CamaroCross Results!

[solo40oz]

[woodside783]

Originally Posted by Synergy SATX

To clarify the classes...based on the experience of the various builds within the Camaro inventory we had to create a Camaro classification system. This system tried to match capabilities of stock Camaros with modified etc. The system was also limited by two other factors...past participation and funding. We did not want to create a class of say just modified V6s as not that many show up and if we did, then we would need to purchase trophies for one or two participants. So with limited funds and limited turn outs for some types of Camaros, we classed as posted. Now lets see the results. 1LEs were neck in neck in the hunt with ZL1s, a 1LE beat my wife in her ZL1 and ended up posting better times than all but one ZL1. The modified V6s swept stock V8. Horsepower isn't the winning equation in an autoX event. By the results should we put ZL1s with stock V8s then? You see how this goes. The variations of Camaros grows every year. In the mean time, I see no changes to classification during C5 Fests.

The case of Casey and this missing car stuff seems to have been solved. We put people were they state they are based on what they tell us they have. We are not perfect, working 12 hour days in the sun with no lunch and no time to enjoy the Fest beyond the confines of the autoX course. After we go wash the scuzz off, eat a meal, our timing and registration volunteers work several more hours in the hotel. Error in registration may occur. We noted some but corrected them on the spot. In Casey's case, as I read it, wasn't ours. If someone feels slighted, let us know.

I promise you, the ALL VOLUNTEER STAFF, who took vacation and paid their own way to fly, drive and stay yo drag filthy trash barrels, set up run and organize this event did not, nor EVER plotted to do anything other than two things:

SAFETY
and
FUN

You want a serious competition, go to SCCA events. This is the Fest. Friendly rivalry welcome. Growing the sport is the foremost goal. But no one EVER is out to "shaft" anyone. If we were I would be mad if I didn't get an invite. I love me a good shafting.

So back to the point...What is the thing that makes you better in autoX? First and foremost it is driver skills. Then tires and sways and then added mods, mainly suspension. So for those new to this sport, seat time will get your times down faster than you can imagine. Stay stock in Pirelli's and suspension. If you do upgrade your Camaro after a year or so of AutoX you will leap forward in skills. My wife had her first autoX in Valdosta and this weekend she was close to the top drivers. Well on her fun runs when it didn't count.
So I hope you had fun, I hope you compete again and if you want to give up a lot to offer so much more, sign up to volunteer at Pete Basica's desk.

Signed
The Fat Guy Who Didn't Stop Talking Into The Mic

you guys did a great job and thank you for putting on a great event. My Friends are really protictive of me and where just looking out for me. I did not know what all was going on tell i got home sunday. My facebook was blowing up and then i got over to camaro5 and had seen what all had been posted. Sorry for all the confusion.

[X-Factor]

Here was my fastest time of 26.5, V6 with suspension mods, i was in the C2 Class. Still have lots to improve on, but i still had a blast.... maybe more sleep would of helped me in the finals... lmao

[BaylorCamaro]

Here's a few different camera angle's of my runs.

[Synergy SATX]

Originally Posted by BaylorCamaro

Here's a few different camera angle's of my runs.

You were getting better with each run. Moar seat time!

[BaylorCamaro]

Originally Posted by Synergy SATX

You were getting better with each run. Moar seat time!

UGH I know! Was running high 24's and then my last run in the finals I hit 24.2, I think I had a 23.x in me.

I just wish there was more Autocross locally, at least with other Camaro's. Going to race it on a road course (MSR Houston) the end of this month, should be fun.

[Synergy SATX]

Originally Posted by woodside783

you guys did a great job and thank you for putting on a great event. My Friends are really protictive of me and where just looking out for me. I did not know what all was going on tell i got home sunday. My facebook was blowing up and then i got over to camaro5 and had seen what all had been posted. Sorry for all the confusion.

No worries. I understood their intent. Step one to a civil sport...understand each other. I get you guys and gals. Just want people to understand what it takes. Pete had to mail all that equipment from Indy to here. We unpacked/re packed it. So much behind the scenes. We went from around 15-20 volunteers to about 11-12. So errors can happen and we will strive to prevent them. Just work with us as they surface. You were great and gave the top drivers a run for their money. If you come to the next Fest we could use some more assistant drivers
for novices.

[Synergy SATX]

Originally Posted by BaylorCamaro

UGH I know! Was running high 24's and then my last run in the finals I hit 24.2, I think I had a 23.x in me.



I just wish there was more Autocross locally, at least with other Camaro's. Going to race it on a road course (MSR Houston) the end of this month, should be fun.

May 18 SASCA at Retama Park in San Antonio. Go to SASCA webpage for more details and registration.

[BaylorCamaro]

Originally Posted by Synergy SATX

May 18 SASCA at Retama Park in San Antonio. Go to SASCA webpage for more details and registration.

Thanks for the suggestion, however Houston Performance Driving is having their annual fun run to Galveston May 18. Currently over 300 people signed up!

[12blkgrayRS]

Chris,
I think the HOUSCCA hosts sanctioned races each month at RPR on the same parking lot. Sometimes At the Police academy in North Houston which is a better track, they used to hold the SOLOII events at the GreyHound park first weekend each month, been awhile for me, havent been keeping up when I got out of it.
I think you can google Houston region SCCA and find the calendar. I will go with you if you go. always on sundays, except divisionals.

[BaylorCamaro]

Originally Posted by 12blkgrayRS

Chris,
I think the HOUSCCA hosts sanctioned races each month at RPR on the same parking lot. Sometimes At the Police academy in North Houston which is a better track, they used to hold the SOLOII events at the GreyHound park first weekend each month, been awhile for me, havent been keeping up when I got out of it.
I think you can google Houston region SCCA and find the calendar. I will go with you if you go. always on sundays, except divisionals.

Yeah I found them. It's at the Police Academy next month. Davey, Joel and I were talking about this on Facebook last night.

[JusticePete]

The best time to question your classification is during Tech or before you start running. The CamaroCross is all about having fun. We do our best to make sure that we deliver on that.

Here are the classes.


C1 -- Stock V6: Any street licensed V6 5th Gen Camaro. We want to see more V-6's this year! CAI and/or Catback only, are allowed. No Headers, tune, engine, brake, or suspension modifications. No under 200 treadwear tires or drag radials.
C2 -- Stock V8: Any street licensed V8 5th Gen Camaro. CAI and/or Catback only, are allowed. No Headers, tune, engine, brake, or suspension modifications. No under 200 treadwear tires or drag radials.
C3 -- Modified: Any naturally aspirated street licensed 5th Gen Camaro (no nitrous).
C4 -- Super Modified: Any force inducted street licensed IRS 5th Gen Camaro. Unlimited mods. Includes 1LE, ZL1 and 2014 Z/28.
C5 -- Shop Car: Any Generation shop owned or non-street licensed car. Unlimited mods.

http://www.camaro5fest.net/camarocross/

A normally aspirated V6 should have been in C3.

[mp51998]

Originally Posted by BaylorCamaro

I just wish there was more Autocross locally, at least with other Camaro's. Going to race it on a road course (MSR Houston) the end of this month, should be fun.

Come on down to Corpus. We'd love to have you. We are a smaller club but have AutoX every full weekend of the month. Looks like June 7th and 8th for the next one. 30 bucks for SCCA members gets you both days. The course we are running right now favors us big V8s. Plus your buddy Ray will be there.

[12blkgrayRS]

Originally Posted by BaylorCamaro

Yeah I found them. It's at the Police Academy next month. Davey, Joel and I were talking about this on Facebook last night.

I put out an invitiation on the H-Town forum for June 1st. gonna be a busy month< May25th is our track day....poor tires!