[Malcolm]

Test day went well, no engine or gearbox problems. Doing better than last year already!

I haven't driven the car since last year so it was a bit of a refresher course to learn the new dash layout. The wiring loom seems to have grown since last year with many more warning lights and trip fuses. I hope the data logging system has grown as that would be useful to me.

When I drove I had to keep to a low rpm red line as the engine was brand new. This was quite tricky as the power band wanted to spin the engine just as I was getting to the red line. However the tell tale said I behaved.

Handling seemed a little off and this was tracked to a rear wheel suspension issue but sorted in 5 minutes. No idea what it was, they won't let me near the car with a spanner!

My second session was cancelled as the circuit was closed due to excessive rain causing standing water. As I left for real work, the circuit re-opened. I have been told all went well so we are now on to the next test session which is the track day mentioned in another thread on 21st August. Two GTD40s and Bjorns monster Viper will be there that day so anyone who wants to come and watch is most wlecome.

For those who follow GT and Britcar racing or do Gold Track track days, you may wish to spare a thought for Calum Lockie as he is in hospital with bust up legs. He got crushed by a car rolling off a transporter by being between it and the car it hit. Don't know how long he will be out of action for but lets hope he is back soon.