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Old 11-21-2008 | 01:51 AM
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I'm leaving right now....see some of you guys tomorrow and the rest of you Saturday. I've got internet in my RV so I might be checking in with road and weather reports if anyone needs them.

Looks like my final route is going to be 65S to Inianapolis and then 70 E.
Kick some 55 butt Mr. Jim,, Good luck to all. Live updates PLEASE..
Old 11-21-2008 | 02:04 AM
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Old 11-21-2008 | 02:04 AM
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Old 11-21-2008 | 02:09 AM
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I'm still rolling... 30 miles east of Cleveland. I hit a few areas of light snow in indiana but have managed to average 61 mph with this big pig, any of you IL or MI guys wondering about rods they are fine even at these late hours...so no excuses not to make the trip.
Old 11-21-2008 | 02:30 AM
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Originally Posted by jrcart
I'm still rolling... 30 miles east of Cleveland. I hit a few areas of light snow in indiana but have managed to average 61 mph with this big pig, any of you IL or MI guys wondering about rods they are fine even at these late hours...so no excuses not to make the trip.
Will four 5 gallon mini drums of VP Race fuel fit in the trunk of a C63?

Who's going to get the most speeding tickets back/forth?

How do MT DRs like the snow?

Marko if you still want to meet up on the East side hit me up. I should be good to go by 2pm EST.
Old 11-21-2008 | 02:56 AM
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I can't sleep. lol.


ALi is passed out upstairs, we still have to stop at the dealership in the morning. He ****ed up something from his fog light grill while picking me up from my house.

Anyone down for lunch around 3ish, pm me. Safe Travels to All.
Old 11-21-2008 | 07:40 AM
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Hi, two questions
how much to race? 100 or 200, i kept reading through theses seeing different numbers so..?
and i'll be running high 13's if not low 14's probably just a bit over 100, do i need to bring a helmet? or can i borrow one from a some else or does the track rent them out?
actually 3 questions, can my friend bring his evo 9 mr? it's in the shop but suppose to get out today.
Old 11-21-2008 | 08:23 AM
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Im getting up there late Friday night like around 12 ish. Going to be starving after 4+ hours of driving, any good places to get some food and some drinks?
Old 11-21-2008 | 08:37 AM
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Ok...so I lied, I ended up stopping tp sleep for the night 50 miles or so past Cleveland and woke up to about 2 inches on the ground, its snowing lightly but roads are not bad. Radar say I should be past it soon. Chicago guys, if you can take the south route through Indy it should be dry, but I'm no weatherman so watch tv to form your own decisions

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Old 11-21-2008 | 10:44 AM
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Originally Posted by MHP
Will four 5 gallon mini drums of VP Race fuel fit in the trunk of a C63?

Who's going to get the most speeding tickets back/forth?

How do MT DRs like the snow?

Marko if you still want to meet up on the East side hit me up. I should be good to go by 2pm EST.
Yes they should fit.

Hopefully nobody will get any.

They dont like snow at all.

Is Marko out here? He might wanna go to the supra meet with us tonight
Originally Posted by greg12m3
Hi, two questions
how much to race? 100 or 200, i kept reading through theses seeing different numbers so..?
and i'll be running high 13's if not low 14's probably just a bit over 100, do i need to bring a helmet? or can i borrow one from a some else or does the track rent them out?
actually 3 questions, can my friend bring his evo 9 mr? it's in the shop but suppose to get out today.
$100 to race.

Anything lower than 14s requires a helmet. You can probably borrow one form someone else. I know the rent out helmets at test and tunes but I'm not sure about rentals.

Yes your buddy can bring his Evo, there will be a couple others.
Originally Posted by Salerno713
Im getting up there late Friday night like around 12 ish. Going to be starving after 4+ hours of driving, any good places to get some food and some drinks?
Where are you staying? That late at night its gonna be hard finding a nice place to eat. Its not liek NY, this city actually sleeps
Originally Posted by jrcart
Ok...so I lied, I ended up stopping tp sleep for the night 50 miles or so past Cleveland and woke up to about 2 inches on the ground, its snowing lightly but roads are not bad. Radar say I should be past it soon. Chicago guys, if you can take the south route through Indy it should be dry, but I'm no weatherman so watch tv to form your own decisions
Be careful in the snow Jim, see ya soon. By the way, some of the local guys are having a meet tonight if you wanna come out. It involves cars and runs, its a supra meet really. Only problem is its going to be COLDDDD
Old 11-21-2008 | 10:50 AM
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Old 11-21-2008 | 10:57 AM
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ahmed sorry i wont be albe to come got so problems here at the restaurant and at home so its ganna be hard for me. please donate my money for some strippers or food or something for the fellas. sorry guys takes alot of videos for me thanks. hagi
Sucks you cant make it! Thanks for the donation. There will be a couple people filming pretty much the whole event.


As I said earlier, track temps will be very cold. Dress appropriately and be careful since the track may be slippery because of the cold. MIR will do their best to make the track hook for us
Old 11-21-2008 | 11:06 AM
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My car isnt feeling that strong these days, I have a feeling traction is going to be an issue for me tomorrow as well. If I can go low 11's i will be happy. Looks like the weather is on our side!!
Old 11-21-2008 | 11:27 AM
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Hey guys I think I'm gonna come out there tomorrow but ain't gonna be on the track just put some rims on my car but how much does it cost to come and watch?
Old 11-21-2008 | 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by XtinaNoel
Hey guys I think I'm gonna come out there tomorrow but ain't gonna be on the track just put some rims on my car but how much does it cost to come and watch?
$10
Old 11-21-2008 | 11:39 AM
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Originally Posted by blackbenzz
Sucks you cant make it! Thanks for the donation. There will be a couple people filming pretty much the whole event.


As I said earlier, track temps will be very cold. Dress appropriately and be careful since the track may be slippery because of the cold. MIR will do their best to make the track hook for us
Air temps are looking much lower than they were predicting earlier in the week however the are calling for very sunny conditions now vs partly cloudy predictions earlier in the week, hopefully the sun will help get the track temps up since the air temps will not.
Old 11-21-2008 | 11:46 AM
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Ok thanks see yous all tomorrow
Old 11-21-2008 | 11:49 AM
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marko,
are you going to spray?
No nitrous on the car yet.
Old 11-21-2008 | 12:51 PM
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ROAST THOSE TIRES BOYS and get ready to break records.

Oh, and someone have extra "palm greasing" cash in case they decide not to spray the track.

I blew out my back so I will be basically sitting on the couch doing nothing this weekend. If anyone wants to text me some times or relay info, I would be more than happy to be the broadcaster of info.

PM me if you need me.

Back to Rum and Pain Pills.

KIDDING!!! it's gin
Old 11-21-2008 | 12:52 PM
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Originally Posted by JAYCL600
My car isnt feeling that strong these days, I have a feeling traction is going to be an issue for me tomorrow as well. If I can go low 11's i will be happy. Looks like the weather is on our side!!
I'll be looking for a bottle and mid 10s from you. I've got my eye on you Fawker.
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ROAST THOSE TIRES BOYS and get ready to break records.

Oh, and someone have extra "palm greasing" cash in case they decide not to spray the track.

I blew out my back so I will be basically sitting on the couch doing nothing this weekend. If anyone wants to text me some times or relay info, I would be more than happy to be the broadcaster of info.

PM me if you need me.

Back to Rum and Pain Pills.

KIDDING!!! it's gin
Jim,
I'll call you with the details.

Thanks
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Old 11-21-2008 | 01:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Jakpro1
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-1058ft

ROAST THOSE TIRES BOYS and get ready to break records.

Oh, and someone have extra "palm greasing" cash in case they decide not to spray the track.

I blew out my back so I will be basically sitting on the couch doing nothing this weekend. If anyone wants to text me some times or relay info, I would be more than happy to be the broadcaster of info.

PM me if you need me.

Back to Rum and Pain Pills.

KIDDING!!! it's gin
I have a 3G phone, I checked the nationwide 3G coverage map and it show the track is in the 3G network coverage area, my friend will be posting some updates throughout the day. I am posting this from my phone...no need for wireless internet cards or wifi anymore...gotta love technology
Old 11-21-2008 | 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by jrcart
I have a 3G phone, I checked the nationwide 3G coverage map and it show the track is in the 3G network coverage area, my friend will be posting some updates throughout the day. I am posting this from my phone...no need for wireless internet cards or wifi anymore...gotta love technology
The Chicago contingent is watching closely Jimmy!!! We're on the 3G bandwagen!! PM us some "Club " action please!!

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If anyone has any 1/2" or bigger spacers that they can bring to the track that would be awesome. I will be running around looking for some tonight. CCW screwed up on the offset!
Old 11-21-2008 | 06:36 PM
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Originally Posted by blackbenzz
If anyone has any 1/2" or bigger spacers that they can bring to the track that would be awesome. I will be running around looking for some tonight. CCW screwed up on the offset!
That's a bummer! Good luck with the search!

Given the cold weather tomorrow, is there any point in being at the track when the gates open at 9:00 AM? Or should we show up later after the sun has done its thing?


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