BSCC Drivers School at Bremerton 3/12
03-06-2006, 05:25 PM
#11
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as much as my girlfriend and I were planning on making this, we are going to be unable to attend. Its just a combination of alot of little things. The fb needs me to put on new brakepads, once i find them again, the fc needs its wheel bearing fixed, i still need to put on the hood scoop, and we are running low on cash. Though I do have to say. This is one of the *BEST* things you can go out and do with your car, at least last time the instructors were fantastic, lots of track time, and lots of things to learn about you, your car, and about autocross in general. So if you can make this... try to do so as much as you can.
03-06-2006, 09:02 PM
#12
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Oh man, so sorry that you two are not going to make it. I have a couple sets of FB brakes pads if that will help, and front wheel bearings are pretty quick and easy to do. You may also be able to just tighten then up just a bit.
Hope to see you two there.
JEB
as much as my girlfriend and I were planning on making this, we are going to be unable to attend. Its just a combination of alot of little things. The fb needs me to put on new brakepads, once i find them again, the fc needs its wheel bearing fixed, i still need to put on the hood scoop, and we are running low on cash. Though I do have to say. This is one of the *BEST* things you can go out and do with your car, at least last time the instructors were fantastic, lots of track time, and lots of things to learn about you, your car, and about autocross in general. So if you can make this... try to do so as much as you can.
Hope to see you two there.
JEB
Originally Posted by Kouta' post='806181' date='Mar 6 2006, 03:25 PM
as much as my girlfriend and I were planning on making this, we are going to be unable to attend. Its just a combination of alot of little things. The fb needs me to put on new brakepads, once i find them again, the fc needs its wheel bearing fixed, i still need to put on the hood scoop, and we are running low on cash. Though I do have to say. This is one of the *BEST* things you can go out and do with your car, at least last time the instructors were fantastic, lots of track time, and lots of things to learn about you, your car, and about autocross in general. So if you can make this... try to do so as much as you can.
03-06-2006, 09:05 PM
#13
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Originally Posted by Kouta' post='806181' date='Mar 6 2006, 03:25 PM
as much as my girlfriend and I were planning on making this, we are going to be unable to attend. Its just a combination of alot of little things. The fb needs me to put on new brakepads, once i find them again, the fc needs its wheel bearing fixed, i still need to put on the hood scoop, and we are running low on cash. Though I do have to say. This is one of the *BEST* things you can go out and do with your car, at least last time the instructors were fantastic, lots of track time, and lots of things to learn about you, your car, and about autocross in general. So if you can make this... try to do so as much as you can.
Sorry you guys aren't going to make it. If you come to Izzy's I have something for you car you may want to have T2. Also I will get looking for a hood for you.
03-06-2006, 10:44 PM
#14
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Originally Posted by Kouta' post='806181' date='Mar 6 2006, 03:25 PM
as much as my girlfriend and I were planning on making this, we are going to be unable to attend. Its just a combination of alot of little things. The fb needs me to put on new brakepads, once i find them again, the fc needs its wheel bearing fixed, i still need to put on the hood scoop, and we are running low on cash. Though I do have to say. This is one of the *BEST* things you can go out and do with your car, at least last time the instructors were fantastic, lots of track time, and lots of things to learn about you, your car, and about autocross in general. So if you can make this... try to do so as much as you can.
Sorry to hear you won't be there.
03-07-2006, 06:42 PM
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Kouta,
I was thinking and when I felt your front wheel bearings I did not think they were too bad. Just go to Terry's automotive and ask Randy or Phil (let them know I sent yoyu) to drive your car. He will tell you is they need to be replaced or if they are ok. They would probally tighten then a bit if that was all that was needed.
They will also put aftermarket brakes on cars, so just bring Sarah's brakepads and get them done, so you two can come and plan!
JEB
He would even
Sorry to hear you won't be there.
I was thinking and when I felt your front wheel bearings I did not think they were too bad. Just go to Terry's automotive and ask Randy or Phil (let them know I sent yoyu) to drive your car. He will tell you is they need to be replaced or if they are ok. They would probally tighten then a bit if that was all that was needed.
They will also put aftermarket brakes on cars, so just bring Sarah's brakepads and get them done, so you two can come and plan!
JEB
He would even
Originally Posted by bmwgirl' post='806308' date='Mar 6 2006, 08:44 PM
Sorry to hear you won't be there.
03-08-2006, 01:00 AM
#17
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what is it all these people that dont have rx-7's are coming in different cars? we need more rx-7's to come, but they r welcome to come anyway dont get me wrong it is just that we need more rx's there at the meeting to show off the cars and the club.
03-08-2006, 01:25 AM
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Ok, so here is what I know.
Reg and Tech is from 7:30 to 8:30
Drivers Meeting at 9:00
BSCC will buy Pizza
End around 4:30 (or when we all get tired).
No space is limited, and based on the number of instructors that show.
Please be on time, to ensure a spot.
JEB
Reg and Tech is from 7:30 to 8:30
Drivers Meeting at 9:00
BSCC will buy Pizza
End around 4:30 (or when we all get tired).
No space is limited, and based on the number of instructors that show.
Please be on time, to ensure a spot.
JEB
03-08-2006, 09:14 PM
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Tech Inspection Requirements
Safety Helmet: If you bring your own safety helmet, it must be approved by Snell in the current or two most recent ratings (e.g. if Snell 95 is in production then that, 90 and 85 are legal). We are looking for a Snell M95 or better currently. The club provides loaner helmets for people who do not have one.
Safety Belts: Original safety belts, at a minimum are required. Shoulder belts are not required, if your car did not come with them, but you must have a lap belt. Belts must be firmly attached.
Solidly Mounted Battery: The battery must be held down properly. If it can be moved at all, it will not pass. There are some additional battery requirements which may affect you if you have modified your car. The Tech Inspector will help you out with them.
Legal Tires: In Stock and Street Prepared categories, the tires must have measurable tread, and must be in good condition. Excessive weather checks or visible cord/plies will fail inspection. Tire pressures should be higher than used for the street, usually 45psi-Front/35psi-Rear for a front-wheel-drive car, or 40psi all around for a rear-wheel-drive car.
Brakes: The brake pedal must be firm, with no loss of pressure when held down.
Steering / Suspension: The steering must be tight, with no excessive play. Wheel bearings cannot have excessive play.
Hub Caps and Trim Rings: Hub caps, trim rings and wheel covers must be removed for competition, unless they are bolted to the wheel.
Loose Items in Car: All loose items must be removed from the passenger compartment and trunk. This includes the floor-mats. You may remove the spare tire and jack, but you are not required to if they are properly secured.
Fluid Leaks: Excessive fluid leaks will not pass inspection.
Numbers and Class Markings: The car numbers and class markings should be prominently displayed on both sides of the car in colors that contrast with the paint, and should be large enough to be seen easily from the timing van. White shoe polish for marking windows (comes off with Windex ) is available for people who don't have magnetic or paper numbers.
Adequate Muffler: Your car must be quieter than 95dbA (RLS) measured 50 feet from the course at a place where you are under full throttle. Due to the possibility of losing sites for noise problems, this rule is strictly enforced. (If your car is quiet enough to avoid attracting Police attention, it will most likely pass the noise requirement)
Throttle: Accelerator pedal must have a return spring and operate freely.
Safety Helmet: If you bring your own safety helmet, it must be approved by Snell in the current or two most recent ratings (e.g. if Snell 95 is in production then that, 90 and 85 are legal). We are looking for a Snell M95 or better currently. The club provides loaner helmets for people who do not have one.
Safety Belts: Original safety belts, at a minimum are required. Shoulder belts are not required, if your car did not come with them, but you must have a lap belt. Belts must be firmly attached.
Solidly Mounted Battery: The battery must be held down properly. If it can be moved at all, it will not pass. There are some additional battery requirements which may affect you if you have modified your car. The Tech Inspector will help you out with them.
Legal Tires: In Stock and Street Prepared categories, the tires must have measurable tread, and must be in good condition. Excessive weather checks or visible cord/plies will fail inspection. Tire pressures should be higher than used for the street, usually 45psi-Front/35psi-Rear for a front-wheel-drive car, or 40psi all around for a rear-wheel-drive car.
Brakes: The brake pedal must be firm, with no loss of pressure when held down.
Steering / Suspension: The steering must be tight, with no excessive play. Wheel bearings cannot have excessive play.
Hub Caps and Trim Rings: Hub caps, trim rings and wheel covers must be removed for competition, unless they are bolted to the wheel.
Loose Items in Car: All loose items must be removed from the passenger compartment and trunk. This includes the floor-mats. You may remove the spare tire and jack, but you are not required to if they are properly secured.
Fluid Leaks: Excessive fluid leaks will not pass inspection.
Numbers and Class Markings: The car numbers and class markings should be prominently displayed on both sides of the car in colors that contrast with the paint, and should be large enough to be seen easily from the timing van. White shoe polish for marking windows (comes off with Windex ) is available for people who don't have magnetic or paper numbers.
Adequate Muffler: Your car must be quieter than 95dbA (RLS) measured 50 feet from the course at a place where you are under full throttle. Due to the possibility of losing sites for noise problems, this rule is strictly enforced. (If your car is quiet enough to avoid attracting Police attention, it will most likely pass the noise requirement)
Throttle: Accelerator pedal must have a return spring and operate freely.
03-09-2006, 08:08 PM
#20
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Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: WA State
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Is anyone else coming from the forum besides woundup and I? If you can, you should, it's a lot of fun and you will feel like you really know your car and it's capabilities. Plus you'll get in a lot more driving here than at a lot of other events.
Hope to see lots of you there.
Hope to see lots of you there.