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Old 04-24-2008, 06:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Mike@RiversideInfiniti
You'd need roll bars for your own safety... just in case.
I know its for added safety but I know some tracks do not require extra bars! So, if willow do not have this strict safety thing then i wouldn't mind joining you guys.
Old 04-25-2008, 08:24 AM
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you can rent helmets there right?
Old 04-25-2008, 10:21 AM
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My350z List:

1. Mike@Riverside (S2000) (240hp) (newbie group) (100% attending)
2. George@GTM (who knows) (lots) (???) (90%)
3. 918 Z (350z) (some power) (as long as i know by end of may im in)
4. dvo 9350z) (few bolt-ons)(never been on a track) (80% I need two weeks notice)
5. USN HM 350Z (Miata NC) (170hp) (dont care) (need 2 weeks notice)
6. scsz (350Z) (few mods) (never been on a track) (50%)
7. 4dc (350Z) (few mods) (Noob) (75/25)
8.visionz(350Z) (not sure) (Newbie) (june 30th!!!)
9. gsazabi (350Z) (Stock) (Noob) (50/50)
10. mrdick (Maxima) (stuff) (noobness) 50/50
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12.
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Old 04-25-2008, 10:27 AM
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i would go but i rather wait till i get my coilovers and thats not till july : [
Old 04-25-2008, 04:00 PM
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Originally Posted by mrdick
My350z List:

1. Mike@Riverside (S2000) (240hp) (newbie group) (100% attending)
2. George@GTM (who knows) (lots) (???) (90%)
3. 918 Z (350z) (some power) (as long as i know by end of may im in)
4. dvo 9350z) (few bolt-ons)(never been on a track) (80% I need two weeks notice)
5. USN HM 350Z (Miata NC) (170hp) (dont care) (need 2 weeks notice)
6. scsz (350Z) (few mods) (never been on a track) (50%)
7. 4dc (350Z) (few mods) (Noob) (75/25)
8.visionz(350Z) (not sure) (Newbie) (june 30th!!!)
9. gsazabi (350Z) (Stock) (Noob) (50/50)
10. mrdick (Maxima) (stuff) (noobness) 50/50
11.
12.
13.
damn rich, you're gonna go now?!
Old 04-27-2008, 07:34 AM
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I noticed some postings about the day on G35driver...pretty frightening.

Guys were worried about heat and asked about tinted driver and passanger windows being allowed! Of course, no race track allows you to have your windows up on the track.

Others were worried about using air conditioning and their car overheating....Not even going to touch that one.

Others were suggesting checking their brakes and felt that maybe bleeding them a bit would be a good idea.....sounds like a newbie day to me.

That being said, I might be interested in watching the carnage. I have a knee sugery coming up, so who knows if I can make it. It depends on the recovery.
Old 04-27-2008, 09:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Fooshe
I noticed some postings about the day on G35driver...pretty frightening.

Guys were worried about heat and asked about tinted driver and passanger windows being allowed! Of course, no race track allows you to have your windows up on the track.

Others were worried about using air conditioning and their car overheating....Not even going to touch that one.

Others were suggesting checking their brakes and felt that maybe bleeding them a bit would be a good idea.....sounds like a newbie day to me.

That being said, I might be interested in watching the carnage. I have a knee sugery coming up, so who knows if I can make it. It depends on the recovery.
lol

I'm pretty sure not very many people are going to be pushing their cars hard enough to have any major issues. I will be taking basic tools and supplies for those that do, however.
Old 04-27-2008, 10:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Mike@RiversideInfiniti
lol

I'm pretty sure not very many people are going to be pushing their cars hard enough to have any major issues. I will be taking basic tools and supplies for those that do, however.
Hey and I have a 4 post lift in my trailer with air compressor if we have to get down and dirty! So we should be all good

-George
Old 04-27-2008, 12:17 PM
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My350z List:

1. Mike@Riverside (S2000) (240hp) (newbie group) (100% attending)
2. George@GTM (who knows) (lots) (???) (90%)
3. 918 Z (350z) (some power) (as long as i know by end of may im in)
4. dvo 9350z) (few bolt-ons)(never been on a track) (80% I need two weeks notice)
5. USN HM 350Z (Miata NC) (170hp) (dont care) (need 2 weeks notice)
6. scsz (350Z) (few mods) (never been on a track) (50%)
7. 4dc (350Z) (few mods) (Noob) (75/25)
8.visionz(350Z) (not sure) (Newbie) (june 30th!!!)
9. gsazabi (350Z) (Stock) (Noob) (50/50)
10. mrdick (Maxima) (stuff) (noobness) 50/50
11. jwttz (350z) (still not enough) (200 exp points) 50/50 Need to know exact date.
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Old 04-27-2008, 07:45 PM
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Will there be any type of timing provided? if you can borrow the transponders from the speedventures group I would definitely go. if theres no timing and no Advanced run group I don't think i will be attending. but good luck to all the noobs none the less.

Hammad
Old 04-27-2008, 08:05 PM
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what time will the day start? Anybody thinking of driving up there the night before and getting a hotel room?
Old 04-27-2008, 10:02 PM
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My350z List:

1. Mike@Riverside (S2000) (240hp) (newbie group) (100% attending)
2. George@GTM (who knows) (lots) (???) (90%)
3. 918 Z (350z) (some power) (as long as i know by end of may im in)
4. dvo 9350z) (few bolt-ons)(never been on a track) (80% I need two weeks notice)
5. USN HM 350Z (Miata NC) (170hp) (dont care) (need 2 weeks notice)
6. scsz (350Z) (few mods) (never been on a track) (50%)
7. 4dc (350Z) (few mods) (Noob) (75/25)
8.visionz(350Z) (not sure) (Newbie) (june 30th!!!)
9. gsazabi (350Z) (Stock) (Noob) (50/50)
10. mrdick (Maxima) (stuff) (noobness) 50/50
11. jwttz (350z) (still not enough) (200 exp points) 50/50 Need to know exact date.
12. profink (350Z) (302hp) (intermediate, but new to WS) (50/50) 25th better
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Old 04-27-2008, 10:31 PM
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Originally Posted by sakred
Will there be any type of timing provided? if you can borrow the transponders from the speedventures group I would definitely go. if theres no timing and no Advanced run group I don't think i will be attending. but good luck to all the noobs none the less.

Hammad
I don't personally own any timing devices, but you're more than welcome to bring your own...

Contact SV, maybe you could loan one out.
Old 04-27-2008, 10:33 PM
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Originally Posted by dvo
what time will the day start? Anybody thinking of driving up there the night before and getting a hotel room?
They open at 8AM.

I'd want everyone there by 8:15, we'll check in, and go over some rules etc, and get the (intermediate) run group on the track by 9:00am.
Old 04-29-2008, 11:24 AM
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i'm interested but I need a date to know
Old 04-29-2008, 11:28 AM
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So when is the date on this?
Old 04-29-2008, 05:02 PM
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Still waiting to hear back from a few providers... Should be finalized within a week.
Old 04-30-2008, 09:39 AM
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I'm probably in, but I need a date...(75%)
And yes, I'm a noob...my only exprience was at the Z nationals, and my car is bone stock.

BTW, can someone connect me to a tow-hitch thread...or tell how to get that done?

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Old 04-30-2008, 01:55 PM
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I'm not sure on the Z's. If you don't have a tow hitch, you just need a pre-determined tow point(s).

On the G35s, it's easy. You just take off your front plate if you have one, pop off the rectangle cover, and screw in the hitch.


Bump for update.
Old 05-01-2008, 04:11 AM
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Originally Posted by dvo
damn rich, you're gonna go now?!
yeah depends on pricing, time, etc. I may just roll up to kick it. we'll see when date gets closer.

dont get a hotel room. we're close enough. leave early morning, come back night time. it's only a couple hours away.


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