TC Drivers Training PIR

Requirements for Students:

• Minimum 18 years of age with a valid state or provincial drivers license. License must be shown at Ground School registration.
• Approved helmet, Snell 1995 or newer.
• An attentive, safety first attitude.

Requirements for Cars:

• Sound Mechanical condition.
• Fluids filled - oil, water, transmission.
• Good belts, hoses and BRAKES.
• 3/32" minimum tire tread depth.
• Clean, inside and out, including engine compartment.
• All loose items removed. Spare tire, jack, battery secured.
• Open top and convertible cars must have a properly installed roll bar as a minimum. The top of the main hoop must be at least 2" above the driver's helmet when in a normal seated position.
• Headlights taped to prevent possible breakage.
• Two seats with working seat belts.

Ground School - Day or Evening Before:

• Location for Oct 10 school at PIR  TBA

Topics will include:

• Vehicle Dynamics - handling characteristics of cars.
• Car Control - brake, throttle, steering and shifting techniques.
• "Driving the Line" under ideal and adverse road conditions.
• Usage of flags and what they mean.
• Safety equipment and Conference race licensing procedures.

Track Day:

• October 10th : Portland International Raceway, West Delta Park, Portland, OR 7:30 AM
• Your day will include - technical inspection of your vehicle by your instructor, driver's meeting, car control exercises for first time students, comprehensive track tour, on track driving with instructor, and certificate of completion.
• SCHOOL WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE!!

Registration & Information:

• The price for the Driver Training is $195.00 per student.
• Price is per student - more than one student per car can enter.
• TC registrar: Lynn Coupland - 503-701-3547- coupla5@aol.com
• TC Driving Master: Peter Linssen - 503-706-4135 - peter@petesvshop.com