TX Region SCCA Autocross #2 - Sunday, April 28, 2013 - Texas Motor Speedway Bus Lot

[wrx74]

Actaully I think I'm going to make this event!

I don't think "Stupid Autocross" counts as a protest.

[TexasStig]

Is STR full of procrastinators? 11 entries seems pretty light.

Actually I think I'm going to make this event!

Despite the POS threat, I'm considering joining the festivities.

[POS Racing]

Despite the POS threat, I'm considering joining the festivities.

I don't like your sas!!

So I'm going to run STR so I can keep an eye on you.....

[neirbot]

Ok guys, complete newbie here, so don't laugh. The registration list has assigned me #1 (that's funny actually) in STR class -- I assume this is the number that goes on the side of my car? Time to find my painter's tape.

Also - I hope nobody protests that I have the full length AEM CAI. I suppose it would make a difference if I was also bringing some driving talent.

[sammm]

Ok guys, complete newbie here, so don't laugh. The registration list has assigned me #1 (that's funny actually) in STR class -- I assume this is the number that goes on the side of my car? Time to find my painter's tape.

That's correct. Blue tape is fine (as long as it has some contrast to your paint color). You'll need STR 1 on both doors.

[OZMDD]

Sounds like you'd be better off in Novice class.

[POS Racing]

Sounds like you'd be better off in Novice class.

Yea Novice class is a great way to learn the ropes and get some extra guidance on playing autocross.

[neirbot]

Sounds like you'd be better off in Novice class.

Was wondering about that. Can someone run in novice regardless of their car's mods? I guess I was only looking through that lens when I registered.

Lots to learn here and looking forward to it.

[POS Racing]

Novice is not about the car it is about the driver.

Some good stuff here -> http://www.miata.net/sport/autox.html

[neirbot]

^ Thanks! That's very helpful. I'll have to make the registration adjustment when I get there.

Btw, I'm roadster-nh on miata.net in case we've conversed over there before.

[POS Racing]

...

Event 2 Proposed Run/Work
Run 1 / Work 3
XP, AS, ASP, BS, BSP, F125, FS, FSAE, SSP, SM, SS, STU, W, X

Run 2 / Work 1
AM, BM, BP, CM, CS, DM, DS, EM, EP, FP, FSP, GP, SMF, STF, T

Run 3 / Work 2
CP, CSP, DP, DSP, ES, ESP, FM, GS, HS, SSM, STC, STS, STX, STR

Heat reassignment may be necessary after registration closes for load balance. Above is preliminary order and can change on event day.

[Bigsrturbo]

I'll be there... I will be trying to haul ass I don't get off work till around 8-8:30am and I work down the street from TMS so hopefully I can make it... I did not get to sign up online they closed it already before I signed up... Damn..

[jrj512]

I'll be there... I will be trying to haul ass I don't get off work till around 8-8:30am and I work down the street from TMS so hopefully I can make it... I did not get to sign up online they closed it already before I signed up... Damn..

It's a good thing you have connections.

[Bigsrturbo]

It's a good thing you have connections.

This is true!!!!

[BMcCann]

Fun event, wish I had time to stick around for trophies. IMO, I thought the course was "good, not great" (check is in the mail Jerrett). I really enjoyed the first half but the second half was pretty tough.

I have a course design question. Is there any way we can use a different corner for grid? It always seems that we do big braking maneuvers in the SE corner of the lot that has the worst build-up of dirt. Could we possibly put grid way out on the other side of the lot? I understand that cars couldn't leave grid until everyone was done with the heat, but it could open up that current grid area for some new options (unless the grid area is a no-no zone full of bad asphalt)...

[autoxmax]

Results are posted for Event #2:

Final Results

http://texasscca.org/2013_solo_results/tr13_2_final.htm

PAX Results

http://texasscca.org/2013_solo_results/tr13_2_pax.htm

We appreciate your continued support of the 2013 Solo Series! Thanks for attending!
A BIG thanks to my2013 Solo Crew!! These folks make thisprogram a success!!
We’ll see ya at event #3 on May 19^th at Texas Motor Speedway!

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[Miatamoto]

I agree with BMcCann, the end of the course was tough. I agree with BMcCann, the end of the course was tough. Overall it was a fun course and lots of great competition in STR today. It's been a long time since I've been to an SCCA event so it was great to see some familiar faces.

My fastest run from today:


Meesh's fastest run:

[jrj512]

I noticed on the sharp 180 you can see the pivot cone in Miatamoto's video but not POS Racing's. Tight was key there.

[BMcCann]

My pax time was 41.013. *.975 street tire handicap = 39.987.

[POS Racing]

Thanks for letting me co-drive Miatamoto what an awesome car!

Fun event and decent course but the course needed more Fithian to be a great course!