Hallet recount

[rudedog]

First, does anyone know what time anything starts on Friday other than tech inspection. I've gotten e-mails from the ARk club until the last two weeks and zero. No replies lately, maybe very busy.
Errrrr, never mind on tis one. The schedule is posted at the AMC web site.

Next, what kind of dinner Saturday night and dress code? T-shirts?

[Sharpie]

Next, what kind of dinner Saturday night and dress code? T-shirts?

No dress code. Most people like to get in a quick shower, but you don't have to dress up at all.

[Sharpie]

Well my dad has convinced me to drive up Thursday night, I'll see you guys there on Friday!

[miataspeedracer]

For those of you (s) that are part of the 6 a.m. convoy, don't forget to bring your CB radio if you have one...

Breaker, 1-9...

[Titus]

For those of you (s) that are part of the 6 a.m. convoy, don't forget to bring your CB radio if you have one...

Breaker, 1-9...

Hehe... 4 1/2 hours of reminding Tim via radio to stop falling so far back.

[miataspeedracer]

I never said we would tell him what frequency...

[Treibenschnell]

I never said we would tell him what frequency...

Just make sure you keep changing it every now and then to keep him guessing...

[black roadster]

Unless there is another caravan leaving from Collin County, I guess I'll leave with the "Rooster Crew" at 6am. I'll hook up with them at 75 and 380.

What is the CB Channel we are using these days? Also, when are you going to switch to FRS? I have both either way.

[CraiginTX]

Hey BR -

If 2 cars count as a caravan, we're leaving Plano at 9:00. No roosters for me, thanks.
You'd make 3 if you want to sleep in a bit. Anyone else?

Oh, and we'll be FRS'ing it.

Craig

BTW - who's the keeper of the window decals? I'd like to get mine before we go. Show off the colors and all.

[miataspeedracer]

Hey BR -

If 2 cars count as a caravan, we're leaving Plano at 9:00. No roosters for me, thanks.
You'd make 3 if you want to sleep in a bit. Anyone else?

Oh, and we'll be FRS'ing it.

Craig

BTW - who's the keeper of the window decals? I'd like to get mine before we go. Show off the colors and all.

More sleep, better technology. Hmmm...
:)

[Tim the Teacher]

I have a map and somebody to read it so no worries...bwahahahahahahaha

Also CB's are for truckers and people stuck in the 70's .... I have a pair of FRS radios so I can loan one to someone if needed.

[Magma]

I have 3 FRS's they were cheap but seem to work ok....

[miataspeedracer]

10-4, good buddies.
If we can muster up enough FRSs for everyone, that would work, too...

For you rookies, here's a quick list of non-obvious items you might wanna bring:
• Duct tape to tape up your headlights and fog lights
• A second set of sunglasses. You'd be surprised how many styles won't fit under a helmet.
• Folding chair
• Spare car key!! Give it to a buddy for safekeeping.
• A couple of large trashbags. In case it rains, all of the stuff you remove from your car won't get soaked.

[Majik]

• Duct tape to tape up your headlights and fog lights

Painters tape wont leave a residue.

[scmx5driver]

More sleep, better technology. Hmmm...
:)

After my trip to the Gap with Gary using both FRS and CB, I can say CB is far better then FRS.
Also Channel 19 on the CB is better than any Radar detector, at least on the roads trucks travel on, less affective on the twisties.

But I have 2 brand new FRS radios that are three times more powerful than your average FRS if that's the way we want to go.

[scmx5driver]

I have a map and somebody to read it so no worries...bwahahahahahahaha

Also CB's are for truckers and people stuck in the 70's .... I have a pair of FRS radios so I can loan one to someone if needed.

TtT you'll be so far behind you'll be out of FRS range.

And I hope your map isn't on the LapTop.

[black roadster]

10-4, good buddies.
If we can muster up enough FRSs for everyone, that would work, too...

For you rookies, here's a quick list of non-obvious items you might wanna bring:
• Duct tape to tape up your headlights and fog lights
• A second set of sunglasses. You'd be surprised how many styles won't fit under a helmet.
• Folding chair
• Spare car key!! Give it to a buddy for safekeeping.
• A couple of large trashbags. In case it rains, all of the stuff you remove from your car won't get soaked.

Very good suggestions. While we are at it...

More suggestions for the newbies.

• Tire Pressure Gauge
• Portable Air Compressor
• Sunblock
• Umbrella or raincoat
• Key to any wheel locks
• Torque Wrench w/ 21mm socket
• Small cooler w/ snacks and drinks
• Remove your wheel centercaps
• Some motor oil (oil consumption can happen on new cars too!)

[miataspeedracer]

Hallett weather update:

• Friday will be sunny and 70s.
• Saturday has chance of showers and 60s.

Plan ahead...

[trackdog]

Track Dog will be located at the track under the third garage canope that we rented for the event. If there is room come pit by us if you like. Remember to go straight to the hotel first and get teched. I would then suggest going to the track and stake your claim. Seriously! You might leave a few cars there and ride back together or at least leave out and rope off a spot. Somebody needs to bring some rope and everyone needs to bring floding chairs. They will lock the gate up at night.

Here are a few other suggestions:

Add a 1/4 of a quart of oil before you go on the track.

Start with 31 PSI in the front and 29 in the rear; lower pressure will generate more heat sooner. It will most likely be cool up there.

If you have adjustable dampeners like the AGX try near full stiff (80%) in the front and soft (25%) in the rear.

If it rains and I hope it does not then leave the dampeners on full soft and stay off the race line. The race line is the most driven and will most likely be the slickest area due to oil and such.

Try to relax the hands and arms and feel the track. If you feel the back end coming out Don't let off the gas, the car will normally follow the front wheels and align its self.

By all means if someone is faster than you let them by! If possible try to follow and see there line, this is the best way to learn the track in short order.

Drive maybe 75% of your capability at first to learn the entrance and exits of the turns and then add more speed as you feel more comfortable. Most drivers try to keep up with the other drivers instead of learning on their own. Don't make this mistake!

And Don't look in your mirror as you enter into a turn to look at the guy behind you! If you do you will most likely run off the track! View only after to exit the turn.

Look forward to seeing everyone and be sure to bring warm close.

My cell if you need is 214-280-6172.

Gary

[miataspeedracer]

Anyone know what kind of high-octane fuel is available at the track? 93 octane, or the REAL good stuff?
No sense lugging along 2 gallons of toluene if they have 100+ octane for sale there...