Next Autocross - 6/28,6/29 - Stead Airport

[sperry]

Saturday 6/28:
Blue group (STS, STX, DS) runs 1st, works 2nd
Yellow group (Street Tire) runs 4th, works 3rd

Sunday 6/29:
Blue group (STS, STX, DS) runs 2nd, works 1st
Yellow group (Street Tire) runs 1st, works 2nd

Details here:
http://www.renoscca.com
http://www.renoscca.com/autocrossschedule.htm

[ArthurS]

Sweet. I am there. I should have my helmet by then also.

[ZER026D]

Me to I cant wait I need wheels :cry:

[dknv]

I need something, but I don't know what.

[ArthurS]

.....tinted windows.....

[sperry]

I need something, but I don't know what.

Schroth Rallye 3 harness?

http://www.modernperformance.com/all/schroth.shtml

[dknv]

tinted windows would be nice in that blazing hot sun.
Harness = good idea!

[sperry]

tinted windows would be nice in that blazing hot sun.
Harness = good idea!

Don't forget harness pads, or you'll have a nice matching pair of welts on the sides/back of your neck!

[Dean]

Best deal on harness pads is Walmart, or ebay...

I have run a Scroth 4 point for over 4 years. Good stuff.

[sperry]

Best deal on harness pads is Walmart, or ebay...

I have run a Scroth 4 point for over 4 years. Good stuff.

Since I'm tall and I was a bit worried the back seat lower buckles might not be back far enough to have a < 45deg angle, I got the Rallye 3 that attaches to the c-pillar. Been using it for 2 years, works good.

Austin (AtomicLabMonkey) has the Rallye 4 in his Mustang.

Both are good harnesses, and the only ones that are DOT legal.

[Dean]

I'd like to thank everyone that showed up with readable numbers and class, and encourage those of you who had paper or tape to spend a couple bucks and make or buy some for the next event.

Tripp Plastics has 24" wide rolls of white magnetic vinyl that you cut easily with a good pair of scicors, or xacto, or utility knife. I think it is under 10 bucks per foot, maybe as low as $7

Print out some 900 point font numbers and trace them on and cut them out. Class letters can be smaller.

I'll check the rules tonight for exact figures. I'm pretty sure the numbers have to be at least 8" high, and 1.25" stroke (width of the line the numbers are made from.

[sperry]

I'd like to thank everyone that showed up with readable numbers and class, and encourage those of you who had paper or tape to spend a couple bucks and make or buy some for the next event.

Tripp Plastics has 24" wide rolls of white magnetic vinyl that you cut easily with a good pair of scicors, or xacto, or utility knife. I think it is under 10 bucks per foot, maybe as low as $7

Print out some 900 point font numbers and trace them on and cut them out. Class letters can be smaller.

I'll check the rules tonight for exact figures. I'm pretty sure the numbers have to be at least 8" high, and 1.25" stroke (width of the line the numbers are made from.

Yeah, sorry about the world's smallest "STX" logo... I only had some scrap material left over from my 04 NSM magnets. They'll be bigger for the next event... :lol:

How late's Tripp open, and where are they located?

[ArthurS]

I just used the temporary #'s provided. :(

So can I just pick any number I want now? As long as someone else doesn't have it? Do I have to let someone know which one I pick?

[sperry]

I just used the temporary #'s provided. :(

So can I just pick any number I want now? As long as someone else doesn't have it? Do I have to let someone know which one I pick?

You should pick a 0X number.... so far:

00 - Evan
01 - The Duke Boys :lol:
03 - Austin
04 - Me

I dunno what Matt and Tyson were thinking! 49 and 38.. <scoff!> ;) :lol:

[MattR]

HAHA!!!! Sunday was a great day for cars #49...Did you see Ken Schrader's crash at Pocono? Holy Shit!

Well, Maybe next year I'll switch to a 0X number....007? 000? 05...nah, looks ghey. "Ox numbers are for ____________ " :lol:

49 has always been my number...always will be,

[Dean]

Reno members get priority on numbers, and as long as no other member running in your class has that number, you can have it. We reccomend 2-3 digit numbers.

If you want to read it, it is section 3.7 of the rule book, but here is the jist.

Numbers:

Minimum 8" tall, 1.25" line width. 900 point should meet this requirement in most fonts.

Class: Rules just say class shouls be smaller. I would suggest 6" as a minimum.

Tripp Plastics is in the book, but are in the retail strip east of terminal and Mill on the south side of Mill.

I also forgot to mention that Summit has Spray vinyl dye in a bunch of colors that you can use on the numbers after you cut them out, or be real fancy and stencil them on the sheet.

Please use a contrasting color. Yellow on white, or navy blue on black are bad choices.

For some reason, probably due to a venturi effect or something, big sheets blow off easier than individual cut out numbers and letters.

You can also buy pre made numbers and letters on-line. do a google search, or check out Grassroots motorsports magazine. Tons of ads in there.

[AtomicLabMonkey]

"Ox numbers are for BAD MOTHERFUCKERS"

There you go. 8) And get my wallet out of that bag while you're at it, Ringo...

[ArthurS]

So, I am a Reno Member, so could I use the number 747 STX? I don't think anyone else has that one right?

[MattR]

"Ox numbers are for BAD MOTHERFUCKERS"

There you go. 8) And get my wallet out of that bag while you're at it, Ringo...

HAHA! :lol: It's the one that says..Bad Mutha Fucka!

[MattR]

I want a number that has a fraction or a decimal point, that would be funny...

3.14 :lol:


edit, i'm retarded

[tysonK]

I want a number that has a fraction or a decimal point, that would be funny...

3.14


edit, i'm retarded

what the?

[Kostamojen]

I dont know if you guys have a Michaels up there, but thats where I got my magnetic sheets from to make my really really ghetto looking numbers :lol: Cost me like $10 to make 6 numbers (4 1's) and two little ST-X logos :p

[Dean]

Yes, you can be 747. What, do you think you are a wide body or something? You relize the objective is to stay on the ground, not take off... 8^)

Sure, be 3.14, just make the decimal point very small, and keep the spacing between the numbers the same, so most people don't notice. They might think you are prone to spinning though.

I haven't seen the Michael's material, but the Tripp stuff appears to be holding up well. I think I've ben using mine well over 2 years now.

I did hear a good idea over the weekend. To keep them from curling, keep them under your floor mats. I always try and put them on the roof for a while before I put them on to warm them up and make them more flexible.

[dknv]

Yes, you can be 747.

ummmm - you're supposed to apply to the chief of registration .....

[sperry]

That does it, I'm changing my number to 6.022x10^23.... that's right, one mole of autocrossing FURY!

[dknv]

or turn it upside down for run-no-points, and you can be:
EZvOIxZZO9

[sperry]

or turn it upside down for run-no-points, and you can be:
EZvOIxZZO9

Is that what the upside down numbers mean!? There was that miata on Sunday #225 that was upside down... thank god they didn't hit any cones, I didn't know how to call it in!

[dknv]

Yeah, Dean made that up on Saturday.
:lol:

[ArthurS]

Yes, you can be 747.

ummmm - you're supposed to apply to the chief of registration .....

Who's That? How do I do it?

[sperry]

Who's That? How do I do it?

<whisper>Pssst... I think that's Debbie....</whisper>

[dknv]

How do I do it?
:lol: You left yourself wide open on that question .........


[If the Turbo AWD Master says its ok, its all good.]

[ArthurS]

Okay. I will be 747 STX. I couldn't think of any other number, so that one worked.

[Dean]

How did I get that alias/call sign/handle/whatever anyway?

Sorry, we are going to limit you to 3 digits, so Mole Man is SOL.

For RNP, only the class is supposed to be upside down. Sue got carried away... or maybe I told her to flip the numbers also. Whatever.

The only one this will be an issue for is SS. they can put their's sideways.

Maybe sideways is a good idea anyway... Hmmm

[sperry]

How did I get that alias/call sign/handle/whatever anyway?


Well, I changed it... but it was you that bought a WRX, Quattro and Stealth... so you have only yourself to blame for the name ;) Sell off your Turbo AWD cars, and I'll change it to something else! :lol:

[MattR]

So, It looks like Blue (STX) run group runs 1st, works second, thats sweet!!! its about time...

So, does anyone wanna meet up Saturday morning to head out to stead? krispy Kreme? 7?

[tysonK]

check, I think we should BBQ saturday night...plus,, I'm going to be getting something in the mail this week to install!

[MattR]

Hahaha! I like your signature! What is it you're getting in the mail? I must know. BTW, I'll be racing with a glass of water in my cup holder this weekend...I think I'm ready. :lol:

And yes, we can BBQ here if you'd like, theres still beer and condiments.

[tysonK]

me u and scott all have initial D(whooeee!), signatures!

[sperry]

me u and scott all have initial D(whooeee!), signatures!

I will admit to copying you guys...

here's another one:

"That's okay, I already got myself a new suit!"
"I want to see you in it"
"But you've already seen everything?"

OWNED. heheh

[dknv]

check, I think we should BBQ saturday night...plus,, I'm going to be getting something in the mail this week to install!

Anyone going to the Flowing Tide pub after Saturday's last run group?

[ArthurS]

I think that it would be cool to all meet at the Flowing Tide. Its a really nice place.

Oh yea, and I am there this weekend. Going tomorrow to get the numbers on magnets finished. 8)

[MattR]

Flowing tide is minutes from my house,,yaaaay!

[tysonK]

I'm going where everyone else is going.

[STIwish]

IM GOING!! IM GOING!! IM GOING!!! okay, enough caps... I shall be there this weekend... *does a happy dance* it was either go pick up my exhaust in the bay area or go to Reno and race.... easy decision.. i ordered my exhaust AND will be going to Reno... yeah baby.

[dknv]

For those who aren't on the renoscca e-mailing list, following is an excerpt for this weekend's events:

This weekend we have Reno points events 9 and 10, the "biggest little autocross" hosted by John Riggs Jr. and III. Besides a course that will surely prove to be fun and challenging, after both the morning and afternoon run groups on Saturday we will have a 16-driver challenge and runoff. The 16 drivers with the closest raw times will be entered into the challenge, with prizes for the winners as well as some additional awards.

After the event on Saturday, the Riggs will host a happy hour at the Flowing Tide Pub (on 10580 N McCarran, near 7th st.). Anyone who wants to come is welcome.

[ArthurS]

Sweeeeet. I should go add my email to the list at some point.

[ArthurS]

I am supposed to go pick up the magnets for my car today, but need some suggestions on sizing. How long and tall should the numbers and letters be?

Also, the lady making them for me thought it would be cool if they were color changing... :lol:.......is that legal?

[sperry]

I am supposed to go pick up the magnets for my car today, but need some suggestions on sizing. How long and tall should the numbers and letters be?

Also, the lady making them for me thought it would be cool if they were color changing... :lol:.......is that legal?

Usually chrome and color changing numbers are illegal.

[Dean]

Actually, I answered this in a an earlier event thread i think, but here it is againa:

If you want to read it, it is section 3.7 of the rule book, but here is the jist.

Numbers:

Minimum 8" tall, 1.25" stroke(line width). 900 point should meet this requirement in most fonts.

Class: Rules just say class shouls be smaller. I would suggest 6" as a minimum.

Uniform color, and in contrst with the color of the car. So Color changing is probably out...

Hope that helps.

[STIwish]

They give you the paper numbers correct?

[dknv]

Correct, paper numbers for 1st timers, just tape them in your windows.

[STIwish]

Thats good, will need to get some decent looking magnetic stickers here soon... as well as a helmet :)

[STIwish]

Okay, I'm getting ready to go for this weekend... someone wanna give me directions on how to get to Stead.. or at least Krispy Kream? Art, still waitin to hear back from you man...

[Dean]

Go to the web site...

http://www.renoscca.com And click on Event Directions

[dknv]

Or, Krispy Kreme -

http://www.seccs.org/forums/viewtopic.php?t=399

[ArthurS]

How did everyone do today? I slept in till about 12. Wasn't able to move. My sun-burn has caused muscle trama. :roll:

[sperry]

How did everyone do today? I slept in till about 12. Wasn't able to move. My sun-burn has caused muscle trama. :roll:

Yeah, lots of people were missing! No Evan, no Sergio either! I can understand tho, I woke up at 6am and thought I was dead. Too much sun/heat on a long-ass day yesterday... but I figured I paid already for today, and I still have a lot of ground to make up on Theo... heh :twisted:

[MattR]

Yeah, I was really impressed with everyone's times today, our group did very well. The track was way more fun backwards, good day overall for Team SECCS :lol:

[ArthurS]

Excellent. Hey Scott, any way you could post some of the vids I took?

I have a video of the STi runnning a full lap, the GTS-R running a full lap, and a few other people. I also have about 30 pictures. Let me know.

[sperry]

Excellent. Hey Scott, any way you could post some of the vids I took?

I have a video of the STi runnning a full lap, the GTS-R running a full lap, and a few other people. I also have about 30 pictures. Let me know.

Well, if the movie's under 2MB you can attach it to the board, but the rest of the site is down untill I finish my code re-write.

[ArthurS]

Nah, they are over 2 megs.....I'll see if I can load them on my page.

[STIwish]

Sunburns kept me out of running today as well, I had already paid but I was having trouble walking much less driving... besides, It would just be a repeat of the day before I'm sure.

[STIwish]

Just wondering.. did anyone beat my +7 cones record today? LOL... I am the K0ne King

[sperry]

Just wondering.. did anyone beat my +7 cones record today? LOL... I am the K0ne King

Not today, but I had a run in my T-Bird a while back where the cone count was simply "+ a lot". :lol: I missed my brake mark and just plowed thru a wall of cones and then a few more getting back on the track.

[STIwish]

*goes to change his tinkerer to something else because he can*

[sperry]

*goes to change his tinkerer to something else because he can*

Um... don't break the database. :P :lol:

[BOO]

I am sorry I wasnt able to make it guys .. We were out looking at some homes/sites.. :(
We did however make it on sunday for a brief moment and JC told me you guys had just left ... He also told me about the STi :shock:

[BOO]

Hey SCOTT speaking of, Are you still going to remain "The Doink" now that we have new title or should you change it to : " The Seccs Master" :P :lol: :lol:

[AtomicLabMonkey]

Not today, but I had a run in my T-Bird a while back where the cone count was simply "+ a lot". :lol: I missed my brake mark and just plowed thru a wall of cones and then a few more getting back on the track.

Hehehe... I remember that, and me shouting "BRAKE BRAKE BRAKE BRAKE!!" at you at the end of a straightaway.. not sure if it was that time or another. :lol:

[sperry]

Hey SCOTT speaking of, Are you still going to remain "The Doink" now that we have new title or should you change it to : " The Seccs Master" :P :lol: :lol:

:lol: I didn't even think about that... I think you guys should come up with a rank for me, I don't wanna make up my own.

[sperry]

Hehehe... I remember that, and me shouting "BRAKE BRAKE BRAKE BRAKE!!" at you at the end of a straightaway.. not sure if it was that time or another. :lol:

Yeah, that's the one... the announcer said something like "49 seconds, plus a whole lot of cones for the Thunderbird". I think they ended up scoring the run as a DNF, just cause counting all those cones was too hard. :lol:

[MattR]

Hahahaha, my new title rules!!! hahahaha!

[tysonK]

thats funny..but I'll still need your special skills to help with my spring install..