June 12 - Amery Autocross - Meeting Time/Cruise

[LadyCobra]

For those wanting to cruise together to the Amery Autocross...

6:30/6:45 - Breakfast at McDonald's in Hudson, WI
7:00am - Departing for Amery, Driving through Baldwin

McDonalds - Map for Location (http://maps.google.com/maps?oe=UTF-8&gfns=1&q=2411+Crest+View+Drive,+Hudson,+WI%E2%80%8E&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=2411+Crest+View+Dr,+Hudson,+WI+54016&gl=us&ei=bzcMTIajLY2Dngf_hO2JAg&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CBUQ8gEwAA)

Earlier we get there, the better the parking spots to watch the cars and the course all day. This should put us there by 8:00am, when Check-In Starts for the day.

Please post up if you plan to meet us so I know who to watch for that morning. Thanks!

Any questions, just let me know!

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[blackstang5.4]

ill meet you guys in hudson.

[TooTall]

Since I just live 10 miles south of Amery(acutally you will be driving through my little town of Deer Park, dont blink you'll miss it) I will running up there when I can if the rest of this week goes well. Will be trailering my bird up there as it is not registered, but that also comes down to getting the driveshaft cut down and in this week and working out some last minute bugs. Looking forward to it, and meeting all of you. I remember you cars from last year but didnt know it was a web group just figured with 3 cobras next to each other you all knew each other some how, but never got to talk to anyone. SEE YA IN LESS THEN A WEEK.

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In

[HMMRDWN]

I'll meet ya at the air field. :)

[SVTL919]

looks like we are in different groups on saturday. is that a good thing?

[HELLFYR]

looks like we are in different groups on saturday. is that a good thing?

Saw that. Not sure what is up with that.

[SVTL919]

i think it said that if you email him that you could run as a group. just thought it would be fun to hang out and run together. i thought i saw a list on here of where you highlighted all the people that were going from our club (now i cant find it). do you think if we send that to him we could run as a group?

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the run groups are usually determined by the amount of times you have been there.

the good thing about being in different groups is that we can video and take pics of each other. Last year we were all in the same group and no one took pictures.

[TooTall]

I did get a few shots of some of your cars last year. I will see if I can find them and post em up.

[LadyCobra]

Even if you are all in one group, I'll be there so I can take pics and video since I'm not one of the drivers.
I'll ride along once or twice but should be plenty of time to get pics/video of you all :)

Here's a list of who is signed up from the club:

281 / Brett Lindert / 1997 / Ford / Mustang GT / red
Z00 / Carson Turnquist / 1996 / Fobra / white
87 / Frank Wix / 1988 / Ford / TBird Turbo Coupe / black
3 / Gary Hamlin / 2003 / Ford / Cobra / red
54 / Kyle Krenz / 1989 / Ford / Mustang LX / Black
919 / Mac Cafferty / 2001 / Ford / Lightning / red
71 / Marie Swenson / 2007 / Ford / Mustang GT / blue
727 / Rod Strumbel / 2004 / Ford / Cobra / orange

[HELLFYR]

Being in the same group gives us more time to BS with everyone for sure.

But, being in separate groups would give those that haven't auto-crossed this course before the opportunity to ride with those of us that have.
Trust me, THAT is a huge benefit...
Otherwise you could end up like I did on my first run "orange cobra lost on the course". hehe

We will all walk the course together before ever running it, but going through it at speed is an entire different experience.

Just remember, the cones laying down point you to which side of that pair of cones you should go to.

< | (cone laying down pointed to left with another cone standing up) = GO TO THE LEFT of this cone

| > go to the right of this cone


You will hit areas in the course (watch the vids I shot last year) that have cones pointing at each other.

|> <| This is a "gate" you must maneuver your car between these.

Pretty easy once you get the hang of it

[TF2v97SN]

Even if you are all in one group, I'll be there so I can take pics and video since I'm not one of the drivers.
I'll ride along once or twice but should be plenty of time to get pics/video of you all :)

Here's a list of who is signed up from the club:

281 / Brett Lindert / 1997 / Ford / Mustang GT / red
Z00 / Carson Turnquist / 1996 / Fobra / white
87 / Frank Wix / 1988 / Ford / TBird Turbo Coupe / black
3 / Gary Hamlin / 2003 / Ford / Cobra / red
54 / Kyle Krenz / 1989 / Ford / Mustang LX / Black
919 / Mac Cafferty / 2001 / Ford / Lightning / red
71 / Marie Swenson / 2007 / Ford / Mustang GT / blue
727 / Rod Strumbel / 2004 / Ford / Cobra / orange

11/Red/Dick Krentz/2006/Ford/GT/blue

[TF2v97SN]

oh and looking at the weather i bet this event takes place on sunday

[LadyCobra]

Schedule for meeting/cruise will be for either day, Saturday or Sunday.

Thanks for catching Dick's name! I believe he runs there as a member of the Austin Healy Club

[p51mstg]

I've never done autocross, but wanted to for a long time. Had three roommates in college who were members of the SAE club in Mankato State, and they got into it - that's where I caught the bug.

This weekend, I have to go to Albert Lea for a car show, otherwise I'd love to do this. I'll definitely plan on it for next year! :ford:

[SVTL919]

looking forward to this weekend i hope the weather works out

Group
Blue 281 / Brett Lindert / 1997 / Ford / Mustang GT / red
Green Z00 / Carson Turnquist / 1996 / Fobra / white
Green 87 / Frank Wix / 1988 / Ford / TBird Turbo Coupe / black
Green 3 / Gary Hamlin / 2003 / Ford / Cobra / red
Red 54 / Kyle Krenz / 1989 / Ford / Mustang LX / Black
Red 919 / Mac Cafferty / 2001 / Ford / Lightning / red
Red 71 / Marie Swenson / 2007 / Ford / Mustang GT / blue
Blue 727 / Rod Strumbel / 2004 / Ford / Cobra / orange
Red 11/ Dick Krentz/2006/Ford/GT/blue

[blackstang5.4]

weather is looking worse and worse for rain both days. What happens if the whole weekend is a washout?

[LadyCobra]

Don't think they have ever had a complete washout. They'll run it with light rain I believe.

Sunday is looking to be the better of the two days when I checked this morning.

http://www.mnfords.com/images/events/amery_2010.jpg

[TooTall]

I believe it said in the online registration for this that if both days get rained out then its totally canceled and with his cost of organizing and such we are out our entry fees. I doubt they will have a redo date as this is the only one they will have this year because they are retaring the pavement at the airport this summer and are supposed to start fairly soon I believe.

[SVTL919]

I will not be running if it is raining at all its not safe to run in the rain. . That BS if they don't have the event they should return the money.

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lighten up Mac, you wont be the only one not to run in the rain. Its looking like sunday is the answer, sunday looks to be a nice day.

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So, since Im bringing the fire n ice grill, Brett thought everyone that is planning on grilling something should bring something to pass...

[LadyCobra]

Only if Brett is planning to bring something too...

[TF2v97SN]

Only if Brett is planning to bring something too...

i figured my presence is enough:wink:

[LadyCobra]

Oh no, bring food!

Maybe I'll bake cookies to bring along....

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Oh no, bring food!

Maybe I'll bake cookies to bring along....

non nom nom nom nom

[mstrygt]

Unfortunately, I won't be able to make this one, rain or shine. I will be be there for the Poker Run however. Have fun everyone!

[TF2v97SN]

Oh no, bring food!

Maybe I'll bake cookies to bring along....

really, i totally didnt need to see jason this weekend..............

[LadyCobra]

He won't drive to Amery for cookies, he'll be sleepin like a lazy bum.

[TF2v97SN]

He won't drive to Amery for cookies, he'll be sleepin like a lazy bum.

r u sure, we are talking about your cookies here

[notnss]

Someone mention cookies?

[TF2v97SN]

Someone mention cookies?

yes, jen is going to make cookies, trick is you need to come to amery on sunday and get them

[LadyCobra]

Not officially Sunday yet. So it might be Saturday.

[notnss]

:(

[TF2v97SN]

Not officially Sunday yet. So it might be Saturday.

if you go saturday have fun in the rain

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I would bet ca$h monie$ that it will be $unday!

[SVTL919]

I would bet ca$h monie$ that it will be $unday!

+1 looks like it might start to clear by sunday a little. it raining like crazy right now

[LadyCobra]

I'm agreeing looks more like Sunday but still haven't gotten the official word yet via eMail which is surprising.

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Just got the email, it's a go for Saturday morning and finish Sunday morning if rain sat afternoon

[SVTL919]

:happydance: pray for good weather i don't think i will make the trip up there for two days in a row.

[HELLFYR]

I will.... probably get more runs in :biggrin2:

[HELLFYR]

Car finally got a bath after last weekends mess. No detailing though... gonna be covered with rubber tomorrow anyway... :Celebrating_Emotico

[TooTall]

well car is in the shop and now I cant get it to fire, gonna be a long night, and not sure if I will get it up there but I will be there as two of my friends are in it. Heck I might be driving an Nissan if it comes to that.

[LadyCobra]

Cookies are baking!

[HELLFYR]

Cookies are baking!

Nom nom nom :drool:

[blackstang5.4]

uh, how is this not postponed till sunday??

http://radar.weather.gov/Conus/uppermissvly_loop.php

[blackstang5.4]

well im making an executive decision and going to bring the contour instead. I rather dont feel like driving the stang in the rain wth drag tires on and also watching all my cleaning work get rained on.

[TooTall]

Well its not raining her. Actually doesnt look too bad. One thing about this area is it seems that the St Croix river sucks up the rain. A lot of time it hits the cities then blows past us. I will see ya up there, wont have the bird though, some small issues this morning then got to talk to St Croix Countys finest. Yeah, been a long morning, looking forward to relaxing and watching the cars.

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Good times, other than the rain. Got six runs in around the rain.
CONE FREE FOR ME!

How bout you HELLFYR?

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Rod. 32.88. 126
Brett 31.32. 98
jeff 34.08 97
Kyle 35.70 100
frank 34.60 110
Gary 35.92. 118
mac 36.83 109
Carson 36.57 109
marie 38.05. 103
dick 40.63. 134

[SVTL919]

thanks for posting the # I had a great time.
I did not expect that high of a mph with braking 100+ feet before the finish line. they need a little longer stopping distance for my truck if i would have braked at the flag i would have needed you to pull me out of the trees.

[TF2v97SN]

great fun, cant wait to see the vid of my 3/4 wix!

[blackstang5.4]

34.70 :)

[LadyCobra]

Awesome time!

Uploading videos to the Club's You Tube Channel. Gonna let those upload and go to bed, exhausted.

Don't know how long it will take but for those who wanna check on it, will be at:
http://www.youtube.com/user/MNFordEnthusiasts

[HELLFYR]

Despite the rain and "incident" at the restaurant, had a great time.

I did claim a cone on my last run, tried to slide the sharp corner (#3) but pulled out of it a little too soon and squared the car away short of my intended line. Oh well.

I'll wear the cone of shame at our next show/event.

I met both my goals this year, wanted to run the course in under 35 seconds (ran a 32.88) and to crack the 125mph barrier (ran 126 on 3 different runs).

:woot:

Thanks Carson for the cooking (and chow) and Brett for the pasta salad too!

Good seeing everyone today, felt like old times.

[TF2v97SN]

Despite the rain and "incident" at the restaurant, had a great time.

I did claim a cone on my last run, tried to slide the sharp corner (#3) but pulled out of it a little too soon and squared the car away short of my intended line. Oh well.

I'll wear the cone of shame at our next show/event.

I met both my goals this year, wanted to run the course in under 35 seconds (ran a 32.88) and to crack the 125mph barrier (ran 126 on 3 different runs).

:woot:

Thanks Carson for the cooking (and chow) and Brett for the pasta salad too!

Good seeing everyone today, felt like old times.

LIKE

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I'll post my vids and pics Sunday, I'm beat! Going to bed!:carmafia:

[HELLFYR]

Yeah, Jenn did too. I'm considering it.

[SVTL919]

spent the morning looking a big brake kits. they are big money for the L maybe in a few years.... :(

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I stopped fine??
Maybe it's your pads??

[HMMRDWN]

Had a great time with everyone for this event. I can most definately say............it was AWESOME! I'm IN for next year! :)
I'll see ya at the meeting next Sat.

[SVTL919]

pads were good they are MC ones check and pumped all fluid out. not the best by any means. the entire braking set up on the lightning is substandard for a 5000 lb sport truck. they do fine on day to day driving but you can sure see the weakness on them at autoX i remember that from the DCTC track. i just have brake envy of hellfyr's setup. upgraded lines may help with the braking as well as better hawk pads. by the way thanks for the tires they worked great. i did pump them up more on the second run so that they would slip around the turns a little.