NASA - NC Speedway, Rockingham - Oct 22-23
09-30-2005, 10:11 AM
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RJ, first as as son of men who served in two wars, THANKS for all you do over there. I can't put into words the gratitude and respect I have for you.
Be aware, anytime I put an event on, you are free to come, without payment, out of admiration for your time served.
Now, yes, you need to get to the rock, and blow off some steam.
Be careful, and see you when you get stateside.
Be aware, anytime I put an event on, you are free to come, without payment, out of admiration for your time served.
Now, yes, you need to get to the rock, and blow off some steam.
Be careful, and see you when you get stateside.
09-30-2005, 11:45 AM
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Originally Posted by legokcen
Alright, here goes, you asked for it.
With Hotel Phlash:
~$500 for gas
$0 for lodging
People drive they way they would from Atlanta or if Phlash goes through and give rides, there is a savings on gas. Depending on whether you're doing this or not, there is added savings on gas. I'm assuming that it won't matter.
Phlash driving his 8 & staying at Commercial Hotel:
~$469.20 for 3 hotel rooms at $68/night double occupancy including 15% for hotel charges per night.
PLUS Phlash pays an additional $122 for gas for the 857 mile trip averaging 21 mpg at an estimated $3.00/gallon for gas.
People still drive / caravan / ride together from Atlanta. Again, this is going to be a wash if the camper goes or not.
In summary :
~$500 in gas with hotel Phlash -- split 6 ways is $83/person for staying on the track. This also has added savings due to bringing food and grilling out like RA. Plus FUN!!!
~$469.20 for hotel for 6 people PLUS additional expense by Phlash of $122.46 for his gas getting to/from Rockingham. PLUS food expenses for everyone eating out during the weekend. That's $591.66 + Food at restaurants.
You have the data, it's up to you Gordon. Hotel Phlash is a better overall deal for everyone, but it is more work on Phlash.
With Hotel Phlash:
~$500 for gas
$0 for lodging
People drive they way they would from Atlanta or if Phlash goes through and give rides, there is a savings on gas. Depending on whether you're doing this or not, there is added savings on gas. I'm assuming that it won't matter.
Phlash driving his 8 & staying at Commercial Hotel:
~$469.20 for 3 hotel rooms at $68/night double occupancy including 15% for hotel charges per night.
PLUS Phlash pays an additional $122 for gas for the 857 mile trip averaging 21 mpg at an estimated $3.00/gallon for gas.
People still drive / caravan / ride together from Atlanta. Again, this is going to be a wash if the camper goes or not.
In summary :
~$500 in gas with hotel Phlash -- split 6 ways is $83/person for staying on the track. This also has added savings due to bringing food and grilling out like RA. Plus FUN!!!
~$469.20 for hotel for 6 people PLUS additional expense by Phlash of $122.46 for his gas getting to/from Rockingham. PLUS food expenses for everyone eating out during the weekend. That's $591.66 + Food at restaurants.
You have the data, it's up to you Gordon. Hotel Phlash is a better overall deal for everyone, but it is more work on Phlash.
I don't mind driving at all. Chatt to Atlanta is 130miles. I can pick up three passing through. I'd like to be there early to get our pick of places. Just remember, your at the mercy of only having the truck to get us all around while were there. I am still trying to find out if they have 30a connections or I'm gonna need to borrow a gereator with 30a (910.582.2861 if any of ya'll get through to them. We also need to find out about the covered rentals Dave was talking about). This is really only for A/C and microwave. Everything else runs off propane or a 110 connection. If it's cool enough, that's a moot point, and we'll be fine.
I can bring rita stuff and BBQ or brauts again and we can divy up from there.....
Being able to stumble out of the camper right to the morning meeting wasn't a bad set up at all. Makes that hangover just a little easier to deal with.....:D
10-01-2005, 02:10 AM
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Thanks so much and I look forward to meeting up with you and everyone else up there... 11 Days and a wake up and I'll be home. I'm glad I can be over here so that others don't have to be... Can't wait to get back in the 8 and get that feeling back..question I have the greddy turbo kit, how easy is it to install?? I know this is a lil off this subject in this forum but just wondering if anyone in here have tried it... Looking forward to meeting up with you guies..
RJ
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10-01-2005, 02:54 PM
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Hello RJ.
Glad people are noticing our group. Keep your head low while waiting for your rotation stateside. I think I am the only Vet in our group. I'm an ex Marine (vietnam in 1969/70). I glad you are a shortimer and I know your 8 is waiting for ya. You are welcome round us anytime and thanks for your service. We will compre scars!
I will not be on this trip but dont believe all the stories these guys tell you about me!
olddragger
guys I hope yall have fun!
Glad people are noticing our group. Keep your head low while waiting for your rotation stateside. I think I am the only Vet in our group. I'm an ex Marine (vietnam in 1969/70). I glad you are a shortimer and I know your 8 is waiting for ya. You are welcome round us anytime and thanks for your service. We will compre scars!
I will not be on this trip but dont believe all the stories these guys tell you about me!
olddragger
guys I hope yall have fun!
10-01-2005, 10:43 PM
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dragger, YOU have to come, wait, I may not make it either....GUYS, there is an event at VIR in december, yes, december. All my 'BMW' and Stang guys are going, should be a hoot. I would love for you folks to consider it too, and it is with the PCA group, who despite some differences, run a Safe and FUN event. Besides, it's VIR.
10-05-2005, 12:06 PM
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ok guys
we are getting slack in posting. I know yall are up to something!
A word of warning. If you have aftermarket sways(racing beats etc) CHECK the bushings!
Dont let them dry out! I did mine this week(took 30mins) and they where dry as a bone dude! I regreased them needless to say. Do it or you will be buying new bushings soon. use a silicone grease.
Now info please. Where do you guys buy your used r compound tires? Source? I NEED SOME! And does anyone have any knowledge of the pro's and cons of 17" wheels and tires vs the 18". I plan on using 17 x 8 wheel and a 245/45/ 17" r compund tire. Hopefully Hoosiers. Hey Freak you out there? Charlie? What do ya'll think. It will be a lower cost to get and maintain. Now is there a noticable performance differance? Do I have to change alignment settings? Help me out here guys so I can be ready come springtime events.
Agggghhhh!
Olddragger
we are getting slack in posting. I know yall are up to something!
A word of warning. If you have aftermarket sways(racing beats etc) CHECK the bushings!
Dont let them dry out! I did mine this week(took 30mins) and they where dry as a bone dude! I regreased them needless to say. Do it or you will be buying new bushings soon. use a silicone grease.
Now info please. Where do you guys buy your used r compound tires? Source? I NEED SOME! And does anyone have any knowledge of the pro's and cons of 17" wheels and tires vs the 18". I plan on using 17 x 8 wheel and a 245/45/ 17" r compund tire. Hopefully Hoosiers. Hey Freak you out there? Charlie? What do ya'll think. It will be a lower cost to get and maintain. Now is there a noticable performance differance? Do I have to change alignment settings? Help me out here guys so I can be ready come springtime events.
Agggghhhh!
Olddragger
10-05-2005, 12:33 PM
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Originally Posted by olddragger
ok guys
we are getting slack in posting. I know yall are up to something!
A word of warning. If you have aftermarket sways(racing beats etc) CHECK the bushings!
Dont let them dry out! I did mine this week(took 30mins) and they where dry as a bone dude! I regreased them needless to say. Do it or you will be buying new bushings soon. use a silicone grease.
Now info please. Where do you guys buy your used r compound tires? Source? I NEED SOME! And does anyone have any knowledge of the pro's and cons of 17" wheels and tires vs the 18". I plan on using 17 x 8 wheel and a 245/45/ 17" r compund tire. Hopefully Hoosiers. Hey Freak you out there? Charlie? What do ya'll think. It will be a lower cost to get and maintain. Now is there a noticable performance differance? Do I have to change alignment settings? Help me out here guys so I can be ready come springtime events.
Agggghhhh!
Olddragger
we are getting slack in posting. I know yall are up to something!
A word of warning. If you have aftermarket sways(racing beats etc) CHECK the bushings!
Dont let them dry out! I did mine this week(took 30mins) and they where dry as a bone dude! I regreased them needless to say. Do it or you will be buying new bushings soon. use a silicone grease.
Now info please. Where do you guys buy your used r compound tires? Source? I NEED SOME! And does anyone have any knowledge of the pro's and cons of 17" wheels and tires vs the 18". I plan on using 17 x 8 wheel and a 245/45/ 17" r compund tire. Hopefully Hoosiers. Hey Freak you out there? Charlie? What do ya'll think. It will be a lower cost to get and maintain. Now is there a noticable performance differance? Do I have to change alignment settings? Help me out here guys so I can be ready come springtime events.
Agggghhhh!
Olddragger
The R compounds I found were on ebay. You can also find them on froogle (google's online market). If you're getting 17's, you might want to try azenis sports. You'll be able to drive them to the events. They are also very sticky. STF uses them on his evo8 and I know a lot of track/autox folks that use them.
10-06-2005, 07:28 AM
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10-06-2005, 08:44 AM
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I'm out! Property taxes due Dec 1 and with 11 acres it isn't pretty! 
Also family comes first and heating bills are going to be out of site this winter so I must spend time getting my three cords off firewood cut and stacked.
I'm also going to be out of the Endurance Karting. I really hate to do this but priorities dictate.
Also family comes first and heating bills are going to be out of site this winter so I must spend time getting my three cords off firewood cut and stacked.I'm also going to be out of the Endurance Karting. I really hate to do this but priorities dictate.
10-06-2005, 10:17 AM
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I know the feeling Silver. I have already told all I'm out of participating til spring. Doesnt mean we cant meet up somewhere for something. I wish Panoz wasnt so damn expensive.
A one day event close to hoem would be do-able.
Thanks for the info on the tires guys. I am looking for hoosiers or the toyo ra-1's
Olddragger
A one day event close to hoem would be do-able.
Thanks for the info on the tires guys. I am looking for hoosiers or the toyo ra-1's
Olddragger
10-06-2005, 08:40 PM
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I am out, because I HAVE to go do an upgrade.
Nabil, I will PM my cell number to you, please give me a ring, I will introduce you to Steve, Dan, Mike, and some other buddies I open-track with. Steve is a GREAT driver, and the guy you watch when you go to www.32vcobra.com.
What I am really bummed about is the fact I got a new clutch, work done to my tranny, and all of this stuff below.
Nabil, I will PM my cell number to you, please give me a ring, I will introduce you to Steve, Dan, Mike, and some other buddies I open-track with. Steve is a GREAT driver, and the guy you watch when you go to www.32vcobra.com.
What I am really bummed about is the fact I got a new clutch, work done to my tranny, and all of this stuff below.
10-07-2005, 06:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Stop&TurnFreak
I am out, because I HAVE to go do an upgrade.
Nabil, I will PM my cell number to you, please give me a ring, I will introduce you to Steve, Dan, Mike, and some other buddies I open-track with. Steve is a GREAT driver, and the guy you watch when you go to www.32vcobra.com.
What I am really bummed about is the fact I got a new clutch, work done to my tranny, and all of this stuff below.
Nabil, I will PM my cell number to you, please give me a ring, I will introduce you to Steve, Dan, Mike, and some other buddies I open-track with. Steve is a GREAT driver, and the guy you watch when you go to www.32vcobra.com.
What I am really bummed about is the fact I got a new clutch, work done to my tranny, and all of this stuff below.
10-07-2005, 06:21 AM
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Originally Posted by legokcen
I'm going to be working this one.
looks like just three or four of us now (Val still in?)
Not worth pulling the hotel for this one, so I guess we should look into a couple rooms....
10-07-2005, 07:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Phlash
Working......
looks like just three or four of us now (Val still in?)
Not worth pulling the hotel for this one, so I guess we should look into a couple rooms....
looks like just three or four of us now (Val still in?)
Not worth pulling the hotel for this one, so I guess we should look into a couple rooms....
10-07-2005, 12:46 PM
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Originally Posted by legokcen
Is a fourth person going???
Silver - out
STF - out
all the others - out
Suggestion......I have an inflatible mattress I can bring if ya'll wanna do three to the room. I don't mind sleeping on it.
10-07-2005, 03:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Phlash
Val is on the fence
Silver - out
STF - out
all the others - out
Suggestion......I have an inflatible mattress I can bring if ya'll wanna do three to the room. I don't mind sleeping on it.
Silver - out
STF - out
all the others - out
Suggestion......I have an inflatible mattress I can bring if ya'll wanna do three to the room. I don't mind sleeping on it.
10-07-2005, 05:07 PM
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STF,
Another Evo8... Be careful with the new mods.
http://videos.streetfire.net/Player....F7F36&kw=4&p=3
Another Evo8... Be careful with the new mods.
http://videos.streetfire.net/Player....F7F36&kw=4&p=3