TX Region SCCA Autocross #1 - Sunday, March 10, 2013 - Dallas Raceway - Crandall, TX

[brandondan1]

Second on this!

It wouldn't affect competition within tire class, it would just give us a better idea of where we might stack up in pax if we run RT classes at national events.

+3, We get the same PAX modifier of standard AS-HS classes (determined by cars using slicks) even though we're on street tires. Not that I care much about PAX, just an observation...unless I'm looking at it wrong? Also, Brad and Aaron have proven the genesis is too fast to be G-stock (good driving btw)

Great course, had a lot of fun today even with the gale force winds.

[BMcCann]

AFAIK, RT classes at the national level don't have the .975 added in. However, many regions are implementing it in their overall PAX results. I know for a fact that San Diego, Los Angeles, and other regions all over the place are using it.

And thanks for the compliment Brandon :)

[OZMDD]

He was complimenting the car, Brad, :)

The RT classes are only supplemental, so not technically a national class. If you read the writing on the wall, it is unlikely that there will ever be a jacket awarded based on pax. If that ever happens, Rick Ruth suddenly becomes a kingmaker, and too many people are opposed to that possibility. I think there is a better chance of seeing Stock classes go to a 180 or 200 TW rule, except maybe SS. Who knows.

As for comparing yourself nationally, here ya go:

[BMcCann]

Oh, I thought after last year's decent turnout it was made into an actual class. Oh well...

[ratt_finkel]

That was an interesting event. Glad we got 5 runs. And it was really cool to see so many novices at one event. Except for a few out-liers, it seemed like they all were quick right out of the gate. And I saw improvement on every run. Sounds like the school was a success too!

Challenging course, never felt like I did what I wanted to on it. Lots of high risk low-reward type stuff. Which I love! But it was not easy for me.

[jrj512]

Challenging course, never felt like I did what I wanted to on it. Lots of high risk low-reward type stuff. Which I love! But it was not easy for me.

I like how the begining 180 and 90 into the slalom worked out. It was hard to nail it. I ended up short-shifting into second while going around the pivot just after start in order to free myself up to deal solely with the 180.

[ratt_finkel]

I like how the begining 180 and 90 into the slalom worked out. It was hard to nail it. I ended up short-shifting into second while going around the pivot just after start in order to free myself up to deal solely with the 180.

Yeah, I was short shifting as well. Just no where to put power down.

[brandondan1]

I like how the begining 180 and 90 into the slalom worked out. It was hard to nail it. I ended up short-shifting into second while going around the pivot just after start in order to free myself up to deal solely with the 180.

That and turn 2 were my fav parts.

Also hope mrs Jan is ok, looked like at first she was autocrossing, but then got a charley horse. aintnobodygottimefadat!

Maybe low electrolytes/blood sugar? (from my non-assessent)

[jrj512]

That and turn 2 were my fav parts.

Also hope mrs Jan is ok, looked like at first she was autocrossing, but then got a charley horse. aintnobodygottimefadat!

Maybe low electrolytes/blood sugar? (from my non-assessent)

She's fine, thanks. I agree that it was probably low electrolytes that caused a cramp that caused her to twist her knee.

[mwortham]

I picked up two small coolers that were left in the paddock area. If you're missing a cooler, let me know. I can bring them to the next event.

Mark

[autoxmax]

**We are missing one of the SCCA Motorola radios from the event last Sunday.

If anyone might have an idea where the radio might be, please email me.

[yeaseth]

Fun event, Here's the Vid:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0r7n-...Ra6XJ759vLmjsg
If your on a smart phone Ill have a version uploaded to vimeo pretty soon that you can watch, Youtube is being annoying

[yeaseth]

and I'm missing a number 6 magnet, just to add to the lost and found list

[revs]

Fun event, Here's the Vid:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0r7n-...Ra6XJ759vLmjsg
If your on a smart phone Ill have a version uploaded to vimeo pretty soon that you can watch, Youtube is being annoying

Excellent video!

[autoxmax]

Ben Freedman has done a video from the 1st event. He's our "official Videographer".

Good stuff, Ben!!

[jrj512]

Great vid!

[BMcCann]

Nicely put together video! I'm glad you got footage of me doing the most difficult course lining ever. :)

[yeaseth]

Thanks!

[OZMDD]

That's really nice work, Ben! Thanks for putting in the time and effort on that. I really enjoyed your editing and selection. Hope to see more!

[sammm]

That's really nice work, Ben! Thanks for putting in the time and effort on that. I really enjoyed your editing and selection. Hope to see more!

+1.... great job!