PCA-CWR Autox # 3 - July 2nd 2011
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Topic: PCA-CWR Autox # 3 - July 2nd 2011
Posted By: Colby
Subject: PCA-CWR Autox # 3 - July 2nd 2011
Date Posted: 20 June 2011 at 4:31pm
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http://porsche.jeffgrant.com/viewtopic.php?f=23&t=3683 - http://porsche.jeffgrant.com/viewtopic.php?f=23&t=3683 and registration is http://www.karelo.com/register.php?BID=374&BT=10#Ev10899 - here .
We are making a few improvements to the event, the first being
that we will no longer be doing registration and payment onsite. From
now on, this must all be done online via Karelo, just like UBC club
events. This will eliminate the clumsy morning registration. This event is capped at 50 drivers. Pre-registration via Karelo is mandatory. There will be absolutely no refunds. We will only issue a credit for future autocross events if you cancel within 24 hours or more in advance. If you "no show" for the event, we will not refund NOR credit you. If you are not sure you can attend, please do not pre-register. Pre-registration on Karelo is the only way to sign up for this event. Those showing up with cash on the morning of the event will be turned away.
Cost is $40 per driver, and includes all fees and taxes. ( HST number: 81333 1451 RT0001) PLEASE MAKE A NOTE IF YOU ARE SHARING / CODRIVING A CAR. Please note: You do not need to be a Porsche Club member or own a Porsche to participate. We welcome everyone to join us! Friends and family are welcome to come and spectate as well: there is no need to sign-up if you just want to watch, however EVERYONE that is on-site MUST read and sign the liability waivers. There is absolutely ZERO TOLERANCE for any burnouts, reckless driving, or loud stereos on Ford Road at any time. Anyone caught breaking this rule will be immediately, and permanently, banned from all 3 local autocross clubs without warning. Please obey the stop signs abeam the runway, and wait for any aircraft that are taking off or landing before resuming. Gates will be open by 8:00am. Please don't arrive too early as a line will form on Ford Road, however you must be onsite and checked-in by 9am, or you will not run. The last run will be finished by 4:30pm. If you drive, you must work. If you cannot work, or need to leave early early, it must be prearranged with us, or else you will not be welcome back. Free instruction and a limited amount of loaner helmets are available for novice drivers! Drivers of all skill levels are encouraged to come out! You are welcome to bring your own helmet as long as it is a 2000 or newer model M or SA helmet. Please make sure your vehicle is free of all loose objects, including your trunk compartment, and that your battery is firmly bolted down in place. Any vehicles found to be mechanically unsafe will not be allowed to run, and no refund will be given. ------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
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Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 20 June 2011 at 4:56pm
As I'm still sans one engine, I will have to wait this one out.  ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 20 June 2011 at 5:29pm
Allan, what the heck did you do to your foot?
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http://porsche.jeffgrant.com/viewtopic.php?f=23&t=3683#p26120 - Re: PCA CWR autocross #3, July 2nd 2011
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If I can't drive then I'll probably still come by to say "hey". 
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 20 June 2011 at 5:39pm
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That wouldn't have stopped Fred and Barney.
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Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 20 June 2011 at 6:16pm
Four foot-pounds of torque?  ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 20 June 2011 at 9:04pm
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Mishap unhooking the equalizer bars on the weight distributing hitch of my trailer. In an instant, a couple hundred pounds of force was sent through a steel pipe into my right foot, pinning it to the ground. I lifted up the pipe and slid my foot out and then in a couple of seconds, the top of my shoe started to turn red. Now my foot is a variety of colours and I can't walk that well. I kinda hobble around. Not too much fun.
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Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 20 June 2011 at 9:53pm
That sounds awful. I'll keep my fingers crossed for a speedy recovery for ya, bud.  ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 20 June 2011 at 11:34pm
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Oh man, that gives me the willies just thinking about it. Geez Allan, hope you have a speedy and complete recovery!
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Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 20 June 2011 at 11:38pm
| Thanks guys. I'm heading back to the doctor to check up on a potential circulation problem. Sometimes it seems that more blood is spilling into my foot rather than go where it needs to. Good thing biology is interesting to me or else I'd be more concerned. Oh well, I have a spare foot. lol! |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 12:17am
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Yeah, but you need two feet at the track! Or I suppose you could drive an automatic, but that would suck!
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 6:50am
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I may be in my Mazda3...depends on trans ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 11:45am
My wife's automatic trans car is pretty peppy. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 12:54pm
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I will look at registering tonight...I have confirmed the use of r-comps for the Mazda3 Anyone have a impact gun that I could borrow, I will have to change tires onsite... ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 1:18pm
Ok Bitches...Registered the Mazda3 with R-Comps...lol, bring it on!!!! ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 1:26pm
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I have an IR air-powered impact gun. You bring the beefy compressor.
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 1:27pm
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Brian, I'm glad you're going to be there, but... July 2nd is still 11 days away. Does that mean the Fiero is definately a "no-go"? |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 4:09pm
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Since I will have those R-Comps, it will be the Mazda3 and will be fun to really push the car and not have the tires squeel like Tris Allan, bring the wifes Merc, only need one foot ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 4:13pm
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That's funny!
But that's not.
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 4:20pm
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Thought you would like that one Pat Going to pick up a new canopy also, can't beat $70...came in handy often http://www.shopxscargo.com/product_catalogue/cat_product_details.asp?category_id=17&product_code=22234&sub_category_1_id=92&category=Patio - http://www.shopxscargo.com/product_catalogue/cat_product_det ails.asp?category_id=17&product_code=22234&sub_categ ory_1_id=92&category=Patio Furniture ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 4:28pm
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Now this is a great deal...I have the 12V lighter converter that has the outlet, thinks this would work on the track?... http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/6/Tools/2/CordedPowerT ools/CordlessImpactDrivers/PRD~0542734P/Mastercraft%252B%252 5BD-in.%252B7.5A%252BImpact%252BWrench.jsp?locale=en - http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/6/Tools/2/CordedPowerT ools/CordlessImpactDrivers/PRD~0542734P/Mastercraft%252B%252 5BD-in.%252B7.5A%252BImpact%252BWrench.jsp?locale=en Or http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/6/Tools/2/CordedPowerTools/CordlessImpactDrivers/PRD~0091522P/Impact%252BWrench%25252C%252B12V.jsp?locale=en - http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/6/Tools/2/CordedPowerT ools/CordlessImpactDrivers/PRD~0091522P/Impact%252BWrench%25 252C%252B12V.jsp?locale=en
------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 4:43pm
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The guys there seem to use them without issue. And the one fellow told me due to the relatively low torque output, it negates the need for a torque stick. Squal the tires like Tris? Hehe, I was one of the few drivers who didn't spin their cars even once last autocross (Though I can't deny one launch was a bit too hot, which resulted in a lot of tire smoke and a slow start). I know $1500 hurts, but hell, I'm on an apprentice's budget and I spent that on tires for my truck. DON'T GIVE UP BRIAN! ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 4:47pm
I would think that it would depend on the output of your inverter.
I wonder if that has any "balls"? Brian, what's wrong with using a regular wrench? Hell, we'd all chip in to help if there's some "physical" issue. Seriously.
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 4:50pm
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I don't think Brian was referring to your tires. Think http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0068473/ - Deliverance .
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 5:28pm
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lol...it is my back Pat, more loosening, I have my torque wrench. And not giving up on my baby, why do you think I am looking at buying this on Friday: http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/car+care/car+care+kits/dual+orbital+machine+polish+wax+kit.do - http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/car+care/car+care+kits/d ual+orbital+machine+polish+wax+kit.do And a whole wach of other items like sealant...Mazda3 will get the paint sealant then wax. Fiero I want that show cae finish again, it's been years, I plan to "stack" the layers starting with clay, paint glaze, machin polish #2, then best of show wax Then also I want the glass kit, want to see if I can get all those wiper blade streakes taken car off, chips not so much. Again as with the bleeder system, detail resources will be made available to the club...but I want the 3" & 6" orbital polishers...so ya, spending too much money...lol ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 5:31pm
PS: I may sell my Enkei 17" EVO5 rims...sitting at home looking for a good owner, I am looking for racing rims that are dual bolt for both cars, so easy swap with KUHMO or Hoosers ...if anyone is interested let's chat------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 6:47pm
+1 Those things take plenty of power. The Snap-On 24V Li-Ion impact gun is pretty sweet. Borrowed one from a friend at the track once. You'll need to save up a mortgage payment though. :( Looked at the link to your canopy/tent thing. It has frilly edges, just like you. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 7:21pm
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Allan, I'll be bitch slapping you soon:)...the canopy is not frilly, but picked it up on the way home, and nice to have when white folk like you need shade:). I guess I can try that gun and see...it is CT, so if I don't like it, take it back, but for $50 and it saves my back...so be it:) Now time to fix my PC...piece of sh*t...lol ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 8:39pm
Ah my virgin ears (Eyes?)! As for the Canadian Tire comment, I don't know what's been up lately, but all the tools I have from Canadian Tire have all been performing flawlessly, whereas my Craftsmen gear wrenches are already falling apart. Besides, I cut Canadian Tire some slack for hooking me up with custom-order rims for $100 per rim.
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Posted By: Capt Fiero
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 9:58pm
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Brian didn't you have some 15" tires you were looking to sell? I remember talking to you about it back when we installed the Clutchnet Clutch. ------------- Capt Fiero 88 Fiero GT 5spd V6 Eight Fifty Seven GT V8 5spd. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 10:05pm
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That's my stock which has the R888's on them ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Capt Fiero
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 10:24pm
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I thought you had just tires that you were going to sell and put dedicated race tires on the stock wheels. Are the R888's you dedicated race tire, or are you waiting for slicks. ------------- Capt Fiero 88 Fiero GT 5spd V6 Eight Fifty Seven GT V8 5spd. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 10:42pm
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They are my current race tread, 100 treadware... That's why I want to sell my Enkei's, and get a dual bolt wheel with the slicks...then I can use either car, and have the 15" and R888's for track and wet days, they are awesome wet autox tires. ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 11:53pm
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Well heck Brian, as I earlier stated, any of us would be happy to give you a hand changing over wheels/tires at the track.
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Posted By: Capt Fiero
Date Posted: 21 June 2011 at 11:58pm
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Well frick if someone wanted to go real nuts, I have a Gas Generator here, an air compressor and a large box of air tools that would all fit on the back of my trailer very well., Generator is a 3.5kw Kuboda which could power all your tools, compressor lights and even a heater if need be. ------------- Capt Fiero 88 Fiero GT 5spd V6 Eight Fifty Seven GT V8 5spd. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 22 June 2011 at 9:05am
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Thank you guys:)...be nice to have the impact gun at home also...since I can actually pack the tires in the Mazda is why I will change onsite, so I may ask for help this time:) I am actually considering a hitch and trailer like you have David...anyone interested in a 6' x 6' metal shed, Cheap:), it's in my carport and would like the space.
------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 22 June 2011 at 11:39am
If no one expresses any interest, take it to the metal depot just over the bridge. You get a pretty penny for it.  ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 22 June 2011 at 1:27pm
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Na, it's in great shape and only want maybe $50 for it...or I'll donate it to a neighbour, thanks though ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 22 June 2011 at 9:02pm
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You might want to keep it if you painted some frilly-frills on it. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 22 June 2011 at 9:38pm
Get over it Allan! ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 2:28pm
I am registered for this now. 
------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 2:29pm
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With the Formula?
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Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 7:30pm
Yep. ------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 7:40pm
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I hate you.
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Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 7:59pm
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Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 9:35pm
It's ok, someone had to be last anyways, eh brother? ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 9:51pm
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Ouch ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 10:09pm
Well, seeing as how you'll be running the track in your shoes for the foreseeable future, that would be you!
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Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 10:11pm
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Even without an engine, my Fiero still makes more power than yours. ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: D_sensitized
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 10:14pm
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I think I will be able to make this one! I will find out and register tomorrow if I can, maybe my dad will come out too. It's been too long since the last one and with the addition of the final engine mount (dogbone) there isn't and shaking under hard acceleration anymore. ------------- -Harrison 88GT 3800 SC1 F23 5-speed Chilliwack |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 10:38pm
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I just finished registering. I didn't want to leave it too late and chance missing the opportunity of watching Tristan wheeling Gretchin around the track... with Allan off to the side screaming "Push! Push! Push!"
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 10:48pm
------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 11:13pm
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Harrison, I hope you can make it out. It's been a while and I'm curious to see how our times compare now, typically you were beating me by a second or so I think.
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Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 23 June 2011 at 11:33pm
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Ohh...i guess i have to register. I have an alignment appointment on
monday and will need to see how much i can beat you all by. Lol. Gary
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 24 June 2011 at 12:01am
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Going to be a great day...I'll remember to bring my Frilly canopy...lol Got the wheels and Toyo R888's that are a special compound, only 3 sets in Canada and estimated 30 treadware...so like V710's:)...let's see...pics tomorrow ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 24 June 2011 at 8:33am
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Thirty. You have a thirty treadwear. You look at them? Bam, half the tire's gone. ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 24 June 2011 at 9:44am
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Ya...that's why I put them on at the track I emailed the owner and as you can clearly see how his Toe on the alignment was really off..so I'll rotate and wear them down for him...and you can also tell his last time with them was at Mission for a track day...lots of pick up ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 24 June 2011 at 7:51pm
I betchya I can hobble around the track faster than Tristan. Well I'm going to have to come by and visit at the bare minimum. Sounds like a great day! |
Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 24 June 2011 at 8:55pm
Pfft, good luck with that.
Might just stop in to watch what's what. ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 24 June 2011 at 10:36pm
So are you and your dad registered now? ------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 24 June 2011 at 10:50pm
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I am registered now ...so i am hoping for a dry day and a
fast course. Vrooooom Gary |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 24 June 2011 at 11:03pm
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------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 25 June 2011 at 12:02am
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Cool! It'll be nice with the new alignment too. Be sure to kick Brian's butt for me. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 25 June 2011 at 7:39am
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Your coming out right Allan?... ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 25 June 2011 at 9:05am
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Yep, I'll come to watch and go for rides. Foot is still too tender to abuse and I really want it to be ready for ORP mid-July so I don't want to risk delaying the healing process. |
Posted By: D_sensitized
Date Posted: 25 June 2011 at 5:04pm
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Registered
See you all there. ------------- -Harrison 88GT 3800 SC1 F23 5-speed Chilliwack |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 25 June 2011 at 5:25pm
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Good stuff...this will be a fun day:) ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Medic
Date Posted: 26 June 2011 at 4:44pm
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Registered I hope they have an extra helmet. ------------- 88 GT Northstar 6 Spd |
Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 26 June 2011 at 4:46pm
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Cool! Will be neat to see that car out, and yes they have loaner helmets.
------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: Capt Fiero
Date Posted: 26 June 2011 at 5:00pm
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Steve if you end up in a real pinch I have my helmet here. Its not pretty but it works. ------------- Capt Fiero 88 Fiero GT 5spd V6 Eight Fifty Seven GT V8 5spd. |
Posted By: Medic
Date Posted: 26 June 2011 at 5:03pm
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Thanks. I aint' pretty either so it might work! ------------- 88 GT Northstar 6 Spd |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 26 June 2011 at 5:17pm
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How many now to this event, 6-8 of us?...
------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 26 June 2011 at 6:50pm
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6 so far, that's including my dad.
------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 26 June 2011 at 8:17pm
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Steve, would you like me to drop off my flaming skull helmet back where I dropped off the brake calipers? ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Capt Fiero
Date Posted: 26 June 2011 at 9:32pm
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Sure, that would be great! Thanks From: West Coast Fieros Forum Sent: Sunday, June 26, 2011 8:17 PM To: bcmedic@shaw.ca Subject: West Coast Fieros Forum : PCA-CWR Autox # 3 - July 2nd 2011 Hi Medic, ------------- Capt Fiero 88 Fiero GT 5spd V6 Eight Fifty Seven GT V8 5spd. |
Posted By: Capt Fiero
Date Posted: 26 June 2011 at 9:34pm
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He hit reply when he should'a clicked. All the errors go to my email box, so I am forwading it back here. ------------- Capt Fiero 88 Fiero GT 5spd V6 Eight Fifty Seven GT V8 5spd. |
Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 26 June 2011 at 9:35pm
Thanks David. He's got ahold of me now.  ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 12:24pm
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Oh man, you're going to have fun on the track with that car!
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 1:05pm
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Maybe I'll switch cars and bring the Fiero... ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 1:09pm
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Brian, if you get your Fiero back in time from the shop and everything's working properly... you've GOT to bring it on Saturday!
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 1:28pm
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I will ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 1:30pm
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Woohoo! Glad to hear that, Brian! It's going to be great having all these Fieros out on Saturday. I just hope the suspension mods we did to my '84 at Gary's last weekend will help to get my underpowered duke around the track a little faster than previously. With Colby moving up to the V6 powered '88 Formula, I'm feeling a little pressure now as the only guy trying to demonstrate that a 4-banger Fiero (with a whopping 90 HP) can compete at all with higher powered cars on the track. It's an ominous task!
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Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 1:46pm
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Well, assuming Dan and I get the engine done in record time (And he doesn't murder me), I might be able to sneak in as well. Unlikely, however. ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 1:49pm
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That would be great Tristan, but yeah, that might be cutting it close. Who else in the club can we convince to come out? There's several club members with perfectly good Fieros ready to roll who'd have a gas if they tried it. One of them just bought a nice '87 GT 5-spd. What's his name again? Hmmm.... I do recall posting the following though.
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Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 2:02pm
It'll be hard, but I think I proved that my 2m4 had the potential be apart of the the pack (albeit, near the bottom) rather than in the bottom 5, at least on some courses. It's easier when it's wet out, since a Duke with the right tires can almost drive like it's a normal sunny day due to the lack of power while the other cars need to restrain themselves a bit. ------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 2:20pm
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Sorry Colby, but I believe it was Nikola Tesla who theorized that: V8 > V6 > V6-with-blown-rings > Hustling-on-foot > Duke.
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Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 2:37pm
To be fair, most of the cars I've beaten have been other 4 cylinders. You should have told the few V6's and V8's I've beaten about this theory though, maybe it would have helped them out. ------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 2:54pm
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I can't help it if some drivers forgot to take physics in school. Silly drivers. ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 4:13pm
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Back in '96 I beat a 5.0L Mustang with a 1991 4-banger Tercel at a regional autox at Blackcomb Mountain. The Mustang owner got severely razzed by his friends. Patrick, when my foot is better I might need to borrow your mighty Duke and take Tristan to school. |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 5:39pm
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Allan, that would be my pleasure.
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 10:36pm
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Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 11:12pm
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Oh it is on. ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 27 June 2011 at 11:35pm
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By the way, David helped me get the engine today. Needs a slight clean and hone (There's a touch of surface rust in some areas). I managed to get it out back home (At the expense of my back, as no one at my house felt like helping me move it the fifty feet to my garage), so now I just need to get it over to Dan's to finish the swap. ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 28 June 2011 at 9:33pm
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So Mac D's at 7am?...want to get there early so we can all parking in the back together...set up the canopy and nice area to relax in Cheers... ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 28 June 2011 at 10:19pm
Good idea, but usually I haven't even left by 7 am yet. I think if we all got there by 7:45 we should be able to get the parking we need. I need my sleep. 
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 29 June 2011 at 6:38am
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We all do...lol, I am doing waivers on Friday at 7:15am...lol ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 29 June 2011 at 10:18am
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Ahh...you're doing vcmc's "alumni" event. Have fun! I don't know when the PCA gates will be open on Sat. Isn't it closer to 7:45-8am? Maybe check with Rich. This old crippled guy needs his sleep too.
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 29 June 2011 at 11:13am
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Lazy arses!!!, ok Hop along, Kerstin's coming out also:).
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 29 June 2011 at 1:40pm
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Tristan, any progress reports? (And did you get my email?)
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 29 June 2011 at 1:51pm
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At the last Porsche Club autocross on June 5th, I arrived at 8 AM and was one of the first ones there. I had the entire back area to myself. As long as we all get there this Saturday just before 8 AM, we should be able to have a Fiero (and 914) paddock to ourselves. Having said that, it would still be fun to meet up at the McDonald's first so that we could all arrive en masse at the track to strike terror into the hearts of our competitors.
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 29 June 2011 at 4:34pm
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I am sure we'll see you all at the track, sleepyheads...lol ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |