I'm all signed up The wife may sign up too ........ she's going to kick my butt as she autox for years. Joe get Jill to sign up so she can kick your butt also

 

I just signed Marty up for this. She would like to build up her confidence.

 

Nah. There are some REALLY good drivers that should be there that I'm still getting some coaching from. I'm available to any novice though.

 

We'll be there! I registered this morning & I'll order the helmet tonight when I get home.

 

Hey Cliff, how does the instruction part work? Do they sit in the car with me and show me how to do it? I'm wondering if I should get another CG lock for the passenger side? Thanks, Jim

 

Dude get a silver one with black tribal markings on it

 

What we've done in the past is set up about five types of courses from skid pads ( large circle to measure cornering G before your car over-steers or under-steers ) to a long slalom that will test you ability to get next to a cone and carry speed. You'll get some in car instruction on Sat. but mostly it's you and what ever course has been set up to teach a particular skill. Sun. will be the day for alot of in car instruction and car and/or driver swapping to see what other drivers do with their cars and maybe yours if it's OK with you. Nothing more sobering than to have a hot shoe take your car and beat your best time by a large margin. This isn't a high speed day like a track day so instructor don't require comparable safety belts or harnesses.

 

Joe and everybody else who need one,
check this out:
http://www.soloracer.com/index.html
they offer NAM discounts

 

Dude, that one has YOUR name all over it
Fracky needs the Black Out model

 

Good lookin' out Chef! Yeah, I get carried away when it comes to my MINI. Normally, I'm tight with money but when it comes to the FPD I like to go with the best. I added up some part cost tonight & "ouch!". Sooooo...I'm going to order the helmet, but I want to make sure the helmet meets the SCCA specs for our event(s). Rating-wise, do y'all know what Snell &/or FIA rating we need to meet? JIMINNImachine you're going halvsies with me right?

 

Track use helmets have to meet Snell SA 2000 or 2005 standards. Solo 2 ( SCCA )motorcyle helmets can be used. The difference in ratings has to do with what the helmet has to do in an accident. I.E. multipule impacts, fire resistance.
If you want to try on a good helmet you can go to Western Speed and Fuel.
2180 S. Van Ness
485 - 7442

 

Dang..... gona have to miss this one 1 co-worker out for extended medical leave and the other starts his 3 week military leave that weekend, so "tag...I'm it" for most of northern cali worrk issues. But the overtime may get my new shoes 'n lower control arms, sooner than later.

 

The summer can't get here soon enough.

 

Definitely! I had to park at the top of my driveway again last night to keep from being snowed in and it was still snowing when I left this morning.

Steve

 

Willum that's a major bummer you're not going to be there & we're all gonna miss ya.

 

So what kind of helmets are best? Open face or full face? And Cliff, are you saying Solo 2 helmets are ok for track events also?

 

Jim your timing is perfect. Just found out the helmet regs have changed. Sense my computer skills are limited Dr. Steve is going to bale me out by posting a link ( or something ) to the SCCA helmet specs.
Open or closed faced? I got a closed helmet because it was required for Spec Miata racing or any open cockpit cars. Lots of pros and cons for both.

Some basics:

HANS systems don't work with open face.
Some closed face helmets have smaller openings and slightly limit vision.
Closed faced will protect the lower face and allow for a fully closed helmet with a closeable visor.
Etc............Etc...............Etc..........

 

I would post if I knew what site to go to. The Fresno SCCA site is a forum: http://www.fresnoscca.com and the old site is out of date. Give me an idea where you found the info since I am too busy today to go search.

Steve

 

Ok cool If I don't plan on any open cockpit racing and not even sure what Spec Miata racing is, do you think a open face is adequate for autox and maybe a track day or two?

 

Open face is great. If I had it to do over again that would be my choice.

The specs for helmets........http://www.fresnoscca.com
click on Forums............Rules and Classifications..............Helmets.

 

Date: April 29, 2008
From: Doug Gill, SCCA Solo Competition Manager
To: All Solo Participants
Subject: Helmet Certification

From the SCCA National Solo Rules:

4.3.1 Helmets

Helmets meeting the following standards must be worn while on course: All
helmets meeting the current or two immediately preceding Snell Foundation
standards (SA, K, or M), or SFI standards 31.1A, 31.2A, 41.1A, or 41.2A are acceptable. Helmets meeting British spec BS6658-85 type A/FR are also
acceptable.

For maximum protection, helmets must fit securely and should provide adequate peripheral vision. The chin strap must be securely fastened. Loaner helmets should be available to vehicle occupants not having their own.

Current acceptable standards:

Snell – SA2005, M2005, K2005, SA2000, M2000, K98, SA95, M95
SFI – 31.1A, 31.2A, 41.1A, 41.2A
BSI – BS6658-85 type A/FR

 

Think I found the helmet I am going to buy. It's a Shoei RJ Platium. It's open faced, weighs 2.86lbs. $212. at Cycle Center on Blackstone Ave.


Available Sizes:
XS-XXXL
MSRP:
$247.99

XXXL: $274.99

DESCRIPTION

Since it’s introduction in 1985, the RJ series set the standard by which all open face helmets are measured. Shoei’s latest offering in the RJ line, the RJ Platinum-R, continues to build upon the RJ family history, combining incredible comfort with the very latest in safety and performance technology. These features combined with a new, modern design create the new standard for open face helmets.


TECH SPECS

• Shell Integrated Spoiler
• Cheek Pad Slits for Eyeglasses
• Adjustable Top & Rear Vents
• Dual EPS Liner
• AIM+ Shell Construction
• Snaps for After Market Shields
• Complies with FMVSS218 (DOT) and Snell M2005
• Fully Removable Interiors
• Removable GT Visor
• Soft & Comfortable Shock-Absorbent Liner
• 3D Comfort Liner System
• Neck Outlet Vent
• 5 Year Warranty
  • 5 Year Warranty From Purchase Date. 7 Year Warranty From Helmet Manufacture Date. Whichever comes first.

SIZE CHART

SIZEHAT SIZECMINCHESXS6 5/8 - 6 3/453 - 5420 7/8 - 21 1/4S6 7/8 - 755 - 5621 5/8 - 22M7 1/8 - 7 1/457 - 5822 1/2 - 22 7/8L7 3/8 - 7 1/259 - 6023 1/4 - 23 5/8XL7 5/8 - 7 3/461 - 6224 - 24 3/8XXL7 7/8 - 863 - 6424 3/4 - 25 1/8XXXL68 1/8 - 8 1/465 - 6625 5/8 - 26

ACCESSORIES

• Drawstring Helmet Bag (Included)

Download Manual

 

Here's the one I scored last night: HJC AR10. Oh, my brother-in-law's going to join us with his 2006 Corvette.

 

Dude thought you would have gone with this HJC? Carbon Fiber

 

Hey Cliff, I see the helmet i'm looking at says it's rated at: Snell M2005 and Joe's is rated at Snell SA 2005, is this the same rating? Will mine be ok for autox and track?