Gerry Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Santa Pod next week.... Just a word of encouragement for all the many out there who would like to have a go down Pod, but are nervous of getting it wrong / looking stupid / being slow etc etc. I'm 50 yo, never done a 1/4 mile and in a completely stock Supra - so give it a go... You will have a quicker reaction time than me, probably a quicker car than me, and you will definately not be as worried as me. An opportunity like this doesn't come along very often. Don't sit on the bank wishing you were having more fun on the track... Do it.......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henk Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 I'll have had the car precisely 8 days, never done 1/4 mile, drive stock auto TT. Will definitely be taking it easy, no chance I'll be getting good times! If I can do it anyone can! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muffleman Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Good on ya lads, my mapping isn't quite finished so I'm on relatively low boost. Been only once before, loads of wheelspin at 0.6bar and not a great showing, but it's gonna be a great day ! So come on, support the club, lets keep it Supra only What other owners club hires out the whole of Santa Pod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jezz Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Santa Pod next week.... Just a word of encouragement for all the many out there who would like to have a go down Pod, but are nervous of getting it wrong / looking stupid / being slow etc etc. I'm 50 yo, never done a 1/4 mile and in a completely stock Supra - so give it a go... You will have a quicker reaction time than me, probably a quicker car than me, and you will definately not be as worried as me. An opportunity like this doesn't come along very often. Don't sit on the bank wishing you were having more fun on the track... Do it.......... It really is special to have a club that can put this kind of event together, and would be a shame not to make the most of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Well said Gatso Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 If only I could be there.! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 If i can get the car sorted the missus has said i can get out of going to her dads birthday party to have a go. But wont know till later in ther week wether it will be running properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muffleman Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Checked the forecast and it's gonna be SUNNY and warm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr lover Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Nice one Gerry, by the way which way are you going and can I race you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 I'm tempted to bring my spare autobox down and have a go. The extra weight in the back should be good for traction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henk Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 I'm tempted to bring my spare autobox down and have a go. The extra weight in the back should be good for traction. :rlol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Martin you have RLTC you poof! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Martin you have RLTC you poof! Duh....yeah. It was a joke, you merkin. About me carrying around a spare box just to run at the Pod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Sounds like this event is sponsored by Nike now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jezz Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Duh....yeah. It was a joke, you merkin. About me carrying around a spare box just to run at the Pod. So bring your new box with you, leave it with me for the day to look after, and if your box goes for a big turd, you have your new box with you, and Turboidfit is ten minutes away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBDJ Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Do it.......... You've twisted my arm. Does that mean I can hold you responsible if my car breaks? Besides, after the April SEM, you'll have no problems at the pod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerry Posted April 15, 2007 Author Share Posted April 15, 2007 Nice one Gerry, by the way which way are you going and can I race you May joing the big M1 convoy, not sure until mid-week on times. Cheers G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaymdee Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Have signed up to run. Was only gonna spectate, but hey, this may be my one and only time as a drag strip hero (...cough...) never done it before and frankly a bit scared. If it all goes wrong Gatso - you know who I'm blaming Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Its not scarey at all, its strangely more addictive each time you do it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSheffield Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 I will be there, getting a lift with.....someone (believe it to be Martin currently) Lots of us have cars up on blocks at the moment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaymdee Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Its not scarey at all, its strangely more addictive each time you do it Cool. Looking forward to it. As a newbie to this, I won't be hitting any decent times, but I'm sure it will be fun. Do most people take out insurance for these things? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Some people do but I havent either time I've done it. Most cars that I have ever seen loose it have been really powerful monsters that cant put the power down at big speeds, that end up snaking most of the way up the track. Most normally modified cars dont get remotely sideways. The track is always checked for oil and spillages after each run and racing is stopped if there has been something deposited on it. Just check your tyres and make sure you have no leeks and its all cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 tempted to do it 2. but everyone will laugh at my n/a Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glosphil Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 I would like to have ago, but need the car sorted first, not sure the clutch would like it either. Plus will have my son with me and he's 8 so cant leave him alone while I do it. Maybe next time.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DamanC Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 Just do it fellas 1/4 mile Virgin here too and im rather excited at the prospect of it all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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