| Author | Message | ||
| Philip Airey (Pma1010)
Member Username: Pma1010 Post Number: 297 Registered: 7-2002 |
Follow the factory recommmendation on oil level, but keep it up to the high-mark just after shut down. | ||
| luciano favero (Ontogenetic1007)
New member Username: Ontogenetic1007 Post Number: 7 Registered: 11-2002 |
Thank you. I have also spoken with Continental and they indicated I should ease up if the oil pressure light comes on in a sharp/long turn, as it isn't good for the engine. They have said that for wet sump cars, the oil level should be checked after it has drained in the pan. Had been under the impression it should be right after turning the car off. | ||
| Philip Airey (Pma1010)
Member Username: Pma1010 Post Number: 296 Registered: 7-2002 |
Luciano It's normal, particularly on long right hand turns in wet sump 308s. Less of a problem on carb cars (due to fuel starvation). Search the archives in the tech section. Only solution is dry sump. | ||
| luciano favero (Ontogenetic1007)
New member Username: Ontogenetic1007 Post Number: 6 Registered: 11-2002 |
hello, is it dangerous/damaging that the oil pressure drops during sharp/long turns? | ||
| Don Norton (Litig8r)
Junior Member Username: Litig8r Post Number: 171 Registered: 6-2001 |
Bob my e-mail just came back up after being down for a couple of days - could you e-mail me your e-mail address? Mine's [email protected]. Wanted to get that info on the BMW club and send you that letter from the engine dude.... I didn't happen to pass you tonight in Downers Grove did I???? There was a 308 going the other way.... | ||
| luciano favero (Ontogenetic1007)
New member Username: Ontogenetic1007 Post Number: 5 Registered: 11-2002 |
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| Andreas Forrer (Tifosi12)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi12 Post Number: 1348 Registered: 10-2002 |
At this moment I only want to post this one picture:  While we were having fun at Blackhawk someplace else another 360 and its drivers had the darkest of days. Carpe diem. | ||
| Don Norton (Litig8r)
Junior Member Username: Litig8r Post Number: 168 Registered: 6-2001 |
It was nice seeing you Bob and meeting you Andreas. That is very very sad news from the Ring. | ||
| Bob Campen (Bob308gts)
Member Username: Bob308gts Post Number: 670 Registered: 9-2001 |
Same here, got home did my Fchat sign-on and found out about it. Bummer | ||
| Andreas Forrer (Tifosi12)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi12 Post Number: 1344 Registered: 10-2002 |
Just back from a beautiful day and full of energy and enthusiasm. Just wanted to upload some pictures, then I read about Jens and Amar. Pictures will have to wait. Too sad to do anything. May their souls rest in peace. | ||
| C O Jones (Cojones)
New member Username: Cojones Post Number: 23 Registered: 6-2003 |
Driver side (LEFT) get more abuse (tires, brakes, etc) for most folks in the area, as most road courses in the Midwest tend to run clockwise (more right turns than lefts)... while the FRONT gets the greater brake/tire load in most circuits (weight transfer under braking, followed by cornering forces), in my experience the REAR tends to get neglected more, particularly the inside rear pad/rotor. Yep -- it always seems to happen when its too late. Sorry you're missing the event. | ||
| Philip Airey (Pma1010)
Member Username: Pma1010 Post Number: 289 Registered: 7-2002 |
It looks like I am not going to be able to go. Big pool of brake fluid under the driver's side rear caliper. Ugh, I had rebuilt the fronts last year when one side started sticking. Rear brakes had shown no signs of anything awry. Why does this stuff always happen the night before? Hope everyone has a great time. Please post some pics of the event. | ||
| Don Norton (Litig8r)
Junior Member Username: Litig8r Post Number: 167 Registered: 6-2001 |
I'll be there tomorrow before 9. I did call Scott R at Continental and told him I was available for corner worker use.... | ||
| Jack (Gilles27)
Intermediate Member Username: Gilles27 Post Number: 1042 Registered: 3-2002 |
Blackhawk shouldn't take much more than about 90 minutes from Chicago, provided you can go off-time. Oh yeah, and provided you don't pass Prairie road 3 times like I did. | ||
| Philip Airey (Pma1010)
Member Username: Pma1010 Post Number: 286 Registered: 7-2002 |
For directions, go to http://www.blackhawkfarms.com/ From northshore, a couple of hour trip usually. Noel tells me it is 2 - 3 from the city depending on leaving time. See you there. | ||
| Andreas Forrer (Tifosi12)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi12 Post Number: 1331 Registered: 10-2002 |
8:30 to 9:15am is tech inspection 9:15 is the mandatory drivers' meeting thereafter the track groups start it's over at around 3ish | ||
| Don Norton (Litig8r)
Junior Member Username: Litig8r Post Number: 166 Registered: 6-2001 |
I'll have to see what happens tomorrow to see if I'll have time to go, but I'd like to, and I'd be willing to help out as a corner worker, although I may not be able to stay the whole day. What time does it start? | ||
| Bob Campen (Bob308gts)
Member Username: Bob308gts Post Number: 668 Registered: 9-2001 |
I'll be there cheering everyone on and taking pictures | ||
| Andreas Forrer (Tifosi12)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi12 Post Number: 1323 Registered: 10-2002 |
Philip, I'm going. All ready, just hope I don't get lost on my way there and make it in time. I'm really worried about that. Still no GPS.  If they offer me a different Ferrari for a couple of laps if I do corner work, heck I'll give up on driving my own car. Seriously. Trying out another Ferrari is for me the ultimate and more important than driving my own. Anyway, I think Bob Campen will join us as a spectator and photographer. Looking forward to meet you and your yellow beauty. | ||
| Philip Airey (Pma1010)
Member Username: Pma1010 Post Number: 285 Registered: 7-2002 |
I talked to Scott Rothemel on Monday. THey have 25 people signed up with an interesting assortment of cars. Sounds like it will be a great event. Noel, Andreas, Don, you going? If someone wants to go and spectate, I know they're looking for some help with corner workers. Sure they'd give a few laps free in your own car and they usually have one or two cars to try. Call David Alexander at Continental if you are interested. See you there Philip | ||
| Philip Airey (Pma1010)
Member Username: Pma1010 Post Number: 271 Registered: 7-2002 |
Don - Mike E. was a guest/spectator for a brief period last year, I am sure David et al won't mind, but would suggest you call them. Andreas - it's about 2 hours from most places near-in around chicago. The Alfa event is fun b/c of the format (timed runs). HTH Philip | ||
| Andreas Forrer (Tifosi12)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi12 Post Number: 1180 Registered: 10-2002 |
I have never been to Blackhawk, but if it is like Gingerman, then that shouldn't be an issue at all. | ||
| Don Norton (Litig8r)
Junior Member Username: Litig8r Post Number: 152 Registered: 6-2001 |
Anyone know if I can just go and spectate for a while? | ||
| Andreas Forrer (Tifosi12)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi12 Post Number: 1179 Registered: 10-2002 |
Philip, just did, they're gonna send me the entry form. I'll probably go for it. Checked the Alfa deal and they have some insane early hour you have to be there for tech inspection. Nuts. Would mean to spend the previous night there. Looking forward to see your car as well. | ||
| Philip Airey (Pma1010)
Member Username: Pma1010 Post Number: 269 Registered: 7-2002 |
Andreas I don't know the timing deadlines - suggest you call David @Continental Philip | ||
| Andreas Forrer (Tifosi12)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi12 Post Number: 1171 Registered: 10-2002 |
Philip, sounds good. How late can I sign up? Since there are two events I thought I might wait for the weather forecast and jump on. Would be great to see Dan and his collection again, witnessed that last year at Gingerman. You're right, quite impressive. | ||
| Philip Airey (Pma1010)
Member Username: Pma1010 Post Number: 265 Registered: 7-2002 |
Andreas I just did the LFSC event at Blackhawk. Noel was there too. I am doing both the events you highlight. Come along, the Continental crew are great guys to hang out with and helpful if you need mechanical stuff while you are there. The track is pretty safe (not fast) -- although it is possible to get off the track out of 7 -- ask me how I know! I expect Dan H. will be there with the F40 and 333. Quite a sight and sound. Hope to see you there | ||
| Don Norton (Litig8r)
Junior Member Username: Litig8r Post Number: 146 Registered: 6-2001 |
I tossed my entry form from Continental but I think it was like $250.00, but they give you a free pre-tech for your car, which is good. If the weather's nice I may go up and watch the 6/20 one (if they permit that) and maybe go to the next one. | ||
| Andreas Forrer (Tifosi12)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi12 Post Number: 1149 Registered: 10-2002 |
I checked the events calendars and noticed, that Continental has a track day on 6/20 at Blackhawk and also the Alfa club has one on 6/27. Is anybody going to either of these? Any recommendations on what is better/more interesting/less hassle/more economic/whatever? |