What's up, Nationals?
Nationals is just over 2 wks away. Someone must have something to post. Since this is my first N, I will stir the pot. I have 2 events this wkend and then next wkend the marathon drive to Lincoln, Google says 1 day and 1 hr. I am planning on a drive through with a couple of naps to arrive Sun afternoon. If this works, I will be very happy
As I said before, I have an ava bed at the Extended stay motel for the whole week. Help me out here.
See you all there.
Mark
1990 Van Diemen, the Racing Machine, CM AutoX, 2016 Frontier
You can try to make a street car into an autocrosser or you can do a lot less work and make a race car into a great autocrosser
Anyone going to Nationals who is an AIM dash expert? I could use a tutorial.
Mark
1990 Van Diemen, the Racing Machine, CM AutoX, 2016 Frontier
You can try to make a street car into an autocrosser or you can do a lot less work and make a race car into a great autocrosser
To anyone who hasn't been to Nationals at Lincoln: Be sure to bring course walking shoes that you can throw away (or save for next time). They WILL pick up lots of OPR. Of course, the tires will also but they are more practical to clean.
Dick
Thank you, Dick. By the way, I did not see your name on the registration list.
Mark
1990 Van Diemen, the Racing Machine, CM AutoX, 2016 Frontier
You can try to make a street car into an autocrosser or you can do a lot less work and make a race car into a great autocrosser
Not going this year.Originally Posted by mwizard
Have fun!
Dick
What?!! Bummer.
I'm showing up Sunday night, taking all the SAC related body blows at the Town Hall on Monday and then driving a Mustang Shelby GT (car I used to own) in FS on Tues/Wed...then watch Thurs, before flying home. Should be (some) fun
Thanks!
I got out of the habit/addiction when "life changed" financially in 2002. Returned in 2012 after I retired to check out Lincoln. Hoped to have gotten back some of the "speed" I used to have this year but didn't find it so the experience isn't worth the drive, etc. this year. Maybe in the future.
Dick
P.S. I'm going to an EVO TnT this weekend to try to find some of the speed and/or just have a lot of runs on a nice day. I'll be "glued" to the computer during CM's runs at Lincoln!!!
Dick,
When driving the evo, the biggest thing people have a hard time with is timing your boost to the apex of the corner, not the throttle. It will take a run or two to get a feel for the turbo lag, but once you get it the car will be an absolute blast to drive. I autocrossed my '03 evo for many years and I do kind of miss that driving experience.
The evo loves a smooth driver. The smoother you inputs, the faster you will go. Enjoy!
Re: What's up, Nationals?
Chris - I'm driving my CM at an EVO School hosted TnT.
ah, that kind of evoChris - I'm driving my CM at an EVO School hosted TnT.
If you ever get the chance to drive the car variety, it's a blast. Almost as much fun as the Formula ford.
Re: What's up, Nationals?
I'll keep that in mind while in the meantime settling for the no lag torque of my 5.0 Mustangah, that kind of evo
If you ever get the chance to drive the car variety, it's a blast. Almost as much fun as the Formula ford.
Speaking of OPR.... Just in case someone hasn't mentioned this before, the tools that are great for removing it are things like this:
http://www.harborfreight.com/12-volt...ool-68012.html
Use the scraper blades (not saw blades).
B
Mark,
I am no AIM dash expert, but I have learned to work with it. I'll be paddocked in the back with all the Texas folks. I'd be happy to share what I know.
Dick,
I am slower than a sundial in a monsoon, but I'm going anyway.
Mike,
I am writing up FS for Sportscar. See you in grid!
Barry,
Thanks for the reminder, now off to HF to get one of those thangs.
Can't Wait!
Doug Wille
CM #65
Thanks Doug. I hope I can remember.
Mark
1990 Van Diemen, the Racing Machine, CM AutoX, 2016 Frontier
You can try to make a street car into an autocrosser or you can do a lot less work and make a race car into a great autocrosser
Did I miss a post somewhere? Are all the CM people getting together at Nationals for a beer or something?
Mark
1990 Van Diemen, the Racing Machine, CM AutoX, 2016 Frontier
You can try to make a street car into an autocrosser or you can do a lot less work and make a race car into a great autocrosser
CM Welcome Party...
Mark,
Last year (2012), I hosted a "CM Welcome Party" on Sun. We had really good attendance as most were already on site as CM ran Tue/Wed.
I had not planned on hosting this year as CM runs Thr/Fri and a good number will not be arriving until Tue.
All that said, I welcome everyone to stop on by paddock spot (R8C27) any evening for aor three.
I arrive in Lincoln on Sun...
Safe travels to all,
Chris Pruett
Swift DB1
Ok, Pru. Not sure I will make it on Sun(long drive), But I will stop by on Mon. SFR is in row 2, 15-28.Mark,
Last year (2012), I hosted a "CM Welcome Party" on Sun. We had really good attendance as most were already on site as CM ran Tue/Wed.
I had not planned on hosting this year as CM runs Thr/Fri and a good number will not be arriving until Tue.
All that said, I welcome everyone to stop on by paddock spot (R8C27) any evening for a
Safe travels to all,
1990 Van Diemen, the Racing Machine, CM AutoX, 2016 Frontier
You can try to make a street car into an autocrosser or you can do a lot less work and make a race car into a great autocrosser
I am way back in row 19. I may arrive late Sunday, but more probably early Monday. See you folks there.
Am I still included our does Doug get my seat at the
Peter Calhoun
Motorsport Manager- Michelin North America, Inc.
Swift DB1-86 FF1600 (bye-bye 3.12)
2009-10 SCCA CM National Champions
Re: What's up, Nationals?
You can have my seat since I'll be home in NC. :-(Am I still included our does Doug get my seat at the
Dude, you are *always* included! ALWAYS!Am I still included our does Doug get my seat at the
Come on Pete...
Oh, you're included! After all, my car is sponsored by "-pru-/Calhoun Motorsports"...Am I still included our does Doug get my seat at the
Two cases of Bell's Amber Ale should get us started...
Chris Pruett
Swift DB1
I prefer my beer dark and foreign...like my womenOh, you're included! After all, my car is sponsored by "-pru-/Calhoun Motorsports"...
Two cases of Bell's Amber Ale should get us started...
Mark
1990 Van Diemen, the Racing Machine, CM AutoX, 2016 Frontier
You can try to make a street car into an autocrosser or you can do a lot less work and make a race car into a great autocrosser
Always included! Wish you were running!Am I still included our does Doug get my seat at the
Doug
P.S. - I know everyone else wants 19's....How about some 13's!
Recap...
2013 Nationals : Yet again, a very enjoyable week at “Camp Concrete”. You absolutely go for the competition but once you return home and start sharing the stories (and there are many) you quickly realize the week is about the people.
As for the competition, congrats to Nick Myers for taking the win with the DB1. Special thanks to Peter Calhoun / Calhoun Motorsports for the help over the years as I could not done it without you. Already looking forward to next season!
Last edited by -pru-; 11.16.16 at 10:22 AM.
Chris Pruett
Swift DB1
My first, but not last
Each big event like this, I get faster, but so, it seems, does everybody elseMust try harder. Thanks to all the help from Mark and Ed. I did have some minor mechanical issues.
I heard about the OPR problem, but was not prepared for just how bad it was. Next year I will need at least 2 more batteries for my cleaner and I have an expensive solution I may surprise you all with.
I forgot my extra weight in the car(me, 25 lb lighter than co driver) on day 2 and came in at 1102 lbGot a cheer from the scale crew.
Here are the results. http://scca.cdn.racersites.com/prod/...0Nationals.pdf
If anyone has a link to Ustream of CM, please pass it along.
I have 750+ pix from the event, but it will take awhile to process them.
Good thing I have another event this coming wkend and the one after that, too!
Mark
1990 Van Diemen, the Racing Machine, CM AutoX, 2016 Frontier
You can try to make a street car into an autocrosser or you can do a lot less work and make a race car into a great autocrosser
Six sets of tires? I suppose with a co-driver that would be 12 sets.My first, but not last
Each big event like this, I get faster, but so, it seems, does everybody else
I heard about the OPR problem, but was not prepared for just how bad it was. Next year I will need at least 2 more batteries for my cleaner and I have an expensive solution I may surprise you all with.
I forgot my extra weight in the car(me, 25 lb lighter than co driver) on day 2 and came in at 1102 lb
Here are the results. http://scca.cdn.racersites.com/prod/...0Nationals.pdf
If anyone has a link to Ustream of CM, please pass it along.
I have 750+ pix from the event, but it will take awhile to process them.
Good thing I have another event this coming wkend and the one after that, too!
Mark
Wired Tools...
Don Elzinga solved the battery problem by coming to grid with a 1000w generator and a wired tool! Now that's "an expensive solution" but it worked well!
Chris Pruett
Swift DB1
I have the wired tool, just need the expensive part.Don Elzinga solved the battery problem by coming to grid with a 1000w generator and a wired tool! Now that's "an expensive solution" but it worked well!
Mark
1990 Van Diemen, the Racing Machine, CM AutoX, 2016 Frontier
You can try to make a street car into an autocrosser or you can do a lot less work and make a race car into a great autocrosser
Darn you figured it out.Six sets of tires? I suppose with a co-driver that would be 12 sets.
Mark
1990 Van Diemen, the Racing Machine, CM AutoX, 2016 Frontier
You can try to make a street car into an autocrosser or you can do a lot less work and make a race car into a great autocrosser
Six sets of tires? I suppose with a co-driver that would be 12 sets.Turns out some of the 1000wt generators arn't all that expensive and with 12v out, too. I'll let you know how well it works.I have the wired tool, just need the expensive part.
Mark
Mark
1990 Van Diemen, the Racing Machine, CM AutoX, 2016 Frontier
You can try to make a street car into an autocrosser or you can do a lot less work and make a race car into a great autocrosser
Plan is to run with CM next year...can't let you guys have all the fun! This year, I was just pleased to be able to be there and participate, given my bicycle accident and injuries.
Pru, is was greating meeting you and some of the other CM crew.
As usual Nationals is about more than just competing. I very much enjoyed meeting everyone in CM and look forward to seeing you all next year! I am worn out, but very, very happy. I promise to drive better next year...but then so does everyone!
I also enjoyed meeting everyone. You all are very good soloist and I hope to do better next year, Lord willing. Wish I could have been at the banquet but I had to go see my Grand-daughter march at her very first football game. Have a safe Fall and Winter and hope to see all of you at the next Nationals.Vern Maxey No. 4 Darth Vee.
Another great year!
What a great bunch of guys and a great bunch of cars!!! Sometimes I wish I could just watch the competition, but I wouldn't miss running with everyone! Absolutely magic to watch Nick win his first championship, Brandon is the epitome of a class act, Pru is such a great guy and a tremendous ambassador for our class, Doug Wiley is an awesome addition to our class, David is the best co-driver, Always great to see the Clements (and meet Jon), A real pleasure to meet the Vee guys, and on and on.
For OPR, we had two Milwaukee multi-tools with 5 batteries. Worked fine, not too expensive.... I'm wondering about R35s, dunno how much is Other People's Rubber and how much is our Own Personal Rubber?????
Can't wait for next year!!
Barry
We had a great time playing in a new class, thanks to all for the warm welcome.
R35A's...Avon?
Barry,
As I noted when we were talking about tires, I purchased a used set of R35A's to test this year but never mounted them so the question of running this slightly harder compound will have to wait until next year...
Speaking of tires, it will be interesting to see how the new FF Avon (now available via Roger Kraus) works out...
Take care,
Chris Pruett
Swift DB1
I have some A35s, for when I finally get my car out to a track. I don't have an extra set of rims to mount them on for a test. I doubt they will be an improvement. I forgot to check, did anyone water down their tires to cool them?Barry,
As I noted when we were talking about tires, I purchased a used set of R35A's to test this year but never mounted them so the question of running this slightly harder compound will have to wait until next year...
Speaking of tires, it will be interesting to see how the new FF Avon (now available via Roger Kraus) works out...
Take care,
Mark
1990 Van Diemen, the Racing Machine, CM AutoX, 2016 Frontier
You can try to make a street car into an autocrosser or you can do a lot less work and make a race car into a great autocrosser
Photos http://markm.zenfolio.com/p695176054
Mark
1990 Van Diemen, the Racing Machine, CM AutoX, 2016 Frontier
You can try to make a street car into an autocrosser or you can do a lot less work and make a race car into a great autocrosser
Video...
2013 Solo Nationals : West Nick Run3
2013 Solo Nationals : East Nick Run3
Chris Pruett
Swift DB1
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