AutoX events at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds

[S2k Dude]

Both the Porsche Club and the BMW club are hosting AutoX events at the Gwinnett County fairgrounds (off Sugarloaf Pkwy). Anyone interested in attending please post here. Below are a listing of dates.

BMW Club AutoX events:
June 27th
August 15th
October 24th

Porsche Club AutoX events, Guest fee is $25:
July 18th
October 10th
November 21st

[Adam]

There is also a May 16th event as well going on for the BMW Club. I'm registered for this one.:D

You can register for the BMW Club at: http://www.peachtreebmwcca.org/ax2004/EventsAX.asp Guest fee is $30 and an extra $10 for a helmet rental.

Not sure where to register for the Porsche events, but here is the site: http://www.peachstatepca.org/ Guest fee $25, don't know about helmet rental.

Here is the site for the ApexBenefits.biz Atlanta SCCA Solo II Series-2004 Schedule: http://apexbenefits.biz/ABS-Mtrsports.htm Guest fee $35 and FREE helmet rental.

Any SA or MA 1995/2000 helmet is "required" for all auto-x events.

[s2kluvr]

I will be at all of them, I have always loved to autocross, but the closest I have gotten to doing it is weaving through traffic. But do you need a helmet to do it

:drive:

[glagola1]

I will be at all of them, I have always loved to autocross, but the closest I have gotten to doing it is weaving through traffic. But do you need a helmet to do it

:drive:
You don't need to own a helmet. BMW charges 10 to rent one and for all other events they are free to the particpants to borrow.

[S2k Dude]

Good to see some interest in the AutoX events. I will make it there, just need to free up a weekend or two and get over there to participate.

[Dewain27]

If you want to go to one of the up and coming track days.... this is a great way to learn your car before then and you will have much more fun....

[mistervlus]

If you want to go to one of the up and coming track days.... this is a great way to learn your car before then and you will have much more fun....I agree, track days rule :goodjob: :goodjob: :goodjob:

this isn't an autoX bash

[F8d2Blk]

Do they have a limited amount of cars that can auto-x in that day? Do they ever fill up and you get turned away. Also these dates do you have to register before you go? Like you just can't show up and pay your dues.

[modifry]

^ Atlanta SCCA is so crowded you have to pre-register, you get assigned a "run time" and a "work time" and you're usually stuck there most of the day.

I think it's a less crowded and less formal with the BMW and Porsche clubs because they have fewer participants and fewer rules. I would bet you could show up and run at these events but I'd ask ahead of time to be sure.

I might try to make the May 16 event.

[glagola1]

Well points event #3 is taking place on May 16 so I won't get to meet any of you. Too bad. You all should come out to the SCCA event and talk to me. :)

[glagola1]

So how was Gwinnett? Did anybody go? The SCCA event at Turner was pretty fun. There were two other S2000 drivers besides myself in B-stock so that was cool. BTW, a 350Z continually kicks our ass. What a pitty.

[Adam]

I had fun at the BMW event this past Sunday. 6 runs :D . Though I was disappointed that I didn't see any other S's there. Oh well, maybe the next time around.

[glagola1]

Adam, you should have come out to the SCCA event. The other two S2000 guys would have been some good competition for you. They were both on street tires and have about the same level of experience.

Six runs is pretty cool though.

[modifry]

So how was Gwinnett? Did anybody go? The SCCA event at Turner was pretty fun. There were two other S2000 drivers besides myself in B-stock so that was cool. BTW, a 350Z continually kicks our ass. What a pitty.Actually, the driver in the 350Z kicks your ass, it probably ain't the car.


I missed the BMW event - my wife's family showed up suddenly so I didn't have time to run off on my own, maybe next time.

[tmelch]

I'm game for the June 27th BMW AutoX. Trouble is we're going on a drive the day before. Either me or my S may not be up to it, but it would be good experience for Roebling! They aren't even taking registrations yet so will keep checking. Is a deal for the money!!

[S2k Dude]

Not sure if I'll sign up but I might show up to watch for a bit on the 27th.

[S2k Dude]

Reminder, for anyone interested, the next AutoX event is June 27th. See above.

[glagola1]

Man, I think the BMW club has purposefully scheduled their events to coincide with the SCCA events in order to keep those pesky SCCA holigans out of their sedate auto-xes.

S2kdude, if you are just going to watch, come to the event at Turner and I'll give you a ride-along. There is a lot more action to watch at the Turner events.

[glagola1]

Any of you special owners going to either auto-x this weekend?

[S2k Dude]

I don't plan on competing but depending on how the weekend goes I may go and watch. If the rain ever stops falling from the sky that is...

[tmelch]

Wife and I went to the BMW AutoX up at Gwinnett Fairgrounds. Weather was nice and had a great time. Met 2 S owners, Adam and Jason. Adam raced and had the third fastest time in his class ~45 seconds, followed by a Beemer, first place went to a Caterham (really cool little car) at ~40 seconds. Adam runs the entire course in 1st gear!! I gotta do this!! :D

Carded both. Adam's posted on this thread, Jason was sick so he didn't run. Invited both to the Super Meet!!

[S2k Dude]

I didn't get a chance to get over there but I'm going to try harder to make the next one.

[Adam]

Actually I am tied right now for 3rd in the class, but the last results from yesterday’s event aren't in yet. This last course was stretched out compared to the others. Fast and slow. I mostly just drove in first gear on this course, but I tried second gear on my last run which proved slightly faster. Still learning though so it could have varied on which gear on this last course.

[S2k Dude]

Actually I am tied right now for 3rd in the class, but the last results from yesterday’s event aren't in yet. This last course was stretched out compared to the others. Fast and slow. I mostly just drove in first gear on this course, but I tried second gear on my last run which proved slightly faster. Still learning though so it could have varied on which gear on this last course.
:goodjob: Sounds like you're enjoying the AutoX, keep up the good work.

[glagola1]

July 11th is the next event. It's at Gwinnett fairgrounds and you have to pre-register at www.myautoevents.com. Adam, you should see how your practice has been paying off. There is a guy, Mark Noyce, who races street tires and has about the same seat time as you. He would be good competition for you.

I can't freaking wait.

[S2k Dude]

That's the weekend several of us are running at Roebling Road but for those that will be around I highly suggest either stopping by and watching glagola1 run (you may even be able to get a ride as a passenger in somebody's car). Or going ahead and driving the course yourself. I haven't done it yet but I know it'll be a load of fun.

We should get somebody to organize getting a group together when these AutoX events take place. Maybe setup a tent with some cool beverages. glagola1, would you want to be the official S2000 Club Autocrosser?

[Adam]

Yep, I am signing up for the SCCA event July 11th, as well as SCCA August 8th, BMW event August 15, and SCCA August 22nd. Damn, August is a busy month. Not sure it I want to drive to the August 1st one though.

[tmelch]

Yep, I am signing up for the SCCA event July 11th, as well as SCCA August 8th, BMW event August 15, and SCCA August 22nd. Damn, August is a busy month. Not sure it I want to drive to the August 1st one though.
Wow, you really DO like your S!! :D I WILL be at one or two of those to drive this time!!

[glagola1]

Adam, you have to got to LTGP!! It's awesome. It's the coolest auto-x event of the year. Well worth the drive. I raced there 5 days after I bought my car. I had a spring spacer in the right rear shock and bald S02's in early December. That was scary.

Uh, S2kdude, what all is entailed in being the "official club auto-xer"? I always try to get fellow S2K guys out there and I'm at every single local event and even some out of state. Oh, and I will always give a ride-along to fellow S2k dudes if it's not my last run. Hope to meet some of you out there...

[S2k Dude]

Uh, S2kdude, what all is entailed in being the "official club auto-xer"? I always try to get fellow S2K guys out there and I'm at every single local event and even some out of state. Oh, and I will always give a ride-along to fellow S2k dudes if it's not my last run. Hope to meet some of you out there...
Just post online what's going on and when. If you want you can expend some effort organizing the event with other people that want to autocross. Maybe show others in the club why they may want to participate. Post some pictures from the event and so fourth. Not saying you have to do any of that but it's another outlet for people to have fun with thier car.

[tmelch]

I'm signed up for the BMW AutoX this Sunday the 15th. Anybody else going?? This is my first one. Really looking forward to it. My racing career continues!!

[glagola1]

hmmm... I may have to go but then again, I could use a break.

[S2k Dude]

I may have some time this weekend. I'll consider it.

[tmelch]

Man, you guys are so decisive! :D Adam, you going??

[Adam]

Yeah, I'm going.

[modifry]

I just registered at the BMW web site. I can't guarantee I'll be there but I'm 75% sure I can make it.

They have goofy car classes. I'm in X1.

[glagola1]

Sweet man, looks like I'll finally get to meet some of you guys. I'm going for sure. I was just reeling from the last 3 weekends of auto-xing. I've gotten some rest and I'm ready to rip it up again! I've got some tires to kill and some cones to smash!

[tmelch]

Four S's so far! Should be a blast! :D

[1.8t]

I am going to try and make it. I have had my S2k for a little over a week now and have been itching to throw her around.

[glagola1]

Sweet, I auto-xed mine at Little Taladega Gran Prix five days after I bought it. It had dry-rotting OEM tires and a spring spacer in the right rear shock. I was confused by the car's handling. On left hand turns the tail was unpredictable and I was amazed by the grip on right hand turns. Damn spring spacer!

[1.8t]

Yea, I did a track day at TGP with my old car. 3 days of pounding, it was quite fun....esp. that turn coming off the back straight:)

[tmelch]

5 S's! Should be fun! :D

1.8t, be sure to sign up for event. It may already be closed.

[glagola1]

1.8t, did you post a reply to a thread I made on S2ki? It must be you.

Man, if people don't bail out of this we should race and then go eat mexican afterwards and make it a mini meet... or something.

[1.8t]

Yea, that was me that replied. I don't think people understand how fun a course that is...esp. for an autox. I have already registered. I only have one hold up, but I am trying to work through that right now. I am doing everythign within my power to make it. I want a piece of some Bimmers:)

Edit: Sweet, I should be there. I just took care of my "hold up", so I hope to see you guys there.

-Michael

[modifry]

I won't be attending. I just got an email indicating they are full. Maybe next year.

[glagola1]

Next year??? What? You can enter the SCCA event for the next weekend! Aug 22. Register on line at www.myautoevents.com and visit www.apexbenefits.biz for much more info.

blah blah blah

[tmelch]

I won't be attending. I just got an email indicating they are full. Maybe next year.
But your Modifry! Tell them your Modifry!

[1.8t]

I got freaking booted as well:mad:

[modifry]

I just got un-booted, but now I'm "obligated" to attend more BMW autocrosses next year.

It seems that if you join BMWCCA ($40) they have to let you attend. So I forked up the dough, which means I need to attend 8 events to get my money back. I doubt I'll make 7 more events over the next year, but maybe it will be enough incentive to do at least 3 or 4.

See y'all there.

[modifry]

But your Modifry! Tell them your Modifry!I tried that, didn't work. It also doesn't work at restaurants or movie theaters, but it does get me unlimited access to my basement.

[modifry]

Next year??? What? You can enter the SCCA event for the next weekend! Aug 22. Register on line at www.myautoevents.com (http://www.myautoevents.com/) and visit www.apexbenefits.biz (http://www.apexbenefits.biz/) for much more info.

blah blah blahI have a long history of disliking SCCA. I was a hard-working member of several chapters over the years, trying to ignore the a-holes that this organization seems to attract. But I got so tired of the back-stabbing and preferential treatment of "favorites" that I gave it up.

In my opinion it's pretty sad to be booted from stock class to prepared for having a different shift knob, but then turn a blind eye to the (stock class) "golden boy" who changes springs AT THE EVENT.

I have attended one SCCA event in the last 10 years, compared to 15 a year the prior 20 years. I may do more in the future, but right now I'm just not in the mood.

[end rant]

[tmelch]

I tried that, didn't work. It also doesn't work at restaurants or movie theaters, but it does get me unlimited access to my basement.
:rolf: :rolf: :rolf: See you there!

[glagola1]

I got freaking booted as well:mad:
You saw my post about the SCCA event on the 22nd right? Enter novice class...

[glagola1]

I have a long history of disliking SCCA. I was a hard-working member of several chapters over the years, trying to ignore the a-holes that this organization seems to attract. But I got so tired of the back-stabbing and preferential treatment of "favorites" that I gave it up.

In my opinion it's pretty sad to be booted from stock class to prepared for having a different shift knob, but then turn a blind eye to the (stock class) "golden boy" who changes springs AT THE EVENT.

I have attended one SCCA event in the last 10 years, compared to 15 a year the prior 20 years. I may do more in the future, but right now I'm just not in the mood.

[end rant]
Well, I'm truly sorry you feel that way. I really like about 80% of those guys and the other 19% I don't know as well. There is a 1% weenie factor that you can't get around in any situation.

That is sad you got booted from a stock class. That's just rediculous and I can't imagine that happening in the current state of the SoloII adminstration. I'm actually worker co-chief (come see me to get your work assignments) and as an example of the coolness of these guys, we have a guy in an S coming to the next event and he wasn't sure which class he was in since he has 18" wheels but otherwise fits into a stock class. Several people in Team Solo have suggested he enter B-stock even though it's illegal and just let him be aware that he could be protested. That's pretty chill really. Of course he's not putting anyone in points contention at risk.

Anyway, you should come do one and see if things have changed to your liking. I'm very impressed with the efficiency of the organization. I mean, it's impressive to get 200+ entrants 5 runs before 5 pm.

End rant.

[1.8t]

You saw my post about the SCCA event on the 22nd right? Enter novice class...Already entered:) . I am still going to try and see if I can make the one this weekend. Looks like I will be joining the BMWclub or whatever as well.

OKay, I just became a member of BMWCCA. I am guessing I will get an email saying I am unbooted?

[glagola1]

What's your name? I didnt' see any new s2000's on the entry list for the 22nd event.

[1.8t]

Michael McGowin. Novice group in the morning. My little bro is coming as well with his WRX.

Here is the link, you will probably have to sign in to view it.

http://www.myautoevents.com/pls/mae/frmEntryList.Show?psevent_id=2131&psrnd=.44178299632109084650483098805980754676

[modifry]

My guess is that you'll need to bring your confirmation email to the event, which is what I'm doing. Without your membership number (which you won't get for weeks) they can't tell you from the rest of the slackers.

I had previously asked if they might have a cancellation or a no-show to open up a slot, but Jim Robertson from the bimmer club said those slots would most likely be taken by a walkup member, who are accepted even if the event is full. According to him, once I registered as a member "Im in".

[1.8t]

Ahhh, I will be bringing my email then.

[tmelch]

What kind of tire pressures do you guys run??

[1.8t]

I am going to play with mine once I get there and get a feel for what the car is doing and how the course is.

[glagola1]

I am going to play with mine once I get there and get a feel for what the car is doing and how the course is.
If you guys are running stock tires, I'd recomend a pressure of around 39 psi up front and 37 psi in the rear.

I wouldn't worry about it too much though. Just as long as the tires aren't rolling over on to the sidewalls. There are a lot more things to worry about... like driving.:goodjob:

See ya'll in the morning!

Matt

[tmelch]

Thanks everyone for attending the Xcross today at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds! We had a really good "S"howing with 5 S2000s! It was my first time and really, really enjoyed it! Here's a few pictures. For some reason all the others of us racing got erased!! :confused: (I didn't take those) Let's do it again!!

http://www.tlehs.com/tmelcher-ftp/P8150002.JPG
http://www.tlehs.com/tmelcher-ftp/P8150004.JPG
http://www.tlehs.com/tmelcher-ftp/P8150005.JPG
http://www.tlehs.com/tmelcher-ftp/P8150006.JPG

[S2k Dude]

It was good to see everyone there that was participating. Looks like you had a ton of fun Tom. The next AutoX at the Gwinnett Co. Fairgrounds is Sunday, Oct. 10th. This time it's put on by the Porsche Club. I've sent an email to the PCA guy about registering for it, I'll let you know what I find out. I think the cost is $25.

[1.8t]

It was awesome meeting everyone and I had an absolute blast. My respect for the S2k as an awesome handling/well balanced car just shot through the roof. I didn't know a car could be this much fun to drive. I look forward to hanging out with you guys at some future events.
-Michael

[tmelch]

It was awesome meeting everyone and I had an absolute blast. My respect for the S2k as an awesome handling/well balanced car just shot through the roof. I didn't know a car could be this much fun to drive. I look forward to hanging out with you guys at some future events.
-Michael
:goodjob:

[glagola1]

It was cool to meet you guys. Michael, your times were impressive for sure. I think if you liked doing this, you have some potential to get a lot better. I think you were the only S in the 52's and you were knocking on 51's door really hard. That's incredible for a first time auto-xer.

Get some sticky tires and a front sway bar and come give me a run for my money!

[1.8t]

Maybe some day....school starts next week(I have 18hrs:( ) so my $$$ flow is going to substantially decline. I ran a 52.0XX(can't remember), I think with one more run I could have been solidly in 51s. There were 3 places or so where I could have been a lot quicker, but that is the way the cookie crumbles.

[modifry]

Thanks everyone for attending the Xcross today at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds! We had a really good "S"howing with 5 S2000s! It was my first time and really, really enjoyed it! Here's a few pictures. For some reason all the others of us racing got erased!! :confused: (I didn't take those) Let's do it again!!Actually, we had 6 cars running: you, me, Matt, Mike, Adam, & Sam.

I agree it was a great day and I enjoyed meeting everybody, most of whom were new faces (to me).

I think Adam and Sam were both in the low 53's, and this was Sam's first autocross too. I managed to break into the 50's on my 4th run, but don't think I could have made it into the 49's without some tires. I might have to look at some Hoosiers, but I'll get road race tires so I can use them on the track days too.

[S2k Dude]

The email I got back from the Porsche Club said the cost was $20 or $25 (guess he wasn't sure) and to just show up. They try to get the first car on the course by 10 AM and the run in groups. The Porches have 3 run groups and everyone else gets put in a fourth group. From the sound of it they don't have as many participants as the BMW club did.

[1.8t]

Anyone going to be at the Autox at Turner field this weekend? I believe I am going to go to this event as well.

[S2k Dude]

No, I went to one Turner Field autoX and I don't feel like spending another full day (8 AM - 4:30 PM) just to get 2 runs on the course.

[1.8t]

Wow, I tried to register for the PCA one, but I couldn't find the registration page on their site. Can anyone link me?

[tmelch]

I may go down to Turner Field to watch a bit. PCA also. When are they this weekend?

[S2k Dude]

1.8t, when I spoke to the guy from the PCA he said just show up the morning of the AutoX and pay the fee. I guess there is no pre-registration to worry about.

[tmelch]

Are the events Saturday or Sunday?

[glagola1]

No, I went to one Turner Field autoX and I don't feel like spending another full day (8 AM - 4:30 PM) just to get 2 runs on the course.
Damn, what year was this? I know it wasn't in the last season or this one. You actually spend less time a SCCA event than you do at the PCA or the BMWCCA events because it's broken up into 2 groups, a morning and afternoon. That means you'll be there from 8:30-12:30 or you'll be there from 11:30-4:00 ish and we always get 4 runs and ocassionally 5. If you are totally in love with auto-x you can register for both morning and afternoon and get a bunch of timed runs in.

I don't understand this anamosity for the SCCA events. They are well run and are less of a day eater than the often timer issue plagued PCA and BMW events. Plus, you don't have to do rediculous things like work first and run third with a 1.5hr break of boredom in between.

Anyway, HOLY CRAP, Bob, you got into the 50's??!! Man, that's impressive. Good driving.

Maybe I'll see you guys at Turner on Sunday.

Matt

[tmelch]

Matt, did I read it right? You had a 49!? Holy crap, you got your wish! Good driving!

I'll be doing some "S"ing this weekend. Just don't know what yet. It's our 27th anniversary Friday and our daughter is going to college tomorrow, so we're going to try and have some fun this weekend. Either PCA, SCCA, Music City meet, mountain drive, or finish installing my toilet. Hmmm...

[modifry]

Matt, did I read it right? You had a 49!? Holy crap, you got your wish! Good driving!

I'll be doing some "S"ing this weekend. Just don't know what yet. It's our 27th anniversary Friday and our daughter is going to college tomorrow, so we're going to try and have some fun this weekend. Either PCA, SCCA, Music City meet, mountain drive, or finish installing my toilet. Hmmm...I'd work on the crapper, nothing completes a weekend like a good dump.

[tmelch]

I'd work on the crapper, nothing completes a weekend like a good dump.The current toilet works, just replacing it with a "prettier" one. :confused: That means I can go "S"ing and still take a good crap! :D

[glagola1]

Shoot, I'd take a hurried, uncomfortable dump on the side of the road and use my sock as TP just so I could get some good "s"ing in. :)

[tmelch]

Now we know why you were so damn fast!! :D

[1.8t]

The mental thought Matt's sentence provoked was one of utter sickness...:rolf:

[suzukasue]

Shoot, I'd take a hurried, uncomfortable dump on the side of the road and use my sock as TP just so I could get some good "s"ing in. :)
OMG! I just spit graham cracker cookie crumbs all over myself and my desk!!!:rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf:

[tmelch]

OMG! I just spit graham cracker cookie crumbs all over myself and my desk!!!:rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf:
At least you didn't crap!

[glagola1]

Uh, I want you guys to know that in the little scenario I painted, I would be throwing the sock away... not putting it back on. That would be gross.:nono:

[tmelch]

Too put it on inside out would be gross!

[glagola1]

Man, this thread has gone to hell in a handbasket. Please, somebody with membership privilages start a new thread to discuss auto-xing.

[tmelch]

Bob started it!! :rolf:

[WebGod]

Man, this thread has gone to hell in a handbasket. Please, somebody with membership privilages start a new thread to discuss auto-xing.Here.

http://www.s2katlanta.com/~s2katl/forum/showthread.php?p=9169

[glagola1]

There's an auto-x at the Ginnett Fairgrounds this Sunday. Remember to register online at www.myautoevents.com

C'mon and git ya some.

[tmelch]

I'm signing up. Matt, sent you a pm.

[glagola1]

That's the spirit!

[Adam]

Me there. Got another set of stock rims :D with some worn S02's. I'll use them up the rest of the year and then get me some more competitive tires next season.

[glagola1]

Sweet. Are you gonna go hooiser or Kumho? you'll need a front sway bar for sure. Maybe santa will get you one.

Oh, if you don't feel like buying a trailer, the kumho's can be driven to events. Shoot, I've driven my to Chattanooga and back. No probs.

[Adam]

Yeah, I'm pretty sure I'm going with the Kumho's. Baby steps before moving up to something better. I may get some more neg. camber done too before the event. Income Tax money = sway bar

[modifry]

I'll be there as well but I couldn't find the event at the link posted above. I emailed the event chairman and he said "just show up and register" so I don't think it's an issue.

Official walk-through at 10AM, first car out at 11:00. I'll probably be there at 8:00-8:30 to change tires.

[glagola1]

I'll be there as well but I couldn't find the event at the link posted above. I emailed the event chairman and he said "just show up and register" so I don't think it's an issue.

Official walk-through at 10AM, first car out at 11:00. I'll probably be there at 8:00-8:30 to change tires.Whoa, there's an event this Suday? Who's sponsoring it? That link was for the SCCA event last weekend.

edit: Nevermind. I saw on the first page that the porsche club is sponsoring it. Cool. I'll be there. I think I'm going to run street tires too.

[1.8t]

Wish I could make it....time to put a clutch in my 03 :(. Anyone know if there is a TSB for the 03 clutches? I only have 14k miles and it is already starting to slip....yes, I am a very expereienced manual driver(the previous owner may not have been.)

[suzukasue]

Wish I could make it....time to put a clutch in my 03 :(. Anyone know if there is a TSB for the 03 clutches? I only have 14k miles and it is already starting to slip....yes, I am a very expereienced manual driver(the previous owner may not have been.)
Not sure - but here's a list of TSB's dealing with mechanical issues. You may be able to find it in there.
http://www.s2ki.com/home/index.php?option=content&task=category&sectionid=7&id=81&Itemid=41&limit=15&limitstart=0

[S2k Dude]

I want to go to the Sunday AutoX but I think I'm going to be working this weekend, bummer.

[tmelch]

The Porsche event is full with a waiting list. First car out is 11am. I'll be there to watch.

[glagola1]

The Porsche event is full with a waiting list. First car out is 11am. I'll be there to watch.
What!!? Oh well.

[S2k Dude]

The Porsche event is full with a waiting list. First car out is 11am. I'll be there to watch.
So much for just showing up and registering to participate. I heard that it's going to rain Sunday anyway.

[glagola1]

OK, I understand that the auto-x is not full but the DE at road atl is. Is that the confusion here?

[tmelch]

My mistake, but their website stinks! You can click on registartion but there's no where to register. I'll be there to watch anyway.

[glagola1]

Yeah, their website is pretty confusing and out of date in many places but at least they'll let us play with them.

Why aren't you driving Tom?

[tmelch]

I always watch the first event to see how they run it. But since I'm a veteran autocrosser (2 events :D), I probably don't need to check them out first. I'll show up with 40 lbs and $40, maybe I'll run. Also just looked at my rears, they are gooone. Should be better traction with slicks. Right?

[glagola1]

40 lbs? What the heck are you talking about? Yeah, they run almost exactly like the BMW events. My rears are gone too but it just makes them more predictable since they break away sooner than fresh S02's.

[tmelch]

40 lbs? What the heck are you talking about? Yeah, they run almost exactly like the BMW events. My rears are gone too but it just makes them more predictable since they break away sooner than fresh S02's.40 lbs of air. Would be a great way to use up the rest of my SO3s. So I guess I just register at the event?

[glagola1]

yeah, register at the event. See ya there hot dog.

[tmelch]

Whose going to the Xcross this Sunday the 31st at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds???? B stock (S2000s) runs in the afternoon. I've already signed up. Fun, fun, fun!!

[F8d2Blk]

Whose going to the Xcross this Sunday the 31st at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds???? B stock (S2000s) runs in the afternoon. I've already signed up. Fun, fun, fun!!
I'll be at Nascar.... I got free tickets....WOOT!

[noclue119]

I'll be at Nascar.... I got free tickets....WOOT!
I'm going.

[glagola1]

Ya'll wouldn't go anyway.:p

Do I really need to say I'll be there?:drive:

[1.8t]

I was signed up for the event this weekend, but I recieved an email saying that it was a Subaru only event(my little brother is going in his WRX) so I would not be allowed to run. Anyone else get this?

[tmelch]

I was signed up for the event this weekend, but I recieved an email saying that it was a Subaru only event(my little brother is going in his WRX) so I would not be allowed to run. Anyone else get this?
Somebody's pulling your leg or you signed up for the wrong event.

[glagola1]

I was signed up for the event this weekend, but I recieved an email saying that it was a Subaru only event(my little brother is going in his WRX) so I would not be allowed to run. Anyone else get this?
There are two events. On Saturday there is the Subaru Challenge thingy and it's for Subarus only. Pfff.

On Sunday there is a regular auto-x. Make sure to sign up the event on the 31st and not the 30th.

[noclue119]

There are two events. On Saturday there is the Subaru Challenge thingy and it's for Subarus only. Pfff.

On Sunday there is a regular auto-x. Make sure to sign up the event on the 31st and not the 30th.\

What are u guys driving... I'm driving a mazdaspeed protege.

[glagola1]

\

What are u guys driving... I'm driving a mazdaspeed protege.
Uh, I was thinking of maybe using my S2000.

[tmelch]

Me too, although I could use my wife's car.

[noclue119]

what were ur times... I got a 63.43

[glagola1]

The best I managed was a 55.9xx

[tmelch]

I had a 63 something, only to realize I had my a/c on!! My other runs were slower, with my a/c off! No no, the secret is not running with my a/c on, but I think that's a clue to one of the things I need to do better on. I actually had a better time with less power! I'm learning you have to drive slow to drive fast.

Plus, I'm going to be switching tires from 225s on the back to 245s. Did some research on s2ki. Will give me about a half inch more contact patch in the rears. Thanks Matt! :goodjob:

[tmelch]

what were ur times... I got a 63.43You must have been in the morning time only.

[tmelch]

The best I managed was a 55.9xxGreat time Matt! Show the way.

[glagola1]

Thanks Tom. I have far to go still. I'm after world auto-x domination.

[noclue119]

You must have been in the morning time only.nope in the afternoon. i did novice class. it was a gray mazdaspeed.

[tmelch]

I had noclue! :D I was thinking Ss.

[s2kjones]

I'm in on the next one. I'm just happy to have my car back

[tmelch]

Thanks Tom. I have far to go still. I'm after world auto-x domination. :cheers:


Me too! :rolf:

[tmelch]

I'm in on the next one. I'm just happy to have my car backNext one's Nov 14th and 21st. We need more S's out there. This'll be my first time at Turner Field running on those slick bricks!

[s2kjones]

Next one's Nov 14th and 21st. We need more S's out there. This'll be my first time at Turner Field running on those slick bricks!
I'll be out of town on the 14th. I'll be at the one on the 21st. What do I need to sign up?

[noclue119]

http://www.myautoevents.com join the site, sign up and go

[tmelch]

Go to above site, join (it costs nothing but you need to join to sign up for an event), find the event for Sunday November 21st (Atlanta Region SCCA Event #12), and register online. You can sign up now and pay at the event. Cost is $35 for a non-member, $25 for a member. I joined up for a year, so if you run at least 3-4 events your money ahead.

[glagola1]

The bricks aren't that bad. I actually prefer that lot the the Gwinnett lot. That place is dirty and it eats tires like the cookie monster.

[glagola1]

Just a reminder about this weekend's event. Sun, Nov. 14th at the Ted. Maybe I'll see you there. I might be going to Florida for some ass whupping.

[tmelch]

I was wondering why you weren't signed up yet. Hopefully it's ass whupping with your S! I'm probably going this weekend cause I want to do the Ted. Don't care for the B stock in the afternoon though. May go next Sunday instead, or may do both. Have to wear out my tires so I can get new (and wider) tires for Road Atlanta Dec. 11th! :)

[glagola1]

Well you'll like this then. There is going to be a novice school put on by the scca on the 20th. I'll be instructing and it'll be at the Ted. I think registration will open tommorow or the next day. If you care to do it I'll be sure to be your instructor. You'll probably get about 15 runs in.

Oh, I've signed up for this weekend's event. I'm not in the mood to drive to FL.

[tmelch]

There's a club drive on the 20th, but would love to do the instruction! Egads, 15 runs! A dream come true! I'll look for the sign up.

[glagola1]

Registration for the novice school just opened.

www.myautoevents.com (http://www.myautoevents.com)

[tmelch]

Signed up for the full Xcross monty. Need to regiter for Road Atlanta too!

[glagola1]

That's cool Tom. I see you registered your son too. That should be fun. I'm running the car two driver with Tevin, the 350 Z guy who was my nemisis. See, he sold his Z and now has a ZO6 but needs to run one more event in BS to win the title. As an exchange for co-driving, he's letting me drive his ZO6 time only in the afternoon. I can't wait.

[tmelch]

Matt, are S2000s in A stock? I see where Mark switched to A stock.

[glagola1]

That's affirmative. AS for us next year.

[tmelch]

Seems to be a lot of interest in Xcross from new members. Maybe we can have a few more S2000s this year. How about it guys??? There's xcross almost every weekend starting in March.

[Cyclon36]

I'm up for it if I have my next car by then.

[glagola1]

Sweet Joe. Did you see my post on S2ki? I really think that the best part about auto-xing is that you learn the nature of spinning out in an S and what it takes to get it to go and you learn how easy it is. I know that it's made me a safer driver on the street.

[Cyclon36]

Sweet Joe. Did you see my post on S2ki? I really think that the best part about auto-xing is that you learn the nature of spinning out in an S and what it takes to get it to go and you learn how easy it is. I know that it's made me a safer driver on the street.
Yeah, I just read it. I've been talking about getting into it, but never had alot of time really. It's always been something i wanted to do especially after I got out on the track. Hopefully, my insurance will work fast enough to get me up and running again.

[glagola1]

Well, the first event is in March so I'd say you have some time.

[tmelch]

I'm up for it if I have my next car by then.It's really, really safe too. There's no cliffs!! :rolf:

[S2k Dude]

Your right, instead of mountain drives maybe the club should focus more on AutoX events and such.

[billyblast]

Just let us know where to be for the auto/x and track days come this Spring and we'll be there!

[glagola1]

I'll be sure to pump this thread up when the season starts up again. The next event is March 12 for a test and tune and an actual auto-x is on the 13th.

[glagola1]

OK, as promised the link for the first Atlanta region auto-x is hereby pasted: http://www.joesvideos.com/scca_reg/view_event.py?id=23
I would love to see some of you guys out there...

[tmelch]

Just signed up for the 3-12 event. 102 cars entered! Gonna be a long morning or afternoon.

Come on everyone, let's sign up! It's only $35 ($25 if your a member). Extremely safe and you get to hang around ALL kinds of cars/people. Great event to just bring a chair to sit and watch too (and that's free!) Will be at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds.

[glagola1]

I think you meant the 3-13 event since the 3-12 event is full. 103 is half of what we usually have Tom. If it stays that low, we'll be done in no time.

[dp]

could i sign up for the sunday event even if it's my first time ever autoxing? what else do i need to do?

[glagola1]

Absolutely and I highly encourage it. Sign up for class N1 if you want to get there at 8am or class N2 if you want to do the afternoon session. Show up at 11:30 if you want to do that. Just clean the loose items out of your car and show up. You will go pay your 35 smackers and get a work assignment. Then you'll tech your car and either work, run or chill depending on what rungroup you get assigned. We have loaner helmets so you won't really need any gear. Just make sure your tire pressures are all up to spec and even side to side. I usually run even pressures front to rear too.

...and don't worry about being good because you can be a good driver and still not know how to handle an auto-x course. It takes practice. Hopefully, you'll get hooked.

[tmelch]

3 S's so far, who else is coming??

[glagola1]

Cyclon?..... You like to drive your car fast right?

[Cyclon36]

Cyclon?..... You like to drive your car fast right?
Yeah, but I want to get a few oil changes under my belt before I push my car. I don't want to rag it out when it's still on the factory oil and not completely broken in.

[glagola1]

I'm gonna freakin smack you.

[Cyclon36]

I'm gonna freakin smack you.:D

I might come out and watch as long as they don't make me pick up cones.

BTW, I'm trying my best to stack on the miles before the dragon and track day. I might be up for something in April.

[tmelch]

Yeah, but I want to get a few oil changes under my belt before I push my car. I don't want to rag it out when it's still on the factory oil and not completely broken in.You have 600 miles on it, it's broken in! Drain the cod liver oil, put in some Mobil 1 and let's go racing!

[Cyclon36]

You have 600 miles on it, it's broken in! Drain the cod liver oil, put in some Mobil 1 and let's go racing!
Actually, I'm creaping up on 2k right now. First oil change is around 4500 for me. Then I'm switching to synthetic right after that one goes out. Then I'll be all set.

[glagola1]

Actually, I'm creaping up on 2k right now. First oil change is around 4500 for me. Then I'm switching to synthetic right after that one goes out. Then I'll be all set.
Man.... you're set right now. Run that cod oil! I'll give you a ride if you want. Maybe that'll fuel your fire.

[Cyclon36]

Man.... you're set right now. Run that cod oil! I'll give you a ride if you want. Maybe that'll fuel your fire.
I get it. You guys just want to see me live up to my legend of the fastest guy ever, right? :D

[tmelch]

I get it. You guys just want to see me live up to my legend of the fastest guy ever, right? :DYeah, that's right!

[WebGod]

I get it. You guys just want to see me live up to my legend of the fastest guy ever, right? :DFastest guy down the hill maybe... :rolf: :rolf: :rolf:

[Cyclon36]

Fastest guy down the hill maybe... :rolf: :rolf: :rolf:Hey, you have your style and I have mine :D

[dp]

I don't know for sure if I can make to it or not, but I'm pretty sure I'll be up for it...who's 3 S2ks is attending? maybe I can get some tips from you guys on how the car reacts to such courses...

[S2KOOL]

Fastest guy down the hill maybe... :rolf: :rolf: :rolf:
And upside down...:nono:

[dp]

I'm trying to sign up, but for which class? I'll be going on Sunday, march 13th...do i go in the morning or the afternoon to see some other s2ks in action?

this would be my first time, will run either on brand new MX tires or stock s02s that's quite worn down...which class would best suit me?

[tmelch]

S2000s are A stock (AS) this year. We don't know yet if we're running morning or afternoon because they haven't established the run groups yet, of which there are 4. There are a number of stock classes in each run group. As long as your tires are not corded (your car is tech inspected), you'll be fine.

[dp]

S2000s are A stock (AS) this year. We don't know yet if we're running morning or afternoon because they haven't established the run groups yet, of which there are 4. There are a number of stock classes in each run group. As long as your tires are not corded (your car is tech inspected), you'll be fine.
ok. so class A stock. what do they all check during tech inspection???

[glagola1]

I think we are running first thing in the morning Tom. Anyway, sign up for N1 which is novice morning. They'll give you numbers and you'll attend a novice drivers meeting. You'll also go on a novice course walk which is pretty helpful. If you sign up for AS which is the stock class for S2k's you'll have to have your own numbers and they can be a pain to make so do novice.

[dp]

I just signed up for novice morning!!! so how soon do i have to be there to get things started? btw, i don't have new tires. I'll have to burn the stock s02s and I think this day would be the perfect day to completely destroy them...

going to get an alignment done tomorrow with negative camber so hopefully that should help a little bit in terms of getting better traction...(or not since it's too bald :D ) Last time I checked, they're not corded...hopefully they stay like that even during the track day...:)

time for tips!!! c'mon guys...just tell me anything...:D

[SlideWays]

I also just registered for Novice morning. Looking forward to seeing you guys out there. From what it looks like, me and this last guy are gonna really make s2000's look bad.

[dp]

I also just registered for Novice morning. Looking forward to seeing you guys out there. From what it looks like, me and this last guy are gonna really make s2000's look bad.
:drive: :D

[tmelch]

I just signed up for novice morning!!! so how soon do i have to be there to get things started? btw, i don't have new tires. I'll have to burn the stock s02s and I think this day would be the perfect day to completely destroy them...

going to get an alignment done tomorrow with negative camber so hopefully that should help a little bit in terms of getting better traction...(or not since it's too bald :D ) Last time I checked, they're not corded...hopefully they stay like that even during the track day...:)

time for tips!!! c'mon guys...just tell me anything...:DGet there an hour before registration begins. That'll give you plenty of time to settle in. Pump your tires up to 40 lbs. They should have air if you need it but I do it ahead of time. Bald tires are ok, as long as they're not corded. You'll just either slip around a lot or you'll have to go slower.

Speaking of slower, I think that's your key the first couple of times. The biggest mistake first timers make is to try to go like a bat outta hell. Bad mistake. You need to go into the corners slower so the car is settled in the corner and you'll be able to apply power and come out of the corner faster. The old adage is to go slow in the slow parts (coming into sharp corners) and fast in the fast parts (coming out of corners and straights). This is REALLY hard to learn, I still don't do it even though I know it.

To remind me of what's most important to remember I use a BLT (bacon, lettuce and tomato, yumm!) acronym, i.e. Brake early, Look ahead, Tight lines. Brake early (already talked about). Look ahead means just what it says, too look ahead 2, 3 or even 4 turns ahead. It allows you to adjust your speed now and pick the best line for what's ahead. Believe me, this is a learned habit. Tight lines are very important for xcross. Coming in wide with a late turn in and late apex really does not work for xcross (great for Road Atlanta though :D ). Xcross requires tighter lines because the straights are not long enough for the above method to really help you. You have better times taking the shortest route, generally speaking.

Despite me knowing all of the above, I'm still nowhere near 80% of the guys out there. Matt will probably chime in with some good tips and he's alot faster than me, but he does haver R compounds and a front sway (that's my excuse :D) You have to practice in order for it to get imbedded in your brain. I started xcross last year. Buy a book, there's several out there on xcross. See you there!!

[tmelch]

I also just registered for Novice morning. Looking forward to seeing you guys out there. From what it looks like, me and this last guy are gonna really make s2000's look bad.Heck no, most everyone there loves S and wish they had one. Just don't push it if it's your first time (read my post above). S's have some bad oversteer, especially on the older models (00 & 01). As a matter of fact, the guys that really have the best times SEEM to be going slow. The guys that are hammering it and spinning their wheels have the worst times. Everyone kinda chuckles to themselves when a new young hot shot goes ramrodding around the course thinking they will have great times. Believe me, they don't. If your squealing the tires around every corner, your doing something wrong!!

[glagola1]

Tom, I hate to break this to you but I'm starting to see a different light on the tight lines thing. I think it's time to start opening them up a little. At the last event last year, I had Michael Plummer ride with me and even drive a couple laps. He took some super wide lines through a particular section of offset gates. It seemed to work because I shaved a good amount of time off the next run when I tried it!

So anyway, yeah, keep the lines tight until you get good enough to know where to go wide. I'm not that good yet but that's one of the things I'm going to work on this season.

Now, for tips.... oh boy. Don't get me started. Here's my first tip and it sorta contradicts Tom's approach. Go balls out... that way you'll have fun and also realize that you suck.:) Having fun is the key to your first event since you'll hardly remember what happened and you'll be nervous. You'll know if you want to get good after that. It may not be your thing so don't worry about being good to start off with. Just relish in the fact you're leagally thrashing your badass car for a minute continuously. Relish in the craziness of it all.

But yeah, show up early and hang out. You'll meet some nice people and you'll get a new appreciation for your car.

[glagola1]

http://www.tirerack.com/features/solo2/handbook.htm

This is good. Read it.

[tmelch]

That's why I said generally speaking on the tight lines. I was going WAY wide at first but now I'm more in the middle of the track. Going wide does make sense if you have a longish straightaway ahead though. IMO

Your tip on going balls out is really funny, because for all my talk of going slow, it's nearly impossible to do! It is REALLY fun to go full crazy out, but when you cross the finish line and see your time it brings you back to reality real quick.

Don't disagree with anything you said! :D Can't wait!

[ConkerS2K]

Me and the little lady both signed up for the N1 (hope she doesn't make me look bad by whupin' me). I am not sure we will be running, but since there is no penalty for signing up, I decided to keep our options open. One question, any shortage of loaner helmets? Cost? I didn't want to go shopping before our first event and buy more or less than necessary. Thanks, we are looking forward to getting our feet wet.:)

[glagola1]

There will be no shortage of loaner helmets. There never is since after your run you return the helmet as you drive back to grid. Also, one of our series sponsors have donated new helmets! That's some great news actually.

The cost to non-SCCA members is 35. If you choose to become a member the fee is 70 bucks (or maybe 75) and the entry fee for that event is waived. So it's like you're getting a member ship for 40. This means that if you do at least 4 more events over the year, you'll make your money back and start to see savings after that since the entry fee for members is 25.

[ConkerS2K]

Thanks, we are really looking forward to it.:goodjob:

[glagola1]

I'm going to explode with excitement. There are 12 drivers in my class which is like twice of what usually ran last year. There are 248 folks registered. It's going to be awesome!

I took a look at my tires lastnight and there are cords showing on the rears. :(

[Cyclon36]

If there are 12 drivers in your class and 248 total, how many classes are there?

[dp]

literally like 30 or 40 classes

[Cyclon36]

wow, is there a listing or anything? I guess they start getting nit picky on mods or something right?

[dp]

It's actually about 45 classes. http://www.joesvideos.com/scca_reg/view_entries.py?id=23

[glagola1]

If all the registered S2000's show up it'll be like a freaking S2000 meet. Just what I like to see.

[tmelch]

8 S's so far! Few more and we'll outnumber the Mini's. :laugh: Weather looks great too!

So we run first. I like it! Matt, get some new rears, you'll need em! :drive:

[glagola1]

Yeah, I'll probably orders some Kumho Victoracers soon. I wasn't too impressed with the Hoosiers. They felt great but died quickly. I didn't see a marked improvement in my times with them either.

[dp]

had a really good time today!!! I'll post my times to compare with others...I know it's sad, but I need you trackers to tell me what I need to do to improve for the next auto-x (besides better rear tires, something with tread :D )

EST times:
1st run- 60.***
2nd run- 58.***
3rd run- 54.9**
4th run- 54.4**

I think I'll be rdy to hit lower 50s or even high 40s with grippy tires in the next event. Will run AS for sure next time...:goodjob: thank you guys for posting auto-x schedules!!!

P.S. JOE! if you're reading this...you'll love this man...i thought of the mtns. through every turns, except me driving...properly. :D

[SlideWays]

53.xxx was the best i could get. definently a fun experience though and i now have cords showing on my rears.

[Cyclon36]

P.S. JOE! if you're reading this...you'll love this man...i thought of the mtns. through every turns, except me driving...properly. :D
I read everything and know all that goes on within the walls of s2katlanta. Mwuaahahahah http://www.s2ki.com/stor/forumshtml/emoticons/devil.gif (javascript:add_smilie()

I'll look into it. I'm not big on the whole group cleanup thing and only getting a few laps in during the whole day.

[s2kjones]

I'll look into it. I'm not big on the whole group cleanup thing and only getting a few laps in during the whole day.
WORD:fro:

[glagola1]

Group clean up thing? What's that? Workers don't clean up anything... they just walk away from their positions when they are done working. The bmw club makes you clean up but not SCCA.

Anyway, I got 3rd in AS which is really dissapointing for me but considering I had to run street tires in the back and dead hoosiers in the front that's not too bad. I got a 47.1 for my timed runs. I was super pleased with my quickest time of 46.0XX when I ran time only later in the day though. That's only .2XX off the first place position in AS of 45.8XX. I cleaned up my lines and took some different one that really helped. I can't wait for the next event and I'm going to have to get some new tires. There were a ton of S's out there. The most badass was the one with the lip and the slight lowering... man it looked good. Was that your's Dan?

[dp]

gola, sounds like my car...the one with the worst times in the S right :o ?

joe, there was no cleaning up. I did however had to wait a very long time to drive the car for 4 minutes, but that's because I was novice. I was the last group to run. The way you drive, you will make some good times...definately...espeically with the RE050s...:D

I might run novice again next time just to make sure that I would be good enough to at least not put the S into shame running AS class.

David, I'd like to see you out there next time too man...the loudest exhaust at the track was probabaly no louder than my old spugens...so you will definately grab some attention besides from drifting through out the course :goodjob:

[glagola1]

I wouldn't worry so much about being last place in AS. You're brand new so that's no big deal. I'm sorry I didn't get to meet you. You've really got me thinking about a front lip now...

The guy who won AS is Mark Noyce. He started last year and drove on street tires the whole year. He learned a lot apparently and this was his first event on race tires. I'm really proud of him (and a little miffed he won! ;)

There is a novice school on May 21. I'll be sure to post up when registration opens. It's garenteed to fill up quick and there are only 40 spots available.

[tmelch]

DP, there's a novice school on July 23rd. Well worth it because get to run the same course 10-20 times in a row. I did it last year and may do it again this year.

[dp]

hmmm...both dates are on Saturdays and getting out is almost impossible...10-20 times of running sounds like fun though...I'm still hooked on how fun it was and how safe it was to push the car beyond limits without consequences!!

gola, i'll definately see you around especially in the upcoming auto-x events. I'm actually shopping for a helmet now...do they not have anything lighter than their rentals ones??? that thing was heavy!!!!

[tmelch]

actually shopping for a helmet now...do they not have anything lighter than their rentals ones??? that thing was heavy!!!!Ya, the small ones are a bit lighter than the medium and large ones! :D Stop complaining, the loaners are free Danny!

[glagola1]

Danny, if you strap some weights to your head durring the daytime, you can build strength in your neck. That'll save you some bucks if you decide to get a cheap heavy helmet.

BTW, I know nothing about helmets. I just bought a super cheap ass one from one of the venders that was at the event yesterday. It was a scratch and dent model that I paid 101 bucks for.

[dp]

tom, i only complain because i'm looking to buy one...:rolf: otherwise, i would've said they had the best loaner helmets!!! how much did those weigh anyways?
supposedly the helmet standards/regulations are changing in 2006. Any idea what ratings (?) i'm supposed to be shopping for?

only if i could get a cf helmet...i know i could shave 5 seconds just by getting one...;)

[dp]

any updates on coming up auto-x events?

[glagola1]

May 22nd is the next local SCCA event. May 1st is an Alabama event. I'll probably go to this one. I love their courses and their lot. Oh, there is a Prosolo at gwinnett this weekend coming up. I'll be there but I don't think novices should run it. Too much BS to prepare for.

So basically, May 1 would be a really good event for a novice. The AL region is a bit more laid back than ours due to the smaller entries so things take a long time but it's chill.

[billyblast]

glagola1, PLEASE keep us updated! I'm going to try and make one. I need to get a helmet too. Thanks

[glagola1]

You got it!

[glagola1]

There's a porsche club auto-x event on sunday. Here's the info: 24th - Autocross #2 - Gwinnett County Fairgrounds. Arrive at 10:00 for a course walkthrough and registration. First car out will be at 11:30am. Directions: 85 north to Hwy. 316 north, exit Sugarloaf Pkwy., go right, proceed about 5 miles to the Fairgrounds on the left.

This is a good event to attend if you are new to the sport. The porsche guys are cool and any one is welcome to attend. I believe it's 25 bucks.

I may be there if nothing else is happening that day. I love auto-x.

[S2k Dude]

Too bad Wake the Dragon is this weekend also. However, those that are not going now have a chance to go to the AutoX.

[tmelch]

I'll be at the Dragon. Have fun!

[ConkerS2K]

Oh, there is a Prosolo at gwinnett this weekend coming up. I'll be there but I don't think novices should run it. Too much BS to prepare for. Matt,
We met briefly at the first points event at Gwinnett, I was running novice for the first time (the missus and I both ran our first autoX in the 52-54 sec. range in a bone-stock 2003 and had a great time). Being new to this, can you explain what the National Tour and ProSolo series are all about? I understand Evo is a driving school, correct? I plan on running all the points events I can make it to but I was still wondering what the other events are. Also, I am considering running in A-stock on May 22, is the registration/check-in any different than Novice? Finally, will loaner helmets likely be available at Turner Field next month? Thanks and congratulations on your run during National.

[glagola1]

Cool, I remember you. Thanks for the congrats. Ok, the National Tour is just that. It's a tour that stops in several cities all across the states. People who are very serious about auto-x travel to compete against a higher caliber of competition. You have to do at least two tour events to be eligible for the final National event in Topeaka, KS. I doubt I'll go this year. The Prosolos are nuts. I did my first just this last weekend. Basically, you have two mirror courses. There is a drag tree start just like at the strip. You line up against somebody in your class and the tree starts the timer. You race one side and you come back and swap to the second side. You get 6 runs per side to set your best combined time. The class winners move on the Super Challenge in which you compete by index against cars in other classes just like bracket drag racing. There's a lot more to it but I don't want to bore you.

I'm glad you're considering running in class next event. We encourage people to switch to their class as soon as possible. There's really nothing different except when you register on line you'll select your class and you can find out when you are running because the class is designated a color and there is a schedule of when that color runs. Dig?

Loaner helmets are always available at all local events and the Evo events are schools. They're tough to get into because they fill up so fast. I've never done one but apparently people learn from them.

See you in May and if you have any more questions please don't hesitate to ask.

[ConkerS2K]

Matt,
Thanks for the quick reply and for answering all my questions. If I understand, A-stock is blue and will be running last in the afternoon session down at Turner on 5/22, correct? I am looking forward to running in class next month, even if it is just to get spanked. Hell, I wouldn't be surprised if my better half beats me this time in my own car (got her by a half second last time :D ). See you in May.

Jeff

[glagola1]

Conkers, all of which you wrote is correct.

ATTN PEOPLE:

The BMWCCA is having another auto-x event on the 15th. Non-member registration is opening on the 10th. Maybe I'll see you guys there.

http://www.peachtreebmwcca.org/ptAX_index.asp (http://www.peachtreebmwcca.org/ptAX_index.asp)

[glagola1]

There is a novice school held by the Atlanta SCCA and registration is now open. If you wanna go, you'd better sign up now because it fills fast. The event is this Saturday.

http://www.joesvideos.com/scca_reg/view_event.py?id=48

[BrianGT]

Conkers, all of which you wrote is correct.

ATTN PEOPLE:

The BMWCCA is having another auto-x event on the 15th. Non-member registration is opening on the 10th. Maybe I'll see you guys there.

http://www.peachtreebmwcca.org/ptAX_index.asp (http://www.peachtreebmwcca.org/ptAX_index.asp)
I was there :) It was my first autocross, and was quite fun. Didn't start until 11 due to the rain, but still got 5 runs in.

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Brian

[glagola1]

You lucky duck. I decided to not go due to the rain. Oh well.

[dp]

registered for the school...

[BrianGT]

I signed up, and got my wife and 2 other friends to sign up [wrx, sti and miata] for the school.

:)

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Brian

[tmelch]

I was there :) It was my first autocross, and was quite fun. Didn't start until 11 due to the rain, but still got 5 runs in. Man, I was ready to go, but it was pouring and the radar didn't look and better. One thing I like about the SCCA is that if you get rained out you don't lose your money because you pay AT the event. Next one's on the 22nd isn't it?

[BrianGT]

Man, I was ready to go, but it was pouring and the radar didn't look and better. One thing I like about the SCCA is that if you get rained out you don't lose your money because you pay AT the event. Next one's on the 22nd isn't it? It stopped raining and was semi-dry at 11, and didn't start until I was driving home from the event (got stuck with the top down on 85....)

I noticed that all of the Vipers went home :) It would have been fun to see them on the damp course.

Only 1 other s2k there...

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Brian

[glagola1]

Yeah, the next SCCA event is on the 22nd. The novice school is on the 21st. I can't wait. After having missed this weekend, I'm dying over here.

[BrianGT]

What a fun day with the SCCA novice school. Managed to get 15 runs with an instructor for the first 10. :)

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Brian

[BrianGT]

great SCCA autocross event yesterday at turner field, test and tune. It was non-stop running all day. I must of done about 30 runs in my s2k, 15 runs in my wife's wrx, and about 15 rides in other's cars. I had Hankook R-S2 tires mounted on the fronts on Friday, and they worked very nicely. I only managed to get 20 miles on them before the autocross, but after a couple of runs, they felt just about as good as the S02s did the a couple of weeks before on the autocross course. My rear S02s are getting low on tread (3000 miles and 3 days of autocross), so I will put the R-S2 tires on the back soon also.

The R-S2 tires are quite cheap, and there is free shipping on them from discountiredirect.com until the 15th. The fronts cost $78 each, and $12 each for balancing from the local discount tire store (free mounting if ordered from discounttiredirect, and they didn't charge any other fees). The rears (245/45-16) are $95 each.

Tire pic:
http://www.discounttiredirect.com/product/tires/hanhz6.xl.jpg

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Brian

[WebGod]

Damn,that's alot of runs.

[BrianGT]

Just signed up my wife and I for the June 26th Peachtree BMW cca event:
http://www.peachtreebmwcca.org/ptAX_index.asp
Registration opens June 13th for non-members.

We went to the last one and it was quite fun, and both joined the BMW CCA to save on the entry fee.

I like the BMW event, as it is much smaller than the SCCA events. I hope to see more S2000s there this time (only 2 last time, but 4 signed up).

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Brian

[glagola1]

Did you guys see that there is a BMW club auto-x this weekend? I've already registered. Maybe I'll see you there.

Matt

[tmelch]

Tough decision. Xcross or club drive in the mountains....

[S2k Dude]

Tom, you know you want to AutoX. Btw what is Xcross? Is that like criss-cross?

I don't know that I'll make it to either the club drive or AutoX but you never know.

[BrianGT]

Did you guys see that there is a BMW club auto-x this weekend? I've already registered. Maybe I'll see you there.

Matt
I will be there, along with my wife driving her new sti.

I got my alignment done this morning to be more aggressive. It feels better.

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Brian

[silverfoxs2k]

Did you guys see that there is a BMW club auto-x this weekend? I've already registered. Maybe I'll see you there.

MattWhere would I see the posting and what are the details? I might come by and be an
auto-x voyeur - sounds racy lol :devil:

[BrianGT]

Where would I see the posting and what are the details? I might come by and be an
auto-x voyeur - sounds racy lol :devil: Details and signup here:
http://www.peachtreebmwcca.org/ptAX_index.asp

If you want to autocross, it is $25 for bmwcca members and $35 for non-members.

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Brian

[silverfoxs2k]

Details and signup here:
http://www.peachtreebmwcca.org/ptAX_index.asp

If you want to autocross, it is $25 for bmwcca members and $35 for non-members.

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Brian

Thanks :goodjob:

[BrianGT]

The bmwcca event was quite fun today. I added extra camber to my car, which really helps on the course. I have it to the max settings, with the front at -1.4 degrees, minimal toe, and the rear is -2.5 degrees, 0.2" toe.

My wife is a bit upset at me though, as I beat her in her new sti by 3 seconds...

The course was almost the same as the one last month. Here are how the times improved since my 1st autocross:
me: 1:02 -> 0:56
wife: 1.06 -> 0:59

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Brian

[S2k Dude]

Nice Brian! If the weather wasn't so crappy I would have stopped by to see you and your wife dodge some cones.

[silverfoxs2k]

I came out to watch - saw the first group run. It did look like fun despite the rain. The S2000's were in the third group and I could not find any of you guys hanging around so I got tired of standing in the rain and left after the first group. Looked like something I could get into.

Who was the S with the tire trailer and the two extra sets of tires? That was a pretty cool trailer.

[BrianGT]

I came out to watch - saw the first group run. It did look like fun despite the rain. The S2000's were in the third group and I could not find any of you guys hanging around so I got tired of standing in the rain and left after the first group. Looked like something I could get into.

Who was the S with the tire trailer and the two extra sets of tires? That was a pretty cool trailer. Sorry we missed you. We were in the 3rd run group, and 1st work group, so we were out working when you must have come by.

The trailer was Matt's trailer, and unfortuately he blew his diff when launching for the 2nd run. I rode with him on his first run, and he got a 0:52, and it was crazy how much grip the r-compound tires provided. I hope he can get it fixed for his meet next weekend.

As for events, I am going to be doing these events:
7/15 - CMP track day!
7/17 - Peachstate PCA Autocross #3 at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds (Porsche)
7/23 - SCCA Novice Day at Turner Field
7/24 - BMWCCA Autocross at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds
(I figure that the two straight days this weekend will be a great way to celebrate my 25th birthday)

My wife is going to do the 7/10 SCCA points event, but I will be out of town visiting my parents for the weekend.

I hope to see more s2ks out there! The Novice day is really fun if you haven't autocrossed before.

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Brian

[suzukasue]

...and unfortuately he blew his diff when launching for the 2nd run...
This is starting to become too much of a common problem!

[glagola1]

Does anybody have any good suggestions for where to find a new diff?

[BrianGT]

Does anybody have any good suggestions for where to find a new diff? hardtopguy?

Would a comptech reinforced housing put you out of the stock class?

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Brian

[glagola1]

Yes... too bad.

[F8d2Blk]

Does anybody have any good suggestions for where to find a new diff?
Alan Cox Automotive maybe?

[Cyclon36]

Any reinforced diffs that look stock? :D

I think they should allow any saftey or reliability mods without changing your class. As long as your gearing doesn't change, I think a reinforced housing should be fair game.

[glagola1]

Well, the comptech looks stock.

[glagola1]

It looks stock, costs 800 dollars with out a core and I'd still need to buy the rest of the parts to put in there. Basically, it's cost prohibitive, it's technically against the rules of stock class and I can't get it in time for the National Tour in Peru.