Oulton Park marshals trackday

Mike Kelly 1 · 21 Nov 2006, 17:15 (Ref:1771568)

I'd like to say a big, no - MASSIVE thank you to every one invilved in todays Oulton Park marshals trackday. Thank you to Mike Newton who took me round in the V8 Ford Falcon, Alan Newton (Ferrari 360 modena) and the drivers of the Maxda MX5, Triumph vitesse and the Marcos Mantara who gave me fast laps. Even with the afternoons rain you all gave it 100%. Thank you's also go to the other drivers who brought their cars down for us, the Oulton Park MSV staff and lastly, but not leastly to Jonathon Palmer who made this day happen.

One of the marshals must be mentioned. Ian Lewis was a passenger last year with Tommy Erdos in the Osprey when it broke down. Guesss who was in the Osprey first thing this morning when it broke down again? Yes, Ian. He then got in a Caterham which promptly went off at Lodge losing a mudguard. Undeterred, Ian then drove a Nissan Skyline and after a 360 spin at Foulstons then put it in the gravel at Druids!

wensleydale · 21 Nov 2006, 18:24 (Ref:1771623)

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Originally Posted by Mike Kelly 1

He then got in a Caterham which promptly went off at Lodge losing a mudguard.

Surely thats the correct line for a caterham

Dave Brand · 21 Nov 2006, 18:31 (Ref:1771625)

Another great day! That Falcon is awesome......we need more cars like that!

.....and Fazza managed to get a 'three for the price of two' deal!

Lord Summerisle · 21 Nov 2006, 19:02 (Ref:1771641)

Ditto from Me and Lady S -

And thanks to the Caterham boys who talked her into getting into the Roadsports car for a few quick laps at the end of the day in the pouring rain...

And to the MX5 guys who managed to give her 1 1/2 quick laps before Ian's little off put the flags out.. but put her mind at ease about being on track
plus the Chap who I nearly got a hot lap off in the Triumph, but they had just closed the track

And of course thanks to Mr. Palmer and all at MSV and BMMC who gave us the oppotunity for the day

ian_c_uk · 21 Nov 2006, 19:24 (Ref:1771664)

Massive thanks to MSV, the BMW needed a little tinkering throughout the day but survived. It seems it was the only car to survive a session with Mr Lewis in the passenger seat

First time in RWD on track meant the first session had the odd moment, but as the day progressed I managed to find a rhythm that didn't make the car suffer too much!

After the circuit closure at 3pm, we saw the clouds darkening and with the rain lashing down, decided to call it a day. The car had survived thus far and we figured a "last session" was tempting fate, especially in those conditions, so packed up and headed home.

Many thanks to those offering pax laps, I never got chance but all were patient and courteous on track.

So, cadwell then?

Hepatic · 21 Nov 2006, 19:27 (Ref:1771670)

All i can say is "WoW!"

This time i ensured i got most of the rides i wanted in the morning, as somehow it just had to rain during the afternoon. The Ferrari 360 was great - i don't think the smile on my face will go for a very long time. Had great fun in the Caterham, MX5 and of course Pitbull's 200sx and Fazza's MR2. Have to say going backwards thru Druids in to the gravel wasn't exactly how i thought an MR2 should be driven, but hell it was worth it to see the smile on the marshal's face as he rang it in to race control

Shame i didnt get to ride in the MG (think it was anyway) but i promise i'll do that one next time. So much fun i'm almost tempted to go to Brands for their day....almost!

Heres a few piccies i took during the day > http://www.flickr.com/gp/81995674@N00/4203sT

vw_nut · 21 Nov 2006, 19:31 (Ref:1771675)

had a great day in my bug and the mx5 i went in was awesome great driving oh andf huge thank you to the 924s which i had a great time following round a for a while amazing

SRPhoto · 21 Nov 2006, 19:43 (Ref:1771686)

I would also like to add my thanks to everyone, the participants for taking care of fellow drivers cars, the pro drivers and their cars (WOW!), the people at the circuit who ran the day and of course J.P.!

What a great day!

I should have the photos I took on line by tomorrow at:-
http://www.srphotography.co.uk/motor...y06/index.html

fazza · 21 Nov 2006, 22:11 (Ref:1771834)

Just like to add my thanks to all for agreat day.

Yes I did a 720 out of Cascades into lakeside but kept it on the black stuff. then latter after a bit more rain a 360 into the gravel at Druids.

Oh and please remind me next time I go out in a caterham in the wet to wear a full face helmet I well like my face has had a good rub down with wet n dry!!

PS Ian didn't break my car when I took him out.

chezza · 21 Nov 2006, 22:28 (Ref:1771850)

Erm...why does that MG appear to have been powdered?!

uncle tom · 21 Nov 2006, 22:41 (Ref:1771861)

It caught fire while our Mr Lewis was having a ride in it.I think he needs a new pseudonym how about Lewis the red flag I think he's earned it this year

jim69 · 21 Nov 2006, 22:43 (Ref:1771863)

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Originally Posted by chezza

Erm...why does that MG appear to have been powdered?!

The MG is actually an Osprey, and it fell under the jinx of Mr Lewis.

There was a fuel leak from the fast filler which caused a fire. I got the impression is was quite spectacular.

Apart from that we had a great day, the Falcon had only had a new gearbox since completing the Silverstone 24hr ran faultlesly all day, and brought a smile to all who had a ride in her.

chezza · 21 Nov 2006, 22:45 (Ref:1771866)

My appologies, looks like the MG Lola at quick glance.

Ah that explains the powder then.

JohnD · 21 Nov 2006, 22:52 (Ref:1771877)

As I have posted elsewhere, thaanks and three cheers for Dr.Palmer and MSV! Hip! Hip! Hooray!.
We in the Triumph garage had a great day, and thank you to Mike, Lord Summerisle and others who descended to our level when sated with the heights of Ospreys and Falcons. Sorry that we didn't get those laps, M'Lord. Another time, come earlier please for some real world racing laps!

That Ferrari was incredible - I was tiptoing around in the wet and he just blasted by (in a most courteous way, of course!)

John

Mark Smith · 22 Nov 2006, 00:50 (Ref:1771922)

I'd like to echo the sentiments given by everyone else. A massive thankyou to Jonathan Palmer, everyone on duty at Oulton Park, especially the poor marshals on post in the driving rain and wind. I had some fun in my cinquecento and in Simon Jacksons Nova which came to a premature end with a dropped valve. He was gutted that nobody else got a chance to go out in it. I also enjoyed the diesel panda experience, surprisingly quick for a little car! Unfortunately the weather beat me to a ride in the MX5, they keep coming back for more punishment! Thanks to everyone who brought hot lap cars, they were totally awesome! The track days go from strength to strength! I can't wait for the next one at snetterton.

Mark Smith · 22 Nov 2006, 00:57 (Ref:1771929)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hepatic

All i can say is "WoW!"

This time i ensured i got most of the rides i wanted in the morning, as somehow it just had to rain during the afternoon. The Ferrari 360 was great - i don't think the smile on my face will go for a very long time. Had great fun in the Caterham, MX5 and of course Pitbull's 200sx and Fazza's MR2. Have to say going backwards thru Druids in to the gravel wasn't exactly how i thought an MR2 should be driven, but hell it was worth it to see the smile on the marshal's face as he rang it in to race control

Shame i didnt get to ride in the MG (think it was anyway) but i promise i'll do that one next time. So much fun i'm almost tempted to go to Brands for their day....almost!

Heres a few piccies i took during the day > http://www.flickr.com/gp/81995674@N00/4203sT

The piccies are superb!

Paul Newns · 22 Nov 2006, 09:50 (Ref:1772102)

Like everyone else, I'd like to thank Jonathon Palmer and the Oulton Park team for the use of the track, and all of the drivers who brought their cars along for us to ride in. It was a brilliant day despite the rain. Role on next year!

MikeM · 22 Nov 2006, 12:19 (Ref:1772207)

What an excellent day - many thanks to all who were involved and arranged, from Jonathan Palmer to everyone else involved. I really enjoyed it all, the range of different cars was superb.

**Stephen Green** · 22 Nov 2006, 19:13 (Ref:1772496)

I'm glad the day went well and apart from Mr Lewis, there didn't seem to be too many problems. You will find JP's address on the other thread and I would urge you all to write expressing your thanks. By doing so it shows how much YOU value his great offers, and HE gets to see that the volunteer marshals appreciate what he is doing to help us.

vw_nut · 22 Nov 2006, 19:21 (Ref:1772503)

have di=one and got a reply yay

thereal_tdb · 22 Nov 2006, 20:48 (Ref:1772536)

Great pics hepatic!

Shame the osprey didn't last long, thanks ian for the winter work sorting it out! lol!

Am so glad you guys enjoyed the day! you deserve it!
We can't do our job without you, so it was great to see so many smiling faces.
Dave(xero boss and A40 pilot) has already said next year we will bring lots more cars for you to enjoy.

i'm sure i will see some of you at a track somewhere next year and of course oulton marshalls day in 07.

Adam

**Stephen Green** · 22 Nov 2006, 20:50 (Ref:1772538)

Don't forget there's a Snett day next month and Brands in January!

The BMMC are still in talks with MSV about another exciting offer so as they say "watch this space"

Mike Kelly 1 · 22 Nov 2006, 21:04 (Ref:1772548)

Steve, Thanks for all your hard work as well.

p.s. got any dirhams left over that you dont want?

**Stephen Green** · 22 Nov 2006, 21:05 (Ref:1772549)

Naaa, used them all at the airport this morning.

Mike Kelly 1 · 22 Nov 2006, 21:07 (Ref:1772551)

Damn, thats a blow to the Mike Kelly drinking fund!!!!

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