Getting into AutoX

[SGT4677]

Looks like the PCA ran today

http://www.bmwpugetsound.com/events/event/autocross-with-porsche-club-10/

You might consider this

http://www.bmwpugetsound.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=47246

The PCA also runs a winter skills day at bremerton thats open to BMWCCA members.Keep an eye out for the 2013 schedule. Its wet cold sloppy fun.
http://www.pnwr.org/default.asp

[Jaxx_]

I have a cheapie Scorpion EXO-400 that I run for autox. I got it on ebay for about 50 shipped.

[Nsquared97]

Don't worry about pulling too much out. Just make sure the car is clean, nothing can be lose inside. Things like the spare, factory jack, and floormats can come out at the event. Technically removing seats bumps you into a different class if they run SCCA rules, and your first time out that won't really matter.

Most clubs have loaner helmets you can borrow if you don't have your own, otherwise this is what I use:

http://www.soloperformance.com/HJC-CL-16-Full-Face-M2010-Helmet-_p_1558.html

Open face helmets are perfectly fine too if you are driving a car with a windsheild.

[Wschnitz]

Ok, is it worth it to pull out excess weight before hand? Spare tires, rear seats, etc?

I want to get my loser of a friends to go to, he is a miata guy, hopefully not gay, but he talks about ask this drifting he does that I don't really believe with a miatas 114HP lol.

Link Me to a helmet? That's the only thing I need.

I'll for sure ride with someone first.

[Jaxx_]

Sometimes your local club will have loaner helmets, too. You usually need at least a SNELL M helmet for autox if you bring your own.

Most clubs will willingly welcome newbies. Don't be afraid to ask questions, and get all unnecessary junk out of your car before you go.

Bring some painters tape to make numbers on the side of your car. I suggest you run in NOV class and get an instructor for the first time out. Once you feel comfortable on your own and you're not DNFing for obvious reasons, then go out on your own. Get some ride alongs and then keep your next few sundays free. :)

Have fun!

[cenotaph]

What about rules for verts? Do you have to have a cage even though you only hit like highway speed?

This can be club dependent. At least one of the PCA regions here in the NE requires either a hardtop or roll bar for convertibles. The registrar for whatever club you want to run with should be able to tell you about any restrictions. The SCCA doesn't require roll bars/cages, AFAIK. If the club running the event offers instructors, use them. Also, try and find some one experienced to walk the course with you, and give you some pointers.

[Nsquared97]

All I can say is welcome to the addiction haha. But the first thing I would recommend, ask lots of questions if you have them. Most people in the sport are very friendly and eager to help out someone new. Don't be afraid to ask to ride with some experienced, or have them ride with you, both are great learning tools. And most of all, have fun!

[bmwguy325is]

What about rules for verts? Do you have to have a cage even though you only hit like highway speed?

NO

You may also get an air gauge and compressor. Maybe some chalk to read tire roll.

[bowtie2bimmer]

What about rules for verts? Do you have to have a cage even though you only hit like highway speed?

[bmws50b30]

a few resources you check out. have fun. be safe.

http://autox4u.com/file/check.htm

http://www.autocross.com/autoc/started.htm

[FredK]

Ooh yeah. Definitely bring sun block. You'll be in the sun for a while, even if it is in Washington State and it's overcast, you can still get sunburned.

[Gary Horneck]

Car, helmet, some cash for entry fee, sun block, something for lunch, and you are set.

[FredK]

They might cost around $40.

You might get 6-8 runs, each lasting between 45 to 90 seconds depending on the size of the venue and the layout of the course.

No real dangers, just keep your eyes up. You'll need a helmet and a securely mounted battery, and tight wheel bearings.

[Wschnitz]

What do I need, average costs, dangers as a newb.

What do I need to know?