Every year I stand at the start line and realise something. I’ve already had my fun.Not here (at the event).Not in the 60 seconds (hopefully less this year) ahead of me.Not in the six runs.Not in the final (if I qualify). My fun was in the year before this, leading up to the event.The late … Read more
On a roll with engine removal practice, i suddenly found myself removing the engine & gearbox from the stepnose. As per the OneTrackMind manifesto, the racecar gets best of whats available, which means gearbox, diff and brake Calipers from #rescuemod have to make their way into the widebody. Needless to say, we will use this … Read more
5Weeks Exactly 5 weeks since #classicfriday, @simola_hillclimb. A lot of time to reflect on the hangover from the intense buildup to the event and catch up on much needed sleep. And sleep I have. Anytime, anywhere, everywhere, like I’m being paid to sleep.Slowly, very slowly, as my energy levels restore, my appetite returns, appetite to … Read more
And just like that, @simola_hillclimb 2023 is all over and we start preparing for another year.I have to admit, the evidence is strong that being prepared is better than arriving a day late.Despite our best efforts being thwarted by self destructing tyres and broken pistons, we managed to pull off the perfect weekend with a … Read more
37 days to Simola Hillclimb2023. Snuck in a little shakedown of the #rescuemod.My first real drive in anger, to say overthinking levels were high would be an understatement.Reminded of my lap of the Nurburgring, driving a vehicle spiritedly on the road is nothing like exploring its limits on the relative safety of a racetrack, suddenly … Read more
@simola_hillclimb 2023 entry accepted, no better time to kick off preparations than a stunning Sunday morning blast to test out the freshly fitted wheel bearings. Next up 45mm weber carbs with appropriate camshafts, semi slicks and some decent track time.