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07-15-2015, 05:44 PM | #15 | ||
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I'm happy to answer and and all questions that you have - so thanks for asking them. I am not certain why they choose the best 7 races. For regional divisions they take your best 8 races and for nationwide points standings they take your best 7. The FRS can be classed into several SCCA classings (EP, GT3, GTL, STU, T4, and now, thanks to my team, STL). It was unfortunate for our team that our car was built in 2014 for the NASA USTCC Pro series, because a lot of our (non-power) mods threw us into STU. STU is pretty much a powerhouse class that allows motors swaps and FI. Our FRS is so extremely underpowered [for STU] but we were lucky with our consistent podium finishes to gain some good points. As for things changing - yes. I think a lot will change. Right now the FRS is only allowed to run the JR supercharger in STU, i think with time, other options will be made available as manufacturers dig into the SCCA racing world. For example, after our first event at Auto Club Speedway I submitted a letter requesting the legality of running in STL, a slower class than STU - this was finally approved this month but with a high min. weight). Also, there were many more STU cars on the west coast competing last year bc runoffs were at laguna seca, as opposed to Daytona this year (go look at all the STU cars on the east coast). Sponsorship is the toughest bit, and it is never easy. I'd be happy to get into this topic further on PMs because it is easier to answer individual questions, rather than a whole generic paragraph about getting money and supporting companies. I can't even begin to total the amounts of money I have spent (personally) to get to where I am and even to just campaign in this series this year. As some of you know, I raised over $13,000.00 to help fund this season in SCCA, and we never bought a new set of tires. Everything we did was very very low budget and it is proof that no matter what you can do something, even if it seems impossible (much like winning the STU championship with a NA FRS). STU is definitely NOT the correct class for an NA FRS. But like I said, due to our mods - mostly weight reduction components, we were immediately classed for STU. At this point, in my opinion, the best place for the FRS with how the rules are currently written, T4 would be the place I would start if I could've started from scratch (I would've saved a lot of money but wouldn't have been able to utilize all the partnerships we currently have). Hope this helps! Quote:
I am not sure where you pulled those numbers but just for reference here is the list of participation numbers for each event: Jan. 16-18 - Auto Club Speedway 5 saturday and 4 sunday March 21-22 – Chuckwalla Valley Raceway 4 saturday and 4 sunday April 11-12 – Thunderhill Raceway Park 2 saturday and 2 sunday May 1-3 - Buttonwillow Raceway Park 4 saturday and 4 sunday May 23-25 - Pacific Raceway 3 saturday and 3 sunday July 3-5 - Portland International Raceway, Portland, Ore. 3 saturday and 5 sunday For clarity, I am in no way saying this is a large field by any means, but I do think it is a strong point to say we never finished without someone behind us except for the first race of the year and at Thunderhill because of the low turn out - and that is a huge feat especially in STU. Our car needs a lot of work to be in the front of the STU field competitively - but we can only do the best with what we have and you still have to finish a race to get the points, so as our debut year in the SCCA I am pretty damn proud of how we did and to keep a race car maintained to finished 40+ minute races is an accomplishments in itself. There's nothing more frustrating than not being able to take a checkered flag, and I'm always proud to finish any race, it doesn't matter what position we're in.
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07-15-2015, 05:47 PM | #16 | |
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I won the Western Conference Division SCCA US Majors Tour Series and I am leading points in the Nationwide championship for STU.
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07-15-2015, 05:48 PM | #17 | |
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We have a ton of suspension mods, weight reduction, and ummm that's about it.
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07-15-2015, 05:52 PM | #18 | |
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I'm so grateful for you and people like you and @DAEMANO who can appreciate the uphill battles we face as pioneers of the chassis with such limited funding. It's a part of our story that really motivates me and makes me proud to be doing what we can with what we have.
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07-15-2015, 06:16 PM | #19 |
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congratulation as well. The car looks fantastic and it must have been a hell lot of work to put such a venture together and even more to make it successful ! RESPECT
Do you have a build journal on your car ? I see the engine is pretty much stock aside of the exhaust and intake, can you detail the chassis mods you have done to it ?
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07-15-2015, 06:51 PM | #20 | |
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I started a build journal when we first started with the car last year, you can find it here: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=58531 As for chassis mods, here's my most up-to-date list that should cover about everything suspension-wise: Wedsport SA-10R Wheels 18x8 ARP Wheels Studs Muteki Extended Lug Nuts AST Suspension prepared by MANN Engineering Whiteline Front and Rear Sway bar Whiteline Front and Rear Endlinks Whiteline Rear brace Whiteline Anti-dive/caster Correction Kit Whiteline Roll Center Bump Steer Kit Whiteline Rack and Pinion Bushing Whiteline Rear Camber Correction Bushing Whiteline Rear Control Arm Bushings Camber Correction Kit Whiteline Rear Crossmember Bushings Whiteline Gearbox Bushing GTSPEC Rear Adjustable Camber Arms GTSPEC Rear Adjustable Toe Arms GTSPEC Rear Subframe CNC Reinforcement Panels GTSPEC Rear Trailing Arms GTSPEC Rear Lower Subframe Reinforced Tie Brace GTSPEC Rear Lower T Brace GTSPEC Front 4 Point Ladder Brace GTSPEC 3 Point Front Strut Tower Support Brace WinMax W4 Brake Pads Driveway Labs Type 3 Diffuser APR Brake Ducts
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07-15-2015, 07:27 PM | #21 |
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so you manage to race just fine with the brake ducts and some OEM caliper !
that is good to know
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07-15-2015, 07:29 PM | #22 |
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Absolutely. I love my brake set up, they even lasted for our entire 2 hour endurance race. I just wish they weren't so damn heavy.
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07-15-2015, 08:25 PM | #23 |
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Off topic, Michele, but I gotta tell ya, Sunday at the Olympia meet, my wife and I were both quite moved by how personable and generous you were. Spending all day with us yahoos? Sister, you are truly a class act. I wish you all the best.
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07-15-2015, 08:34 PM | #24 |
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Thanks so much for the comment and thanks for coming out to support Toyota of Olympia! I loved being a part of the event and helping out the enthusiasts of our platform and racing in general.
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07-15-2015, 08:53 PM | #25 |
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Congratulations! I love your car
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I am glad I upgraded to the sprint kit and not the endurance kit so at least I get some weight savings, if not it seem the stock caliper are perfectly able to do the job. bah I hope I'll save on pads over time, at least they look cool
did you log your oil pressure / temperature and fuel pressure during the races ? I am curious to know if you experienced any trouble in that department. what kind of oil are you running ?
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@MicheleAbbate
Thank you for taking the time. Thanks for the being willing to discuss financials in PM.
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