2009 STU Discussion
Jul 6, 2009, 08:29 PM
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I have not. I know Andy won ESP in '05 in the rain on the stock Advans vs. some guys on big old Hoosier wets, but I have not heard of anyone doing a back to back test in the rain of Hoosier vs. Star Spec or whatever the hot new STU tire is. . .
Jul 6, 2009, 08:36 PM
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Speaking of which, nicely done that weekend. It was funny seeing your car just about pick up both inside wheels going through the last roundabout.
It's definitely something else to see that car in motion and not just in pictures.Sorry I didn't get a chance to come over and introduce myself.
Jul 7, 2009, 01:37 PM
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Hey all. Just wanted to drop a note to say that this weekend I will be doing my first ever SCCA divisional Solo2 event. It will be at the Texas Motor Speedway bus lot. More details here http://www.autocross.com/texasregion/ An exciting 2 full days of competition!
As of now, there are 10 entrants in the STU class (3 Evos, 2 STIs, 1 M3, and 1 Mustang GT) which is a change from the usual 3 or 4 in the local events. So I'm figuring this should give me some sort of gauge on my car and skill.
My supporting mods include intake and full exhaust, tune, wheels with Star Specs and Swift springs. Stock sways, struts and strut mounts. So, I know the cars handling still leaves something to be desired namely in the form of more front camber and sways. It's a works in progress. Otherwise, the car feels pretty good. It still pushes in the turns but it feels a lot more stable and responsive with the new springs.
Also, I've owned this car for about 18 months and only have a real serious season and a half of experience. That said, I'm not expecting too much but I think I'll do alright. My target is to place in the top 70% but I will be very thrilled if I can place in the top half all things considered. I'll totally crap my pants if I make the top 3. I say this because I know the caliber of the drivers and cars in the Texas region SCCA.
That's really all I have to say. Wish me luck and I'll let you all know how it goes.
As of now, there are 10 entrants in the STU class (3 Evos, 2 STIs, 1 M3, and 1 Mustang GT) which is a change from the usual 3 or 4 in the local events. So I'm figuring this should give me some sort of gauge on my car and skill.
My supporting mods include intake and full exhaust, tune, wheels with Star Specs and Swift springs. Stock sways, struts and strut mounts. So, I know the cars handling still leaves something to be desired namely in the form of more front camber and sways. It's a works in progress. Otherwise, the car feels pretty good. It still pushes in the turns but it feels a lot more stable and responsive with the new springs.
Also, I've owned this car for about 18 months and only have a real serious season and a half of experience. That said, I'm not expecting too much but I think I'll do alright. My target is to place in the top 70% but I will be very thrilled if I can place in the top half all things considered. I'll totally crap my pants if I make the top 3. I say this because I know the caliber of the drivers and cars in the Texas region SCCA.
That's really all I have to say. Wish me luck and I'll let you all know how it goes.
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Jul 7, 2009, 01:48 PM
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Doh! I don't feel too bad being .1 off of Chuck at Toledo a few weeks ago then. It didn't rain and we still got outrawed by STS, but still.
Speaking of which, nicely done that weekend. It was funny seeing your car just about pick up both inside wheels going through the last roundabout. It's definitely something else to see that car in motion and not just in pictures.
Sorry I didn't get a chance to come over and introduce myself.
Speaking of which, nicely done that weekend. It was funny seeing your car just about pick up both inside wheels going through the last roundabout.
It's definitely something else to see that car in motion and not just in pictures.Sorry I didn't get a chance to come over and introduce myself.
Jul 7, 2009, 02:07 PM
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Hey all. Just wanted to drop a note to say that this weekend I will be doing my first ever SCCA divisional Solo2 event. It will be at the Texas Motor Speedway bus lot. More details here http://www.autocross.com/texasregion/ An exciting 2 full days of competition!
As of now, there are 10 entrants in the STU class (3 Evos, 2 STIs, 1 M3, and 1 Mustang GT) which is a change from the usual 3 or 4 in the local events. So I'm figuring this should give me some sort of gauge on my car and skill.....
As of now, there are 10 entrants in the STU class (3 Evos, 2 STIs, 1 M3, and 1 Mustang GT) which is a change from the usual 3 or 4 in the local events. So I'm figuring this should give me some sort of gauge on my car and skill.....
Glad you entered the Divisional. See you there!
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I know there are a lot of good drivers in STU. Several of them right here in our own town. I think my best strategy for this weekend is to hope that the competition hits lots of cones
But seriously, I think the Vorshlag Evo is taking the top STU spot (or 2nd place at worst case) followed by an STI or two. I don't even mind if the M3 beats me but I'll be darned if I'm going to be beat by a Mustang GT! Hahaha.
Are there any high-performance parts you want to loan me for the weekend to entice me to buy? Hmmm?
Ehh, I had to try.
