PEP Racing Posted August 25, 2003 Share Posted August 25, 2003 Can I select a number to use on a regular basis for HPDE, or do I have to get one assigned each time I attend an event. It would be nice to buy some magnetic numbers and just toss them on at the track. Thanks, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver TT Posted August 28, 2003 Share Posted August 28, 2003 I was wondering this as well. Anyone know the answer? Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PEP Racing Posted August 28, 2003 Author Share Posted August 28, 2003 I just got my car number from the NCRC, 368. I'm hoping I can use this number for ALL HPDE type events with both clubs so I can buy some cool looking magnetic numbers. Where is the best place to get magnetics? Thanks, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raffaelli Posted August 29, 2003 Share Posted August 29, 2003 Do magnetic numbers stick on the car when at track speeds? I thought they were for autocross events. BUT =- - if they will stay, sign me up for a bunch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisallen76 Posted August 29, 2003 Share Posted August 29, 2003 Depends of the thickness of the magnets....I had some homemade magnets which I made from some magnetic vent covers which I purchased at home depot. They worked fine for autocrosses (up to 65-70mph), but when I went out on the track, they flew off at my very first event... I guess they couldn't take those 100mph+ speeds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LanceMach Posted August 29, 2003 Share Posted August 29, 2003 Magnetic numbers will stick much better if you tape the leading edge down (the main problem is air getting under that edge and lifting them off). Another alternative (that I've gone with, now that my magnetic numbers have my buddies tire tracks accross them!) is static cling vinyl. They are easy to put on and off (although not quite as easy as slapping a magnetic meatball on the side) and look great... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerkat Posted August 30, 2003 Share Posted August 30, 2003 I know that when I register for an HPDE that I summit three numbers that I wanted. Then it was first come. If no one who had register early than me wanting the same number then I would get my first choice. But you may not always get the same number. One person suggested that you pick three numbers that had the same numbers, that is 123 or 321 or 231, you get the idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver TT Posted September 2, 2003 Share Posted September 2, 2003 Where is a good place to buy the magnetic numbers? Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerkat Posted September 4, 2003 Share Posted September 4, 2003 I think that you have to go to a sign shop. I did find vinyal numbers at one of the track's shops at Summit Point. I use black duct tape on my white truck. I have seen others use different colors of tape depending on the color of theie car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeDougherty Posted September 11, 2003 Share Posted September 11, 2003 You can try http://www.edecals.com/ I haven't used them myself yet, but they seem to have reasonable prices and a good selection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKnight Posted September 11, 2003 Share Posted September 11, 2003 I know, there are a ton of Mike Doughertys out there, but I have to ask: Did you go to Millikan H.S.? Chances are slim, but you just never know. Jason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeDougherty Posted September 11, 2003 Share Posted September 11, 2003 Nope, JKnight, different Mike Dougherty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver TT Posted September 11, 2003 Share Posted September 11, 2003 I just gave edecals a try! I'll let you know how they turn out. Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp99gt Posted September 25, 2003 Share Posted September 25, 2003 Depends of the thickness of the magnets....I had some homemade magnets which I made from some magnetic vent covers which I purchased at home depot. They worked fine for autocrosses (up to 65-70mph), but when I went out on the track, they flew off at my very first event... I guess they couldn't take those 100mph+ speeds I think you need to evaluate where the numbers are placed if you are going to use magnetic numbers. I cut my own out of the vent cover material and have had them on the car at speeds of 120mph without any trouble. The key is to put them on an area of low aerodynamic pressure so there isn't much high speed airflow - ie, the boundary layer is thick there. That usually occurs by the back edge of the front doors, or in front of the rear wheels. Anywhere around the first 1/3 of the vehicle is too close to the front and will see more wind across the thickness of the material. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raffaelli Posted September 25, 2003 Share Posted September 25, 2003 Excellent tip, thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver TT Posted September 25, 2003 Share Posted September 25, 2003 I got a set of edecals oval magentics and they work great. I was only doing about 120 MPH but they stayed on fine and didn't appear to have moved at all. If you are worried, just put a tiny patch of tape on the front edge of the magnet and that should remove any chance of lift. Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRM Posted February 15, 2004 Share Posted February 15, 2004 i have a set of the flexible magnetic plates. i tape the leading edge down with black electrical tape for DEs. a budy of mine runs the same plates and doesn't tape them. they've never flown off for him, but i don't want to take any chances. silver S4 in pic... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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