMMM · 09-09-2014, 02:09 PM

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rain is ok, no snow or thunder.

I'm good with all of the above.

///M3Fresh · 09-09-2014, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by alex.racer

rain is ok, no snow or thunder.

Got it. I am inviting a few people (or letting them know). If I come out (will know for sure by next week) anyone from the metro detroit area that would want to caravan the morning of, I am down, just let me know.

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Originally Posted by FormulaMMM

I'm good with all of the above.

Bahaha would be a lot of fun in the snow!

FormulaMMM · 09-09-2014, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by ///M3Fresh

Bahaha would be a lot of fun in the snow!

Seriously... I semi-joked with the old track manager Josh that I was going to rent the track in the dead of winter after 2-3" of snow. It would be a blast with proper tires.

jjw2331 · 09-09-2014, 09:52 PM

Darn... I wish I could go to this.

FormulaMMM · 09-09-2014, 10:06 PM

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Darn... I wish I could go to this.

Josh, where you been man!?? See you down south during winter again? Shoot me a pm.

jjw2331 · 09-09-2014, 10:14 PM

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Josh, where you been man!?? See you down south during winter again? Shoot me a pm.

Haha. My stay in MI was short-lived this summer.

When the track weather moves down south, I'll be here in FL. Will keep in touch.

///M3Fresh · 09-10-2014, 08:53 AM

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Seriously... I semi-joked with the old track manager Josh that I was going to rent the track in the dead of winter after 2-3" of snow. It would be a blast with proper tires.

Do they even open on days like that? That would be a lot of fun. It would for sure help your reaction and handling skills on top of getting to know your car better!

I recall doing a drift event a few winters back in PawPaw MI and it was a blast.

FormulaMMM · 09-10-2014, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by ///M3Fresh

Do they even open on days like that? That would be a lot of fun. It would for sure help your reaction and handling skills on top of getting to know your car better!

I recall doing a drift event a few winters back in PawPaw MI and it was a blast.

Not sure. Old mgt is out I guess. Just got an email update in the last few days, so not sure if new would entertain or not. Probably. They're not particularly busy that time of year.

roc_sky · 09-16-2014, 09:52 PM

I'm wondering what is M3's track lap record there??

///M3Fresh · 09-18-2014, 01:29 PM

Me and a friend are in for sure. will see you guys out on the 3rd. a few others are still on the fence/unsure.

any idea of number of confirmed "yes's"?

alex.racer · 09-18-2014, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by roc_sky

I'm wondering what is M3's track lap record there??

OEM is about 1:47

FormulaMMM · 09-19-2014, 10:50 PM

1:47 - 1:48 is a good stock time.

1:45 - 1:46 tires + brakes.

1:42 tires + brakes + Clubsports

1:41 possible with some fresher rubber I think...

Look forward to getting back out there next month with all of you guys.

zapptiger · 09-20-2014, 01:27 PM

how many people registered so far?

alex.racer · 09-20-2014, 03:10 PM

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how many people registered so far?

21

///M3Fresh · 09-23-2014, 08:58 AM

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1:47 - 1:48 is a good stock time.

1:45 - 1:46 tires + brakes.

1:42 tires + brakes + Clubsports

1:41 possible with some fresher rubber I think...

Look forward to getting back out there next month with all of you guys.

Good info. Ive only been out to gingerman twice (both in the E46M) I believe (more but twice that ive tracked) but never in the E90M. Josh gave me some advice in having you show me your lines in the E90, glad youll be out to this event!

FormulaMMM · 09-23-2014, 04:32 PM

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Good info. Ive only been out to gingerman twice (both in the E46M) I believe (more but twice that ive tracked) but never in the E90M. Josh gave me some advice in having you show me your lines in the E90, glad youll be out to this event!

Definitely dude. Look forward to meeting you. Would be happy to give a ride, and/or go lead follow. I've put in too many laps at this place to not have learned something.

zapptiger · 09-30-2014, 12:19 PM

Going to rain on Friday. Any suggestion about insurance?

FormulaMMM · 09-30-2014, 06:33 PM

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Going to rain on Friday. Any suggestion about insurance?

I've used this organization once before for an event -- http://www.ontrackinsurance.com/index.aspx

Typically these groups will only offer coverage for organized, recognized events, but you could give them a call.

Not that I'd ever try to talk someone out of insurance, but been to Gingerman? Really there's one wall on the outside of turn 11 and then down the front straight that could be hit. Field runoff other than that. See video above. It really is the best track to learn, and work on car control.

And if it rains like it's supposed to everybody will be driving around like grannies in a parking lot. Long dry spell, track will be rubbered in, so basically an ice surface equivalent. Should be fun, slow, and occasionally sideways.

No reason whatsoever to push it. Go as slow as you like, and stay within your comfort zone.

zapptiger · 09-30-2014, 08:42 PM

Good to know that, I was mad worried about weather since this will be my first track event. Pretty sure will learn a lot this time

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Originally Posted by FormulaMMM

I've used this organization once before for an event -- http://www.ontrackinsurance.com/index.aspx

Typically these groups will only offer coverage for organized, recognized events, but you could give them a call.

Not that I'd ever try to talk someone out of insurance, but been to Gingerman? Really there's one wall on the outside of turn 11 and then down the front straight that could be hit. Field runoff other than that. See video above. It really is the best track to learn, and work on car control.

And if it rains like it's supposed to everybody will be driving around like grannies in a parking lot. Long dry spell, track will be rubbered in, so basically an ice surface equivalent. Should be fun, slow, and occasionally sideways.

No reason whatsoever to push it. Go as slow as you like, and stay within your comfort zone.

FormulaMMM · 09-30-2014, 08:57 PM

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Good to know that, I was mad worried about weather since this will be my first track event. Pretty sure will learn a lot this time

You'll be fine and rain or shine it's a blast. Happy to head out with you first session, and you can grab a ride with me. Find me per specs in my sig. With 100% rain looks like I'll be leaving my track wheels home though...

Be sure to bring towels. they'll probably make us run windows down as usual.

zapptiger · 09-30-2014, 09:10 PM

Will do sir. See you on Friday

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You'll be fine and rain or shine it's a blast. Happy to head out with you first session, and you can grab a ride with me. Find me per specs in my sig. With 100% rain looks like I'll be leaving my track wheels home though...

Be sure to bring towels. they'll probably make us run windows down as usual.

4M · 10-01-2014, 07:31 PM

Just put the street tires back on. Not a lot of dry in that forecast!

09-09-2014, 09:52 PM	#26
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09-16-2014, 09:52 PM	#31
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09-18-2014, 01:29 PM	#32
///M3Fresh Lieutenant 258 Rep 564 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Las Vegas iTrader: (1)	Me and a friend are in for sure. will see you guys out on the 3rd. a few others are still on the fence/unsure. any idea of number of confirmed "yes's"?
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09-19-2014, 10:50 PM	#34
FormulaMMM Brigadier General 3663 Rep 3,422 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Midwest iTrader: (2)	1:47 - 1:48 is a good stock time. 1:45 - 1:46 tires + brakes. 1:42 tires + brakes + Clubsports 1:41 possible with some fresher rubber I think... Look forward to getting back out there next month with all of you guys. __________________ M4 GTS, GT3, C63 S \| E90 M3s, E39 M5 Last edited by FormulaMMM; 09-19-2014 at 10:55 PM..
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09-20-2014, 01:27 PM	#35
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09-30-2014, 12:19 PM	#39
zapptiger Private First Class 6 Rep 122 Posts Drives: E92 M3 ZCP Join Date: May 2014 Location: Michigan iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW M3 [10.00]	Going to rain on Friday. Any suggestion about insurance?
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10-01-2014, 07:31 PM	#44
4M Second Lieutenant 142 Rep 284 Posts Drives: '13 Melbourne Red E92 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Chicago iTrader: (1) Garage List 2013 BMW M3 Coupe [7.60]	Just put the street tires back on. Not a lot of dry in that forecast!
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