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Old Apr 6, 2006 | 06:59 PM
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Autocross this Saturday at California Speedway

Is anyone here going?

Me and Camel will be there if you want to come say hi. Maybe we could try and beat each others times, than wrestle in the car park, (aka parking lot) or something like that.

If my POS pit crew turn up maybe we can get drunk too, and not tell the officials.

Seriously, come out and race. Come out for 12 hours to race for 12 minutes. At least come say hi to me, it will be even better if I am a complete stranger to you, because maybe you will get an adrenalin rush coming up to someone you never talked to before. I won't bite. Actually Camel might. Wait no, Camel will just kick your ***. (On the track). In a good way of course. Camel likes to show off like that.

I hope my friendly challenge didnt scare you off or decide you dont wanna come out. Maybe your MINI can try to kick my MINI. That would be cool too. I love it when MINI's play. They all whiney and shiet when they do. It's funny to watch.

I have a torque wrench too. I'll probably bring it. I can show it to ya'll if you come.

Ok. So see you guys at California Speedway Saturday morning early. 7am latest if you wanna play too. If you coming to watch then turn up anytime. Just dont forget to come and say hi. Or say something silly like "Peachy has gone south for the week." Yeah, that will work too.

By the way, this is a BMWCCA Event, so if you want to play/race you need to sign up with them.

Track address is:
9300 Cherry Ave. Fontana CA 92335
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 10:17 AM
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Originally Posted by camelpilot
If my POS pit crew turn up maybe we can get drunk too, and not tell the officials.
Well, I was going to show, but now that you've insulted me, I might as well stay home. Ungrateful SOB.

 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 10:32 AM
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Looking at the classing the rear swaybar throws you into the 4-cylinder modified class with the unlimited r-compound cars.
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 10:47 AM
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Originally Posted by DiD
Looking at the classing the rear swaybar throws you into the 4-cylinder modified class with the unlimited r-compound cars.
Really? Thats ok if that is the case.

Usually BMWCCA put all the MINI Cooper S's in 1 class, and the Coopers in another, regardless of mods.

It's a nice free for all. Or Orgy, depending on how you look at it.
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 10:49 AM
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Anybody have a link?
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 10:56 AM
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BMWCCA LA Autocross info.doc
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 10:56 AM
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Originally Posted by supergimp
Well, I was going to show, but now that you've insulted me, I might as well stay home. Ungrateful SOB.

Awww man cmon. I'll show you Camel's Toe!!
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 10:57 AM
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ANother link:

http://www.bmwclubla.org/haus.shtml
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by camelpilot
Usually BMWCCA put all the MINI Cooper S's in 1 class, and the Coopers in another, regardless of mods.
Looks like I need to re-up my BMWCCA status. I'm strongly considering coming out tomorrow for this.
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 11:39 AM
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Originally Posted by DiD
Looks like I need to re-up my BMWCCA status. I'm strongly considering coming out tomorrow for this.
Do it Dave. Do it. Just Do it. Dave you can Do it. DO it. Do it Dave. Cmon Damn. Do it.

(But make sure you look at the time it takes to get to the track AFTER you decide you're going. heh. )
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 11:50 AM
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Originally Posted by camelpilot
Do it Dave. Do it. Just Do it. Dave you can Do it. DO it. Do it Dave. Cmon Damn. Do it.
As of 5 minutes ago, my BMWCCA membership is current again.

Originally Posted by camelpilot
(But make sure you look at the time it takes to get to the track AFTER you decide you're going. heh. )
Unfortunately I already looked at that.

6 AM gates open
7 AM registration

I suppose a 5:30 AM departure from the Westside is in order.
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 01:12 PM
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Woohooo.

Do not forget to bring your EMAIL CONFIRMATION.

See you there man, very looking forward to it.

And helmet! Dont forget Helmet!
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 01:38 PM
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My list so far:
  • email confirmation
  • helmet
  • sunscreen and a hat
  • jacket
  • drinks
  • remove spare tire, mats, and other misc stuff
It's been far too long (2 years) since i last autocrossed. It'll be good to do it again.
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 01:57 PM
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I was just reading through the rules. It says NO course walking prior to the event and there is only ONE timed run for trophies :impatient the rest are all practice.
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 02:18 PM
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Originally Posted by DiD
I was just reading through the rules. It says NO course walking prior to the event and there is only ONE timed run for trophies :impatient the rest are all practice.
Yep.

The trick though, is to get a rides with as many instructors as you can in THEIR cars. Beats walking.

(And dont let any of them drive your car if you can help it. Hate it when they try to do that.)
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by supergimp
Well, I was going to show, but now that you've insulted me, I might as well stay home. Ungrateful SOB.

I had the exact OPPOSITE reaction! Given the oh so eloquent invitation extended by camelpilot, I really wish I could join in on the fun (at least the drinking, biting, *** kicking, and showing of the "tools").
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 04:00 PM
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I'm going to be in SoCal tomorrow, I will try and come by. To far to get there intime to compete though.
 
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 04:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Scooby03
I'm going to be in SoCal tomorrow, I will try and come by. To far to get there intime to compete though.
DO it Scooby!

If you come, bring Scooby Snax! Jk.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2006 | 08:02 PM
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I have to say that after all of us just getting home from this Killer all day event... it really says something that both CamelPilot, and DID are also online with me, on NAM at this moment in time...

We are MINI addicts that's for sure!!

Thanks soo much for posting the info CamelPilot, and the helmet usage....etc...

What a blast !
 
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Old Apr 8, 2006 | 08:16 PM
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I wanted to come by and route you guys on, but didn't make it.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2006 | 08:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Scooby03
I wanted to come by and route you guys on, but didn't make it.
Aw Brad, I wish I had seen this sooner. We could've hooked up for a beer.

-Juan
 
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Old Apr 8, 2006 | 10:49 PM
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Originally Posted by blacknblue
Aw Brad, I wish I had seen this sooner. We could've hooked up for a beer.

-Juan
If I would of had more notice, I would have sent you a pm.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2006 | 10:55 PM
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I had a great time today and it was nice to see a good MINI turnout (especially considering Charlie and I both just paid out BMWCCA dues yesterday).
 
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Old Apr 8, 2006 | 11:11 PM
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Originally Posted by DiD
I had a great time today and it was nice to see a good MINI turnout (especially considering Charlie and I both just paid out BMWCCA dues yesterday).
Wish I could have made it. Would have liked to meet you guys. Didn't meet you at AMVIV, atleast I don't think so.

Its hard to watch and not compete though.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2006 | 11:53 PM
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Glad you guys had a great time. Sure wished I could have gone. Instead I bowed out to meet a lady to see some property that she herself flaked on me, so I ended up doing nothing.

Did you see this??? June 18, it's even closer...
LA Chapter AutoCross
at Hollywood Park
Inglewood, CA

Also what was the makeup of MINI's to BMW's?
 
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