by the term "ricer", means import (nothing bad implied)
would a ford truck be accepted (for example)
so autoX is on a drag, street, or oval track?
AutoX is like a Grand Prix or road race course that is created with cones in a large parking lot or old airfield. A lot of fun and cheaper than actually going to a road course.Originally Posted by FstFrd00
Check out the calender and event threads and come join the next AutoX or track event, you'll have a helluva time!
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Typically, the term "ricer" is a derogatory term, used to describe people who modify import cars with wild abandon... and little taste or understanding of how to actually increase a vehicle's performance envelope.
By definition, a "ricer" is typically not one who races cars... unless you consider street racing a legitimate motor sport. I certainly don't.
Autocross is a grassroots motor sport. It is open to most vehicles, import and domestic, although some high CG vehicles like SUVs and pickup trucks will not be allowed due to the higher possibility of rollover accidents.
Autocrossing is a form of time trialing - it does not involve wheel-to-wheel racing. Instead, cars run the course one at a time, racing against the clock to get the fastest time. Courses are typically laid out in large parking lots (although we have an occasional event set up on local road courses as well), and are marked off by traffic cones.
Autocrossing focuses on car control skills - the ability to look ahead, read the course at speed, and balance your car on the limit through constant changes in direction and speed are what set good autocrossers apart. In addition, since an autocross course is typically a new layout every time, you don't get the benefit of running dozens of laps until you get it right - good autocrossers develop the ability to "read" a course very quickly, because you'll often only get 3 or 4 laps to beat the competition. SLow learners need not apply.
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Someone brings their lightning out to the SCCA events occasionaly. I would not recommend an 88 f150 as an autoXer however. Check out autocross.com for more info than you can stand.
Accepted as what?
As an example, I drive an Ford Expedition as my work Vehicle, I also have a Cadillac in my Collection, seems as if I have been accepted around these parts!
Now lets get back on track!
Someone brought out a little white ranger once as well.
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....and so good lookin', too :)Don't feel bad... When I head to Merv's place, I let my "girlfriend" tell me how to get there... She has such a sultry, sexy kinda voice.
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I've always wanted to take my motorhome on the banking at TWS......
Back on topic here - this one is done.
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