Track Day! Buttonwillow / NCRC Sept. 17-18 [Archive]

CarlC

06-23-2011, 08:03 AM

The NCRC is putting on a two-day HPDE at Buttonwillow Raceway Park on Sept. 17-18. I'm going, along with a few Corvette friends. I'm not sure if I'll go for one or both days, but the price is very appealing. $99 for each day. That's a bargain.

http://www.ncracing.org/events.php

So, who's up for burning some gas and tires?

Vegas69

06-23-2011, 08:41 AM

Definite, maybe..:D

Track Junky

06-23-2011, 12:53 PM

Ahhh.....this should be a good one. Think I might skip the July 30th Speed Ventures event for this one.

Flash68

06-23-2011, 02:11 PM

Definite, maybe..:D

Be there.

CarlC

06-23-2011, 02:46 PM

Definite, maybe..:D

Chicken.:D

CrossRamRich

06-24-2011, 12:30 AM

Definite, maybe..:D

You know what I'm gonna say!!!:yes:

Track Junky

06-24-2011, 01:12 AM

Confirmed for Saturday :thumbsup:

Track Junky

07-28-2011, 02:01 PM

Had to bring this one up from the dead.

Our own Todd Akes(hope I spelt that right bro)has decided to join us at Buttonwillow this coming September 17th.

Aside from Todd we have a whole slough of avid enthusiast joining in the festivities including Mary Pozzi and Deanna, Kyle Newman, Jon Rasmussen, of course good ole Dave Gordon and Carl Casanova, My buddy John Sevilla and a whole bunch more.

15 are signed up and confirmed so far and it looks like Saturday night is going to turn into a good ole barbecue and camp out fest.(Not to mention a full on heater,lol)

Hope to meet more of you out there!! :lateral:

Vegas69

07-28-2011, 03:43 PM

If Todd's going, I'm in...:thumbsup:

Nessumsar

07-28-2011, 04:45 PM

If Todd's going, I'm in...:thumbsup:

You need to stop following that guy around..:P

Tom.A

07-28-2011, 04:46 PM

What day are all you guy's going for sure? I think I might be able to make for one of the days. Also can you have a passenger ride with you on the track if they have a helmet?

Flash68

07-28-2011, 05:50 PM

What day are all you guy's going for sure? I think I might be able to make for one of the days. Also can you have a passenger ride with you on the track if they have a helmet?

Many are doing both days Tom. But I think the most will be there on Saturday for sure.

Gaetano should be able to confirm the passengers riding. I believe they can.

Track Junky

07-28-2011, 07:33 PM

What day are all you guy's going for sure? I think I might be able to make for one of the days. Also can you have a passenger ride with you on the track if they have a helmet?

I just spoke with Dave Mills on the phone. Ride alongs are OK in all groups except for school. Bring your brain bucket!!

Tom.A

07-28-2011, 11:02 PM

Many are doing both days Tom. But I think the most will be there on Saturday for sure.

Gaetano should be able to confirm the passengers riding. I believe they can.

I just spoke with Dave Mills on the phone. Ride alongs are OK in all groups except for school. Bring your brain bucket!!

Thanks Guy's,

I am going to see about going Saturday. Looks like most will be in solo class. If I can make it this will be my first time so I will be in the driving school group for first timers as required.

Flash68

07-28-2011, 11:44 PM

Thanks Guy's,

I am going to see about going Saturday. Looks like most will be in solo class. If I can make it this will be my first time so I will be in the driving school group for first timers as required.

Tom, it would be great to have you out there. Been wanting to see your car in person. :thumbsup:

Tom.A

07-29-2011, 03:04 PM

Tom, it would be great to have you out there. Been wanting to see your car in person. :thumbsup:

Thanks Dave, I also look forward to meeting some of you guy's

I just signed up for Sunday as I can't make Saturday. I spoke with Dave @ NRC and he said that he would get an instructor to ride with me hopefully so I could run in the solo class.
How some of you guys are will be running Sunday.

Track Junky

07-29-2011, 05:52 PM

Typically I drive home Saturday night but with the barbecue/campout deal going on I think I'm going to stick it out for Sunday also.

Not sure what I'm looking foreward to more, the driving or the barbeque and bench racing afterwards.

Should be a good time and I'm looking forward to meeting you all.

Flash68

07-29-2011, 07:07 PM

ironworks

08-01-2011, 09:35 AM

Chad-1stGen

08-01-2011, 10:49 AM

Hmmm. How about some video from Buttonwillow to wet your guys appetite?

here is a single lap from my phone. Has data overlay which is cool but is VERY shaky :/

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Here is a different perspective. Lot less shaky since this is from my GoPro. No data overlay but the reflections in the quarter pannel are purdy ha ha

nzz41gEEjtQ

Flash68

08-01-2011, 03:29 PM

If we don't make the trip to Indy for the Goodguys show that weekend, You guys are welcome to hangout at the shop Saturday night. If I'm still the owner of my camaro buy then, I will join you at the track.

I already checked and the Air Force is busy that weekend, So Sorry Dave no fly by action that night for ya. Sorry I can only do so much.

That's it. I'm staying home. You need to go big to get me out of bed Rodger. :D

Hmmm. How about some video from Buttonwillow to wet your guys appetite?

here is a single lap from my phone. Has data overlay which is cool but is VERY shaky :/

pGwdcnw7e1Q

Here is a different perspective. Lot less shaky since this is from my GoPro. No data overlay but the reflections in the quarter pannel are purdy ha ha

nzz41gEEjtQ

I better start watching my track prep videos... thanks for posting. :captain:

Now get back in your garage Chad.

Track Junky

08-02-2011, 07:12 PM

Chad, great vids!! Yawned through the second one but what ever.

I finally got my new lower control arms and upper ball joints ordered. These new front vette wheels are driving me up the wall but I'm determined to make them work. Spent some time with Doug(Global West) on the phone today.

Scheduled a day at Thubderhill on th 12 of this month to flog the car.

I'll keeep you updated on the results!!

Chad-1stGen

08-03-2011, 11:14 AM

Now get back in your garage Chad.

You keep yelling at me but until you see me start a build thread there isn't much going on in my garage...

Flash68

08-03-2011, 12:28 PM

You keep yelling at me but until you see me start a build thread there isn't much going on in my garage...

Ok Ok.... but if I was yelling it would in ALL CAPS!!! :lol:

Really hope you can make it... June is planning on going with her camera gear I believe. And you know how she loves Camaros. :unibrow:

Chad-1stGen

08-03-2011, 01:01 PM

Well I did drop it off for mini tubs this morning. Told the guy to come up with some numbers to install the TCI stuff to for kicks. Between wanting it done quickly and some recent back issues we'll see if I can justify paying someone else to do what I could of done.

No matter what my wheels won't be ready so I'd either be running my current wheels (set in 1.5" each side in the rear lol) or not going already.

Nick.V70

08-08-2011, 08:59 AM

Great vids!!

Where is everyone staying?

Flash68

08-08-2011, 10:06 AM

Great vids!!

Where is everyone staying?

http://www.motel6.com/reservations/motel_detail.aspx?num=4533

Be sure to tell them you are with NCRC or SpeedVentures for the track event to get the discounted rate.

mpozziCPL

08-08-2011, 02:23 PM

May need to bow out so if anyone wants my two days of Point-By, let me know.

Mary Pozzi

Track Junky

08-08-2011, 04:09 PM

Track Junky

08-08-2011, 04:12 PM

May need to bow out so if anyone wants my two days of Point-By, let me know.

Mary Pozzi

Ahhhh C'mon!! I was looking forward to throwin' down some cold ones with you guys!!

Track Junky

08-08-2011, 04:16 PM

http://www.motel6.com/reservations/motel_detail.aspx?num=4533

Be sure to tell them you are with NCRC or SpeedVentures for the track event to get the discounted rate.

Be sure to tell them "SPEED VENTURES" period!!

NCRC's host Motel 6 is a quarter mile down the road and not as nice.

clill

08-08-2011, 09:18 PM

NCRC is also having a 99.00 day at Thunderhill on Wed Sept 7th if anyone wants to come play..

Track Junky

08-08-2011, 09:42 PM

NCRC is also having a 99.00 day at Thunderhill on Wed Sept 7th if anyone wants to come play..

Charlie, this will probably be my last year running track days for awhile and I would love to come out and meet you at least once before I put my car back on the shelf. I may just sign up for this one.

Which car are you bringing?

Flash68

08-08-2011, 09:42 PM

Be sure to tell them "SPEED VENTURES" period!!

NCRC's host Motel 6 is a quarter mile down the road and not as nice.

My bad! Thought you said either either one. The Motel 6 CENTRAL is the correct one. :cheers: :cheers:

Track Junky

08-08-2011, 10:14 PM

My bad! Thought you said either either one. The Motel 6 CENTRAL is the correct one. :cheers: :cheers:

You got it buddy, Motel 6 Central!!:thumbsup:

Flash68

08-08-2011, 10:47 PM

this will probably be my last year running track days for awhile

That is unacceptable, Soldier! :willy:

Track Junky

08-09-2011, 09:07 PM

That is unacceptable, Soldier! :willy:

Sorry Captain., I have a 9, 11. and 12 year old that are growing to fast for me to keep up with and It's time to start dedicating more time to them.

I used to take Anthony and Nick to the NASA events because they had a mini day care deal at the track with a bounce house but I think being left alone too long turned them off.

If I could get them to regain interest maybe things will change but it looks like baseball and wrestling are taking precidence right now.

clill

08-09-2011, 10:20 PM

Charlie, this will probably be my last year running track days for awhile and I would love to come out and meet you at least once before I put my car back on the shelf. I may just sign up for this one.

Which car are you bringing?

I dunno. Maybe a Nascar.

Nick.V70

08-10-2011, 08:43 AM

Sorry Captain., I have a 9, 11. and 12 year old that are growing to fast for me to keep up with and It's time to start dedicating more time to them.

I used to take Anthony and Nick to the NASA events because they had a mini day care deal at the track with a bounce house but I think being left alone too long turned them off.

If I could get them to regain interest maybe things will change but it looks like baseball and wrestling are taking precidence right now.

Nice another member with 3 kids, I am in the same boat with 3 kids and trying to make it all work to give everyone enough time. I have a 3, 6 and 12year old and I can see once the hit the 10y mark they don't want to be around mom and dad as a tag along as much as the younger ones. I commend you to molding around your children, its tough but well worth it as we have the rest of our lives to have our time once they go off on their own.

SOOoooooooo another family man semi taps out, found out last night I have a family event Sat night so pulling a 2day track day will not work for me. But I am a solder and thinking of pulling a day trip for Sun. What time will things be going on starting from and ending on Sun? I think it will work out better as a couple on my friends can also do a day trip more than a 2day with there family stuff they have that weekend.

Flash68

08-10-2011, 03:03 PM

Sorry Captain., I have a 9, 11. and 12 year old that are growing to fast for me to keep up with and It's time to start dedicating more time to them.

I used to take Anthony and Nick to the NASA events because they had a mini day care deal at the track with a bounce house but I think being left alone too long turned them off.

If I could get them to regain interest maybe things will change but it looks like baseball and wrestling are taking precidence right now.

I hear ya. Nothing wrong with being a good dad. :thumbsup:

SOOoooooooo another family man semi taps out, found out last night I have a family event Sat night so pulling a 2day track day will not work for me. But I am a solder and thinking of pulling a day trip for Sun. What time will things be going on starting from and ending on Sun? I think it will work out better as a couple on my friends can also do a day trip more than a 2day with there family stuff they have that weekend.

Nick, I think a day trip would be very difficult to pull off. G or Carl can correct me if NCRC is any different, but the track days I went to had drivers meetings at 7:30am and on track by 9am. Finish by 5pm give or take. Plus half the fun of this trip is everyone staying at the Motel 6 and socializing Fri and Sat nights. Still hope you can figure something out!

Track Junky

08-10-2011, 03:24 PM

Nick, if your heading down for just Sunday keep in mind its at least a 4 hour drive one way. I dont know about you but I couldn't handle driving 8 hours back and forth in one day.

I'm probably camping out at the track Saturday night because I know i will have a few cool ones after the event and definitely dont think I'll be in any condition to get behind the wheel to drive back to the Motel.

Thinking about setting up a sleeping bag in one of the corner workers towers :rofl:

Tom.A

08-10-2011, 11:08 PM

I have to pull out also. I was only signed up for Sunday but I get back home late Saturday. I feel like a knuckle head because I thought I was signing up to run at Willow Springs not ---> Button Willow:rofl: A four drive vs. a 2 hour. Have fun guy's oh and FYI if you cancel it cost you $49.00:_paranoid

Nick.V70

08-11-2011, 08:29 AM

Nick, I think a day trip would be very difficult to pull off. G or Carl can correct me if NCRC is any different, but the track days I went to had drivers meetings at 7:30am and on track by 9am. Finish by 5pm give or take. Plus half the fun of this trip is everyone staying at the Motel 6 and socializing Fri and Sat nights. Still hope you can figure something out!

Nick, if your heading down for just Sunday keep in mind its at least a 4 hour drive one way. I dont know about you but I couldn't handle driving 8 hours back and forth in one day.

I would not bring the Chevelle just bomb down in my truck or another car so i can watch and hang out. Sounds alittle crazy but I make day trips to Bako all the time to pick up parts so I am used to the drive leaving in the AM and sometimes I have to be back at the shop to make shipping by 5pm with product I bring back so the drive and hanging out for the day is not a big deal and if I plan it right I should get a couple guys with me to split the driving if we need to.

So are you guys saying non of you are worth the drive to check out your cars and drivin in action??????:lol:

Track Junky

08-11-2011, 09:15 PM

So are you guys saying non of you are worth the drive to check out your cars and drivin in action??????:lol:

LOL, right on!! Hope you make the trip!!

Hard to say how long we will all stick around Sunday but I will probably stay till at least 2:00.

Flash68

08-11-2011, 09:33 PM

So are you guys saying non of you are worth the drive to check out your cars and drivin in action??????:lol:

Nick, yes! We want you there buddy! :cheers: :thumbsup:

Track Junky

08-26-2011, 05:46 PM

NCRC is also having a 99.00 day at Thunderhill on Wed Sept 7th if anyone wants to come play..

Wife's headed to Oregon for a business trip the 6th through the 8th so I have to stay home and watch the kids.

Had a buddy of mine call me yesterday about going on the 7th also and my wife overheard me saying "Maybe I can get one of the neighbors to watch the kids for me" and she about bit my head off so unfortunately the 7th with NCRC at Thunderhill is a definite no-no. :(

ironworks

08-29-2011, 04:18 PM

I'm in for Saturday. Just signed up and paid.

Flash68

08-29-2011, 04:25 PM

I'm in for Saturday. Just signed up and paid.

Nice. Which group?

Track Junky

08-29-2011, 05:31 PM

I'm in for Saturday. Just signed up and paid.

Man, we are going to have a slough of bad ass rides out there on Saturday.

We should pitch in for a vid cam guy.

kyle_newman

08-29-2011, 09:45 PM

I'm in for Saturday. Just signed up and paid.

yeah buddy!!!!!

ironworks

08-30-2011, 11:37 AM

Well they signed me up and took my money and then emailed to say all run groups but race were full.

Flash68

08-30-2011, 10:58 PM

Well they signed me up and took my money and then emailed to say all run groups but race were full.

I am guessing the gal emailed you with that.... try emailing [email protected] and see if he can get you in maybe. Hope you make it.

ironworks

08-31-2011, 06:43 AM

I am guessing the gal emailed you with that.... try emailing [email protected] and see if he can get you in maybe. Hope you make it.

Does Dave have more pull or how can he do something different?

Do you know Dave personally.

Flash68

08-31-2011, 10:15 AM

Track Junky

08-31-2011, 11:55 AM

I don't know him personally no. Gaetano knows him by now though.

I'm basing it on my dialogue with him a couple months ago when "negotiating" for my run group placement. He was responsive, flexible and reasonable with me so I just thought it wouldn't hurt to email him. I believe Gwen is his admin?

So, no, it would not be calling in a favor from a friend. :woot:

I've spent more than a few times on the phone with Dave and have been to his house once cause he lives near by. If you want me to try and call in a favor, if it goes through it will cost you a 30 pack of Bud Light cans. Thers on sale these days for about 18 bucks.(sometimes $16)

If your car is race prepped and you have a race suit you could probably run race group. I've already talked to him about it but I'm not shelling out for a suit because this may be my last track day for awhile.

If you come up with a suit for me I'll give you my open spot and I'll run race. Needs to be a washed suit.(Dont want to be wearing someone elses stank)

ironworks

08-31-2011, 02:19 PM

I've spent more than a few times on the phone with Dave and have been to his house once cause he lives near by. If you want me to try and call in a favor, if it goes through it will cost you a 18 pack of Bud Light cans. Thers on sale these days for about 18 bucks.(sometimes $16)

If your car is race prepped and you have a race suit you could probably run race group. I've already talked to him about it but I'm not shelling out for a suit because this may be my last track day for awhile.

If you come up with a suit for me I'll give you my open spot and I'll run race. Needs to be a washed suit.(Dont want to be wearing someone elses stank)

I have a suit. I'm sure it will fit. But more then likely it is a little big.
I hope White, Red and Black match for you.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/IMG_0487.jpg

Track Junky

08-31-2011, 05:28 PM

LOL, cool looking suit but are cart suits legal for road course?

I'm 5'8" & 185lbs.

clill

08-31-2011, 07:16 PM

I'm going to run at Thunderhill with NCRC on the 7th.

Vegas69

08-31-2011, 08:35 PM

LOL, cool looking suit but are cart suits legal for road course?

I'm 5'8" & 185lbs.

We'll just turn them into cut off shorts for Rodger. :lol:

Track Junky

08-31-2011, 08:40 PM

We'll just turn them into cut off shorts for Rodger. :lol:

LOL, thats what I figured, I've seen Rodger in pictures and he's gotta be over 6 foot.

Vegas69

08-31-2011, 09:02 PM

Sasquatch

Track Junky

08-31-2011, 09:13 PM

Sasquatch

Thats what I thought. That being the case either someone gotta come up with a suit for me to borrow and in the mean time I'll give Dave Mills a call tomorrow if I get time.

One of my renters is pissing and moaning about some sort of plumbing issue and I was in no shape to check it today.

ironworks

09-01-2011, 08:12 AM

LOL, thats what I figured, I've seen Rodger in pictures and he's gotta be over 6 foot.

Yeah just a little bit over 6'

Track Junky

09-01-2011, 08:19 AM

Yeah just a little bit over 6'

OK, like I said, if I dont have a suit I cant run race and it doesn't look like any one is coming up with one so I can try and call in a favor.

Roger, what group do you want to run in? Oh, and I need your last name.

Track Junky

09-01-2011, 08:55 AM

Rodger, I talked to Dave and he told me you didn't list enough track time in your application to take my open spot so a race to open swap is not an option.

Gonna have to find someone in our group to sell you there point by spot.

Sorry bro, I tried :(

ironworks

09-02-2011, 09:41 AM

I guess I better load up the Go Karts that day in the hauler. Just in case.

Track Junky

09-02-2011, 11:53 AM

I guess I better load up the Go Karts that day in the hauler. Just in case.

Check with Carl C. I think one of his buddies is opting out of point by on Sunday and is selling his spot.

Track Junky

09-03-2011, 12:07 AM

Couldn't sleep so I thought I'd post a couple pics from Butttonwillow last September.

http://i851.photobucket.com/albums/ab73/Gitter_Dun/Buttonwillow%209-25-10/VP__0160.jpg
http://i851.photobucket.com/albums/ab73/Gitter_Dun/Buttonwillow%209-25-10/VP__0079-1.jpg

Here's one showing my broken rear driver side shock

http://i851.photobucket.com/albums/ab73/Gitter_Dun/Buttonwillow%209-25-10/VP__3389.jpg

ironworks

09-06-2011, 07:46 AM

I am guessing the gal emailed you with that.... try emailing [email protected] and see if he can get you in maybe. Hope you make it.

Do you have another email for Dave as this one does not seem to work?

GregWeld

09-06-2011, 07:59 AM

Do you have another email for Dave as this one does not seem to work?

[email protected]

Get back to work!

ironworks

09-06-2011, 08:53 AM

[email protected]

Get back to work!

Thanks Greg. I just got you your ticket and ordering parts for a 62 this morning.

Flash68

09-06-2011, 09:32 AM

[email protected]

Get back to work!

Thank you for the correction Dr. Weld! :cheers:

GregWeld

09-06-2011, 10:18 AM

Thanks Greg. I just got you your ticket and ordering parts for a 62 this morning.

EEEEEEEEEEEHHHHHHHHHAAAAAAAAAAAAA

:lol: :hail:

Flash68

09-15-2011, 11:31 AM

I am out. Ironworks Rodger is taking my Saturday spot so that's cool.

If anyone wants my Sunday spot please let me know ASAP - I'll give you a screaming deal on it. It is for Solo group and if you've been on a track before you should be ok.

Have fun boys and keep em on the track.