Motor State Challenge is HOT! 75 plus cars and counting

[Steve Chryssos]

Boys and girls. The Second Annual Motor State Challenge is just around the corner. Car counts are coming into focus:

CAR COUNTS:
BBQ/Cruise - June 18th: 75 Cars and counting have signed up for the BBQ/Cruise with more than 130 to 150 fellow pro touring gearheads expected. The Motor State people go so far as to have Fire trucks and police cars close off streets and direct traffic. So the cruise is more like a parade with emergency lights flashing and V8's rumbling.

Road Course - June 19th: Track Day at Gingerman Raceway has 60-65 participants PLUS 8-10 vendor entries.

Autocross - June 20th: Sunday's Autocross already has 50-55 cars signed up plus 8-10 vendor entries.

The Motor State Challenge is affordable and offers seemingly unlimited track time. If you are a spectator, expect to witness nothing less than the most amazing pro touring cars getting thrashed mercilessly all day and all weekend long.

There will be Time Trial competition consisting of lowest combined lap times from the Road Course Quick 16 plus the Sunday Autocross. All participants must complete the cruise and run on minimum 200 treadwear tires. Timing and Scoring as well as Safety scrutineering will be handled by the South Bend Region of the SCCA.

It does not matter if your car is done. Come on out and spectate or catch a ride on one of the cars.

It does not matter where you live. Participants will come from as far as Maine, Florida, and California.

It does not matter if you have 200 treadwear tires. Motor State has agreed to make special, separate "Exhibition" trophies just for the sub 200 TW entrants. You do not need to run out and buy tires.

Everyone is welcome to enjoy or participate in the 2nd Annual Motor State Challenge. Dates are June 18, 19, 20. Keep a lookout here for more details and updates.

We look forward to seeing you out there.
/Steve

[BuddyP]

I plan on being a spectator on Saturday the 19th. Can't wait!

[Steve1968LS2]

Nick and I will be there covering the event and looking for feature cars.. so bring out your sweet Camaros!!!

we can be bribed with beer.. just sayin'

[Payton King]

Do I need a mounted fire ext in the car?

[dropit69]

Do I need a mounted fire ext in the car?
you didnt have to last year Payton..not sure about this year but same group doing inspections so i doubt it..but is a good idea..lol

[Payton King]

Not to get off track but will you be there with Penny? Get the cam sensor problem sorted?

[Steve1968LS2]

Not to get off track but will you be there with Penny? Get the cam sensor problem sorted?

Nope.. Penny is currently in the process of getting some sexy new equipment...

P _ N _ _ _

[BuddyP]

Nick and I will be there covering the event and looking for feature cars.. so bring out your sweet Camaros!!!

we can be bribed with beer.. just sayin'

Ok! Mine is just 2 hrs away in the garage in peices LOL! Under construction section right? :-O Da beer is in da fridge!

I'll have to hunt you down saturday and say hi.

[Steve Chryssos]

Do I need a mounted fire ext in the car?

Negative. And if you mount one anyway, it had better be hard mounted.
/S

[jon72vega]

I'll be at Gingerman on Saturday to watch you guys.

[Steve Chryssos]

Glad to hear that you guys are coming out to watch. Hopefully you will get to ride in some cool cars.

Here is the TENTATIVE Schedule for Saturday's Track Day:

10 cars per group-5 groups-10 minute sessions(keep brake/engine/tire temps down). All cars, all sessions are timed.
8:00-8:45 Tech
9:00 Driver's Meeting
9:30 First Car Off-2 sessions before lunch
11:30-12:30 Approximate Lunch Time
12:30-3:30-3 sessions after lunch
3:30-4:00 Tim Trial Competition

[Steve Chryssos]

.....And here are the rates for participation. Spectating is free for sure on Friday and Sunday. I need to confirm if there is a gate fee for spectators at Gingerman on Saturday.

Cruise, BBQ and T-Shirt for Friday - $25.00
Saturday Gingerman Track Day- $50.00
Sunday Autocross - $25.00
SCCA Weekend Membership $15.00

There will be tons of prizes as well as trophies in a variety of categories.

[Steve1968LS2]

Ok! Mine is just 2 hrs away in the garage in peices LOL! Under construction section right? :-O Da beer is in da fridge!

I'll have to hunt you down saturday and say hi.

How about you bring me a shiny CD full of shots you took.. :)

And a beer.. lol

[BuddyP]

How about you bring me a shiny CD full of shots you took.. :)

And a beer.. lol
Actually... I just may take you up on both of those!

[shmoov69]

Wow, I wish I had known that the MMCC was going to be sooooo cool!!! Because I would have DEFINATELY scheduled this one too!! Lol
save me a spot for next year!!

[Gitter Dun]

Somebody needs to put together the 1st Annual Golden State Challenge, sheeesh!!

[ProjectSideOiler]

Boys and girls. The Second Annual Motor State Challenge is just around the corner. Car counts are coming into focus:

CAR COUNTS:
BBQ/Cruise - June 18th: 75 Cars and counting have signed up for the BBQ/Cruise with more than 130 to 150 fellow pro touring gearheads expected. The Motor State people go so far as to have Fire trucks and police cars close off streets and direct traffic. So the cruise is more like a parade with emergency lights flashing and V8's rumbling.

Road Course - June 19th: Track Day at Gingerman Raceway has 60-65 participants PLUS 8-10 vendor entries.

Autocross - June 20th: Sunday's Autocross already has 50-55 cars signed up plus 8-10 vendor entries.

The Motor State Challenge is affordable and offers seemingly unlimited track time. If you are a spectator, expect to witness nothing less than the most amazing pro touring cars getting thrashed mercilessly all day and all weekend long.

There will be Time Trial competition consisting of lowest combined lap times from the Road Course Quick 16 plus the Sunday Autocross. All participants must complete the cruise and run on minimum 200 treadwear tires. Timing and Scoring as well as Safety scrutineering will be handled by the South Bend Region of the SCCA.

It does not matter if your car is done. Come on out and spectate or catch a ride on one of the cars.

It does not matter where you live. Participants will come from as far as Maine, Florida, and California.

It does not matter if you have 200 treadwear tires. Motor State has agreed to make special, separate "Exhibition" trophies just for the sub 200 TW entrants. You do not need to run out and buy tires.

Everyone is welcome to enjoy or participate in the 2nd Annual Motor State Challenge. Dates are June 18, 19, 20. Keep a lookout here for more details and updates.

We look forward to seeing you out there.
/Steve

So, If I have a new car with under 200 TW tires from the factory (I do, 180TW) I would only be able to run in exhibition?

[Steve Chryssos]

Everyone's welcome. Everyone runs together. Just the trophies are different.

[Payton King]

going on penny with those letters....can I buy a vowel?

can't wait to get there

[Steve1968LS2]

going on penny with those letters....can I buy a vowel?

can't wait to get there

P _ N S _ _

Would you like to buy a vowel???? lol

[Gitter Dun]

Penske shocks?

[Twentyover]

Camaro's up on stands as I've been on a road trip and just didn't get it finished. Any chance I could drive over Saturday in the DD to spectate at Gingerman?

[796spdbu]

Im glad i registered early...this is going to be a blast!

[Jim Nilsen]

Camaro's up on stands as I've been on a road trip and just didn't get it finished. Any chance I could drive over Saturday in the DD to spectate at Gingerman?

Everyone is welcome so come on out and watch and if you can get a helmet on you might get to go for a ride with someone.

[Twentyover]

everyone is welcome so come on out and watch and if you can get a helmet on you might get to go for a ride with someone.


SA 95 ok? I can bring my own

[BuddyP]

I deffinatly plan on bringin da helmet

[Bow Tie 67]

SA 95 ok? I can bring my own

I doubt it, SA2000 is good through the end of this season.

[dropit69]

they never really checked mine lat year ..and im sure it was older than that but im buying a new one this year so i dont have to worry..

[trapin]

I am coming out for sure on Saturday but am debating about whether I want to take a vacation day and come out on Friday for the cruise. Does anyone have spare room in their hotel room or want to split the cost on a room?

[Steve Chryssos]

The SA2010 standard has been delayed until October.

So we're still working on SA2005 plus two prior for autocross and track day (non wheel to wheel competition). That means SA2000 and SA95. Still, I want to get a 100% firm answer from our SCCA technical director.

Either way, your SA95 helmet can be turned upside down and used as a planter after October, so I encourage you to buy a new helmet.

If you need help picking a helmet, check out our site. Since deciphering helmet rules and featuresis a pain, we offer affordable, genuine Bell Helmets on our site that are perfect for occasional autocross and track day use.

We get a ton of questions, so we started offering helmets to make it easy for hot rodders to stay safe and legal.

TwistMachine.com Bell Helmet page (http://twistmachine.com/shopping/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=7&products_id=38)

If you purchase by Wednesday, we can hand it off to you at the Motor State Challenge and save you shipping. Just measure the diameter of your head 1" above your eyebrows.

[Steve Chryssos]

It's official. We're allowing SA95 and M95 helmets. This is the last year for 95 standard. Next year the minimum will be 2000 standard.

[Steve Chryssos]

And hey, big thanks to everyone for signing up. Lets also give a big thanks to Bill Howell for starting all of this way back in 2005 with the original Run Thru The Hills.

The 2010 Motor State Challenge is probably the largest ever pro-touring performance driving event. I hope everyone has a real big time.

[796spdbu]

It's official. We're allowing SA95 and M95 helmets. This is the last year for 95 standard. Next year the minimum will be 2000 standard.

So you are allowing motorcycle helmets?

[Steve Chryssos]

Technically, yes. I don;t like them because they do not have any fire resistance. To the contrary, if you get caught in a fire, your M helmet will go up like a toasted marshmallow on the fourth of July.

[796spdbu]

I have a bike helmet,just checkn. At Face Off we couldnt use them. I ordered a new simpson Bandit but not sure it will be here before I leave. Just wanted to make sure I was covered..

[YancyJohns]

Lane Automotive also sells helmets. I purchased mine last year from them. This would be a good way to support Lane Automotive for putting on such a great event.

[796spdbu]

Good call Yancy!
MAybe Ill see if they have another Bandit in a large.Then I can have 2 helmets incase someone else needs an extra.

[Jim Nilsen]

I am coming out for sure on Saturday but am debating about whether I want to take a vacation day and come out on Friday for the cruise. Does anyone have spare room in their hotel room or want to split the cost on a room?

You have a PM.

[cmraman]

Nick and I will be there covering the event and looking for feature cars.. so bring out your sweet Camaros!!!

we can be bribed with beer.. just sayin'

I'm helping too... :-)

[Steve1968LS2]

I'm helping too... :-)

If we can pry you out of your car.. lol

[MrQuick]

P _ N S _ _

Would you like to buy a vowel???? lol
we need a set too....i just hope they are affordable....can I buy an e?

[Gitter Dun]

Global West is testing the Penske's on a '65 Chevelle that will be entered in the Spectre 341 Challenge. Should be interesting.

[jeff s]

We're driving 3 cars to the event and running them all.

[SVTforme]

No cars this year.. but we'll be making the trek to spectate. Will be great to see the cars in action for a change.

[tazzz25906112]

Thrashed to pull the cars together and it's 2:30am,,,,,, 5:15am departure is coming way to fast LOL...
The cars are in the trailer and the 72RS has the new Aluminum motor in it and we'll be driving it in from Toronto following the trailer with WarPath Light on board.....

See you all around 2-2:30ish in the afternoon gang...

[BuddyP]

As a spectator hoping for a ride in one of the cars... do I need to be wearing pants and long sleeve shirt? Or is a T-shirt fine?