DFW - Autocross is coming, will you be ready?
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DFW - Autocross is coming, will you be ready?
SCCA
March 18, 2007
Event #1, Solo
Pennington Field
Get your RT-615s, Neovas, and V710s ready to roll! Autocross season will be here before ya know it. Let the countdown begin.
I'm feeling a little vaklempt -- talk amongst yourselves...
March 18, 2007
Event #1, Solo
Pennington Field
Get your RT-615s, Neovas, and V710s ready to roll! Autocross season will be here before ya know it. Let the countdown begin.
I'm feeling a little vaklempt -- talk amongst yourselves...
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Never did get new tires.. I sold my car. Right now I'm rolling a Mazda 3s! It's 2.4 litres of zoom zoom!
I'm going to drive that for now... and probably autocross it until I buy my next "present to myself"...
This is what I "plan" to get in 2008 - should all things go well.
Lets play the guessing game. Does anyone know what this is?
I'm going to drive that for now... and probably autocross it until I buy my next "present to myself"...
This is what I "plan" to get in 2008 - should all things go well.
Lets play the guessing game. Does anyone know what this is?
Last edited by The Mighty Red; 01-19-2007 at 08:37 AM.
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I plan on coming...although I dont know how well my stock tires are going to be. Also, how far is the event from frankford and the tollway? How much does it cost to enter and what do i need besides a car?
Thanks,
Big Red
im excited
Thanks,
Big Red
im excited
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Originally Posted by BigOLundh
everybody knows thats the Evo X
and that would be.... AWESOME!!!
and that would be.... AWESOME!!!
Disclaimer: the purchase of this vehicle is dependent upon things going according to plan... (mo money!)
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Last edited by The Mighty Red; 01-19-2007 at 08:37 AM.
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sounds like I should be down - it would be my 1st autocross but after it warms up around that time I should be good to go - I need to get some new tires as well. Not specifically for autocross but was looking at some yokohama ES100s ![Smilie](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Should be fun - im in NE Fort worth - and my birthday is march 12th heh
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Should be fun - im in NE Fort worth - and my birthday is march 12th heh
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Originally Posted by BigRed
I plan on coming...although I dont know how well my stock tires are going to be. Also, how far is the event from frankford and the tollway? How much does it cost to enter and what do i need besides a car?
Thanks,
Big Red
im excited
![Rock](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/rock.gif)
Thanks,
Big Red
im excited
![Rock](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/rock.gif)
![Rock](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/rock.gif)
How far - not far. It's in Bedford. Go south on the tollway then go West towards the airport (take a right) on George Bush. Take the 635 exit and continue to go West until you get to the DFW airport. Then, go West some more on 121 for about 15 minutes until you get to Bedford. Take the Central Drive exit, go south and it's right there. http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en...ntral+Dr+76022
How much does it cost?
Event Pre-registration $20 for members, $30 for non-members, using pre-registration/online.
Onsite Registration is $20 for members and $30 for non-members.
Do I need a helmet?
Yes, you need a helmet. The club does have a few loaner helmets that are available.
What else do I need?
We also recommend you bring basic supplies with you, things like water, sunscreen, rain gear, and basic tools. We run rain or shine.
For more details and FAQ - look here http://autocross.com/tr/faq.shtml
Last edited by The Mighty Red; 01-19-2007 at 08:49 AM.
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Originally Posted by Ajax
ahh, if only the evo x weren't a mitsubishi..
One possible indicator of their inreased commitment to quality is their new warranty program.
Basic 5 yr. / 60,000 mi.
Drivetrain 10 yr. / 100,000 mi.
Roadside 5 yr. / Unlimited mi.
Rust 7 yr. / 100,000 mi.
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Originally Posted by BigRed
I plan on coming...although I dont know how well my stock tires are going to be. Also, how far is the event from frankford and the tollway? How much does it cost to enter and what do i need besides a car?
Thanks,
Big Red
im excited
![Rock](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/rock.gif)
Thanks,
Big Red
im excited
![Rock](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/rock.gif)
![Rock](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/rock.gif)
Also stock tires are just fine, I ran half a season last season on the stock Bridgestones and actually trophey'd in the end of the year for my class with the BMWCCA autocross.
PM me if you're interested, I'd be glad to show you the ropes.
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i dont think he would take his R6 to a beginners training course, i wonder if they have some sort of motorcycle style autocross. i heard about these a while back, didnt know it ever happened tho.
-hS
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Originally Posted by The Mighty Red
Maybe one of those motorycle classes they seem to have everytime we're out there.
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Might be worth giving it a try. Last time I ran an autoX it was at Pennington in my shifterkart. That got sold a few weeks ago.
Have they got a street tire class? Not that it really matters.
Have they got a street tire class? Not that it really matters.
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Originally Posted by kartweb
Might be worth giving it a try. Last time I ran an autoX it was at Pennington in my shifterkart. That got sold a few weeks ago.
Have they got a street tire class? Not that it really matters.
Have they got a street tire class? Not that it really matters.
-hS
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FYI,
Here is a comprehensive list of all '07 autocross events in DFW. The Texas Region SCCA isn't the only game in town.
Equipe Rapide, Maverick Region PCA, Lone Star BMWCCA, and the North Texas S2000 Owner's Club also put on events.
I'll be out at as many events as I can make. Look for the Nordic Green RX-8, #75 B Stock. Come up and introduce yourself. I've been doing this for close to a decade now, and I'm always happy to offer rides or tips.
BTW, I also highly encourage anyone who is interested in the sport to enroll in the Maverick Region Porsche Club of America AX101 and AX102 autocrossing schools. Great bang for the buck, with plenty of one-on-one instruction and seat time. I'll be instructing at the AX101 school again this year, and perhaps at AX102 & TT103 as well.
Here is a comprehensive list of all '07 autocross events in DFW. The Texas Region SCCA isn't the only game in town.
![Wink](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/wink.gif)
I'll be out at as many events as I can make. Look for the Nordic Green RX-8, #75 B Stock. Come up and introduce yourself. I've been doing this for close to a decade now, and I'm always happy to offer rides or tips.
BTW, I also highly encourage anyone who is interested in the sport to enroll in the Maverick Region Porsche Club of America AX101 and AX102 autocrossing schools. Great bang for the buck, with plenty of one-on-one instruction and seat time. I'll be instructing at the AX101 school again this year, and perhaps at AX102 & TT103 as well.
Last edited by altiain; 01-24-2007 at 01:07 PM.
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Originally Posted by CosmosMpower
Yeah they have rider saftey courses to get your motorcycle license out there at pennington on the other side of the lot.
Sorry I thought you guys were talking about Texas Motorsport Ranch in Cresson TX, greater Dallas, Fort Worth area...
I will be riding on the track March 5th, Ride Smart Track day....
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1935 lbs. FTW!
Originally Posted by altiain
FYI,
Here is a comprehensive list of all '07 autocross events in DFW. The Texas Region SCCA isn't the only game in town.
Equipe Rapide, Maverick Region PCA, Lone Star BMWCCA, and the North Texas S2000 Owner's Club also put on events.
I'll be out at as many events as I can make. Look for the Nordic Green RX-8, #75 B Stock. Come up and introduce yourself. I've been doing this for close to a decade now, and I'm always happy to offer rides or tips.
BTW, I also highly encourage anyone who is interested in the sport to enroll in the Maverick Region Porsche Club of America AX101 and AX102 autocrossing schools. Great bang for the buck, with plenty of one-on-one instruction and seat time. I'll be instructing at the AX101 school again this year, and perhaps at AX102 & TT103 as well.
Here is a comprehensive list of all '07 autocross events in DFW. The Texas Region SCCA isn't the only game in town.
![Wink](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/wink.gif)
I'll be out at as many events as I can make. Look for the Nordic Green RX-8, #75 B Stock. Come up and introduce yourself. I've been doing this for close to a decade now, and I'm always happy to offer rides or tips.
BTW, I also highly encourage anyone who is interested in the sport to enroll in the Maverick Region Porsche Club of America AX101 and AX102 autocrossing schools. Great bang for the buck, with plenty of one-on-one instruction and seat time. I'll be instructing at the AX101 school again this year, and perhaps at AX102 & TT103 as well.
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Originally Posted by CosmosMpower
Does that mean you'll be too busy to help equip yet another NT RX8 with a set of Konis ![Smilie](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/smile.gif)
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If so, I may be able to help you out but you'll need to buy, borrow, or rent (from Autozone) a set of spring compressors and a torque wrench.
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Originally Posted by The Mighty Red
Am I to undertstand this as meaning you need help installing them?
If so, I may be able to help you out but you'll need to buy, borrow, or rent (from Autozone) a set of spring compressors and a torque wrench.
If so, I may be able to help you out but you'll need to buy, borrow, or rent (from Autozone) a set of spring compressors and a torque wrench.
BTW I ran into the kid that bought your car in carrollton, he could barely drive it. Leaving the light it took him a few tries to get it from 1st to second
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