Checklist for a newbie

[MongoozGT]

Hi everyone,

I am a newbie, and this is my first post.



I'm interested in getting started down the path of the darkside...road course racing. I have scoured the internet for information how to do this but I'm still having trouble nailing down exactly what I need to do. I'm getting confused between the requirements for PDX and TT. Maybe some of the members here can help me complete my checklist. I'll list what I know so far:

1. Valid Drivers License. Check
2. Join the SCCA. Check
3. Obtain TT novice form, PE form, & rulebook.Check
4. Obtain approved helmet (I'm looking at SA2010).
5. Register for PDX (2 day?) at TGPR April 13-14.
6. Show up.

I would like to become eligible to run the TT at Barber on 8/31, but I'm not clear on the correct path to take. Can I register for PDX AND get a sign off on my TT novice form in April? Are TT school and PDX two separate events? This is where I'm confused. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

-JW

[e30Racer]

In order to be able to drive in the TT at Barber you will need to attend the TT School at TGPR in April. There will not be a PDX at Barber. To help get you started, you'll need driver safety gear as well as car safety gear.

Driver: SA rated helmet, Nomex driver suit, Nomex underwear, Nomex gloves, Nomex socks, and Nomex shoes or leather shoes (must cover your ankle).

Car: 4 point roll bar, 5 point harness, driver side window net or arm-restraints, fire bottle, and the car must be tech inspected for a log book.

That should help you on your way and give you a good start.

[e30Racer]

Check out these links for more info....

http://www.sedivtt.com/2012/03/scca-time-trial-licensing-heres-how/

This link may not be exactly relevant to you but it still has good information...

http://www.sedivtt.com/2012/01/how-to-ready-your-solo-car-for-time-trial/#more-484

[MongoozGT]

Check out these links for more info....

http://www.sedivtt.com/2012/03/scca-time-trial-licensing-heres-how/

This link may not be exactly relevant to you but it still has good information...

http://www.sedivtt.com/2012/01/how-t...rial/#more-484

Actually, both of these links are exactly what I was looking for. It really cleared up the distinction between PDX and TT. My car, although not DD, is a street car and lacks ALL of the vehicle safety gear requirements for TT. I am not willing to install a 4pt bar, yet. Looks like PDX is the event I'm leaning towards. Thank you.

[farrout]

What kind of car do you have?