I Took My R32 Mk2 Golf On My FIRST Track Day After Rebuilding It

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Жыл бұрын

My first ever track day is here. And the first for the VW Golf Mk2 with R32 engine swap too. We are at Snetterton 300 race circuit to push the car to its limit and for me to learn how to drive a car on track.
Before hand we do some track day prep, including changing brake pads to more track orientated EBC Yellowstuff ones, changing brake fluid so I don't boil the fluid and swap the power steering pump, so it doesn't sound like a fake supercharger! However, this didn't go as planned and it was a race against time to get the car sorted ready for imminent track action!
Not only have we rebuilt the R32 engine with limited mechanical knowledge, but with all the coolant problems we've had, and the new Volkswagen Golf VR6 radiator and Seat Ibiza 20vt fan shroud and custom pipework, will the car survive the track day, or will it throw one last surprise for us making us question whether I should track my R32.
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@Jimladvw Жыл бұрын

You did so well especially for your first day! The Golf sounds incredible!! A couple of things that might help you, from my experience. Firstly bin off the dash board cam and stick with the incar cam, you will learn so much about what you are doing, how you are positioning the car, steering inputs etc. Secondly (im not sure if it was you or Ben on the incar?) but always keep your hands at 10 to 2 (or wherever is comfy) you should never need to feed the wheel / move your hands from that position. (Hairpins will only ever need a full crossed arms turn) the benefit of keeping your hands in one spot is, you can accurately apply the same lock each time and also if the car gets out of shape and you have to add some oppo, you know exactly where the wheel is. If you move your hands on the wheel for a corner and the car steps out, you need to act fast to add some oppo, and you will have no clue if youve add 1/2 a turn a full turn of lock etc its very easy to over correct in this situation and end in a tank slapper… keep your hands firmly in 1 position… ill stop blabbing now 😄 Looking forward to some more track action!

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

Appreciate you watching and enjoying the video. I've watched a number of yours so to receive feedback from you with the experience you have is really valued. The GoPro was a funny one, it was primarily used simply for the hyperlapse heading to the track, then thought, hey, why not view things from another perspective too? But yeah, the in-car cam, viewing the wheel and the road ahead does give far more useful footage for me to look back on and see where I can improve. With regards to the hand positioning, I do have to make a conscious effort to keep them at the quarter-to position. I think it was Ben who lets the wheel feed through but he has a long standing wrist injury so is unable to grip the desired way. Even with that, he's still able to drive the wheels off the car! I tell you what though. It was so much fun and I was getting more confident as the session progressed. I'm itching to get back out! Where would you recommend as perhaps another good entry level track?

@Jimladvw Жыл бұрын

@@golfmk2 Absolutely! You could tell he wasnt handing around! Ive hardly done any track by you, but id recommend Anglesey if you want a trip out? Its a fantastic circuit, Cadwell is also one of my favourites! Failing those the Nurburgring is a must!! Looking forward to seeing more track footage! You will have to take me out for a passenger ride at Curborough if you are going this year 👍🏼

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

James Cope you know what, Anglesey is one that really floats my boat, but it's so far away from us it would be at least an overnight stop, so needs a bit of planning. Cadwell is a bit advanced for me, especially the twisty bit added to the fact it's very narrow. Bedford isn't far from us, neither is Brands, but Bedford's noise restrictions are crippling and Brands is very expensive. There's also Donnington, which is a couple of hours drive too, but again, quite a complex and unforgiving track!

@ABF16V Жыл бұрын

Talking to me about hand positioning? 😅 I broke my wrist and forearm years ago and have to set my hand positioning up in advance for certain corners as the movement you describe is not possible, reaching a limit before a normal person

@ABF16V Жыл бұрын

The dashboard cam does have one benefit... You can see that it's turned on and recording! It's probably why the footage was used I'll wager. The other camera seemed to have a mind of its own as to when and how long it would record lol

@shanegraves460 Жыл бұрын

Great video, Snetterton is a really fun circuit - good work! Onto the next trackday

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Yeah Snetterton was fantastic. I wanted to try somewhere that was perhaps forgiving enough for a novice driver and Snetterton came well recommended. We definitely want to do another, so where would you suggest as an equal or slight step up?

@xXaurajXx Жыл бұрын

My favourite video from your channel to date. Thoroughly enjoyed watching that ❤

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! It'll be your turn on track next. 😉

@markwagar8735 Жыл бұрын

really good video and im so pleased all our cars made it and live to fight another day.

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

It was a bit of a relief, I'll give it that! Was also great fun going out in yours too. Looking forward to seeing the improvements coming on yours too!

@Sammystirrup Жыл бұрын

This channel is just getting better and better!

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

That's really appreciated. Thank you very much. We are always striving to improve our content and willing to try different things. What would you like to see next?

@markbirch8082 11 ай бұрын

So great to watch loved the shots of the cars as well i haven't done any track time for years would love to come watch at some point we'll done guys.....

@golfmk2 11 ай бұрын

That's very kind of you, thank you for the glowing watch review. When we do a track day we'll of course invite you so you can attend in whatever capacity you wish.

@LRWmotorsport Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this.

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Means a lot from someone who spends so much of their time on track.

@drewwagar Жыл бұрын

Had fun chasing you round there. ;)

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

Your supercharged MX5 is surprisingly quick and very nimble through the corners. Was good to see you pushing the car hard to the point of having a little spin too! 😉

@richardfuller4295 Жыл бұрын

Great video - looks like a lot of fun 😁

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! It was so enjoyable. I thoroughly recommend anyone to give it a go. Chuck on a set of decent brake pads, fresh brake fluid and engine oil and have a blast. You learn so much about yours and the car's capabilities.

@rickydub6950 Жыл бұрын

Looked a cracking day out 😎

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

Oh it really was a great day, and I've really got the track day bug now. Goodbye any disposable income and family holidays! 😅 How you done a track day at all before?

@rickydub6950 Жыл бұрын

@@golfmk2 😁

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

@Ricky Dub does '😁' mean a yes? 😆

@rickydub6950 Жыл бұрын

@South East Mk2 Golfs ah, sorry didnt open the post full and replied on a drop down... no, i haven't 😔 had planned to look into it this year, i live not too far from knockhill and have driven it years ago but maybe next year... 😁 B-road blasts til then 😎

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

@Ricky Dub Ooo, I like Knockhill as a track when I watch motorsport on there. The final sharp right hander as you head up the hill certainly looks fun! It looks like it would suit more powerful cars though, is that the case?

@mk2gti4l83 Жыл бұрын

Hey man I got a question about the oil light mine keeps blinking I can’t figure it out

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

Hi. Does the oil light blink depending on conditions? For example, after a spirited drive, or when the engine is cold or hot? Also, any top end tapping sounds that you can hear?

@mk2gti4l83 Жыл бұрын

Well I did the engine swap 3.2 vr6 I’m assuming to use both of the oil pressure switch sensor one high one low but I’m not too sure

@ABF16V Жыл бұрын

Keep a Mk2 cluster happy by using Mk2 pressure switches.

@golfmk2 Жыл бұрын

As above, I have OEM Mk2 switches in place. Providing you're still running Mk2 clocks, this will save a big electrical headache.