First Mustang, new to tracking, where do I get started

[GregR]

Recently purchased a tuned and modified 2019 GT Premium. It will be a weekend driver for me, plus I'm interested in tracking it. I live in Virginia, VIR is about 2 hours from my house. I've done some research but I'm not coming up with anything solid; how do I get started with tracking, are there clubs I can join, etc.?

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[tosha]

https://www.mustang6g.com/forums/threads/first-track-day-prep-and-expectations.156490/

 

[TopJimmyCooks]

Hi Greg,
In this area you should look at Summit Point as well as VIR.
clubs which run at VIR and SP include Chin Track Days, Hooked on Driving, SCCA, NASA, and Track Club USA. Also check out motorsportreg.com to find events and organizations.

 

[Bridgie]

Take a NASA Hyperdrive if you want a single session taste and get a feel of the HPDE set-up. Instructed session for 20ish minutes.
Might not be worth a 2 hr drive to VIR though.
Plenty of links and First track day prep you can read through.
You will be looking at $1000 for full weekend with entry fee, track insurance and fuel.. without the general consumables along the way.
Is your car PP.?

 

[1 old racer]

You can meet us over here. We have lots of old experienced track whores to give you advice a long the way.
https://trackmustangsonline.com/

 

[GregR]

Is your car PP.?

What is PP?

 

[Bridgie]

Performance Pack. Having 6pot Brembo brakes up front, extra cooling, additional dials on dash.. more track ready.

https://www.cjponyparts.com/resources/s550-mustang-performance-packages

 

[GregR]

Mine has the GT Performance Package and the larger front Brembo brakes

 

[Bridgie]

In that case, you have a car which is much more prepared than stock. Braking, Cooling and Handling.
Top 3 needs for a track / HPDE car.
With simple brake fluid flush and change - Enough Pad to last (min 50%) - Summer Tires - Recent Oil change... The car should be ready..
With Open Mind, willingness to listen and learn, plenty of fluids (hydration) and a few basic tools - Jack, Stands, Tire pressure gauge, Torque wrench (wheels), Oil top off, Chair... You should be ready..

 

[KrayZJay]

Recently purchased a tuned and modified 2019 GT Premium. It will be a weekend driver for me, plus I'm interested in tracking it. I live in Virginia, VIR is about 2 hours from my house. I've done some research but I'm not coming up with anything solid; how do I get started with tracking, are there clubs I can join, etc.?

Dominion Raceway is in Thornburg, VA. They have the "Ladder of Speed" that helps you progress on their track. I've also done the SCCA Track Night in America there, which was awesome. Both the "Ladder of Speed" and Track Night in America are affordable, and anyone can do it. Make sure your Tires, Fluids and Pads are in good condition.

 

[Xgamex22]

You can meet us over here. We have lots of old experienced track whores to give you advice a long the way.
https://trackmustangsonline.com/

I tried going to the site and i got blocked for some reason is it blocked for people outside the usa ?

 

[MrBD1348]

SCCA events on motorsportreg are where I got started last year. Decent price point for entry fees and my Regional mandates instructors for Novice class drivers. Instructors are amazing tools. Instant feedback on what you’re doing right and wrong.

Also #1 tip I see people giving is seat time. Spend money on seat time rather than mods. That will make you faster until you hit the limit of the cars performance. Also trackmustangsonline is an awesome group of people and always willing to help!

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