Silverstone Grand Prix circuit 27th March 2017. Foggy start delayed access to the track but once we got out it was a dream to drive the GP circuit. The last time I was here was over 20 years ago and then only the national circuit (North). The day was split into three sessions of 20 minutes each hour. There were three clubs accommodated, led by the the MG club and including our glorious club and Lotus on Track. I believe the 20 minutes each hour was a good format and allowed time for the car to
As I prepare for next year's Sprints I thought I'd make a few mods; 1. Solenoid relay addition to kill the K-click. Easy to do and immediately effective. Fingers crossed this, with a battery conditioner connection built in and in use, should see starting confidence vastly improve. 2. Carbon Aero screen fitted. A bit of a pig as it wasn't an entirely accurate fit (Westermann screen with full scuttle strap). Had to cut out for the wiper spigots, for example and widen a few holes. Some well place w
I bought and built my first Caterham in 1995 but not had one for many years until this one. It's a Supersport 1.8 K-series with superlight suspension. Car is 1998 model but very well put together. Six-speed with LSD means it will be ready for my planned excursion into sprinting next year. In the meantime I have a few changes to make; I have ditched the full hood for a SB half hood. Some challenges fitting the side poppers but resolved when I replaced the ones on the bodywork too. Recently attend
