DRIVE Buttonwillow with Speed Ventures Dec 18, 19

ViperX · October 26, 2011, 06:19:15 PM

Hey Gang,

Title says it all.

WEATHER PERMITTING, a group of us are planning to drive Buttonwillow, Race configuration #13 clockwise, with Speed Ventures this weekend. This is a Sunday/Monday event.

As you know, Buttonwillow is a great track for everyone from beginners to advanced drivers.

Go to: www.SpeedVentures.com for more info.

More info to follow.

See you at the track,

Dan <2

EXHLR8N · November 05, 2011, 05:14:56 PM

Hey Dan - I was thinking of introducing the boys (Tom and Kurt) to car racing. Does it make sense to hire an instructor for the weekend to work with them, or should I put them in a driving school like Ron Fellows?

So far, the driving schools seem very pricey, in excess of $3,000 each.

What are your thoughts? Thanks.

ViperX · November 07, 2011, 01:29:52 PM

Call Bob Blizzard at 858-748-0304

Redsled · November 20, 2011, 05:48:24 PM

Can also help with instruction on Sunday.

ViperX · November 21, 2011, 05:54:20 PM

Cool.

Thanks Jonathan.

Now, let's pray for good weather!

Dan

ViperX · December 13, 2011, 01:02:10 PM

Weather looks sunny during the day, cool and clear at night.

Bob Blizzard just signed up.

Cathy and I just reserved a garage.

See you at the track,

Dan <2

1HOTACR · December 13, 2011, 08:23:15 PM

I'm thinking of showing up to "Groupie Out" on Sunday. I will request a white knuckler ride from #26.
In return I'll bring Steph's "Killer Eggnog" as parting gifts. <1

kenalker · December 13, 2011, 09:22:28 PM

I'm in if I can find some used 18" Hoosiers before then. If anyone knows of anyone getting rid of some, let me know!

ViperX · December 14, 2011, 12:47:37 PM

Ken,

Did you decide on 335 x 30 x 18 or 345 x 35 x 18 rears?

I have some used 345 x 35 x 18 Hoosier R6s, but they are a bit tall for a GTS.

Let me know.

There is a tire mounting shop at BW and I can bring a couple of used rears for you, say $50 per tire?

Dan <2

kenalker · December 15, 2011, 12:20:52 PM

Quote from: ViperX on December 14, 2011, 12:47:37 PM
Ken,

Did you decide on 335 x 30 x 18 or 345 x 35 x 18 rears?

I have some used 345 x 35 x 18 Hoosier R6s, but they are a bit tall for a GTS.

Thank you Dan! I just happened to be speaking with Tim Jelli yesterday about brakes and it turned out he had a pair of barely used 335x30x18's sitting around (and 315x30x18's) he wanted to sell. He was able to ship them yesterday, so as long as they show up tomorrow, as scheduled, I'm golden.

I signed up today. I hope some more people can come out and play! Aaron says there will only be a handful Monday.

ViperX · December 15, 2011, 01:19:55 PM

Ken,

Glad to hear that.

Monday should be a blast as the track will be very open.

See you at the track,

Dan

Rocketman · December 15, 2011, 06:25:26 PM

Finally signed up yesterday and looking forward to it !

Jim

SSSSE YA · December 16, 2011, 06:57:34 AM

Quote from: 1HOTV10 on December 13, 2011, 08:23:15 PM
I'm thinking of showing up to "Groupie Out" on Sunday. I will request a white knuckler ride from #26.
In return I'll bring Steph's "Killer Eggnog" as parting gifts. <1

"Killer Eggnog" is an understatement, put some in the Voodoo and you will beat the track record.

=8

Redsled · December 16, 2011, 12:36:03 PM

registered for Sunday. Dan did you get a garage?

ViperX · December 16, 2011, 06:41:08 PM

Jonathan and others,

Yes, I rented garage 8 which is the far end unit.

We'll be getting in late Saturday night and will hopefully be able to unload the car.

Look for the graphite trailer with Viper on the sides and back.

Looking forward to driving with you guys.

See you at the track,

Dan