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05-22-2016, 07:38 AM | #1 |
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First AutoCross Race in the Mach 1
So I found a local SCCA club here in Peoria Illinois that I decided to join because they had an event out in Mossville Illinois in the Caterpillar parking lot...
There were a total of 49 cars that showed up. Several Z06's, 350z's, and even a dodge viper...I was in heat 2 so I worked corner 2 of the track the first half of the day and seeing these cars speed by me literally 25 feet away was very awe inspiring. After lunch I got my car prepped and headed over to the grid. NERVOUS AS HELL!!!! I had a total of 7 runs for the day, unfortunately due to user error on my part, I did not make sure my dash cam was fully charged so I only got my first run recorded. Click Here for Video!!! My first and worst run was 66.8 seconds. I improved each run except for my 4th run when I got cocky in turn 2 and braked a little late and smoked a cone. I still ran a 63.2 that run so even with the 2 second penalty I was quicker than my slowest time. My final and best run was a 60.685, so I improved on the track by about 6.2 seconds, which I am totally happy with. This was my first time ever legally racing/pushing the car to its limits and I had a wonderful time!!! Already trying to plan the next event...lol |
05-25-2016, 06:56 PM | #2 |
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Re: First AutoCross Race in the Mach 1
Looks like you need some stickier tires. Also consider a set of Hawk HP+ pads for better braking. If you want less brake dust you can go with the HPS pads. While they don't stop as good as the HP+ pads they do generate quite a bit less dust. After riding in nekasrof's car a few times, I decided to go with the 2000 Cobra R front brake setup for even more braking power. Also consider weld in full length sub-frame connectors if you don't already have them. Avoid changing gears in the rear as that bumps you into the Street Mod class which you will need quite a bit more work to compete in that class.
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05-29-2016, 09:47 PM | #3 | |
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Re: First AutoCross Race in the Mach 1
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The class that I have been put in is the CAM (Classic American Muscle) class due to most of the suspension work and the fact that I do have 4.10's in it. I am racing up in Moline Illinois on June 19th and while it will be a different course, I think I will be worlds better this time around just because I will have a better understanding on how to approach the course from the start!!! |
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05-29-2016, 10:01 PM | #4 |
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Re: First AutoCross Race in the Mach 1
ok, if that was my first time I would be nervous too.Having said that , that looks fun as Hell!! I wish they had something like that down here. Looks to me like you did a great job , just keep that camera charged,lol. Loved the video.
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05-31-2016, 10:27 AM | #5 | |
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Re: First AutoCross Race in the Mach 1
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I ran 7 runs that day and my final run was 60.685 seconds, so once my nerves calmed down and I learned the course better, I did shave 6 seconds of that run in the video... There is another event in Moline illinois (about 1.5 hours from me) that I am going to go to on June 19th...so I will totally make sure the camera is fully charged and ready to go for that one. AND YES, it was fun as HELL!!! Nothing like being able to push your car to the max in a legal and safe environment. |
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05-31-2016, 03:08 PM | #6 |
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Re: First AutoCross Race in the Mach 1
Nice man!! My races are usually in the low 11 second time! Ha!
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06-01-2016, 11:12 AM | #7 |
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Re: First AutoCross Race in the Mach 1
A couple years ago I was working in Theodore and found some SCCA Autocrosses out on highway 90 at "Sunny South Raceway" near Grand Bay.
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06-01-2016, 07:48 PM | #8 |
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Re: First AutoCross Race in the Mach 1
Thanks , Ill have to check on that ! I talked to a friend at work about this post and he has been in a few in this area. He also told me I wont be very competitive with the type of cars ill be facing but who cares , looks like a blast !!
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