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Old Jan 22, 2010 | 11:39 PM
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Originally Posted by spoolin2bars
no ride alongs allowed. although you may be able to talk an instructor into giving a ride. possibly, not sure though.
BOOOO.

I dunno if 13 hours worth of driving and gas is worth it just to watch..
Old Jan 23, 2010 | 12:24 AM
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You can usually get a ride with an instructor in the time trials group when we are not instructing. Can't wait to see some of the cars...mine is a bare shell in the garage right now. Picking up my new motor at the race.
Old Jan 23, 2010 | 12:36 AM
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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 03:31 AM
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Anybody bringing spare tie rods for a power rack? Mine look really shity.
Old Jan 24, 2010 | 02:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Double O 86
Gas Head Motorworks will be at MSR Houston for the NASA Time Trials on Jan. 29, 30, & 31. They will be there in full force supporting their customers who are participating in time trials and racing. However, during down time, they will be happy to provide service to any Miata owner who requests it. GHM has years of experience providing track-side support for SPEC Miata, MX-5 Cup, TT and HPDE. You'd be amazed at what they've repaired and how fast they got their customer's car back on the track.

GHM is not a sponsor, nor do they work for free. It just gives me a sense of security knowing that if something breaks on my Miata, there is someone at the track who can fix it.

If anyone is hesitant to participate in the Texas Miata Challenge because they're worried about being stranded in Angleton, TX, don't be. GHM is on your side.
I can vouch for clint and kevin.
Gas head has been working on my miatas for at least 10~11 years.
Old Jan 24, 2010 | 04:50 PM
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There is no link on the sign up page for co-driving. Where do I pay to co-drive?
Old Jan 24, 2010 | 06:14 PM
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Originally Posted by johnwag
There is no link on the sign up page for co-driving. Where do I pay to co-drive?
at the event, no need to pre-register for that.
Old Jan 24, 2010 | 06:28 PM
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This just in:
Put a ball valve in the heater line so it won't run too cold on the way down
brigning Johnwag over to listen to my lifters
bought bolts for the trailer box
bought strap for the skinny tires on the trailer
driving down to rharris' crib on friday night


Hopefully the car doesn't come apart.
Old Jan 24, 2010 | 10:05 PM
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good job. can't wait to: then and finally

supposed to be mid 50's, might wanna drop a psi or two. i'm running 9psi unless more is needed.
Old Jan 24, 2010 | 11:41 PM
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john says valve clatter is normal, see you faggettes on Saturday. I may have to order a 15psi spring just in case I need it.
Old Jan 25, 2010 | 12:00 AM
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If it is the 38mm I have a 10psi large and 7psi small that you can use.
Old Jan 25, 2010 | 12:39 AM
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My beater is almost ready for battle. Just need to redo the rear suspension, get an alignment, and bolt the front end on. Spent the afternoon chasing a grounding issue on the trailer and tonight hooking up the trailer brake control on the new hauler. Can't wait for this festivis for the restofis...
Old Jan 25, 2010 | 01:34 AM
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Anybody have a grill, small fire pit, and a canopy? We need to really gypsy it up next weekend. Also should we all grow beards this week and bring out the boots? We need to look tough to scare all of the Justin Timberlake Cali guys.
Old Jan 25, 2010 | 02:44 AM
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we have an easy-up tent and a small grille, but an extra grille and some folding chairs could be useful.
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I'm in the Timberlake crew.
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I'm running on 99-wheels with 205 nt-01's because I ran out of time and logistics to get the big rubbers mounted.
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I'm on 205 RA1's no biggie.
Old Jan 25, 2010 | 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by jacob300zx
I'm on 205 RA1's no biggie.
On a 6.5" wheel? Its a little sketch, but its all I know. Hopefully its warm enough to get tires to hook up.

Can I get 93-octane fuel at the track?

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Old Jan 25, 2010 | 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by hustler
On a 6.5" wheel? Its a little sketch, but its all I know. Hopefully its warm enough to get tires to hook up.

Can I get 93-octane fuel at the track?
I think they are on 8" wides, but im runnin 205/50s azenias on 6.5s to stay in street class.
Old Jan 25, 2010 | 11:43 AM
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Originally Posted by hustler
On a 6.5" wheel? Its a little sketch, but its all I know. Hopefully its warm enough to get tires to hook up.

Can I get 93-octane fuel at the track?
They do, but its a liitle pricey. Bring extra gas cans so we can make gas runs through out the day, or ball out of control and run 103. Where in the F*ck are your 9" 6UL's and 225's? Go get them mounted and balanced...

How much life is left on those 205 nt01's? I might be interested in them if they have tread left

F U I'm from Texas

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