SCCA Solo Event #5 @ TMS July 13, 2008

[CosmosMpower]

So what was up with all the timing issues? A couple of times it looked like Mr. Adams head was going to explode!

It was a fun event and was good to see most of you!

I did see some yelling and screaming back and forth in the trailer, it was rather interesting. I drove mediocre and got a mediocre result, it was hot as hell but having an umbrella, cooler, camel pack and cold towel on the neck sure helped.

[Darron65]

I had a lot of fun. I felt pretty good about my driving... probably because I didn't look at the posted times.
It was good seeing everyone out there yesterday,

[Mark52]

So what was up with all the timing issues? A couple of times it looked like Mr. Adams head was going to explode!

It was a fun event and was good to see most of you!

I think Gerry T. was having trouble seeing either the finishing cars or his laptop screen, so he and Jimmy S. swapped positions. That caused some problems with the electronics, and a looong delay during the first heat. I guess the problems kept coming back during later heats, too. Phil looked none too pleased after that.

I enjoyed the course, but not the heat and humidity . I'm no longer Bus Lot Challenged!

[sammm]

[Kestrel]

Lots of fun seeing you guys again and taking the Cayman for a spin for the first time. The car "hooked up" better than I expected -- the surface wasn't as "slick" as I remember and the Micheln PS2's had more grip than I thought I'd get -- but geez my times were bad. It didn't feel like I left that much out on the course, but I suppose nearly 3 years of absence from the AX scene has really taken it's toll on my abilities...

I've been searching other SCCA sites to see if any 2.7 Caymans ("non S" version) are placing well in AS, and it doesn't appear so. The older Boxster S's (the newer Boxster S's have been moved to SS) and are doing well in class, but I don't see any base Caymans placing very high. In fact, I don't see many running in SCCA AX's at all.

I was kinda hoping to see that a well prepared Cayman, driven by a good driver, could be competitive in AS, but I don't think that's happening. Guess if I want to be "competitive" I'm going to have to stick with PCA events, where they have a different classing system. Otherwise, I'll just be coming out to other AX events "just for fun"...

Or joining altiain in track events instead of spending time working on my tan at AX events

[Darron65]

OMG! I got outpaxed by both Safety peeps this time.

[Robert]

Good event and the course was fun. The S was pushing like a dump truck I made some changes to the alignment and it helped the car alot but I had the sway bar to stiff. I should do better next time.

Kestrel, good seeing you again. A 2007 Cayman finished 16 out of 60 at nationals last year on kumhos (not the fastest tire IMO). Buy some r-comps and come play in A-Stock!

[altiain]

Or joining altiain in track events instead of spending time working on my tan at AX events

You know you want to. Just make sure to ask for me as your instructor, so that I can see if it's as good a car as it looks.

[CosmosMpower]

You know you want to. Just make sure to ask for me as your instructor, so that I can see if I can put it in a ditch.

Fixed

[autocrosspicturesnet]

Pics are posted, only got shots in the 1st heat:

http://www.autocrosspictures.net/SCCASolo071308/

[ken o]

Pixs from 1st heat only?

[miata_racer]

So I take it there were no chicks running in your class to beat you this time?

LOL J/K So you coming this weekend?

Whee! I had a lot of fun today. Mark52's car was a blast to drive.

Great course, great company. Timing problems cropped up here and there, but we were still all done by 3pm. Good to see everyone again today, especially Cheesecake!

[miata_racer]

There was one at nationals that ran good times, but the car REALLY has to make the best of its handling since it's down on acceleration. I ran an 01 Boxster for years before Pop's got an 01 S. The S is much faster but takes a different driving style. It's more necessary to be smooth and on the power more gradually, where as the non S you can go through turns a bit faster and it responds quicker. Problem the grip isn't increased enough to allow full throttle 30 feet sooner in every corner (which is what it needs to keep up with the S).

But having driven the Cayman S in an autocross I must say the chassis is beautiful :)

I think either one is a good choice.

Lots of fun seeing you guys again and taking the Cayman for a spin for the first time. The car "hooked up" better than I expected -- the surface wasn't as "slick" as I remember and the Micheln PS2's had more grip than I thought I'd get -- but geez my times were bad. It didn't feel like I left that much out on the course, but I suppose nearly 3 years of absence from the AX scene has really taken it's toll on my abilities...

I've been searching other SCCA sites to see if any 2.7 Caymans ("non S" version) are placing well in AS, and it doesn't appear so. The older Boxster S's (the newer Boxster S's have been moved to SS) and are doing well in class, but I don't see any base Caymans placing very high. In fact, I don't see many running in SCCA AX's at all.

I was kinda hoping to see that a well prepared Cayman, driven by a good driver, could be competitive in AS, but I don't think that's happening. Guess if I want to be "competitive" I'm going to have to stick with PCA events, where they have a different classing system. Otherwise, I'll just be coming out to other AX events "just for fun"...

Or joining altiain in track events instead of spending time working on my tan at AX events

[autocrosspicturesnet]

Pixs from 1st heat only?

I spent the 2nd heat trying to help Andy get the car working. After 2+ hours, I gave up and went home. It ain't like I'm getting paid to do this stuff.

[altiain]

So I take it there were no chicks running in your class to beat you this time?

LOL J/K So you coming this weekend?

Laugh it up, chuckles.

I'll be running the same car at the Texas Region Divisional, where I hope to reclaim my honor in CSP against Ms. Monica.

Won't be in Houston this weekend, I'm afraid. Y'all have fun!

[ratt_finkel]

Congrats to Jon for laying the smack down...on everyone!

[Mark52]

Congrats to Jon for laying the smack down...on everyone!

Jon musta been ANGRY!

[miata_racer]

Dude no doubt. Jerermy has shown him the way of the Spider Monkey Ninja....aka......clouching tigah hidden Forey!! LOL

Jon musta been ANGRY!

[Steve E]

I spent the 2nd heat trying to help Andy get the car working. After 2+ hours, I gave up and went home. It ain't like I'm getting paid to do this stuff.

Great sequence of Sharon's big tank slapper.... Another event, another new experience for her. The in-car was equally hilarious. Bleep, Bleep, this motor does have more power....

Thanks for all you do.
Steve E

[autoxmax]

Posted some photos from event #5:

http://www.pbase.com/autoxmax/tms_07_15_2008