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2 Mar 2004, 13:16 (Ref:891189)
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Help would be GREATLY appreciated
Hello to anyone reading this message.
Firstly can I explain that I am a complete novice to the world of motorsports. However, I am currently conducting an investigation into he forth comming 2004 UKFFC. Before you think "bl**y student..." , please read on as this investigation is integral to my graduation. Basically, I have to investigate the championship from the perspective of someone wanting to enter in the next available season, all hypotheticlly though I may add. At present I have been in touch with Barbara Armstron the co-ordinator of FF, and she has been extremely helpfull, getting me the 2004 tech regs, historical contexts etc etc What I am really having trouble with is some of the more hands on information that you can only really get from knowing the sport. Things along the lines of how many test days you have, how long they last, how you would go about getting everything set up....etc etc As you can probably appreciate, I need a first hand account of these thngs as it is not the sort of thing you can find out on the internet or in books. If there is any kind soul, who has a good background knowledge of this championship and is willing to answer a few questions when need be, it would be greatly greatly appreciated. I have only two months left to finish the investigation, and with only a very very small budget so I wouldnt be much of a bother... Thanks for taking the time to read my message. kind regards, Ian |
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2 Mar 2004, 15:19 (Ref:891313)
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Hi Ian,
I'm not an expert but I am a Marshal! You might have some success in contacting a FF championship coordinator. If I might point you in the direction of www.brsccnw.com have a look at the link to the Champion of Oulton pages. The NW coordinator is a chap called Ian Smith who might be able to answer some questions! Alternatively do a search of users on here and seek out Mike M. Send him a Private Message - he is a NWFF competitor and marshal. Hope this helps!! Mark |
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2 Mar 2004, 15:25 (Ref:891321)
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Why don't you approach a team or driver and go along to a test day with them to get a feel for what really goes on? You say you have a budget, so if you can pay your own expenses I'm sure they won't mind having you observing the proceedings...
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2 Mar 2004, 15:29 (Ref:891324)
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Ian, if you PM me your questions I will see what I can do to help
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2 Mar 2004, 15:32 (Ref:891327)
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Thanks very much observer.
I must say this site is an absolute blessing, I have had some really positive feedback via pm also. I wish I had found it earlier !! I have found some decent information on some earlier posts also, but obviously the more info i get the better. Any other suggestions or tips that you can give me no matter how small in detail will always be greatly appreciated. Regards, Ian |
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2 Mar 2004, 15:35 (Ref:891333)
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DOH! I always get things back to front! I should have checked first with you that it was OK to do so!! MARK |
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2 Mar 2004, 15:38 (Ref:891335)
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Mark, no problem!
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2 Mar 2004, 15:52 (Ref:891347)
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Ian, I've sent you a private message
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2 Mar 2004, 16:57 (Ref:891433)
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Having said that, the basic concepts are the same in the FF1600 world, just a lot cheaper, so if Ian wants a chat, my number is on the website. I suggest Ian takes himself along to his local circuit and 'mingles'. The National Calendar is on Barbara's website and all the club FF stuff can be found on brscc.co.uk Ian |
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2 Mar 2004, 17:08 (Ref:891448)
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I think it might be useful for you if you email me as if you are a real driver. Ask me for a quote and whats included etc then ask me questions about what it means when I reply.
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2 Mar 2004, 17:56 (Ref:891484)
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That's an excellent idea Mackmot! Well done, he will learn alot with that system.
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2 Mar 2004, 17:57 (Ref:891485)
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Alfonso did you get my email last week??
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2 Mar 2004, 18:06 (Ref:891492)
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A big thankyou
A big thank you to all who have helped with suggestions and offers of assistance. The response has been superb !!
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3 Mar 2004, 09:19 (Ref:892138)
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We've done the series in both scholarship and championship class - if you're still looking for input from a driver/dad perspective pm me.
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