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    Lightbulb RallyCross UPDATE

    Just wanted to update y'all on progress for the Florida RallyCross: Finished speaking with the SCCA rep a few moments ago and have scheduled to get the course inspected on the 24th. If all goes well and major improvements aren't needed we should have an event towards late February or early March. I'll post more info as it becomes available.

    For those not familiar with RallyCross, it's like a performance rally course but laid out on a flat plot of land with portions of the track defined by cones rather than roads or terrain. Stock vehicles can enter and elaborate safety equipment is not required with the exception of a helmet (which are sometimes available for loan or rent). You are not also required to be an SCCA member, although the small entry fee will be slightly higher (like $5 more). Competition is determined by your time through the course, often based on multiple runs. It's a great way to learn about racing and get your feet wet without the worry of tearing up your VX. You can read more at SCCA RallyCross .

    If you have any questions at all please feel free to contact me!
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    Course inspection moved up to this Saturday, so keep your peepers peeled for a post at the end of the weekend. Woohoo!

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    Laid out a test track today and looks like we're on for RallyCross! We're shooting for a date between 4 to 8 weeks from now, so stay tuned as I'll post the date and details as soon as it's finalized. In addition to being a regular meet, the RallyCross will be a sanctioned SCCA event which means you'll get to see how your VX stacks up against other vehicles such as the WRX.

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    WOOHOO! I'm already looking at helmets :-)

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    Awesome! BTW, the helmet requirement is a minimum of Snell M95. If you think you want to get into motorsport at all shop for hemets rated Snell SA95 or better. There should be loaners available as well, but that will be confirmed as the event nears. I will be posting complete info probably within the week though, which will include complete rules and requirements for the event. Stay tuned!

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    Well, now I've just had mine idle high a couple of times so I'm thinking I may have to do the EGR/PCV/fuel filter or whatever it is to head that one off at the pass before I think about anything else. Gonna go back and check the current thread on it.

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    UPDATE: The Rallycross guy is coming up from Ft. Lauderdale tomorrow to finalize the course and go over all the paperwork and such. Looks like I'll be hosting an entire series for the region if all works out well, so I hope you guys get hooked on this as there should be plenty of competition! We should be finalizing at least the initial dates which I'll post as soon as they're confirmed.

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    whats tha possibility of flippin/rollin tha vx? ....x

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    Post 02.04.04 Update

    Okay, looks like all we're waiting for is a Safety Steward and then we get the signoff for the event. It looks like the 28th and there's another major SCCA event the 21st, but it still isn't confirmed just yet. I'm expecting (more like pushing for) an answer by this weekend. When confirmed I'll post on the calendar and start linking details, entry info etc. for the event. Getting closer! Once over this event, we're planning a regular series. Stay tuned!

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    Looking forward to it - either as a spectator or driver, I'll be there. :-)

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    We're still looking for SCCA Safety Stewards, so if you're one and would like to volunteer for the event please let me know ASAP. Thanks!

    Safety Steward and all sanction-related needs filled, although event volunteers are greatly welcome.
    Last edited by Joe_Black : 02/17/2004 at 05:59 AM

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    Exclamation WEBSITE IS UP!

    UPDATE: The RallyCross website is up and you'll need to pre-register if you intend to enter. Pre-registration will begin Wednesday, Feb. 18th at 22:00 EST. Everyone is, of course, welcome to attend and spectate. Let's make a good showing as there is to be a good deal of coverage for this inaugural event. For more info and pre-registration go here: Fort Meade RallyCross.

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    Just got confirmation there will be a food vendor on-site Saturday, so no having to hike into town for the munchies or during the lunch break. Good BBQ-type stuff!

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    ONLINE REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! BE SURE TO REFRESH THE PAGE IF PROBLEMS. LINK ON THE CALENDAR POST AND ABOVE.

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    Just sent you my registration info! How's it going to work? Will we each get to make a few runs? Is it based on our best time or an average? I read that somewhere before but forgot and can't find it now.

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