99StockGT Posted December 21, 2015 Report Share Posted December 21, 2015 Just kicking around the convo of racing with a co-worker and the subject of racing next year came up but it looks like calendars aren't really being set up quite yet however... anyone starting to make their arrangements? With winter coming (eventually) how about a little arm chair racing and "planning" Personally, AutoX is going to be a focus for me hopefully make it through some SCCA track events in the Merkur and see where that takes me. The Pontiac should be ready to make some big loud america noises up and down some 1/4 strips once the big motor gets finished in a month or so. And last but not least I'm absolutely going to make it to http://autointerests.com/events/812 Once again. One of the best experiences I've ever had behind a wheel, great people super helpful and the feeling of going all out in your own ride on a track you have been watching since you were a kid... priceless. So, who's got an inside track on what's going to be fun and where the cool kids will be in 2016? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigfoot Posted December 21, 2015 Report Share Posted December 21, 2015 I would like to get into autocross this year, but have no idea where to start. I went to the Tail of the Dragon 3 times this year and it was the most fun I've had in my car. And already have my first trip planned for next year in April. Is there a site where I can see requirements, like helmet, registration fees etc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miller Posted December 21, 2015 Report Share Posted December 21, 2015 United Ford Owners will be having more autox events, co-events and Hpde. I think it's safe to say Aaron and I will have things in order by the end of January. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robochan Posted December 21, 2015 Report Share Posted December 21, 2015 Is there a site where I can see requirements, like helmet, registration fees etc? Depends on the organization. Some need a Snell, others want something hard on your head. $15-35. I have ran with, United Ford owners at columbus motor speedway, Buckeye miata club at circleville raceway, SCCA at nation trail and OSU, Corvette club troy at kilkare, Porsche club at national trail, Jaguar club in powell, OSU car club at akerman , Miami Valley Sports Car Club at kilkare. All have their perks. I hope Aaron and Millz put together some awesome events for us next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted December 21, 2015 Report Share Posted December 21, 2015 I wouldn't expect many events to be scheduled until March or April, although Ford Owners may be earlier then usual since Aaron and Miller are involved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B3NN3TT Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 Aaron and Zack put together some nice course designs for UFO last season. Nice to see somebody shaking up that speedway a little. Looking forward to next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pontiacfreak142 Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 Will be keeping an eye on this. Plan on making out to at least one this year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 Miller and I will be taking UFO to the next level in 2016. We tried to do some changes the last 2 events of this year, but didn't have ultimate control like we do now. We will have a lot more details in the coming 2 months, but we hope to continue with the positive changes you saw the last events this year. With that said, there is a core group of us that autocross regularly, so the general schedules, and UFO information will be available soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POS VETT Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 So, Austin, are you going to autox one of your landyachts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99StockGT Posted December 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 I would like to get into autocross this year, but have no idea where to start. I went to the Tail of the Dragon 3 times this year and it was the most fun I've had in my car. And already have my first trip planned for next year in April. Is there a site where I can see requirements, like helmet, registration fees etc? Exactly why I made this thread my friend, no better place to meet/hash out/question fellow people interested in the same thing. The Merkur will get its AutoX on FINALLY this coming season after 3 damn years!!!!!!! Not sure about doing cone chasing with the Pontiac, I don't think 3 point turns are encouraged in parking lot races The Stealth is umm.. getting some upgrades done this winter to be a bit more track ready. Blowing a rear brake hard line while doing 150+ coming down the back stretch was a tad intense, so there will a couple modifications/repairs going on while its "winter" There's a good chance the 65 C10 will do some AutoXing this next season though since it's finally nearing completion. And well, as long as I don't sell the Forester that will be out as well... So yes lots of racecar things next year!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 UFO is the way to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsm_sleeper Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 autox? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99StockGT Posted December 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 I didn't make it to a UFO event last year, largely because my Ford powered ride wasn't running. Although yes I know you don't have to have a Ford, I would prefer to bring that one. Its 65 degrees out why aren't we doing racing right now?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B3NN3TT Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 Ha! There are usually about 1/3 Ford-powered vehicles at the UFO events. Maybe even less. I even brought the FIAT once... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsm_sleeper Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 I didn't make it to a UFO event last year, largely because my Ford powered ride wasn't running. Although yes I know you don't have to have a Ford, I would prefer to bring that one. Don't worry, the Fords are used to being beaten by the non-Fords. It's been happening for years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miller Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 Don't worry, the Fords are used to being beaten by the non-Fords. It's been happening for years. 2016 is the dawn of a new era. Going to be super awk when me and Aaron are giving ourselves trophies. :gabe: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farkas Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 2016 is the dawn of a new era. Going to be super awk when me and Aaron are giving Farkas a trophy in his Toyota. :gabe: FTFY. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyM3rC Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 2016 is the dawn of a new era. Going to be super awk when me and Aaron are giving ourselves trophies. :gabe: To better appropriate resources for a more valuable motorsports experience trophy funding will cease immediately. Existing trophy stock will be awarded until exhausted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsm_sleeper Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 I have a box full. If you guys need to recycle them let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99StockGT Posted December 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 Well my little Ford powered euro-shit can had better do well this season or it may end up with a viking style send off. With all the time money energy spent on the thing I better at least win a damn t-shirt somewhere Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robochan Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 I have a box full. If you guys need to recycle them let me know. You are the definition of subtle bragging. :fuckyeah: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miller Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 FTFY. Shots fired Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 Shots fired A water pistol, nothing to worry about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farkas Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 A water pistol, nothing to worry about. Just let me know where I can claim my trophy when the season is over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 Just let me know where I can claim my trophy when the season is over. 9th hole at 9. :dumb: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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