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Model specific boards => Golf mk5 => Topic started by: paulm007 on 23 June 2007, 12:01

Title: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: paulm007 on 23 June 2007, 12:01

Well I did it and survived!! :laugh:

Was very nervous about taking my 6 week old, just over 1100 miles on the clock ED30 on a track day but I thought whats the point in having a car like this and not exploring its potential.   :evil:

Weather was a small concern as thunderstorms were predicted but luckily we only had a few showers, most laps were in the dry (as my tyres will testify!! :sad:).  Got to the start line after a safety brief and was placed in group 1 (first on the track)

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Lots of diff motors around, inc a good few VW's

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Never saw these on the track though, but there was a guy in his 60's driving a Mk1 GTI (good work fella! :grin:)

Some of the competition on the day

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The RS4 was awesome, driven by some total nutcase and very very quick.
On to the track with my pride and joy  :laugh:

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ED30 leading the way!  :grin:

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Reigning in the competition!

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Speed detector was good for keeping an eye on the speed, didnt have time to look at my dials!!

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Had a really good day, lots of people commented on the GTI saying how quick it was, even one of the instructors in the schools WRX Scooby had trouble keeping up (his words, not mine  :evil:).  Imagine what it would be like if it was fully run in!

Alloys were black with brake dust at the end of the day and the right had tyres a tad melted :rolleyes: but other than that no problems at all.  Was averaging 16 - 17 mpg, grip was fantastic from the Continentals and I think I could have pushed even harder at times.

Had a really good time, would totally recommend it,  but do drive within your limits, as the instructors say at the beginning, you never run out of grip, power or brakes on the track, only talent! :smug:  See below



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Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: Dogbucket on 23 June 2007, 12:21

Nice one, good writeup.

So how much tread left on the tyres, or are they totally trashed?

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: paulm007 on 23 June 2007, 12:32

No mate, they arnt too bad actually, lots of tread on the rears, the fronts are ok. Great fun if a little scary at times :laugh:

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: TagnuT on 23 June 2007, 14:11

Nice one. Interesting to see the pics. :wink:
I do feel sorry for the poor bugger in the red VR6. Must have been the roof rack that unbalanced the aerodynamics.

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: Hurdy on 23 June 2007, 17:29

Nice to see a car being used for its true purpose :cool:

Looks like a great day out

I've heard people say that the GTI/ED30 is a tad poor in the brake fade department. Did you have any issues? :undecided:

Also how did you find the suspension on track?

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: paulm007 on 23 June 2007, 18:04

Quote from: Hurdy on 23 June 2007, 17:29

Nice to see a car being used for its true purpose :cool:

Looks like a great day out

I've heard people say that the GTI/ED30 is a tad poor in the brake fade department. Dis you have any issues? :undecided:

Also how did you find the suspension on track?

Brakes were fine Hurdy and the car felt rock solid through the bends, very little roll.  My mate (the passenger) commented on how much grip the car had. 

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: Hurdy on 23 June 2007, 20:58

Thanx for that :cool:

Perhaps I may not go for the brake and suspension mods afterall :undecided:

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: RedRobin on 24 June 2007, 10:42

Quote from: Hurdy on 23 June 2007, 20:58

Thanx for that :cool:

Perhaps I may not go for the brake and suspension mods afterall :undecided:

....If it's true that the Ed30 has exactly the same brakes and suspension as the GTI, then although the OEM setup and chassis is excellent, you will most definitely benefit on track from fitting beefier anti-roll bars and a big brake kit. The 4-pot AP Racing brakes will not fade and pedal response is much better than stock. They weigh two-thirds of OEM and you need only change the front set. A Mk5 GTI equipped with the same AP brakes has recently done a 24hr endurance race in Dubai with no brake problems. Used skillfully they could shave seconds off a lap time.

The trouble is that modding is a very slippery slope!  :smiley:

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b308/RedRobin_05/AP_Brake1.jpg)

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Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: Rhyso on 24 June 2007, 10:59

those brakes look superb  :cool: :cool: :drool: :drool: :drool:

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: paulm007 on 25 June 2007, 13:21

Anyone know where I can get some cheap Conti Sport 2's ?? :grin:

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: Hully on 25 June 2007, 18:55

Great pics, makes me feel like booking that holiday to the Nurburgring.  :wink:

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: paulm007 on 27 June 2007, 12:35

Do it, you know it makes sense!  :grin:

Have managed to find a few photos from the day Castle Combes site showing the other casualty of the day, hope he was insured!! :rolleyes:

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Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: Cass on 27 June 2007, 12:48

Ouch - bet you're pleased it didn't collect the front end of your car :shocked:

Cass

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: RedRobin on 27 June 2007, 13:23

Another Combe Casualty:

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Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: AlanD on 27 June 2007, 14:45

If someone span and hit my car or caused damage due to their incompetence the temptaion to decapitate them right there and then would be too much I think. You have to feel for the Escort.

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: Simonet on 27 June 2007, 16:56

I think.......it's a BELMONT of all cars??? I could be wrong!

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: paulm007 on 27 June 2007, 17:00

Yeah it was a Belmont and a tatty one at that (but it was quick!) :laugh:

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: god lovesa trya on 27 June 2007, 17:06

Nevermind ME ME ME RACING (on the windscreen)
more like ME ME ME LOOK OUT  :grin:

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: p3eps on 27 June 2007, 17:59

Quote from: paulm007 on 27 June 2007, 17:00

Yeah it was a Belmont and a tatty one at that (but it was quick!) :laugh:

It WAS a Belmont  :laugh:
I'm really inpressed with the bonnet scoop and the vents... I think I might see if I can get them for my GTI  :sick:

Title: Re: ED30 on the Track at Combe, with piccies
Post by: Simonet on 27 June 2007, 18:09

I love cars that are pants, but go like stink