B3NN3TT Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 We've been breaking struts and shredding tires with the SCCA for 2 years on that lunar-crater parking lot they have out there now. New pavement on the lot might just make it a good autocross venue for a change... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stretch Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 I had a call today with them for the event we're broadcasting and now I see why they are having all the delays, it's for the best reasons possible. -Track is getting resurfaced and fixed where it had bumps and weeping issues. -Bathrooms are getting repaired and upgraded -Staging lane are getting fixed -Pits are getting more pavement and repaired. The new owners are trying to un-fuck the years of neglect the track has been through. That's awesome to hear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88lx5oh Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 I'm happy about this. my car should be done by then lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DKilbourne Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 I had a call today with them for the event we're broadcasting and now I see why they are having all the delays, it's for the best reasons possible. -Track is getting resurfaced and fixed where it had bumps and weeping issues. -Bathrooms are getting repaired and upgraded -Staging lane are getting fixed -Pits are getting more pavement and repaired. The new owners are trying to un-fuck the years of neglect the track has been through. Holy shit. Bathrooms are getting attention? I won't know what to do in a post 1982 shitter! One other thing, did I just hear that Friday night is still running? I guess CR isn't the Holt nitrous shootout....let the excuses pile in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff McCool Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 Exactly Dave, how is it that CR track day gets cancelled because the track is being replaced but 6hrs later it's no problem to run T&T & the nitrous shootout. Plus I believe the Saturday slate is also still a go with KOC and UMTR....my guess would be it has nothing to do with the track and everything to do with staffing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nastynotch Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 80% chance of rain Friday anyhow? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wagner Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 Holy shit. Bathrooms are getting attention? I won't know what to do in a post 1982 shitter! One other thing, did I just hear that Friday night is still running? I guess CR isn't the Holt nitrous shootout....let the excuses pile in. From what I was told the track won't be ready for us on Friday morning so that's why they called it off. They are going to be rushing to get it done for Saturday from the way it sounds. This is direct from trails and they did not make the choice to cut our day lightly from the way it sounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMeanGreen Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 Again, I apologize to everyone. I had no part in this, this was completely decided on the end of NTR and their management. That was not the phone call I wanted to receive, as I've been waiting two years to race again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTQ B4U Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 I'm happy about this. my car should be done by then lol quit dragging your feet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DKilbourne Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 The biggest issue the new owners face is trying to rebuild the reputation and canceling a track day last minute doesn't build hope. I realize that they are doing improvements, but it is kind of shitty timing and gives a who gives a fuck about the locals feel. I doubt that this is the case, but who knows for sure?..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DKilbourne Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 Again, I apologize to everyone. I had no part in this, this was completely decided on the end of NTR and their management. That was not the phone call I wanted to receive, as I've been waiting two years to race again. We know it's not your fault.....maybe :gabe: You skinny bitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaddyBuiltRacing Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 I offered to paint the bathrooms for free 2 years ago and was told they had plans of doing it themselves lol. Glad to see the track is getting all the attention that it is. Hopefully it draws people back to the track, as I was there 2 Wednesdays ago and car count was low. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silentcropduster Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 My question is why did they wait until now to pave the track? Why not do it when it's not race season? Apparently common sense isn't so common. This is costing them money. They are further ruining themselves and people will spend their money elsewhere at other tracks. If the track needed redone, I get it but their timing is ridiculous and it makes it seem like they simply do not care about their reputation. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DTA09 Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 My question is why did they wait until now to pave the track? Why not do it when it's not race season? Apparently common sense isn't so common. This is costing them money. They are further ruining themselves and people will spend their money elsewhere at other tracks. If the track needed redone, I get it but their timing is ridiculous and it makes it seem like they simply do not care about their reputation. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Because they just recently took ownership so really couldn't get alot of it done any sooner. Also because the people that race there on a regular basis deserve better then what ntr has been in the past. And this track upgrade will be done before they get into the heart of the season. Yes it sucks the track rental was postponed but in the long run the things that they are doing look to make it better for everyone including cr track day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silentcropduster Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 Because they just recently took ownership so really couldn't get alot of it done any sooner. Also because the people that race there on a regular basis deserve better then what ntr has been in the past. And this track upgrade will be done before they get into the heart of the season. Yes it sucks the track rental was postponed but in the long run the things that they are doing look to make it better for everyone including cr track day. Apparently you've never raced at Larue haha Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Cranium Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 My question is why did they wait until now to pave the track? Why not do it when it's not race season? Apparently common sense isn't so common. This is costing them money. They are further ruining themselves and people will spend their money elsewhere at other tracks. If the track needed redone, I get it but their timing is ridiculous and it makes it seem like they simply do not care about their reputation. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk It wasn't that long ago they bought the track. It takes time to evaluate the facility and figure out exactly what needs done, create a budget for the renovations, prioritize the projects, hire the contractors. Then when you toss in the monsoon season we just experienced .... they're a little behind their schedule. At least they are cleaning the place up and making it a better place to race. I'm sure if it had not changed hands we would have the track day as scheduled, and everyone would be bitching about the prep, the return road, the staging lanes, the track, etc... (me included). Seems like a relatively minor inconvenience all considering. Besides, this is a chance to show the new ownership and management that we're good people, and the next time we want to schedule a track day their more receptive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silentcropduster Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 It wasn't that long ago they bought the track. It takes time to evaluate the facility and figure out exactly what needs done, create a budget for the renovations, prioritize the projects, hire the contractors. Then when you toss in the monsoon season we just experienced .... they're a little behind their schedule. At least they are cleaning the place up and making it a better place to race. I'm sure if it had not changed hands we would have the track day as scheduled, and everyone would be bitching about the prep, the return road, the staging lanes, the track, etc... (me included). Seems like a relatively minor inconvenience all considering. Besides, this is a chance to show the new ownership and management that we're good people, and the next time we want to schedule a track day their more receptive. They've cancelled 3 times this year so far when I've tried 2 go, not just once...it makes it a lil harder to swallow. Also compared 2 some tracks theirs is decent, especially compared to Larue! Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DTA09 Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 Apparently you've never raced at Larue haha Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Yes I have which is why I don't go there anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DTA09 Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 They've cancelled 3 times this year so far when I've tried 2 go, not just once...it makes it a lil harder to swallow. Also compared 2 some tracks theirs is decent, especially compared to Larue! Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Well you could always head up to D42.... oh wait .....[emoji12] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Cranium Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 They've cancelled 3 times this year so far when I've tried 2 go, not just once...it makes it a lil harder to swallow. Also compared 2 some tracks theirs is decent, especially compared to Larue! Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk It's either do it now before summer hits, or wait until next year. Personally I would rather see them put the time in now. It will make the whole summer of racing better. And yeah, they technically could have gotten by without resurfacing the track, but if it was like Larue I would never go back. There are other tracks around if you're that desperate. Head up to Pacemakers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silentcropduster Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 Well you could always head up to D42.... oh wait .....[emoji12] Haha true [emoji51] Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
y2k2gt Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Temperature has to be above 50* to pave it correctly. Track cant get fixed without fixing it. Track has to be down in order for it to be fixed. I just dont understand the complaints. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyshelby99 Posted May 15, 2017 Report Share Posted May 15, 2017 I won't be able to attend the new date. I'll just donate my spot to some in need of a spot. If that's ok with who runs the rental. Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue98ls1 Posted May 15, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2017 I won't be able to attend the new date. I'll just donate my spot to some in need of a spot. If that's ok with who runs the rental. Andy That's fine, just let me know who takes the spot if you give it to someone prior to the event so I can update our list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
y2k2gt Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 I won't be able to attend the new date. I'll just donate my spot to some in need of a spot. If that's ok with who runs the rental. Andy I will take the spot. PM me your paypal info and I'll send you the $52. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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