Subaru's Thruxton problems are solved, says Turkington
Team BMR's Colin Turkington says he's confident the issues which sidelined the team at Thruxton have been solved heading into the fourth weekend of the season at Oulton Park.
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Warren Scott's squad withdrew from the last round when it discovered further issues with the fuel rail, which caused James Cole's dramatic fire at Donington Park.
The team has since completed a "rigorous" two day test at the Pembrey circuit in Wales, and double champion Turkington is optimistic heading into the weekend.
“We had a really productive two days down in Wales," Turkington said. "It was the first opportunity we’ve had to put in some proper test miles and I’m pleased that we made some good gains with the chassis and engine.
"The issues we had at Thruxton all appear to be sorted and the team have left no stone unturned to ensure that we take a good step forward.
"I can’t wait to get back in the car now and see where we fall into the pack. I’ve been working as hard as I can in my own preparation and have managed to get some extra racing miles in various other cars just to make sure I’m as sharp as possible.”
Assessing the challenge offered by Oulton Park, he added: "It is one of the ‘classic’ old school race tracks that has remained largely untouched over the years.
"There is a great mix of high speed sweeping bends and low speed chicanes and is definitely one of my favourites. I’ve always performed well there and its one of the more rear wheel drive friendly circuits.”
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