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  • #1

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    sup guys, new guy here lookin to breakin to autox at the end of the year of course... i drive a blue 93 prelude si with some simple mods i/h/e rota wheels, and some stuff sitting in my closet to go on soon enough

    prob end up asking some dumb questions at first because ive never done autox but look forward to attending some local meets here in huntsville, al and some in b'ham, al and around the southeast...

    im also part of a car club that has a few other members who want to participate in autocross but im tryin to head it up as best i can (with no experience, bad i know right) anyway i do know how to use the search button before i ask to many dumb questions so im sure many of you will like that

    later guys
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  • #2
    This forum is primarily birmingham, Huntsville's main site is www.teamtac.org i believe.

    Come out to the october 26th event, if you don't want to drive, ride along with some people to see if it's something you want to do. Or just drive, and let some pro's ride with you to give you some pointers.
    M. Cholewa

    Because they heard I liked my name, so they put my name as my name so I could have my name in my name... all the time.

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    • #3
      Huntsville, Twickingham Auto Club, has an event on Saturday at John Hunt Park. Get there about 8:00 or 8:30 AM and introduce yourselves.
      Mike C.
      CS
      2019 White MX-5
      TVR SCCA Region
      "No plan survives reality"

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      • #4
        Welcome Prelude2nr

        Not one of us that started autocross came into it with any experience other than regular street driving and the occasional stupid moves preceded by a "Hey y'all watch this".

        Come out and have fun and learn some really cool things you probably didn't know your car could or would do.

        I'm the tech inspection guy at the Bham events. You will need to come see me after you register for the event so we can make sure you car is ready for the fun.
        John W8
        CSP 10 Yellow Miata

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        • #5
          i.e. loosen your lug nuts, remove your battery, and make sure to disconnect your foot brake so it doesnt pump up when pushed.
          M. Cholewa

          Because they heard I liked my name, so they put my name as my name so I could have my name in my name... all the time.

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          • #6
            Download this book; it will answer most of you dumb questions.

            http://thumbsupracing.com/SoloGuide.pdf
            1 part MacGyver, 1 part Stephen Hawking, 1 part Jed Clampett, 1 part Bart Simpson

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            • #7
              yeah im gonna get involved with TAC and stuff up here but this seems to be the bigger one and just wanted to get to know everyone and race as much as i can to improve

              but yeah ill make sure i loosen the lugs so the wheels can move with the road better right??? and take the battery out for weight reduction... that work out nice...

              come on now i meant dumb questions about actually racing but yeah i got a nice big book on it so it maybe just be asking stupid questions at the track

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              • #8
                First, no questions are dumb. Ask away and you will be pleased that so many others will be happy to show what they have learned. TAC has a novice instructor, Mark Strong, who will help as much as possible.

                Second, enjoy the event. I'm still amazed at how far I will drive for 5 minutes of autocross time. It's not the driving but the people I meet.
                Mike C.
                CS
                2019 White MX-5
                TVR SCCA Region
                "No plan survives reality"

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                • #9
                  he's not lying either, considering how bad he is at racing (his little boy drives faster than he does) it really is about the people and friendships. It's like a fraternity, except it's fun.
                  M. Cholewa

                  Because they heard I liked my name, so they put my name as my name so I could have my name in my name... all the time.

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                  • #10
                    welcome and hope to see you in Birmingham on the 26th! just be worned it is an addictive hobby! lol
                    Last edited by Jamie Holladay; 10-11-2008, 03:36 PM. Reason: spelling
                    Sara {Novice Chief} SM 11
                    Captin of The Black Pearl SA 11

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                    • #11
                      it seems very addictive and expensive if you wanna be competitive but wont be at the 26th event but the one in nov on the 23rd is the one my club and i are lookin at breakin into... esp since its for charity but thanks for the welcome guys

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                      • #12
                        actually that is one of the things i love most about autox it really is not that expensive if you dont let it be. the best mod for this sport is YOU! you would be supprised at the cars that some of our fastedst drivers race. this sport is very dependent on the driver and not how much money you have thrown into your car. of course mods help but if you can't get everything out of your car than it won't matter.

                        i wont be at our last event going out of the country (YES!!!) so hope you and your friends enjoy and hopefully come back next year!
                        Sara {Novice Chief} SM 11
                        Captin of The Black Pearl SA 11

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                        • #13
                          Welcome. And yes,what Sara says. Iots mostly about the driver and not how much money have been pured into the car. So, hope u come out and hope u enjoy it. Me and Sara will not be there for the last event. But will be there on the 26th of this month..then its next year. C
                          Chaisit T aka C the gangster
                          Novice CO-CHIEF
                          SM 5 Evo VIII

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