Yeah-all those reqs kick out a lot of stock people...i mean, how many of us have that stuff just laying around?! Just wanna drive fast-once-(maybe:-). Twice if i like it...:driving:
And Bonzo-we aint even discussing 69 ;)

@ Bonzo ""Then again I'm wondering on how they monitor it. If you only sign up for 135 and manage 155, what are they going to do to you? Really?""

Im thinking it just cost you 200 bucks + fuel + club fee to run your car to 155...cheaper than losing your license if caught running 155mph on SR-32 or I-75... But gawd what a rush!!!
:driving::happydance::eek:

:(

:crying:

I guess you have to weigh the odds and just go with what ever you feel comfortable with.

Not comfy w any of it yet-hence running in the car w/ hubby reminding me of the mechanics...drove a Z28 before having my first daughter, been driving hondas since, i have a need for the speed again though-:happydance: and i am def obsessed w this car and what it will do-could be trouble if im not careful ;) mid-life crisis -?!

Okay!!!!!!
 

So I went to this on Saturday so I have a bit more to report.

First of all, it's very laid back a casual. There are all kinds of cars and bikes, everything you can imagine. Slow & fast, high quality & pieces of junk, race cars & stock cars; you name it, it was there. I certainly would not feel out of place or uncomfortable running my Z there.

Second, they have max of 175 registrations each weekend, and that $200 covers you for as many times as you can race. It's not just one pull, it's how fast the line goes and how many times you want to get back in line. I was only there Saturday for about 3 hours and I saw several cars make 3 runs in that time; others only 1 or 2.

What I would strongly recommend is doing what I did (which is what my nephew suggested). Pay the $10 per person just to watch for a day. Drive using a vehicle that you can take a bicycle along so you can park then just ride around to see the sights. Pack yourself a cooler with drinks and sandwiches etc for food. Bring some binoculars, and if you have it, a radio to pick up the announcer (not sure what kind, it was my nephews but that could be looked into). That way you can hear the speeds the vehicles end up making.

We only stayed about 3 hours (my nephew and his day were there all day) and it was certainly a fun way to spend a Saturday. I wouldn't say it's a total blast, but it was fun and interesting and entertaining for sure. Go to meet lots of nice people who are into their cars and bikes and it was just a casual fun day. It's a real cast of characters for sure.

And THEN, if you feel you like the idea, sign up and race the next time. I know I'm considering it now. Need to check the rule book more thoroughly first, but I'm certainly more interested than I was.

Cheers ---- Bonzo:tup:

:tiphat:
I couldn't convince my husband to abandon yard work etc...:-)
I too am definitely interested. I will check web page for nxt run date.
Thx for posting!

Event Search Results

Check out this site...did you know this existed? a group on FB I belong to posted it...autoX in Wilmington this weekend.

I've never done that either but it looks like fun.

Your turn to do some research and see how much it costs rules etc. ;)

I'll see what i can dig up. ;)

Miami Valley Sports Car Club
What is Autocross/AutoX? - Miami Valley Sports Car Club
NASA Time Trial
Some initial links from the miami valley sports car club...MVSCC is the sponsor of the autoX events in wilmington, they also do some at kil-kare in Xenia...rules look complicated? Will post more tomorrow-getting late:-)

:happydance:
(Speed rated tires)
This came up in a conversation I had this morning with a co-worker who actually participates in autoX...he said it is a blast and if it is not an SCCA sanctioned event it can be pretty cheap to participate. I will post more when I get time to look at the MVSCC site some more...ciao!


Beginning in 1991, the speed symbol denoting a fixed maximum speed capability of new tires must be shown only in the speed rating portion of the tire's service description, such as 225/50R16 89S. The most common tire speed rating symbols, maximum speeds and typical applications are shown below:

L 75 mph 120 km/h Off-Road & Light Truck Tires
M 81 mph 130 km/h
N 87 mph 140km/h Temporary Spare Tires
P 93 mph 150 km/h
Q 99 mph 160 km/h Studless & Studdable Winter Tires
R 106 mph 170 km/h H.D. Light Truck Tires
S 112 mph 180 km/h Family Sedans & Vans
T 118 mph 190 km/h Family Sedans & Vans
U 124 mph 200 km/h
H 130 mph 210 km/h Sport Sedans & Coupes
V 149 mph 240 km/h Sport Sedans, Coupes & Sports Cars


When Z-speed rated tires were first introduced, they were thought to reflect the highest tire speed rating that would ever be required, in excess of 240 km/h or 149 mph. While Z-speed rated tires are capable of speeds in excess of 149 mph, how far above 149 mph was not identified. That ultimately caused the automotive industry to add W- and Y-speed ratings to identify the tires that meet the needs of new vehicles that have extremely high top-speed capabilities.

W 168 mph 270 km/h Exotic Sports Cars
Y 186 mph 300 km/h Exotic Sports Cars

While a Z-speed rating still often appears in the tire size designation of these tires, such as 225/50ZR16 91W, the Z in the size signifies a maximum speed capability in excess of 149 mph, 240 km/h; the W in the service description indicates the tire's 168 mph, 270 km/h maximum speed.

225/50ZR16 in excess of 149 mph, 240 km/h
205/45ZR17 88W 168 mph, 270 km/h
285/35ZR19 99Y 186 mph, 300 km/h


Most recently, when the Y-speed rating indicated in a service description is enclosed in parentheses, such as 285/35ZR19 (99Y), the top speed of the tire has been tested in excess of 186 mph, 300 km/h indicated by the service description as shown below:

285/35ZR19 99Y 186 mph, 300 km/h
285/35ZR19 (99Y) in excess of 186 mph, 300 km/h


As vehicles have increased their top speeds into Autobahn-only ranges, the tire speed ratings have evolved to better identify the tires capability, allowing drivers to match the speed of their tires with the top speed of their vehicle.