One Lap of America

[camcojb]

Try to keep the updates here. We have several members running in this years event. :trophy-1302:


Off Facebook:

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Wet skid pad is in the books... 2nd in class and just 0.003 seconds ahead of Carl Casanova (https://www.facebook.com/carl.casanova.9?group_id=0)and the Honor Flight Camaro! First 100 miles is behind us and we're at Grissom AFB for an autocross before a long drive to Talladega...

[CarlC]

Just heading south of of Louisville now. OLC is kicking butt in Vintage American with a second in wet skidpad and first in autocross. Jon and I finished third and second, putting us 2nd overall in class.

So far no problems except Jon got us lost for about 15 minutes. The three of us, Jimi in AMXess too, are moving along to Talladega for an exciting stay at the Super8. 80% chance of rain tomorrow (BOOOOOOO!!!) We've been on the road for 3-1/2 hours already with another seven to go before bedtime, and it raining pretty hard already.

Andy Holis in his '89 CRX took the overall win in autocross this afternoon. It's a super car and very well driven.

[camcojb]

Congrats Carl, and thanks for the updates. I know it's tough to fit them in with this event.

[camcojb]

Update from Jimi Day:


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We now have the first 2 events and more than 500 miles behind us in the 2013 One Lap of America. The CenterForce AMXess is performing admirably, her driver still needs to perform to the cars potential. It's a long week and our goal is to finish, so we're ok being in 45th place overall and 4th on the Vintage Class.

[srh3trinity]

I managed to make it out to the OLOA event for the second session at Talladega GPR. I had the pleasure of meeting James, Mary, Carl and Jimi and got to see their cars along with the rest of the field. It was cool to walk around at the paddock and see some of these cars before they hit the track.
Some observations:
-The AMXess car is a really cool piece of machinery and it looks great.
-The HFC looked great with the new hood and front valence.
-The OLC update is awesome and it looks great at speed. The wing really looks cool.
-The DSE car actually does sound as good as everybody had said
-GTR's are blazing fast
-The Mercedes SLS sounds like a jet fighter at speed.


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[Cole]

Thanks for the pics and the updates.. Super Cool

[srh3trinity]

It is one thing to see these cars on the net, it is another to see them at speed.

[sik68]

Ill take the oppounity provided by the OLOA computer glitch to post this headline

"In the Talladega afternoon session, team OLC posts the fastest overall time on 32.39 seconds, over 2 minutes and 30 seconds faster than TSM."

Detoit speed seems to be finding their rhythm with their new car, up to 8th in this run....that's LEGIT fast.


Position Car No.
Class Team Raw Time Penalties Official Time Points
1 65
Vintage American Team OLC
1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS
James Shipka - Calgary AB Canada
Mary Pozzi - Salinas USA 32.390 32.390 305
2 1
SSGT1 Big Bore TopSpeed Motorsports
2013 TSM GTR PRO EIGHT "OLOA EDITION"
Douglas Wilks - Alpharetta Ga USA
Leh Keen - Charleston USA 3:04.059 3:04.059 300
3 6
SSGT1 Big Bore PREFIX / Forge Ahead USA
2008 Dodge Viper SRT10
Steve Loudin - Grayslake IL USA
Tom Drewer - Atlanta 3:11.332 3:11.332 295
4 7
SSGT1 Big Bore Sleeper Racing Team
2010 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Donald Chrzan - Franklin Wi USA
Brian Peele - Fort Walton Beach USA 3:14.422 3:14.422 290
5 3
SSGT1 Big Bore Chariots Palm Beach
2012 Chariots of Palm Beach GTR
Hugh Bate - W. Palm Beach FL USA
Rene von Richthofen - West Palm Beach United States 3:14.877 3:14.877 285
6 10
SSGT1 Big Bore tangerine associates
2010 Nissan - Forged Performance GT-R FP950R
Catesby Jones - Fort Lauderdale Fl
William Taylor - Columbia USA 3:14.916 3:14.916 280
7 13
SSGT1 Big Bore AOKNetworking
2013 Datsun GTR
Bob Knoerzer - Winter Springs FL USA
Derek Heim - Lake Helen 3:16.531 3:16.531 275
8 34
SSGT2 Big Bore
2012 Chevrolet Camaro
Kyle Tucker - Mooresville NC USA
Ryan Mathews - Mooresville United States 3:18.199 3:18.199 270

[Ron in SoCal]

http://www.onelapofamerica.com/event/ResultsEventOverall.do?trackEventId=65&eventId=32

[camcojb]

James Shipka (https://www.facebook.com/james.shipka?hc_location=stream)


Run 1 at NOLA is in the books and we're doing fine! First in class with Jimi a close second. Mary had a great day yesterday with two first in class finishes. We're sitting first in class and 21st overall.


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[buickfunnycar.com]

Hey that's awesome James & Mary...keep up the killer work! :thumbsup:

[camcojb]

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We did well at Talladega Grand Prix Speedway. Moved up to 36th overall and tied for 2nd in the Vintage American class.

[camcojb]

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The 2nd Session for the White Monster at NOLA is in the books. Kyle and Ryan are now headed to Daytona Speedway. They are gaining ground in their class, SSGT2 Big Bore, with 2nd in class. In the afternoon session they finished 1st in class and 11th overall. Keep up the good work Kyle, Ryan, and the White Monster. If you see them along the highway, give them a salute. They may even get some good food tomorrow with Stacy’s parents living just 20 minutes from the track and being the official DSE cheering section! Hoping for good weather.

[camcojb]

Nice!

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[camcojb]

Hotchkis Sport Suspension (https://www.facebook.com/hotchkis1?ref=stream&hc_location=stream)


H-Team member Carl Casanova and the Honor Flight Camaro (https://www.facebook.com/HonorFlightCamaro?group_id=0) just finished day #3 of Brock Yates' One Lap of America (https://www.facebook.com/OneLapOfAmerica?group_id=0). Carl is sending us updates from the road as he goes telling us what it is like competing in this amazing event. Check out the story here: http://bit.ly/10ixU5h (http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F10ixU5h&h=5AQEaLXALAQFMJpFSm9FX5XqlDB_p12Hqs47kfve5IZbKUg&s=1)


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[camcojb]

James Shipka (https://www.facebook.com/james.shipka?hc_location=stream)


Midnight and we're following Jimi and the Centerforce AMX through Jacksonville and on I-95 South to Daytona... 90 miles to go


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[Tom.A]

Jody,

Just wanted to say thanks for updates as I am not on Facebook.
:thankyou:

To all three teams I wish you continued good luck and blessings:lateral:

[camcojb]

Jody,

Just wanted to say thanks for updates as I am not on Facebook.
:thankyou:

To all three teams I wish you continued good luck and blessings:lateral:
that's why I'm copying/pasting instead of linking. :thumbsup:

[David Pozzi]

20 minutes ago, they were 90 miles from Daytona.
James drove today & did outstanding!
Mary's second run at Talladega was an error, OLC was not fastest overall. They were 26th overall.
David

[coolwelder62]

Thank's for posting Jody,I hope all the group's do well,have fun,and are safe.Sound's like aton of fun & hard work.

[David Pozzi]

Here they are at Daytona!
James ran this morning, Mary runs this afternoon.
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[camcojb]

Here they are at Daytona!
James ran this morning, Mary runs this afternoon.

You beat me! Very cool shot. :thankyou:

[Flash68]

Wow, what a shot. :thumbsup:

Keep em coming... :popcorn2:

[Steve1968LS2]

Ill take the oppounity provided by the OLOA computer glitch to post this headline

"In the Talladega afternoon session, team OLC posts the fastest overall time on 32.39 seconds, over 2 minutes and 30 seconds faster than TSM."

Detoit speed seems to be finding their rhythm with their new car, up to 8th in this run....that's LEGIT fast.


Position Car No.
Class Team Raw Time Penalties Official Time Points
1 65
Vintage American Team OLC
1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS
James Shipka - Calgary AB Canada
Mary Pozzi - Salinas USA 32.390 32.390 305
2 1
SSGT1 Big Bore TopSpeed Motorsports
2013 TSM GTR PRO EIGHT "OLOA EDITION"
Douglas Wilks - Alpharetta Ga USA
Leh Keen - Charleston USA 3:04.059 3:04.059
....

Wait, are you saying team OLA ran a 32 second lap? that doesn't seem possible.. and I don't see the spread between 1st and 2nd being THAT great.

Maybe it was supposed to be 3:02.390 .. which would make WAY more sense...

[fleet]

I like the pic of 'The Big 3'.

[camcojb]

Sounds like Daytona is a whole 'nother world. Glad everyone is safe.


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For those that are wondering what my driving experience was at Daytona's high banks and infield road course ... I saw God. We had quite the discussion about a lotta things car and He agreed to let me live to drive and race another day. This, by far, is the most exhilarating and scariest thing I've ever done with a car, any automobile.

[camcojb]

Reminds me of the fun that happens on Power Tour, with a lot more racing mixed in.


Jimi Day (https://www.facebook.com/fm3marketing) and Steve Anderson (https://www.facebook.com/steve.anderson.77920526) shared James Shipka (https://www.facebook.com/james.shipka)'s photo (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151634693017889&set=a.10150090223607889.302354.765632888&type=1).

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Some gas station maintenance - One Lap of America style - somewhere in South Carolina



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We found out that one good shock and one broken shock doesn't last long for extended highway travel. Luckily our teammates had some spares that almost fit and we got down the road to Camden and will be competing at CMP tomorrow.

[camcojb]

Jimi Day (https://www.facebook.com/fm3marketing) shared Centerforce AMXess (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Centerforce-AMXess/410574689029981?ref=stream)'s photo (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=458258540928262&set=a.410590292361754.104343.410574689029981&type=1).


Everyone's lap times were off this afternoon as the track started to lose some grip in the hot afternoon sun.

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We're done at CMP and on our way to BMW test center for a quick one lap around their test track. Onward after that to Viginia International Raceway. The afternoon session felt good, the lap times were slower, but I felt better in the car after the repairs. WE WILL ADAPT!


James Shipka (https://www.facebook.com/james.shipka?hc_location=stream)


Round One at Carolina Motorsports is in the books - Mary 1, Carl 2, Jimi 3. Two seconds separated 1 and 2 and another 2 separated 2 and 3. We're sitting first in class and 22nd overall... Round 2 coming up shortly followed by at "short" 150 mile transit to BMW and on to Virginia.




Mary Pozzi (https://www.facebook.com/mary.pozzi.9?hc_location=stream)


I am so proud of our One Lap team and especially so of our Camaro. Took a peek at the Carolina Motorsports Park afternoon track results and we finished 16th overall. The Camaro was nothing less than perfect! Thanks so much to all the people that have helped us along the journey and throughout the build and upgrades. We could not have done this without you ... (James, you built a "10").







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One Lap Update: It’s good to be home! Kyle, Ryan and the White Monster Camaro took home field advantage to a new level with a 1st in class and a 6th overall finish during the morning session at Carolina Motorsports Park (https://www.facebook.com/carolinamotorsportspark?directed_target_id=0). This picks them up crucial points in the chase for the top team in their class. Good luck this afternoon!

[camcojb]

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The Monster on the track at Carolina Motorsports Park. #OLOA2013 #IRacing @DetroitSpeedInc


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The afternoon session saw clear skies again with more heat building in the track. This time it was Kyle’s turn in the driver’s seat. He finished 4th overall and 1st in class still without 4th gear. They managed to shift around 4th gear all day. Next it is on to the BMW Performance Center for the autocross.

[CarlC]

Sorry, it's been tough to keep up. But, I will say this....

DAYTONA IS FREAKING AWESOME!!!

[Track Junky]

Living the dream.......Congrats guys. Keep up the great work!!

[camcojb]

Jimi Day (https://www.facebook.com/fm3marketing?hc_location=stream)


We made it!


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[camcojb]

Sorry, it's been tough to keep up. But, I will say this....

DAYTONA IS FREAKING AWESOME!!!
We totally get it, just check in when you can. :thankyou:

[camcojb]

The OneLapCamaro (https://www.facebook.com/TheOneLapCamaro?ref=stream&hc_location=stream)


Two of three in the books this morning - one more this afternoon. Carl took First in this mornings first run with the OLC a completely messed up 4th. We managed first in the second session with Carl nipping at our heals. We're First in Class and 21st overall. One more event today, two tomorrow, and one on Saturday...


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[Jr]

Jody,
Thanks for keeping the updates coming.

What is the difference between ssgt1 and ssgt2? What does ssgt mean?

[camcojb]

Detroit Speed (https://www.facebook.com/detroitspeedinc?ref=stream&hc_location=stream)


One Lap Update: Kyle, Ryan and the White Monster Camaro completed the SSGT2 Big Bore class hat trick today at VIRginia International Raceway (https://www.facebook.com/virnow?directed_target_id=0) taking 1st in class and 6th overall on the afternoon full course session. With the wins the team is now only 15 points behind 1st in their class as they move on to the Pittsburgh International Race Complex for tomorrow's sessions. Good luck guys!

#OLOA2013 #IRacing @DetroitSpeedInc


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[camcojb]

Jody,
Thanks for keeping the updates coming.

What is the difference between ssgt1 and ssgt2? What does ssgt mean?
Class Structure



1. Sports/GT cars over $50,000 - Engine displacement 3.5L and over
2. Sports/GT cars over $50,000 - Engine displacement under 3.5L
3. Sports/GT cars under $50,000 - Engine displacement 3.5L and over
4. Sports/GT cars under $50,000 - Engine displacement under 3.5L
5. Mid-priced sedans and wagons $20,000-$50,000
6. American Cruisers (American Sedans over 3.5 liters)
7. Economy cars under $25,000
8. Luxury sedans and wagons over $50,000
9. Sport Utility vehicles and pickups all price ranges
10. Classic American: All domestically produced vehicles built prior to 1989, including street rods, specials, etc.
11. Classic Imported: All types built prior to 1989
12. Alternate Fuel class-including hybrids, electric, diesels, etc. (does NOT include E85 fueled vehicles)
13. Retro: Vehicles intended to reflect past trends or models, Minis, etc.

[camcojb]

Hotchkis Sport Suspension (https://www.facebook.com/hotchkis1?ref=stream&hc_location=stream)


Congratulations to H-Team member Carl Casanova and Team Honor Flight Camaro (https://www.facebook.com/HonorFlightCamaro?directed_target_id=0) for their outstanding performance at VIRginia International Raceway (https://www.facebook.com/virnow?directed_target_id=0) today as part of the One Lap of America. Team HFC placed 1st and 2nd in class on the South and North courses and 1st in class on the full course. http://bit.ly/10ixU5h (http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F10ixU5h&h=8AQGlTq-hAQHpsDkl4KMkZus1zsOgrBR5RuuP23RwigsLaQ&s=1)

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[89 RS]

Thanks for the updates, great to follow the journey. That must be one awesome experience!

[GregWeld]

Good gawd those three guys are awesome!!!

[camcojb]

James Shipka (https://www.facebook.com/james.shipka?hc_location=stream)


What's your prediction for the Race today Mary?
My prediction?
Yes, your prediction
... Rain!


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Detroit Speed (https://www.facebook.com/detroitspeedinc?ref=stream&hc_location=stream)


Track looks inviting. Hope rain ends soon. #OLOA2013 #IRacing @DetroitSpeedInc


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[camcojb]

Brief cameos from Kyle Tucker, James, and Mary in this news clip.


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[camcojb]

Mary Pozzi (https://www.facebook.com/mary.pozzi.9) and James Shipka (https://www.facebook.com/james.shipka) were tagged in Honor Flight Camaro (https://www.facebook.com/HonorFlightCamaro?ref=stream)'s photo (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=562666387111827&set=a.513903398654793.119920.496274317084368&type=1).

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s480x480/480913_562666387111827_1051191493_n.jpg (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=562666387111827&set=at.513903398654793.119920.496274317084368.1484 537349.765632888&type=1&relevant_count=1&ref=nf)


In the wet at PIR and Jon finished first in class for Vintage American! We are now five points behind Jimi in the AMXess. Each finishing position has a five point difference, so it is game on in Vintage. Great job by all the cars as nobody went off and the track is in good shape, for now, as more rain and cold is predicted.

[Al Moreno]

Hey Jody, thanks for taking the time to keep us posted on all happenings.

[camcojb]

Hey Jody, thanks for taking the time to keep us posted on all happenings.
You're welcome Al!

Jimi Day (https://www.facebook.com/fm3marketing) shared Centerforce AMXess (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Centerforce-AMXess/410574689029981?ref=stream)'s photo (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=459106840843432&set=a.410590292361754.104343.410574689029981&type=1).


I like PA way better than VA! AMXess was flying this afternoon, only .3 separated us from Fast Mary Pozzi!
A solid third and second in class finish helped us to pad our second place lead over the Honor Flight Camaro
and pick up one overall position to 28th. Congrats to James James Shipka (https://www.facebook.com/james.shipka?directed_target_id=0) and Mary Pozzi (https://www.facebook.com/mary.pozzi.9?directed_target_id=0) for their 2013 One Lap
of America Vintage Class win!

http://www.lateral-g.net/temp/jimi.jpg




James Shipka (https://www.facebook.com/james.shipka?hc_location=stream)


West bound and down, headed for South Bend and the finish of the 2013 Tire Rack One Lap of America! 3,250 miles in the books -
sitting first in our class and 22nd overall. 250 miles and the dry skid pad ahead of us...

[camcojb]

Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!



James Shipka (https://www.facebook.com/james.shipka?hc_location=stream)


We did it!!! The OneLapCamaro is the 2013 Tire Rack One Lap of America Vintage American Class Champions! Congratulations to Jimi and Saroja on their second place finish and to Carl and Jon on their third place finish. The Vintage American Class was incredibly tough this year and it was an honor to spend a week with everyone!


https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/s480x480/946948_10151640144757889_1670127388_n.jpg (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151640144757889&set=a.427678782888.211965.765632888&type=1&relevant_count=1&ref=nf)

[GregWeld]

Awesome showing guys!!



Was there only three in the Vintage class? Joking of course.

[James OLC]

Jody - thanks for keeping this up! I have to apologize for not jumping in sooner but it was a long week and despite the marvels of technology there is only so much time in the day.

This was a great week for all three (six) of us. The Vintage American class was really tough this year - six cars started, five cars finished, and four cars made it to all of the events. Jimi and Saroja did a great job wheeling the Centerforce AMX despite dealing with a variety of issues over the week. Carl and Jon in the Honor Flight Camaro likewise rocked the event and ran a great race. I think that it says tons that Jimi and Carl were actually TIED for second in points with their final placement being determined by overall cumulative times.

I think that it also says a lot that between the three Pro-Touring cars (and actually all five competition drivers) we each had at least one personal first place finish during the week. It was great to be able to caravan during the transit stages and the One Lap organizers actually went out of their way to create a Muscle Car run group that included ourselves, the rest of the VA cars and a factory 5 Daytona coupe. I think everybody got a kick out of seeing the "old cars" holding their own with some incredible supercars.

For Mary and I this was a great event. We had no major mechanical issues (that kept us from competing) although the OLC will be down for the foreseeable future with a hurt engine and tired transmission. Going in to this year I was concerned about the mill and Daytona took its toll on us and the LS7 is done. We finished 21st overall - bracketed by a prepped Z06, a Panamera, a gutted 5th gen and an ACR Viper. This was our best finish ever and I'm really proud of Mary and the David's prep work on the old girl.

I was also really touched by the support thoughout the event. We had people come out to every event - often wearing our 2013 t-shirts - to show their support. On two occasions forum members chased us down at gas stops to talk and encourage us on. I never would have imagined such support and can't thank everybody enough.

I would be remiss, also, not to thank our sponsors - RideTech, HRE, Baer Brakes, Centerforce Clutches and of course Pro-Touring.com! I'm also thrilled that last time I had looked we had raised almost $16,000 for our charity - the EvenStart Foundation for Children. I'm glad that our love of Motorsports and competition can benefit such a worthy cause.

That said - thank you all and good night. We'll work on getting some pictures up later in the week once we've all made it home and gotten some much needed sleep.

Cheers

James

And yes :trophy-1302:

[waynieZ]

Congradulation's James and Mary.