How fast is it really? Find out. (Midwest)
08-02-2006, 06:11 PM
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In my 8 years racing in the Chicagoland area, I've always had a hassle at Byron.
From finding a paved area to jack the car (better now) to the unending lines, I've never had an "easy" day there. The last two full days there afforded me a total of five passes.
I've held events at US41 before and was treated like royalty.
From finding a paved area to jack the car (better now) to the unending lines, I've never had an "easy" day there. The last two full days there afforded me a total of five passes.
I've held events at US41 before and was treated like royalty.
08-02-2006, 06:20 PM
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I can't go but I agree Byron is a bit on the nasty side...well prepped and fast but a little "rustic" Its been around a long time...it has gotten better...so has Union Grove. I wish I could be there. Sounds like fun.
08-02-2006, 09:28 PM
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Originally Posted by vader
I can't go but I agree Byron is a bit on the nasty side...well prepped and fast but a little "rustic" Its been around a long time...it has gotten better...so has Union Grove. I wish I could be there. Sounds like fun.
Vader, what the heck! GO!
08-22-2006, 11:31 PM
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Bump for address info:
US 41 Dragway
2695 West 50 South
Morocco, IN 47963
If anyone wants to caravan or needs additional info, E-mail chicagox at Gmail dot com.
US 41 Dragway
2695 West 50 South
Morocco, IN 47963
If anyone wants to caravan or needs additional info, E-mail chicagox at Gmail dot com.
08-24-2006, 11:11 AM
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I just spoke to the track manager, and they indeed changed their hours to 10:00 am until 4:00 pm.
I plan on arriving right at 10 and setting up by the fence. I will have a blue E-Z-up and a few chairs. Just look for the 6'5" guy with braces.
Drag radials are in.
Wayne
I plan on arriving right at 10 and setting up by the fence. I will have a blue E-Z-up and a few chairs. Just look for the 6'5" guy with braces.
Drag radials are in.
Wayne
08-24-2006, 06:01 PM
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cool~ I was gonna install my Kleemann K2 before the track day~But i still havent gotten my parts yet!! i will be gettin it on Saturday(Installation will be on Monday)~
sux 4 me~
sux 4 me~
08-24-2006, 08:51 PM
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Originally Posted by AMG Rider
Bad news~
I just checked the weather....
they say it's gonna rain whole weekend....
I just checked the weather....
they say it's gonna rain whole weekend....
family outings / plans that weekend...... F-blows... anyways, cant make it....
08-25-2006, 08:46 AM
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Originally Posted by AMG Rider
Bad news~
I just checked the weather....
they say it's gonna rain whole weekend....
I just checked the weather....
they say it's gonna rain whole weekend....
08-25-2006, 12:00 PM
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opps~they changed it again...
Am clouds and PM Sun....
nice weather for racing...
Do we need a helmet???
cuz last time i went there, it wasnt required.....
Am clouds and PM Sun....
nice weather for racing...
Do we need a helmet???
cuz last time i went there, it wasnt required.....
08-25-2006, 03:22 PM
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Equipment for racing ?
I've never been to a racetrack. I'd love to come, but I need advice on what to get...and where...and total costs for this. I have stock tires, can I still play safely ? How long does this usually take (2 hrs?).
08-25-2006, 04:10 PM
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Originally Posted by I-Doc
I've never been to a racetrack. I'd love to come, but I need advice on what to get...and where...and total costs for this. I have stock tires, can I still play safely ? How long does this usually take (2 hrs?).
All you really need is a helmet to play safly and by the rules. Bring your car, stock tires are fine. If you ever play on the street you will be in stock tires so you will have experience with them on hte track. Once at the track you can be there as long as you like, 2, 4, 6 hours. If you don't have a helmet, maybe someone can lend you theirs. I will, if it fits you. I was at Byran track and they didn't care if I had a helmet running 12.8.
08-25-2006, 09:18 PM
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Stock tires are fine, just drive AROUND the water box.
I will hold a "basics" meeting around 11:00 that should answer most Q's. That should allow everyone enough time to go through tech and come back.
I-Doc: The track is about an hour from downtown, traffic willing.
I believe that it is $25 or $30 to run all day, 5 or 10 to spectate.
I will hold a "basics" meeting around 11:00 that should answer most Q's. That should allow everyone enough time to go through tech and come back.
I-Doc: The track is about an hour from downtown, traffic willing.
I believe that it is $25 or $30 to run all day, 5 or 10 to spectate.
