SCCA Autocross 5-15-05 - TMS infield road course

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05-08-2005, 09:39 PM
overboostvr4

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Originally Posted by altiain

Put some race tires on that Frankencar of yours

Done! Escta 700's... I gotta get the car dialed in with the tires, it drives like a totally different beast..

Yesterday's BMW event... My fastest raw time was 106.876 (+1) Gabby was on hoosiers... For reference, I ran a 92.0 raw time against gabby's 88.3(?) at the porsche club. I figure they are worth 4 seconds once I get the car dialed in again.

1m g 195 Hanchey 1997 BMW M3 M3 106.295 0.000 0.000
2m z 12 Johnson 2003 Mitsubishi VIII 106.433 0.138 0.138
3m f 5 Mujica 1997 BMW M3 Black 107.342 0.909 1.047
4m g 61 Yujuico 1998 BMW M3/4 107.439 0.097 1.144
5m y 90 Bedell 2000 Toyota 2 Silver 107.876 0.437 1.581
6m z 74 Garner 2005 Subaru WRX e 108.132 0.256 1.837
05-09-2005, 09:03 PM
Jiggerachi

I figured out why its not registering me. Stupid paypal is holding all my transaction for A WEEK before clearing them. Does paypal do this to anyone else?? Hopefully itll clear before registration closes...grrr :banghead:
05-09-2005, 09:22 PM
channelmaniac

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Originally Posted by Jiggerachi

I figured out why its not registering me. Stupid paypal is holding all my transaction for A WEEK before clearing them. Does paypal do this to anyone else?? Hopefully itll clear before registration closes...grrr :banghead:

If you have the money already in your PayPal account, no... If you have to do a transfer of funds from your checking account (paying by e-check) then yes...

RJ
05-09-2005, 10:47 PM
Jiggerachi

It has ever dont this untill recently though, maybee its a new procedure or something.

Thing is, I just paid for my shocks, $300, & it went through instantly, everything else is still pending from last week...wierd.
05-10-2005, 02:28 PM
Majik

So where is a good place to meet for breakfast? Any mcdonalds around that way?
05-10-2005, 03:00 PM
channelmaniac

Quote:

Originally Posted by Majik

So where is a good place to meet for breakfast? Any mcdonalds around that way?

There's a big gas station/McD's on 114 on the East side of I-35W.

RJ
05-10-2005, 03:38 PM
rx7gslse

Quote:

Originally Posted by channelmaniac

There's a big gas station/McD's on 114 on the East side of I-35W.

RJ

Yep, there's a Mcd's in the truck stop on the SE corner of I-35 and HWY 170 It's just south of the giant Cabella's they're building.. can't miss it..

It's about a few 100 yards from my house ;)
05-10-2005, 03:52 PM
channelmaniac

DOH! :drunken:
05-10-2005, 09:28 PM
OzCop

BTW, if anyone wants to come out Sat. evening after 4 and help set-up, or just hang out, you are welcome. I will be working for Texas Driving Experience till 4PM or so, and we should be off the track at that time according to TDE guy, Don Barnes. I am signing the contracts with Packenbush Wed. at 2PM, and make sure we will be allowed to set up Sat. evening...it's never been a problem in the past...
05-11-2005, 12:32 PM
Jiggerachi

Woohoo, paypal finally released their iron grip on all my transactions & they registered me. I guess ill be getting my ass kicked personally by TC this time, hehe.
05-13-2005, 12:31 AM
TheWhiteMR2

I really like competing in SM2.
The PAX index is certainly considerable, but you get to have some fun with car modifications. The PAX index doesn't really bother me, and I think most of the people in SM2 feel that they wouldn't be competitive in a Stock class anyway. Hell, some of the C Stock guys will often post faster raw times anyhow.
Unfortunately, there tends to be only a few people competing in SM2. In addition, I have yet to see a car competing locally that has been prepared anywhere near to the extent of what SM2 allows. Sometimes you get lucky, and can compete against an interesting variety of cars.
SM2 might appeal to someone who is more interested in raw times over indexed times. Or someone who wants to make the car as fast as possible, in spite of their driving ability.
I personally like to spend a little cash every now and then on some part that will theoretically make my MR2 a little bit faster without having to worry much about complying with CS or CSP regulations. I hope that one day my car will be prepared to an extent somewhat worthy of the class. Until then, I thought it would be best for me to get the most out of it as is.

Hope to see some of you guys on Sunday. It'll be my first time to do the road course.
05-13-2005, 07:40 AM
Jiggerachi

^Just try not to spin out...thats what im worrying about, having to vaccum all the dirt out of my car, while pulling to one side on the way home. Oh well, ill be jacking with my suspension & needing an alignment soon anyway.
05-13-2005, 07:50 AM
altiain

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Originally Posted by Jiggerachi

^Just try not to spin out...thats what im worrying about, having to vaccum all the dirt out of my car, while pulling to one side on the way home.

:cat:

You could always run with the top and windows up if you're afraid of getting the interior dirty... :razz:
05-13-2005, 08:15 AM
POS Racing

Hey I noticed Ataim is signed up for this event! He has been rather quite lately. :tongue:

What time are we meeting at the McD's??
05-13-2005, 08:27 AM
sammm

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Originally Posted by POS Racing

What time are we meeting at the McD's??

7:30? (We're all pre-registered and work assignments are already given.)
05-13-2005, 08:29 AM
rx7gslse

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheWhiteMR2

I really like competing in SM2.
The PAX index is certainly considerable, but you get to have some fun with car modifications. The PAX index doesn't really bother me, and I think most of the people in SM2 feel that they wouldn't be competitive in a Stock class anyway. Hell, some of the C Stock guys will often post faster raw times anyhow.
Unfortunately, there tends to be only a few people competing in SM2. In addition, I have yet to see a car competing locally that has been prepared anywhere near to the extent of what SM2 allows. Sometimes you get lucky, and can compete against an interesting variety of cars.
SM2 might appeal to someone who is more interested in raw times over indexed times. Or someone who wants to make the car as fast as possible, in spite of their driving ability.
I personally like to spend a little cash every now and then on some part that will theoretically make my MR2 a little bit faster without having to worry much about complying with CS or CSP regulations. I hope that one day my car will be prepared to an extent somewhat worthy of the class. Until then, I thought it would be best for me to get the most out of it as is.

Hope to see some of you guys on Sunday. It'll be my first time to do the road course.

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SM2 seem pretty cool... I ran with Mr Mr2 at the last event and we had a nice group back in the 3rd heat just hanging out comparing... None of us are remotely "compeditive" in the class, but who cares.. We're still havin fun, and I don't have to worry so much if the next thing I buys is "allowed" or not... It my car :)

I'll be out there Sunday as well.. The road course is a ton of fun... Just not quite as "friendly" as a big parkinglot if you make some seriously big mistakes...
05-13-2005, 08:30 AM
rx7gslse

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Originally Posted by sammm

7:30? (We're all pre-registered and work assignments are already given.)

yes, but will we still have to stand in a 45 minute line to find out what our assignment is??

I'll meet you guys at McD's... breakfast is good :D
05-13-2005, 08:38 AM
Jiggerachi

Quote:

Originally Posted by altiain

:cat:

You could always run with the top and windows up if you're afraid of getting the interior dirty... :razz:

Have you seen my seats man? :razz:

Ive never put it in the dirt at 40+ before, so I am a little worried about screwing something up, but oh well...
05-13-2005, 08:54 AM
rx7gslse

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggerachi

Have you seen my seats man? :razz:

Ive never put it in the dirt at 40+ before, so I am a little worried about screwing something up, but oh well...

Try doing it on big bend at MSR at closer to 60...

Yeah, it makes a BIG mess! TMS shouldn't be nearly as bad....
05-13-2005, 08:58 AM
tailchaser

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Originally Posted by Jiggerachi

Have you seen my seats man? :razz:

Ive never put it in the dirt at 40+ before, so I am a little worried about screwing something up, but oh well...

Step 1: Don't worry about screwing something up. You will do what you think.
Step 2: Don't look at anything but the course. You will go where you look.
Step 3: If everything goes to ****, push in the clutch and hit the brakes.

I had this discussion with a few people at one of the last events. After taking the Evolution Phase II course, I've concentrated on making all my "do this, don't do that" decisions while running the course in my head. When I'm driving, I try to have a mental picture of where I need to look, and my only job is to make sure I'm looking there while the car is in motion. Hands, feet (and a little pucker) do their jobs and generally put the car there.

I drove the course that put the Camaro in the Armco in my VW and a borrowed MSM after it was set up on Saturday. I never "saw" anything but asphalt and cones.

If the course is similar to the last ones, you'll only get in the weeds if you violate steps 1, 2 and 3 all at once. The cars in the dirt in the past have all gone in at full throttle. Never save spins in autocross. Straighten out drifts to your heart's content as long as you're still following step 2, but when you know you're going off course or coming all the way around, it's time to invoke step 3.
05-13-2005, 08:59 AM
tailchaser

Quote:

Originally Posted by rx7gslse

Try doing it on big bend at MSR at closer to 60...

Yeah, it makes a BIG mess! TMS shouldn't be nearly as bad....

60? What were you driving? Your Yugo?
05-13-2005, 09:59 AM
Dave04

Quote:

Originally Posted by altiain

:cat:

You could always run with the top and windows up if you're afraid of getting the interior dirty... :razz:

Don't forget to turn the AC on... it's going to be hot this weekend! :drive:
05-13-2005, 10:00 AM
overboostvr4

Quote:

Originally Posted by rx7gslse

Try doing it on big bend at MSR at closer to 60...

Yeah, it makes a BIG mess! TMS shouldn't be nearly as bad....

lol Try 90+ Dirt isn't a problem, just make sure you turn INTO your skid...
05-13-2005, 10:08 AM
Dave04

Quote:

Originally Posted by overboostvr4

lol Try 90+ Dirt isn't a problem, just make sure you turn INTO your skid...

You might soil your pants, but you'll live if you spin...

This is from my grass mowing expedition at MSR coming out of Tombstone/Boot Hill...

http://wickett.smugmug.com/photos/20430632-M.jpg
05-13-2005, 10:09 AM
rx7gslse

Quote:

Originally Posted by tailchaser

60? What were you driving? Your Yugo?

it was in the Rx7... I had slowed a bit before I hit dirt. I dunno how fast I was going really... But hey, I have it on video if anyone really cares!
05-13-2005, 10:12 AM
overboostvr4

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave04

You might soil your pants, but you'll live if you spin...

This is from my grass mowing expedition at MSR coming out of Tombstone/Boot Hill...

:) I mowed the grass out there and filled the radiator up with grass seeds. There isn't much that scares you in a car if you've ridden a bike for any amount of time. :-D

Which reminds me, I need to get back out to MSR soon. I'm curious to see how much time I shaved off with the R compounds.

I'm looking forward to TMS. I just hope my koni's are back from pro-parts today.

B
05-13-2005, 04:52 PM
OzCop

AC? Hell, I hope we don't have to use windshield wipers :!:

Course will be much the same as the past two. Unfortunately, there is not a whole lot you can do to a 40ft. wide piece of asphalt...gate here, off-set there, slalom a bit further, more off-sets, Chicago box....

I have it all drawn up, but knowing Pete, the safety guru, some of it will most likely change... Hey POS, try to keep him in check, would'ya? :razz:
05-13-2005, 08:44 PM
blackzx3_13

I was standing at the starting line when that camaro crashed at TMS. listen to the advice given by tailchaser and youll be fine. the guy in the camaro would have been fine if he would have let off the gas. I didnt see any brake lights, he kept his foot in it and went all the way around. If he would have lifted, no big deal, just a few cones. Dont worry about spinning off, just drive smart and youll be ok. besides ive gone 40 backwards into a ditch, its not so bad :tongue:
05-13-2005, 10:26 PM
Majik

I cant wait for the event, my v710s got here today!!!!! :cheers: :cheers: They really look like small f1 tires. SO COOL
05-13-2005, 10:32 PM
Treibenschnell

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Originally Posted by Majik

I cant wait for the event, my v710s got here today!!!!! :cheers: :cheers: They really look like small f1 tires. SO COOL

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05-13-2005, 10:55 PM
Majik

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Here they are. Brand new rubber!
05-13-2005, 10:57 PM
Treibenschnell

Das ist uber sexy!! :spiderma:
05-14-2005, 12:57 AM
rx7gslse

Quote:

Originally Posted by blackzx3_13

I was standing at the starting line when that camaro crashed at TMS.

not sure who you are, but you couldn't have been more than a few feet from me... I was standin' under the tent watching an thinking "what the hec is that guy doing.. Uhhh... This ain't gonna be good" WHAM!

It's ok though.. TMS is good.. The last event they had the 1st heat runing a bit of a "trecherous" offset gate at the finish... No one is out to make ya hurt yoru car...

Ok, just ignore me... I'm excited for Sunday!

(and a little drunk after this evening's adventures.. BTW, rain sux.)
05-14-2005, 08:48 AM
POS Racing

Just an FYI, got an SCCA e-mail this AM!

Quote:

Here is the Preliminary Run Order (**NOTE this is subject to change --
Check at registration**)
Also note that Ladies classes will run in the heat after the corresponding
open class.

Work Heat Run Heat
AM Works in heat 1 Runs in heat 3
AP Works in heat 4 Runs in heat 2
AS Works in heat 1 Runs in heat 3
ASP Works in heat 3 Runs in heat 1
BM Works in heat 1 Runs in heat 3
BP Works in heat 4 Runs in heat 2
BS Works in heat 4 Runs in heat 2
BSP Works in heat 3 Runs in heat 1
CM Works in heat 1 Runs in heat 3
CP Works in heat 4 Runs in heat 2
CS Works in heat 4 Runs in heat 2
CSP Works in heat 1 Runs in heat 3
DM Works in heat 1 Runs in heat 3
DP Works in heat 4 Runs in heat 2
DS Works in heat 3 Runs in heat 1
DSP Works in heat 2 Runs in heat 4
EM Works in heat 1 Runs in heat 3
EP Works in heat 4 Runs in heat 2
ES Works in heat 1 Runs in heat 3
ESP Works in heat 2 Runs in heat 4
F125 Works in heat 1 Runs in heat 3
FM Works in heat 1 Runs in heat 3
FP Works in heat 4 Runs in heat 2
FS Works in heat 4 Runs in heat 2
FSP Works in heat 4 Runs in heat 2
GS Works in heat 3 Runs in heat 1
GSL Works in heat 4 Runs in heat 2
HS Works in heat 1 Runs in heat 3
SM Works in heat 3 Runs in heat 1
SM2 Works in heat 2 Runs in heat 4
SS Works in heat 2 Runs in heat 4
STS Works in heat 3 Runs in heat 1
STS2 Works in heat 4 Runs in heat 2
STU Works in heat 1 Runs in heat 3
STX Works in heat 4 Runs in heat 2
T Works in heat 2 Runs in heat 4
05-14-2005, 10:14 AM
Majik

Ok just to make sure I am going to the right place we are meeting at 730 here?

Quote:

Yep, there's a Mcd's in the truck stop on the SE corner of I-35 and HWY 170 It's just south of the giant Cabella's they're building.. can't miss it..
05-14-2005, 10:34 AM
Treibenschnell

By the way, if anybody wants to use my 12x12 tent and loveseat, you're all more than welcome to... just meet me sometime today after 3pm!
05-14-2005, 10:43 AM
POS Racing

Quote:

Originally Posted by Majik

Ok just to make sure I am going to the right place we are meeting at 730 here?

I belive it is at exit number 65 on 35N headed out of Ft. Worth, it is in the truck stop.
05-15-2005, 05:48 PM
tailchaser

Cars went zoom-zoom. Miatas won lots of trophies. Someone punted the timing lights. I hit more cones on my first run that I've hit in the last 2 year's worth of SCCA events.

lugnutjon fired up the excuse generator (tires were funky). sammm spun the car and may need to borrow your vacuum cleaner. jolberry seems to have figured out this "Miata thing," having now trophied in a hotly contested Tire class, and is now subject to all the rights, priveleges and smack talk we offer. kestrel plugged dfwmiata.com over the PA. Twice. I fatally wounded a cone in the second slalom. That darn E stock Fiero still hasn't blown up.

There were computer problems, but they only affected the last 15-20 runs in each heat, and PA did a fantastic job of making sure they didn't slow things down.
05-15-2005, 05:59 PM
sammm

Miatae dominated Street Tire Class, taking the first 4 out of 5 trophies! Congrats to tailchaser for taking 1st, onething took 2nd, sammm took 3rd and jolberry took 4th (you left too soon!).

It was a fun, fast track with little or no room for error. (I did rotate the vehicle and had a corner worker scrambling) The cone-shaggers all got a workout today (myself included!)

The event ran smooth, we got 4 runs and were done before 4:30. Kudos to SCCA for getting it right this year! :thumrigh:
05-15-2005, 06:05 PM
Treibenschnell

Sounds like a good time was had by most!! :elephant:

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