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Andy did ok today in qualifying and stayed clear of the "action".  It was an interesting group and they took the nascar theme a bit too much to heart.  At least 6 cars were spinning and sliding off track.  A spin in the last turn before the front straight and cars rubbing - one going backwards into the concrete barrier in front of the grandstands.  true nascar style. 

Francious does pretty well in his Ford Escort.  For a car under 2 liters the only ones in his group that turned a faster lap time were the three AC Cobras.  Francois must have the smallest motor in that group by far and was quicker than the Shelby Mustangs, etc.

I didn't see Dave or Randy.  Went by Randy's shop yesterday but he was already gone for the day.

Ran into Roger Morgan also.  He's in his motorhome at the far end of the grandstands. 

The BMW drive course is pretty dull so don't waste your time if the line is long.

There are "ship tours"  I was told that it is on the carrier that osama was on before going overboard.

Francois Castaign and his wife will be driving in the Coronado Races.

Look him up in the pits and say hello.  Some of you may have met him in Salt Lake at VOI-11.

Francois is regarded as one of the "Four Fathers" of the Dodge Viper along with Lutz, Shelby, and Gale.  He was inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame last year and was inducted into the Viper Club of America Hall of fame in 2008 for his Viper contributions, including point person on the GTS-R on the 1990's.

He drives a 1973 Chevron or 1970 Ford Escort RS and Marlies drives a 65 Alfa GTA

http://www.allpar.com/news/index.php/2010/10/francois-castaing-named-to-automotive-hall-of-fame

Marv S. Would like to attend.  Maybe go north a few miles to k-1 go karts after.    Never been there but it looks close

Hate to hear about this. Good news that he is "ok".  Now we've got to help him find another Viper

Street cars with tow hooks and roll hoops, several with DOT tires that have treadwear ratings of 100 or less - Toyos - Kumhos - members with their own kart gear.   

There were some intense people at this event.  I was thinking I should have brought Randy Begin with me to watch my back.

The intensity didn't mean people taking it too seriously though.  Smiles and laughs were everywhere from veteran members to new members.  That's what makes an event like this so much fun.

Many thanks again to Dan & Cathy.  The fun events in this Region just keep coming.

Always great to meet up with So Cal friends whether local events & when in AZ for Barrett, etc.

All our best to Carol for a quick and complete recovery.

Marv S.

I was out there a bit today.  Great temps - Windy -  bring sunscreen.   

Pettty (SRT Experience) had a new color with them - an '08 Viper Red Metallic along with some other SRT line (SRT-8, SRT-6, SRT Jeep) and the new SRT Caliber.

They have a large "auto-x " area set up with cones but it is very, very  tightly set up.  They take people for a ride through in the above vehicles and have a Score Board to keep track of the Best lap time by each vehicle type.

Somehow....The club has to convince them to allow members to DRIVE a few laps.    8)

[Marv S. driving over tonight. If available, please hold out 2 tickets and put me on the list for "Parade " laps. Thanks!]

Marv S. driving over tonight. 

If available, please hold out 2 tickets and put me on the list for "Parade " laps.  Thanks!

Reminder: New Entrance
For your convenience


This year there will be a new entrance at Naval Base, North Island to help the flow of traffic run more smoothly. This main entrance is at the corner of 3rd street and Alameda Blvd. There will be a visitor center and a parking lot to the left of the main gate. Because this new gate is wider, there will not be as much traffic as in previous years getting into the Speed Festival. Last year's entrance will now be the exit way.