UBCSCC AutoX - Team Enduro - Aug 28th
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Topic: UBCSCC AutoX - Team Enduro - Aug 28th
Posted By: Bassman
Subject: UBCSCC AutoX - Team Enduro - Aug 28th
Date Posted: 09 August 2011 at 12:07pm
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http://forum.ubcscc.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=3968 - http://forum.ubcscc.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=3968 This is last years details, I posted asking fior current information. I know Colby was interested, this is a great event which I have attended a few years with Team Snoopy...need a name and shirts made, etc.:). If I had a choice between this and BCCC the day before, I would choose this one as it's a HUGE course using the runway...check it out and let's plan...I hope to have my car tweaked and ready...lol ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 09 August 2011 at 12:37pm
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I'm kind of intrigued by the "team" concept, especially Team Fiero. There needs to be four drivers from what I understand, and there needs to be one novice, right? As far as I know, I qualify as a novice as prior to December of 2010, I had only participated in three autocrosses. So, do I have any value to a team as the designated novice driver? (Please don't give me a bad time, I'm becoming emotionally fragile with only 90 HP at my disposal!) And before everyone moans and makes fun of the duke, the other option is that I co-drive someone else's Fiero. Any chance we can work something out? [EDIT] I should add that in regards to a team needing a "novice", I believe Steve (with his beautiful Northstar powered '88 GT) would also qualify. Hmmm... who do you pick, eh? Pat with his duke or Steve with his Northstar? If Steve's not working, I'll be in the bleachers.
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 09 August 2011 at 12:43pm
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It's a team affair, so you would bring value to the team:)...I emailed Stephanie (Pres of UBCCC) asking for this years details to be posted, it's only a few weeks away and there is nothing that I could fine on their site. we have three with Colby, you and I...the 4th is what we need, and we know Gary would be a choice candidate or Allan...anyone else interested, speak 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: 09 August 2011 at 1:55pm
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Not me. I'm allergic to UBC events. Patrick: co-drive Brian's or Colby's car. Those will outperform the mighty Duke (sorry) and you can also use that day as a driver comparison which would be very valuable. I'm planning on attending the BCCC autox and hopefully it'll be the return of the insanely fun Sylvester vs Tweety battles of 2007 and 2008. I'm trying to get my friend Bob to come play (we have the same car).
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 09 August 2011 at 2:05pm
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That would be great, but it's not my call.
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AllanJ wrote:Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 09 August 2011 at 2:38pm
I know....that's why I mentioned it. Here, I'll ask for you. Brian or Colby, could one of you fine gentlemen please offer a co-drive to Patrick for the reasons I outlined above? |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 09 August 2011 at 2:45pm
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Oh man, I can hear grumbling coming from Burnaby and Abbotsford.
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 09 August 2011 at 4:19pm
You are more than welcome to co-drive with me bud ------------- 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: 09 August 2011 at 4:21pm
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Same here... I told you a while ago you could co-drive with me whenever you wanted.
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 09 August 2011 at 4:56pm
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Thanks guys! Brian, as much as I'd love to drive your car (and maybe I'll still get the chance sometime), from an educational (and historic) standpoint, co-driving with Colby probably makes the most sense. After the two of us having "duked" it out, I'm sure we're both curious how our driving styles compare to each other (Colby's methodical, I'm more on the edge) while driving the same car, and fortunately a car with more power than a duke. Here's our chance! So Colby, you've got yourself a co-driver. Is there one more Fiero who'd care to join us, or will we have to settle for a Porsche?
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This should be fun!Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 09 August 2011 at 10:28pm
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Hey Patty... my motor is in the right place...
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Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 09 August 2011 at 10:43pm
Here we go, they've posted the details for this year's team enduro:
------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 09 August 2011 at 11:36pm
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Excellent! You guys will have fun. Just remember to embrace the accelerator, but not too much.
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 11 August 2011 at 4:26pm
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Colby, any chance you and I should "practice" for this event by going to the Corvette Club's autocross the day before?
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 11 August 2011 at 7:14pm
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I already thought of this also to attend Saturday, got that same email...are we in for this Enduro? ------------- 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: 11 August 2011 at 7:40pm
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I'm in!
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Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 11 August 2011 at 9:03pm
Yes, I think I'll be going to the Corvette club event as well. If you wanted to co-drive then as well we can do that. ------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 11 August 2011 at 9:16pm
Yeah, that would be wonderful. As part of a team at the Enduro on Sunday, I'd feel a lot more comfortable at that event after having some seat time in your car on Saturday. This will be great.
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 11 August 2011 at 9:18pm
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Ok, the three of us and who's the fourth?...Gary?...then we have "Reds"...we have to come up with a name...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: beken
Date Posted: 11 August 2011 at 9:22pm
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Go get em, you guys. -------------  Beken (aka Ken) - bekentech@westcoastfieros.com Original and still the owner of an 85SE 2M6 4spd |
Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 11 August 2011 at 9:26pm
i have a red car! sounds like a bunch of fun!
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 11 August 2011 at 9:35pm
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I know we'll do well, Hope for Saturday to be successful, I'll register then. Anyone going to reply to Vic?...if so put me please as a TBA...gotta check with the wife ------------- 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: 11 August 2011 at 9:36pm
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Yeah, I hear the color red is mandatory. That's the only reason the (less than) Mighty Duke isn't being entered.
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Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 11 August 2011 at 9:50pm
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Colby has a red duke if you want... Brian, i will e-mail back Vic at the end of the weekend to give the Corvette people a bit to go to the front of the line. Gary |
Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 13 August 2011 at 10:14pm
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Once we come up with a name I'll post the team details on their forum.
------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 13 August 2011 at 10:52pm
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At the restaurant we seemed to be focused on the color red, which isn't necessarily a bad thing, but keep in mind the two Fieros and one Porsche are all also two seaters and mid/rear engined and rear wheel drive. Do we want a "cute" name like the Redegades ? Or a cryptic name like RED RWD FTW ? Or... ?
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 13 August 2011 at 11:04pm
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Smokin Tornadoes Lightning Dreamers My Fav...Ball Busters Flying Phoenix Ankle Breakers Da Bomb Squad All Fired Up Dream Team Fire Breathing Rubber Duckies The Cream Puffs
------------- 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: 13 August 2011 at 11:09pm
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At first glance I thought it was... The Smokin' Tomatoes I kinda like it.
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 14 August 2011 at 10:30am
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I like Ball Busters because that's what we take all the time is peeps busting our balls because we are Fiero's (other than Gary)...so time to reverse:) Going to register now... ------------- 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: 14 August 2011 at 10:36am
Registered...Let's go kids ------------- 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: 14 August 2011 at 11:09am
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Ok, posted on forum, just update Colby and add each of us to the team list...need to confirm the name guys
------------- 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: 14 August 2011 at 1:21pm
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Prancing Ponies... You know you want to... Given the progress I've made with Gretchin's heart transplant, and with the strides Harrison has made with his 3800, are there any members willing to join up? ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 14 August 2011 at 1:22pm
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Which name? You're not serious about "Ball Busters" are you? No way! I think we need some more discussion on this! Colby, Gary... speak up!
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 14 August 2011 at 1:41pm
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I really dont care for the name...make it fun, what's wrong with ball
busters?...lol Tris, there are teams looking for novices, each team needs one, we have Patrick...you guys can join up with another...goto the forum and post. With our current team, call us "Reds"? ------------- 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: 14 August 2011 at 1:57pm
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CV Busters would make more sense, but no, that sucks as well. Colby, Gary... think up a name. Brian and I are on totally different pages here.
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 14 August 2011 at 2:08pm
How about Red Rubber Duckies then? Although I still like The Smokin' Tomatoes. (Tomatoes are red, get it?) Or a variation of that, if you're a fan of "B' movies... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attack_of_the_Killer_Tomatoes - The Killer Tomatoes .
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Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 14 August 2011 at 2:57pm
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My faith in humanity just died a little... And I know there's that option Brian, but I'd just like to be partnered up with as many Fiero-friends as possible. Then fill in the rest of the gaps in other ways. ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 14 August 2011 at 3:44pm
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That was a stupid movie...lol, I like Red Rubber Duckies, more than tomatoes, Colby & Gary will finalize. Tris, you both can create a team, just need to recruit two more, I like to see how the Dr. drives... Come on out and play peeps... ------------- 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: 14 August 2011 at 3:55pm
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David will be pre-occupied, I suspect, with his family situation. I haven't seen Austin in forever, but it'd be awesome if he came out. Actually, if anyone from the club wants to come out, I'd strongly suggest going for it, it's one hell of an experience. ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 14 August 2011 at 4:03pm
Turn the names suggested so far into a poll and let the club decide what we should call ourselves.
------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 14 August 2011 at 5:45pm
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Good idea...who will administer this? ------------- 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: 14 August 2011 at 6:02pm
I nominate the Colbster.
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 14 August 2011 at 6:43pm
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Colby, once you and Gary submit the names of interest you have, then post a poll please...and get registered:) ------------- 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: 14 August 2011 at 7:49pm
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Spin Cycle
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Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 14 August 2011 at 7:50pm
Dibs on that name. ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 14 August 2011 at 8:26pm
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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: karnak
Date Posted: 14 August 2011 at 9:56pm
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lol...killer tomatoes... .."pass the ketchup..." lol how bout "katch-up" or let's see... mid-engine maniacs revoluinary reds seeing red red barons big red mr. bill's evil brothers  lol |
Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 14 August 2011 at 10:05pm
oh.. and i am regestered. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 15 August 2011 at 7:23am
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I like... mid-engine maniacs
------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: Shakey Dave
Date Posted: 15 August 2011 at 11:08am
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How about "The Red Ryders" as a team name! ------------- "Shakey" Dave Hathaway www3.telus.net/myhistory |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 15 August 2011 at 1:31pm
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I like that ------------- 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: 15 August 2011 at 5:03pm
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Mid-Engine Mercenaries (I don't like the guy on Pennock's called "MidEngineManiac".) Anything but "Ball Busters".
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 15 August 2011 at 6:53pm
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Stop busting me balls Pat...lol I like Red Ryders...let's not thin k about this forever, pick a name ------------- 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: 15 August 2011 at 7:43pm
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Big decision to make, Colby!
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Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 15 August 2011 at 8:02pm
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OK, I'll make a poll soon. First I need to register.
------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 15 August 2011 at 8:08pm
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The Red Army... Wow, that... Is something. 'Good run, comrade!' ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 15 August 2011 at 8:12pm
"All Canadian"...like the "Ricers"...lol...I am Ukranian but this isn't hockey...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: 15 August 2011 at 8:12pm
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Glad you can join 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: 15 August 2011 at 8:14pm
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Hmm, I don't have permission to make a new poll in the "Performance Driving" section. ------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: Colby
Date Posted: 15 August 2011 at 8:23pm
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http://www.westcoastfieros.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=2635&PN=1&TPN=1 - Vote!
------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 15 August 2011 at 8:47pm
ok. i will. after this part is done, i will crank out some shirts and door decals. |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 15 August 2011 at 9:33pm
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Okay, I've registered myself as a co-driver of Colby's Fiero at both the Enduro and at the Corvette Club's autocross.
Cool.
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Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 15 August 2011 at 10:15pm
no babes... a slinky can be arranged though... 
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 16 August 2011 at 12:42pm
Tris & Harrison, here's a team looking, there are many peeps looking, join up
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by http://forum.ubcscc.com/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=433 - RJH » Tue Aug 16, 2011 12:47 pm Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 16 August 2011 at 1:26pm
the shirts are purchased! Woo hooo!  |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 16 August 2011 at 3:15pm
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Hope you got me a XL:)...lol...let us know the cost, get you cash next time I see ya, thanks for this ------------- 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: 16 August 2011 at 4:21pm
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The team is posted in their forum now.
------------- 88 Formula 5 speed |
Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 16 August 2011 at 5:44pm
A shame the Mustang ain't ready, could've joined up with the pony car team. I can't really join any teams yet though anyways, as I'm still not sure if I'll be done in time (I hope, but I don't want to confirm and then ruin someone else's experience). ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 16 August 2011 at 8:10pm
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Yep Brian, an XL is here for you.
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Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 16 August 2011 at 8:57pm
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ok. here is a quick one. i have shown it in colour and also, in a black and white for the iron on stuff as i don't think the colour will carry off too well over a red shirt. thoughts?  |
Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 16 August 2011 at 9:13pm
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lmao! I love it!
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 16 August 2011 at 9:16pm
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I also love it...is there a way to add the WCF logo on maybe a arm?. I like the black outline, any thoughts for the back, maybe the name?. Thanks for this Gary... ------------- 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: 16 August 2011 at 9:18pm
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Tris, try to make it to the Saturday vette autox and come and cheers on the club team, be nice to see some support Welcome back Allan, really looking forward in hearing about this trip ------------- 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: 16 August 2011 at 10:12pm
Not going to make either now. Engine is seized, so I'll definitely not be done in time to make that weekend. ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 17 August 2011 at 7:21am
What?...the one you just installed? ------------- 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: 17 August 2011 at 9:35am
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Damn.
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 17 August 2011 at 9:42am
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Excellent, Gary! Any chance you could make the stem green on the red T-shirt (and perhaps the wheels some lighter color...white or silver)?
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Posted By: Romeo
Date Posted: 17 August 2011 at 11:10am
Yep. Posted out a want ad in the club forum, but I don't think I'll have an engine within a reasonable enough time frame to be ready in time for either event. ------------- Never shift into reverse without a back-up plan. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 17 August 2011 at 12:36pm
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More colours addes up costs I am sure... ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 17 August 2011 at 7:40pm
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Patrick, the iron on stuff is basically clear and i can only work with that with the time i have. i will do some testing though for the best effect. Brian, i will see what i can do about the WCF logo on the arm or something... Gary |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 17 August 2011 at 8:09pm
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Not a requirement Gary, just suggested, promote the club:)...I have no idea of the process:) ------------- 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: 18 August 2011 at 8:37am
Thx! Fantastic trip. Exporting a video of one lap now. |
Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 21 August 2011 at 7:54pm
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Hey guys, I'll be having a crazy week, let me know if there is anything before Sunday, or where we are meeting prior to and all... Cheers, Brian PS: How much for the shirt Gary:) ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 21 August 2011 at 9:01pm
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Brian, we can discuss this more with Colby and Patrick but i think meeting first then all going in as a group may be best. Perhaps at the Scottish food place at 7:30 or so... Shirt is no charge. |
Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 22 August 2011 at 2:52pm
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Gary, you have a way with words lately.
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 22 August 2011 at 3:05pm
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I kind of like the way Gary's been expressing himself recently as well.
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 22 August 2011 at 3:42pm
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Scottish food place, MacD's Scottish?... And don't listen to Allan especially ------------- Brian (Bassman) 86 GT Fastback 3.2L 2013 Mazda3 Sport GS SkyActive [IMG]http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u243/Bassman68/BassmanSignature.png"> |
Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 22 August 2011 at 6:41pm
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lol... i think that is why the clown has red hair...
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Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 22 August 2011 at 7:42pm
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 27 August 2011 at 4:21pm
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Yes Brian, http://www.westcoastfieros.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=2636&PN=1&TPN=2 - there's something now that needs to be discussed. It's not the end of the world, but it certainly affects our day on Sunday.
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 27 August 2011 at 8:11pm
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So, with the very recent developments of the day, The Smokin' Tomatoes have had to change up our plans a bit. Originally, Brian and Gary were to be driving their own cars, while Colby and I were to be co-driving Colby's '88 Formula. However... Colby and Gary will now be co-driving the Porsche, while I'll be co-driving Brian's GT. Should be a great day. Let's hope everyone's car survives intact!
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 28 August 2011 at 6:17am
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Wakey wakey, Tomatoes! Let's get Smokin' !!!
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 28 August 2011 at 7:03am
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This tomato is rolling...
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Posted By: AllanJ
Date Posted: 28 August 2011 at 11:34am
| Good luck today, guys! |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 28 August 2011 at 6:58pm
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Here we are, four baked tomatoes...
I'll post again after I've had my beer.
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Posted By: Bassman
Date Posted: 28 August 2011 at 7:28pm
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Vids just downloaded...OMG Patrick we have to work on your hands:)... Was a great day...Allan, Mark came in early on the Enduro, could not count I guess 3 laps ------------- 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: 28 August 2011 at 7:35pm
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First of all, I want to say that I had a great time with Brian and Colby and Gary today. We had a lot of fun with the Smokin' Tomatoes theme. Other participants appreciated the fact that we had matching team red T-shirts with the Smokin' Tomatoes logo on them. Thanks to Gary for supplying the T-shirts and the door logos! Thanks to Brian for allowing me to co-drive his car. Lots of fun! And thanks to Colby because we have a good-natured rivalry as relative newcomers to the sport of autocross. Now what I didn't like. (You might've suspected this was coming.) There were WAY too many participants. We each got TWO runs in during the morning practice session and one, yes ONE measly run in the afternoon (when the times actually counted). This was at a cost of $60 (compared to $40 yesterday with the Corvette Club for NINE runs.) So we were each on the track for about five minutes total. Perhaps I should rephrase that. We had about five minutes of driving time on the track, but we each spent at least three hours (morning and afternoon combined) baking on the track in the hot sun chasing pylons. Not worth it. Well, it was worth it ONCE for fun memories with some real good guys, but I highly doubt I would ever do this event again unless they capped the number of participants at about HALF of what it was today. Fellow tomatoes, do you agree?
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Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 28 August 2011 at 7:38pm
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What can I say... I have very fast hands. Where is it? I wanna see, I wanna see!
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Posted By: karnak
Date Posted: 28 August 2011 at 7:47pm
i agree Patrick. too long a day for me. a nice memory though. i will soon forget the hot sun and the way my back felt and only remember the team, the clean runs we had and the smell that wafted in every direction from the portable toilets  Gary |
Posted By: Patrick
Date Posted: 28 August 2011 at 8:00pm
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Good point, Gary. I forgot to mention the clean runs. Since we only had ONE crack at the official run in the afternoon, there was a LOT of pressure not to screw up, as screwing up would bring the whole team down (time-wise), not just the individual. I'm proud to say that none of us even so much as hit a pylon, let alone spun out or missed a gate. As the last driver, Colby had the most pressure as I'm sure he didn't want to be the one responsible for lowering our team time after the first three of us made it around the track (four laps) with no mishaps. Of course, the problem with ONE crack at the official run was that there was no chance to try anything different. Here I was driving Brian's nice fast race-prepped GT for the first time, and I had no real opportunity to see how hard I could push it (or myself). Man, it was frustrating! Seat time is everything, and seat time was sorely lacking at this event.
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