NASA - Summit Main Jul 16-17

[Black396]

I just got an email that registration for the NASA event on the main track at Summit 16-17 July is open.

I registered for HPDE 3. Anyone else planning on attending?


[B-)] WAY KOOL! [B-)]

So far we have

Brian Gallagher
Dave Rankin
Jack McAfee
Ralph Watts
John Tribble
Tom (911 P car)
Mike Woods
Mike Higgins
and
me


Who else?

Looks like

Andrej is racing in Spec Miata Regional
and
Rich Roemer is racing in PS0


It doesn't look like Mike Higgins made it off the stand-by list yet.

[LilRedCorvette]

I just got an email that registration for the NASA event on the main track at Summit 16-17 July is open.

I registered for HPDE 3. Anyone else planning on attending?

I just got that same email. Wish I had my track-only vette squared away, but rather take my time on that.

I may or may not run LilRed...not sure yet.

[z06racing]

MIKE whats the scoop on this? Send me the link or post it here. Not sure if I can do that as my house will be delivered JUNE 8th and I may be playing UHAUL..... [:((] BUT that wont keep me home on the 20th! [:D]

[LilRedCorvette]

Dear Members of NASA Mid-Atlantic:

We look forward to seeing you at any (and all!) of our upcoming events!
You may now register for the events listed below by going to our home
webpage and clicking on Schedule and Event Registration on the left
side menu. http://www.nasaracing.net/

Also, this is a reminder for NASA Mid-Atl Racers that the number
reservation program will begin at 8PM on Tuesday, May 17. Number
reservation is available for race groups only (not HPDE). No one
within the same race group may have the same number. Once you reserve
a number, this will be your number for the 2005 Race Season as long as
you preregister online. We typically shut down online preregistration
by Tuesday 10AM four days prior to the event. You must preregister
online prior to that time, or you lose the right to your number for
that event only. If you show up to register at the track, you are not
guaranteed your car number for that particular event.
Information is posted on http://www.nasaracing.net/ and the direct link
to the registration is here:

http://drivenasa.com/r/num-ma

June 11, 12: HPDE and Sprint Races will be on the newly improved
Shenandoah Circuit at Summit Point Raceway We are excited about
running on this new track which has recently received lots of praise
from those racers and instructors who have attended our test dates and
other events held there. We hope to see you there! Racers are
encouraged to wait until after you have registered your car number to
register for this event.

July 16, 17: HYPERFEST RETURNS TO SUMMIT POINT RACEWAY!!! This is one
of our most popular events due to all the on-track and off-track
activities associated with this large spectator event. Fireworks, a
live band, fun contests, car show, rollover contest, drifting
competition, vendors, and much more are included. Since this is a
spectator event, there will be different admission procedures, and
these will be posted in the event instructions on the website as soon
as possible.

July 29, 30, 31: North Course at VIR: Fridays activities will
include Test and Tune for racers, Instructor Clinic, Competition
School, and Open Practice for advanced students. Sat/Sun activities
will include all levels of HPDE and sprint races for all NASA classes.

AS ALWAYS, HPDE ENTRANTS SHOULD REGISTER AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID
BEING ON THE WAIT LIST.

If you have any registration questions, please contact Sean Thompson at
registration@nasaracing.net. If you have any general NASA questions,
please contact Laura Cobetto at laura@nasaracing.net.

See you at the track!
NASA Mid-Atlantic
http://www.nasaracing.net/

[Black396]

Brian, Laurie posted the email so all the info is there.

It should be a pretty good event. There are normally between 4 and 8 of us from NVCC that make the NASA events at Summit. Andrej normally instructs, the other "regulars" are Ralph Watts, Dave Rankin and myself. Mike Woods and some of the other guys have been attending lately.

Normally get three twenty or twenty-five minute sessions each day. Novice and Intermediate students are teamed with instructors in the students' cars (in case anyone else from up your way is interested).

[Ebein]

Brian, Laurie posted the email so all the info is there.

It should be a pretty good event. There are normally between 4 and 8 of us from NVCC that make the NASA events at Summit. Andrej normally instructs, the other "regulars" are Ralph Watts, Dave Rankin and myself. Mike Woods and some of the other guys have been attending lately.

Normally get three twenty or twenty-five minute sessions each day. Novice and Intermediate students are teamed with instructors in the students' cars (in case anyone else from up your way is interested).


Im moving next month, dont think I'll be squared away in time
to make this one =/. Im hoping to hit BeaveRun in Sept at
least.

[Black396]

Damn Bill, I'm sorry to hearing that. I was hoping you would make it. Especially since you aren't doing the Jefferson HPDE with us.

[z06racing]

Brian, Laurie posted the email so all the info is there.

Thanks LAURIE! I am a member of the Northeast NASA so I didnt get that email. Sounds like alot of fun... Will play it by ear due to my personal conflicts..... [;)]

[z06racing]

SO you got me to go to the NASA page up here and they are running POCONO on the friday (15th) before this event. Guess I will stay home and run up here. [:((]

[Black396]

SO you got me to go to the NASA page up here and they are running POCONO on the friday (15th) before this event. Guess I will stay home and run up here. [:((]

aaaahhhh come on Brian! You KNOW you would much rather come down here and run with us! [:))]

[Akcelr8]

I plan on signing up but I'm not sure if I'll instruct or just sign up for HPDE 3? Either way, I'm signing up. Can't miss this one. Brian, it sure would be nice to see you there! [:D]

Bill, sorry about the conflict [:(] but we'll have a blast at BeaveRun [;)]

[LilRedCorvette]

Brian, Laurie posted the email so all the info is there.

Thanks LAURIE! I am a member of the Northeast NASA so I didnt get that email. Sounds like alot of fun... Will play it by ear due to my personal conflicts..... [;)]

No problem, just thought I'd share the info with everyone. [:)]

[LilRedCorvette]

SO you got me to go to the NASA page up here and they are running POCONO on the friday (15th) before this event. Guess I will stay home and run up here. [:((]

aaaahhhh come on Brian! You KNOW you would much rather come down here and run with us! [:))]

Ack, I shouldn't have cut/pasted the entire thing. But hey...it's warmer here... [:)]

[z06racing]

aaaahhhh come on Brian! You KNOW you would much rather come down here and run with us! [:))]

OH MAN you guys drive such a hard bargain...Mike you know you are correct that I would like to run with ya!
Ralph: you had to second that motion eh?

Let me contact registration and see if they will accept my instructor status up here and we'll go from there. Geeeez I guess I really didnt need a stove in that new house after all... I have my old COLEMAN yet! [;)]

NOW who can get me the best deal on front wheel bearings? Need to replace them before the driving school up here at POCONO on Memorial day. The Z06 forum says AutoZone is the best place. Who manages one down there? [:-/]

[Ebein]

Damn Bill, I'm sorry to hearing that. I was hoping you would make it. Especially since you aren't doing the Jefferson HPDE with us.

This move is kicking my butt, I had really hoped to
push it out till August but the wife wanted to move
ASAP to get the kids ready for school. So Its put
a kink in the finances that I hope to have sorted
out in time for BeaveRun.

Im going to try and Come out to Jefferson and Summit
to BS and whatnot, but unfortunately cant afford to
run.

[Black396]

NOW who can get me the best deal on front wheel bearings? Need to replace them before the driving school up here at POCONO on Memorial day. The Z06 forum says AutoZone is the best place. Who manages one down there? [:-/]

No joy there...
uuuummmmmm, I have been thinking a LOT about retiring lately... that sounds like a good way to stay busy. (going to have to think about that) [B-)]

You might give Chris May (Superior Chevrolet) a call @ 800-728-8267 or 800-222-1020. Tell him you are from the CorvetteForum and they give almost wholesale on Genuine GM Parts.

Even with shipping Chris' prices have been lower on almost everything than I could find it anywhere else. Can't hurt to give him a call.

[Akcelr8]

Well, I just registered for HPDE 3. I guess if I decide to instruct I can change it at a later date. I just wanted to make sure I get to run with you guys!

Anyone else signed up yet? Dave? Jack? Woodsie? Tribble? I'm sure Andrej and Rick will be there.

[z06racing]

[:D] OK just got reply from NASA that I can instruct for their event so you guys are stuck with me! [:x]

Getting wheel bearings from Advanced Auto- same part number as AutoZone. $155 each compared to my dealer cost of $299 (List $379) Each. And I get a 2 year warranty to boot! Those who know my warranty saga know that I just LOVE warranties. [:))]

[C5inWV]

Oh, this will be fun. Brian, I will see you on Memorial Day. I think I'm going to miss your old avatar.
I'll register for Hyperfest soon; will probably see if I survive Pocono. I think I can hit 155 down the Long Pond straight.
I'm still debating the June HPDE on Shenandoah. I'm trying to put up a garage, so much of my free time is taken.

[Black396]

AWESOME! This is going to be great!

Brian remember you can run in both Group3 and Group4. Be sure to bring an extra set of tires and brake pads [:D]

[z06racing]

DAVE: Lookin forward to memorial day for sure- come find me and maybe we can run together. I hit 159 last year on video tape, Need to see the needle go over 160 just because... [:D] if nobody gets in my way. [:))] Like those pesky Ferraris and Lamborghinis... [:))]
MIKE: I thought I could run in 3 & 4 too...the $300 wheel bearings are my extra tire & brakepad money...hopefully I can survive POCONO & your HPDE....but its gonna be a blast for sure!

[z06racing]

I think I'm going to miss your old avatar.

[:((] DAVE: If you ask nicely the girls may come back [;)]

[urtoslo]

I think I'm going to miss your old avatar.

[:((] DAVE: If you ask nicely the girls may come back [;)]


I'd like a picture of them hanging around my car! [:D] [;)] [B-)]

[wazzzup]

I think I'm going to miss your old avatar.

[:((] DAVE: If you ask nicely the girls may come back [;)]


I'd like a picture of them hanging around my car! [:D] [;)] [B-)]

Or maybe [:-?] [:-?] Looking over into the car! [:p] [=P~] [:D] [;)]

[z06racing]

I'd like a picture of them hanging around my car! [:D] [;)] [B-)]
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y216/racingfast/dancersandme.jpg

I thought the same thing....but then I had 2 cars... The 63 on the right has gone away now [O:)]

[C5inWV]

Thanks!!!

[JaxVette]

Mike,

I'll see you guys at Summit in July - Jack -

[JaxVette]

Mike,

By the way, anyone going to Summit Point on 6/11/05? I'll be there, see you if you're coming. - Jack -

[Black396]

Mike,

By the way, anyone going to Summit Point on 6/11/05? I'll be there, see you if you're coming. - Jack -

[B-)] Glad to hear you'll be here in July.

I'm not sure if any of us will be there in June. I think Dave Rankin is going and maybe Andrej.

I still haven't worked up the courage to drive Shennadoah yet. [:(]

[wazzzup]

Jack,

Cool photo! [B-)] I think in order to space it out I'm going to register for the September event when it opens. That's the week, or two before spook.

[Jtribble]

I just got an email that registration for the NASA event on the main track at Summit 16-17 July is open.

I registered for HPDE 3. Anyone else planning on attending?


[B-)] WAY KOOL! [B-)]

So far we have

Brian Gallagher
Dave Rankin
Jack McAfee
Ralph Watts
and
me


Who else?


I just signed up!!! And my friend Tom with the 911 is in, also.

[Black396]

Sweet! I was hoping we would pick up a few more. I think Woodsie is trying to get his coolers installed before deciding to register.

[Jtribble]

I'm looking forward to it. This'll be my first event of the year. I bought a new(older) home and between that, work, kids, etc... it hasn't left much time to drive the Z.

I plan on going up on Friday night if all goes well. When are you heading up?

[Black396]

Friday evening if they will have the gates open. I want to grab a spot, get the tent set up, etc.

[Jtribble]

I'm reading from the web-site that the gates will open at 6:00 p.m. on Friday -- I too, will be camping there.

[Black396]

Ralph will be kamping out also...

Since it is a hyper-fest, I imagine it is going to be CROWDED! Probably the earlier we can get there, the better.

[Woods977]

I'm in!!!! We will be in our new house next week. Ralph you can camp out on our 10 acres . Just kidding, I might be able to talk Irene into having you guys sleep at the house. We will living in Lovettesville which is not very far from the track


Who's all going?

[Black396]

I'm in!!!! We will be in our new house next week. Ralph you can camp out on our 10 acres . Just kidding, I might be able to talk Irene into having you guys sleep at the house. We will living in Lovettesville which is not very far from the track


Who's all going?

The list has been updated

So far we have

Brian Gallagher
Dave Rankin
Jack McAfee
Ralph Watts
John Tribble
Tom (911 P car)
Mike Woods
Mike Higgins
and
me



Who else?

[JaxVette]

Hey Mike, Ralph & Mike,

Looking forward to seeing you guys in July at Summit Point. I'll be dragging my trailer & Vette up that Friday, early, to get a decent parking place so I can enjoy the fun and sun. Any idea what area you guys are parking and/or what time you're planning on getting in? Let me know.

Different subject, same place: Made it up to SP this past weekend to the new Shann... circuit. It was a blast. Really enjoyed it. The place is great. All the hooplah about no run off room, too short, etc. was BS. The place is fun and challenging. Nothing but great corners hooked one after the next. With a great 110mph jump at the top of a hill followed by the Nurburgring banked corner. You've got to run it. Talk to Andrej and Rick - think they liked it too!!

See you guys in July..................-Jack-
See you in July

[urtoslo]

Yeah, I like Shenandoah even more after putting 200 miles on it!However, I will take back my previous assumption that a Miata could keep up with higher horsepower cars. It cannot! SC is still a horsepower track, the more you got the faster you'll get around. (Now I have to get the Vette street and track ready!)

I have great video of Poage getting past me just about anywhere on the course!

[AlohaC5]

Count me in! I'm registering to join NASA today and hope to add my name to the Novice list. Thanks, Mike

BTW: I had an awesome time yesterday at Summit Point! That was my first track experience.

[Black396]

Way to go Mike! (we've got you hooked now [:D] ) We are getting a nice group for this.

[Black396]

Does anyone know if the camp sites off the pit area has any electrical hookups? I don't recall seeing any back there but I normally park up front.

I'll bring some of the creature comforts (fan, coffe maker, etc. )with me with they do.

Otherwise, I guess we'll have to have Tribble make a breakfast run or LilRed can bring us coffee and donuts in the morning. [:D] [:))]

[LilRedCorvette]

Does anyone know if the camp sites off the pit area has any electrical hookups? I don't recall seeing any back there but I normally park up front.

I'll bring some of the creature comforts (fan, coffe maker, etc. )with me with they do.

Otherwise, I guess we'll have to have Tribble make a breakfast run or LilRed can bring us coffee and donuts in the morning. [:D] [:))]

:toetap: I see my donut-fetching reputation at NVCC autoXs has started you thinking...

I already committed to the NVMC Drag Day, will be at Mason Dixon Dragway hotlappin' so you'll hafta get yer own coffee and donuts [:))] [:p] See you next time...

[Black396]

Does anyone know if the camp sites off the pit area has any electrical hookups? I don't recall seeing any back there but I normally park up front.

I'll bring some of the creature comforts (fan, coffe maker, etc. )with me with they do.

Otherwise, I guess we'll have to have Tribble make a breakfast run or LilRed can bring us coffee and donuts in the morning. [:D] [:))]

:toetap: I see my donut-fetching reputation at NVCC autoXs has started you thinking...



Somehow I knew that would warrant a comment. [:D] [;)]

[LilRedCorvette]

Does anyone know if the camp sites off the pit area has any electrical hookups? I don't recall seeing any back there but I normally park up front.

I'll bring some of the creature comforts (fan, coffe maker, etc. )with me with they do.

Otherwise, I guess we'll have to have Tribble make a breakfast run or LilRed can bring us coffee and donuts in the morning. [:D] [:))]

:toetap: I see my donut-fetching reputation at NVCC autoXs has started you thinking...



Somehow I knew that would warrant a comment. [:D] [;)]

You just love to push those buttons, don'tchya?

[Black396]

[O:)] Absolutely! [>:D<] [>:D<] [>:D<]

[C5inWV]

Mike, I don't think there are hook ups out in the grass, except for over in the area where the RV's park.
We could always use a generator, if necessary.
You know they will have us packed like sardines, so I agree an early arrival may be best. The most recent email showed all of the HPDE slots full. I think all of the instructor slots are also full. It will be more crowded than ever.

[LilRedCorvette]

[O:)] Absolutely! [>:D<] [>:D<] [>:D<]

Ack, that's OK, [:x] anyway.... [:))]

[Black396]

Mike, I don't think there are hook ups out in the grass, except for over in the area where the RV's park.
We could always use a generator, if necessary.
You know they will have us packed like sardines, so I agree an early arrival may be best. The most recent email showed all of the HPDE slots full. I think all of the instructor slots are also full. It will be more crowded than ever.

Yeah, they are saying that they won't let us in until after 6:00pm due to the FATT that Friday but I'm planning on leaving straight from work (about 2:00). Beat the traffice out maybe and grab a bite in town before heading to the gate. If I'm in line by 5:00 or so should be good.

I'm hoping we can get all the way over to the west end by turn 3 just off the blacktop area. That way we should max out on the shade in the afternoon.

[wazzzup]

Mike,

Brian said he's going to be there around 6 also. He had mentioned something about a shaded area in the back. I'm supposed to meet him up there to pay for the tires. Hope to see you all up there.

[z06racing]

Mike,

Brian said he's going to be there around 6 also.

George......I have a small HONDA generator I can bring along for those creature comforts...

Are we cookin and all? I have an old Coleman gas stove used way back in the dark ages in scouting...right after we stopped rubbing two sticks together.. [:))]


A side note: I havent heard from the guy working on my trailer what happend on way home from HPDE....the brakes hung up and got mighty red hot... but I can tell ya... no trailer and I wont be able to make it.... its just too far to risk that... [:(]

[Black396]

George......I have a small HONDA generator I can bring along for those creature comforts...

Are we cookin and all? I have an old Coleman gas stove used way back in the dark ages in scouting...right after we stopped rubbing two sticks together.. [:))]

I was thinking about getting one of the small generators but was worried about how loud they might be. I have never heard one of the small ones, but the one the club has is crazy loud.

I hadn't thought about cooking. That would require pots / pans and I threw my leather ones out when metal was invented. <grin>

A side note: I havent heard from the guy working on my trailer what happend on way home from HPDE....the brakes hung up and got mighty red hot... but I can tell ya... no trailer and I wont be able to make it.... its just too far to risk that... [:(]

See if you can get in touch with him and get a status. If I need to pick up those brake hubs and overnight them to you I can.

[C5inWV]

Come to think of it, there are electrical outlets on the right side of the paddock. It is as close to shade as we'll get. Usually the Porsches or Cobras park there, but if we move in early we may be able to stake claim to an area.
I have a generator similar to the club's, but it is very loud. I'll bring it if needed.
I'll try to get there Friday PM as well, but 7:30 is more likely.

[Black396]

Come to think of it, there are electrical outlets on the right side of the paddock. It is as close to shade as we'll get.

Do you mean along the fence across from the tech shed or down the pavement next to the trees? I've got 150' of extention cord so if we can get remotely close to an open outlet we should be good. I think it was about $20.00 a day last year. I piggy-backed on someone else and gave them $20.00 on Sunday for the weekend.

[Black396]

NASA just posted the paddock map on their event page.

http://www.nasaracing.net/HyperFest_July_05/hfest_paddock_map2.jpg

I was thinking about trying to get into the G8-G9, H8-H9 area. We can set up there and stage the cars out of the F9 area.

[JaxVette]

Mike,

I'm planning on leaving Richmond no later than 1PM next Friday. Which should put me at the gate about 4PM. I've got a 5KW generator in the trailer that we can use and I'm bringing the big cooler with "racing hydration fluids" and adult beverages for the evening. See you in line I guess and I'll plan on parking in the G 8&9 area. Later - Jack -

[Black396]

Works for me Jack. We'll see you Friday about 4 - 5 then.

[C5inWV]

That looks like a plan [B-)]

[Black396]

Driver's list has been posted on the NASA site (http://www.nasaracing.net/HyperFest_July_05/event.htm) now.

Driver's List (http://www.nasaracing.net/HyperFest_July_05/Drivers7-7.xls) {right click, save as, to see the list}

[z06racing]

[:((] WELL, got a call from my trailer repair shop today and the axle needs to be replaced AGAIN.... Just put that in right before our
HPDE in June.

Problem he thinks is we used the old bearing, hub assembly which was in the accident... and even tho it LOOKED ok, it
took the 250 miles down and 200 miles back for it to heat up and seize.

The axle was specially made in GA; and I cannot locate one closer to home.

I have contacted NASA and regretably withdrawn from the schedule.

You guys gotta report back here as to what I missed... [:(]

[Black396]

Bad news Brian, that sucks. I hate to hear it.

We'll let you know how things go and look forward to seeing you at the next one.

[z06racing]

that sucks.

MIKE: George mentioned the NOV HPDE.....we will close the year out in style...

I hope NASA gets someone to instruct my two students.... Hated to leave them down as well....

You guys be safe!!!

[wazzzup]

Brian, I see you got my e-mail. Cool [B-)] Just let me know what you want to do.

[Black396]

that sucks.

MIKE: George mentioned the NOV HPDE.....we will close the year out in style...

I hope NASA gets someone to instruct my two students.... Hated to leave them down as well....

You guys be safe!!!

I think they got another instructor. At least the web site says that there is a waiting list for instructors now.

See you for Spook if not before... [B-)]

[z06racing]

I think they got another instructor. At least the web site says that there is a waiting list for instructors now.See you for Spook if not before... [B-)]

OK MIKE... be safe on the track! Will see you all in OCT for sure.. Cant wait to see your posts on the weekend.... [:D]

[wazzzup]

OK guys, other that being hot, and humid how did everyone fair this weekend?

[LilRedCorvette]

Ack. Wish I had just done this event instead...my drag day got cancelled. [:(]

If only I had a crystal ball....