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Thanks to everyone for the help! What cars do people usually drive? and I have a 350 hp RX7. |
For the most part, I'd still say that the majority of cars at the autox are Hondas (Civics of all kinds and S2k) and Mazdas (Miatas of all generations and some Mazda3's), with Subarus also being quite common in the winter series. That is not to say there aren't other cars. From Corollas (not the Hachi Roku) to Porsches to GTRs, basically if you see them on road, there is a good chance you'll see them at the autox. Also, you have probably heard this before, but horsepower isn't super important in autox. That is not to say it is not important -- it certainly is. But driver skill is the #1 determining factor. Additionally, I would also say tires and suspension tuning place higher up the list than horsepower as well. |
^ What Traum said. Some of the fastest people I've seen - the Yeung brothers - drive a stock Mini Cooper (non-S, so 112hp) with fat tires and post incredible raw times, before they even get indexed. Technique is the most important part of autocross. |
I found at UBCSCC, a lot more FRS (and one BRZ) are coming out - which I think is good. You kinda get tired of the same Miatas after a while.... not that they're not awesome. If you get a chance to go for a ride in some of the cars that people bring in, do it. Ask politely, and most people will let you come for a ride. I still remember being in a Lotus Elise with Racing Compound tires... Maybe it's because there's nothing to hold onto inside the car, but I don't think I've ever felt that many lateral G's in anything else... |
man i'm getting an auto x boner already. i'm definitely doing this once my crx is done! |
The nice guys at the Porsche Club autocrosses also allow non-Porsches to run. :) Just remember everyone, exhaust and tire noise is a serious issue we have to contend with and we take it very seriously. Don't be offended if you are approached about a load exhaust or over-driving causing too much tire squeal. Please co-operate so we can all continue to enjoy the facility. |
I took my boat to auto-x with pca.. great bunch of guys |
can convertibles participate in events like this as well? my car has a stock roll bar system as well |
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When does the UBCSCC start their non slush series events? |
If any of you come over to the Island, Victoria Motorsports Club runs events too. Our next event is Sunday March 3rd at Western Speedway. Check out vmsc.ca or our Facebook page for more info. |
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Another question, you guys must have helmets that can be rented or used? I am going to try and auto x as much as possible this year. I need to start figuring this all out. I am going to be in town this weekend and seen this event and instantly knew I had to enter my 97 integra LS bone stock with 360 000ks on it but tech would rip it to pieces. No handbrake either and 3 of the 4 calipers are currently working.:failed: |
I don't think they would refund you, but if you speak to the club execs, and they might credit you for a future event. Don't quote me on that though - but if you speak nicely to the execs, I could see this happening. They have helmets you can borrow there. I hope your Integra isn't the car with cracks all over it.... |
I live in the interior so I doubt you have seen my DD, but it is definitely a beast: http://i645.photobucket.com/albums/u...psba3df620.jpg I would love to add auto x to its bucket list but I know it would waste techs time. I have another integra that is not my DD that I am planning on running this year. Not quite car season though. |
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who's gonna go check out or participate in the slush event tomorrow? |
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Anybody else come out today? Super wet day, but t'was a really fun course. |
I really enjoyed the turns today haha had a blast with the rain. Good times with buddies :fullofwin: Working sorta sucked. Jeans got soaked just standing there grabbing cones LOL |
pictures? |
Honestly, I actually brought my camera out, but it was just so miserable out that on my break, I just sat and slept in my car. |
Looks fun! So nice to see that the frs/brz/gt86 is doing so well. A car that doesnt care about the magazines figures. Hopefully this will make nissan bring something back which is already kinda known, and honda. |
Nice pics Spoon! Yeah, it was a bit damp :P Here's what it looked like from onboard my run in that S2000 The grey STi, which took the fastest time of the day And the silver 2.5RS, which actually got the quickest Indexed time of the day - that's the fastest time when adjusting for the class of the car More video here: UBCSCC Slush 6 - Feb 24th, 2013 - Pictures and Videos If you're new to autocross.. don't worry, the course is a lot easier to follow when you're actually there and you've done some walk-arounds. Driving in the wet is pretty fun, but hopefully it'll be a bit less damp this time. It really should be called the UBCSCC Rain Series :) Next event is March 10th. Signup info is here: UBCSCC Slush Series #7 - Sun, Mar 10th, 2013 [Double Pad] |
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