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[Steve Chryssos]

100, 140, 180, 200, 300, New car, old car........
It doesn't matter what your treadwear rating is at the Motor State Challenge.

No one will be turned away unless their car fails tech inspection (i.e. battery flopping around in trunk) or their driving style is deemed unsafe (i.e passing in restricted zones).

Come on out, enjoy yourself, be safe, and learn how to drive.

[Bow Tie 67]

Doesn't matter for competition or just to drive?

[66SuperSport]

To compete for awards/prizes you must have 200 or higher tread wear tires. Anyone can participate in the event as long as their vehicle and equipment can pass tech.

[Steve Chryssos]

To participate.

Too much talk about competition these days. The marketing hype doesn't match reality. People gotta feed their kids and buy shoes. Don't worry about buying tires for a glorified track day. Everyone is welcome at the MSC. Don't let an overreaching tire sponsor scare you off, ruin your fun or waste your money.

This event is run by the South Bend region of the SCCA. You best believe these guys are laughing at all of our "smackdown" hype. And anyone who has attended a track day is smirking as well. The inaugural Motor State Challenge (last year) went off without a hitch. The treadwear rating was 100. Everyone was welcome. And in the end:
-Stielow won on 220 TW PS2's,
-Ryan Matthews came in 2nd overall on 300 TW KDW's and,
-Jake Parrott finished 3rd overall on 100 TW Toyo R888's.

So much for treadwear restrictions.

Come on out, have fun, and don't worry about treadwear or competition.

[Steve Chryssos]

Oh and in case anyone thinks I'm sour grapes or whatever, here are my brand new 200 TW Nitto NT-05's next to my perfectly good Toyo R888's.

[ProBell]

I am glad to run the event no mater what the rules, but I must say I will miss my Hoosiers. They were worth 3 sec. a lap on my car. I will be bringing a set of junk run flats some one gave me.

See you all at the track. The count down is on. Randy

[796spdbu]

Hey Guys,
I dont think im going to make it to the event,my car maynot be finished in time. I have paid my entry fee,so if someone needs one and I can transfer it,its all yours. Just P.M. me and let me know what I have to do.

Thanks

[Bow Tie 67]

Just made it back home from the HRPT, 1600 miles and my engine limp mode problem is gone. Look out boys, I have full throttle available. Oh and 23 mpg on the highway, and power equivalent to my buddies 11.5 second blown lt1 vette.

[ProBell]

Just looking at U-Tube and it looks like Gingerman added to the track. Does any one know if we will be running the new piece of track or staying on the old design? ( Classic as LRP calls it)
Getting ready to go. Cars 90% ready and trailer is half full. Randy

[Bow Tie 67]

Looking forward to seeing you in the rear view again Randy. Just being a smart alec. Are you traveling with the father-in-law and uncle again?

[ProBell]

Looks like I am running solo this year. See you soon. Randy

[Bow Tie 67]

Looks like I am running solo this year. See you soon. Randy

Cool, maybe I can get a ride with a tighter nut behind the wheel.

[ProBell]

I got my instructors license this year and hope I can give rides as well as go out with some other people to learn more or help people I can help. I just love to be on the track. Randy

[Mike Holleman]

I got my instructors license this year and hope I can give rides as well as go out with some other people to learn more or help people I can help. I just love to be on the track. Randy

I'd love to ride a few laps with ya Randy. I need all the instruction I can get.
Mike

[66SuperSport]

Randy

I'd really like you to take a few laps with me. We'll have our blue '66 Chevelle there. I don't have much track experience and would really appreciate your time and advice.

Thanks

[Bow Tie 67]

Just looking at U-Tube and it looks like Gingerman added to the track. Does any one know if we will be running the new piece of track or staying on the old design? ( Classic as LRP calls it)
Getting ready to go. Cars 90% ready and trailer is half full. Randy

Randy I just watched some video of the expansion. that will add alot of speed on the back stretch, well over 100, maybe 120ish ++++

[Van B]

Hey guys, my buddy Mark is coming out with one of Schwartz's cars and needs a room. If anyone needs to cancel their room at Surfari Joe's or knows someone who is cancelling please let me know.

[Van B]

Hey guys, my buddy Mark is coming out with one of Schwartz's cars and needs a room. If anyone needs to cancel their room at Surfari Joe's or knows someone who is cancelling please let me know.

[trapin]

I have a question....where is everyone meeting up Friday morning before the festivities start. In other words...where is Ground Zero for this event? Safari Joes? Lane Automotive?

[Bow Tie 67]

I'll be at the hotel around noon, then head over to Lane.