AE86 Update: The journey home after Round 1.

The AE86 made its Dover debut in April (2013) and as expected several areas of concern which all deserved attention were identified. We left the track motivated and determined to have a better showing at the next event – May.

AE is one resilient machine – it drives to and from the track!

The F1-type of pit stop is not yet a part of the budget. Race-tyres were switched for a set of street Maxxis at the tyre shop in Salem.

This is what Jamaica is known for – a member of AE’s crew – Marlon aka Cowfoot (grinning), matching dominoes with individuals who were complete strangers 5 minutes earlier!

Dressed in street tyres – AE ready for the trek to Kingston.

Almost there – one of the machines in the convoy had a minor problem.

AE chilling, reflecting on an eventful day.

We left the first event with nothing but optimism on the journey home. We were fully aware of the road we were on and we were more than committed to improving the machine. Next event was almost 2 months away – more than enough time to sharpen the circuit tool!

Cecil Munroe Gleaner On-Line Writer