About this event
Join the BMWCCA - Golden Gate Chapter 2013 for a Pre-Season Test & Tune/Open Practice Day at Marina Airport.
PLEASE READ
- This event is NOT recommended for first timers because we won't have our full staff of instructors/coaches available. However, if you are new to autocross and are interested in attending, we (of course) will not turn anyone away. Contact us ahead of time to let us know you're new so we can get you going on the right foot.
- Staff will be on site around 7am to start course setup. Registration will open around 7:30am.
- All participants must be members of BMWCCA. You will have an opportunity to add a membership or renewal purchase to your registration before you check out. BMW ownership is not required to join BMWCCA. All are welcome!
- This is a self-tech event. You are required to ensure the safety of your own vehicle. Checklist items are included on the next page, and will be e-mailed to you a few days prior to the event. If you want someone to help you tech at the event, please ask at the trailer when you arrive.
- Helmets are required to participate in this event. Snell 2005 or 2010 certified helmets (M or SA) are now required for all GGC driving events. Check the sticker in your helmet and make sure it is valid. If this is your first event with GGC, or your helmet doesn't have one of our stickers, we will inspect and sticker your helmet at check-in. If your helmet is expired, we have a small number of loaners available at no charge to you.
- No onsite sign-ups will be accepted.
- Only licensed drivers age 16 and up are allowed to drive.
- All cars are welcome and unlike our driving schools, stock convertibles are accepted - roll cages are not required. We do not allow SUV/SAV vehicles to participate however. If you would like to participate and do not own a car, you may share a car with a friend.
- Please check your individual insurance policy for coverage details with regards to participating at this event.
Event Description
Join us for a Pre-Season Test & Tune/Open test and practice day at Marina. This is an open format event that will run from 8am until 5pm. No run groups or car classes will be assigned, just plenty of opportunity for tuning, practice, and of course fun driving!
We will offer two exercises:
1) Figure 8/Skidpad/Oval (multi-purpose exercise)
2) Mini autocross course (approximately 40s)
The Figure-8 is an excellent exercise to explore over and understeer, skid recovery, throttle and steering smoothness, trail braking, vision, and braking smoothness. It is not for practicing drifting or burn outs.
The mini-course will include various elements you can expect to see during a competition event. The timing equipment will be set up with the display at the finish so you can run the course and see if your tuning and driver tweaks are making you faster.
We will start set up around 0715am and expect to open the test areas by 9am. Any help setting up is always appreciated! Donuts will be provided to fuel the setup crew, so come early, lend a hand, and socialize with your fellow club members.
Upon arrival you will be required to check in at the trailer, sign the waivers, get your helmet checked, and get a wrist band. Only registered people will be allowed on site - no guests.
Participants are welcome to come and go throughout the day and run the exercises as much as you want. Even if you cannot tune your car's suspension, running the mini course is a great way to practice for our first competition event on Saturday April 20th, 2013.
Event requirements
Eligibility
Licensed drivers 16 years old or older are welcome to participate in our driving events. If you are under 18 years of age, or you bring someone who is, you must have prepared the below waiver IN ADVANCE and bring it with you to attend this event. The confirmation e-mail you receive will also include this link. If you plan on attending more events this season, there are instructions for filling out the form to cover all 2013 Autocross events.
IF YOU DO NOT BRING THE COMPLETED WAIVER OR FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE AND WE WILL BE FORCED TO SEND YOU HOME!
http://autox.ggcbmwcca.org/waiver.pdf
Alternatively, you may sign up for the BMWCCA as part as the checkout process on this registration. If you do not receive your membership card prior to the event you are signed up for, you must bring a print-out of your sign-up receipt with you to registration.
Payments
We offer deferred payment processing for registration fees. Your credit card will not be charged until after registration closes. If you wish to cancel, you must cancel online before registration closes to not be charged. Temporary (one time use) credit card numbers are declined by our deferred payment system, so please use a regular credit or debit card for payment.
Deferred payment for BMWCCA memberships purchased through this registration process IS NOT OFFERED. A charge to your credit card will go through prior to close of registration. Your membership is active once we forward your purchase information to National on your behalf. If you cancel your registration, no refund or credit will be given for your BMWCCA membership purchase.
Tech Inspection Checklist
Verify all of the following conditions are met before arriving at the event. Your vehicle will be required to pass an on-site tech inspection.
- Wheels are safely attached and exhibit no cracks. Wheel nuts/bolts are tightened to the manufacturer’s recommended torque value.
- All loose items are removed from the vehicle. If a video camera is employed, it is securely mounted. Remove floor mats if they are not secured to the floor.
- Tires show no cords, belts, or cracks in the tread or sidewall.
- Seat belts and/or harnesses are properly installed and in good condition.
- Brakes are in good working order, have no leaks under pressure, and have adequate fluid in the master cylinder.
- No fluid leaks (fuel, oil, coolant, power steering fluid, transmission and differential fluids, brake fluid) are present while the vehicle’s engine is running.
- Wheel bearings, steering mechanism, suspension, and shocks are in good operating condition.
- The exhaust is in good working order.
- Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for drivers. No open-toed shoes, sandals or “flip-flops” are allowed on course.
- Roll bars, if installed, are properly and securely mounted.
- Battery is securely mounted.