tech days

[hepcatz]

Has anyone set up a tech day previously? How did it go? I attended one last night and really enjoyed it, especially using a lift. Would other members be interested in something like a tech day, even if low key?

[kyle.bowker]

It seems that the only events with somewhat decent attendance are the auto-x and T&T events. To be honest, track day, rally, group drive, go-kart and other events have had pretty dismal attendance in the past. Pete G hosted a pre-HPDE tech session last year or the year before that and 1 person showed up. Understandably, there has been little motivation to host more events like it. CDC doesn't own a vehicle lift and we have not made arrangements to rent a lift elsewhere. The single marque clubs have it a little easier there because the dealerships have a vested interest in supporting marque afficionados.

That being said, I encourage any and all members to volunteer to host events, even if they are informal like a BBQ/ tech day in someone's driveway or a pancake breakfast to watch F1. I met some of my best friends this way.

[hepcatz]

In another month I will be garage-less so I can't do a tech day at my house, however I might come up with something to see if folks would be interested in a non-event meet of some sort in NOVA. Maybe I'll contact some independant shops on a tech event idea? PBC?

[konkilr]

I wouldn't mind hosting a tech day. It would have to be at my brothers garage. I can show you that you dont need a lift. Most things can be done without. Most race shops dont have lifts anyway.

jake

[hepcatz]

Very true Jake! I've been using jack and stands for years. If you would like to set up a tech event, I'd be happy to help. Let me know & I can give you my contact info.

John

[NAautoxer]

i've set up a few tech days in the past at my work. sadly, my warehouse is so packed right now it really isn't an option. was fun though. biggest turn out was like 8 miatas. we did a top install that day, too.

[hepcatz]

Sounds cool! I've gone to the mscw ones & enjoyed them. In about 2 weeks things will mellow out for me & I'll spend some time to come up with a meet idea. If anyone has any suggestions or help let me know.

john n