How fast have you driven in a car?
05-16-2002, 01:31 AM
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Niiice...
Now, we've gotten away from our original discussion of road vs. track driving as far as safety is concerned. But, I must admit, that looks sweet! Track driving is something that I am merely not familiar with. Ethan, I know we've had discussions before. Perticularly about racing/driving schools.
I would never say that track driving wouldn't be fun! I mean, look at that course... unbelievable. Any suggestions for the West Coast? So, class would include driving that track hard and fast? Are you afraid of "breaking" your Z on that track?
In any case, yes, absolutely I have an interest. In earlier talks I was commenting on the pleasures of driving on the open road, not discounting the exhileration of racing on a track. I've never had the pleasure. That's something I'll look into now that you put those pics in my face!
But again, for the most part, many of us won't or haven't had that track experience. On the same note, I don't know that I would want to beat my baby Z into the ground on a track like that. You may have just changed my mind...
Kenneth
I would never say that track driving wouldn't be fun! I mean, look at that course... unbelievable. Any suggestions for the West Coast? So, class would include driving that track hard and fast? Are you afraid of "breaking" your Z on that track?
In any case, yes, absolutely I have an interest. In earlier talks I was commenting on the pleasures of driving on the open road, not discounting the exhileration of racing on a track. I've never had the pleasure. That's something I'll look into now that you put those pics in my face!
But again, for the most part, many of us won't or haven't had that track experience. On the same note, I don't know that I would want to beat my baby Z into the ground on a track like that. You may have just changed my mind...
Kenneth
05-16-2002, 04:17 PM
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Re: Niiice...
Originally posted by kraZy
Now, we've gotten away from our original discussion of road vs. track driving as far as safety is concerned. But, I must admit, that looks sweet! Track driving is something that I am merely not familiar with. Ethan, I know we've had discussions before. Perticularly about racing/driving schools.
I would never say that track driving wouldn't be fun! I mean, look at that course... unbelievable. Any suggestions for the West Coast? So, class would include driving that track hard and fast? Are you afraid of "breaking" your Z on that track?
In any case, yes, absolutely I have an interest. In earlier talks I was commenting on the pleasures of driving on the open road, not discounting the exhileration of racing on a track. I've never had the pleasure. That's something I'll look into now that you put those pics in my face!
But again, for the most part, many of us won't or haven't had that track experience. On the same note, I don't know that I would want to beat my baby Z into the ground on a track like that. You may have just changed my mind...
Kenneth
Now, we've gotten away from our original discussion of road vs. track driving as far as safety is concerned. But, I must admit, that looks sweet! Track driving is something that I am merely not familiar with. Ethan, I know we've had discussions before. Perticularly about racing/driving schools.
I would never say that track driving wouldn't be fun! I mean, look at that course... unbelievable. Any suggestions for the West Coast? So, class would include driving that track hard and fast? Are you afraid of "breaking" your Z on that track?
In any case, yes, absolutely I have an interest. In earlier talks I was commenting on the pleasures of driving on the open road, not discounting the exhileration of racing on a track. I've never had the pleasure. That's something I'll look into now that you put those pics in my face!
But again, for the most part, many of us won't or haven't had that track experience. On the same note, I don't know that I would want to beat my baby Z into the ground on a track like that. You may have just changed my mind...
Kenneth
I hear you about not wanting to abuse your Z. In the short run, you'll go through tires and brake pads much more quickly than you would on the street-- I'm not sure about the long term effects- it defintely puts more stress on the engine and transmission-
Ethan
05-16-2002, 06:11 PM
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I am off to Mid Ohio on June 4 for school!! Let's just say that I am almost as excited about that as I am about getting my Z! Personally, I look forward to kicking it a bit in a 'safe' environment. How much better does it get than to race around the track in someone else's car with your very own professional back seat driver?! LOL
I am off to Mid Ohio on June 4 for school!! Let's just say that I am almost as excited about that as I am about getting my Z! Personally, I look forward to kicking it a bit in a 'safe' environment. How much better does it get than to race around the track in someone else's car with your very own professional back seat driver?! LOL
05-17-2002, 01:15 AM
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Originally posted by kraZy
Thanks Ethan... That is actually the only track I was thinking of, any others?
Kenneth
Thanks Ethan... That is actually the only track I was thinking of, any others?
Kenneth
Here is some info about Z Car Clubs in CA. I'm sure some of these folks will have information about tracks and driver training events. A group of guys in my club (www.njzclub.com) do this stuff all of the time, and I'm sure its not just a Jersey thing!!! Also, ask about AutoX (Autocross) events in your area- that's another great way to learn:
CLUB Z
839 Jansen Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
Web Site: www.ClubZ.org
Club E-Mail: Contact@ClubZ.org
Public Relations Coordinator: Andy Woo
Social Events Coordinator: Mike Whittaker
Race Track Coordinator: Lee Darzycki
AutoCross Coordinator: Vacant
Drag Race Coordinator: Dennis Evangelista
Car Show Coordinator: Dennis Evangelista
Dues: Free
Club Founded: 1998
Current Membership: 240
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GROUP Z
PO Box 10497
Santa Ana CA 92711
Phone: (818) 248-6935
Fax: (818) 248-6935 or (818) 249-5015
Web Site: http://www.groupz.com
Club E-Mail: groupz@email.com
President: Jerry Peterson
Vice President: Jerry Schultz
Secretary: Linda Richards
Treasurer: Dick Denno
Newsletter Editor: Mark Oskorus
Activities/Events: Al & Charlene Allen
Webmaster: Mike Sage
1998 Dues: $30 regular $20 affiliate $10 associate
Club Founded: 1971 Current Membership: 135
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Z CLUB OF SAN DIEGO
7473 El Cajon Boulevard
La Mesa CA 91941
Phone: (619) 589-0975
Web Site: www.zcsd.org
Club E-Mail: zcsd@yahoo.com
President: Dennis Darnall
Vice president:Michael Libonate
Treasurer: Ed Peterson
Secretary: Mick Halbert
Newsletter Editor: Ed Peterson
Membership Coordinator: Evan Chabot
Events Coordinator: Clif Yaussi and Philip Childs
Members at Large: Ben Pila and Mike Lee
Autocross Coordinator: Al Peterson
Webkeeper: Darren Kirkpatrick
Dues: Single: $30 Assoc: $15
Club Founded: 1990 Current Membership: 125
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Z OWNERS OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
PO Box 934
Rancho Cordova CA 95741-0934
Phone: (800) 300-6662
Fax: (916) 961-8223
Web Site: www.zonc.org
Club E-Mail: zonc@sonic.net
President: Jim Bowen
Vice President: Bob Jenkins
V.P., Administration: Bill Halsey
Secretary: Charlene Braskamp
Treasurer: Heather Ippoliti
Technical Coordinator: Doc Kanarowski
Competition Coordinator: Rob Sime
Newsletter Editor: Bob Retzer
Activities/Events: Robert Rigby
Webmaster: Gary Goodlund
Dues: Single: $30 Assoc: $10
Club Founded: 1972 Current Membership: 311
Z POSSE
620 Pidgeon Street
San Diego CA 92114
Phone: (619) 263-6440
Fax: (619) 421-0357
President: Steven Henry
Vice President: Vance Hutchinson
Club Founded: 1994 Current Membership: 10
OUTCAZT "Z" CLUB OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
P.O. Box 1971
Burbank CA 91507
Phone: (818) 765-7187
Club E-Mail:brwnsuga@earthlink.net
President: Rey Dava
Vice President: Jerry Peterson
Secretary: Lina Dava
Newsletter Editor: Rey Dava
Dues: Single: $30 Family: $10
Club Founded: 1999 Current Membership: 30
05-17-2002, 09:15 PM
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Originally posted by GoldPlated350Z
190 mph, track, driving a modded Dodge Stealth
190 mph, track, driving a modded Dodge Stealth
I guess my biggest question is the dodge does not seem like it can push past 175. Modded or not. There are very few cars in the world that can hit 190 with or without mods. It takes a lot of track length to 190.
05-17-2002, 09:47 PM
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about 120ish in a '93 Volvo 940 Turbo... I know, it's a Volvo but it was a lot of fun and pretty quick. Was my parents' car but I drove it a lot. Also, a bit of a sleeper.
I still like Volvos... I just can't admit that in public.
I still like Volvos... I just can't admit that in public.
05-19-2002, 11:21 PM
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142 MPH in a 92 Talon TSI @19PSI boost. Could have gone a little faster, but I chickened out on my aging stock suspension. It's amazing how the fear multiplies 10x for every 10mph past 120.
On the German Autobahn chasing down a M3.
On the German Autobahn chasing down a M3.
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