West Coast (LA) RTTHs **April 2, 3, 4**

[Bill Howell]

I posted this on PT also, just trying to see how many would be interested in being involved in an event similar to what we do in Pigeon Forge, except this one would be on the West Coast.

OK, everyone has asked for one. After my trip out I think we have found a location to have one hell of an event.

Now is the time to step up and commit to being there if we can pull it off. No money needed but I do need to know if we are talking 10 guys or 100 cars. I am thinking sometime in late summer, probably August. If you can be there, participating to some degree, chime in to this thread. Please, chime in only if you can come, I don't need to hear that you would be there if you had a battery or something. We will have spectator areas too so all that is good, but I need a head count on who could come and spend $75 or $100 to make an event happen out here.

[TwinSting]

I am in Bill. Let me know when you have more details.

[CRCRFT78]

I'm in.

[Steve1968LS2]

Yea, we're going to see if we can make this happen. My management at the magazine seemed up to the idea.

El Toro would be a great spot. I picture a smaller "tight" autocross combined with a larger "fast" autocross. I've seen cars hit 90 mph at autocrosses there since there's so much room.

Here's an example of a 2.2 MILE autocross they do there... yea, 2.2 FREAKING MILES! lol

Maybe that will hush up the "35mph in a Walmart parking lot" crowd.. ;)

http://www.ocracecraft.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=23&Itemid=55

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4021/4224311076_c1ef539bb8_o.jpg

[James OLC]

I'm in.

El Toro is a great spot! It's big enough that last year when we took the Evolution school there were actually 3 different autocrosses set up and running at the same time. I'm sure it could be designed with a big course, a small course, and a very comfortable paddock.

[Steve1968LS2]

Here's an in-car deal of thier course...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSIa8g6fj2k&feature=player_embedded

PSIa8g6fj2k

[tazzz2_ca]

yea, we're going to see if we can make this happen. My management at the magazine seemed up to the idea.

El Toro would be a great spot. I picture a smaller "tight" autocross combined with a larger "fast" autocross. I've seen cars hit 90 mph at autocrosses there since there's so much room.

Here's an example of a 2.2 MILE autocross they do there... yea, 2.2 FREAKING MILES! lol

http://www.ocracecraft.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=23&Itemid=55

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4021/4224311076_c1ef539bb8_o.jpg

This is way cool Steve,,,,, I spoke with Bill last night and I'm in for sure with multiple cars bud ;-).....

Guess my White 73TA may end up being a west coast queen for a season LOL (man has Chris Gonzola's got some work ahead of him to put that car right LOL)

[Cris@JCG]

We will start wrenching on the 73TA as soon as it arrives @ the shop!! It will make a great West Coast car for you to have out here Albert.. We will make sure that we have it attending a few events, Goodguys Del Mar & Costa Mesa with West Coast RTTH!!

This is way cool Steve,,,,, I spoke with Bill last night and I'm in for sure with multiple cars bud ;-).....

Guess my White 73TA may end up being a west coast queen for a season LOL (man has Chris Gonzola's got some work ahead of him to but that car right LOL)

[Cris@JCG]

JCG Restoration & Customs is in with 2 cars!!

[JustinB]

El Toro would be great. As long as we are not on the road, count us in.

[DFRESH]

I'm in Bill

[Bill Howell]

If the track is available, I am looking at Sept. 3-5, Labor day is the 6th.

[Steve1968LS2]

If the track is available, I am looking at Sept. 3-5, Labor day is the 6th.

Holley is then.. also too close to RTTH.

Sometime in August. Most likely to be right with our Super Chevy vendor test deal we do each year (since they are here anyways).

[Vegas69]

I'm in Bill.

[ironworks]

I'm in.

Have you looked at any of the Road course tracks on the West Coast? Then you could do some drag racing, some road course and autocross. Just curious. I have been thinking we need a West coast event for a while.

[Steve1968LS2]

I'm in.

Have you looked at any of the Road course tracks on the West Coast? Then you could do some drag racing, some road course and autocross. Just curious. I have been thinking we need a West coast event for a while.

The problem is that they are all out in "ehh" areas.. Plus in August the weather at El Toro would be 100% better than either Buttonwillow or Willow Springs.

At El Toro we can have it all.. possibly even some sort of single car drag event or 0-100-0 deal.

And the location is NICE. Surrounded by good areas where you don't have to worry about leaving your car out overnight.

And a big enough autocross (like that video) is 95% as good as any road course.

[Blake Foster]

We will be there.

Hey what about the Seattle Area????

hahahha yea right.. i know

[ironworks]

I thought it was in Sept. Either way it sounds like tons of fun.

I just thought a West Coast Run Through the Hills would have some Hills to run through. Not slow motion races on the 405.....

[chr2002ca]

I'm in. :thumbsup:

[6D9]

Is this in Socal?? Sounds really cool for sure.

[clill]

Do Hot August Nights Reno then head up to Thunderhill for the track day. Great 3 mile track owned by SCCA..

http://www.thunderhill.com/

[96z28ss]

Portland Internation Raceway, is a road course, a drag strip and they have room for an Autocross. They have autocross events there but not sure if its usually clubs that hold them or if its the track. They also have a motorcross area.

[youthpastor]

I'm in for late summer- what are tech requirments- is a cage needed?-
Chris

[CRCRFT78]

I'm new to all of this, how do I go about making sure my car can participate in these events? What are the vehicle requirements to run an autox or a road course?

[GregWeld]

Bill --

Have battery charger -- will travel. Will work for laughs.

Charley said he'd loan me the $100 so I'm in for WATCHING or WORKING.


:lateral: :cheers: :woot:

[Bill Howell]

Update! We are working through some issues, mostly insurance for the event, it is extremely expensive, but we will get there. If all goes well, we will have not one, but TWO El Toro events this year. More soon, I promise.

As far as car goes, we will have a tech team to be sure the car has good linkage for throttle, good brake pedal, battery strapped down, nothing loose in car or trunk, all lug nuts, no floor mats, just standard stuff. Must wear helmet, must have at least a lap belt, even though I prefer a 5 point. This is Protouring, not race cars and I don't think most street cars are going to have a cage. I will be sure the track is slowed down so speeds will not be crazy. My thoughts are we build street cars we can race, not race cars with tags. I will also allow new camaros, mustangs, vettes to participate so if your pt car is not finished, get out that DD and come have fun.

[DFRESH]

Sounds awesome Bill---let us know how we can help--looking forward to this!!

Doug

[rogue]

I'm in, health allowing, even if I have to show up in a stretcher. From the ambulance to the drivers seat count me in...

[Stuart Adams]

Sounds fun Billyboy.

[Bill Howell]

OK, this is not a formal announcement guys, but.........



Mark the weekend of April 2-4 on your calendar and start saving your change, you will probably need about $125 that weekend.



Vendors reading this, mark your calendars also, we need your support. I will be sending out info to all those that have already inquired about a spot as soon as I have conformation back from the city.





If you have extra coins, you may want to save them for Labor Day weekend also.....:captain:

[Roadbuster]

Early April is possible for me but Labor day is out.

Bill could you PM or email me the rules for the event? I want to make sure my car meets tech. I think all it needs now is a battery strap vs. the factory tab.

Thanks!

Jon

[Bill Howell]

We will have the rules up soon. But if your car is streetable and will pass California inspections you will not have any issues here. Factory tie down is fine, you would be suprised at the people that simply place a battery in the hole and wire it up, no strap, tab or anything.

[GregWeld]

Sounds formal enough that it's in my calendar already!

Now if I can just find Charley and borrow the fee....

[clill]

Greg if I had your money I would burn mine.....

[Vegas69]

Exactly...........you rich fock.

[DFRESH]

Greg, if you are struggling, my place is only 5 minutes from the El Toro track, you can stay with us in one of the kids rooms---both of them have the jimmi arms and legs when they sleep though---:lol:

Sounds like we may have to have a BBQ party at my place if all of the boys are coming down for the event.

Doug

[GregWeld]

Charley -- You've got that 180 degrees out - like your distributor....

Todd -- I hear a customer calling... better get the phone.

Doug -- I have the jimmi leg thing - so I drink TONIC (sans the gin) every night and that cures it. Seriously. Thanks for the room offer - but I was planning on staying in Charley's multi-million dollar motorhome... Jody is bringing it down - not sure where Charley is staying.

A BBQ would be "the best" though! Now we're talkin'!

[DFRESH]

Guys, the registration for this event is on----just in case you didn't hear---

Doug

[GregWeld]

Guys, the registration for this event is on----just in case you didn't hear---

Doug


Okay --- Got a link... or a clue... or....?


I went to Muscle Rides and didn't find anything there...


Try to be a bit more 'on top of things' will ya! :rofl:

I'm riding shotgun with Todd... :rofl:

[Vegas69]

Bring a change of pants.

[Bill Howell]

OK guys, this has been a tough week to pull all this together so quickly but time was not on our side. I have set up a new website that will serve not only as a registration spot for all events I put on, but will also cover the other ones that I attend with pictures, and talk about those events.
Please click here www.octaneforyourbrain.com to register for the 1st annual El Toro event. The cost is $150. It will be April 2-4, 2010, so as you can see, the sooner you register the better. I am limiting the number of registrations to 65 cars, so please, if you want in, please register now. You will have a spot as you go thru the registration where you need to select which day (Friday or Saturday) that you want to run at El Toro. The first 30 that register on Friday will be locked in and the first 35 that register on Saturday will be locked in. Others will be moved to the opposite day, so register asap so you are guarenteed your choice of days. Spectators, volunteers and participates are welcomed both days, see you there.
We will also have a Vendor and Media Class running on Friday. Everyone will be invited for both days, but we can only get about 40 or so per day thru and be sure everyone gets to run. I will have a set of rules up soon. Also, we are trying to fill up the field with pre 80 cars first. Any one with a newer car will be allowed but if your car is newer than that, it will not be in the running for King of the Coast.
Besides the two days at El Toro, we will have a cruise on Sunday morning. Those details are now being finalized but look for a great time on Sunday also.
One other thing in this post before it gets too long.
Optima has stepped up and offered an invite for the winner to the prestigous Optima Ultimate Street Car Challenge after SEMA this year, so you have one more reason to sign up soon. Having been invited to this last year, I can tell you what a thrill it was to be there and run with some of the best cars in the industry.
The prefered payment method on the registration site is Paypal, however, if you have another way you rather pay, just comment in the right section and we will do whatever. However, until your payment is in my hand, you are not confirmed as a participant. I hate to do that but it is the only way I can be fair to everyone concerned.

Thanks for wading thru this long post, Yancy, Danny and myself look forward to being your hosts and bringing a little Southern Hospitality to LA.
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[Bill Howell]

Ridetech is the official sponsor of the El Toro Autocross. Bret and crew have been doing autocross events across the country with GoodGuys so no one does it better or has more experience, thanks guys for the support.



Baer Brakes has stepped up and is sponsoring the Baer Speed Stop Challenge. This will be their version of 0-60-0 but with a twist. Sorry, but I will not announce the twist until April 2. Every day the news gets better and more sponsors are calling and joining in on the fun.



Tomorrow I will let everyone know about two other MAJOR sponsor announcements, stay tuned.

[Bill Howell]

This is so exciting. Forgeline and GP SUPERSTORE have teamed up for one great door prize. For the price of entry fee, now everyone (except vendors) will be eligible for a FREE set of Forgelines. This is a HUGE door prize guys, one of the most expensive ones I have given away. This is worth the price to play even if you didn't come...haha

Thanks so much to both Forgeline-now the official wheel company of the event and to Frank for, as always supporting these events. Without great sponsors, we just couldn't do these events.


Stay tuned, more info coming tomorrow!

[mdprovee]

I signed up for Saturday...it will be my first time...lets see how I can screw up, and have fun doing it. Now to try and make some plans...

[Vegas69]

Sweet Mike....look forward to seeing the car and meeting you.:thumbsup:

[DFRESH]

I signed up for Saturday...it will be my first time...lets see how I can screw up, and have fun doing it. Now to try and make some plans...

I'm with you on that one Mike---will be my first official event as well, but it is sure to be fun.

Doug

[Flash68]

I signed up for Saturday...it will be my first time...lets see how I can screw up, and have fun doing it. Now to try and make some plans...

Mike, that's awesome! I would've loved to cruise down with you and equally screw things up as well as my car.

Dammit I'm getting sick not having a car to take to this event. :( You guys are gonna have a blast.

[Vegas69]

Come on down Flash, Doug will let you run his drag car. :D

[DFRESH]

Come on down Flash, Doug will let you run his drag car. :D

I'm not sure Dave had enough seat time with his D1R to assist him in managing the F3 ----that's blower speak for you N/A guys

Dave, you should come out for this----will be fun--we are going to have a get together at my place on one of the nights for a BBQ---you are invited.

Doug

[Flash68]

I'm not sure Dave had enough seat time with his D1R to assist him in managing the F3 ----that's blower speak for you N/A guys

Dave, you should come out for this----will be fun--we are going to have a get together at my place on one of the nights for a BBQ---you are invited.

Doug

Mine was actually a D1SC, but who's taking notes! :D That F3 is a bad ass. Who needs a belt when you have a cog? :unibrow: I wanna see both your cars Doug. But remember, my daily driver was/is actually quicker/faster than my Camaro. And it already nearly bores me with almost 700hp. That's what happens when you get used to it everyday.... let's talk wastegates and catalytic convertors! LOL

Yeah I think I'll put this on the calendar. It'll def help me get back into a muscle car even quicker!

[Vegas69]

Sweet man, racing will only be half the fun.

[Jr]

Sweet man, racing will only be half the fun.

Todd,
Did you sign up for fri or sat? I would really like to check your car out.

[DFRESH]

Mine was actually a D1SC, but who's taking notes! :D That F3 is a bad ass. Who needs a belt when you have a cog? :unibrow: I wanna see both your cars Doug. But remember, my daily driver was/is actually quicker/faster than my Camaro. And it already nearly bores me with almost 700hp. That's what happens when you get used to it everyday.... let's talk wastegates and catalytic convertors! LOL

Yeah I think I'll put this on the calendar. It'll def help me get back into a muscle car even quicker!

D1SC---that's right--I know you told me that--what's a letter or two amongst friends---

Listen, sign up for Sat and bring that 700hp beast---Bill said DD are good to go---you would certainly have a great time and we would all like you to attend---how many other chances are you going to get to do this?

[Vegas69]

Todd,
Did you sign up for fri or sat? I would really like to check your car out.

I'm signed up for Saturday. All kinds of great cars running that day. I'll be beating the piss out of my car. :thumbsup:

[Flash68]

D1SC---that's right--I know you told me that--what's a letter or two amongst friends---

Listen, sign up for Sat and bring that 700hp beast---Bill said DD are good to go---you would certainly have a great time and we would all like you to attend---how many other chances are you going to get to do this?

10psi, 20psi, ehh it's just a digit! :D

Lemme stew on that... that does sound fun but I'm just not sure I want to be THAT GUY in the Porsche at this event.

I believe what I read from Bill was something like bring your DD Vette, Caddie, Mustang, etc... didn't see no Eurotrash cars listed in there. :lol:

Depending on what the dates are, count me in at least for being a spectator. If it's late summer I am not 100% ruled out of having another muscle car by then.... if the stars align. :)

[GregWeld]

I went to buy a Porsche once - but my friends did an intervention....
:lol:

[clill]

Shoulda bought the Porsche...

[GregWeld]

Shoulda bought the Porsche...

YOU'RE right! I'm still kicking myself! Except the one I fell in love with was the Cayman S -- and they started calling it a "girlie car".... but I just love the looks of it.

Okay - Thread jack over... LOL

[mdprovee]

Sweet Mike....look forward to seeing the car and meeting you.:thumbsup:

Thanks Todd, equally looking forward to seeing yours, and hearing it.

[mdprovee]

I'm with you on that one Mike---will be my first official event as well, but it is sure to be fun.

Doug

Cool I wont be the only newbie around there, looking forward to meeting everyone.

PS Dave, would be cool to see you too...

[Flash68]

Shoulda bought the Porsche...

Nice car Charley. The 993 has really grown on me.

YOU'RE right! I'm still kicking myself! Except the one I fell in love with was the Cayman S -- and they started calling it a "girlie car".... but I just love the looks of it.

Okay - Thread jack over... LOL

They did you right not letting you buy that pathetic little car. That barely a step up from the boxster. :lol: Ok no more P-car talk.

Cool I wont be the only newbie around there, looking forward to meeting everyone.

PS Dave, would be cool to see you too...

Mike I hope I can join ya'all in the fun.

[clill]

You guys didn't even comment on what is in the front seat of my Porsche.

[Roger M]

You guys didn't even comment on what is in the front seat of my Porsche.

Mini trail 50?....

:lol:

[GregWeld]

Charley -- You forget this is LATERAL G -- not the buzz buzz wee wee site?

LOL

BTW -- I'd LOVE to actually see you riding one of those!

Dave -- Yes you're right about barely above the Boxster... and it isn't very powerful either - but the shape is just so nice... But as my buddies all chided me - "if you're going to drive a Porsche - get a REAL Porsche" - in the end I had to agree, and bought an M5... but that's another story.

Returning the thread to WC RTTH... :_paranoid

[Bill Howell]

This event has been changed to a one day instead of two day event at El Toro. All cars will run on Saturday now. If you have registered for Friday and can not attend on Saturday, I will be more than happy to refund your money. If you are on the fence about attending, register now, or you may miss out. Only about 10 spots left.

[Steve1968LS2]

This event has been changed to a one day instead of two day event at El Toro. All cars will run on Saturday now. If you have registered for Friday and can not attend on Saturday, I will be more than happy to refund your money. If you are on the fence about attending, register now, or you may miss out. Only about 10 spots left.

What?

:(

[gearheadgarage]

We have a '67 Barracuda headed down to join Mike P. at the event. Martz rear chassis, Alter-k-Tion front end, 408 ci small block.

I hear there are only 10 spots left....looks like my conv't is selling this week- maybe in time to score the new one & lock in a spot? :unibrow:

[mdprovee]

Yeah come join the fun Jason...if yours is sold, then just take one of the cars in the shop for a "test drive".

[chr2002ca]

Hi Bill. I noticed the website 'www.octaneforyourbrain.com' is no longer available. Has registration closed for Saturday? If registration is still open, how can I register? I'm not able to trailer my car in(I'll have to drive it from San Diego) so I can't run it as hard(or as fast) as some of the other guys here, but I'd still like to participate and contribute to the event.

Thanks!

[chr2002ca]

The registration website was back online this evening so I was able to register for Saturday. I look forward to participating and seeing all the truly great rides out there. Hopefully the car will hold up and I don't have to push it back to San Diego. :lol:

[Steve1968LS2]

The registration website was back online this evening so I was able to register for Saturday. I look forward to participating and seeing all the truly great rides out there. Hopefully the car will hold up and I don't have to push it back to San Diego. :lol:

It will hold up just fine.. if not I have AAA premium tow service (that is if I don't need it!) lol

See ya out there... oh yea, guess I need an engine first... :_paranoid

[chr2002ca]

Thanks Steve, I appreciate that. I look forward to finally seeing Bad Penny stretch its legs in person. I have only been able to see it run 2 small Goodguys autocross events where it barely had a chance to get out of 1st gear. Of course, I've watched all the online videos too, but in person will be so much better. The same goes for a lot of the other cars that will be attending also. I'm stoked to be able to attend. :thumbsup:

[rogue]

OK guys, this has been a tough week to pull all this together so quickly but time was not on our side. I have set up a new website that will serve not only as a registration spot for all events I put on, but will also cover the other ones that I attend with pictures, and talk about those events.
Please click here www.octaneforyourbrain.com to register for the 1st annual El Toro event. The cost is $150. It will be April 2-4, 2010, so as you can see, the sooner you register the better. I am limiting the number of registrations to 65 cars, so please, if you want in, please register now. You will have a spot as you go thru the registration where you need to select which day (Friday or Saturday) that you want to run at El Toro. The first 30 that register on Friday will be locked in and the first 35 that register on Saturday will be locked in. Others will be moved to the opposite day, so register asap so you are guarenteed your choice of days. Spectators, volunteers and participates are welcomed both days, see you there.
We will also have a Vendor and Media Class running on Friday. Everyone will be invited for both days, but we can only get about 40 or so per day thru and be sure everyone gets to run. I will have a set of rules up soon. Also, we are trying to fill up the field with pre 80 cars first. Any one with a newer car will be allowed but if your car is newer than that, it will not be in the running for King of the Coast.
Besides the two days at El Toro, we will have a cruise on Sunday morning. Those details are now being finalized but look for a great time on Sunday also.
One other thing in this post before it gets too long.
Optima has stepped up and offered an invite for the winner to the prestigous Optima Ultimate Street Car Challenge after SEMA this year, so you have one more reason to sign up soon. Having been invited to this last year, I can tell you what a thrill it was to be there and run with some of the best cars in the industry.
The prefered payment method on the registration site is Paypal, however, if you have another way you rather pay, just comment in the right section and we will do whatever. However, until your payment is in my hand, you are not confirmed as a participant. I hate to do that but it is the only way I can be fair to everyone concerned.

Thanks for wading thru this long post, Yancy, Danny and myself look forward to being your hosts and bringing a little Southern Hospitality to LA.
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I am seeing no way to register for the event through the website unless its all done through paypal?

Is the site down?

[DFRESH]

Dane, you can PayPal Bill Howell direct----Go to the RTTH thread on PT board--I think he just posted this info yesterday---

[GregWeld]

I'm still trying to figure out what the "official" hotel is... anyone know??

It's okay if you know and don't want to tell ME... I understand... :rofl:

[mdprovee]

And here you go Greg,


http://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=65262

[rogue]

I am due for surgery on the 24th (having a pain pump installed) but will do my best to make it to the event and meet all of you and run the car as hard as I can.

If I can't make it due to complications from the implant etc, I'll let Bill know so a spot can free up.

Ambitious I know, but I don't feel ANY pain when I'm on the track. Adrenaline is a natural painkiller.

[DFRESH]

I am due for surgery on the 24th (having a pain pump installed) but will do my best to make it to the event and meet all of you and run the car as hard as I can.

If I can't make it due to complications from the implant etc, I'll let Bill know so a spot can free up.

Ambitious I know, but I don't feel ANY pain when I'm on the track. Adrenaline is a natural painkiller.

Hey, I am really stoked you are going to make it. Have been looking forward to seeing you run your car in person so this is great!

Doug

[Vegas69]

I bet he's planning to wash and wax that baby first. :rofl:

[GregWeld]

And here you go Greg,


http://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=65262


Got it --- thanks so much. Of course - 20 minutes after I posted this Bill sent me an email with the info... so I'm all set. See you guys there!

I'm only coming down so I can wash and wax Danes (Rogue) Camaro. Bringing down some gold paint I took off a tweeker... to fix those rock chips. :unibrow:

[DFRESH]

I bet he's planning to wash and wax that baby first. :rofl:

LOL---

[rogue]

I'm only coming down so I can wash and wax Danes (Rogue) Camaro. Bringing down some gold paint I took off a tweeker... to fix those rock chips. :unibrow:

No wax! It hasn't been washed since big willow! :lol:

Dust adds 50hp.

[rogue]

I bet he's planning to wash and wax that baby first. :rofl:

careful I'll sneak a maguires sticker on your bumper and a "i rarely drive my own car" on steves. :willy:

Can't wait to meet you all, regardless of the shape I'm in from the surgery.

[DFRESH]

careful I'll sneak a maguires sticker on your bumper and a "i rarely drive my own car" on steves. :willy:

Can't wait to meet you all, regardless of the shape I'm in from the surgery.


Looking forward to that also bro---we will wheel you around if we have too--but I'm glad you are making it down for the event.

Doug

[Bill Howell]

We have tee shirts for this event too. We will be ordering shirts on Monday so if you want one, prices below, let me know here so I can be sure and order enough.
Pricing is as follows
white tee-$20
Colored tee-$22
White long sleeve tee-$28
Colored Sweat-$30
The attachments are front and back views.
We can ship if you are not going to show for about $4 per shirt.

The event itself as far as racing is full, thanks to those coming. We are having a carshow for the carshow crowd also, so if you want to participate in it, simply sign up here. www.octaneforyourbrain.com
I look forward to seeing everyone there.

[Bill Howell]

Got it --- thanks so much. Of course - 20 minutes after I posted this Bill sent me an email with the info... so I'm all set. See you guys there!

I'm only coming down so I can wash and wax Danes (Rogue) Camaro. Bringing down some gold paint I took off a tweeker... to fix those rock chips. :unibrow:


Glad you found the room Greg, I need all the free help I can get....haha

[Rotnralph]

Besides the two days at El Toro, we will have a cruise on Sunday morning. Those details are now being finalized but look for a great time on Sunday also.
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Details for the Cruise Route as follows:

Wanting to take advantage of that rare time of year when the surrounding hills are actually green instead of brown (hoping that still to be true by beginning of April), we wanted to incorporate something scenic and somewhat fun to drive (not a lot of options in the midst of the ever sprawling concrete jungle!) so have opted for a short 80 mile jaunt through South Orange County's Cleveland National Forest and the 2 lane roads of Ortega Highway.

The route as planned starts mostly with surface streets from El Toro to Hwy 74 (5 freeway south to the East Ortega Hwy exit can also be used if a shorter/quicker option if desired). We then cross over the mountain and drop down into Lake Elsinore, where the route then runs parallel to the 15 freeway north along Temescal Canyon Road. Eventually we're forced to engange the 15 freeway north and the eventual termination of the journey at the Spectre Performance offices and shop (Note; again, a more direct 15 Freeway option is available starting in Lake Elsinore for those that just love the Southern California freeway experience......... less stop lights, less twisty roads......... can't promise that's it's less traffic though). As for traffic........ seems it's always busy on the weekends in So Cal, so wouldn't expect that Easter day would be any different, all we can hope is that being early enough in the day (beleive the plan is to leave El Toro area around 10AM?.......... will post better timeline details as they develop) that a 2 1/2 to 3 hour tour is do-able.

Route Map Attached.

For those with trailers, it's about a 45 minute to 1 hour drive (traffic permitting) taking the more direct I5 freeway route ( 5 freeway north to the 57 north, 57 merges with the 60 east, exit Vinyard offramp..... you can contact me directly.... [email protected] for better details or they will also be available both Saturday and Sunday AM). For those that are flying out and haven't already made arrangements, we're approximately 5 minutes from the Ontario airport and would be happy to provide transportation if needed. For those on the West Coast staying for other events, your welcome to park your rig with ours in our enclosed yard that now offers video survellence (sometimes you learn the hard way).

Food, drink and plenty of parking. Looking forward to seeing everyone and anyone that can make it.

[mdprovee]

Is there an address or something of where the race is at so I can mapquest it?

[James OLC]

Is there an address or something of where the race is at so I can mapquest it?

El Toro McAs, Irvine, Orange, California 92618 - works good for google maps

[rogue]

Guys I gotta bow out. I just found out I won't be released from the hospital until the 26th. So that'd give me a little less than 2 weeks recovery before hitting the track. Its just cutting it too close. I'm getting a pain pump implant, so its a bit more complicated than just 'recovery' as well. I may respond poor to the implant, the meds etc, and the last place I want to be is on a racetrack adjusting to those meds...

The tire wear rating thing was a bit of a surprise as well. :(

If I'm feeling up to attending the event I will try to make it down, meet you all and shake some hands. But I think pushing my car to its limits with a new pain med implants just pushing the limit.

I need to focus on getting myself sorted, not my car for once.

Good luck everyone! I hope Bill can find someone to replace me.

[DFRESH]

To bad Dane--will miss having you and the car there. Hopefully you can still make it out to the event and get a chance to just hang out and relax. Blessings to you for the surgery and the recovery period--the kids and I will pray for a succesful surgery and a speedy recovery for you at bedtime this evening!

Doug

[GregWeld]

...... and I was really looking forward to waxing it for him too!
:D


Doug - Better pray for Todd too while you're at it!:faint:

[DFRESH]

...... and I was really looking forward to waxing it for him too!
:D


Doug - Better pray for Todd too while you're at it!:faint:

Yeah, I know--did you see he called my cars stance/suspension settings "Jabroni"? I looked up the definition---"Poser, someone who can't walk the talk". LOL---We be findin out in less than two weeks I guess--If the car doesn't work, I'm going to have to call it by this new Todd endorsed name. Maybe I will just enter it in the car show.

Doug

[Mike Norris]

Hey All,

Looks like I am making the trip out west to do some tuning on a couple cars for the event. I have not been to the LA area since about 1986, so it should be fun.

See ya all out there.

Mike Norris

[mdprovee]

El Toro McAs, Irvine, Orange, California 92618 - works good for google maps

Thanks James, worked out perfect.

[Ron in SoCal]

Guys I gotta bow out. I just found out I won't be released from the hospital until the 26th. So that'd give me a little less than 2 weeks recovery before hitting the track. Its just cutting it too close. I'm getting a pain pump implant, so its a bit more complicated than just 'recovery' as well. I may respond poor to the implant, the meds etc, and the last place I want to be is on a racetrack adjusting to those meds...

The tire wear rating thing was a bit of a surprise as well. :(

If I'm feeling up to attending the event I will try to make it down, meet you all and shake some hands. But I think pushing my car to its limits with a new pain med implants just pushing the limit.

I need to focus on getting myself sorted, not my car for once.

Good luck everyone! I hope Bill can find someone to replace me.

Hey Dane -- I'm heading down on Sat from the SFV area. I think were close if you want/need a ride? My car's still in fab, so I'm a spectator too...

Ron

[Rotnralph]

Seems we have some interest out there in getting together for a quick Friday night Karting event as a prelude to Saturdays competition, so wanted to add a post here to see who's game..........

Looks like it will be Dromo1 in Orange, off the 57 Fwy. Current plan is to book it by this Friday based on commitments posted here, so add your name to the list and let me know if you want to attend.

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8:00PM start time

Address:
1431 North Main Street
Orange, CA 92867-3403
(714) 744-4779

www.dromo1.com

Here's what we're going to go with:

semi-private/group events (we would not be closed to the public) for a minimum of 8 drivers (this event guarantees private races, based on multiples of 8-10 drivers, so it works for 8-10, or 16-20 and so on). Must be booked in advance – 1-6 days ahead:

$60 per person:
12 Lap Practice
14 Lap Qualifying
16 Lap Final Race
Trophies

As I get additional info, I'll post it here..... in the meantime if you have any questions, please email me ( [email protected] )

Thanks

Mike.

[Jimi-FM3]

Jimi "Slim" Day and "Iron" Mike Kepler - we're in!

[GregWeld]

Mike --

That would be a hoot! I'm in -- and figure on Ned and Bob (I'm bringing them down with me) so that's THREE of "us".

[Rotnralph]

Mike --

That would be a hoot! I'm in -- and figure on Ned and Bob (I'm bringing them down with me) so that's THREE of "us".

Karting Update........

8:00PM Time confirmed and booked.... ideal arrival time is 7:30 to 7:45 for registration. If your on the fence or won't know until it's closer, showing up at the last minute's not a problem. The folks at Dromo1 are very accommodating and willing to tweak on the fly so we can all run together.

Current list:

1) Gaetano Cosentino
2) Jimi Day & Mike Kepler
3) Mike Norris
4) Mary Pozzi
5) Jon Rasmussen
6) Matt Briggs
7) Dan W. & Stew
8) Mike & Brandy Morrow
9) Amir Rosenbaum
10) Greg Weld, Ned and Bob
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15)

[Mike Norris]

Hey Mike,

I mentioned this on the other board, but I will most likely have to bow out of the karting after ER surgery last night to remove a pesky appenix. Still making the trip though at this point, so see y'all out there.

Mike Norris

[Roadbuster]

Hey Mike,

I mentioned this on the other board, but I will most likely have to bow out of the karting after ER surgery last night to remove a pesky appenix. Still making the trip though at this point, so see y'all out there.

Mike Norris

Yikes! Better now near your own doctor and family than in the middle of a trip! And you are still making it! :hail:

Jon

[rogue]

I've withdrawn my entry because of surgery and boy am I glad I did.

I've been laying down fulltime for 5 days straight in level 10 pain. Anything vertical or even sitting on the toilet causes my spinal fluid to drain out of my skull and into my cavity, which causes a massive ****ing headache within 5-15 seconds of trying to stand up or sit up. It has SUCKED.

Hands down the gnarliest thing I've experienced and I would never wish this amount of pain on anyone. Tonights the first time i'm showing signs of improvement (able to situp kinda to use laptop). I hope it continues tomorrow. Insanely bored and I'd like to get back to work.

I definitely have a week or maybe 2-3 even of recovery, so I'm glad I have two RC models to build to build. A Austin Mini racing kit thats FWD and an R34 AWD kit from tamiya. LOVED bulding these when I was little. Great projects while I recover.I even have the metallic black paint for the mini kit, gold for the wheels and chrome etc.

Someone take my spot at this event!

[rogue]

...... and I was really looking forward to waxing it for him too!
:D


Doug - Better pray for Todd too while you're at it!:faint:

An open invitation to detail it any day of the week! I'll even get your car dirty by driving it for you :rofl:

[rogue]

Hey Dane -- I'm heading down on Sat from the SFV area. I think were close if you want/need a ride? My car's still in fab, so I'm a spectator too...

Ron

Man I really do appreciate the offer. Unfortunately I'm still bed ridden, stuck horizontal. Anything vertical gives me bad headaches. Can't even ride in a car.

I really do appreciate the invite.

[rogue]

To bad Dane--will miss having you and the car there. Hopefully you can still make it out to the event and get a chance to just hang out and relax. Blessings to you for the surgery and the recovery period--the kids and I will pray for a succesful surgery and a speedy recovery for you at bedtime this evening!

Doug

Thanks for sending the positive energy I'm hoping to be able to sit tomorrow of tuesday so I can focus on building a few RC models.

I never really thought about how invasive the surgery was until the recovery period. Oh boy... Spinal work is scary.:lol:

[Ron in SoCal]

Man I really do appreciate the offer. Unfortunately I'm still bed ridden, stuck horizontal. Anything vertical gives me bad headaches. Can't even ride in a car.

I really do appreciate the invite.

No prob Dane. Feel better, get healed up and we'll see you at one of these events soon! Del Mar is coming up and Costa Mesa after that (I think)...

Ron

[Rotnralph]

Hey Mike,

I mentioned this on the other board, but I will most likely have to bow out of the karting after ER surgery last night to remove a pesky appenix. Still making the trip though at this point, so see y'all out there.

Mike Norris

Not a problem Mike, noted it on the updated list. Take care and get better.

Dane, same goes for you...... sounds like some pretty serious stuff. Better to recoup and come back stronger to battle another day!

Here’s the updated list for Friday night Karting

1/2) Jimi Day & Mike Kepler
3) Mary Pozzi
4) Jon Rasmussen
5) Matt Briggs
6/7) Dan W. & Stew
8/9) Mike & Brandy Morrow
10) Amir Rosenbaum
11/12/13) Greg Weld, Ned and Bob
14) Greg Tholen
15) CurtiSS 69
16) Frank Serafine
17) Bill Howell
18) Brian Finch
19) YancyJohns
20) Albert from Toronto
21) Matt from Anvil Auto
22) 406 Q-Ship (tentative)
23/24) Cdog & Cousin (tentative)

And here’s the list so far for the Sunday Cruise:

1. Bill Howell
2. tazzz25906112
3. DFRESH
4. chucks73 +1
5/6. Dave and Mary Pozzi
7. 406 Q-ship
8. 796spdbu
9. 69sponge
10/11. CDMBil +1
12. rsk68
13. roadbuster
14. Jimi Day
15. Mike Kepler
16. Joey_H
17/18. rrunner68+1

Mike @ Spectre

[Bill Howell]

Thanks so much to everyone that came out to El Toro yesterday, both participants and volunteers. As I said at the event, the volunteers are the most important part of the event. Everyone be sure and label Mr. Weld as CONE MAN! He certainly earned that title yesterday.....haha
Safe travel Greg, we will talk to you soon.

Congrats to Brian Finch as the overall winner of the event, now King of the Coast! and to all the other winners.

Our new contingency program is in full swing now, three participants will be getting money by just showing up, registering and running BFG KDWs yesterday....SWEET!

OK, out of here, headed to the cruise!

[buickfunnycar.com]

Congrats Brian...:thumbsup:

[Mike69Cam]

Bill,

That was a great event. My girlfriend and I showed up as spectators...my first one...a blast! Can't wait to enter my '69 Camaro (whenever the heck it get finished?) in an event. You put on a very well organized event.

Happy Easter and have fun on the cruise!

See you guys at he GG events on the West Coast.

Mike Cavanah
mike69cam

[radrambler]

GUYS

WHATS THE HOLDOUT ?
I know some guys had cameras.....

PICS PLEASE

TOM

[Mkelcy]

GUYS

WHATS THE HOLDOUT ?
I know some guys had cameras.....

PICS PLEASE

TOM

There are some in this thread: http://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=67087

[SBDave]

Thanks again for putting that on! I was only there Saturday but I had a blast. Such a great event. I will definitely enter my car next time!

-Dave

[Matt@BOS]

Bill, Yancy, Danny, and others, I don't think there is much I can say, other than thanking you for putting on a great event, and that I hope you guys were serious when you mentioned possibly having two west coast events per year in the future.

I had an absolute blast beating on my car, and the courses' cones :_paranoid

Matt

[mdprovee]

I would like to thank everyone involved...that was a great event. I had a blast talking with friends, meeting new ones, and talking car stuff. Greg, Bob, and Ned are great people to hang with, even though I cant hang as well as them. Greg thanks for dinner next one is on me. Mary thanks for the picture, my wife was happy. Todd, it was great to meet you, and the car is amazing. Thanks Vince for the pictures too. We had to miss the BBQ to drive home from the event, the traffic gods were on our side, and we were home by 2am.

See everyone at the next one

[GregWeld]

Mike --

More fun than the law should allow! Was a pleasure to share some good times with you and George! I'm still laughing about the whole "wife" thing!


:cheers:

[96z28ss]

Mike,
Was nice meeting you also. I think a trailer for your car is in the future.
Also I hope those kids made it home with the Nova ok.

[6spdcamaro]

http://detroitspeed.com/images/news_events/runtothecoast10/rttc-10-017-pic.jpg
I just saw this picture on detroit speeds website. Does anyone know how the times compared to the DSE cars??? :unibrow:

[Vegas69]

I was told he ran a 1:45 and David Pozzi ran a 1:49 while I ran a 1:50. Ryan Mathews at DSE ran a 1:51. Kyle Tucker was somewhere in there. Danny said he'll be posting the results soon.

[6spdcamaro]

I was told he ran a 1:45 and David Pozzi ran a 1:49 while I ran a 1:50. Ryan Mathews at DSE ran a 1:51. Kyle Tucker was somewhere in there. Danny said he'll be posting the results soon.

Cool :thumbsup:
Thats pretty damn impressive that all of you were only a few seconds behind.
And Kudos to the guy with the CGT for actually driving it :hail:

[slow4dr]

I was told he ran a 1:45 and David Pozzi ran a 1:49 while I ran a 1:50. Ryan Mathews at DSE ran a 1:51. Kyle Tucker was somewhere in there. Danny said he'll be posting the results soon.


<-------is gettin ancy

btw: Your car sounds like pure sechs

I kept hearing over the walkie that the CGT was going 5 seconds faster than anyone else and it definitely looked like it. :cheers:

[Vegas69]

Thanks for the videos by the way. Ya, it was definitely hauling the mail.

[1962nova]

Mike,
Was nice meeting you also. I think a trailer for your car is in the future.
Also I hope those kids made it home with the Nova ok.



Talking about the red 62 nova sedan? If so, made it home ok, had a tranny leak.

[96z28ss]

Talking about the red 62 nova sedan? If so, made it home ok, had a tranny leak.

No talking about the kids that had just bought a nova at the hotel we were staying at. They didn't know how to strap the car down. Greg and myself had to go over there and show them how to strap it down. Greg even gave them a set of straps.

[Bozeforged]

Here's a few pictures I took.
Zak
www.bozeforged.com

[DFRESH]

Talking about the red 62 nova sedan? If so, made it home ok, had a tranny leak.

Hey, your car looked great---tried to track you down between rounds to let you know---looked like you were having a great time on the road course and it sounded good too. Really nice car--love the wheels!

Doug

[1962nova]

Hey, your car looked great---tried to track you down between rounds to let you know---looked like you were having a great time on the road course and it sounded good too. Really nice car--love the wheels!

Doug

Thanks, wish I could have done the autocross, but didn't want to take a chance. Road course was a blast, 1st time out on the track and 1st time out with the car.

Kent

[James OLC]

Cool :thumbsup:
Thats pretty damn impressive that all of you were only a few seconds behind.
And Kudos to the guy with the CGT for actually driving it :hail:

...and to put this in perspective, my understanding is that the GT was owned and driven by the father of the guy who runs the driving school and had more than a few laps on that particular track. David didn't attend the driving school on Friday and ran the course for the first time just before running his competition laps. And yeah - the guy in the Porsche deserves all the kudos in the world for flogging it the way that he did.

...another note, there were some sector times recorded within the overall lap times and it was pointed out after the fact that Mary in her '73 was actually faster in some of the sectors than the Carrera. That says tons about the abilities of a leaf spring car (and Mary's improving road course skills)...

[WILWAXU]

My RTTC photo's:
http://rides.webshots.com/album/577263085DFuNji

Old point-n-shoot camera, but got a couple decent shots.

[96z28ss]

Thanks so much to everyone that came out to El Toro yesterday, both participants and volunteers. As I said at the event, the volunteers are the most important part of the event. Everyone be sure and label Mr. Weld as CONE MAN! He certainly earned that title yesterday.....haha
Safe travel Greg, we will talk to you soon.

Congrats to Brian Finch as the overall winner of the event, now King of the Coast! and to all the other winners.

Our new contingency program is in full swing now, three participants will be getting money by just showing up, registering and running BFG KDWs yesterday....SWEET!

OK, out of here, headed to the cruise!

Hey Bill,
Should we get Greg a shirt for the next event?

[DRJDVM's '69]

Had a blast......

The only downside......my car budget gets even worse!!!! There were so many nice cars and now I have even more ideas that are gonna cost me even more $$.... thanks :)

[GregWeld]

Hey Bill,
Should we get Greg a shirt for the next event?

:rofl: :rofl:

I resemble that remark!


:cheers:

[DFRESH]

Some more pics of the event---

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/tire.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT072.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT076.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT077.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT088.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT099.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT100.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT203.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT209.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT212.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT029.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT050.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT060.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT062.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ELTOROTRACKEVENT012.jpg

[Vegas69]

:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :cheers:

[GregWeld]

Good pixs Doug!
:cheers:

[DFRESH]

Good pixs Doug!
:cheers:

Thanks Greg! Wish we could go back and live it again---feel like it went by so fast--really looking forward to the next one---you'll have to hangout a bit longer next time. Still planning for PT--or mini PT with us in June to Pleasanton?

Doug

[GregWeld]

Doug - Wish I could answer either of those - motor is still bits and pieces - crank and rods arrived yesterday... heads are here... now to get the shop "cranking" (pun).

AutoRad said the radiator went to polisher this week...

I know June sounds like plenty of time - but I also have a college graduation in Phoenix mid May - and one moving down there the following week - so her car and "belongings" going down in the trailer around the 24th of May... blah blah blah... so if I could just get everything to cooperate - and no parts shortages... I may beg off PT and do Mini with you guys... which would be "easier" than getting my BFA to Newton Iower....:lol:

[Vegas69]

Hey now, we used to play Newton in football. I don't know what was in the water but those boys were huuuuuge.

[89 RS]

Hey now, we used to play Newton in football. I don't know what was in the water but those boys were huuuuuge.

I think it was actually the corn Todd. :_paranoid

Back to the topic though, great pics Doug. If you have anymore, post 'em up man.:thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

BTW - Not that anyone cares ------ NO I never got the tie-down straps back from the boys loading the Nova in the hotel parking lot.

I never asked for them to be returned -- the young man OFFERED to return them and took my address.... in my mind, they were a "gift".

I hope they made it home safely and with the car intact..... NOT!!! :rofl: :woot:

[96z28ss]

BTW - Not that anyone cares ------ NO I never got the tie-down straps back from the boys loading the Nova in the hotel parking lot.

I never asked for them to be returned -- the young man OFFERED to return them and took my address.... in my mind, they were a "gift".

I hope they made it home safely and with the car intact..... NOT!!! :rofl: :woot:

Well he offered he should atleast be a man of his word.
I mean we could of let him leave without having helped him. Of course the car would of no longer been on the trailer when he got home.

[GregWeld]

Well -- I just hope whenever he uses the straps - he feels a tinge of guilt...


:thumbsup:

[mdprovee]

I cant believe those guys didn't return the straps. They would still be on the side of the road picking up scraps, if you had let them leave.

Payback will suck.

[GregWeld]

Mike -- It's no skin on my nose -- really -- I have plenty of them - way more than I can use. I just was sad that they couldn't follow thru what they promised. I carry no grudge nor wish them ill. I hope they made it without incident.

Hey! You bought a trailer yet?? :unibrow:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

they made it home ok, sorry about that. I'll look into it.

Thanks again for helping them out.

PM sent.

Vince

[mdprovee]

Mike -- It's no skin on my nose -- really -- I have plenty of them - way more than I can use. I just was sad that they couldn't follow thru what they promised. I carry no grudge nor wish them ill. I hope they made it without incident.

Hey! You bought a trailer yet?? :unibrow:

No trailer yet, have been looking a little, no set plans though.