Thunderhill Feb 28

[DBasher]

Anyone signed up or planning on attending? I plan on driving down and helping where I can. Not sure they'll run the full course but it'll be a good time either way!

:thumbsup:

[Chad-1stGen]

Anyone signed up or planning on attending? I plan on driving down and helping where I can. Not sure they'll run the full course but it'll be a good time either way!

:thumbsup:

I wish! I already have plans for both weekends of the west coast Optima events this year :/ They need to release next year's dates in the fall!

[Flash68]

I wish! I already have plans for both weekends of the west coast Optima events this year :/ They need to release next year's dates in the fall!

Boo Chad! Was hoping to see you up here....

[glassman]

I'm in, she should be done (less heads n cam) in time.

[Panteracer]

I'm in, she should be done (less heads n cam) in time.

Just set up my room today
Have a list of things to do on the
Firebird but could actually run it today

Panteracer

[GregWeld]

I just checked in with Jimi to see whether he thinks he'll have enough room in the paddock for my rig. If he does - then I'm going to roll over there just to harass the hell out of everyone. That's weather permitting of course. I'm not a big fan of rolling the rig in snow on mountain passes - but I'm hoping we're heading into spring like conditions by then.

I need to get the Mustang back to Sutton for some touchup work before NorCal Shelby in May anyway... this would give me an excuse to roll. Like I need one. LOL

[rustomatic]

New edit: Oh, it's the USCA thing. I had fun volunteering at the Laguna Seca event last year. I may go out to watch the autocross part--I'm interested to see where they'll put it. Otherwise, I'll save my dollars for some regular track days.

[GregWeld]

Who is putting on the event in February? I can't seem to find a listing at Thunderhill for any of the main track day groups. Trackmasters isn't even listing prices yet, and none of the others seem to have much going until March.

I'm trying to hold off until March, but I may be inclined to cheat on the last day of February...

With that in mind, one should always expect a good soaking in northern CA in February. It's kind of a thing...

Edit: I found the Chump Car listing. Nope...

Irony: $1000.00 race fee for a series that prides itself on junk cars...

Awesomeness: You can rent Thunderhill all for yourself in January ("off-peak times") for a $1000.00...





USCA.... their first event of the year.

[73CPCAMARO]

I will be there running my Camaro. It should be a great event. So many we're hoping USCA goes to Thunderhill, so let's get a huge turnout! :gitrdun:

[DBasher]

I will be there running my Camaro. It should be a great event. So many we're hoping USCA goes to Thunderhill, so let's get a huge turnout! :gitrdun:

See if you can pull Maier away from the business long enough to come play, Thunderhill is a great place to pick up parts!

Greg, Jimi said he's got plenty of room for you....just south of the main gate!:mock:

:thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

See if you can pull Maier away from the business long enough to come play, Thunderhill is a great place to pick up parts!

Greg, Jimi said he's got plenty of room for you....just south of the main gate!:mock:

:thumbsup:




I've spent many a night right where you reference! It's a dandy spot!

[craig510]

I'll be there with my little falcon.

[rustomatic]

I'm doing the one-day, Saturday . . . not looking forward to stickers, though, as they may de-emphasize my hard-earned dents . . .

[Ron Sutton]

My girls (Wife & Daughter) & I will be there displaying for Ron Sutton Race Technology.

Hoping folks will stop by, say "hi" & check out some of my cool stuff.


:hello:

[Panteracer]

Rustomatic
I am putting vinyl on my car to cover
The road rash. Love the patina cars

Ron
Look forward to finally meeting you

Bob

[Ron Sutton]

Rustomatic
I am putting vinyl on my car to cover
The road rash. Love the patina cars

Ron
Look forward to finally meeting you

Bob


Cool Bob. Come by & chat with me.

:cheers:

[RPitts]

Just signed up. 69 not done yet so going to bring ZL1 should be a blast!

Rob

[GregWeld]

I'll be there with the rig just to bug the hell out of everyone!! LOL

[rustomatic]

Bob, your cars are too nice--maybe we could hook you up with a vinyl wrap that looks like patina . . . perhaps there's money in this idea . . .

Rustomatic
I am putting vinyl on my car to cover
The road rash. Love the patina cars

Ron
Look forward to finally meeting you

Bob

[Panteracer]

I like the Patina Vinyl Wrap Idea
I have seen some guys try to replicate the Patina look
and failed big time.. I still have a thing for the Rat rods
or Trucks.. hope to do one some day but getting these
other cars ready to race takes too much time..

Bob

[DRJDVM's '69]

Thinking of coming up as a spectator...so where is everyone staying?

[JakeR]

We will be there with our Camaro, hoping to stay in our rig at the track.

[Panteracer]

We have been staying at the Baymont Inn 530 934-9700
recently.. a lot of Norcal Shelby and Checkered flag guys
stay there.. all are just Motels really ... Not sure if Optima
has a host hotel/motel

Bob

[pro71bird]

We have a room at the Holiday Inn.

[clill]

Holiday inn is the nicest

[Sieg]

At this point I'm trying to make it down there. It's a 400 mile drive and if I go I'll leave here at 3:30-4 p.m. on Friday and leave the track around 5 p.m. on Sunday. :knokwood:

[MattO]

I live about an hour from the track, so I'll be commuting. I MIGHT be able to convince a friend of my dad's to let me sleep on his couch and cut that commute by 40 mins lol

EDIT: Oh yea, Dad is coming too. Greg, pack some bigger pants in case they have kettle corn there lol

[Msracing89]

Thinking of coming up as a spectator...so where is everyone staying?

Jimi said the Baymont Inn is the spot. So we booked there. No group rate though, but oh well....we are in.

[GregWeld]

Jimi said the Baymont Inn is the spot. So we booked there. No group rate though, but oh well....we are in.




Charley was correct when he said the Holiday Inn Express is the spot.... It's newer and nicer. Don't know what the price difference is.

[DBasher]

My pops and I stayed at some two story building with a bunch of rooms next to a Mexican restaurant. It was decent and I didn't catch anything, good enough!

:thumbsup:

[00fxd]

I would like to volunteer. I sent Larry an app but have not heard back ...

Edit: I have heard back. They need vol's...

[MattO]

Looks like a decent turnout. So there will be plenty of witnesses to my stupidity :twak:

[DBasher]

Looks like a decent turnout. So there will be plenty of witnesses to my stupidity :twak:

You've got a bad ass lil truck Matt and plenty of seat time, even if is just commuting! Be sure to take advantage of the expert drivers on the autox and road course, it may be the best part of the weekend!

Oh and don't forget to smile for the camera!
:cheers:

[Sieg]

Looks like a decent turnout. So there will be plenty of witnesses to my stupidity :twak:

:flashie: :flashie: :flashie:


.........Document. :D

[GregWeld]

My rig is loaded up! Will be there early Thursday morning.... Bringing my best camera so I can document all the "happenings" ---- That camera is Sieg. All I have to do is cook. LOL

[DEIGuy38]

I will be there as a spectator on Saturday.

[Sieg]

My rig is loaded up! Will be there early Thursday morning.... Bringing my best camera so I can document all the "happenings" ---- That camera is Sieg. All I have to do is cook. LOL

:headscratch: :flashie: :stirthepot:

FWIW - Current forecast dictates warmer than usual clothing.

[camcojb]

My rig is loaded up! Will be there early Thursday morning.... Bringing my best camera so I can document all the "happenings" ---- That camera is Sieg. All I have to do is cook. LOL
So I guess Sieg is going. :popcorn2:

[GregWeld]

So I guess Sieg is going. :popcorn2:

Or coming --- which ever wording you prefer... I'm hoping he's going to be there so we can all have good pics!


Hobaugh will bring my new "race car" (hardly what I'd call it, but whatever) and I'll drop the Mustang off with Sutton on Monday ---- so all in a good weekends worth of work.

[Sieg]

So I guess Sieg is going. :popcorn2::secret: :sieg: :secret:

[DBasher]

We're headed down from the Seattle area Friday morning and should be rolling in right around dinner time. Anybody know if we have access to the track on Friday night?

Greg, did Jimi find you a spot on the grounds or will you be out front? It'd be nice to use the roof top again to get a birds eye view for Sunday.

Looks to be a good size turn out so far. Quite a few non GM and a handful of 2nd gen camaros which is cool. Hanging at the track, seeing friends and picking up more cool parts...what more could you want?

:thumbsup:

[James OLC]

After an eventful couple of weeks working with Ron Sutton and with the help of the guys at Raymond's Performance it looks like we're set for this weekend! We've made more changes than I'd care to remember... Hope we've gone the right way. Should be fun regardless!

[GregWeld]

After an eventful couple of weeks working with Ron Sutton and with the help of the guys at Raymond's Performance it looks like we're set for this weekend! We've made more changes than I'd care to remember... Hope we've gone the right way. Should be fun regardless!


If you did what he laid out for you... and you didn't vary.... you'll be a happy man!

[rustomatic]

The Sacramento-area weather people have predicted a "chance" of conditions that should make the Northwest-types feel at home . . . bring your umbrellas.

[efs69]

We're headed down from the Seattle area Friday morning and should be rolling in right around dinner time. Anybody know if we have access to the track on Friday night?

Greg, did Jimi find you a spot on the grounds or will you be out front? It'd be nice to use the roof top again to get a birds eye view for Sunday.

Looks to be a good size turn out so far. Quite a few non GM and a handful of 2nd gen camaros which is cool. Hanging at the track, seeing friends and picking up more cool parts...what more could you want?

:thumbsup:

I am rolling in in the evening on Friday as well and the track told me that the gates will be open late.

[efs69]

After an eventful couple of weeks working with Ron Sutton and with the help of the guys at Raymond's Performance it looks like we're set for this weekend! We've made more changes than I'd care to remember... Hope we've gone the right way. Should be fun regardless!

Looking forward to seeing it in action!

[Track Junky]

Be safe going in to turn 1 people. Its an off camber short sweeper and you may enter at a high rate of speed since its at the end of a fairly long straight. If you enter incorrectly say by letting your foot off the throttle suddenly then turning you will lighten up the rear end and possibly spin. Especially a concern with 200 tw tires.

Come up on T1 carefully by hugging the k rail on the right side and then steady turn in aiming for and touching the inside curb mid late apex.

When approaching T1 keep a look out on the opposite side of the k rail where cars typically enter the track. Best time to look for cars entering track is when you are going down the straight and begin viewing the start/finish tower.

I'm sure the flaggers and pre-grid folk will be in full communication but just something to be aware of.

Have fun and keep the shiny side up :thumbsup:

[Psydwaze]

Be safe going in to turn 1 people.

I saw a Porsche go off track at the exit of T1 a few years back. I'm sure he gave the corner worker quite the scare when the car hit the tire barrier sideways with enough force to send the car airborne. Turn 8 is another one to be weary of, the high-speed left-hand kink. Not a difficult turn, but running too wide on exit will have you mowing grass until you scrub off speed.

[GregWeld]

I saw a Porsche go off track at the exit of T1 a few years back. I'm sure he gave the corner worker quite the scare when the car hit the tire barrier sideways with enough force to send the car airborne. Turn 8 is another one to be weary of, the high-speed left-hand kink. Not a difficult turn, but running too wide on exit will have you mowing grass until you scrub off speed.



You only run wide there on exit if you missed the apex.... people get lazy... and they'll pay for it when they do.

The other one that will get people is T9 when they freak out and do a big lift before going over the blind crest... LOL

Or T3 -- when they enter too hot and lift on the off camber....

This is going to be GREAT!!

EVERYONE SHOULD READ THE TRACK PRIMER AVAILABLE TO ALL VIA THE TRACK WEBSITE. It's a great track -- and is very safe because there's not much to hit ---- if you DO go off track.

[Panteracer]

Just checked the weather for Willows
Friday pm is showers
Sunny Saturday and Sunday
Just enough to knock the dust of things:)

Loaded mine on the Trailer last night
heading out noon friday from the bay area

Bob

[glassman]

Be safe going in to turn 1 people. Its an off camber short sweeper and you may enter at a high rate of speed since its at the end of a fairly long straight. If you enter incorrectly say by letting your foot off the throttle suddenly then turning you will lighten up the rear end and possibly spin. Especially a concern with 200 tw tires.

Come up on T1 carefully by hugging the k rail on the right side and then steady turn in aiming for and touching the inside curb mid late apex.

When approaching T1 keep a look out on the opposite side of the k rail where cars typically enter the track. Best time to look for cars entering track is when you are going down the straight and begin viewing the start/finish tower.

I'm sure the flaggers and pre-grid folk will be in full communication but just something to be aware of.

Have fun and keep the shiny side up :thumbsup:


Yep Yep. That was the only turn that made my "Kohoni's" tingle. Least theres not a K rail on the outside of that turn.....Might be damp up there too, that should make it interesting.....

[Panteracer]

Turn 1
If for some reason you are going to go off do not
pull it back quickly or turn hard... they rolled two
new subaru's on the same weekend a bunch of
years back trying do that exact thing

Like our Camaro buddy says get the Apex right and
you should be able to ease thru in 4th.. then pin it
down to turn 2 for hard braking and a downshift

Bob

[rustomatic]

I live on a road with frequently replaced guardrails . . . the new ones sometimes last a month before getting new dents. I like how shiny the new ones are--they're kind of like Christmas decorations in the turns.

The word you were looking for, Glassman, is cojones.:poke:

Yep Yep. That was the only turn that made my "Kohoni's" tingle. Least theres not a K rail on the outside of that turn.....Might be damp up there too, that should make it interesting.....

[rustomatic]

That's better than what I heard this morning, Bob. Here's hoping!

Is it wrong if I haul my car with a truck I sold earlier in the week? I've only received a deposit thus far . . .

Just checked the weather for Willows
Friday pm is showers
Sunny Saturday and Sunday
Just enough to knock the dust of things:)

Loaded mine on the Trailer last night
heading out noon friday from the bay area

Bob

[Track Junky]

Gregs there now. Hot dogs are on the grill. :D

[GregWeld]

Gregs there now. Hot dogs are on the grill. :D



Bastard!! LOL



The weather is fine!!!! Come on down!!


It's going to be a great weekend and there's room for a couple more cars to join in the fun! Call your buddies and tell them to get up here!!

[Track Junky]

If they allow exhibition I'll run both days. Not swapping my Hoosiers for 200 tw tires. Just not practical for me.

[GregWeld]

The word you were looking for, Glassman, is cojones.:poke:



He'll still be looking..... for them.

[craig510]

That's better than what I heard this morning, Bob. Here's hoping!

Is it wrong if I haul my car with a truck I sold earlier in the week? I've only received a deposit thus far . . .

Only if you crash it.

[GregWeld]

Everybody get here! It's lonely and lovely..... NEED CARS AND DRIVERS!!! LOL







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[Sieg]

I'm peddling as fast as I can :excited:

[Panteracer]

Glassman,
you should try the backside offcamber turn after the straight
It takes a while to figure out.. but for me I love the twisty
turns on that new section.. Not running this time for Optima

Bob

[DBasher]

I'm peddling as fast as I can :excited:

I haven't looked at the list in a few days, are you running the Camaro or just coming down for the fun of it all?

[Flash68]

I haven't looked at the list in a few days, are you running the Camaro or just coming down for the fun of it all?

Basher.. whatever you do.. don't ask him about his e brake. :underchair:

[DBasher]

Uh oh...maybe I should check his thread first.

Weld's got a back up to the back up race car, well a car that's a back up for a race car, er uh...a girls car that has sticky tires and is street legal...that'd be fun to see! :D

Whatever the case it'll be a good time!
:thumbsup:

[glassman]

Should be getting in right after lunch on fri.....time to get slideways...

[rustomatic]

If it rains, are we allowed to have beer? Once you get past all the Camaros, there's not a lot to see in Willows, even if it's raining . . .

Does Weld's family truckster have a huge awning that we can all fit under? Is there a restaurant or an arcade in that thing?

Seriously, I'm hoping it won't be raining, but I'll still run if it does, regardless of how pretty my car is (not) . . . the cones should probably farther apart, however . . .

Oh, crap. Must one's raincoat be fireproof?

[MattO]

Sunday looks to be clear, but Saturday looks to be spotted showers.

[pro71bird]

Everybody get here! It's lonely and lovely..... NEED CARS AND DRIVERS!!! LOL







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Greg - How is the weather today, any rain showers?

[MattO]

Looks like a really good chance that we'll be getting a light showering all day. Most rainfall in the very early and late parts of the day. With a crap load of luck, it will be short in both instances and the track can dry out quickly.

I'm bringing a leaf blower, just in case. Gonna do my part to dry off some tarmac :D

[GregWeld]

No rain - missed us by a mile!

[Sieg]

Quick teaser......

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[camcojb]

Nice pics Scott. :thumbsup:

[Track Junky]

Great pics Sieg!! Looking forward to seeing more. :thumbsup:

[MattO]

See you guys in about 6 hours. Dad and I are driving out from Sac at 5am.

[SSLance]

Great pics Scott, thanks for posting them.

Do you know who has this Class C motorhome pulling the blue F body on the open trailer?

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-xdwxpng/0/XL/i-xdwxpng-XL.jpg

I'd love to exchange ideas with them about their setup as I'm trying to do something very similar and keep getting conflicting answers. Would be very helpful to talk with someone that actually has the same setup.

Have fun out there today everyone!! #jealous

[clill]

Looks like Glassman..

[SSLance]

That's what I was thinking also, but wasn't sure. Thanks...

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Looks like Glassman..

no, cause he'd be next to weld's rig.

[GregWeld]

no, cause he'd be next to weld's rig.





No - because I brought my 1911 and so did Sieg.......

[Richio1]

Hope you guys are having fun.

Rain with hale blowing through Napa right now so hurry up.

[DBasher]

Having a blast! The weather has been nothing but perfect...and the people in this hobby are some of the best!
:happy23:

[Sieg]

1675 pics today......not enough bandwidth to upload. Sorry!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

No - because I brought my 1911 and so did Sieg.......

ROFT :lol:

[glassman]

Yep, dis was me with the F body behind the class c...That coach doesn't even know its following me.....What a fun weekend. Weather and the people were fantastic. Great times....Pics a comin. From me and Sieg...I didn't take much as it was pretty busy competing.

Car did fair with the new set up. I can no longer outdrive the car, it out drove me. The cure, more saddle time. Fried something in the clutch assembly though, doing something weird, at the end of the main stretch, after turn one, it felt like the clutch was slipping (motor revs with nothing getting transfered to the wheels, like a slipping clutch) but then it would come back at turns 4-5 and be fine until the next time i went down the main straight. The clutch also became hard to push in during that weird time, then it was fine....thinking it may be throwout bearing related....:thumbsup:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Yep, dis was me with the F body behind the class c...That coach doesn't even know its following me.....What a fun weekend. Weather and the people were fantastic. Great times....Pics a comin. From me and Sieg...I didn't take much as it was pretty busy competing.

Car did fair with the new set up. I can no longer outdrive the car, it out drove me. The cure, more saddle time. Fried something in the clutch assembly though, doing something weird, at the end of the main stretch, after turn one, it felt like the clutch was slipping (motor revs with nothing getting transfered to the wheels, like a slipping clutch) but then it would come back at turns 4-5 and be fine until the next time i went down the main straight. The clutch also became hard to push in during that weird time, then it was fine....thinking it may be throwout bearing related....:thumbsup:

What clutch master Mike? Stock 4th gen? You may need a drill out and a larger hose, then get the ait out. Common.

[Sieg]

Left T-Hill at 6 pm and 398 miles later pulled in the driveway at 11:44 pm.........Dogs loved, truck's unloaded, celebratory whiskey is poured.......time to start uploading photos.

What a great energy packed weekend!

Jimi Day and his crew have really created something special IMO. The venues are exceptional, the company's and their representatives (owners in numerous cases) supporting USCA are second to none. The drivers that are committed to making as many events across the Nation as possible are hard driving, hard core competitors with a lot of talent. They are all very accessible, accommodating, and enthusiastic about the sport and life in general and it's infectious. There are so many great people supporting and attending these events yet words just cannot accurately describe the atmosphere, you have to engage and experience it firsthand to really understand what has been created in the last few years.

From my observations the regional competitors that entered and competed had a weekend they'll never forget or regret, the financial and scheduling efforts appeared to be well worth the effort. Observing and talking with the drivers, support crew, and family members attending was such positive energy that it's hard to describe.........hopefully my photographs will accurately depict what I've attempted to quickly summarize after a 6 hour solo night drive. :thumbsup:

Be patient as it will take a few hours just to upload the files (guessing 3,500 images) and about a week to weed the images and edit the trophies........back to my celebratory glass. :cheers:

[rickpaw]

Looking forward to the pictures Scott. Sounds like everyone had a great time.

[SSLance]

Yep, dis was me with the F body behind the class c...That coach doesn't even know its following me.....What a fun weekend. Weather and the people were fantastic. Great times....Pics a comin. From me and Sieg...I didn't take much as it was pretty busy competing.

Car did fair with the new set up. I can no longer outdrive the car, it out drove me. The cure, more saddle time. Fried something in the clutch assembly though, doing something weird, at the end of the main stretch, after turn one, it felt like the clutch was slipping (motor revs with nothing getting transfered to the wheels, like a slipping clutch) but then it would come back at turns 4-5 and be fine until the next time i went down the main straight. The clutch also became hard to push in during that weird time, then it was fine....thinking it may be throwout bearing related....:thumbsup:


Thanks Mike, I'll either PM you or start another thread with my pulling with a Class C questions...

Sounds like it was yet another great event put on by the USCA. Glad the weather held out for you all. The track looked FUN from the few videos I've seen of it. The autocross curse looked a bit short and tight though and I don't think I've seen any videos of the speed stop yet. How'd you fair in Saturday's events? had you ever done a Speed Stop before?

Hope you get your clutch ills figured out quickly and painlessly.

[SSLance]

Be patient as it will take a few hours just to upload the files (guessing 3,500 images) and about a week to weed the images and edit the trophies........back to my celebratory glass. :cheers:




Patience my arse...I wanna see pics!!!!

Just kidding, I'll just wait patiently over here in the corner...

[clill]

How did everyone like Thunderhill ? It's a great track. I'd like to hear from those that ran it for the first time.

[glassman]

Thanks Mike, I'll either PM you or start another thread with my pulling with a Class C questions...

Sounds like it was yet another great event put on by the USCA. Glad the weather held out for you all. The track looked FUN from the few videos I've seen of it. The autocross curse looked a bit short and tight though and I don't think I've seen any videos of the speed stop yet. How'd you fair in Saturday's events? had you ever done a Speed Stop before?

Hope you get your clutch ills figured out quickly and painlessly.

I've never done a speed stop before, other than what i can "legally" do around here, so i gave it my best shot and outa 5 runs my first was the best (still sucked). The auto cross, in my run group (evens) i finished 5th outa 15, over all 15 outa 24. 4th time doing autocross and first time in the car with the new set up. The road course is what i wanted, ran in the intermediate group, got some good runs in (14 laps total) and really started feeling the car come around when the clutch went byby.....i finished about mid pack oa (middle of intermediate, so middle of everybody running)....

[Sieg]

Patience my arse...I wanna see pics!!!!

Just kidding, I'll just wait patiently over here in the corner...

:twak:

I went to sleep at 2 am with the first batch of 2372 uploading, woke up at 6 and their still not done........the other batch of 1064 should go much faster......LOL!

[Panteracer]

Just wanted to let everyone know this was a
great event for all who attended. I brought up
a couple of buddies and thanked them many times
for helping me out.. they kept thanking me for letting
them come along. One buddy did a lot of videos from
many angles with my new go pro so hope to post soon

Lots of action for those running and watching
A bunch of Lateral g guys and many vendors with
a lot of info if you ask questions
... Jimmy and the Optima crew did a great job.. he said they had
roughly 80 entries and 14 newbees....

Everyone should come out and support these guys
and RUN YOUR CARS.. THAT IS WHY WE BUILD THEM

My goal was to try and sort my car out and try to
get familiar with it after not really running it much for 10 years
plus... I also changed everything so it was a new car to me

We did 13 stop box runs and during that time had a buddy
we met a few years ago at Good guys that worked with
Herb Adams on their racing program in the early days...Harry
Quackenbush.. great guy with a lot of knowledge

I had Nittos and started with pressures at 38/34 we kept dropping
them until we were at 23/21...Seemed all wrong to me but it worked

Then we went to the Autocross and started tweaking shocks
again 13 or 14 runs and worked up and down getting the car
to turn thru the bump at the big right hander before the finish straight

Finally got the driver (me) to get more aggressive and dropped
over .6 on the second to last run... wish I had a few more at that
time.... but to tell you the truth I was tired.. running for 3 hours at
each event was a lot of seat time

Great day and great people everywhere
I did not run the Track on Sunday as the rear brakes still
do not seem to be working.. need to do some valving
and my gearing is not right yet

9th out of 24 in stop box and 12th out of 24 in autocross (Vintage Class)
not a bad day for an old driver and car that is still progressing
and learning how to dial it in and change things while you are
at the track.. something I have been watching Mike Maier do
for years! Guess that is why he is so fast

They added Vegas the weekend of April 25/26 to their Qualifiers

Bob

[pro71bird]

We had a great time and it was good meeting some of you folks. Sieg was all over the place taking photos and we met Greg chilling near his rig.

As a first timer on a road course, I was somewhat nervous about pushing the truck on the track, but I quickly became comfortable with the help of Barry, one of the instructors. Unfortunately, on the third session, I cracked a front brake rotor and called it a day.

This event was well organized and "ON TIME" which Jimi pointed out several times. The USCA crew did a great job and I will participate at future events.

PS - Just looked at the overall standings and am very happy with placing 36th out of 67 competitors. Yee Haw!

[efs69]

Great event! Met some more great people. It was a bit of a haul for me (just over 8 hours) but I had a blast. The auto cross was tight and short and was more a game of finesse and I managed to come in mid pack for the vintage class. Not bad cosidering I took Mary Pozzi on a cone eating firtst run. the speed stop was fun and I was getting my times down and on my fastest run I ended up with a flat front tire. I had it checked at the tire center and we could not find anything. so I had him break it down and remount it anyway. by the time this was done the session ended so I could not improve the time.

The road course was challenging because of the blind turns, elevation and camber changes. I took it easy trying to figure out the lines and to get more comfortable. As the sessions progressed the times dropped. The instructor gave me the lines to follow and all was going well until the same tire unset the bead through the chicane. No drama in the car or of track excursion so i limped it back to the pit. End of the day for me. Burned up a new Falken and damaged a wheel.

Thanks for noticing that my car was leaning Jimi!! LOL

Great experience at a great track at a great event.

[MattO]

This was a really well organized event at a great venue. I don't think that they could have had a better start to their new season than they did here at Thunderhill. Everything went smoothly and started on time.

my personal favorite thing was all the time I got with instructors. I worked with 3 different gentlemen throughout the weekend and each one was able to help me improve steadily. On the AutoX I was able to knock off a solid 3sec from my time, and 10sec out on the road course, but better than that, I learned how to be smooth and confident.

All in all, an amazing weekend.

EDIT: Oh yea, almost forgot, thanks for keeping Dad entertained this weekend too. He had a great time.

[efs69]

I've never done a speed stop before, other than what i can "legally" do around here, so i gave it my best shot and outa 5 runs my first was the best (still sucked). The auto cross, in my run group (evens) i finished 5th outa 15, over all 15 outa 24. 4th time doing autocross and first time in the car with the new set up. The road course is what i wanted, ran in the intermediate group, got some good runs in (14 laps total) and really started feeling the car come around when the clutch went byby.....i finished about mid pack oa (middle of intermediate, so middle of everybody running)....

Mike, great meeting you out there. Thanks again to you and your wife on the hospitality. The great thing about these events is that we can see what and where we need to improve in our technique and our vehicles. Here's a shot I took of your car.

[efs69]

:twak:

I went to sleep at 2 am with the first batch of 2372 uploading, woke up at 6 and their still not done........the other batch of 1064 should go much faster......LOL!

Scott, I know the feeling. Drove for over 8 hours with the last 3 and change in the rain. Then I had to unload everything and get up really early for work!:faint:

Great talking to you out there!!!

Look forward to the 3000 pictures....I'd better put a weekend aside lol

[Sieg]

Having been a victim of multiple meatball flags on a Saturday/Sunday last year due to popping the sound meter at T-Hill with a 1.8 litre Toyota motor while multiple people are running Cup cars with boom tubes and not getting flagged, I thought this was a very appropriate place for this sign.

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-sgF7skn/1/X2/i-sgF7skn-X2.jpg

Though on that particular Saturday and Sunday there was another place I would have liked to have stuck that sign. :unibrow:

[Sieg]

How did everyone like Thunderhill ? It's a great track. I'd like to hear from those that ran it for the first time.

From the multiple first time drivers I asked they really liked it.

[Sieg]

Scott, I know the feeling. Drove for over 8 hours with the last 3 and change in the rain. Then I had to unload everything and get up really early for work!:faint:

Great talking to you out there!!!

Look forward to the 3000 pictures....I'd better put a weekend aside lol

It was really a pleasure meeting the two of you!!! :thumbsup:

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-5KzSNHk/0/XL/i-5KzSNHk-XL.jpg

If anyone is curious.........this car and driver package are impressive. :cheers:

[JakeR]

From the multiple first time drivers I asked they really liked it.

Yep it was my first time there and I really liked it, nice and challenging with good elevation change, a variety of high and low speed corners and some beautiful scenery to top it all off. No complaints here! Definitely a track I would like the series to go back to.

[glassman]

Yep it was my first time there and I really liked it, nice and challenging with good elevation change, a variety of high and low speed corners and some beautiful scenery to top it all off. No complaints here! Definitely a track I would like the series to go back to.

Jake, you kicked butt out there!! Congrats on the sucess. And its nice to have you on here....

Great weekend...

[glassman]

Mike, great meeting you out there. Thanks again to you and your wife on the hospitality. The great thing about these events is that we can see what and where we need to improve in our technique and our vehicles. Here's a shot I took of your car.

Yeah it was greatin meeting you out there too. I still hear your car start, music to my ears.

Ladies and gentlemen, his car sounds bada$$. and is. But you need at least 4 wheels to be competitive....:underchair: :D

[Sieg]

My humble apologies for the rank amatuer video.........just appreciate how good the pros are!

QXdlhA6dayc

[RPitts]

Great weekend! Met some great people a lot from this site. Can't wait for the next one. Next year with my 69!

[Motormouth]

Great weekend! What an awesome event! Nice to meet a bunch of the members on here. Good times!
:cheers:

[DBasher]

Good times:thumbsup:
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[Sieg]

Basher......love how you went black and white, it's such a lost art these days. Obviously it's making a come back! #TrendSetter

[DBasher]

Hardy har har Sieg! Thanks for the help with the set up, I've got 1300 or so shots and maybe 20 decent ones.....Just killing time until you post the pro shots!:popcorn2:

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[Sieg]

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-2XhXBGd/0/XL/i-2XhXBGd-XL.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-V2ZHgCs/0/XL/i-V2ZHgCs-XL.jpg

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http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-2sZtHTz/0/X2/i-2sZtHTz-X2.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-dzcnc9V/0/X2/i-dzcnc9V-X2.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-KJqpdt9/0/XL/i-KJqpdt9-XL.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Hk7ngjT/0/XL/i-Hk7ngjT-XL.jpg

[GregWeld]

For the unwashed ---- That would be MRS. David Pozzi in the back of Kyle Newman's wagon.... for a "ride along" of all the instructors on the Auto X...

There was a nasty 180* up at the top of the course -- where Mrs Pozzi (AKA "stick you bitch" - AKA Mary) --- took a "ride" from one side of the car to the other.... Some verbiage such as ".......THAT HURT......" was mumbled... LOL








http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-KJqpdt9/0/XL/i-KJqpdt9-XL.jpg

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[Sieg]

One facebook I asked Mary how many bruises Kyle inflicted on her.........

A frickin' lot. And new ones are sprouting with every day. Remind me to never do that again!!!

[pro71bird]

How did everyone like Thunderhill ? It's a great track. I'd like to hear from those that ran it for the first time.

:y0!: First time at this track and I LOVED it! Look forward to going back, probably at a Hooked on Driving event.

[Sieg]

:y0!: First time at this track and I LOVED it! Look forward to going back, probably at a Hooked on Driving event.

Dude........Nice Truck! :D

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-BcHxZsJ/1/XL/i-BcHxZsJ-XL.jpg

[camcojb]

Dude........Nice Truck! :D


Yep, and fast too!! :thumbsup:

http://www.lateral-g.net/pics/ousci_thunderhill2015_lightning.jpg

[Smittys67]

What a great event!! Had a blast Jimi and crew did a great job as always. Now back to reality in Ohio snow and freezing rain sucks.

[James OLC]

I agree Chris (and everyone else) - it was a great event. The facility was excellent and as always Jimi and the crew did an awesome job of keeping things moving over the weekend. Perfect weather, a great track, and lots of good friends - what more could anyone ask for?

[Sieg]

Yep, and fast too!! :thumbsup:
You just HAD to post a bigger picture than me huh? :hello:


As a moderator it is my job to please ask you to resize the image :captain1:



:underchair:

[camcojb]

As a moderator it is my job to please ask you to resize the image :captain1:



:underchair:
Well you can ask... :lol:

[DBasher]

While we wait for the real "Pecker" to show up....
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[GregWeld]

I agree Chris (and everyone else) - it was a great event. The facility was excellent and as always Jimi and the crew did an awesome job of keeping things moving over the weekend. Perfect weather, a great track, and lots of good friends - what more could anyone ask for?

A fresh motor????????

[DBasher]

http://i728.photobucket.com/albums/ww281/basherboys/Mobile%20Uploads/455.jpg (http://s728.photobucket.com/user/basherboys/media/Mobile%20Uploads/455.jpg.html)
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Would've been great as a color shot....just sayin
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The two fastest vintage cars.....awesome!
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[DBasher]

Thanks to Greg, lunch was served both days. It was a great time to catch up and get to know some of the people in this community. Thanks again GW!
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And just for fun...his new clown car.
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[glassman]

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Arrival Fri eve

In line for the cone zone

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Cool shot of my daughter on the road rally portion

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My pit crew:

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Getting ready for the fun:

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Sieg's golf course at Thunderhill

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Only lonely road shot got

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[Sieg]

Would've been great as a color shot....just sayin

I'm here to help.......I can't read the manual for you though. :slingshot:

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-nRSGK43/0/X2/i-nRSGK43-X2.jpg

[camcojb]

Only lonely road shot I got


Here's a few more

[amyteshima]

I volunteered this Saturday and had a great time. Here are a few of my favorite photos I took this weekend.:)

Beautiful sunset upon arrival, this photo took itself (riding the wind turbine bandwagon):
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8565/16710656652_a664d6d7f1_c.jpg

JDP’s Frankey rolling out:
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8610/16525586939_552f54be32_c.jpg

Hi Sieg!:hello:
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8598/16685771446_5b20f55300_c.jpg

Road rally landscapes:
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8613/16525573189_907cbb578d_c.jpg
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8568/16524294360_eda86506b5_c.jpg

240Z spitting fire:
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8662/16711691725_2f3af742f7_c.jpg

I have a soft spot for Datsuns…Spirit of the Event winner:
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8605/16710406301_5ee5732f6f_c.jpg

My camera couldn’t get enough of this car. So photogenic:
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8656/16091743503_a9dc709186_c.jpg

Probably my favorite driver (also my ride to the event):
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8582/16710622892_079190d70d_c.jpg

It’s safe to say I fell in love with this car:
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8665/16504407367_9364fc8948_c.jpg

Here's my Flickr album (https://www.flickr.com/photos/66614090@N05/sets/72157651145612662/) of the rest of the photos I edited from this weekend.

[DBasher]

Great shots Amy! I think we shared spots a few times on Sunday during the expert runs. Besides little and silver, what kind of camera were you using?
:thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

I took my camera..... does that count??


Too busy prepping for lunch and loaning tools to ever get it out!!

[Sieg]

I volunteered this Saturday and had a great time. Here are a few of my favorite photos I took this weekend.:)

Hi Amy! :hello:

Welcome to Lat-G!!! :theresa:

Thank you very much for volunteering at the event, you obviously understand the importance. :thumbsup:

Thanks for sharing the photos and album.....You have a great eye for composition. :bow: I really enjoy seeing other's perspectives through the lens of the same subject opportunities. Especially different genders and age groups, it emphasizes our similarities and uniqueness.

I must say you choose your rides to events quite wisely. I've really enjoyed getting to know Jake, albeit short, hid future is exciting!


Lastly, thanks for the photo, I've taken thousands at the events and have very few of myself and that one I really appreciate!

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-9xfR2MT/0/X2/i-9xfR2MT-X2.jpg

[WSSix]

Man that looks like a fun place to race. Great pictures everyone. Thanks for posting them.

[Sieg]

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-HbZrKPB/0/X2/i-HbZrKPB-X2.jpg

[camcojb]

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-HbZrKPB/0/X2/i-HbZrKPB-X2.jpg
I need your pics so I can finish my article. :thumbsup:

[glassman]

Thanx Jody for the pics of me on the road course, i was really hoping for some, i havent figured out how to "drive" yet, let alone takes pics of me and my car on the road course while driving lol....

Sieg, that infield shot of the Rozellemobile is steller, infield great shot.....

[Sieg]

I need your pics so I can finish my article. :thumbsup:

I'm tweaking and editing as fast as I can boss........every spare minute. My support team didn't exactly cover house chores while I was gone! :guns:

[Sieg]

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-RPx56JW/0/XL/i-RPx56JW-XL.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-8FHT9nV/1/XL/i-8FHT9nV-XL.jpg

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[intocarss]

Thanx Jody for the pics of me on the road course, i was really hoping for some, i havent figured out how to "drive" yet, let alone takes pics of me and my car on the road course while driving lol....

Sieg, that infield shot of the Rozellemobile is steller, infield great shot..... Holding your line and taking a "selfi" at 150 can be troublesome :thumbsup:

[Panteracer]

Great shots of your car Glassman.. it does
look at home on the track

Taking a pic at 150...
I used to ride CR500's with two brothers
when we went over to pick the one brother up
he had a picture of his speedo on his Yamaha R1
that he took out on highway 5 at 186 mph.. not
sure how he even held on to the camera

Bob

[JakeR]

gotta love that optional corner, right Sieg? :D

Great pic of our little jack russell too!

[SSLance]

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-HbZrKPB/0/X2/i-HbZrKPB-X2.jpg


Why would one not cut that corner off like Jake is doing here? Other than not hitting the rumble strips, is there any other reason to stay "on course" there?

[amyteshima]

Great shots Amy! I think we shared spots a few times on Sunday during the expert runs. Besides little and silver, what kind of camera were you using?
:thumbsup:

I was using my Fujifilm X20 this weekend. It will be my go-to until I can scrape together the funds for a DSLR... :)

[Sieg]

gotta love that optional corner, right Sieg? :D

Great pic of our little jack russell too!

That is one tricky corner! I know you can understand how much fun it is on a bike carrying the front across the wasteland!

What's your pup's name? I loved his demeanor!

[Sieg]

I was using my Fujifilm X20 this weekend. It will be my go-to until I can scrape together the funds for a DSLR... :)

Amy that little camera's light meter appears to work exceptionally well! Not to mention the zoom range it appears to have. :thumbsup:

[amyteshima]

Thanks for sharing the photos and album.....You have a great eye for composition. :bow: I really enjoy seeing other's perspectives through the lens of the same subject opportunities. Especially different genders and age groups, it emphasizes our similarities and uniqueness.


Thank you! I've found that there are very few photos a good crop couldn't save... I've also been enjoying seeing everybody else's photos, so many moments I missed over the weekend that I can now enjoy through another's lens.


Lastly, thanks for the photo, I've taken thousands at the events and have very few of myself and that one I really appreciate!


An unfortunate consequence of being the one behind the camera. I'm glad you liked it, the photographer deserves some limelight too!

[Sieg]

Thank you! I've found that there are very few photos a good crop couldn't save... I've also been enjoying seeing everybody else's photos, so many moments I missed over the weekend that I can now enjoy through another's lens.
When in doubt zoom out! We're thinking alike while reviewing images, many times it looked like we were shadowing each other. So many options, so little time!

An unfortunate consequence of being the one behind the camera. I'm glad you liked it, the photographer deserves some limelight too!
Truth, though in essence we like to be snipers in the shadows so not to distract the subject though it's nice to get caught occasionally. :)

Thanks again.

[Roy69RS]

Great pics Amy. Everyone that was there should check out your picture link. Looks like you got just about one of everyone. A little heavy on the 240Z coverage but I understand.:thumbsup:

[Chassisworks]

Why would one not cut that corner off like Jake is doing here? Other than not hitting the rumble strips, is there any other reason to stay "on course" there?

Usually there are cones at this section of the course. Sometimes they are right off the candycane, other times they are kind of straight lined where they are 3 feet inside at apex of the striping. I have seen cars pick up cones and shoot them straight up pretty high in the air.

Yes, it's way fun to blast straight across there on a bike.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Great shots Amy! I think we shared spots a few times on Sunday during the expert runs. Besides little and silver, what kind of camera were you using?
:thumbsup:

beat me to it carl



yes!

those 240's are sick. never thought about hooking a JATO to one though.

[James OLC]

A fresh motor????????

"Fresh" isn't going to cut it my friend... there are some things that simply can not be freshened...

[Sieg]

"Fresh" isn't going to cut it my friend... there are some things that simply can not be freshened...

Well at least that makes the decision easier!

[Sieg]

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[GregWeld]

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS EVER BE TRIED AGAIN..... LOL

[MattO]

Thanks again for the good time guys and special thanks to Greg for taking care of my pet retard... I mean, Dad.

[GregWeld]

Thanks again for the good time guys and special thanks to Greg for taking care of my pet retard... I mean, Dad.



Your Dad is great! He brought me caramel corn.... and he talked -- and I worked. You owe me for keeping him out of your pit area. LOL

[00fxd]

What a great event!! Had a blast Jimi and crew did a great job as always. Now back to reality in Ohio snow and freezing rain sucks.

Too bad no one got and has posted a pic of your "Recovery" on the last turn in the cones .... as a volunteer it can get to be a bit tedious out there so your action was a nice break for us to watch .......

[Sieg]

Too bad no one got and has posted a pic of your "Recovery" on the last turn in the cones .... as a volunteer it can get to be a bit tedious out there so your action was a nice break for us to watch .......

This one?

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-wh66SS4/0/XL/i-wh66SS4-XL.jpg

[camcojb]

Too bad no one got and has posted a pic of your "Recovery" on the last turn in the cones .... as a volunteer it can get to be a bit tedious out there so your action was a nice break for us to watch .......

This one?

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-wh66SS4/0/XL/i-wh66SS4-XL.jpg

Or this one?

jZXYbEErjBY

[00fxd]

The Smokey One!
Thanks Jody :thumbsup:

[camcojb]

The Smokey One!
Thanks Jody :thumbsup:
Yeah, it's a very cool video. :thumbsup:

It's on our magazine here (http://lateral-g.net/) in the video and news feed sections.

It's on our Instagram page here (https://instagram.com/lateral_g_magazine/)

It's on our Facebook page here (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lateral-Gnet/137807636390464)

And it's even up at the top of all the forum pages as a thumbnail link to the video. Tony Huntimer caught that for us, I think it was the video of the day!

[rustomatic]

Greg, while I'm waiting for Sieg's explosion of awesome pics, I can take the opportunity to thank you for the barbecue--thank you! I only wish I had more of an appetite on Saturday--my wife usually beats me in this area. You make a mean weenie!

Your Dad is great! He brought me caramel corn.... and he talked -- and I worked. You owe me for keeping him out of your pit area. LOL

[rustomatic]

A good many of us ate it on that last right hander. What's weird is that you couldn't really judge how off-camber it was unless you were on the other side of the fence. I wiped out pretty good on one of my laps, and only came about two feet from killing some kind of electrical device that had been positioned "safely" outside the cones. Smitty's smoke show definitely left a more impressive mark, however . . . my wife's still complaining about his sound output.

Guys, don't forget that they are tolerating us . . .

Or this one?

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[GregWeld]

Greg, while I'm waiting for Sieg's explosion of awesome pics, I can take the opportunity to thank you for the barbecue--thank you! I only wish I had more of an appetite on Saturday--my wife usually beats me in this area. You make a mean weenie!

Good to see you Paul! Glad you came out and did the whole USCA thing --- and ate a weenie....

[Sieg]

. . . my wife's still complaining about his sound output.
Women! LOL!

For photos use the link that Jody posted and......
Instagram: @sdsieg
Facebook: Scott Siegmund

I've been editing photos every spare minute since I got back, 5 hours this morning.......it's a downright inundating task.

[Ron in SoCal]

Greg,

...You make a mean weenie!

:ohsnap: :welder:

[GregWeld]

Women! LOL!

For photos use the link that Jody posted and......
Instagram: @sdsieg
Facebook: Scott Siegmund

I've been editing photos every spare minute since I got back, 5 hours this morning.......it's a downright inundating task.




Keep your finger off the GD shutter button!!

[Smittys67]

I was happy no cones were hurt in the spin. I got caught by the sound gun on Sunday I guess 119db is to much.

[Sieg]

I was happy no cones were hurt in the spin. I got caught by the sound gun on Sunday I guess 119db is to much.
WOW! Congratulations. :D

[intocarss]

Did GW run his Mustang??

[Vince@Meanstreets]

It was there mainly for spare parts usage. :thankyou:

[GregWeld]

Did GW run his Mustang??



JerrDawgy --- My "race cars" don't qualify for the USCA events.... no VINS - No license plates - no headlights - no wipers - no windows - and best of all they run Hoosiers!!

I would NEVER run my hot rods -- because they're just that... hot rods - not suitable for anything much over 60 MPH and corners that can be taken at 10 MPH.

I go to see my friends and to be Smitty's tool box. And just generally to SUPPORT a great organization.

Oh yeah!! I forgot.... and to salvage parts off my Mustang so Maier could finish the weekend. Short story - he developed a leaky carb... and I had a race car just sitting there with - a non leaking carb.... we swapped.... a little jet management.... and off he went!! LOL.... race weekends are pretty much like that!!

[intocarss]

JerrDawgy --- My "race cars" don't qualify for the USCA events.... no VINS - No license plates - no headlights - no wipers - no windows - and best of all they run Hoosiers!!

I would NEVER run my hot rods -- because they're just that... hot rods - not suitable for anything much over 60 MPH and corners that can be taken at 10 MPH.

I go to see my friends and to be Smitty's tool box. And just generally to SUPPORT a great organization.

Oh yeah!! I forgot.... and to salvage parts off my Mustang so Maier could finish the weekend. Short story - he developed a leaky carb... and I had a race car just sitting there with - a non leaking carb.... we swapped.... a little jet management.... and off he went!! LOL.... race weekends are pretty much like that!! GOTCHA.. I really don't know much about USCA..I thought maybe Sieg boycotted taking pics of you.. ;).. Yup I know all about robbing parts from one car to another to go rounds..very cool of you :hello:

[clill]

Maybe next year they can add a session for those of us with non conforming cars. Not to compete, just to run.

[SSLance]

Isn't that what the EC class is for?

[Sieg]

Isn't that what the EC class is for?
Charley an Exhibitionist :sieg: ........SB class maybe.




(Showboat)



:underchair:

[Panteracer]

There was a Mustang running with us
that had r rated tires. I did not know they
Had an exhibition class

Bob

[DEIGuy38]

I was happy no cones were hurt in the spin. I got caught by the sound gun on Sunday I guess 119db is to much.

If you were too loud what about the Dodge Conquest!!!

I was there Saturday and was bummed I couldn't be there on Sunday. i really wanted to watch them run on the big track. It was good to meet Jake, Sieg, Jody and talk with a few of the other drivers. Had a good time.

[GregWeld]

If you were too loud what about the Dodge Conquest!!!

I was there Saturday and was bummed I couldn't be there on Sunday. i really wanted to watch them run on the big track. It was good to meet Jake, Sieg, Jody and talk with a few of the other drivers. Had a good time.



And you didn't come over to say hi!! WTF!!


It was a good weekend.... too bad many folks fail to make the trip and therefore fail to see just how much fun they could have had.

[Sieg]

Cha-CHING!

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[DBasher]

I caught a couple cars that were having a hard time making it to the box, well to be fair, the Chevelle made it....right out the end!
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[GregWeld]

Having WORKED at OUSCI at the stopping end of those runs ---- trust me when I tell ya --- you'd better not be napping!! They're hitting so serious speeds coming at you -- and then some guys get all crossed up and you're just hoping they can control the car! LOL

It's fun as hell.... but you'd better be able to move out of the way too!

[DBasher]

I'm not a camaro fan but this one had the right stance, color, wheels...it just looked good!
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And the big girl.
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[GregWeld]

Basher --- the Camaro was built by Rich Burmea at Road Touring Customs. The driver -- super nice guy -- is a total newbie. He had so much fun he couldn't stand it. He had the car at Laguna Seca last year -- and this year he pushed it a little more.

[camcojb]

Cha-CHING!

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Here's the video of that run. :thumbsup:.

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[DBasher]

Basher --- the Camaro was built by Rich Burmea at Road Touring Customs. The driver -- super nice guy -- is a total newbie. He had so much fun he couldn't stand it. He had the car at Laguna Seca last year -- and this year he pushed it a little more.

First met them Friday night in the hotel parking lot, Rich reminds me of my cousins in Colusa, down for whatever and always having a good time! Those guys were fun to hang out with and always smiling...well, Rich did put on a good face when the Chevelle smoked the box on the speed stop.

[James OLC]

I'm not a camaro fan but this one had the right stance, color, wheels...it just looked good!
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Yep - wheels on this car were perfect!

[Flash68]

First met them Friday night in the hotel parking lot, Rich reminds me of my cousins in Colusa, down for whatever and always having a good time! Those guys were fun to hang out with and always smiling...well, Rich did put on a good face when the Chevelle smoked the box on the speed stop.

You nailed it there.