Official Thread: Gary Carlton Q&A

David Cole · Last edited by David Cole on Mon Aug 01, 2011 8:33 am, edited 1 time in total

With the latest article from the Factory Pilot: Gary Carlton - An American in Europe HERE, Gary would like to get more direct with those here back in the States that would like to know more about what goes on as a factory driver with Chiesa Corse and Zanardi/IAME.

If you publish your question here about things on and off the track, Gary will select the best questions and reply to them in a video blog in the near future. Thank you.
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Tom Barth · Posted: Tue Jun 07, 2011 4:44 pm Post subject:

Hi Gary,

How many technicians usually take care of chassis set up? One or more?

Thanks,

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Derek Hanson · Posted: Tue Jun 07, 2011 5:35 pm Post subject:

How many races do you do on a single chassis and when you switch, what's the reason for switching?

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Hey GFC! Are you faster with your zebra striped or leopard spotted underwear?

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jim rogero · Posted: Wed Jun 08, 2011 2:33 pm Post subject:

1) Is what you are doing living up to your expectations? If not, where is it short?

2) Are you having fun?

Bill Wright · Posted: Wed Jun 08, 2011 3:30 pm Post subject:

When you say you are a "factory driver" what does that mean?

Salary? Question

Living Expenses? Question

Hot live-in personal assistant? Laughing

Do you work at the factory during the week(s) between events?

What other requirements for "factory" status?

And if you are a paid shoe, who actually writes the checks?

I think many aspiring pro kart drivers would like to know the reality of the existence.
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Matt Koerner · Joined: 08 Apr 2011 Posts: 28

Gary,

1. What was the biggest single piece of advice that has helped you get to the point where you are today?

2. Is it still fun for you to go out and race? Or does the stress of being a factory driver make it hard to enjoy it. Or is there any stress?
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Troy Berry · Posted: Tue Jun 14, 2011 1:40 pm Post subject: Factory vs Family teams in Europe

Hi Gary,
Thanks for keeping us informed on Euro Karting and the life, I'm enjoying the post. My question is what is the Euro scene like when it comes to small family teams and small Kart shops. Everyone in the pictures there seems to be well outfitted with nice karts, helmets & uniforms. Are most of the teams independent, or do they have some support from local Kart shops. What are Euro Kart shops like, big factory supported operations or mom & pop shops? Just trying to get an idea of how the avarage Joe or race family operates in Europe. Thanks! Smile

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Randy Johnson · Posted: Tue Jun 14, 2011 3:57 pm Post subject:

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How would you compare the competition and driving styles you raced against in the U.S. versus those of the European drivers?