Morgan Park

[Paul@eliteauto]

wow didnt think we were racing for sheep station!

I dont know I'm just going off the times recorded.
I know grip and brakes were major issues.
As you probably saw with my car.
What else do you whant me to say.
Is the the other 1.09 recorded by the xr8 a load of crock the too.
If so how can we say that the eights beat the sixes fairly?
You opened up a can of worms!

Regards Paul

[Jorgo]

Ok here is a few of my pics, resized and with plates scrubbed out.

The Garage



Eager Beavers lined up for the sighter lap



The "oppo" from my Dad's XR6 during the sighter lap



The queue for the timed sessions, split into the 3 groups

[Jorgo]

The most unique sounding DJR320 ever returning from his warm down lap



Dad returning from his warm down lap not long after



DOUK trying to take things seriously... and failing as usual :nutsycuck



I have a lot more stashed away and even a video or two tucked away. Most of my photos of "on track" action aren't the greatest but I do have a lot of cars parked and looking pretty.

If people want to see more let me know

[jabba]

Originally Posted by Paul@eliteauto

wow didnt think we were racing for sheep station!

I dont know I'm just going off the times recorded.
I know grip and brakes were major issues.
As you probably saw with my car.
What else do you whant me to say.
Is the the other 1.09 recorded by the xr8 a load of crock the too.
If so how can we say that the eights beat the sixes fairly?
You opened up a can of worms!

Regards Paul

No were arnt racing for sheep stations. But I do thing it is not fair to let some thing that they are 10-15sec faster then they what really are... Yes Chris has said that it is impossible to do a 1:09 in our cars. Even if you had 500rwhp, Big set of 6 pot AP's and slicks. Fact is our car are about 500kg to heavy. That Super Sedan Porsche is a full on race car, worked motor, body lightened (weigh about 1100kg), massive wings, big slick and big brakes... What do we have???? street tyres, street brakes, extra 700kg to tow around, no wings to glued to the road. In fact not much at all besides big power, in which we all have troubles getting it to the ground...

I have not opened a can of worm, I am putting a myth to bed early. as I said, it is not good for someone to think they are 10-15sec a lap faster then what they really are. Because next time you go I dare say you will have more work done to your car and you will be expecting to go faster. But your time will reflect you are going slower due to the 1:09 error. You will also most likely tell your mate that you reeled off a 1:09 and your car is as fast a Sports Sedan. How embarrassing will it be the next time you can barely do a 1:17-1:18.... Chris, myself and quite a few other believe it should of been a 1:19, for both you and Chris (Coyote).

The problem is, the time keepers have a bloody difficult job to do and mistakes very easily happen. Add to that the last minute rush to get all the data completed to announce the most fun winners. The pressure is on them in a big way....

Yes the 6's were beaten fair and square. Even after adjusting yours and Chris's lap times the over all lap average for the 6's and 8's is only changed by a few 100's of a sec.

I am not trying to put you down Paul, I am just trying save you from major dissapointment when your next out there and you don't get close to getting the times you set out to achieve....

Matt

[Mrs Coyote]

Originally Posted by Paul@eliteauto

wow didnt think we were racing for sheep station!


Regards Paul

Hey Paul,

Do you want to come real estate/sheep station shopping I think they we might be short of a couple.

Denise (Mrs Coyote)

[Paul@eliteauto]

great shots mate
well done!

[Noddy]

I'm sure everyone would be keen to see the video footage you have. :1syellow1

[Paul@eliteauto]

At the end of the day guys I am still smiling from the fun I had. Just cant stop raving about how much fun it was!
Whether you drive a six or an eight the question is DID YOU HAVE FUN?
I am proud of my car and what I have done with it!
To enjoy it at its most extreme is the best fun I've had with my clothes on.
Once again I thank all involved in running the day(its damm hard work).
We should try to bring the date forward from december because it will be too hot and too punishing and the cars.Something to consider Ken.

[SP Ken]

Originally Posted by Paul@eliteauto

We should try to bring the date forward from december because it will be too hot and too punishing and the cars.Something to consider Ken.

Paul,

We were looking at earlier dates but as you found out on the weekend that the track is awesome hence popular and booked solid. Sorry but December it is.

Ken

[Paul@eliteauto]

Thats cool Ken it was just a sugestion.
Just happy to know its on again!
Hope your on the run on side Ken so we can kick some xr8 freckle! out:

[WILDTRAKPX2]

Well, after seeing these great pics and hearing all the stories, bugger it... count me in for the next one!
Add another V8 to the champion team. I'll settle for the skid pan in the meantime.

[jabba]

Originally Posted by Shockwave XR8

Well, after seeing these great pics and hearing all the stories, bugger it... count me in for the next one!
Add another V8 to the champion team. I'll settle for the skid pan in the meantime.

"And stuff the warranty" he say's.............

Good stuff mate, see you there. We need another V8,,,,, Just to even things up a bit more.....Hehe

[jabba]

I agrea with you both it is all about have fun and enjoying you machine first and kicking 6's butt second(or is it the other way around).... I am shaw every one gains from these meets as a driver and they get to know what the car can do....

Hey Ken, I will be the first to put my hand up to be a time keeper at the next round, providing I can still get out and run my timed laps(I have to keep the 6's honest,hey)...

By the way... I have been talking to Mike from Total Driver, now if anyone is interested
from the club (numbers pending) Mike will hold a club High performance drive training day at Lakeside (again pending the venue will be running, we all will know in about 2 weeks).......if it goes ahead he is going to arange it for XR Club members only (again pending numbers)

[Paul@eliteauto]

Lakeside !
Count me in .
Sure big John in the white xr8 would be in too.
Good work Jabba

[xr694]

I would love to do lakeside too. How much and when?
Nice photos of morgan park, been reliving that day in my mind since, bring on December.

[rob_liss_lms10]

I dont know if they would let me on the track because of the noise restriction?? but otherwise I'm sure Rob would love a go
How and when do they determine if your just tooooo loud? It not just you V8 boys who rumble like thunder! :eclipsee_
Liss

[vegabass]

Price for lakeside? I know pending numbers but maybe a ball park number?

My latest mod should be finished by then!

[Penelope Pitstop]

From previous experience I would say around the $100 mark give or take.

[TotalDriver]

G'day gang,

Re: Lakeside

We'll work closely together on this one as we get closer to the time.

Firstly, we have to win our tender to get the track permanently. That will be advised to us in May sometime.

As for noise restrictions, we'll have to adhere to what the EPA designate for the zoning. I can't quite remember what the db reading must be below, but it is measured using a db measuring thinggy, set a certain distance from the track.

Well, enough technical jargon - wish us luck with Lakeside, our plans for the area are nothing short of astounding!

Chat soon,

[vegabass]

I cant wait! keep us informed!

[coyote]

Originally Posted by TotalDriver

G'day gang,

Re: Lakeside.

As for noise restrictions, we'll have to adhere to what the EPA designate for the zoning. I can't quite remember what the db reading must be below, but it is measured using a db measuring thinggy, set a certain distance from the track.
Chat soon,

Are you going to be responsible for monitoring the noise levels ??

Or will you just have to take the council at their word that it is being exceded ??

[Bighitter]

Morgan Park my first club meet 11 out of 10 bring on December.

Anyone with photos of white xr8 please post.

Jabba have got a dvd of the day if any one is intrested please contact me.

Dvd is not done professionaly but it will do till next time.

Thanks to all involved in Morgan Park.

[bwhinnen]

All photos are now up in their own gallery which can be found here.

Cheers
Brett

[rob_liss_lms10]

Originally Posted by bwhinnen

All photos are now up in their own gallery which can be found here.

Cheers
Brett

Thanks Brett I really appreciate the time and effort you have gone to..They are excellent photos and a fantastic momento of the day...
Thanks Again

Rob And Lissa

[fiery]

Brett they really are beautiful shots.. well done..
I doubt one person could be disappointed with those piccies..

Good on you for providing all the members with such brilliant reminders of their fantastic fun!!

[vegabass]

Rob thinks i need a bigger spoiler!

some outstanding shots there I hope your bringing your camera to the skid pan day!

[bwhinnen]

Originally Posted by vegabass

Rob thinks i need a bigger spoiler!

some outstanding shots there I hope your bringing your camera to the skid pan day!

The photos leading up the that shot and the commentary between you two was great, made my day worth it as well

All depends on when the skid pan is, and if I can get a leave pass (or just bring Vicki and Braden along )

Thanks all!

[Bighitter]

Originally Posted by bwhinnen

All photos are now up in their own gallery which can be found here.

Cheers
Brett

Brett thanks for the great shots ,they will make December worth waiting for.

[JAS000]

Thanks For Great Photos. Morgan Park Was Fantastic. Cant Wait Till Lakeside Will Be A Good Day Count Me In

[JAS000]

Is Any One Having Overheating Problems With Ba Xr8???