Buttonwillow September 15&16, 2013 RSVP

[Track Junky]

Lets Start a list. Maybe if we're lucky we can get a group discount.

[Vegas69]

I'm in...

[Flash68]

I'm in!

But hey dude... it's only 2012. :lol:

[GregWeld]

I'm All registered paid and even have my confirmation.


I can't do a motel 6 though. That just ain't happenin'.

[Ron in SoCal]

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

Gaetano likes to think ahead....:thumbsup:

[Vegas69]

I'm All registered paid and even have my confirmation.


I can't do a motel 6 though. That just ain't happenin'.

Your **** stinks just like the rest of us.:P

[GregWeld]

Your **** stinks just like the rest of us.:P



My car is fast..... And I crap perfume.

[Track Junky]

I'm in!

But hey dude... it's only 2012. :lol:

Moderators, a litttle help please :lol:

[Track Junky]

My car is fast..... And I crap perfume.

Thats some thick perfume :lol:

[Track Junky]

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

Gaetano likes to think ahead....:thumbsup:

Woops, better get back inside my time machine :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[GregWeld]

Thats some thick perfume :lol:



With gold flecks......

[GregWeld]

BTW..... I have a G-TechPro RR


How are you guys getting your lap times?

[Track Junky]

With gold flecks......

There's a rule about bringing flecks to the track :rofl:

[Track Junky]

BTW..... I have a G-TechPro RR


How are you guys getting your lap times?

AMB transponder attached to the car. You can rent one from NCRC if you dont have one. They will print our times and post them.

[Flash68]

BTW..... I have a G-TechPro RR


How are you guys getting your lap times?

AMB transponder attached to the car. You can rent one from NCRC if you dont have one. They will print our times and post them.

It's so damn simple and hopefully ASCS "fixes" that part of RTTC next year.

Printing everyone's lap times (every single lap in order) between sessions and posting on the wall is great to be able to check.

Greg, will you be renting a villa then near the track for this event?

[GregWeld]

Greg, will you be renting a villa then near the track for this event?



I'll have my driver bring in the hauler -- so we can have the awning out for shade --- and if a Motel 6 is the best you a holes can do then I'll rent us a big azz motorhome for the track.

[LM7_67]

In. What run group are y'all signing up for?

[GregWeld]

I signed up for Point by.... but the reservation said I have to have a ride along before they'll even let me do that since I haven't run this "event" before.

[intocarss]

There is La Quinta Inn at 8858 Spectrum Park Way, Bakersfield, CA 93308.

Or The Hampton Inn at 8818 Spectrum Park Way, Bakersfield, CA 93308

Both about 30 miles from Buttonwillow and both are nice places

[ironworks]

There is La Quinta Inn at 8858 Spectrum Park Way, Bakersfield, CA 93308.

Or The Hampton Inn at 8818 Spectrum Park Way, Bakersfield, CA 93308

Both about 30 miles from Buttonwillow and both are nice places

Both of those places are ride near my shop. The Hampton is really nice.

I will probably attend with some kind of car.

[intocarss]

Both of those places are ride near my shop. The Hampton is really nice.

I will probably attend with some kind of car. We stayed there when racing at Famoso. Is that Lil Taco stand still across the street from Dennys??

[ironworks]

We stayed there when racing at Famoso. Is that Lil Taco stand still across the street from Dennys??


Yes it is

[GregWeld]

I'm a half a mile from the Sport Trucks USA Chandler AZ Renegade / Ikon toter home / stacker dealer... will be there on Friday. :unibrow:

[Nessumsar]

I'll be there! :woot:

[sik68]

I have a daunting to-do list I don't know if I will be ready...wouldn't miss it though! Planning to be a spectator / pit crew / lap time accountability specialist.

[mdprovee]

I have a daunting to-do list I don't know if I will be ready...wouldn't miss it though! Planning to be a spectator / pit crew / lap time accountability specialist.

Me too Steven. Hope to be there for the fun.

[Vegas69]

I have a daunting to-do list I don't know if I will be ready...wouldn't miss it though! Planning to be a spectator / pit crew / lap time accountability specialist.

Dude, you have 4 months. If you don't make it your excuse goes at the top of the white board.:lol:

[Track Junky]

Dude, you have 4 months. If you don't make it your excuse goes at the top of the white board.:lol:

No ****. Seriously Stephen, we need you to run with us. Let me know what you need and I may have something laying around the garage I can throw your way. I also have a brand new set of Toyo RA-1's for a good price if you need them. RA-1's are a better tire than the R888's.

[sik68]

My whiteboard excuse is the Investing 102 thread. I will eat Top Ramen for a couple months and get back to you! :thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

My whiteboard excuse is the Investing 102 thread. I will eat Top Ramen for a couple months and get back to you! :thumbsup:



Don't you start blaming me you bass turd! :unibrow: :rofl:


Although - kudos for doing the right things FIRST... it pays off in the long run in spades. :thumbsup:

[Chad-1stGen]

Hmmmm

Last year I was one of the first to sign up for this event... and my car wasn't ready.

Good news is that my wheels came back last Thursday and I pick up my car this Thursday.

Bad news is that I'm picking up my car to get it away from a shop I no longer care for so that I can finish the work myself.

[GregWeld]

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ man.... this "excuse list" is growing faster than Todd's nose!


:D

[LM7_67]

No ****. Seriously Stephen, we need you to run with us. Let me know what you need and I may have something laying around the garage I can throw your way. I also have a brand new set of Toyo RA-1's for a good price if you need them. RA-1's are a better tire than the R888's.
275/40/17s?

[Track Junky]

275/40/17s?

Yes sir. I have two, wrapped with stickers still on them.

[Track Junky]

Bump for a head count.

[Chad-1stGen]

Gaetano are you still working with NCRC on a group rate or should we just go ahead and sign up anytime?

[Track Junky]

I'm shooting for a group rate but I'm pretty sure the only thing we'll get a break on is the timing. I'll get an e-mail out to Dave and get the low down.

[Track Junky]

OK, e-mail has been sent to Dave Mills. So far we have.....

Me
Todd
Dave G
Chris G
Greg W
Carl C
Tom(LM767)
Roger
Jon R
Doug
Bret
Chad ?
Steven ?

[Spiffav8]

OK, e-mail has been sent to Dave Mills. So far we have.....

Me
Todd
Dave G
Chris G
Greg W
Carl C
Tom(LM767)
Roger
Jon R
Doug
Bret
Chad ?
Steven ?

You can add me to the list. I'll just be there as a spectator and helping hand wherever needed. Should be fun!

:captain:

[Bucketlist2012]

My first Trip to a Big track, but this old fart is In...

Other than register, and get a Helmet...Is there any thing I need to do ??

Mike V.

:lateral:

[Track Junky]

My first Trip to a Big track, but this old fart is In...

Other than register, and get a Helmet...Is there any thing I need to do ??

Mike V.

:lateral:

Just as long as you sign up for the driving school you should be fine Mike. There will be plenty of us around to help out but typically you'll want to bring alot of water, sun screen, chap stick, a hat, a chair, etc. Hopefully othrs will chime in with anything I left out.

[mdprovee]

Gaetano,

You can count me in, at least as a spectator, usless I can get some additions to my car to make it legal.

[Track Junky]

OK, e-mail has been sent to Dave Mills. So far we have.....

Me
Todd
Dave G
Chris G
Greg W
Carl C
Tom(LM767)
Roger
Jon R
Doug
Bret
Chad ?
Steven ?

Mike P
Solardude
Spiffy

[kyle_newman]

Meeeeeeee!!!!!!!!

I have not signed up yet but this is something i dont want to miss! I will sign up as it get closer.

[ironworks]

Im in and can bring lots of shade in trade for conopy set up assistance.

[Track Junky]

I wasn't able to get a group discount. NCRC offers a great format at a very reasonable price as it is. If you intend on getting laps timed dont forget to sign up for lap timing. If you dont already have an AMB transponder attached to your car NCRC can rent one to you.
Looking forward to seeing you guy's out there.

Drivers:
Me
Todd A
Carl C
Dave G
Jon R
Roger L
Kyle N
Tom(LM7 67)
Bret
Chris G
Doug F
Greg W

Pit crew:
Richard B
Mike P
Chad
Steven M
Spiffy

[Track Junky]

Im in and can bring lots of shade in trade for conopy set up assistance.

Most of us get there between 4 & 6 p.m. on Friday but I know your local so I suspect you wont get there till Saturday morning. Hopefully our pit crew can chime in and volunteer.

[sik68]

Most of us get there between 4 & 6 p.m. on Friday but I know your local so I suspect you wont get there till Saturday morning. Hopefully our pit crew can chime in and volunteer.

:yes:

[GregWeld]

Im in and can bring lots of shade in trade for conopy set up assistance.

What heading should I look for that on my September bill??

[ROBS6T8]

I know it's been a few months for this thread, but I'm in! Pit crew for sure but more likely driver. I missed the last driving school but not this time. Go easy on me.:D

[Track Junky]

Hey Rob, I posted a response to your Buttowillow enquirey on my build thread. Looking forward to seeing you again.....whats it been...2 years? All friendly rivalry with a bunch of good friends so no worries :thumbsup:

[Gandalf]

The spirit of the weekend event you guys mention sounds great - even if people are running in different groups. After reading through the different threads on this event, I'm not clear if this is an invite-only but if it's open - put me down. Gregg B.

(Oh - and does signing up for this event get me automatic rights to post in the trash-talk thread? :) )

G.

[Track Junky]

The spirit of the weekend event you guys mention sounds great - even if people are running in different groups. After reading through the different threads on this event, I'm not clear if this is an invite-only but if it's open - put me down. Gregg B.

(Oh - and does signing up for this event get me automatic rights to post in the trash-talk thread? :) )

G.

Open to all my friend.....It would be a pleasure to have you Gregg.

[Flash68]

Yes and Gregg you are highly encouraged to talk smack in the trash talk thread. :D

[GregWeld]

Has anyone made any hotel reservations for this event yet?? From what I'm hearing they're all terrible dumps --- which isn't exactly thrilling... but where is everyone staying so far?

[Flash68]

Haven't made em yet but I believe Motel 6 Central is the spot?

And yeah they're all dumps if you're used to the Ritz and 4 Seasons!

[Vegas69]

Motel 6 is the place. The bed bugs only nibble.

[GregWeld]

I'll bring a f'n tent....

[Track Junky]

Motel 6 is the place. The bed bugs only nibble.

:rofl:Good one.......Motel 6 Central.....I think I posted a phone number and addess awhile back.......be sure you ask for the Speed Ventures discount....not NCRC

[Vegas69]

I'll bring a f'n tent....

I'm sure your son from the sperm donor clinic will put you up. :D

[Flash68]

This one:

BUTTONWILLOW CENTRAL, CA #4533

I-5, EXIT #257
20645 TRACY AVE.
BUTTONWILLOW CA 93206
Phone: 661-764-5121
Fax: 661-764-5891

[intocarss]

There is a La Quinta & a Hampton Inn at Merle haggard and state hwy 65 with a Dennys out front

Both nice places

La Quinta
8858 Spectrum Pkwy,
Bakersfield, CA 93308

Hampton Inn and suites
8818 Spectrum Pkwy.
Bakersfield, CA 93308

[aray327]

This sounds like a good time. I just put it on my calendar. i will look into officially signing up soon.

[Track Junky]

Hey Arron..welcome to Lat-G :thumbsup:

[Ron in SoCal]

Hey Arron..welcome to Lat-G :thumbsup:

Where he belongs. I've run into Aaron at two events in the last three weeks and in between he went to race school @ El Toro...:thumbsup:

[gerno]

I was curious who is still planning to attend and/or run this event since it's basically a month out. I'm planning to head that way even though I haven't said much on here but I know lots of people have cars down both for good and bad reasons....

I haven't registered for the event through NCRC yet and know it is still very open but I wanted to be sure no one needed help offloading a registration cost they were not able to use.

Steve

[GregWeld]

I'm out because the car is still in the hospital in Sonoma....

[Track Junky]

I'm out also. Had to remodel one of the bathrooms at one of my rentals, built a fence for the other, and am currently doing some major landscaping at my house. Car budget is wiped out for the year. :(

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[CurtiSS 69]

Call the Kern County Coroner this event is in grave condition...:(

Is anyone still going?

[GregWeld]

Vegas car is for sale
Weld car is broken
Gordon car is always broken
Gae is just broke
Ron's car will never break because it's never going to be done
Another guy is out of spray and they won't cert his 20's


Yep --- pretty much going the way of the California Hiway system.... crumbling.


:rofl:

[intocarss]

I'll bring my POS and have the fastest car there WOOOO-WHOOOOOOO :D

[gerno]

Definately sounds pretty dead now. Think I might skip this and focus on more T-Hill runs since the track is close by. I'll save the gas and hotel money to try out the RTTC event in Oct. At least then there is no Motel 6 involved.....

[Flash68]

Vegas car is for sale
Weld car is broken
Gordon car is always broken
Gae is just broke
Ron's car will never break because it's never going to be done
Another guy is out of spray and they won't cert his 20's


Yep --- pretty much going the way of the California Hiway system.... crumbling.


:rofl:

:lol: I can't disagree with that!

[Track Junky]

You guys got it all wrong. The RSVP is for 2013. We still have another year. :lol:

[Sieg]

Can't believe the Camaro was thrown under the bus for a bunch of basic beige quarry rock and sand...........Oh the shame. :rolleyes:

Now you've probably opened the door for Dave to toss his motor and suspension plans under the same domesticated bus and plant that rose garden he's always dreamed of now that he has dirt of his own.

:beavis:

[Vegas69]

Since I haven't found anybody smart enough to buy my car yet, maybe I should go run me a 2:10. :unibrow:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

2:10's already taken, Im sure if you go quarter tank you can pull a 2:08. :yes:

[Vegas69]

Not in CW1.

[DFRESH]

Vegas car is for sale
Weld car is broken
Gordon car is always broken
Gae is just broke
Ron's car will never break because it's never going to be done
Another guy is out of spray and they won't cert his 20's


Yep --- pretty much going the way of the California Hiway system.... crumbling.


:rofl:

Yeah, IronWorks doesn't make "Fast" spray anymore, only "Left Turn" spray---plus, I have to spend a grip just to get to a certain moderators wedding and then plunck down another G for my part in the gift. And I have to wear "Cocktail" attire on top of that, which makes me think I am going to have to go shopping---anyone have an example of such attire that they care to post up? This could be good.

[Track Junky]

Can't believe the Camaro was thrown under the bus for a bunch of basic beige quarry rock and sand...........Oh the shame. :rolleyes:

What can I say......it needed to be done. 7000 lbs of rock, 3 yards of decomposed granite, and 35 gallons of G3 stabilizer. Not to mention the 20 shrubs and 100's of feet of irrigation I need to put in. And thats just the front of the house :rolleyes: .

[Sieg]

What can I say......it needed to be done. 7000 lbs of rock, 3 yards of decomposed granite, and 35 gallons of G3 stabilizer. Not to mention the 20 shrubs and 100's of feet of irrigation I need to put in. And thats just the front of the house :rolleyes: .

If I had to do all over again.......a big shop (45x65 min) with 1K s.f. attached living quarters on 20 acres close to a good road course wouldn't be too bad. :rolleyes:

[Track Junky]

No kiddin'!! I have a set of approved plans for a 24 x 36 shop but business needs to pick up before I can afford to build it. I was about to pull the trigger back in 2010 but then I got on this site and I ended up putting the money into my car. :lol:

[intocarss]

Yeah, IronWorks doesn't make "Fast" spray anymore, only "Left Turn" spray---plus, I have to spend a grip just to get to a certain moderators wedding and then plunck down another G for my part in the gift. And I have to wear "Cocktail" attire on top of that, which makes me think I am going to have to go shopping---anyone have an example of such attire that they care to post up? This could be good.


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[GregWeld]

^^^^^^^^^ Well...... isn't that just.................. Dandy.

[DFRESH]

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I can do that.

[ironworks]

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So all the groomsmen have to wear outfits that looks like Dave Gordan's race suit? Before seeing DG's race suit at RTTC, I had no idea you could have an FIA approved race suit with a low cut v neck. But he does live in the bay area. Good to know.

[ROBS6T8]

I'm glad I checked in. I was going to go just to watch seeing how Orngasm is quite track ready yet. Just wanted to hang out out and get a ride for the wife. I'm sure she won't mind! lol I wouldn't have gotten off work until 7am that Sat. morning anyway.

On another note, the wife said we could go to RTTC in October after our anniversary cruise. Anybody got room for a trailer and car down there? lol I don't know for sure if I'm going to do it though.

[CarlC]

I'll still be there on Saturday but driving a borrowed car.

[fleetus macmullitz]

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Normally I put hilarious images in photobucket. This one I can't. :_paranoid

^^^^^^^^^ Well...... isn't that just.................. Dandy.

Yes, a real 'Dandy' aka 'A fancy boy', 'Fruity Pierre', 'Nancy' and certainly their own table at SEMA. :lol:

I can do that.

What?!!! :_paranoid


Seriously Dub IMO that post is worthy of the coveted 'Three Stoogie'! :clap::P:dance:

So all the groomsmen have to wear outfits that looks like Dave Gordan's race suit? Before seeing DG's race suit at RTTC, I had no idea you could have an FIA approved race suit with a low cut v neck. But he does live in the bay area. Good to know.

:lol:

[kyle_newman]

I'm glad I checked in. I was going to go just to watch seeing how Orngasm is quite track ready yet. Just wanted to hang out out and get a ride for the wife. I'm sure she won't mind! lol I wouldn't have gotten off work until 7am that Sat. morning anyway.

On another note, the wife said we could go to RTTC in October after our anniversary cruise. Anybody got room for a trailer and car down there? lol I don't know for sure if I'm going to do it though.

Rob, make it happen! You guys will have a blast!

[ironworks]

For the Guys who are still coming over to Bakersfield for the Event, if your board Saturday night I will be racing my dirt car at the Bakersfield Speedway. There are some good classes on tap and should make for a fun evening if your staying the night.

Email me if your interested.

[Track Junky]

My spot at Buttonwillow is paid up for Saturday. If someone wants to go its yours. NCRC will charge $20 or so for the transfer.

Jerry has first dibs. If I dont hear from him next taker gets it.

[gerno]

I would take it but as of last night my front end is apart for new control arm bushings and lower ball joints so I'm out. If no one takes it and you are able to transfer to a different event let me know. I'm thinking of attending the T-Hill day on Sept 21 and will give you some $$ to cover some of your cost if it can be transfered. That way we both win.

Steve

[intocarss]

My spot at Buttonwillow is paid up for Saturday. If someone wants to go its yours. NCRC will charge $20 or so for the transfer.

Jerry has first dibs. If I dont hear from him next taker gets it.

Thank you G!! But no way my car will be ready

[67zo6Camaro]

My spot at Buttonwillow is paid up for Saturday. If someone wants to go its yours. NCRC will charge $20 or so for the transfer.

Jerry has first dibs. If I dont hear from him next taker gets it.

I know this my be crazy, but how tall are you? Im 5'8" (on a good day) would you be interested in driving my car? (Kind of a pay it forward thing I guess). It's kinda late in the game, but I bet we could make it happen, at least for one of the days.

PM me. :cheers:

[Track Junky]

Thanks for the offer Bret and trust me I'd love to take you up on that but I cant make it. Take my spot. I will e-mail Dave Mills and let him know as soon as I hear from you. Oh, and give me your last name so I can give your full name to Dave.

[CarlC]

It was a fun day, albeit a bit warm. It was 104* on the car thermometer as we jumped on I5 at 4:00pm.

The turnout was light so the classes were not that full. There were surprisingly few mechanicals. I don't think anyone was towed but a few should have taken their broken cars home earlier.

We'll have to plan this again gents.

[Track Junky]

Thanks for the update Carl. 104* seems hot down there for this time of year. Hopefully we can make this happen next year.

[Flash68]

Carl looks like you're the only trooper around with a running car. How'd ya do?

[CarlC]

I did not drive mine. It's down for some upgrades that are taking longer than planned. My friend Jon was nice enough to share his C5 Z06, so the day was more geared toward keeping the skills sharp vs. pushing the car too hard. Rust sets in pretty quick without seat time. I also spent one session in the passenger seat doing a bit of on-track instruction for one of the Fox Racing Shox guys.

[Flash68]

I did not drive mine. It's down for some upgrades that are taking longer than planned.

Spill it Carl.

Rust sets in pretty quick without seat time.

I don't like reading this Carl. :mad:

[ironworks]

I did not drive mine. It's down for some upgrades that are taking longer than planned. My friend Jon was nice enough to share his C5 Z06, so the day was more geared toward keeping the skills sharp vs. pushing the car too hard. Rust sets in pretty quick without seat time. I also spent one session in the passenger seat doing a bit of on-track instruction for one of the Fox Racing Shox guys.

Thank for the update Carl. 104* seems hot down there for this time of year. Hopefully we can make this happen next year.

Shoot I suited up and raced at the dirt track. It was not that bad. Plus I scaled the car all morning before going to the track.

[CarlC]

Spill it Carl.

:unibrow: Stay tuned.