danegrey's 370Z Journal

danegrey

Well track day, yesterday was one to forget. Had to be the most frustrating one this year.
First session was good, I got into a line of cars, we sorted ourselves out and I got into a rhythm, it was fun, just hitting the marks, car felt balance and was running well. It felt natural for me on the track. Set a time of 1:52:98

Second session no rhythm, a black flag and I seemed to be the slow one of the group. Running advance and people were in a hurry. So lots of point bys and being aware of folks. So this session was totally off. Really a wasted session.

Third session, similar to the second, with letting cars past. But this time I was the black flag. Similar to last time went into limp mode, seems the radiator sprung a leak. And out went the fluid. I had a note to check temps, I think what happen was trying to be aware of cars behind. It was a hot day, about 91.

Lessons -
Maybe Intermediate and only 3 point by areas, vs Red, where passing is everywhere. Really about comfort level and finding an open spot.
Turn 1, next time I go to brake deeper, forget about shifting, use 5th gear through.
Not sure about the failure, it is a 12 year old radiator, that has been punished.

I was a bit prepared this time, only because I now take coolent/water/something just in case.

So now I am looking for a radaitor with the A/C hookup also will replace the water pump..
Any suggestions -- hint, I might only have 1-3 years left of tracking..

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