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Post by mattsedgley on May 14, 2009 14:17:37 GMT
I think we need to keep in mind this is a consultation period, without any look towards the costs at present, doing things mid season is not ideal, however the numbers of regular racers/helpers are obviously bolstered during the good weather ( closes curtains ignores the rain outside) I think our first prority is the top of the thermometer as it will allow running on wet days. I'm sure the layout decisions would not be changed on an adhoc basis, perhaps we could even run a particular layout for cup meetings, and championship, and fun days etc.. Who knows! let's keep the great suggestions coming! Matt  |
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Post by keitheroonie on May 14, 2009 16:50:38 GMT
Ropes seem a little under rated to me, I think we would need purpose built barriers with some sort of method of fixing them in position.
Ropes tend to move around a lot and at a big meeting I feel this is going to become a problem, ok! we can always straighten them out and put them back in position after a race but during a race this isn't always going to be possible.
Indoors they're held in position by the corner blocks but the track layout still changes slightly with every impact.
I agree Matt, the top of the thermometer needs leveling pretty badly and it should be number one priority, the cost of this upgrade is also very minimal compared to adding the other track changes.
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Post by mattsedgley on May 14, 2009 17:26:35 GMT
Ok.. so can i suggest an action plan.. 1: allow the discussion and consultation / discussion continue for two more weeks 2: organise a work party to repair the existing thermometer, and level the tarmac at the top of the thermometer 3: look at any other work that may need doing for the summer ( thanks to Pete "Yellow Shark" for volunteering to drop the loop box) 4: find quotes / continue planning the current change of the banking between T13 and T14 how does that sound everyone? Matt  |
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Post by Kev on May 14, 2009 18:28:20 GMT
I have to agree with Pete and Matt the only part that needs changing is the top of thermometer.
i think the rest is unnecessary.
kev
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Post by yellowshark on May 14, 2009 18:40:10 GMT
Think you mean effing "bury" Matt  |
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Post by issac on May 14, 2009 19:02:04 GMT
the problem of only doing the top of the thermometer is the track then becomes a power track.
ie turn right at shmcc and full power (ish) all the way to turn one. the option of the addition at the bottom of the hill returns the track into a technical one by adding a couple of corners and also sorts out the end of the pit area.
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Post by gwesty on May 14, 2009 20:31:53 GMT
hi , although i havent raced there for a while i really like the track . that said the down hill section b4 the main straight is a chassis killer ! also why not improve the track ? multi lay out is the way forward , the pics with new section looks good ! cheers glenn |
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Post by lesbaldry on May 14, 2009 20:47:43 GMT
Ian I dont think Bashley will ever be a power track no mater how we alter it....no part of it is long enough.
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Post by saintroeer on May 14, 2009 21:08:38 GMT
having now read through the thread and thought about what people have said im of the opinion that we should really concentrate on the thermometer section for now and using money to improve the rostrum area for this year.
having such a short consultation period maybe a little short sighted although i have no problem with the original proposal, i am for maintaining the technical nature of the track(even though i seem to be struggling with it at the moment).
i would also like to resurrect the idea of extending the track beyond turn 13 for a longer term plan for the track, once again giving us more options for track layout.
my vote goes down as a no for the overall planned change but only for effect this year, we should take it as a good idea for the longer term and just sort out the thermometer.
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Post by mattsedgley on May 14, 2009 21:35:01 GMT
I was working on the fact that the thermometer cut through would only be used when there is a puddle at the bottom of the thermometer at the beginning of a days or a nights racing...
the usage of the track layouts at different times is obviously a point of discussion.
Do people feel a club meeting to discuss the changes to the track would be beneficial? perhaps there's something to be gained by kicking turf and chatting whilst we're all stood in the areas of proposed change??
Matt
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Post by yellowshark on May 14, 2009 22:26:49 GMT
There you have it Matt , Glen has solved it. You must have been going so so fast that that is where you ripped your chassis to bits ;D ;D ;D ;D
Impressed from Ibsley
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Post by Martin S on May 15, 2009 8:54:06 GMT
Here's another thought, What about having a gap a short way down the thermometer so that there is an alternative hairpin to use when the damp patch is a problem. A quick solution and virtually no cost.
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Post by Reuben on May 15, 2009 11:16:06 GMT
that would slow the cars down going across the top of the thermometer for sure, but may require as much work as doing the top of the thermometer as the uphill section is about 2-3cm higher and a gap that the current pipe sits in?
But definitely a great suggestion as its a very minimal change without creating a possible power track?
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Post by yellowshark on May 15, 2009 11:22:16 GMT
Here's another thought, What about having a gap a short way down the thermometer so that there is an alternative hairpin to use when the damp patch is a problem. A quick solution and virtually no cost. Good idea; could we have it pressure controlled so it automatically shortens when a cold front comes through and goes back to correct length once the presusure rises?. |
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Post by Martin S on May 15, 2009 13:42:58 GMT
Good idea; could we have it pressure controlled so it automatically shortens when a cold front comes through and goes back to correct length once the presusure rises?. I think you are getting confused with Thermometer and Barometer ;D |
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Post by Reuben on May 15, 2009 15:44:00 GMT
or something slightly more phallic?
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Post by yellowshark on May 15, 2009 17:04:38 GMT
or something slightly more phallic? ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D |
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Post by hedge on May 19, 2009 12:51:18 GMT
As someone who has only raced at Bashley on a few occasions, SLCC 08 and Reality Cup 08 I have to say when I first came and raced I was bowled over that such a great resource was so close to where I lived - my issue with not attending is I am committed to DMCRC and cant afford another day out in my week - I digress.
Talking to other - non member - racers there are 2 main changes people want
1) Widen the track
2) Longer track / straight
It's a tough call as to what you do and I really wish you luck in your descision. I will say this though, if your aim is to grow your numbers with these changes just remember you have a great track / location already.
Paul
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