BeyondTheGrave Posted June 30, 2012 Share Posted June 30, 2012 If I had a garage to park it in and a way of beating the year long wait i'd probably buy one... Maybe that year long wait is all I need for getting that garage though. Anybody seen the movie Drive? Just watched it last night. Overall I'd say it was so-so. The styling was interesting, a mix of late 80s and modern with not much in between. The cars were not particularly impressive and I hate to see a Chrysler 300 used for anything other than cruising. I don't think Ryan Gosling was right for the part... he struck me more as autistic rather than the strong silent type. I'm not saying he acted poorly... just seemed like they needed someone a bit more gruff like a young Clint Eastwood. the movie was meh. Bought it watched it then traded it in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted June 30, 2012 Share Posted June 30, 2012 (edited) Charger's back from vacation! Well, actually I sprung the car out of body shop limbo like them good 'ol Duke boys would but anyway... Before, with about a dozen rust holes and two decades worth of door dings: Today, perfectly flawed but the love of my life: Edited June 30, 2012 by myk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
areaseven Posted June 30, 2012 Author Share Posted June 30, 2012 Really sharp-looking Charger you got there, myk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted June 30, 2012 Share Posted June 30, 2012 Really sharp-looking Charger you got there, myk. Thanks a bunch Seven. How's the Mustang? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Arms Posted July 1, 2012 Share Posted July 1, 2012 Awesome Pics MYK, thanks for sharing. I need to upload a few pics of my ponies. I'm getting the interior put back together on one, and I recently had some front suspension work done on the other 70. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renegadeleader1 Posted July 2, 2012 Share Posted July 2, 2012 Anybody here drive competively? As in race tracks or road courses? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted July 2, 2012 Share Posted July 2, 2012 (edited) Awesome Pics MYK, thanks for sharing. I need to upload a few pics of my ponies. I'm getting the interior put back together on one, and I recently had some front suspension work done on the other 70. Cool, let's see them! Anybody here drive competively? As in race tracks or road courses? I was planning on getting my Mustang set up for that but it's just too expensive for me... Edited July 2, 2012 by myk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent ONE Posted July 2, 2012 Share Posted July 2, 2012 Anybody here drive competively? As in race tracks or road courses? I tracked my Lotus. It was fun. I was planning on getting my Mustang set up for that but it's just too expensive for me... That was super annoying to me. Tracking cars is for people that don't mind throwing thousands of dollars away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renegadeleader1 Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 The reason I asked about the competitive driving is because I drove in a spectator race Sunday at my local track. I've never felt so scared or excited in my life. In a way I'm just glad my car didn't get smacked especially after the car in front of me blew something putting up a smokescreen or after the leader tried to use me as a pick when I went a lap down. I started at the back and never had a shot at winning with just a 09 stock Corolla. I entered the race for experience on the track, my brother and I are putting together a car for hopefully near the end of this season, or next year. We're going to start out in the 4 cyclinder "roadrunner" division. Its low cost division that allows minimal racing enhancements, tires, and a few safety mods. It looks like the most successful cars are 80's Mustangs, Saturns, and VW Golfs/Rabbits of all things. My brother wants to get a Dodge Neon, but I would prefer a VW or a Honda Civic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron5864 Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Korean supercar named....Macross. Yeah...I was like WTF???? http://www.autoweek.com/article/20120702/CARNEWS/120709987 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 The reason I asked about the competitive driving is because I drove in a spectator race Sunday at my local track. I've never felt so scared or excited in my life. In a way I'm just glad my car didn't get smacked especially after the car in front of me blew something putting up a smokescreen or after the leader tried to use me as a pick when I went a lap down. I started at the back and never had a shot at winning with just a 09 stock Corolla. I entered the race for experience on the track, my brother and I are putting together a car for hopefully near the end of this season, or next year. We're going to start out in the 4 cyclinder "roadrunner" division. Its low cost division that allows minimal racing enhancements, tires, and a few safety mods. It looks like the most successful cars are 80's Mustangs, Saturns, and VW Golfs/Rabbits of all things. My brother wants to get a Dodge Neon, but I would prefer a VW or a Honda Civic. Yeah, you wouldn't want to be running your pride and joy in one of those things. As such, unless it's solo auto-X there's no way I could get into it. Even then, the cost of brakes, tires, and everything else just to be a qualified auto-X'er would be too much... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Arms Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 The reason I asked about the competitive driving is because I drove in a spectator race Sunday at my local track. I've never felt so scared or excited in my life. In a way I'm just glad my car didn't get smacked especially after the car in front of me blew something putting up a smokescreen or after the leader tried to use me as a pick when I went a lap down. I started at the back and never had a shot at winning with just a 09 stock Corolla. I entered the race for experience on the track, my brother and I are putting together a car for hopefully near the end of this season, or next year. We're going to start out in the 4 cyclinder "roadrunner" division. Its low cost division that allows minimal racing enhancements, tires, and a few safety mods. It looks like the most successful cars are 80's Mustangs, Saturns, and VW Golfs/Rabbits of all things. My brother wants to get a Dodge Neon, but I would prefer a VW or a Honda Civic. Cool. One of the guys I bought spare parts from about a year ago, is converting his 1970 mustang coupe into a competition car. Sounds like a fun experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renegadeleader1 Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Yeah, you wouldn't want to be running your pride and joy in one of those things. As such, unless it's solo auto-X there's no way I could get into it. Even then, the cost of brakes, tires, and everything else just to be a qualified auto-X'er would be too much... Tell me about it. There's three levels of spectator races at my 3/4 mile local track. A one on drag race around the oval, a ten lap normal race, and for the clinically insane... the ahem... flagpole race which the object is to do a donut around a large tire to complete a lap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Arms Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 (edited) Myk: Below are some pics on my girls. I should get the orange one back this weekend. The interior is getting put back together. The next thing I plan to do to it, is install the cd changer, and install the headliner. http://www.flickr.com/photos/81770160@N07/sets/72157630398482740/ Edited July 3, 2012 by Golden Arms Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
electric indigo Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Korean supercar named....Macross. Yeah...I was like WTF???? http://www.autoweek....RNEWS/120709987 I wouldn't want the cannon fodder paintjob... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddsun1 Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 (edited) I wouldn't want the cannon fodder paintjob... South Korean? I thought it was supposed to be "Canada's first supercar"? LOL, that does look like cannon fodder colors. So is HG going to try to sue them too? Issue a cease-and-desist? ed: bears a strong resemblance to the GT-40 Mk IV Edited July 3, 2012 by reddsun1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Myk: Below are some pics on my girls. I should get the orange one back this weekend. The interior is getting put back together. The next thing I plan to do to it, is install the cd changer, and install the headliner. WOW nice. Those are some really beautiful examples and personally I prefer the fastbacks also. I especially like the newer SVT wheels on the orange one... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beltane70 Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 I finally got to see an Aventador in person this evening when I went down to the beach. While it's a bit dark due to my phone's flash not being too bright, I did manage to get a picture of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddsun1 Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 (edited) Those are some good lookin' old skool rides. People cannot understand how you can spend money on motor racing, but I'll tell ya what--it's just like standing under a cold shower and ripping up $50 bills. I think you have to be a spendthrift with a sense of humor to be out there. --Jim Keogh, Bathurst 1979 Edited July 4, 2012 by reddsun1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
areaseven Posted July 4, 2012 Author Share Posted July 4, 2012 Sergio Pininfarina, one of the most influential designers in automotive history, died yesterday at the age of 85. His name is on nearly every Ferrari made since the 1960s, as well as many models of Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Maserati, Lancia and Peugeot. R.I.P. Sergio Pininfarina (1926-2012). Ferrari Designer Pininfarina Dies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renegadeleader1 Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 People cannot understand how you can spend money on motor racing, but I'll tell ya what--it's just like standing under a cold shower and ripping up $50 bills. I think you have to be a spendthrift with a sense of humor to be out there. --Jim Keogh, Bathurst 1979 At this point I really can't afford to sink more than $700 into a racecar right now. That includes purchasing the 4 cyclinder car. I'm hoping I can get one cheap at a junkyard, or police auction. I may have to sell off some of my anime stuff here or ebay to get more funding. I'm also toying with the idea of using that website and method those guys used to get the funds for the Robocop statue. getting my online friends to pitch in a couple of bucks here and their should't be too hard. Do you think Shawn or Graham would be interested in sponsoring an official macrossworld racecar? Or anybody else with a business here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddsun1 Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 One of these might be an answer. Hell, I'm considering going this route myself. http://www.24hoursoflemons.com/ http://www.chumpcar.com/ Emphasis is on satisfying the urge, without having to sell your soul [well, that depends on your perspective ;-P]. Maybe one of these sanctioning bodies will have events near where you are? 'kay everybody, get ready to point and laugh... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDucwMrIy_Q talent be damned! I gots me sh*tloads o' money! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddsun1 Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 At this point I really can't afford to sink more than $700 into a racecar right now. That includes purchasing the 4 cyclinder car. I'm hoping I can get one cheap at a junkyard, or police auction. I may have to sell off some of my anime stuff here or ebay to get more funding. I'm also toying with the idea of using that website and method those guys used to get the funds for the Robocop statue. getting my online friends to pitch in a couple of bucks here and their should't be too hard. Do you think Shawn or Graham would be interested in sponsoring an official macrossworld racecar? Or anybody else with a business here? Suggested reading: The Racing Driver, by Denis Jenkinson ISBN Part # 9780837602011 - outstanding book, still relevant in many ways The Technique of Motor Racing, by Piero Tarufi - written from an engineer's viewpoint, a bit heavy on the formulaeic approach, but still relevant Drive To Win, by Carroll Smith - read it. then read it again. All of them are worth reading twice--Carroll Smith's even more. I've also wanted to get my hands on The Unfair Advantage by Mark Donohue, but I believe that one's been out of print for some time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Was that Corvette driver just being too shy with the accelerator? It looks like the first time he couldn't get the tires to spin at all and the second time he hooked up when he definitely didn't want to. I've never drag raced at a track but generally when I want my tires to spin I just rev the motor up and drop the clutch... do you do it differently when you're in the blocks? I'm a little out of touch on the art of it all, I've been driving an all wheel drive four banger with an automatic trans for about a decade now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 talent be damned! I gots me sh*tloads o' money! OUCH. I want to laugh but I probably would've done the same thing lol. Talk about a glass jaw, though-he couldn't have hit that concrete with THAT much force right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugimon Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 OUCH. I want to laugh but I probably would've done the same thing lol. Talk about a glass jaw, though-he couldn't have hit that concrete with THAT much force right? vettes are made of toilet paper and paste. If you look at them funny they fall apart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renegadeleader1 Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 http://www.youtube.com/watch?nomobile=1&v=9zqPH6MATio Just want to give you guys an idea of the division I want to enter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddsun1 Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 http://www.youtube.c...1&v=9zqPH6MATio Just want to give you guys an idea of the division I want to enter. An early Celica might be a good choice, if you can find one? I've read that short track guys like the 22R and RE motors for their torquey characteristics. Hehe, they sure as heck ain't high revvers. And horsepower don't come cheap with those motors. I regret selling my '84 GT-S to this day. Looked just like this one. Slow, underpowered as hell--but man, was it fun tossing 'er through the corners, hitting the apexes... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beltane70 Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 Personally, that's always been my favorite body style for the Celica! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddsun1 Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 I concur. They just looked fast sitting still [hehe, that's about the only way they managed it]. But lightweight, very tossable. Great brakes too, very confidence-inspiring; if anything it could be considered over-braked, for lack of a better description [for the amt of HP it had]. Miss the hell out of it. Learned to heel and toe in that car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddsun1 Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 (edited) re: those who wish/aspire/dream to pursue a career as a professional race car driver "The question that I hear most is, "I don't have the money to buy and run a car, but I know that I have the talent and the determination to succeed - how do I get started?" You get started, my friend, any way that you can. It is highly unlikely that you are going to earn enough money to finance your racing while you are young enough to still have a career in racing. This leaves convincing someone to provide either a ride or a car and the money to run it, selling the family whatever, robbing a bank or renting your sister/girlfriend/wife by the hour, day, week or month. Again, if you are not comfortable with this concept, reconsider your career options." --Carroll Smith, Drive to Win Edited July 5, 2012 by reddsun1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddsun1 Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 To myk: I'd overlooked earlier--but are those Procar seats you've got in your Charger? How do you like those? Are they pretty comfortable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 To myk: I'd overlooked earlier--but are those Procar seats you've got in your Charger? How do you like those? Are they pretty comfortable? Yeah they are Pro-car seats. I............will say that once you're in that particular seat, the Procar Rally 1000/1100 is absolutely supportive. I haven't had the chance to try it out yet but I'm sure if I try to put the G's into the Charger the seat will keep me put-a far cry from the "bucket" seats that originally came with the car which were flatter than the desert on all surfaces. Because the bolsters on this seat are so pronounced getting into the car requires brushing up and over the humps. There is no adjustable lumbar support. There is no height adjustment either. The most I've driven the car is about an hour both ways and I felt very comfortable and secure in the seat. The vinyl seating surfaces themselves are soft enough and do not feel cheap. Ultimately only time will tell how this seat will hold up. More experienced asses will know they are sitting in a $400 Pro-car seat and not a $1100 Recaro or whatever, but for the money I am extremely satisfied with what I purchased-and they look great IMO. Another added bonus for me is that these seats match the dimensions of the original seats of the car right down to the inch so it looks stock-ish. Pro-car sells adapter brackets to bolt the seat into the car, but experiences from other buyers including myself have shown that they needed some modifications to fit, such as extra bolt holes drilled into the floor, etc. What car are you considering these seats for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beltane70 Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 What was the hp of those Celicas, reddsun? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Arms Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 MYK: If you don't mind my asking, about how much did you spend for paint? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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