Dec. 2 NASA-X registration is open

[Native]

We're in St. Pete this time - all you locals come on out.

NASA Event Registration (http://www.nasaproracing.com/nasa_event/list_events)

scroll to the bottom - Florida Autocross region

[Alizarin]

Bump to the top! Come on out for a good time of auto-x awesomeness.

[pullg]

...and lunch. Don't forget lunch. :)

[Loren]

Worthy of note: This event is at SPC, so pre-registration is NOT required. We do have a 60-car limit, though. So, be sure you're there by around 8:30 if you're not pre-registered. (and by 9:00 if you are!)

[CurbJacker]

hmmm seems like fun ive never done auto x ill prob do this...

[Native]

Yeah, Curbjacker, come on down!

Being a first-timer can be a little intimdating for some, but it's a piece of cake. We can pair you up with someone with some experience to walk the course, while you take your turn working the course, and we can arrange a ride along for a few runs so you can get a few pointers, if you'd like.

If you have any specific questions before hand, feel free to post 'em here.

[TorqueInteractive]

Just registered online. So I have to be there by 9:00 a.m.? Is that correct?

What time do your events normally end?

[Loren]

Registration closes around 9:30, so don't be late. We usually try to have a driver's meeting around 10:00 and get things rolling by 10:30. Depending on how many people show up, we'll get done anywhere between 2:30 and 4:30.

[TorqueInteractive]

Thanks Loren. See you there.

[jlude90]

SPC!!
sweet, i'll have to get back out, probably just to spectate but thats a good picture taking course

[CurbJacker]

Yeah, Curbjacker, come on down!

Being a first-timer can be a little intimdating for some, but it's a piece of cake. We can pair you up with someone with some experience to walk the course, while you take your turn working the course, and we can arrange a ride along for a few runs so you can get a few pointers, if you'd like.

If you have any specific questions before hand, feel free to post 'em here.


I do have 1 question. i have a Welded differential. is that ok to use in AutoX? or should i toss in my Open diff?

[Loren]

I do have 1 question. i have a Welded differential. is that ok to use in AutoX? or should i toss in my Open diff?

I think the turns in autox are usually too tight for a welded diff, and I have heard of them breaking their welds in that environment. Also, SPC is sealed asphalt. Pretty slick stuff. I expect a welded diff would probably slide all over the place trying to turn on that surface.

So... yeah, if you have another diff you can put in, that might be wise.

[Rosko]

I just emailed Mr Rasp to get registered for this one. I'm looking forward to seeing what the autocrosses in St Pete are like. I've never been to one. Is the surface as slick as Zephyrhills?

[Loren]

It's slick in a different way. ZHills is powdery, kinda sandy. Really strange surface. SPC is just really smooth sealed asphalt. Probably not as slick as ZHills... unless it rains.

[treekiller]

hey loren since we are in there, do you have the hook up for The homestead miami event. perhaps we should go there too!

[Loren]

hey loren since we are in there, do you have the hook up for The homestead miami event. perhaps we should go there too!
I'm a NASA member, that's about the only hookup I have! I've not been to a NASA track event because my car doesn't meet their safety standards. (the roll bar isn't up to spec)

[Spin Out]

Hey Rosko,
Good to see I won't be the only first timer at this site.
That's quite a drive for you.
Not much going on in December, so I signed up for it.
I'm a little unhappy to hear it is slippery,
but they say it's good to get experiance on all types of surfaces.

[Muddy]

You should get plenty of opportunities to spin out!!! :D

I feel you pain, though. I will be there on street tires, displaying my mad drift skillz, since my race tires are corded. :)

[AScoda]

It's really not slippery, just not quite as grippy as the concrete at the airport.

[Native]

+1

[chi town brat]

Hey Rosko,
Good to see I won't be the only first timer at this site.
That's quite a drive for you.
Not much going on in December, so I signed up for it.
I'm a little unhappy to hear it is slippery,
but they say it's good to get experiance on all types of surfaces.

its nothing like zhills so you'll be good to go :lol:

[Alizarin]

You should get plenty of opportunities to spin out!!! :D

I feel you pain, though. I will be there on street tires, displaying my mad drift skillz, since my race tires are corded. :)
I have a chance of beating Brian! :lol:

[jlude90]

i'll have me and another third gen out to spectate, possibly more preludes comin, but theyre bums, so i'll see y'all out there

[pullg]

What is this spectating nonsense...run 'em. I haven't seen a Prelude on the grid at a Sunriders/NASA event since I retired my 4th gen. I'll be happy to help anyone set up their cars.

[jlude90]

haha, if you want to pay for me to run and buy me a new trans if mine goes out sure, why not

and she just finished building her engine, and actually it isn't running yet, so it probably won't be out, but its a good picture takin course

[CadetLD]

A W S O M E !

I dont know if I should bring the new coupe or my hatch. I know my dad is going to bring the stang if we go tho. :crack:

- Shane

[Alizarin]

A W S O M E !

I dont know if I should bring the new coupe or my hatch. I know my dad is going to bring the stang if we go tho. :crack:

- Shane
Not "if"... when you go! ;)

Should be a fun course, I'm looking forward to it!

[CadetLD]

Hehe okay, okay, WHEN I go, I still duno if I should..

A) bring the hatch (CA18, crap suspention, and iffy IC pipes)
:mullet:

or

B) bring the coupe ( KA w/ slushbox, BUT awsome breaks and suspention):crack:


-Shane

[w0rd]

slushbox
Not that one.

[Native]

Well, we had a great day! 7 runs, nice weather, good fun.

But, man, I forgot how slick SPC is compared to Brooksville - I'm gonna have to take back my "+1" from earlier in the thread. It takes a smooth throttle and much slower in turns to get through quickly - still, a great site, and no complaints.

[iamboon]

second auto-x event... great people great event! The Legacy will be back!

[Native]

yeah, it was great meeting you - and I DO like that Legacy of yours. You've done some nice work on it. When my time comes, I'm gonna be taking a hard look at one of those...
See you Jan. 13th!

[Spin Out]

It was my first time there and I had a good time,
but boy oh boy was it slippery.
The first time my boost hit, the back end kicked out and surprised the heck out of me.
Another driver mentioned, and I agree, that it makes you appreciate Brooksville.
It's good to mix it up though. I'll go again.

[BeQuietAndDrive]

Missed another one..I keep forgetting to take off work in advance for these things.

The xA will return one of these days,haha.

[jlude90]

did you race with me one time?

i think you did you beat me ya bastard

[Alizarin]

Missed another one..I keep forgetting to take off work in advance for these things.

The xA will return one of these days,haha.
Well, Jan 13 is the next one... again at SPC. Should be enough advance warning! ;)

[Loren]

If anyone got any shots of the orange Sentra Spec V, I need some for our One Lap team website. Lemme know. Thanks!

Oh, and that Legacy is too cool!

[SpoofRocket]

wow sounds like it was a blast. im very interested ive never done anything like this before and thinking about coming to the jan 18th autocross.

-weston

[jlude90]

http://photos-356.facebook.com/ip002/v45/12/113/5019868/n5019868_32161356_6125.jpg
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http://photos-463.facebook.com/ip002/v45/12/113/5019868/n5019868_32161463_8943.jpg
lemme know if you want any in full 7.1MP

and if anyone else wantss pics let me know, i didn't get the last run group, i got most from the second and a few form the first

[Loren]

Yeah, zip 'em and email them to me, or tell me where to d/l them from. Thanks!

[AznFreFghter]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v732/frontplayer/nasa/ser27percent.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v732/frontplayer/nasa/ser25percent.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v732/frontplayer/nasa/ser20percent.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v732/frontplayer/nasa/2.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v732/frontplayer/nasa/1.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v732/frontplayer/nasa/DSC07101.jpg

i have the full versions as well....let me know you email and i'll send them to ya if your interested

[CurbJacker]

sadly i didnt get to attend... i had 2 tickets i had to pay 300 bucks =[ all paid off so thats a plus... but january 13 count me in for sure if there is a link to prepay id like the link so i can go ahead and reserve spot... mabey santa will bring me some sway bars for chistmas lol...or hell even my birthday lol i hate being born on dec 22nd.... but yes deff count me in im taking my welded diff out prolly 1 week advance before event...

[Loren]

i have the full versions as well....let me know you email and i'll send them to ya if your interested

Great pix, my man! Definitely send me the hi-res. loren@invisiblesun.org

[Native]

curbjacker, bequietanddrive -

just keep an eye on the board here, and we'll definitely post a link when reg. opens for Jan 13th. Of course, as has been said, at SPC you can just show up, but be early...

the rest of the schedule for '07 is on the schedule sticky here, so mark your calendars, save your dimes and call in sick if you have to! :lol:

[Native]

AznFreFghter, those shots you got were great! I saw several on one of the other forums, too - nice work!

[AznFreFghter]

Native: thanks!! lol..that was my first time shooting an autocross event...but i just got a website up with some of the pics from this event...

MAGIX | Welcome! (http://www.quang-vu.magix.net)

i only have a few up on the site...i've been busy with school and all..but i should have time this week to finish up the rest of them...let me know if you guys want a specific car..just let me know what it is..and what number you were...

if you guys could take a look at the pics..i would like some feedback on them...maybe some pointers or what not..i'll try to make it out to the next meet and do some more.

[iamboon]

yeah, it was great meeting you - and I DO like that Legacy of yours. You've done some nice work on it. When my time comes, I'm gonna be taking a hard look at one of those...
See you Jan. 13th!

Added to my calendar - thanks!

[BeQuietAndDrive]

did you race with me one time?

i think you did you beat me ya bastard

I think you are referring to me?

I did do an event once, and I remember you being there. It was down at SPC, I think back earlier this year. I distictly remember you because you were one of the only other "younger guys" (I'm 20) out there with me.

I tend to surprise some people with what I can do with this car,haha. I still have so much to learn though.just wish I had more time/money for events. Mostly time,though.

Next time I'm out there and you see me, come over and say hi. my name is geno.

[Loren]

Autox photog tips:
(I think you're doing some of this already, these are just general tips)

Capture action. If there is no action (body roll, front wheels turned, cones flying, tires smoking, SOMETHING), then you might as well be taking photos of a car show.

Focus, zoom and frame. Blurry photos suck, and you need to be zoomed in enough to see the car clearly. But, you usually still need to capture some background... rows of cones, apex cones with pointers, something to give those who know what they're looking at some visual reference as to what's going on in the shot. (eye candy for those who don't know what they're looking at)

You can catch action in people's faces, too. Watch for newb drivers and especially newb ride-alongs, sometimes their expressions are priceless. And a lot of drivers get "race face" (akin to "rock & roll face" that guitarists get, but not as bad as "bitter beer face"), it can make for some good photos, too.

To get the really good shots, you have to take a lot of crap. I never have had the patience to do this... but, snap, snap, snap. Most of what you get will be crap... though I've seen really good photographers who's "crap" is still better than the average person's "good" photos just because it's clearly focused and well-framed.

Obviously, these are non-technical tips. I'm not a photographer, just a guy who's been around autox for a while and seen a lot of good and bad photography.

[AznFreFghter]

lol thanks man...like i said..it was my first auto-x stuff...so just checking...btw i'll try and get those pics to ya tomorrow...have a final tomorrow morning..but after that i should be good

[Muddy]

I have a few good pics of my car that I have posted here:

Mazda-Speed.com :: Untitled (http://www.mazda-speed.com/gallery/BrianMSM)

Of course, I did not take any of the autox pics, since I was driving. :D Also, at least one of the pics has my "race face". :p

[treekiller]

Great pictures