BMW CCA - L.A. Chapter - HPDE Spring Mountain, Pahrump, NV

nicknaz · 06-17-2013, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by The HACK

Feel free to contact National:

http://www.bmwcca.org/contactform

No matter how we feel about the rule wrt convertibles, we are BOUND by the minimum operating standards set forth by the organization that govern our existence. .

The reason I ask about the Chapter reconsidering is that I did go on the national site and read the operating manual and on page 43

http://www.bmwcca.org/sites/default/...AOpsManual.pdf

it reads that Chapters can decide whether to allow E89 (a car with factory-installed, fixed rollover protection) on the track as long as a "broomstick test" is passed

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At the discretion of the Chapter, cars with factory-installed, fixed rollover protection or removable roof
sections may be allowed, but only if this protection meets the Helmet Reference Plane described in Figure
1 in Section 3.7 for both the driver and passenger.

Is it truly a national level issue if it is "at the discretion of the chapter"?

EDIT: I hope I am not coming across the wrong way here. I truly am curious if I can take my E89 or not.

The HACK · 06-17-2013, 10:37 AM

If you are certain you will pass the broomstick test, sign up. Remember the broomstick test means placing a flat stick or plane between the top of the roll hoop and A pillar, and while seated, the top of your helmet must be at a minimum of 2" below the stick/plane.

pkimM3r · 06-18-2013, 03:52 AM

Sit low!!

Can it possibly be rescheduled to another track in the near future if canceled?

pkimM3r · 06-18-2013, 03:53 AM

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Originally Posted by DarkTrigger

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Originally Posted by pkim1079

I need mocohead as my instructor. Actually darktrigger does.

After Reviewing, the scolding was so bad in my first video I won't post with audio. I wasn't anywhere near the worst out there.

Dude post it! I want to hear it ha.

pkimM3r · 06-18-2013, 01:16 PM

all of a sudden i have an urge to go...how many have signed up so far?

SergioK · 06-18-2013, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by pkim1079

all of a sudden i have an urge to go...how many have signed up so far?

Do it!

I'm going. I want to experience this facility in all its glory. I heard the racing surface is as smooth as a baby's bottom. That'll be a nice change from Bumpywillow. Plus apparently the 'clubhouse' has very nice amenities.

pkimM3r · 06-18-2013, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by SergioK

Do it!

I'm going. I want to experience this facility in all its glory. I heard the racing surface is as smooth as a baby's bottom. That'll be a nice change from Bumpywillow. Plus apparently the 'clubhouse' has very nice amenities.

currently negotiating with the boss lol.

The HACK · 06-18-2013, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by SergioK

Do it!

I'm going. I want to experience this facility in all its glory. I heard the racing surface is as smooth as a baby's bottom. That'll be a nice change from Bumpywillow. Plus apparently the 'clubhouse' has very nice amenities.

Let's just say it's the smoothest track surface you will EVER get to drive on. When I drove there last, it was like driving that stretch of the 118 with the brand new pavement. Glass freakin' smooth with a TON of grip.

I mean it made the Sienna I was driving at the time handle like it was on rails.

nicknaz · 06-18-2013, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by pkim1079

Sit low!!

I measured with my helmet on and my seating position is so awkward to get the 2" clearance

Will see about bringing the wife's F30 instead of the E89 (stupid vert...

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Alpine F31 · 06-18-2013, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by pkim1079

all of a sudden i have an urge to go...how many have signed up so far?

I just looked...16 have signed up. I'm going to see if I can make it happen. You had a good idea to make it a "Vegas" trip. I could leave my family there then come to the track with you.

pkimM3r · 06-18-2013, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Alpine F31

I just looked...16 have signed up. I'm going to see if I can make it happen. You had a good idea to make it a "Vegas" trip. I could leave my family there then come to the track with you.

When I suggested that, the response I got was, what so you can "squeeze" in your car shit - Im not dumb. (SO MEAN!!)

FAIL!

Alpine F31 · 06-18-2013, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by pkim1079

When I suggested that, the response I got was, what so you can "squeeze" in your car shit - Im not dumb. (SO MEAN!!)

FAIL!

LOL!
It just goes to show that she know's your ass!

pkimM3r · 06-18-2013, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Alpine F31

LOL!
It just goes to show that she know's your ass!

in the end if she doesn't budge, I end up saying fuck it why CAN'T i go?! and then I feel bad after I come back hahah (that is walking a tight rope!)

The HACK · 07-10-2013, 07:49 PM

This one has been rescheduled to the LAST weekend of the year (the weekend between Christmas and New Years, Dec. 28-29). Those that signed up for the July 13-14th date should have received their refunds by now.

New Years at Vegas. Now I think I can convince the Missus to come out and play.

pkimM3r · 07-11-2013, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by The HACK

This one has been rescheduled to the LAST weekend of the year (the weekend between Christmas and New Years, Dec. 28-29). Those that signed up for the July 13-14th date should have received their refunds by now.

New Years at Vegas. Now I think I can convince the Missus to come out and play.

perhaps so can I! haha

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