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Re: Graded dirt-road handling questions.
Posted: Tue May 28, 2013 2:53 pm
by Jadewombat
It sounds like you have experience, but you should check out the rallycross events though. It's like $20-30 for several runs during the day. The best thing is you can have someone really experienced ride with you and make suggestions after a run. Or, if you are OK with someone else driving your car, then can take a run at it.
Most everyone at these events are real easy-going and I've never had someone say "no" when I wanted another set of eyes. Good luck.
Re: Graded dirt-road handling questions.
Posted: Wed May 29, 2013 12:20 am
by TimS
Thanks... I know there are some eve ts south of here... I'll look 'em up.
Re: Graded dirt-road handling questions.
Posted: Wed May 29, 2013 9:20 am
by TimS
While I didn't get into details about specific events or locations, I did peruse the rulebook.
Looks like I may be too "modified" to get entry easily. The engine replacement, from what I read, beause it moves me into a "modified class", might require a SCCA roll cage. It say "may have a SCCA roll cage", not "have to", but I still need to look into it more. The roll cage in this baja will not pass any tech without a complete rebuild. The main structure came with the bug, and I've build up around it.
Regardless, it rained last night so the dust is low, I think I need to do some more "testing".
Re: Graded dirt-road handling questions.
Posted: Wed May 29, 2013 9:33 am
by Steve Arndt
They are going to have an Idaho City rally some time in June. They obtained forest service approval to shut down a bunch of nice dirt roads for the race, around Centerville and the surrounding area.
Re: Graded dirt-road handling questions.
Posted: Wed May 29, 2013 12:30 pm
by Jadewombat
Don't worry about which class you'll be put in, just ask when you get there. There's no money in it this type of racing and no one is out for blood. Everyone generally helps each other. I wouldn't worry about your cage, most cars don't run with them at all. It's really not super-strict, they just want to make sure you car is generally safe and tight before passing tech. inspect and running.
Bring a medium sized cardboard box to put all of your loose stuff in when you get there, check that your wheel lugs are tight, battery is held down good and tight, bring an air pump or air tank, no serious leaks (oil, trans, or brake fluid), minimal amount wheel bearing and steering play, and don't forget to have fun!!!