KeithTurk Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 (edited) Hey guys and gals... Just stopping in to say Hey and Introduce myself and our organization.My Name is Keith Turk and I'm the Race Director / Co Owner of the ECTA. We have recently been given permission to use the 9000' runway at the Wilmington Airpark in Wilmington Ohio. It is our intent to Hold Land Speed Racing events on the airpark 4 times next year and then hold events as needed in the future. The Dates are firming up and will be posted on our website in the next couple of weeks. To Read about us or our organization you can check out our website at www.ecta-lsr.com As a general overview though... we will race for one mile and then time the vehicle in the last 132' to establish it's top speed. It then slows down and clears the runway where upon we send the next vehicle. Once a run is complete you receive a time slip, If your time is a record... you proceed to an impound area where the Vehicle and record are certified. Then you get in line and start the process all over again.So on and so forth.....now to the actual introductions.... There are 4 principal organizers of these events. Myself and my wife Tonya and our Partners Joe and Donna Timney, All Four of us our Motorcyclist's as well as Race car drivers. Each of us are members of multiple 200mph clubs ( meaning we've set records over 200mph ) Tonya and I are from Southern Alabama and Joe and Donna will be coming from Delaware. ( that's a tiny state out east somewhere)..( think really small )...Anyway we've been looking for a New home as our lease has run it's course in Maxton North Carolina... We aren't simply looking for a new place to race... we're looking for a New Home, a place were we can have a long term relationship with not only a decent facility but a community as well....Bottom line.... we're all genuinely excited.... your State and community have truly welcomed us with open arm's...Thanks for taking the time to read my drivel..... Be Safe, Go fast, Have fun!!!Keith Turk Edited October 5, 2011 by KeithTurk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Welcome aboard and thanks for bringing this event to Ohio I will definitely be there. Do you have a link for the motorcycle rule book? I've been looking at the site and haven't found it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wht_scorpion Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 (edited) Welcome Hayabusa are going to be getting ready for thisSSB turbo hayabusa should come and run here Edited October 5, 2011 by wht_scorpion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max power Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Oh, hell, yes. I wanna run! I wont be near fast, but I would love to be able to pin the throttle for a mile.What an awesome use for that airstrip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 I am anxious to be there as well.Is there a reason it is being done ONLY 4x in 2012 here in Wilmington? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeithTurk Posted October 5, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Our Rules books are shared with the Southern California Timing Assn. and as such we're not allowed to print them on line.... To obtain one send 10 bucks to ECTA rule book206 Sylvan Dr.Enterprise Al.36330Alternatively you can check on our website for some general information.Okay now that was the Polite and general answer.... the reality is that you have to have full leathers with adequate armor and a Snell 2005 or better full face helmet... there are several things that need to be safety wired as well as the requirement for a Metal chain guard.... ( plastic only keeps the oil off your leg... )Our current racers have sorted something out I want to share..... Racing isn't always about the "Big Speeds"... it's about doing better then you have before and hot rodding your junk.... pure and simple.... I love racing around 100mph.... we've even had some Very entertaining 60 mph runs over the years..... ( Okay Samantha actually finally broke 71mph on her Sears Alstate )K 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeithTurk Posted October 5, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 We're moving a fairly complicated organization with a lot of moving parts and people.... ( okay not really a lot... but more then I can carry in one trip )...and we're also going to have to sort out procedures and our process of record setting in an entirely new location... having been in North Carolina for 15yrs it's going to take us a bit and we all have jobs.... so while we currently race 5 times a year.... 4 seemed right to get our feet on the groundAlso unlike Drag Racing... Land speed racers seem to like a bit more time between events to tinker with their Junk..... and frankly the relaxed schedule makes the whole thing really cool.... you don't feel like you have to go racing every weekend....Oh and do keep in mind our organization started as a test and tune event for people getting ready for Bonneville and the Dry lakes in Southern California.... ( I should mention that many of us are members of the Bonneville 200mph club )...K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Major excitement about ECTA coming to Ohio!! I plan to run next year as well and HOPEFULLY get to join the 200 club Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Brock had a write-up on web before listing what it took to get zx14 to 200mph I can't find it right now but I know one was ceramic wheel bearings it really didn't take much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snot Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Welcome...awsome news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Brock had a write-up on web before listing what it took to get zx14 to 200mph I can't find it right now but I know one was ceramic wheel bearings it really didn't take muchI saw the same kit up for sale on his site couple years ago.......believe this is all it included - *clutch spacer kit ( maybe with springs? )*fork strap kit*rear lowering links*Brock's full system ( StreetMeg, Alien, ShortMeg ) and drag map*ceramic bearing set*maybe sprocket options too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Current NON-STOCK aftermarket Bolt-on additions include:Brock’s Performance (by Hindle) StreetSmart Exhaust System.Brock’s modified 2004 ZX-10 Power Commander PC3usb with matching map.Front forks lowered 1.25 inches in the stock clamps.Brock’s Complete Radial Caliper Front End Lowering Kit. Adjustable rear lowering links.Brock’s Performance (by Spiegler, USA) brake line kit.EK530DR2 non o-ring chain. (Stock front and rear sprockets--still!)VP MR9 race fuel.Alisyn Pro Drive 21 Oil <<0W. (<<0W means less than zero weight for race track use ONLY!)World Wide Bearings ceramic wheel bearing kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Here is another list Current NON-STOCK aftermarket bolt-on additions include: Brock’s Performance (by Hindle) StreetSmart Exhaust System Modified ZX-10 Power Commander PC3usb with matching map Front forks lowered 1.25 inches in the stock clamps Brock’s Performance complete radial caliper front end lowering kit Brock’s Performance fully adjustable rear lowering links (prototype) Brock’s Performance (by Spiegler, USA) brake line kit EK530DR2 non o-ring chain (stock front sprocket) VP MR9 race fuel Alisyn Pro Drive 21 Oil <<0W (<<0W means less than zero weight---for race track use ONLY!) World Wide Bearings ceramic wheel bearing kit Brock’s Performance clutch spring spacer kit Vortex rear sprocket - 40 tooth Tiger Racing ZX-14 metal chain guard Innovate Motorsports LM-1 Digital Air/Fuel Ratio Meter with RPM kit SpeedoHealer v3.0 with Kawasaki Plug-n-Go wiring harness Brock’s Performance/Ohlins’ Steering Damper Kit (prototype) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Several page write up http://www.dragbike.com/dbnews/anmviewer.asp?a=2079&z=3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siacono Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Wow, no 600cc production class records! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Oh yeah, forgot about the 0w oil........your 14 still stretched a bit Tim? Definitely be an advantage on the start! I have some trinkets to buy yet but not far from as of now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 It's at 6 over right now my extensions go up to 9. I was already planning on lowering it this winter and replacing wheel bearings so looks like I'll be buying ceramic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Helmutt Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 It's at 6 over right now my extensions go up to 9. I was already planning on lowering it this winter and replacing wheel bearings so looks like I'll be buying ceramicGood timing on the bearing replacement - karma's working for you there!I've never had ANY intention on setting mine up for the drag strip, but for LSR.......I'll make some adjustments Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Wow, no 600cc production class records!yeah whats up with that? how come it goes from 500cc to 650cc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Major excitement about ECTA coming to Ohio!! I plan to run next year as well and HOPEFULLY get to join the 200 clubBrock had a write-up on web before listing what it took to get zx14 to 200mph I can't find it right now but I know one was ceramic wheel bearings it really didn't take muchI heard it's not as easy as many think. Many of the lifers in the club laugh at how some think you can buy Brocks package and it happens like magic. We will all see though what our machines can do though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 they have a 50cc class too... worlds fastest pitbike here i come! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 I, for one, don't expect miracles out of my ET's since I've got at least 100 pounds on the average rider -- but it's going to be huge fun trying to hit that 200 mark.......especially with SWB and major weight DISadvantage - but who cares? Line it up and twist it wide open for a mile.......who wouldn't smile while doing that?!?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Wow, no 600cc production class records!There's your chance to be the trend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 I heard it's not as easy as many think. Many of the lifers in the club laugh at how some think you can buy Brocks package and it happens like magic. We will all see though what our machines can do though. Ya I worded that wrong the list is what Brock said it takes to make the bike capable of breaking 200 it doesn't just magically happen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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