My first autocross

4406pack · 05-03-2008, 02:15 PM

Today started out really nice, sunny out a little windy, got up early so i could get my girl ready for her big day...at the meet there were lots of miatas and corvettes, a few other Hondas i but i was the lone S2000, so i had to represent, being my first autocross i was a little worried about wrecking my car, but watching the others race around the course i soon felt very comfortable and was eager to see what stewie could do.... IT WAS A BLAST!!!!.... I am hooked, it took me a few runs the feel her out, but with each run i was shaving time off the watch...the fastest time was a vette who ran a 28.23 second lap, my best was 32.25, not bad for a newbee with street tires on... i will try and post a few videos....

SilverS2K422 · 05-03-2008, 02:31 PM

sweet, ive been wanting to go so bad, im think im ganna go wtih some buddies of mine in a few weeks.

jagg · 05-03-2008, 02:41 PM

atta boy 440....

jagg

4406pack · 05-03-2008, 03:08 PM

i think this will work

4406pack · 05-03-2008, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by SilverS2K422

sweet, ive been wanting to go so bad, im think im ganna go wtih some buddies of mine in a few weeks.

you have to, it is such a rush...

chazdawg35 · 05-03-2008, 03:36 PM

Hey Dude I'm going to willow springs june 21, CAN'T WAIT!

DJJSR · 05-03-2008, 03:52 PM

Good job representing the clan! I was going to come over there but the forecast said rain. They were wrong.

Do you know if they're running at Chanute AFB this year? There's no schedule for '08 on the Central Illinois SCCA website.

4406pack · 05-03-2008, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by DJJSR

Good job representing the clan! I was going to come over there but the forecast said rain. They were wrong.

Do you know if they're running at Chanute AFB this year? There's no schedule for '08 on the Central Illinois SCCA website.

i believe it is the 17th and 18th of this month...i am going to make to the 17th but i have to leave for TN the next morning so i will not be there that day...here is the event hotline so you can call and have a schedule as well...217-398-6452...

4406pack · 05-03-2008, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJJSR

Good job representing the clan! I was going to come over there but the forecast said rain. They were wrong.

Do you know if they're running at Chanute AFB this year? There's no schedule for '08 on the Central Illinois SCCA website.

no rain, but lots of cold wind, i am looking forward to the Chanute race, being on cement will be different the the asphalt we ran on today...

Java Junky · 05-03-2008, 04:14 PM

Ditto to Don'z congratulations Pack.
And to the representation'a the rest'uv us.
Din't waste much time in'a shallow end, di'ja?
Java

SilverS2K422 · 05-03-2008, 04:37 PM

cool videos, it makes me wanna go right now

sky2k · 05-03-2008, 07:18 PM

autocrosses are way fun, i've been to a few myself, got to admit, those vettes can have quick times..last time, this guy had an Ariel Atom..and surprisingly, this red z06 had the better time..

gomarlins3 · 05-06-2008, 05:28 PM

Nice videos.

I am VERY surprised they let you have a passenger hand hold the camera. That is a MAJOR no-no with the SCCA. If you are going to do it more often, I would suggest a camera mount and back the lens out. You were zoomed in to far to really be any help to examining the lines you were taking. If you want the video as a memento of you runs, then it's fine.

On a course where you do little to no shifting, get in the habit of driving with two feet. It saves a little time (very little, but you will find ANY time saved on an autoX course becomes valuable) when you can brake with the left and use the right for the accelerator.

Keep at it and you will get better and faster. AutoX is the cheapest legal racing you can do.

4406pack · 05-13-2008, 05:11 AM

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Originally Posted by gomarlins3

Nice videos.

I am VERY surprised they let you have a passenger hand hold the camera. That is a MAJOR no-no with the SCCA. If you are going to do it more often, I would suggest a camera mount and back the lens out. You were zoomed in to far to really be any help to examining the lines you were taking. If you want the video as a memento of you runs, then it's fine.

On a course where you do little to no shifting, get in the habit of driving with two feet. It saves a little time (very little, but you will find ANY time saved on an autoX course becomes valuable) when you can brake with the left and use the right for the accelerator.

Keep at it and you will get better and faster. AutoX is the cheapest legal racing you can do.

it was actually my mom taking the vidoes inside and out, she had a blast, and you are right about the heel toe driving, that is something i have to practice on, but each run i shaved a almost a second off, this coming weekend there is a larger track we are going to use, so i might be able to see 2nd and 3rd....i am hoping DJJSR will make it down as well...and again thanks for all the info you have shared.....

Java Junky · 05-13-2008, 06:22 AM

Righteous Pack.
Thankz fer sharin' the ride with us. (Thank your cameramom fer us too.)
'Think that more'n-one-word response from Go would indicate jus' a wee bit'a interest on'izz part?
(When Go takes the time ta part with words I take notes.)
Java

jagg · 05-13-2008, 07:13 AM

That's cool that your mom was with you 440....
My mom's a Honda believer, and was the first person to demand a ride in Stewie when I purchased it......Funny, she hasn't asked for another one.
Nor has Mrs. Jagg.....You know what? Nobody asks for a second ride...

hmmmmmm.

Regards,
Jagg

controller · 05-13-2008, 07:19 AM

I'm in that boat, Jagg, so you're not the only one. My driving style is best described as "suicidal".

To 4406, that's pretty darn awesome. Congrats to doing something I've wanted to but can't carve out the time.

TheSoundMan21 · 05-13-2008, 07:50 AM

I need to autoX I have gotten lucky one to many times out here with the cops it scares me.

dezignpro04 · 05-13-2008, 07:56 AM

I'm sooooooooooooo jealous.. lol =)

Clean_a_Green · 05-13-2008, 10:54 AM

that looks way fun!

don't sweat losing to a 'vette... it has 1.3 billion foot pounds of torque at 1000 rpm and holds an even g on a skidpad.

TheSoundMan21 · 05-13-2008, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by dezignpro04

I'm sooooooooooooo jealous.. lol =)

of what? my lucky streak or autoX

4406pack · 05-13-2008, 04:40 PM

Thanks all for the posts, i will try and take some video this weekend if the weather holds out....

4406pack · 05-13-2008, 04:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Java Junky

Righteous Pack.
Thankz fer sharin' the ride with us. (Thank your cameramom fer us too.)
'Think that more'n-one-word response from Go would indicate jus' a wee bit'a interest on'izz part?
(When Go takes the time ta part with words I take notes.)
Java

Believe me Java, when Go talks, i listen, and have used all that he has past on to me, he is a world of info that i hope to be able to tap into from time to time....

jagg · 05-13-2008, 06:56 PM

Quote:

Believe me Java, when Go talks, i listen

I certainly do too, 440. I've never read any horsepucky that GM3 threw out there. Keep up the good work gentlemen!

jagg

dezignpro04 · 05-14-2008, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheSoundMan21

of what? my lucky streak or autoX

AutoX. LOL. I dont need a lucky streak as I have a very good lawyer where I reside!

Vezna31 · 05-15-2008, 12:02 AM

I could never get into auto-crossing for some reason. Never had a desire to speed around cones in a parking lot. I've always preferred race tracks. Auto-X will teach you good car control though. Keep at it and you'll be challenging those Vettes!

05-03-2008, 02:15 PM	#1 (permalink)
4406pack cone destroyer Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: champaign, IL Posts: 568	My first autocross Today started out really nice, sunny out a little windy, got up early so i could get my girl ready for her big day...at the meet there were lots of miatas and corvettes, a few other Hondas i but i was the lone S2000, so i had to represent, being my first autocross i was a little worried about wrecking my car, but watching the others race around the course i soon felt very comfortable and was eager to see what stewie could do.... IT WAS A BLAST!!!!.... I am hooked, it took me a few runs the feel her out, but with each run i was shaving time off the watch...the fastest time was a vette who ran a 28.23 second lap, my best was 32.25, not bad for a newbee with street tires on... i will try and post a few videos....

05-03-2008, 03:08 PM	#4 (permalink)
4406pack cone destroyer Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: champaign, IL Posts: 568	video i think this will work

05-03-2008, 03:52 PM	#7 (permalink)
DJJSR Philosopher Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Hooterville Posts: 1,851	Good job representing the clan! I was going to come over there but the forecast said rain. They were wrong. Do you know if they're running at Chanute AFB this year? There's no schedule for '08 on the Central Illinois SCCA website. __________________ Don

05-03-2008, 04:14 PM	#10 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 6,628	Ditto to Don'z congratulations Pack. And to the representation'a the rest'uv us. Din't waste much time in'a shallow end, di'ja? Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

05-06-2008, 05:28 PM	#13 (permalink)
gomarlins3 "Enjoy the drive" Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Kuna Idaho Posts: 4,290	Nice videos. I am VERY surprised they let you have a passenger hand hold the camera. That is a MAJOR no-no with the SCCA. If you are going to do it more often, I would suggest a camera mount and back the lens out. You were zoomed in to far to really be any help to examining the lines you were taking. If you want the video as a memento of you runs, then it's fine. On a course where you do little to no shifting, get in the habit of driving with two feet. It saves a little time (very little, but you will find ANY time saved on an autoX course becomes valuable) when you can brake with the left and use the right for the accelerator. Keep at it and you will get better and faster. AutoX is the cheapest legal racing you can do. __________________ Yablownowitz Racing brought to you by Anytime Fitness. Happiness is a nice road, great weather, and driving the S with Sue in the seat next to me. "Whatever you do, where ever you go, enjoy the drive." I know for a FACT that the last year of production of the S2000 is 2003!!!!! After that, it will be the S2200 under an assumed name.

05-03-2008, 02:31 PM	#2 (permalink)
SilverS2K422 B.A.M.F. Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: West Palm Beach, Florida Posts: 627	sweet, ive been wanting to go so bad, im think im ganna go wtih some buddies of mine in a few weeks.

05-03-2008, 02:41 PM	#3 (permalink)
jagg Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: The Endless Mountains Posts: 3,234	atta boy 440.... jagg

05-03-2008, 03:36 PM	#6 (permalink)
chazdawg35 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: simi valley,california Posts: 1,699	Hey Dude I'm going to willow springs june 21, CAN'T WAIT!

05-03-2008, 04:37 PM	#11 (permalink)
SilverS2K422 B.A.M.F. Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: West Palm Beach, Florida Posts: 627	cool videos, it makes me wanna go right now

05-03-2008, 07:18 PM	#12 (permalink)
sky2k Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 240	autocrosses are way fun, i've been to a few myself, got to admit, those vettes can have quick times..last time, this guy had an Ariel Atom..and surprisingly, this red z06 had the better time..

05-13-2008, 06:22 AM	#15 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 6,628	Righteous Pack. Thankz fer sharin' the ride with us. (Thank your cameramom fer us too.) 'Think that more'n-one-word response from Go would indicate jus' a wee bit'a interest on'izz part? (When Go takes the time ta part with words I take notes.) Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

05-13-2008, 07:13 AM	#16 (permalink)
jagg Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: The Endless Mountains Posts: 3,234	That's cool that your mom was with you 440.... My mom's a Honda believer, and was the first person to demand a ride in Stewie when I purchased it......Funny, she hasn't asked for another one. Nor has Mrs. Jagg.....You know what? Nobody asks for a second ride... hmmmmmm. Regards, Jagg

05-13-2008, 07:19 AM	#17 (permalink)
controller ex-owner :( Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 268	I'm in that boat, Jagg, so you're not the only one. My driving style is best described as "suicidal". To 4406, that's pretty darn awesome. Congrats to doing something I've wanted to but can't carve out the time.

05-13-2008, 07:56 AM	#19 (permalink)
dezignpro04 Banned for Life Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sunshine State Posts: 1,174	I'm sooooooooooooo jealous.. lol =) __________________ Mods: 18" Axis Reverbs w/Black Rays Lugs, Invidia N1 Exhaust, CAI, ACT Stage 2 Clutch, JDM Side Markers, Clear Corners, Slotted/Drilled Rotors, Spoon Pads, Spoon Steel Brake Lines, Spoon Reservoir Socks, Ricks Vodoo Knob, Custom Stitched Hand Made Convertible Top w/ Glass Window, JDM Aero Screen, Body Matching Dash & Shift Molding Panels, Polished Valve Cover and CAI, Engine Steel Braided Wire Kit & S2000 Caliper Vinyls..

05-13-2008, 10:54 AM	#20 (permalink)
Clean_a_Green Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 18	that looks way fun! don't sweat losing to a 'vette... it has 1.3 billion foot pounds of torque at 1000 rpm and holds an even g on a skidpad.

05-13-2008, 04:40 PM	#22 (permalink)
4406pack cone destroyer Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: champaign, IL Posts: 568	Thanks all for the posts, i will try and take some video this weekend if the weather holds out....

05-15-2008, 12:02 AM	#26 (permalink)
Vezna31 Resident Track Whore :) Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Chula Vista, CA Posts: 1,667	I could never get into auto-crossing for some reason. Never had a desire to speed around cones in a parking lot. I've always preferred race tracks. Auto-X will teach you good car control though. Keep at it and you'll be challenging those Vettes! __________________ Vezna Financial Services - For mortgages, accounting and taxes, and phone service needs. http://www.vezna.com San Diego Car Club - http://www.sdcarclub.com

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