who else is going to be there?

 

When are you going to start letting me answer for myself Dad. Yes I am in.

Bryan

 

no, i did not sign up for nasa. i am not sure if i want to go to this FATT. my car is geared more for JC. on the big track , i get swallowed up by most of the cars and spend a lot of my time with my hand out of the window. i could always use the time to work on my lines!!

 

It will be fun, thats what it is all about. Its not about how many times you get passed, or pass. You will have a blast. There are a bunch of us going.

Bryan


[Modified by VAtypeR00, 8:58 AM 10/8/2001]

 

being passed is not a problem, i do not care about that. what i am talking about is going against cars that out power you and the only thing i did was stick my hand out for them to pass. i do not have track tires and it is hard to compete with that. maybe there were too many cars out there?? the jc is good because the way my car is geared, i can get out of the turns fast enough and let someone pass in the straights if they can get around me!! it is always about FUN though!!

 

when i go to any event, i want to learn. when drove faster cars than what i have now, i would be able to pass more cars and stay out there alone. now, i have to use momentum to go around some cars. that is fine but i have some trouble staying in front of them on the straights. i do not care if i get passed, it is how they do it that i am concerned with. maybe i will try NASA next year!!

 

George - how much are FATT and what time are they? And, more importantly, do they still have spots available?

 

I have never had any problems with the passing at the FATT. Its mostly Vettes, and other high HP cars. They either cant drive the car, and have to give "us" the little 4 bangers the pass signal, or you can just keep your line, and they have enough power to get around you without having to let off the gas. It will be fun, i wouldnt worry.

Bryan

 

Im not George, but since he is my pop's i guess i can answer. The FATTS are on Fridays, the are an all day thing, and there is a waiting list for this event the 26th of Oct. The FATTs are $175 for one day. Have you signed up for the NASA day yet?

Bryan


[Modified by VAtypeR00, 11:25 AM 10/8/2001]

 

that kind of driving does not really bother me. they know they are faster than our little "4 bangers", but feel the need to ride up our ***. as if they were drafting!! FATT's are a ton of fun with the same hp cars. 385 and 160 do not match!! it is fun pissing them off in the corners though!

 

Um, I think your kinda confused about what these driving schools are for. Your are not competing against other cars or drivers, but that is what you have made it up to be.. I have never had a problem with hi horsepower cars, yea, they are faster down the straights, but who cares? Its about YOU learning how do drive YOUR car well, not about if you can keep up with Z06s and Mustangs down the straights.. Once you learn how to drive that B16 CRX to the limits, you won't have a problem, even on streets.. And the only way to learn is by practice, and you can't do that unless you go..


And yes, I will be there, w/ new motor and all...

 

You have a new motor? whoa!

Bryan

 

corey, i am not confused at all, but thanks for your help. i know that these are not for comp. but for learning. i guess my point was not well made in my statement. i just meant to state that it sucked getting passed all of the time and my arm was tired. that was not fun for me. i was too worried about the guys flying up behind me to worry if my line was correct. that was MY mistake, i must forget about them and worry about me. no harm corey and i am glad you have your new motor.





[Modified by gsober, 1:10 PM 10/8/2001]

 

Bryan- me
George
Corey
Shane
Chris B.
Mike D.

there are a few others, but i cant remm now... We will have a good time.

Bryan

 

cool. it should be fun with all of the ht guys there. what time is everyone getting there?

 

We get there pretty early, around 7-730. You really should try the 2 day event with NASA, Its a hella deal , and a blast!

Bryan

 

next year!! spent too much on other things. do you camp out or do you get a hotel for that weekend? how do they split up the day? track/class etc?

 

What is a "favourite" ?? hehe

Bryan

 

Hey, check out this site to find accomodations at Summit Point, courtesy of the SCCA DC-Region.
http://www.wdcr-scca.org/road_racing/sleep.htm

I think RacerJon recommended the Towne House and Turf Motel. Approximately 500 yards away from those two fine establishments, I stayed at the Northgate Inn... I came out in one piece, and well-rested... what more can one ask?


How's this fer spellin', GK?

"Whan that aprill with his shoures soote
the droghte of march hath perced to the roote"

Just thought I'd throw some middle-english at y'all folks 'round yonder.

 

thanks guys!! next year. the weekend track times seem better for me anyway!!

 

anyone else?

 

Yeah, I'll be there. I just got finished changing brake fluid after this past Friday's FATT, but I'll be back on the 26th! Guess I can't get enough...

-Larry
'00 ITR 1513

 

I'd love to come out on the 3rd and 4th, but my calendar's already full for that weekend. Sorry, I know you only need one more but it won't be me.

-Larry

 

Friday's FATT was a blast! It was a cold and windy, but nothing too terrible. I managed to get signed off for seat time during the last session, so I left happy!

It was great meeting George, Corey, Bryan, Greg and quite a few other people. If it wasn't for Bryan giving me his street pads and Corey's help doing a quick switch between sessions, I'd have gone home early.

Thanks folks!

-Larry
'00 ITR 1513

 

i know i had a blast!! i wish i could join you for nasa! next seaon!!