slidemaster Posted September 5, 2007 Report Share Posted September 5, 2007 Sent you an e-mail. I just got a tracking # from them today, should be here Thursday or Friday. I'm in + instruction. :happy feet: edit: It also looks like I've got a Clear Bra installation lined up, so I won't be needing painter's tape I don't think.. OK your in with an instructor, but get signed up to the event at www.opentrackracing.com Just shot a video with the Ventura Star as a lead in for the event. They will be recording the event for their multimedia dept Man its close and Im getting that cant wait feeling going! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03 DSG Snake Posted September 5, 2007 Report Share Posted September 5, 2007 Ok so I have a Clear Bra installer who can do my front end up tomorrow or Friday, would this be enough protection? Are the cars even going to be close enough to warrant all the tape? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidemaster Posted September 5, 2007 Report Share Posted September 5, 2007 Here is an updated list- there could be more that I am not aware of Jon Thomas- BDX Mustang Ken Palos- BDX Mustang Jim Edison- Shelby Gt Mike Caputo-Shelby Gt500 Sam Truong- Shelby Gt500 Daniel Bashaw- Shelby Gt500 Tony Hill- Shelby Gt500 Jay Stusser- Shelby Gt500 Vern Alstot- Shelby Gt500 James Mensendiek- shelby Gt500 Humberto Villa Senior- Shelby Gt500 Armen -Gt500 Rollen Robertson-Gt500 Luis Torres-05 Mustang Gt Getting bigger! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colt Posted September 5, 2007 Report Share Posted September 5, 2007 Ok so I have a Clear Bra installer who can do my front end up tomorrow or Friday, would this be enough protection? Are the cars even going to be close enough to warrant all the tape? It need 24 hrs to fully cure. To help is to park your car under the sun. I have clear bra on my car but I still bring blue masking tape for extra protection. Better to be safe then sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03 DSG Snake Posted September 5, 2007 Report Share Posted September 5, 2007 Is taping the headlamps required by the track? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidemaster Posted September 5, 2007 Report Share Posted September 5, 2007 Is taping the headlamps required by the track?\ NO requirement at all, most dont do it. It is really a owner issue, none of the BDX customers have done it and none have had a problem. You know how it is though, the minute I say "dont waste you time", a headlight would get busted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03 DSG Snake Posted September 6, 2007 Report Share Posted September 6, 2007 Btw, How man people going are first timers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted September 6, 2007 Report Share Posted September 6, 2007 Btw, How man people going are first timers? First time for me. That's why I signed up for the driving instructions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidemaster Posted September 6, 2007 Report Share Posted September 6, 2007 First time for me. That's why I signed up for the driving instructions. Most are 1st timers, the BDX Mustang guys have had a few private lessons and will be running in Advanced or intermediate depending if they want to be challenged or have fun passing cars. BTW instruction is for all levels, I have a driving coach as well, they same one that Tony Stewart has used along with Greg Biffle, Mark Martin and others. The minute we know it all, we are toast! Also in the good news dept, temps are dropping tons! Forcast has gone to the mid 90s and 60s during the nights. Lots nicer than last weekend (110+) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidemaster Posted September 7, 2007 Report Share Posted September 7, 2007 OK about to start to load the trailer. Pop up tents.. check 3 cases of water....check compressor.....check pit bike.....check hand tools..check Video Camera.....check Camera........check you get the idea..crashing in Lancaster tonight See ya there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03 DSG Snake Posted September 7, 2007 Report Share Posted September 7, 2007 One more stupid question - Unless I'm dressed up, I never wear long sleeves. Will I be good to go if I'm wearing a normal T-shirt with jeans? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Saute Posted September 7, 2007 Report Share Posted September 7, 2007 One more stupid question - Unless I'm dressed up, I never wear long sleeves. Will I be good to go if I'm wearing a normal T-shirt with jeans? This is answered earlier in the thread. I don't think they will let it fly, it would be more comfortable though. Why not just wear the long sleeves when your driving, and change to short after. I sure envy you guys, and wish I could be there. Next time..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03 DSG Snake Posted September 7, 2007 Report Share Posted September 7, 2007 This is answered earlier in the thread. I don't think they will let it fly, it would be more comfortable though. Why not just wear the long sleeves when your driving, and change to short after. I sure envy you guys, and wish I could be there. Next time..... We do require long sleeved shirts and long pants while on the track. I'm sorry, I know it gets warm out there, but it's for your safety . Crap, there it is. All of my long sleeves are dress shirts, guess I need to go shopping after work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissyandRob2005 Posted September 8, 2007 Report Share Posted September 8, 2007 You guys have fun and keep the rubber side down, we will be thinking about you in the pool in Vegas ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moabman Posted September 8, 2007 Report Share Posted September 8, 2007 And remember - pictures & videos :happy feet: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03 DSG Snake Posted September 8, 2007 Report Share Posted September 8, 2007 I'm all set :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armen's GT-500 Posted September 8, 2007 Report Share Posted September 8, 2007 First Timer here as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbySteve Posted September 9, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2007 OK everybody, here is the day we have been waiting for!!! Saturday September 8, 2007 is GT500 day at the Willow Springs Track. Please go to opentrackracing.com and sign up and pay (190.00) for the day. Alan Crockett from Barber Racing Experience will be providing driving school for the day. To sign up and pay (250.00) for the driving school go to "barberdrivingexperience.com" or call 805-340-5110. We have informed Ford and the Shelby people of this event. It could be the biggest gathering of new GT500s on a track since the car has been on the road. Additionally the media in various forms will be attending this event. We need to be at the track by 7:30 AM or earlier. It will be a complete day so expect to be there till 5PM. We are planning to meet at the Galpin Auto Sports (GAS) parking lot between 5:30AM to 6:00 AM sharp. GAS is off the 405 freeway at Roscoe. Go East and turn right at the first light. The parking lot for GAS is on your immediate right. From GAS its about a 90 minute drive out to Willow Springs. Note: Helmets are mandatory. call open track racing for requirements 818-206-8559 IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL ME AT 805-501-8244 ShelbySteve What a day we had!! Everybody, you have to put your car on the track. Our cars handled fantastic. We used painters tape to protect the paint from rocks and debris. I was able to reach 135MPH in the front sraight. Nothing like the experience. THIS CAR IS THE BEST!!!! Thanks to Alan Crockett of Barber Racing and his staff for a great day. We learned so much. Everybody that was there please post your pictures as soon as you can. ShelbySteve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colt Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 Well I can't uploaded pictures because it only allowed 500K. I will attach some pictures to my web photo soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03 DSG Snake Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 I had a blast. I've got more photos at home I need to resize to post up here. It was good meeting you guys on Saturday. The trackside photos came out really good, I got about 12 of them on a CD to take home. I can't wait to get back on the track. :happy feet: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidemaster Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 Great job guys!! I spoke to the newspaper that was covering the event and they said they had lots of good footage. They believe their video will be available in about 2 weeks or less. Had several nice calls from you guys and believe me its appreciated. So much friggen fun, should be illegal huh! BTW we have good footage of the one and only spin from inside the car ;>) Thanks to all of you guys and wives! It was a blast and very productive. Discs will come out with your instructor comments in about a week. Be sure we have your mailing address! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03 DSG Snake Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 /\ Allan, it was a blast. My first day at the track turned from nightmare waiting to happen to a breeze. I can't wait to get back out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidemaster Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 Very cool dude! You were clean! Sometimes taking some time and getting started the right way pays dividends big time. I got a note from Paul Brown, he said he had a blast and if we do it again would join us. He is off to the NASA nationals to race a Morgan Aero 8 (one of 5 in North America) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildcat Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 Looks like that was FUN! I guess the store selling blue tape made a killing this weekend! Anybody have YouTube vids of the cars on the course? I'd love to see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moabman Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 Great photos and +1 on the youtube request Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidemaster Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 There will be more than youtube....Ventura County Star is editing a video as we write. They had a camera crew shooting video..will post a link to Barberdrivingexperience.com Also watch the "Wheels" section, I was told we have a cover story possibly even this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03 DSG Snake Posted September 18, 2007 Report Share Posted September 18, 2007 Finally got some resized and hosted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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WILDTHANG Posted September 18, 2007 Report Share Posted September 18, 2007 WOW, I'm Jealous! I love that track. There is something great about flying through turn 9 while clinching your buttcheeks, then giving it all you got down that long straight and then standing hard on the brakes, hoping the tires will hold while diving into turn 1. It looks like you guys had a good turnout. Thanks for sharing the pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidemaster Posted September 18, 2007 Report Share Posted September 18, 2007 WOW, I'm Jealous! I love that track. There is something great about flying through turn 9 while clinching your buttcheeks, then giving it all you got down that long straight and then standing hard on the brakes, hoping the tires will hold while diving into turn 1. It looks like you guys had a good turnout. Thanks for sharing the pics! Hope you make the next one! Great shots! Also check the pic thread on Willow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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