2012 NEPA SCCA Autox Schedule.....

[Meng]

Lots are subject to change
2012 NEPASCCA Solo Schedule

NEPA #1 Brodart Company, 500 Arch Street Williamsport, PA 4/21

... NEPA #2 Brodart Company, 500 Arch Street Williamsport, PA 4/22

NEPA #3 LCCC Public Safety Training Institute, Nanticoke, PA 5/26

NEPA #4 Wyoming Valley Mall Wilkes-Barre, PA 6/17

NEPA #5 Mid-State Airport Philipsburg, PA 7/22

NEPA #6 Mohegan Sun Casino at Pocono Downs (LotC), Plains, PA 8/12

NEPA #7 Schuylkill Mall, Frackville, PA 8/26

NEPA #8 Weatherly High School, School Alley, Weatherly, PA 9/23

NEPA #9 Brodart Company, 500 Arch Street Williamsport, PA 10/6

NEPA #10 Brodart Company, 500 Arch Street Williamsport, PA 10/7

[Tinkles]

Wait we are running one of our events out at Mid-state? Hell yea.

[dugganzx3]

hmm, might give this a try with a few friends for meets 3 and 4.

[Tinkles]

I just checked my work schedule and im working most of those weekends. I'll have to arrange some vacation time.

[07cobaltLScoupe]

why are all these places so far away from me!!??? :mad: i been wanting to try for the last year or so but none ever seem to happen close to me

[Khellen]

NEPA #3 LCCC Public Safety Training Institute, Nanticoke, PA 5/26

:eek: Is that the nice new lot they put in across from the college?

[Meng]

Yes it is.... One of our Beter Sites. Hope you can make it.

[Khellen]

Yes it is.... One of our Beter Sites. Hope you can make it.

I saw the lot last year when we were racing over at LCCC....it looked pretty amazing!

So what car is everyone going to be running this season? What are your plans/goals for the season?

I picked up a 1994 miata in November as a new winter project and I think I'm going to run it this year. Unfortunately I didn't realize the torsen rear really limits you in your choice of classes....so I think I'll just run in whatever class I end up in.

I drove my silver WRX last year but without a 2.5 the 18g isn't very much fun in autoX. I spend to much time worrying about keeping the turbo spooled and less about my lines / form. I think the miata will make me a better driver...hopefully.

[Streetracer1227]

Always wanted to try this, maybe I'll give it a go this year if I get bored with going straight. And to the member from Easton, there should be chapters in lehigh valley, reading/berks, and jersey that might have events closer to you

[Khellen]

why are all these places so far away from me!!??? :mad: i been wanting to try for the last year or so but none ever seem to happen close to me

Local non SCCA autoX's are held once a month in Bartonsville. It's a good way to get some practice before making your way out to a sanctioned event. If you're interested shoot me a PM and I'll give you the info.

[07cobaltLScoupe]

thanks man, ill have to keep that in mind. right now i just need to figure out if my car is going to be my work vehicle or not, it depends if i get this new job or not. if it is i really don't want to do too much with it unless i have to and just save up for a second car

[Simmons-Racing]

I saw the lot last year when we were racing over at LCCC....it looked pretty amazing!

So what car is everyone going to be running this season? What are your plans/goals for the season?

I picked up a 1994 miata in November as a new winter project and I think I'm going to run it this year. Unfortunately I didn't realize the torsen rear really limits you in your choice of classes....so I think I'll just run in whatever class I end up in.

I drove my silver WRX last year but without a 2.5 the 18g isn't very much fun in autoX. I spend to much time worrying about keeping the turbo spooled and less about my lines / form. I think the miata will make me a better driver...hopefully.

You are going to love the Miata compared to the Suby. I know so many people that started Auto-xing and then went out and bought a Miata. I have owned 4 so far.

Simmons

[Khellen]

You are going to love the Miata compared to the Suby. I know so many people that started Auto-xing and then went out and bought a Miata. I have owned 4 so far.

Simmons

4?? Holy crap! I can see why....it's a really fun car for the money.

I ended up picking up my 1994 with a hardtop, hard dog roll bar, big front swaybar, stainless steel brake lines, jackson racing headers / catback, lightweight flywheel, KYB AGX's, and OE BBS's for $2500 off a TST member. Loving it so far.

Over the winter I got bored and deleted the AC completely, removed the driver side airbag (installed a 350mm Nardi), and installed beefy flying miata sway bar mounts. Unfortunately I realize this stuff probably completely screws me class wise but right now I'm more concerned with learning how to drive rather then winning trophies.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7166/6826723583_c977826ffe_z.jpg

[strat]

sadly, I don't think I'll be running this year...

maybe I'll sneak out for 1 or 2 events but no feasible way for me to run a full season.

perhaps next year.

[Meng]

hope to at least see you at the Brodarts.

[Simmons-Racing]

4?? Holy crap! I can see why....it's a really fun car for the money.

I ended up picking up my 1994 with a hardtop, hard dog roll bar, big front swaybar, stainless steel brake lines, jackson racing headers / catback, lightweight flywheel, KYB AGX's, and OE BBS's for $2500 off a TST member. Loving it so far.

Over the winter I got bored and deleted the AC completely, removed the driver side airbag (installed a 350mm Nardi), and installed beefy flying miata sway bar mounts. Unfortunately I realize this stuff probably completely screws me class wise but right now I'm more concerned with learning how to drive rather then winning trophies.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7166/6826723583_c977826ffe_z.jpg

Yea, the Only thing that would screw you is the lightweight flywheel. Without that you could run STS with some good street tires. But with the flywheel it puts you into CSP (Big Money Class).

I know Philly has street tire classes, so you can run ST CSP.

Simmons

[Streetracer1227]

They don't need to know it's a lightweight flywheel

[Meng]

So you are saying you would cheat to win?

[Khellen]

Yea, the Only thing that would screw you is the lightweight flywheel. Without that you could run STS with some good street tires. But with the flywheel it puts you into CSP (Big Money Class).

I know Philly has street tire classes, so you can run ST CSP.

Simmons

I was under the impression that the Torsen bumps you from STS to STR? I'll have to go through the rule book. If that's the case maybe it's worth ditching the flywheel eventually....

For now I'll just work on learning how to drive haha

They don't need to know it's a lightweight flywheel

So you are saying you would cheat to win?

I'm not really worried about winning so this is a moot point. I'll have the same amount of fun running in STR as I would in STS. While in STR if I get to the point where my times are close to the top guys in STS I'll go back and remove my flywheel so I can join the class. I think I've got a lot of driving to do before I come anywhere near any of those guys.

[Tinkles]

I dont think the cav is going to be ready for Brodart.

[strat]

it would be if you just run the stock rear brakes.... :p

[Streetracer1227]

So you are saying you would cheat to win?

im just sayin, supposing you buy the car "as-is" and run it "as-is" and you never know, only way to tell is a teardown which i know aint gonna happen at a local event...maybe if you were running a national...just playing devils advocate and ruffling some feathers

[Simmons-Racing]

I was under the impression that the Torsen bumps you from STS to STR? I'll have to go through the rule book. If that's the case maybe it's worth ditching the flywheel eventually....

For now I'll just work on learning how to drive haha





I'm not really worried about winning so this is a moot point. I'll have the same amount of fun running in STR as I would in STS. While in STR if I get to the point where my times are close to the top guys in STS I'll go back and remove my flywheel so I can join the class. I think I've got a lot of driving to do before I come anywhere near any of those guys.

Yea with the diff it will be in STR, but you have to run Stock flywheel and clutch in ANY St class.

Like you said it doesn't matter, just come out and have fun.

Simmons

[rage]

Update to the schedule. Mid-State events are no longer on it.

#01---04/21/12---Brodart Company, 500 Arch Street Williamsport, PA
#02---04/22/12---Brodart Company, 500 Arch Street Williamsport, PA
#03---05/26/12---LCCC Public Safety Training Institute,, Nanticoke, PA
#04---06/03/12---Wyoming Valley Mall,, Wilkes-Barre, PA
#05---07/08/12---Schuylkill Mall, Frackville, PA
#06---08/12/12---Mohegan Sun Casino at Pocono Downs (LotC), Plains, PA
#07---08/26/12---Schuylkill Mall, Frackville, PA
#08---09/23/12---Weatherly High School, School Alley, Weatherly, PA
#09---10/06/12---Brodart Company, 500 Arch Street Williamsport, PA
#10---10/07/12---Brodart Company, 500 Arch Street Williamsport, PA


I will be at as many as I can (have to stop breaking my car)

[strat]

i'll be there Sat morning. Likely helping out with registration. :)

[PAdutch]

So is anybody heading out this weekend? Im debating making the drive.

[Khellen]

Great event this weekend! Shame about the rain but it was still a blast!

[PAdutch]

Great event this weekend! Shame about the rain but it was still a blast!

Let me make sure I have this straight... the w next event is on the 10th right?

[rage]

Let me make sure I have this straight... the w next event is on the 10th right?

Correct, event was moved due to that mall's request.

[Khellen]

Let me make sure I have this straight... the w next event is on the 10th right?

Yessir, the 10th at the Wyoming Valley Mall. Are you going?

Just ordered 195/60/14 star specs for the BBS wheels today. :)

I can't wait to come out to a BIG event with the miata...I've only been running small local events in it so far.

Btw, I have gopro videos from the last event....I'll post them up in the thread once I get home.

[The Stickman]

I might have to make it up to my old AutoX roots and make a NEPA event. I think the last time was 96 or 97 maybe at the latest 98. I miss those days. I doubt any of the old guard are still there.

[strat]

just a heads up... NEPA is running an event at the Pocono raceway on one of the infield courses.

registration is on myautoevents.com. search NEPA and it should come up.

they are limiting reg to 75 cars.

[The Stickman]

just a heads up... NEPA is running an event at the Pocono raceway on one of the infield courses.

registration is on myautoevents.com. search NEPA and it should come up.

they are limiting reg to 75 cars.

What are the requirements for the car and driver for this event? And is anyone else going?

[FocusDude]

why are all these places so far away from me!!??? :mad: i been wanting to try for the last year or so but none ever seem to happen close to me

Philly SCCA runs at Warminster, PA. Its still not close, but may be closer then the events listed above. Probably an hour and 15mins from Easton-

[Khellen]

Just signed up for the Pocono event with NEPA SCCA!

It says on the site that it's the short east course.....does anyone know if this is the course we'll be running?

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5232/7178940837_a3119ee046_b.jpg

[strat]

What are the requirements for the car and driver for this event? And is anyone else going?

As far as I know it will just be the usual tech inspection and required helmet.

khellen... They had a map of the course on the Facebook group. I'll see if I can post it tonight.

I'll be running as well :)

[Khellen]

As far as I know it will just be the usual tech inspection and required helmet.

khellen... They had a map of the course on the Facebook group. I'll see if I can post it tonight.

I'll be running as well :)

Nice! I'll keep an eye out for you!

[PAdutch]

I will be there as well:driving:

[strat]

I believe that is the course

[The Stickman]

So is it run like a track event? Or in single car runs like an AutoX?

[strat]

This is their first event at Pocono but I'm pretty sure it will be autox format.

[The Stickman]

This is their first event at Pocono but I'm pretty sure it will be autox format.

Cool Thanx. Odd that it is on a Monday.

[strat]

My understanding is that Nepa was approached by Pocono... They didn't pick the date

[The Stickman]

Guess I have 2 weeks to get ready now.

[Khellen]

So is it run like a track event? Or in single car runs like an AutoX?

It's single car. They'll let one car go, wait until they are to a certain point, then let the next car go.

The real question is.....how will the cones be setup? Are they going to do a section of cone slalom and another section with an open straight? Or is the whole course going to be coned? I'm really excited to see what they come up with for this event.

[The Stickman]

It's single car. They'll let one car go, wait until they are to a certain point, then let the next car go.

The real question is.....how will the cones be setup? Are they going to do a section of cone slalom and another section with an open straight? Or is the whole course going to be coned? I'm really excited to see what they come up with for this event.

They might just do some gated turns which would be nice. Either way should be a a nice event.

[strat]

i believe Chris was hoping to use as few cones as possible.... or so I'm told.

2 weeks to go!!

[The Stickman]

i believe Chris was hoping to use as few cones as possible.... or so I'm told.

2 weeks to go!!

Great to hear. I need to fix my rear tire rub this week hopefully. I should move my battery so I have room for my breather/catch can.

[Khellen]

Just a heads up for everyone that wasn't at the Pocono event....schedule has been changed:

#06---07/29/12---Schuylkill Mall, Frackville, PA

Anyone going to Frackville later this month?

[The Stickman]

Anyone going to Frackville later this month?

He said the 27th right?

[Khellen]

He said the 27th right?

According to the website it says the 29th. The 27th would be a Friday. I hope it's not a Friday or I'm definitely not coming...haha

[The Stickman]

According to the website it says the 29th. The 27th would be a Friday. I hope it's not a Friday or I'm definitely not coming...haha

Maybe it was the 29th. I just remember him saying this weekend event was postponed until late in the month.

[Tinkles]

I have to work that weekend, but i have 20th-22nd off for the Cone Killer Classic. It'll hopefully be the debut event for the cav.