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by Reed Gibson
Fri Oct 11, 2019 7:04 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: 10/6 Santa Anita Videos
Replies: 16
Views: 27711

Re: 10/6 Santa Anita Videos

https://youtu.be/meJbDlz-0RE Looks like I had the right idea with my line choices but I couldn't get the car to keep rotating mid-corner. I think these tires are dying of death after only ~70 runs #streetclasslife This week on Autocrossers Gone Bad...After getting an early season taste, Reed Gibson...
by Reed Gibson
Fri Oct 11, 2019 7:04 am
Forum: New to Autocross/New to the Forum
Topic: Post Car Classing Help Questions Here!
Replies: 1188
Views: 4118668

Re: Post Car Classing Help Questions Here!

Hey guys! I am completely new to this scene and really want to get into it. After reading a lot of the stuff here, I'm a bit overwhelmed and confused..! :shock: I was hoping you guys could make sure I'm headed in the right direction with everything! So for starters, I guess I'm posting here! I'm a ...
by Reed Gibson
Tue Oct 08, 2019 7:52 am
Forum: Events
Topic: 10/6 Santa Anita Videos
Replies: 16
Views: 27711

Re: 10/6 Santa Anita Videos

Looks like I had the right idea with my line choices but I couldn't get the car to keep rotating mid-corner. I think these tires are dying of death after only ~70 runs #streetclasslife Yup, Most people weren't backsiding the first slalom cone, taking too much distance on the 180's and not giving up...
by Reed Gibson
Tue Oct 08, 2019 7:49 am
Forum: Events
Topic: 10/6 Santa Anita Videos
Replies: 16
Views: 27711

Re: 10/6 Santa Anita Videos

Looks like I had the right idea with my line choices but I couldn't get the car to keep rotating mid-corner. I think these tires are dying of death after only ~70 runs #streetclasslife Our BFG "hoosiers" did every single local and regional event since March of this year :thumbup: But did ...
by Reed Gibson
Mon Oct 07, 2019 8:11 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: 10/6 Santa Anita Videos
Replies: 16
Views: 27711

Re: 10/6 Santa Anita Videos



Looks like I had the right idea with my line choices but I couldn't get the car to keep rotating mid-corner. I think these tires are dying of death after only ~70 runs #streetclasslife
by Reed Gibson
Mon Oct 07, 2019 8:05 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: 10/6 Santa Anita Videos
Replies: 16
Views: 27711

Re: 10/6 Santa Anita Videos

Earl Merz wrote: Mon Oct 07, 2019 7:53 pm where can I get a CM car that I'd be able to drive?
With a Sawzall and some JB Weld anything is possible...
by Reed Gibson
Tue Sep 17, 2019 7:52 pm
Forum: Solo Talk
Topic: Nominations for 2020 E-Board and Directors
Replies: 9
Views: 7627

Re: Nominations for 2020 E-Board and Directors

*reluctantly raises hand* I guess I'll stick around
by Reed Gibson
Mon Sep 09, 2019 6:09 pm
Forum: Solo Talk
Topic: Suction Camera Mount
Replies: 8
Views: 6175

Re: Suction Camera Mount

It's not something I've ever seen called out before. As long as it's secure we are ok with it (I've used a gopro suction mount on the outside of my car before and had no problems).
by Reed Gibson
Sun Aug 25, 2019 9:12 pm
Forum: New to Autocross/New to the Forum
Topic: It wasn't me who brought the heat this weekend - alignment help? shop in OC
Replies: 4
Views: 6317

Re: It wasn't me who brought the heat this weekend - alignment help? shop in OC

I believe Mark Deshon (local driver) can do alignments at his shop. Try looking up Diftech and let him know you're a Cal Club driver!
by Reed Gibson
Thu Aug 22, 2019 6:06 am
Forum: Solo Talk
Topic: We are searching for new course designers!
Replies: 7
Views: 35864

Re: We are searching for new course designers!

Additionally, if you are worried about being overwhelmed by the task, feel free to reach out to us and we can provide opportunities to shadow experienced course designers. Shadowing is a great way to understand some of the nuisances of course design and help build your knowledge base before putting ...
by Reed Gibson
Mon Jul 29, 2019 7:59 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Aug. 3-4, 2019 Santa Anita Park Event
Replies: 62
Views: 404462

Re: Aug. 3-4, 2019 Santa Anita Park Event

Steve Ekstrand wrote: Mon Jul 29, 2019 6:39 pm In todays, driving lesson for teen Robert we drove all around Santa Anita and parked for a bit to look out over the lot. It's going to be so sweet! And 7 minutes to my house. But damn that church and convalescence home and houses are close!
So we're having lunch at your place then?!
by Reed Gibson
Tue Jul 23, 2019 2:17 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Aug. 3-4, 2019 Santa Anita Park Event
Replies: 62
Views: 404462

Re: Aug. 3-4, 2019 Santa Anita Park Event

Aftermarket short ram and CAI intakes can blow sound too as we found on the little STS Civic. Technically no factory car (assuming no exhaust cutout used) should blow sound ever as delivered from the factory. The intake noise on 4-cylinders can boost the sound quite a lot. S2000's have the same pro...
by Reed Gibson
Fri Jul 19, 2019 6:43 pm
Forum: Solo Talk
Topic: Ok,I'll ask. What, if any details are there about...
Replies: 12
Views: 12954

Re: Ok,I'll ask. What, if any details are there about...

Please think of the Aug 3/4 event as a "Foot in the Door" event, that is helping us quickly establish precedent with the site for more future (scheduled well in advance) events there. Yep, we would be foolish to let the opportunity pass us by after we have been patiently waiting to get th...
by Reed Gibson
Fri Jul 19, 2019 12:04 pm
Forum: Solo Talk
Topic: Ok,I'll ask. What, if any details are there about...
Replies: 12
Views: 12954

Re: Ok,I'll ask. What, if any details are there about...

As soon as docs are signed all will be revealed. Google maps Santa Anita and you can see which lot has been used for autocross before. While this is short notice, this is the date they offered and we are eager to establish a relationship. Rick is correct. We are moving quickly here so we can start ...
by Reed Gibson
Mon Jul 01, 2019 6:11 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Course Setup 7/6 - 7/7
Replies: 5
Views: 3535

Re: Course Setup 7/6 - 7/7

Go CHOP wrote: Mon Jul 01, 2019 10:15 am Hung Nguyen- I'll do sat am

Also my cousin is going with me
He will help with am too (Viet phung)
Thanks Hung, I have you both listed, see you bright and early!
by Reed Gibson
Mon Jul 01, 2019 6:09 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Course Setup 7/6 - 7/7
Replies: 5
Views: 3535

Re: Course Setup 7/6 - 7/7

Marco Cruz wrote: Mon Jul 01, 2019 7:17 am I’ll do set up Saturday morning.
Thank you Marco, I have you listed.
by Reed Gibson
Sat Jun 29, 2019 7:53 pm
Forum: New to Autocross/New to the Forum
Topic: Post Car Classing Help Questions Here!
Replies: 1188
Views: 4118668

Re: Post Car Classing Help Questions Here!

Hi guys, i have a 2013 370z Nismo, which i know is in the STU class, but i do have Cold Air Intakes, ArT Test Pipes and a Catback Exhaust System. I am also upgrading rear diff bushing to stiffer ones, and may tune my car soon. Will that kick me into a different category? The tune and the bushings a...
by Reed Gibson
Fri Jun 28, 2019 11:41 am
Forum: Events
Topic: Course Setup 7/6 - 7/7
Replies: 5
Views: 3535

Course Setup 7/6 - 7/7

Hey Everybody! I'd like three helpers for course set up Saturday morning. We will plan on starting at sun-up (~5:00 - 5:30 am) and will be hard charging to get everything down in time. I'd also like two more volunteers for the afternoon change over. Let me know if you'd like to help out! This will c...
by Reed Gibson
Fri Jun 21, 2019 12:55 pm
Forum: New to Autocross/New to the Forum
Topic: Post Car Classing Help Questions Here!
Replies: 1188
Views: 4118668

Re: Post Car Classing Help Questions Here!

For future reference, here are the SCCA provided stock car classing guidelines, to use these first identify the street (or otherwise stock) class your car resides in. https://www.scca.com/downloads/44544-2019-03-08-quick-reference-of-category-allowances/download If you have any mods, check them agai...
by Reed Gibson
Fri Jun 21, 2019 12:50 pm
Forum: New to Autocross/New to the Forum
Topic: Post Car Classing Help Questions Here!
Replies: 1188
Views: 4118668

Re: Post Car Classing Help Questions Here!

I have a 2019 fiesta st. The only mods I have on it are lowering springs and camber bolts. What class would I be in? Also this would be my first autocross Ben, your car would be in HS is you ditched the springs and camber bolts (and it'd be very competitive to boot!). Otherwise you'll slot into the...
by Reed Gibson
Tue Jun 11, 2019 10:34 am
Forum: Solo Talk
Topic: Which tires to get? BFG or Bridgestone
Replies: 4
Views: 4628

Re: Which tires to get? BFG or Bridgestone

Whatever tires I get will be mounted on 19x11 wheels. I'll be getting them in 305/30/19. I'm seriously considering the BFG because I have heard they take heat better. Although I read yesterday that Goodyear will be producing the Supercar 3 in a bunch of new sizes. They will have a 305/30/19 also. I...
by Reed Gibson
Tue May 28, 2019 7:15 am
Forum: Events
Topic: Change of plan: SATURDAY Course Setup Help Needed (6/1/2019)
Replies: 15
Views: 8707

Re: Change of plan: SATURDAY Course Setup Help Needed (6/1/2019)

Randy Don't know if I can get there by 6:00 but I should be there by 6:30 and will be glad to help. I don't mind working the course too incase you get 3 volunteers to show up at 6:00. DH We'll also need a few people to stick around after the event Saturday to do the changeover Howard, not sure if y...
by Reed Gibson
Tue May 21, 2019 6:33 am
Forum: New to Autocross/New to the Forum
Topic: New comer
Replies: 2
Views: 4015

Re: New comer

Hi Obed, To start, I would browse through the SCCA Solo rule book to get an idea of where your car should be classed (link here https://www.scca.com/pages/solo-cars-and-rules ) Just from looking at your mod list though, your best bet is to just run our CST (California Street Tire) class. This class ...
by Reed Gibson
Mon May 06, 2019 7:00 pm
Forum: Solo Talk
Topic: Recommendations for tire shop in Mid-City LA?
Replies: 5
Views: 5031

Re: Recommendations for tire shop in Mid-City LA?

Look for the smaller local shops and pay cash. My guy will mount/balance my 17's for $50 each time.
by Reed Gibson
Sun Apr 21, 2019 8:05 pm
Forum: New to Autocross/New to the Forum
Topic: Post Car Classing Help Questions Here!
Replies: 1188
Views: 4118668

Re: Post Car Classing Help Questions Here!

Brent Bell wrote: Sun Apr 21, 2019 2:47 pm Please help class my Mercedes-Benz 2008 CL-550. It is stock with a 5.5l v8.
I believe your car falls in to FS as it's a V8 Sedan that is not otherwise classed (NOC) per the 2018 solo rulebook.