California Speedway July 8-10 NMCA Autocross!

[Hotchkis]

Autocross Fans !!! We are proud to announce that we are working with the Nat. Muscle Car Assoc. on a brand new autocross event at California Speedway July 8-10. This will be an AWESOME event with drag racing, a car show, vendor midway, an autocross and a Baer Speed Stop Challenge. Baer, Hotchkis and other NMCA sponsors will be giving away prizes for class wins, including a complete brake system and a Hotchkis Sway Bar Set. Sign up now - there's a limited number of spaces! Enter Here: http://hotchkis.net/request/form/
　
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[SLO_Z28]

Here are the rules for those that are interested, looks like its standard fair with a 180TW requirement.
http://www.nmcadigital.com/events/docs/Autocross%20Rules,%20Classes%20&%20Awards.pdf

I signed up, I want to run Saturday, I know my friend does too. We will both be in the street machine category. Let us know if/when we can pre-pay and sign up for the days. I assume this will be a working event?

oh and most importantly of all,
Thank You for running this Hotchkis!

[Rod]

In!!.... I think? no reply yet

[73CPCAMARO]

I filled out the form. This should be fun. Taking the Camaro.

[Rod]

I filled out the form. This should be fun. Taking the Camaro.

I was just informed Brian has to run with only 3 wheels to give the rest of us a chance!! LOL!!

[Rod]

more sign ups please!

[dogz67chevelle]

I'm thinking long and hard about it. One step closer, I've got a dog sitter!!!

deanna

[Vegas69]

I'm in, but I'll run exibition if they'll let me?

[Larry Callahan]

I might be in. Can I autocross only? Do I have to drag race too? If I ever get my car to hook up good my Richmond 6 speed will explode.

[Bryce]

I think I will join this one.

[SLO_Z28]

I might be in. Can I autocross only? Do I have to drag race too? If I ever get my car to hook up good my Richmond 6 speed will explode.

I hope we dont have to drag race too....

[Hotchkis]

Hi All,

Thank you VERY much for all the support, we already have 15 cars signed up! To answer a few questions:

- Autocross is separate from drag racing. You can do both if you want, but you don't have to. The NMCA drag guys are pretty hardcore, we plan on watching the wheelstands between AutoX sessions.

- We are collating entries now and someone from NMCA will contact you in the next week or so to get you a sign up packet. We are running the autocross, but they are being gracious enough to give us the venue and handle admin.

- You can certain run exhibition only. We will be running that class in E-Max and our F-11 Camaro all weekend.

Also: John will lay out the course and be on hand as race director, and we've asked the local SCCA to come in and help is with timing and manpower. So we think it will be a FAST course that should run smoothly.

Todd and the Baer crew will also be on hand for speed stop and have comitted some awesome prizes for winners.

[Matt@BOS]

I might be in. Can I autocross only? Do I have to drag race too? If I ever get my car to hook up good my Richmond 6 speed will explode.

I think you pay for each separate event event, with the autocross and speed stop being grouped together, perhaps.

BTW, I submitted a form last night. Is that all I need to do at this point?

Matt

[Larry Callahan]

I just filled out the form as well. Is there some place I can send my payment?

[Vegas69]

I drag raced at the Super Chevy show here a month ago and it was a blast! I'm in for all three events.

[Hotchkis]

Matt - that's right... Autocross and Speed Stop are one package. The drag racing is separate. Thank you, you're good to go. Someone will contact you this week to confirm.

Larry - glad you're coming! NMCA will contact you this week to get payment info.

Todd- that's awesome, glad you're coming.

[CarlC]

I'm in.

[79-TA]

https://www.pro-touring.com/showthread.php?79789-NMCA-Autocross-amp-Speed-Stop-Challenge-Fontana-July-8th-10th

I suggest we merge the threads . . . please take a look at what's already been posted.



At any rate, I'm glad to see this event getting some attention. I'm definitely looking forward to it.



Can we get some details on the rules etc? Is there any kind of treadwear limitation?

[Vegas69]

I'm in.
:yum::enguard:

[ddunerider]

Im in its going to be a blast!!!

[chevyhector]

I would love and make it, Since i'm technincally part of the H-Team now, this would be my 1st autocross with the new Hotchkis suspension! But I first need to find out if I will have my Medusa back from Spectre, they still have my Camaro for R&D. What is the deadline to sign up?

[Bryce]

Form filled out.

[dogz67chevelle]

I'm in...

deanna

[rrunner68]

I'm in...

deanna

Good.

[tom_a]

I signed up also

[Nessumsar]

See you guys/gals there!

[TCI Engineering]

It looks like Sal won't be going to Columbus now so I believe he will drive Licata's Falcon at Fontana. Don will be there with the '32 and I bet Rob will bring the F100. This is going to be a great event, I just hope the weather is nice. Thanks for making this happen Hotchkis.

-J

[Hotchkis]

Here's the California Speedway July 8-10 NMCA Autocross event prices. You'll notice the 2-Day Autocross and Speed Stop Challenge Special pricing is a great deal!

1-Day Autocross / Speed Stop Challenge (Sat or Sun): $40
2-Day Autocross / Speed Stop Challenge (Sat and Sun): $50
1-Day Spectator (Sat or Sun): $20
2-Day Spectator (Sat and Sun): $35
Kids 12 & Under Free
Free Parking

[Bryce]

Here's the California Speedway July 8-10 NMCA Autocross event prices. You'll notice the 2-Day Autocross and Speed Stop Challenge Special pricing is a great deal!

1-Day Autocross / Speed Stop Challenge (Sat or Sun): $40
2-Day Autocross / Speed Stop Challenge (Sat and Sun): $50
1-Day Spectator (Sat or Sun): $20
2-Day Spectator (Sat and Sun): $35
Kids 12 & Under Free
Free Parking

Awesome! I will signup for both days once I get contacted. Does the price include any crew members?

[hotrod69camaro]

I went in on Saturday. Is there any way to tell if the registration info was received and when they will contact us?????..............Thanks

[dogz67chevelle]

Good.

Thanks Dan, this is gonna be a blast!!!

deanna

[Rod]

still no contact letter??

[Vegas69]

Where's everybody staying??

[Nessumsar]

Where's everybody staying??

My house, well, at least I am. I'm about a hour from the track; I've got a blow up bed if anyone needs it.

[TCI Engineering]

Where's everybody staying??

I browsed the site looking for a host hotel and they don't have one listed. I called and they don't have one at this time. If there isn't one up soon I would suggest looking for one near "Ontario Mills" or "Victoria Gardens". These are both real nice shopping/entertainment areas within a few miles of the track.

-J

[mdprovee]

Can we sign up two drivers for the same car? Would it be say $100 for two driver for two days in the same car?

[Larry Callahan]

I just received a phone call and paid for Saturday and Sunday. Now I need to book a hotel.

[73CPCAMARO]

Paid for both days. Ready to go!

[SLO_Z28]

I just received a phone call and paid for Saturday and Sunday. Now I need to book a hotel.

Probably cheaper to drive both days. Harder on you but I know that im driving both days.


I signed up for Saturday and Sunday. Anyone know if there's any contingency at this event?

[Larry Callahan]

No contingency.

I see you are in Ventura. I'm in TO. Maybe we should caravan?

[Hotchkis]

Hey Everybody! Here's the rules and classes! Get signed up today!



Hotchkis Sport Suspension/Baer Brakes NMRA/NMCA Autocross

Why try autocross?
Imagine standing on the throttle, then pushing on the brakes to maximum, and then turning the steering wheel hard to make the corner. Now think about doing this in a friendly, safe, no pressure environment. This is autocross, and yes, it is fun!
In years past, attending a car show meant driving to the show, finding a nice parking place, unfolding the lawn chairs and pulling out the build book. While a static car show can still be enjoyable, getting behind the wheel and pushing your favorite project car/ truck to the limit is thrilling.
In the interest of safety and enjoyment, autocross events are held in large, wide open parking lots. A course is set up using orange cones, and the driver navigates the course as quickly as possible. Each vehicle is timed, and to encourage safe in control driving, hitting cones results in time penalties. (Penalty is 2 seconds per cone.) Autocross events are “Time Trial” type single car competitions with no wheel to wheel racing. Vehicles stage and then start on a light, run the course and then finish through a timing beam before coming to a complete stop in the stop box area.
Just bring your registered/street legal vehicle to the Hotchkis/Baer Autocross registration/tech area next to the course entrance to get inspected. Once passed you are ready to run.
Who can participate?
Any registered participant of a NMRA/NMCA event can run the Autocross. Though a separate registration and inspection is required to run the autocross course.

Rules and Regulations for the Hotchkis/ Baer Autocross:
All Autocross participants must be NMRA/NMCA event participants. The NMRA Registration number will be the Autocross entry number.
2. The Autocross entry number must be displayed and easily read. Further instructions will be at the Hotchkis/Baer tech inspection area.
3. Participants must use DOT approved tires with a minimum of 180 tread wear. (No shaving or softening) No R compound or racing tires for official timed runs. Unapproved tires may be used for a limited number of exhibition, non scored runs per day. To be determined as time allows.
4. No passengers or drivers under the age of 18. Passengers must sign the same liability waiver as driver.
5. Wristbands will be issued to drivers and must be worn at all times.
5. Helmet use is required. A limited number of loaner helmets will be available.
6. Participating cars must pass a basic safety inspection that will include, but may not be limited to, the following:
A. Functional seatbelts.
B. Proper brake pedal pressure and travel.
C. Sufficient throttle return spring and secured battery.
D. All lugnuts in place and tight.
E. Hubcaps are to be removed.
F. Valid driver’s license & Proof of insurance.
G. Registered - Street legal vehicle. No Race Cars.
H. All loose items to be removed from vehicle.
(Floor mats, items hanging from rearview mirror, cassettes, CDs, and glove box, console, trunk items.)
I. Vehicles with fluid leaks will not be permitted on the autocross course

7. Vehicles must be in finished condition with floors, doors, fenders & pickup beds where required.
8. No unsafe driving will be tolerated. Management will have COMPLETE discretion to deny anyone participation in the Hotchkis/Baer Autocross for any reason.
9. CLASSES –
Modern Muscle 1993 - present
Street Machine- 1973 - 92
Muscle Machine - 1955 - 72
Street Rod - 1954 & older
Truck Class – Any year that is currently registered as a truck with the DMV
Turn and Burn- Open to any street legal, registered car or truck. Lowest combined ET of quarter mile and autocross course. To be eligible driver must bring an official time slip (matching the vehicle) to the autocross course. Drag strip ET and autocross time will be added up for final time.

[Cobra 498]

I am in for both Saturday and Sunday maybe the GT will run better with my cat delete option.
I hope this isn't the weekend they are shutting down the 405, I think it is the following one correct? Does anyone know what the deal is on running 1/4 mile and autox, what is the charge for doing 1/4 too.

[mpozzi]

Bruce ...

You shouldn't be anywhere near the 405 as the event's in Fontana at California Speedway (near the 10). I think there's a separate fee for the autocross/brake challenge and another for the drag racing. Both are reasonable, though. Have fun ...

Mary Pozzi

[hotrod69camaro]

They contacted me. I didnt get back to Leslie in time. I'll follow up tomorrow. Then said 100 cars is the target. Mary, Are you in or out?

[stewdaddy23]

Signed up, called and paid. Can't wait.

[mpozzi]

Out! I'll be in Columbus that same weekend.

Mary P.

[CarlC]

It's a 180 mile round trip Larry.

[SLO_Z28]

No contingency.

I see you are in Ventura. I'm in TO. Maybe we should caravan?

Yeah, definitly. My friend in camarillo is also going.

[mdprovee]

Any have any idea how many runs you might get in a day? Trying to figure out if I need to do Sat and Sun.

[bosses son]

does anyone know if there will be camping at the track?

[Rod]

does anyone know if there will be camping at the track?

good question!! but you can sleep in the back of the wagon!!!!

what days are you doing?? I have sat and sun

ROAD TRIP!!!!!!

[bosses son]

not sure if we are going just yet but i really want to! if we do it would be for sat and sunday.

[SLO_Z28]

not sure if we are going just yet but i really want to! if we do it would be for sat and sunday.

Make it happen!

[bosses son]

What hotel is everyone staying at?

[bosses son]

Newman crew is in! See you all there.

[Larry Callahan]

My tickets arrived in the mail yesterday. Now, I'm not 100% certain I can make it.

Doh!!!

[SLO_Z28]

My tickets arrived in the mail yesterday. Now, I'm not 100% certain I can make it.

Doh!!!

Make it happen! If theres a will theres a way!

[Rod]

Newman crew is in! See you all there.

Newman!! I will text you Bro! are you driving down or towing?

[bosses son]

Newman!! I will text you Bro! are you driving down or towing?

i think we we are towing? we might have a full truck, i think Dave and James will be tagging along as well. Do you know where you guys are staying yet? What day are you going down?

[dogz67chevelle]

i think we we are towing? we might have a full truck, i think Dave and James will be tagging along as well. Do you know where you guys are staying yet? What day are you going down?

Kyle, I'm staying at the Hilton Garden Inn. May tag along on the way back up.

deanna

[Rod]

i think we we are towing? we might have a full truck, i think Dave and James will be tagging along as well. Do you know where you guys are staying yet? What day are you going down?

Going down Friday! I might tow, I have to get a trailer




Kyle, I'm staying at the Hilton Garden Inn. May tag along on the way back up.

deanna

Hilton Garden Inn?? what city Dee, I don't know the area??

[dogz67chevelle]

Going down Friday! I might tow, I have to get a trailer





Hilton Garden Inn?? what city Dee, I don't know the area??

Rod,

Fontana, supposed to be about 10 minutes from the site. At least that's what I was told.

deanna

[Sales-TCI-Eng]

There is a Red Brick Pizza right across the street from that Hilton. Make it a point to eat there during your stay, it's good stuff.

-J

[Hotchkis]

Here's the latest event update!
Autocross & Speed Stop Challenge
NMRA/NMCA West Coast Shootout
Auto Club Speedway – July 9-10, 2011
(Updated July 1st)

Don't forget that you must pre-register to autocross and take part in this awesome event!
Don't Miss Out! Pre-Register Today!
Click Here to Register (http://hotchkis.net/request/form/)

Special Bonus Items:
o Second driver is free (must have 1-day or 2-day entry ticket)
o Free bottles of water for drivers (while supplies last)

Give-Away Raffle Prize List:

• Baer Brake Systems:
o 10% off MAP price coupon to each competitor
o Free “Claw” brake system (front or rear) for “most entertaining stop” in the Speed-Stop Challenge –
given away on Saturday
o Free “ Claw” brake system (front or rear) for “most entertaining stop” in the Speed-Stop Challenge –
given away on Sunday
o Baer $1,000 discount certificate on a complete front and rear brake system to the overall winner of
the Speed-Stop-Challenge on Saturday
o Baer $1,000 discount certificate on a complete front and rear brake system to the overall winner of
the Speed-Stop-Challenge on Sunday

• Centerforce Clutch:
o Centerforce Clutch discount certificates: $200 Winner and $100 Runner-up on Saturday.
o Centerforce Clutch discount certificates: $200 Winner and $100 Runner-up on Sunday.

• Comp Performance Group:
o Comp Cams discount certificates: $150
o FAST discount certificates: $150
o TCI discount certificates: $150

• Hawk Performance:
o Full Set of Hawk Brake Pads given away on Saturday
o Full Set of Hawk Brake Pads given away on Sunday
o 50% Discount off Quiet Slot Rotors given away on Saturday
o 50% Discount off Quiet Slot Rotors given away on Sunday

• Hotchkis Performance:
o Complete Sport Sway Bar Package given away Sat/Sun
o 40% off any Hotchkis product certificate given away Sat/Sun
o 10% off certificates given to each autocross competitor Sat/Sun

• K&N Filters:
o K&N Cold Air Intake Kit and various oil and air filters product certificates on Saturday
o K&N Cold Air Intake Kit and various oil and air filters product certificates on Sunday

• Magnaflow:
o Magnaflow Cat-back exhaust system product certificate on Sunday

• Mothers Car Care Products:
o Mothers Car Care Bucket given away on Saturday
o Mothers Car Care Bucket given away on Sunday

• Nitto Tire:
o Set of 4 Nitto Tires given away on Saturday
o Set of 4 Nitto Tires given away on Sunday

• NMRA/NMCA Power Mall:
o $50 gift certificate given away on Saturday
o $50 gift certificate given away on Sunday

[Nessumsar]

Here's to hoping I win the whole thing! :)

[73CPCAMARO]

Thank you to all the sponsors! This is going to be fun!

[Vegas69]

I'm ready, just need to do a little more cleaning. Looking forward to it boys...

[SLO_Z28]

WOW, the sponsors really stepped up for this one! This list is really getting me excited! I could use most of the stuff on that list!

[Steve1968LS2]

I am so ready for this.. new wheels shipped yesterday :)

[Rod]

I am so ready for this.. new wheels shipped yesterday :)

new wheels?? ha ha ha all I was going to do was wash my car? maybe vacuum the carpet! LMAO!!!! now I gotta buy something new :guilty:

awesome sponsor support!!!! thanks to all!!!!!!

[hotrod69camaro]

Can anybody that knows give any advice on which gate or entrance will be the best for us participants so we can have the quickest access in in the morning?

[DriverzInc]

We signed up for a vendor spot. We'll bring NewGen, Forgeline, and Fikse displays with us... See you guys this weekend!

[Sales-TCI-Eng]

Can anybody that knows give any advice on which gate or entrance will be the best for us participants so we can have the quickest access in in the morning?

I am not sure at this time but I am supposed to head over tomorrow after noon to start setting up the booth so I should have a better idea by then. If the rear gate off of I think San Berdoo ave. is open that will definitely be the ticket.

-J

[hotrod69camaro]

If you can give an update tomorrow or early Friday that would be greatly appreciated.......Thanks.......Mike

[SLO_Z28]

The participant package stated to use the Cherry Ave entrance.

Mr Rupp, do you think that youll be able to hook up at the strip? I know that Fontuckey in the summer is like racing on butter covered in hand soap. I know youre trying:
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[1962chevynova]

Can anyone tell me if spectators are allowed on Friday?

[tom_a]

Does anybody know what time this starts on Sunday? I don't see anything on the tickets?

[Nessumsar]

What time do we need to be there in the morning? I see on their site that the gates open at 9, should we be there then, or earlier because we are participants???

Do we use the entrance off of Cherry??

[SLO_Z28]

yes use the entrance off Cherry ave and get there early. Ill be there at 7am!

[79-TA]

Saturday

Gates Open: 8:00 AM
Car Show Registration: 8:00 AM to Noon
Autocross & Speed Stop Challenge: 9:15 AM to 5:00 PM
Gates Close: 5:00 PM
Sunday

Sunday

Gates Open: 8:00 AM
Car Show Registration: 8:00 AM to Noon
Autocross & Speed Stop Challenge: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Gates Close: 5:00 PM


Now hopefully those fancy people that got to run on Thursday and/or Friday have got the course cleaned up a bit for us.

[Steve1968LS2]

I heard the drag strip is slippery.. but at least it's slippery for everyone :)

Weather should be cooler on Saturday as well.. see you all in the morning!!!

[Steve1968LS2]

Saturday

Now hopefully those fancy people that got to run on Thursday and/or Friday have got the course cleaned up a bit for us.

Yes sir, swept and ready for your arrival (and man, was it dirty.. no traction, but a FUN course ((although a bit tight at the end)).

[slow4dr]

Kinda bummed we couldn't set the booth up near the autocross..........on the bright side at least I am close to the drag strip. Sal has his work cut out getting back and forth from running the Falcon and the booth.

The course looks epic. My 4G63 memories were all gitty listening to the black Evo bang 2nd going down the long straight into the left hander.

Did Deanna hold on to the quickest time of the day today?

-J

[Steve1968LS2]

The course looks epic. My 4G63 memories were all gitty listening to the black Evo bang 2nd going down the long straight into the left hander.

Did Deanna hold on to the quickest time of the day today?

-J

I believe she did.. those parts are still possesed by the ghost of Mary Pozzi.. lol (and Deanna is becomming quite a driver)

We will see what my new springs do tomorrow.. my extra hp doesnt' really help out there. but the burn outs are fun.

[79-TA]

Dear Hotchkis,

First off, I would like to thank you guys for putting on a well-organized and nicely promoted autocross. It was fun and I have high hopes for tomorrow. However, I do have one request.

Regarding your employees/volunteers, please make them understand that it is not appropriate to just jump into someone's car to try to start it and drive it off. More specifically, when the would-be morning tech line disperses (as everyone just learned that there would be self-tech inspections) and one or two cars remain, potentially blocking others from getting to their assigned spaces, it would be nice if a certain employee (that guy settings cones in the middle of the course most of the day) took a moment to think. Make your employees maybe try walking over to the easy-up tent (where almost everyone is congregated filling out forms) to find the owner. Maybe even use the speaker system and ask to have the car moved. I'm still dying to know what was so important that drove whichever Hotchkis employee to skip these afforementiond steps and just jump in my car to try to start it and move it (I left they keys in it.)

I'd really appreciate it if I didn't have to turn around tomorrow only to find some presumtive jack-hole has decided to commandeer my car.

I should point out that this was an isolated incident and was the result of (I assume) one individual's choice. This is not representative of how Hotchkis ran that autocross as a whole. The rest of the Hotchkis crew and H-team members were a well-organized class act.

Thanking Hotchkis again for a local autocross,
- Brett Habegger

[Rod]

Deanna and Kyle Newman battled for the win yesterday! Deanna's 71 Camaro just edged out Kyles 55 chevy and rons black nova scooped 3rd great job guys!
I'm sure today's going to be more fun, John hotchkis announced all day! Awesome job! The Voulenter H-Crew did a great job! All day

If any one needs a ride around the track the Newman creations 55 chevy had a free rides sign hanging on the door all day!!!! Looking for victims!

D I gotta ride with you today! I can't get the butt on my car to hook up

[SLO_Z28]

Here are some pictures from Saturday

I got there bright and early, too bad I had several catastrophic equipment failures, I was lucky to make it home truth be told.
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The ever stunning PCH truck:
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Casey in his 92 Camaro. He won his class and was only a little bit off FTD. Pretty damn good for a car that only has springs and shocks.
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FTD went to Brian Hobaugh in his AMAZING 73 Camaro in the exhibition class.
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A notable mention is Gerald in his 83 El Camino, he was lighting quick and placed well in both events!
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These pictures were taken by me on my crappy old point and shoot, I shot a bunch with my friend Caseys' camera with a telephoto lens, ill get those from him and post up a link to what I have on my photobucket account!

[Somis]

Cool pics I couldn't make it but heard the heat was making it a tuff event

[Somis]

What happen to your car?

[SLO_Z28]

lets put it this way, I ran a 42.xxx having to re-start my car from a stall mid track. My transmission couldn't decide what gear to be in, my power steering pump crapped out, and my steering column broke at the tilt function. I hate my car right now.... lol

[73CPCAMARO]

That was a fun weekend. Thank you to Hotchkis, Baer Brakes, and the SCCA workers for all their hard work. Thank you to all the sponsors also. Next years sounds like it will be even better!

[Rod]

It was a great weekend, great to see you at the event Brian!! I tossed a picture of your car in here, along with a few others. The heat made it tough but it was great to see John Hotchkis stick it out for the entire event rooting us all on. Thanks Deanna for the ride, your coaching was really helpful -- You rock my sista! Thanks Kyle for the ride, your coaching was helpful (excluding the breakfast that you left behind my trailer) and as always you rock my brutha!

Deannas car "Sucker Punch" sitting still
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Deannas car going FAST!!!!
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Brians Car sitting Still
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Brian Car going fast running the Go & Whoa!
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Kyle sitting still
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Kyle going FAST!
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looky loos !!
Man Im not going in that thing Yea me either
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[Rod]

I will post more when I get past the grapvine these hills mess with the wifi signal like crazy

[Somis]

lets put it this way, I ran a 42.xxx having to re-start my car from a stall mid track. My transmission couldn't decide what gear to be in, my power steering pump crapped out, and my steering column broke at the tilt function. I hate my car right now.... lol

That sucks man but all part of the game lol, if you need any parts hit me up I'll see if I can't help you out
Thanks agen for the pics

[68cutlass]

It was nice to see the pro-touring cars outrun the new Camaros and Mustang, and especially the GT40 (although that car was pretty impressive... )

[Rod]

My lap top has died (battery) so Im reduced to the iPad so I wil post more pictures tomorrow

[Chad-1stGen]

Good times. Gratz to Jon R. getting 3rd though I think you got cheated on your 2nd place run! Will post up more video's but here are a couple.

Here is one of the many 36.x runs Carl C busted out. Thanks for the ride Carl! make sure you watch this one to the end... just saying

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4H9dyAVekzQ

I uploaded the wrong video of my car so here is me pretty much failing to autocross ha ha. Lack of driving skills + bald front tires = fun :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8rNjWi8BhE

[slow4dr]

Here was my cubicle for most of the weekend.
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Don coming to a hault at the Baer Speed/Stop challenge
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I walked the strip and found a pair of killer Drag Radial cars.

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#1 Qualifier 7.7X @ 187
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Awards Ceremony - Congrats to all the winners!
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-J

[-The Stig-]

Chad, where's our video of our sloppiest run ever? haha

I'm surprised we didn't lose it... but somehow we got it back. *phew*

Drift Taxi rides again...? haha

Thanks Hotchkis/Baer crew. Very fun event. Best bang for your buck that I've had the pleasure of being a part of in a very long time. Will do this again.

[Chad-1stGen]

Matt,

Your video in uploading.

Here is one of Jon our 3rd place winner though not of his winning run

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZqqn3PqF1o

[Chad-1stGen]

Two more video's for your viewing pleasure.

Matt's beautiful 69.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lP72MMBN1w

And of course the very entertaining Stig in the G8! Also known as the "family sedan" as overheard in the pits today.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LenEBwwnZw

Sorry Matt B. I guess I should fix the title and description to say G6...

[-The Stig-]

haha, that was a horrible run. I'm slightly embarrassed by it. Had we only gotten the run where Kyle Newman was with me on the run previous to ours, that would of been an epic video.
But, of course, soon as the the camera comes out it goes to hell. Still, stupid fun. Thanks Chad, and glad you made it out for a few hours despite having tire issues. :)


My fastest run, a 38.8 was with Kyle Newman, which I'd like to thank him as well cause he's a big goof ball and he brings out the goof in anybody he's around. It's relaxing haha... a 38.8 in the grand scheme of "our" group, is horridly slow. But amongst the 5th Gen Camaros and new Challengers, my times were near the top (If I recall correctly). Except I got put in with the Vendor/Exhibition class...? I guess because of the Spectre banner on the windshield? So, apparently I was working for Spectre this weekend... hahah Which is cool by me, Mike and the crew are good people. Happy to represent! :)

[Chad-1stGen]

Ha! You ran faster than me and I had a great ride with you. Ya don't hear me laughing like that in the other videos!

Here is another video of me which is the one I meant to upload. I like the view better. Last video from me:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bW67F-w8OMc

PS did you be sure to watch to the end of Carl's video? I guess that's the kind of thing that happens when you hang around "Hollywood." Does Brett even know they were hanging at his car lol?

[-The Stig-]

That's a negative Ghostrider... his pattern was full.... with Transmission/Overheating issues. lol

BUT!!!!! (big but there), despite his issues with the car, he pulled a 2nd place in his class both days. Good Job Hamburger! ;)

[Chad-1stGen]

No kidding? I didn't know that. That is awesome! What did he win? The prizes at this event were off the friggen hook

[-The Stig-]

I forget what he got the 1st day, but he won 40% off any Hotchkis thingy.

Which is awesome! Very cool of the Hotchkis crew to not only help put on the event but to step up and help out with sweet give aways.

On a side note.. saw Aaron from Hotchkis driving home in Emaxx on the freeway.. poor dude looked exhausted .. haha. I think we all were... I know I am, and I'm at work after 2 days in sun. Ugh. Don't get to rest till Monday morning when I get off. Lol

[79-TA]

make sure you watch this one to the end... just saying



LOL, that's a great surprise ending. Thanks for getting all of these videos up so quickly, Chad.

Thanks again to the Hotchkis folks who made this happen. I was really impressed that John himself did the announcing all day long.


Anyway, here's the only out of car video I have.

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My cousin sat out one of his runs to film my car. Luckily, it was my quickest run (but I hit a cone) and it also includes an awkward head bump with my passenger. If you've ridden in my car, or any stock 2nd gen, you know the padded side bolsters do nothing as they are only padding. The combination of chicanes, decent grip, horribly seat bolstering, and a passenger not holding herself in place resulted in this.

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[-The Stig-]

Hahahaha... that's a riot. Totally true. Doesn't help that your old seats are vinyl... but polished from years of butts on them so you tend to slide around even if holding on. Makes for an interesting ride!

Now just save your lunch money and grab an extra paper route to save up and buy a sweet TVS kit for that car of yours and totally dominate your class. ;)

Now I really have to step it up... not only do I have to worry about Jon (my BFF! Lol) in the hack Nova but you too now in the 'youngins' group (that includes Matt with his uber pretty '69 and Tom Foglesong and his sweet 1st gen). I've got my work cut out for me. :P

[CarlC]

The one in the red pumps matched the Camaro well.

[fbody_mike]

I was there as a spectator only but you guys were really tearing it up. Great runs and lots of fun. If there is one next year I will be there with a wristband on.

Oh, and I finally got to check out Bad Penny is person....what an awesome car.

[fbody_mike]

I was excited to see a late 2nd gen Firebird out there!


LOL, that's a great surprise ending. Thanks for getting all of these videos up so quickly, Chad.

Thanks again to the Hotchkis folks who made this happen. I was really impressed that John himself did the announcing all day long.


Anyway, here's the only out of car video I have.

Rmqpe5_npBU

My cousin sat out one of his runs to film my car. Luckily, it was my quickest run (but I hit a cone) and it also includes an awkward head bump with my passenger. If you've ridden in my car, or any stock 2nd gen, you know the padded side bolsters do nothing as they are only padding. The combination of chicanes, decent grip, horribly seat bolstering, and a passenger not holding herself in place resulted in this.

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[Nessumsar]

Wowza, what an event! I was really impressed with how close the competition was; Deanna, Kyle, and Myself were all within a couple hundredths (even if the timing equipment says differently). Hotchkis and the SCCA boys did a fantastic job of putting on and running the event, they were cranking the laps out; I think I got 30 runs over the weekend.

Saturday and Sunday finished with Deanna winning our class (<'73) with Kyle and I nipping at her heels. The prizes for this event were amazing; I scored a set of Nitto tires and a 40% off Hotchkis coupon for my efforts.

I can't wait for next year's event. John Hotchkis and the boys at NMCA already have some improvements brewing. So if you didn't make it this year, you have a year to get ready.

[Chad-1stGen]

Luckily, it was my quickest run (but I hit a cone) and it also includes an awkward head bump with my passenger.

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LoL! Awesome. Who was the lucky girl?

[bosses son]

Just wanted to chime in and say thank you to the Hotchkis and Baer Brake Team, what a well run and fun event! Deanna, you are amazing and taking the win away both days at the last run made for a fun and exciting weekend and no one deserves it more! John, your sticky outie wheeled nova is flat fast! Congrats on the tires, that might be the best prize ever for us drivers (we all know we can never have enough fresh tires laying around). Matt, what do you mean im a goof? i was just being my self...... you do a heck of a job wheeling the family car around the course! Rod and Suzy, thanks for putting up with us all weekend. Sorry for puking behind your trailer, Sunday was not a great day for me, but the good news is everything is staying down today.... Brian Hobaugh, thanks for the ride and driving help, your car is amazing!
All in all a great weekend, lots of fun, and lots of driving! The competition is defiantly getting stiffer with just a few tenths separating the top times. I cant wait till the next one!

[Flash68]

Sounds like such a great event. Sad to have missed it. Definitely on the calendar for next year! Congrats to the winners.

[jtomas801]

I was there on Sunday, I had a blast just watching everybody run. It was the first autocross I have been to and it was great. Got to get a ride in one of the 5th gen Camaros and two rides in CarlC's Camaro ( Yes, it's me again, thanks for the rides) I can't wait for the next one.

I got to see a lot of the cars in person that I have only seen online here, so it was cool to get a good look at them.

Thanks,
Jon

[-The Stig-]

Matt, what do you mean im a goof? i was just being my self...... you do a heck of a job wheeling the family car around the course!

Haha, true, you were just being yourself. But your normal self is a pretty fun person to hang with. Just having stupid fun with a bud takes the pressure off, and it shows cause you and I ran my fastest time just being silly out there.

The G8 was really limited by tires this weekend, the factory rubber just can't take that sort of abuse. They're very unpredictable at the limit, sometimes they stick... sometimes the front washes out, sometime the rear slides around... every run is a circus act. Keeps things interesting!

Was great seeing everybody again, and really for me that was worth the price of admission right there.

[79-TA]

^Ah, I didn't even stop to think that you went back to your stock wheels and tires. How did you like them compared to those Sumitomos? I imagine the stock bridgestones would have a bit more stick. Anyway, that pebbly surface made for really sudden loss of traction.



LoL! Awesome. Who was the lucky girl?

Some lady's daughter who wanted a ride; no idea other than that. She tried to treat it like a roller coaster ride with her hands in the air and whatnot, but it just meant she got thrown around even more, lol. I was just glad the ride didn't bore her. The next passenger I gave a ride to was unfortunate enough to witness me put together a completely horrible run (that is, more horrible than usual).

[-The Stig-]

I only gave one ride to a 'stranger'.

You know you're doing good when out of your peripheral vision you can see them start grabbing various parts of the interior in a panic. Or, they start/stop talking when things get interesting. :)

[Chad-1stGen]

She tried to treat it like a roller coaster ride with her hands in the air and whatnot, but it just meant she got thrown around even more, lol. I was just glad the ride didn't bore her.

bwahahahaha. I actually LoL'd when I pictured this in my head.

[dogz67chevelle]

WOW! What a great fun filled 3 days. I don't think I've ever been this sunburned, and still so happy about it. Many many thanks to John and the whole Hotchkis crew for all their long hours in the nasty hot sun. It was an amazing event, and I will be there next year for sure. Where do I sign up?

Kyle, man I just don't know what to say. Fighting it out with you tooth and nail on BOTH days was a true highlight for me. Thank you for making me "show up and deliver". I don't think it can get any better than that. Also, I'm actually proud that I was able to give you a little "butt pucker" on the run you went with me. I had no idea...

Rod, any time sir... hope it helped. Thanks for all your kind words and support.

deanna

[73CPCAMARO]

Here is a video of one of my Baer Brakes Speed Stop runs with my Wilwood Disc Brakes. It was a lot of fun. My best was a 7.55.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7Z6ZEKeiRE

[LM7_67]

damn, sounds like y'all had an absolute blast!

[CarlC]

Now that I have

[Vegas69]

Had a great time with you guys.

Congrats Deanna on taking out Newman. That means you have a hot shoe because that boy can drive and he has a great car.

Brian, the new car is sick man. Makes me want to build a real race car. I wasn't that thrilled with my 7.99 on the speed stop. I think I could've pulled out a better one Sunday as I was definitely hitting more MPH(Getting into 3rd for a second or two) but I think I smoked my brake fluid on Saturday with my 8 or so back to backs! Brakes got a little spongy after and I've been down this road before. ha ha

[Nessumsar]

That track was a lot of fun. I especially liked the back left-sweeper, flat out in 1st (3.08 rear, automatic) and hope it sticks. Even the tight last portion was fun, busy hands through there; although my PS pump hates me for it... I am really happy with how the Rusteze/76/STP Nova did out there.... :) With this event being my 4th or 5th non-peanut autocross, and with finishing up the new brakes on Friday night; I wasn't going in with too high of expectations. Coming away 3rd in class both days, I couldn't be happier; and to do it with all of you knuckle heads is an added bonus.

Brian, your car is amazing in every way. I love it. My Nova looks up to your Camaro, like the big brother it never had. hahaha

Todd, I was wondering why we didn't see more of you on Sunday. Hopefully it is just a simple brake bleed that is needed. As always, your car was great; one of my favorites.

[CurtiSS 69]

Congrats Deanna on taking out Newman. That means you have a hot shoe because that boy can drive and he has a great car.



+1 Great Job Deanna. All that hard work has paid off.

Regards

CurtiSS 69

[79-TA]

Does anyone know if complete results are going to be posted?

[Vegas69]

That track was a lot of fun. I especially liked the back left-sweeper, flat out in 1st (3.08 rear, automatic) and hope it sticks. Even the tight last portion was fun, busy hands through there; although my PS pump hates me for it... I am really happy with how the Rusteze/76/STP Nova did out there.... :) With this event being my 4th or 5th non-peanut autocross, and with finishing up the new brakes on Friday night; I wasn't going in with too high of expectations. Coming away 3rd in class both days, I couldn't be happier; and to do it with all of you knuckle heads is an added bonus.

Brian, your car is amazing in every way. I love it. My Nova looks up to your Camaro, like the big brother it never had. hahaha

Todd, I was wondering why we didn't see more of you on Sunday. Hopefully it is just a simple brake bleed that is needed. As always, your car was great; one of my favorites.

Thanks Jon, I was drag racing until about 12:30 on Sunday, then looked around the midway and relaxed until about 2:30. Made a few more speed stop runs and then a few autocrosses. Brakes were still decent, just sizzled the brake fluid on Saturday. At least I didn't fry my clutch and flat spot my tires. ha ha ha

[SLO_Z28]

Does anyone know if complete results are going to be posted?

^ Im with him.

Also did they change the course sunday?

[SLO_Z28]

Speed hunters has some pictures up on their site.

http://speedhunters.com/archive/2011/07/12/event-gt-gt-autocrossing-with-hotchkis-in-fontana.aspx

[dogz67chevelle]

+1 Great Job Deanna. All that hard work has paid off.

Regards

CurtiSS 69

Thanks Don,

Still have a long way to go, and class will always be in session!

deanna

[bosses son]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkrF214JyU4

here is my fastest run of the weekend.

[79-TA]

Speed hunters has some pictures up on their site.

http://speedhunters.com/archive/2011/07/12/event-gt-gt-autocrossing-with-hotchkis-in-fontana.aspx

It looks like they were only there on Friday. Too bad for them. It's cool that they covered it though.

[Nessumsar]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkrF214JyU4

here is my fastest run of the weekend.

You make it look easy!

[bosses son]

I had James writing down my times, talk about a ton of runs! For those that sat this one out, you missed out BIG TIME!
Kyle Autocross:day 1
36.42
36.24 w 1 cone
36.29 w 1 cone
36.24
37.80
37.02
36.81
36.66 w 1 cone
36.30
36.92
36.55
36.68 w 1 cone
36.40
36.28
36.67
36.85
36.65

Kyle Autocross Day 2
36.39
36.64 w 1 cone
36.76
36.47
36.80
37.07
36.90
43.26-spin out n cone eatin
36.75 w 1 cone
37.02 w 1 cone
37.44 w 1 cone

[Sales-TCI-Eng]

Damn! That's what I call consistency


-J

[SLO_Z28]

Raw times from saturday:
http://jaycomservices.com/Event_Management/hotchkis/hotchkis_timing_sat_post.html

Timing from sunday:
http://jaycomservices.com/Event_Management/hotchkis/hotchkis_timing_sun_post.html

and some hot rod coverage:
http://www.hotrod.com/eventcoverage/hrdp_1107w_2011_nmca_nmra_west_coast_shootout/index.html

[Chad-1stGen]

From the hotrod link. Steve is that clutch smoke?

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[SLO_Z28]

From the hotrod link. Steve is that clutch smoke?

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Thats painful!

[79-TA]

Shoot, that thing is acting more like a torque converter at that point . . . might have even helped you out of the hole? lol

[79-TA]

Does anyone know if results from the speed-stop challenge have been posted?

[Nessumsar]

I hope not, I'll be ashamed...

In other news, Bangshift posted some pictures of the Nova.
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Ain't she ugly?:lol:

[tom_a]

I hope not, I'll be ashamed...

In other news, Bangshift posted some pictures of the Nova.



I also see there is also other members cars in this link http://www.bangshift.com/gallery/HotchkisNMCA-Autocross-gallery.html

Jon, you wheeled that beast really good and and I felt almost at home with another primer car :cheers:

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[Nessumsar]

Tom, I really like your car; everything about it is killer. You did great for your first time in the car, and first time on the track.

[-The Stig-]

Agreed, that Chevelle was super clean... totally was digging it.

Oh, and how come nobody ever takes/or posts photos of my G8? I see the photographers out there taking pictures, I know they must of mistakenly gotten a few whether they wanted to or not...

What's a guy gotta do to get some love by the picture peeps?! (probably not drive a G8....lol)

[Matt@BOS]

I hope not, I'll be ashamed...

In other news, Bangshift posted some pictures of the Nova.
48162

Ain't she ugly?:lol:

No car with 315s on all four corners can be described as ugly.

Matt

[tom_a]

Tom, I really like your car; everything about it is killer. You did great for your first time in the car, and first time on the track.

Thanks Jon & Matt. Also thanks to Matt (69MSA) for showing me how to find a line better. Nice to meet some of you guys out there and look forward to more :cheers:

[-The Stig-]

No car with 315s on all four corners can be described as ugly.

Matt

I call it ugly all the time..........................

lol kidding.

It won't be Ugly for long though. Luckily, I'm privy to all the coming details. ;)

Details to the highest bidder! lol

[Larry Callahan]

I hope not, I'll be ashamed...

Ain't she ugly?:lol:

Honestly, I love it. Leave it alone.

[Nessumsar]

No car with 315s on all four corners can be described as ugly.

Matt


I call it ugly all the time..........................

lol kidding.

It won't be Ugly for long though. Luckily, I'm privy to all the coming details. ;)

Details to the highest bidder! lol


Honestly, I love it. Leave it alone.

Aww, you guys are making me feel all warm and fuzzy! If I can figure out a way to I'll post a couple of my super high dollar "renderings"; you know, cause every PT can needs one right?

[LM7_67]

add me to the list of people who love the current look of Jon's car

[Vegas69]

If it didn't perform, it would be ugly. I'd build a set of flares for that baby. I think that would really set it off.

[79-TA]

The folks at Baer posted some videos. No word on a list of speed stop results yet.

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[Larry Callahan]

I am recording a podcast Tuesday night and I can't find the results. John e-mailed them to me bu I lost that in my hard drive crash. Does anyone have a link to the results?

[79-TA]

Raw times from saturday:
http://jaycomservices.com/Event_Management/hotchkis/hotchkis_timing_sat_post.html

Timing from sunday:
http://jaycomservices.com/Event_Management/hotchkis/hotchkis_timing_sun_post.html

and some hot rod coverage:
http://www.hotrod.com/eventcoverage/hrdp_1107w_2011_nmca_nmra_west_coast_shootout/index.html

Here ya go.

[Larry Callahan]

Hmm, I noticed those links but I didn't open them since they said raw times. I didn't think they would be sorted e.t.c.

I guess I assumed wrong.

Thanks

[SLO_Z28]

Hmm, I noticed those links but I didn't open them since they said raw times. I didn't think they would be sorted e.t.c.

I guess I assumed wrong.

Thanks

I blame me too. :D

This guy ran a hell of a good autocross! We need him to do the RTTC3 autocross! Times were up and compiled quickly!

[Hotchkis]

We're reminiscing of last month when Hotchkis joined forces with Baer Brakes to host an Autocross and SpeedStop Challenge at the first ever NMCA/NMRA West Coast Shootout. The event was a stunning success with over 50 participants running all weekend. With classes for Modern Muscle, Street Machine, Muscle Machine, Truck, Street Rod and Turn & Burn, there was a great array of cars, trucks and customs running the cones and locking up the tires on the autocross and SpeedStop courses.

Competition in some classes was fierce and the results very close. Deanna Marengo narrowly took the win in Muscle Machine with a 36.25 over 2nd place Kyle Newman's 36.47. Deanna runs a full Hotchkis 2nd gen TVS on her stunning cherry metallic F-body.

Another hotly contested class was Modern Muscle, with over 20 entries. Bruce Cambern placed 1st in his…For more of the write up for this event, Click Here (http://www.hotchkis.net/press_release.html?ID=62)


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More photos can be seen on our FaceBook page:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/media/set/?set=a.10150254999885073.320655.188171375072


Here’s the Autocross results:
Saturday's Results:
http://jaycomservices.com/Event_Management/hotchkis/hotchkis_timing_sat_post.html


Sunday's Results:
http://jaycomservices.com/Event_Management/hotchkis/hotchkis_timing_sun_post.html

[CarlC]

Steve, the new Flat Spot King......

[Nessumsar]

Came across a photog's album from Saturday: http://photographynut.smugmug.com/Cars/NMRA-MNCA-AutoX-Autocross/17968117_KBTzp5#1376172328_RL5sNCW

Some pretty nice shots in there.