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Cool, you guys really did “cut your teeth” doing this huh?
I only got to do a couple of track days in my WRX out there before they closed it. I only had about 2 or 3 AutoXs under my belt at the time and it was my only experience on a full size road course. It was an awesome track, too bad it went the way of the DoDo. I never knew Paul Tracy did a test day out there. I assume it was in prep for one of the Denver Grand Prixs, again, too bad that’s gone as well.
Anyways, its great that Colorado road courses are making a comeback.
As I said before, it’d be sweet if there could be a CSC (or maybe something to replace the Greeley Grand Prix) race out there next year. I know its not really a “sprint” course, but I’ll bet it’d be awesome.
PPIR is gonna be back as well? That’s awesome. At last year’s SOLO nationals a 125 shifter set the fastest time of the event. Clearly the handling and power to weight ratio of a kart is a force for big cars to recognize. Greg’s a hell of a driver, but to do that with only 60ccs is nothing short of amazing. Although, assuming that was what? 3 or 4 years ago? He probably only weighed like 70lbs at the time, huh? 😆
@Chuck D wrote:
All I have to say is……………Thank God :rotate:
After rumors of PMI being possibly purchased/taken over, this is a big sigh of relief.
I’m telling you. Figures that once I got rid of my WRX they’d get another track here close.
I might have to find me an early model Miata to play out there with. Or maybe upgrade to a shifter. But that’d take a lot of blood sold.
Just a quick update.
I got an email today that all of the funding is secured. Official groundbreaking ceremony is Fri. and they are expecting it to be ready for 2009.
@Mike Jansen wrote:
Tried to get Motori fixed but no help.
Should have put on Rotax vs. blind faith.
I”m out of the points for number one anyway so I’ll be like the Broncos and say “wait till next year”
I would like to get my rig fixed and race in August though…
By the way, that’s my brother before he started eating more ice cream 8)As a Chiefs fan I know how that is.
We call it a “rebuilding” season.
@Doug Welch wrote:
As a service to all Rotax racers, if you are asked to cut your seal at any event here in Colorado that I or our shop attends, we will re-seal your motor in tech for the cost of the seal (less than $4.00). If you remove your motor from tech unsealed and then bring it in to the shop, regular rates apply. The bottom line is this, if we are at the race, call us into tech so we can reseal your motor at no charge (just parts if needed)
You do not need a seal for TagUSA rules.
That’s a sweet deal Doug. Not that I expect to be racing CSC, much less getting a podium in CSC, anytime soon, but none the less that right there is great service.
@Doug Welch wrote:
The trees in the background don’t grow around here! I bet it’s fraud. I e mailed the seller to shake his/her tree. I’ll report back.
Doug, if he turns out to be legit will you match that price with the DD2 you have up for sale? 👿
Email the site admin., its probably SuperDave. You should be able to find the email address at the site without logging in.
I carry my kart in my Dakota with no frame to kick it over the wheel wells. I simply drop the tailgate and butt the rear wheels of the kart up against the wheel wells. I use one strap around the front and one around the rear to keep it from rolling up the wheel wells if I brake hard. This setup leaves plenty of room between the kart and the cab of the truck for a stand, toolboxes, and other gear. I learned this trick from Rick Schmidt when I picked my kart up from him and have liked it so much I’ve pretty much written off getting a trailer for now.
Here are some quick pictures I took for another guy, so you can get the idea.
What kind of Subie? Any newer Subie should be able to pull a built up Harbour Freight trailer with no problems whatsoever.
@SubaDrew wrote:
How tall are (adult) karts normally? Would one fit above the wheelwells of a truck with a topper?
Drew, I wouldn’t try going w/ a truck w/ topper. It sounds like a good idea at first and would probably fit. However, Once you’re crammed in between the kart and the cab of the truck you’d have to monkey over the kart in order to get back out.
Sounds like your still thinking about going a route where you can keep the kart loaded at all times. I feel you there. I think a van of some sorts would be your best option.
Or, just build up Harbour Freight trailer and tow it behind the WRX. You know you want to. 👿
@Scomo wrote:
I didn’t jump the kart; I attached the starter to the minivan battery with jumper cables. I do have a slow charger for the battery and it indicated still on charge this morning, so I am going to get our battery shop here at work to test it….
Ohh, I see. Sorry for jumping to conclusions. I was just trying to help. Hope it all works out well for you.
From what I’ve heard jumping the battery with a car can be very damaging. You might want to pick up a battery tender.
