Mojave Mile
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Mojave Mile
Any E55s ever run this 1 mile event: http://www.mojavemile.com? I did a search and it looks like a BS did: https://mbworld.org/forums/clk63-bla...-3-6-10-a.html. But, no other threads about this event.
I am asking b/c I am planning on running it in my wagon. I have run plenty of 1/4s but never a 1 mile. I was hoping someone who has run this event or any other 1 mile event (like the Texas mile), can give me some tips, tricks, suggestions or anything else that might help a newbie to the 1 miler.
For example:
1. I have a front CF lip on my wagon. Should I take it off for the 1 mile run?
2. Besides gloves and DOT approved full face helmet, do I need to have a full safety suit?
Thanks ahead for any responses and help.
I am asking b/c I am planning on running it in my wagon. I have run plenty of 1/4s but never a 1 mile. I was hoping someone who has run this event or any other 1 mile event (like the Texas mile), can give me some tips, tricks, suggestions or anything else that might help a newbie to the 1 miler.
For example:
1. I have a front CF lip on my wagon. Should I take it off for the 1 mile run?
2. Besides gloves and DOT approved full face helmet, do I need to have a full safety suit?
Thanks ahead for any responses and help.
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i dont think you need a full suit unless you run over 190mph. jacket recommended but not req at the speed you will run. long sleeves, closed toe shoes , no shorts, no nylon. depending on the speed you are shooting for a cage may be req. you will need a fire extinguisher which you can tie wrap to the pass. seatbelt. you will have to pass tech so ensure your brakes, tires, wheels, latches are all in top shape. no fluids leaking at all and you should be golden. im guessing your looking at the 170 to 180 speed so tech should be standard.
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i dont think you need a full suit unless you run over 190mph. jacket recommended but not req at the speed you will run. long sleeves, closed toe shoes , no shorts, no nylon. depending on the speed you are shooting for a cage may be req. you will need a fire extinguisher which you can tie wrap to the pass. seatbelt. you will have to pass tech so ensure your brakes, tires, wheels, latches are all in top shape. no fluids leaking at all and you should be golden. im guessing your looking at the 170 to 180 speed so tech should be standard.
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This is near me, problem last year were all of the stipulations, it was not worth it. Hopefully they make things easier this year, if so, I will be there.
Last edited by pearlpower; Jul 15, 2011 at 02:23 AM.
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Stipulations? Can you provide some more info for a newbie? I will be attending, so the more info from those in the know the better. Thanks.
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I am also planning to go there and run my E63 Wagon.
They still have not published the Rules and Regulations for the October event
http://www.mojavemile.com/
They still have not published the Rules and Regulations for the October event
http://www.mojavemile.com/
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I am also planning to go there and run my E63 Wagon.
They still have not published the Rules and Regulations for the October event
http://www.mojavemile.com/
They still have not published the Rules and Regulations for the October event
http://www.mojavemile.com/
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They published the October Rules today, downloaded them here:
http://www.mojavemile.com/Mojave_Mil...T2011v4pt0.pdf
http://www.mojavemile.com/Mojave_Mil...T2011v4pt0.pdf
Last edited by timeToy; Jul 21, 2011 at 07:34 PM.
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They published the October Rules today, downloaded them here:
http://www.mojavemile.com/Mojave_Mil...T2011v4pt0.pdf
http://www.mojavemile.com/Mojave_Mil...T2011v4pt0.pdf
Thanks!
