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That's pretty close to what I said. But the write up said they weren't asking us if we wanted to be grouped with another class. Just who would you want to be grouped with.

Did everyone get a survey about grouping classes at the Runoffs?
In the survey it states they are grouping classes to give everyone more track time. It states "We know in a perfect world, we all...

Love these, but agree are a bit spendy at $565/ea

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I would hope not, but how can you be so certain? Do you have a Chrystal ball Brian?

Does this change anything????
http://www.imsa.com/news/102016/continental-acquires-hoosier-racing-tire-corporation

Dan:
It was a pleasure to meet you. I'm glad I was able to see your dads last race. I'm going to miss him. He better come watch and bust my chops.

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Have you guys ever hit the limit on the rears?
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Brian you little pot stirrer you.....
Looks to me there are 30 formula vees , representing 2 countries, 6 states and a whole lotta fun going to happen. So....... your point is???? When was the last...

And so it grows.....:thumbsup:

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When I am able to get back on track, it will be with the Challenge Cup. I might do a couple of majors but honestly for me it's all about the fun factor. So whatever tire the SCCA chooses is fine with...

What software are you using? There is a complete (with internals) Solidworks model of both online at https://grabcad.com/

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I'd finish my "fat man" car and stay with FV and get a B spec mini to play with too.

I run the QA1 fronts and like them. I have a Penske in the rear, but I talked with the guys at QA1 and they suggested their Proma Star double adjustable shock.
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Sweet

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Can't wait. Dang winter

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Ed:
That was a great race!
Here's the finish from the tower..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_f0Xbn-QyRM

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My thoughts exactly!!! Fill out the survey.

G.

Hey all, remember this thread? "Future tire choices for FV" This thread is starting to resemble that one......

If you got a survey fill it out and let the chips fall as they may. Get involved,...

As I see it. The SCCA has seen fit to send out a survey. Whatever comes of it is up to them. I still will race in the challenge cup and try to hit a few regionals/Majors along the way. my hope is to...

Thank you all for the info.

G.

Brian:
Here is my thought process. I will run whatever tires I need to race. With that said The brain trust here have stated if there is a more durable(harder) spec tire chosen it would be between...

Greg:
They did mention this in the latest fastrack......


What Do You Think

FV

1. #17504 (James Phoenix) Supports Spec Tire

The below quote is from the The FV Ad Hoc Committee December meeting minutes. "SCCA has also sent out the Spec Tire survey to "active FV drivers", although we are not sure exactly how SCCA...

Does anyone have a source for the type of fasteners like this protoform is using?
My new bodywork is similar and I need to use what looks like Philips head quarter turn camlocs. I also need the ones...

I got it

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That's why I said "A FEW thousand". If it were in the U.S. I'd be calling..... What a cool piece of history.

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NOT Mine. Thought I'd share this post for the racer with a few thousand they could part with that would give them a one of a kind hauler.

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What is the capacity of your fuel cell? Looking at the ATL FC-140 (4 gallon) cell. has anyone needed more than 4 gallons in a regional/majors race?

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I always liked the Adams setup. Does anyone have experience with it?

http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=41687&d=1381185728

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Jeff there is a section in the FV rules about the bottom of the car can only deviate 1"

"N. The bottom of any bodywork that extends below the frame members shall be on the same flat plane as the...

The only thing I see that would be suspect according to the GCR is the bottom profile. It is a quite unique FV for sure. Maybe Butch D., Brian M., Dietmar, or Bob B might know about the car.

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I realize that the 2015 runoffs are not over, but with an eye towards the 2016 runoffs what is everyone thinking when it comes to qualifying for next years runoffs? The Majors tour path or the...

Yes and honestly heck yes if it meant more FVs on track. I have a DRE carb, manifold, a set of Falken tires and wheels waiting for my next season. Unlike you Brian I am not a legend in my own mind. I...

Ok Brian you have suggested three times that FV might not be the class for me. I get it. You have fixated on trying to convince me to leave the class I love broken or not. I'm a little late to this...

Peter:
So you did answer my question. Thank you. You are a steward. Ok you have been around this game quite some time then. I imagine you've seen this topic come and go numerous times. I for one do...

Peter:
You really didn't answer my question. I take it that you are a concerned bystander who wants to help the down trodden? I commend you sir. Both sides of this topic have used quite heavy handed...

Peter:
Are you a stake holder in the FV community? I'm sorry but not sure of your end game. I know you want the established procedure to be followed but other than that, I have not seen your name...

Doug:
With the FF spec tire program taking shape how will it affect F first? Will you guys run their spec tire? Or keep your tire program as is?

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Brian:
Let me help you......
This word must escape you OPTIONAL
synonyms: voluntary, discretionary, not required, elective, noncompulsory, nonmandatory; permissive; rare-discretional. This...

Thank you Brian for that rational reply. No offence taken. I still think a well defined optional tire/wheel program might help in the long run.

G.

Seriously Brian?
I try to be cordial and see things from your point of view and what do you do? Insult me by saying that I might be more suited for SRF, because FV isn't a "SPEC" class. You are...

Very good points Brian.

Your #1) This makes sense if a spec tire comes within the next couple of years. Not drawn out for 5 to 10 years.
What happens if ABC tire Co. gets the spec tire...

Brian:
I ask again, why relegate the radial racers to regional status only? Or are you stating if a region/division wanted to place in their majors/national supplemental regulations allowing the use...

Why relegate the racer that wants to race on radial tires to a regional level? In my opinion if we were given the option to run what Steve had proposed we would have larger car counts at both levels...

This would work. But alas you have to be 18yoa in order to race at the Glen.

1. The "other non-SCCA classes" I ran were all roundy rounds. Three classes of DIRT racing and a then a Legends. I know the drill all too well.
2. Every small roundy round track is looking for that...

The local bull rings and drivers promote themselves 10 times better than we do. Ive participated in many a car show in every class I've been involved in. I have both a Twitter and Facebook accounts...

I for one think we need to be more out there in the public... I always joked that SCCA stood for Secret Car Club of America. Most of our races are closed to the public and honestly we do a very poor...

I have a car. I took a Skippy school (Absolutely money well spent). Busted my butt to get the car ready for the Summit Point Majors, qualified but didn't race as I had many things that needed to be...

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