Norcal Track Attack AutoX July 15th

[ActiveMonkey]

Altamont Time Attack autoX

BigGuySmallCar over at NorCalSRT-4.com is hosting this event and i wanted to post it for Audi's that are interested. If there are any questions, please direct them to BigGuySmallCar on NorCalSRT-4.com or post it here and i'll try and ask him.

http://www.norcalsrt-4.com/phpBB2/viewforum.php?f=32

All Day Event!

WHEN:
July 15th. Gates open 9am. Will wrap up about 7pm

WHERE:
Altamont Motorsports Park http://www.altamontmotorsportspark.com/
About 20 minutes from Pleasanton or 10 minutes from Tracy .
This is a real track with minimal cones. Not a parking lot!

HOW MUCH:
Total cost for all day is $80. This covers the Driver & the car. Extra persons are $20 ea.

DETAILS:
This is an all day event.. Lots of run time with at least 2 different track configurations.
All varieties of cars are welcome & beginners to experts expected.
Great fun for a first timer & challenging enough for a veteran.
This is a private event hosted by the people for the people.
There will be multiple run groups small enough to get you a couple laps per series.
You will also be asked to work in the safety area for a group to help pick up a knock over cones

We will have a timing system to measure your lap to the 1000th of a second. Times will be posted after each run group.

WHY?:
If anyone has ever wanted to have fun without worrying about the law & really see what your car can do, this is the event for you. Come on out & have fun. Bring a friend to see who really is the better driver.

WHAT IS IT LIKE?:
Here is a pic of the track. Imagine the gazillion track options. Also a couple videos for you to enjoy.
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a133/srt4geezer/AltamontRaceway.jpg

http://s111.photobucket.com/albums/n131/ActiveMonkey/?action=view&current=Movie.flv

http://videos.streetfire.net/video/acd03cd2-8b62-4ea7-826c-994401881652.htm

WHAT TO BRING:
Need your own helmet. DOT approved. It can be a full face motorcycle helmet (no harley skull cap type).
You will also need closed toe shoes.

If you have a question that requires immediate attention, please feel free to call BigGuySmallCar from NorCalSrt-4 209-204-3917 (cell)

Audi Guys:
1. ActiveMonkey
2. Daddy Mo
3. euroIP
4. RON8818
5. damnthemansam (maybe)
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[speedydragon]

no scca license or w/e?

[ActiveMonkey]

nope. Private track rental.

[SeKKeY]

how many runs do you think you will get?

[ActiveMonkey]

If you are there the entire time... i'd guess about 8-10 sessions, 2 runs per session, so i guess would be 16-20 runs on the track.

[speedydragon]

don't wanna embarrass myself now :\

[ActiveMonkey]

honestly it was mu first time and i did pretty well. The only guy i think that spun out was a crazy 911 or something.

[Audiboy]

Sounds like fun! But there's a regular SCCA AutoX setup for that day, so a bunch of us regular autoX'ers may be at an SCCA event instead. If this happens again, I'd like to try it out.

[Daddy MO]

Nick, count me in for that!!!

Ill check w/ some Bimmer buddies to see if they wanna roll out. Can they?

[ActiveMonkey]

Heck yea. Everyone is welcome to join in.

[MattboyR32]

I might come and watch first me thinks. :) Let me think about getting on the track. :)

[Daddy MO]

I might come and watch first me thinks. :) Let me think about getting on the track. :)

You'll be fine on the track. If you need tips or help let me know.

[mnkyA4]

hmm i might be interested

[MattboyR32]

Mo, I have raced on tracks before in Europe (including Nurburgring and A1 Ring :) ), so no probs there. However, have never done an autocross before so want to check it out before having a go. Am afraid I might get so freakin confused and go the wrong way. But very keen to have a go. :)

[ActiveMonkey]

Haha, last time a few people did go the wrong way. It was kinda funny...

[speedydragon]

I might come and watch first me thinks. :) Let me think about getting on the track. :)

i'll be on the sidelines wiht you lol

[MattboyR32]

looking at the video I was trying to look at which way to go next and I was getting it all wrong. hahaha

[ActiveMonkey]

Before every session, Every group will run through the course twice to allow drivers to somewhat learn the course.

[EuroIP]

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[EuroIP]

never done auto x before is that okey???
where do i get sign up???

Paul... lol

[Daddy MO]

The setup looks like a cake walk compared to a traditional autocross lay out. Nick, did you ever hit 3rd?

[ActiveMonkey]

on the long banked right turn i should have gone into 3rd, but my 3rd gear syncro was being bitchy so i was high revving in 2nd.

[ActiveMonkey]

never done auto x before is that okey???
where do i get sign up???

Paul... lol

I posted your names on the SRT forum, but basically you just show up at 9, pay, and you're set.

[speedydragon]

looking at the video I was trying to look at which way to go next and I was getting it all wrong. hahaha

Lol..that happened to me when i was watching vids a while back! Mo and kievsky just told me that, the people at the auto-x event will make you walk the course. So, i'm guessing we have to memorize all the turns :|

[ron8818]

uhmmm... looks like I might join you guys. Since im quiting my job, I have time

ADD me to the list

(RON8818)

[damnthemansam]

i might very down for this.. very down. but i have to get chipped first, hopefully next week

[ActiveMonkey]

EuroIP, what car will you be bringing if you do go?

[Daddy MO]

EuroIP, what car will you be bringing if you do go?

Holy damn... I didnt see his stable till you mentioned this[eek] This dude loves AWD cars and AWHP [:D]

Also good to see a drag racer wanting to do something other than going straight [up]

[EuroIP]

i thinking about my evo 9
but that car has too much lag full spool 58k... is that good for auto X lol
i might bring down the subaru that i just got

Paul[up]




EuroIP, what car will you be bringing if you do go?

[Daddy MO]

i thinking about my evo 9
but that car has too much lag full spool 58k... is that good for auto X lol
i might bring down the subaru that i just got

Paul[up]

Bring the car w/ the most torque. Autocross your typically in high 2nd or just barely in 3rd. Your also either full throttle or full brake but w/ AWD I have learned that you need to trail brake alot to get the rear end around. Trailbraking is gas brake at the same time. Basically left foot braking.

Your rides should have anough power to create rotation with the throttle and thats what im used to in an RWD car.

My Audi is waay to slow to run it my way =)

[EuroIP]

lol i was thinking bring my 240sx(drift is fun)
thanks for the tip


Bring the car w/ the most torque. Autocross your typically in high 2nd or just barely in 3rd. Your also either full throttle or full brake but w/ AWD I have learned that you need to trail brake alot to get the rear end around. Trailbraking is gas brake at the same time. Basically left foot braking.

Your rides should have anough power to create rotation with the throttle and thats what im used to in an RWD car.

My Audi is waay to slow to run it my way =)

[Daddy MO]

lol i was thinking bring my 240sx(drift is fun)
thanks for the tip

Damn dude, you have all the toys[up] If you want to put on a show, go for it. However, its not the fastest way around the track but it is fun and looks good[up]

Really though, any of your cars are worthy to bring out and im sure will be turning some heads.[up]

Ill be the #30 Avant so holler at me!

[rbt]

Altamont Raceway is all about avoiding the Grim Reaper, yo!!! he's patrolling the apexes waiting to collect the drifters!

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y215/rbte/24hLeMons/2007-07-06019.jpg


X-post to 24 Hours of LeMons updates, more pics, on AW:
http://forums.audiworld.com/norcal/msgs/56464.phtml


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[ActiveMonkey]

Coming up in just a few days!

[Daddy MO]

Coming up in just a few days!

Yeah, and I just bent a rim yesterday!!!

Should be fixed in time though!

[ActiveMonkey]

Ouch, how'd you do that? pot hole?

[ron8818]

I cant go anymore guys, [:(]

My boss called me up for work, and I can't call in sick.[confused]

[Daddy MO]

Ouch, how'd you do that? pot hole?

Hell if I know. Happened on the San Mateo Bridge I think.

[MattboyR32]

I probably won't get there till about lunch time.

see you guys there.

[speedydragon]

I cant go anymore guys, [:(]

My boss called me up for work, and I can't call in sick.[confused]

I thought you quit your job? anyways i aint gonna make it.....too far out :]

[Daddy MO]

I got the rim back but for some reason I found a leak on my LR tire that needs to be filled once a day (not a biggie) but my ordeal is now this, I am going to be all the way in Santa Rosa this weekend playing golf. I have to see if the wifey can drive seperately so that I can take off early in the morning.

I will most likely make it happen but it will be tough!

[EuroIP]

i'll c you all tomorrow

[ActiveMonkey]

damn straight. I'm getting ready to leave and i'll be there ~9am. I'm in the Pearl B5 A4.

[ActiveMonkey]

EuroIP has a damn nice WRX. Makes me think that if a dear should just to happen to jump in front of me, i might have to go that route. Probably could have been faster if i wasn't slipping out of the seat, but good enough post the 2nd fasted time of the day!

Damn nice car man!

[Daddy MO]

Nice job Nick. Sorry I flaked out but my LR tire wouldnt hold air. I was also playing Golf in Santa Rosa this weekend.

Got videos???

[EuroIP]

lol glad u love the car..... it was really fun today...
i'll post up the pix asap
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EuroIP has a damn nice WRX. Makes me think that if a dear should just to happen to jump in front of me, i might have to go that route. Probably could have been faster if i wasn't slipping out of the seat, but good enough post the 2nd fasted time of the day!

Damn nice car man!