Drift Association's Grip Day 2 - 11/28-29

[DJPimpFlex]

Originally Posted by xpertsnowcarver

I have a video up as well. According to my friends, My best time was a 1:32.3

You really need to work on your shifting and rev matching imo. Thats probably why you were having clutch issues.

Edit: roll your fenders too

[xpertsnowcarver]

Originally Posted by DJPimpFlex

You really need to work on your shifting and rev matching imo. Thats probably why you were having clutch issues.

Edit: roll your fenders too

Fenders are rolled. I raised the car and purchased stiffer sway bars to increase the spring rate to avoid rubbing the fender or top of the wheel-well, but I still have a considerable amount of roll. I may replace the front springs for 9kg springs.
Clutch is made of Kevlar. Don't really care about it over heating or glazing. I was intentionally shifting quickly just to get the quickest lap time I could. I'll be getting a carbon clutch kit soon.

I value your input; thank you.

[DJPimpFlex]

Originally Posted by xpertsnowcarver

Fenders are rolled. I raised the car and purchased stiffer sway bars to increase the spring rate to avoid rubbing the fender or top of the wheel-well, but I still have a considerable amount of roll. I may replace the front springs for 9kg springs.
Clutch is made of Kevlar. Don't really care about it over heating or glazing. I was intentionally shifting quickly just to get the quickest lap time I could. I'll be getting a carbon clutch kit soon.

I value your input; thank you.

I'm talking about corner entry and decelleraion. Under brakeing you don't heel toe downshift, and you acually lock up the rear wheels slipping the clutch. You need to rev match when down shifting. this unsettled the car and puts wear on the clutch and drive train. Just an observation

[xpertsnowcarver]

Originally Posted by DJPimpFlex

I'm talking about corner entry and decelleraion. Under brakeing you don't heel toe downshift, and you acually lock up the rear wheels slipping the clutch. You need to rev match when down shifting. this unsettled the car and puts wear on the clutch and drive train. Just an observation

Oh! Right right, I clearly see what you're saying. Yes, I do need to work on that. I was actually trying to heel toe, but I'll admit I'm no pro at it. This is why we need more grip events, so I may practice.

[xpertsnowcarver]

lol. Thank you. I am SR, but no turbo.

I was too hesitant to meet every person, since it was my first time. People had more than one set of tires, tools and jacks at hand, and talking to amongst themselves. I didn't know how to approach. I didn't have any of that, lol.

[Paul2x]

Originally Posted by xpertsnowcarver

lol. Thank you. I am SR, but no turbo.

I was too hesitant to meet every person, since it was my first time. People had more than one set of tires, tools and jacks at hand, and talking to amongst themselves. I didn't know how to approach. I didn't have any of that, lol.

lol my bad thats what i ment =).

Sweet build though. I'll be sure to swing by next time I see you out.

[allmotorking]

hey man,

i met you and your dad on sat. i was in the red m3 along w/ the other live sockets yahoos next to you. haha.

[xpertsnowcarver]

Hi Twee (I apologize if I have your name incorrect or spelled it incorrectly). Yea, my father was not reluctant at all in introducing himself. I didn't know the other also worked with you.

I was just watching the 'Bugatti vs Lake' video on your website. lol. Looks like lake wins.

[xpertsnowcarver]

Thanks. Yes, I only attended Saturday. By the time the day was over, I wanted to attend Sunday, but I ran out of money.

I'll have to dedicate myself to meet everyone at the next event, which I look forward to participating in.

[turbocrazy07]

I gotta agree with xpertsnowcarver, I should have gone around to meet some people but was a little shy with it being my first track day and feeling like a noob watching people and their trailers. Definitely will have to do otherwise next time, met Tom tho- super chill guy.

[Massimo Power]

It was a very very fun day... glad i couold attend...

I think ill be in the market for an s chassis soon...

[Paul2x]

Originally Posted by Massimo Power

It was a very very fun day... glad i couold attend...

I think ill be in the market for an s chassis soon...

OOHHH Snapp!! LOL

[S14Cuhh]

i loved this event last year. sad i didnt go this year :[

[DJ PoW]

massimo as in white evo?

[Massimo Power]

Originally Posted by DJ PoW

massimo as in white evo?

Yes zir..

The name Chris Billedo sounds familiar...

Not a bad time for street tires huh...

R comps and ur going down Paul... maybe if a lose a little weight too >

[DJ PoW]

Originally Posted by Massimo Power

Yes zir..

The name Chris Billedo sounds familiar...

Not a bad time for street tires huh...

R comps and ur going down Paul... maybe if a lose a little weight too >

yes! i was that little red civic that beat you at adams! haha

I also ran that willow springs event with you with redline in may!

how are you bro?! i forgot your name

[Massimo Power]

Originally Posted by DJ PoW

yes! i was that little red civic that beat you at adams! haha

I also ran that willow springs event with you with redline in may!

how are you bro?! i forgot your name

LOL...

Whats up man...

My name is Mauricio.. and yea i remember you now..

Ive been good just hangin out sellin parts and workin on cars as usual. Getting ready for next year as well. My 3yr old tires have had about enough... need to get in the game and buy some new tires, upgrade my suspension and work a little on weight reduction n see what happens..

With the help of some sponsors anything is possible..

How bout yourself?

[DJ PoW]

Originally Posted by Massimo Power

LOL...

Whats up man...

My name is Mauricio.. and yea i remember you now..

Ive been good just hangin out sellin parts and workin on cars as usual. Getting ready for next year as well. My 3yr old tires have had about enough... need to get in the game and buy some new tires, upgrade my suspension and work a little on weight reduction n see what happens..

With the help of some sponsors anything is possible..

How bout yourself?

im doing great also, the civic is going to get a complete new set up. its stock at the moment, just seeing what other companies can do for me. im actually building a 240 at the moment but its not going to well.

[S14Cuhh]

whoa . watching joels video the s-turn after the back straight was resurfaced?
thats good. their was a scary hole there

[junkyiv]

That hole is still there. I dropped a tire into it 2nd to last session on Sunday. OOPS! I'm really glad
to hear that you all had a good time. That's really what its all about. Perhaps if the interest keeps up
we can do more events in 2010. What say you all!?

Originally Posted by S14Cuhh

whoa . watching joels video the s-turn after the back straight was resurfaced?
thats good. their was a scary hole there

[Yeap]

Originally Posted by junkyiv

That hole is still there. I dropped a tire into it 2nd to last session on Sunday. OOPS! I'm really glad
to hear that you all had a good time. That's really what its all about. Perhaps if the interest keeps up
we can do more events in 2010. What say you all!?

YES!!! more grip events!

[silsx13]

Originally Posted by junkyiv

That hole is still there. I dropped a tire into it 2nd to last session on Sunday. OOPS! I'm really glad
to hear that you all had a good time. That's really what its all about. Perhaps if the interest keeps up
we can do more events in 2010. What say you all!?

You made a hole on the track Tom??? Eh, no wonder I couldn't get a faster lap time! hahaha j/k =P

I 2nd the notion of doing more grip events- Maybe make it a semi-annual thang with one in the Spring and the other in the fall.

Oh and wanted to thank Driftday and Naoki and of course, you Tom for putting on the event! Was sooo much fun and wouldn't hesitate to do it again.

I have this desire to go faster at SOW because of Mr. Johnson posting a 1:30 KA time, haha. Something to look up to and shoot for. =)

[racepar1]

Originally Posted by UNITEDMASTER

That is what I was thinking also . I was gonna ask if the said presures were hot or cold?? Just to be clear before I say something.

Really all this talk about cold pressures is absolutely meaningless. It's all about hot pressures. I'm going to have to start recording hot tire pressure and temperature readings from now on to get where I want to go.

Originally Posted by Massimo Power

Teehee i found me!..

That was kinda cute! LOL!

Originally Posted by junkyiv

Perhaps if the interest keeps up
we can do more events in 2010. What say you all!?

I will kill you and Naoki in the face if you guys don't keep this up... One of these times I'll actually make it out, I promise.

[junkyiv]

Originally Posted by racepar1

I will kill you and Naoki in the face if you guys don't keep this up....

NOT IN THE FACE!!!!!! LoL

Seriously all of your responses are indicative of the kind of interest we need to keep up.
These events are absolutely dependant upon entries so be sure to keep your eyes on the
forums and spread the word when you see our events posted. We'll be working on future
events in the upcoming weeks/months so don't forget to check in. We love this as much
as you! And it was great to finally meet some of you face to face. I hope to see you all
again soon and meet more of you.

[UNITEDMASTER]

Originally Posted by racepar1

Really all this talk about cold pressures is absolutely meaningless. It's all about hot pressures. I'm going to have to start recording hot tire pressure and temperature readings from now on to get where I want to go.



That was kinda cute! LOL!



I will kill you and Naoki in the face if you guys don't keep this up... One of these times I'll actually make it out, I promise.

Trust me I know that its all about hot pres & temps. But you need to know where you started at,so that you can monitor/see/record the pres build up, & be in the ballpark to begin with so that you are not excessivly bleeding down or come in way under the hot target if that matters to you, if not disregard.Whats the value to you I dont know but meaningless I dont think so. Just my opinion Ya need to know where ya started at to acheive what you want and keep absolute accurate data just my way of thinking.

PAUL2X- Hey are you using nitrogen or reg air PM me

[Massimo Power]

Teehee i found me!.. God that pic is awesome...

But i cant wait to join the S-Chassis crowd.. that will definetly be fun. Looks like you guys had a blast out there..

[`iCED]

Wow, looks awesome. Wish I would of had cash that day.

[xpertsnowcarver]

I would attend once a month.

[koukikat180sx]

Thank you everyone who came out to support and drive this event.

Maybe we're going to look into having a buttonwillow event next year!

Special thanks to Vanessa for coming out, kicking ass and representing girl drivers.

[autobahNESSA]

Originally Posted by koukikat180sx

Thank you everyone who came out to support and drive this event.

Maybe we're going to look into having a buttonwillow event next year!

Special thanks to Vanessa for coming out, kicking ass and representing girl drivers.

AWW consider my heart melted!!! I have been absolutely on cloud 9 after this event.

A buttonwillow event would be SO much fun! I will go to every one of these events with you guys, please have more!

I tried to upload my vid on youtube but I think I have it encoded in a wrong format or something since it's getting errors halfway through I noticed how bad I need to improve on my lines lol Hopefully I can show you all real soon.