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    After a year of thinking, I got a 01 SE about 2 weeks ago. Loving it so far, and just starting to think about what I want to do with it and to it. I decided to get a Miata after swtichng from a 98 Mustang Cobra 'vert about 3 years ago to a 07 MINI Cooper S I really enjoy. I made that switch so I could do a few autocrosses and track days, which I've done in the MINI. But I kept missing the open top.

    About me. My name is Phil, and I work for Abbott Labs. My training is in chemistry, but right now I work in lab automation. 40something years old. My other interests include kenpo karate, sim-racing on the PC, and doing sports with my twin boys.


    Here is my new toy

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    Welcome, have fun with your Miata.
    On the track, I am fearless.
    If you were as slow as me, you wouldn't be afraid either.

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    Nice BRG!.......Welcome.

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    Which sim on the PC are you racing on? iRacing? I've posted some stuff in the sims section of the site from a recent MX5 race in GT5.

    http://www.dfwmiata.com/threads/2354...497#post274497

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    Welcome, and congrats on the Miata. I hear Green is the new Black.

    I loved iRacing, but just didn't do it enough to justify the subscription fee. I use rFactor now... with the latest "RealFeel" plug-in it has closed the gap (well, not on the graphics, but the feedback is better), plus you can download local tracks to practice on.

    Hope to see you at an AutoX!
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    Welcome to Miatas and MME.
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    Good lookin' NB! Welcome aboard.

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    I did iRacing, but was not getting enough out of it to justify the sub + the track/car costs. I loved the Miatas in iRacing, but hated the public miata races. My buddies who still do iRacing tell me its gets better as you level up, but I bailed.

    I do mostly rfactor, and mostly with the guys at cmsracing.com This year I helped run the newbie series, and ran a few of the ALMS and historic series races. I'm also helping them get ready to host a 2.4hr race at Daytona RC using a Grand Am mod we put together.

    I also run sometimes with the guys at metroplexmini.org (look in the simracing section, its mainly a MINI board). One of the guys there (plickbadger) did the local tracks for rfactor (MSR-Cresson, TWS, Hallet, etc), as well as the rfactor Spec Miata mod. He tracks a Mini and a Miata. I used his MSR and MINI mods in prepping for my last trackday. They are some good drivers and good guys there as well.

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    Quote Originally Posted by onething View Post
    Welcome to Miatas and MME.
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    Added info...more to follow of course

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    Welcome, great looking car.
    Old car owner.
    Bobby

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    Congrats on the new ride. Welcome to the madness.
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    Welcome and have fun!

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    I might have to try this rfactor thing, sounds like fun. I have also heard good things about the upcoming Project:Cars.

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    Miatas in rFactor


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    Niiice.

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    Those are all humans, btw (you can see the locking of brakes and spins). The ai in rfactor is pretty bad, but the netcode is good. There are a ton of groups running any sort of racing you might be interested in.

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    Hey I know you! I've been considering iRacing, but now I'm going to look into rFactor. I used to play it, but sold my wheel. Maybe I'll see you at an event!

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    Here is a big event for rfactor people.

    5th Annual CMS 2.4 Hrs of Daytona

    Should have 25+drivers in two classes. The mod is very good, with both DPs and GTs.
    2001 BRG Miata SE and 2007 MINI Cooper S

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    Welcome! Nice NB. This pc stuff is new to me and sounds interesting. Have fun with modding up your car!
    '94 Miata "M Edition" - sold
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    Welcome!
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