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JMR: Tony Rodriguez x MR2 Spyder x Thunderhill Raceway 5-Mile
Joe McGuigan

Joe McGuigan is an amateur racing driver with 66 recorded laps across 19 vehicles on LapMeta, averaging 3.5 laps per car. This balanced ratio suggests methodical track day participation where each platform receives meaningful attention while maintaining diversity enabling comparative understanding. Over three laps per vehicle allows progression beyond initial familiarization—first lap establishes basic characteristics, middle laps build confidence approaching limits, final laps reveal nuanced behaviors requiring extended exposure to discover.

His LapMeta data shows distributed testing with 15 laps at East 3 Mile w/ Bypass configuration, 11 laps at Current layout, and 10 laps at West circuit. The varied venue preference across three different configurations indicates systematic exploration methodology—testing vehicles across varying layouts to understand how platform characteristics respond to different circuit demands. This approach provides comprehensive education spanning both vehicle dynamics understanding and circuit-specific technique development. The 19-vehicle portfolio represents substantial automotive exposure providing comparative education across different engineering philosophies. With 66 laps across 19 vehicles at multiple configurations, Joe McGuigan demonstrates balanced approach valuing both comparative vehicle knowledge and diverse circuit experience supporting well-rounded track day participation and comprehensive performance driving education.

Location:
United States
Level:
Amateur
Joe McGuigan
Lap Date : 23 Feb, 2022
3min 10.617sec (-12.16s)
Outside Temp: 8 ° C
Thunderhill (5 Mile w/Double Bypass)
Toyota MR2 Spyder/ MR-S W30 2001 (JoeMcGuigan/RC1-R2)
Race
Tire: 100 RC-1 R2
Brake: Raybestos ST43
Tire Size: FRONT: 225/45/15, REAR: 245/40/15
Published on 03 Nov, 2024

Got the MR2 Spyder back out and running better than ever thanks to Tony. We did some bumpstop adjustments, rear pad swap to fix bias, and the secret sauce front bar. The car is basically identical in speed/handling to his silver car (RIP). Cannot wait to get back out with fresh tires.

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