Andy. N Posted January 13, 2004 Share Posted January 13, 2004 Now that we've turned the corner and are into the new year we can all start looking forward to the new sprint season. What are you all aiming for or especially looking forward to in 2004? For my 2nd year I want (need/must/cannot fail!!) to get round Curborough in the 65's (best so far is mid 66's). I'm also looking forward to more of the same general banter and good atmosphere. I'll also know how to respond properly when Richard Price says you can get round Paddock Bend at Curborough without lifting 😬. Moving from Class 4 to Class 2 (1800 Supersport) will also be interesting - hopefully chasing mid table positions!! It will also be interesting to see the result of the upgrades and developments people have made over the winter.......roll on April. What's everyone else looking forward to? Andy Nicholls C7 AJN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Area Representative Richard Price Posted January 13, 2004 Area Representative Share Posted January 13, 2004 Andy, No, in class 2 you need to take it very easy around paddock bend ❗ 😬 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy. N Posted January 13, 2004 Author Share Posted January 13, 2004 Richard - As usual, thanks for the advice 😬 😬 (I shouldn't worry, I doubt i'll be snapping at your heels!) Andy Nicholls C7 AJN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom7 Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 Having had one or two outings in class 4 with a standard 120bhp 1800K and been totally off the pace (most of that is NOT down to the car ) I invested in a few bits and pieces to raise the power output only to find that I would have been able to compete in class 2 this year. So, armed with 200 bhp, an LSD and some new tyres, I've bitten the bullet and decided to see how far off the pace I can be in class 5 😬. I've decided to enter the championship proper to see how it goes. It will be interesting to see how much difference the 'new' car feels and performs against my times for previous outings. My expectations are to have more fun, enjoy the banter and better my results. Although with the new kit, I'm effectively setting a new baseline. It has long been my ambition to compete in a motorsport championship - so here goes Roll on Llandow. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kipper Jnr Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 Tom, Roll on Lydden First 😬 Ford: Engineered for life - built to rust!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Perry Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 Am aiming for a sub 60 second time at Curborough this year with my Crossflow Damn,, wots that noise, eh oh its my alarm clock, where am I ??? 😬 Ugh dreamin' again Edited by - Graham Perry on 14 Jan 2004 21:13:21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Area Representative Richard Price Posted January 14, 2004 Area Representative Share Posted January 14, 2004 Am aiming for a sub 60 second time at Curborough this year with my Crossflow Graham is this on list 1a's, or are you moving to class 3? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom7 Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 Kipper, Lydden is far too far to travel so will give that one a miss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver 21 Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 Tom Don't be a wimp, I'll be at Lydden *thumbup* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom7 Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 Don't be a wimp, I'll be at Lydden With my trailer and minibus etc.... Its a bl00dy long way in a 7 Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan L Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 I am looking forward to joining in with the Sprinting this year. I do not have a lot of track experience but thought this might be a good way to focus on improving my track driving skills. I have always dreamed of doing something in motorsport and being 37 last birthday I did not want to leave it too late in life where I would be wishing "only if I had done this when I was younger". My aim is to have good time and hopefully see an improvement in my driving. Due to the engine in my car I will probably be in class 5 so Tom I do not think you'll have any worries and it will be me collecting the "wooden spoon". I have a few things to do to the car before the first met but I am really enjoying all the prep work. Hope to see you all at the meets. You'll recognise me I'll be the annoying t@wt asking all the silly questions, so please tell me to go away nicely. Alan and his Yellow and Green BDR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bl0498 Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 Hi, Hopefully I am aiming to beat Graham (aka Bacon Butty) at at least one event this season - even if he is in Class 3 with those sticky ACB10's and I have to languish in Class 2 with the RE720s. Brian Bacon and Brie Baguettes - a must at MIRA!!! Trainee Clerk of the Course Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Robinson Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 Keeping up with BB and the rest of the fast boys of class 3 is the main aim now I am driving the red shed. Also managing to get to all events is the other challenge. See you at Lydden 😬 Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver 21 Posted January 15, 2004 Share Posted January 15, 2004 Brian I'm sure you can afford a set of ACB10's to play in Class 3, Steve I'm not sure how you work out I'm one of the 'Fast Boys' I think you've got me mistaken with somone else, I think you should be looking out for Dave, Robin, Rob and Adrian before you start to worry about me 😬 😬 Graham Competition Secretary How many events for 2004?????? (It looks like 9) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Kipper Posted January 15, 2004 Share Posted January 15, 2004 Curborough in under 66 secs would be nice, but beating previous personal bests at all venues is the target for this year. Also, looking forward to the extra hill climb venues. Loton Park was for me the best event of last year, so so different to the sprint courses. But most of all, looking forward to the camaraderie, the banter, the friends and everything else that makes up a club event, regardless of the results. 😬 P.s. And off course, beating the pants off Kipper Jnr 😬 😳 Kipper Fun is not a straight line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kipper Jnr Posted January 15, 2004 Share Posted January 15, 2004 So thats the real reason for the upgrades, you told mum it was to make the car easier to drive 😳 Ford: Engineered for life - built to rust!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bl0498 Posted January 15, 2004 Share Posted January 15, 2004 What upgrades are these Kipper????? Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Perry Posted January 15, 2004 Share Posted January 15, 2004 You have got him worried now Kipper jnr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Durrant Posted January 15, 2004 Share Posted January 15, 2004 I hope to keep improving with each event and beat my times of last year, subject to the weather of course. It would be nice to beat Guy, Colin and Mike who finished ahead of me last year in Class 2 but may be that is asking alot . The most important bit is enjoying the Championship, the banter and the camaraderie. Thanks BB 2004 is already looking better than last year. See you all at Lydden . Mark D Su77on Se7ens Making plans for the 2004 Sprint Season Edited by - Mark Durrant on 15 Jan 2004 12:04:55 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Kipper Posted January 15, 2004 Share Posted January 15, 2004 Don't get too worried everyone, I'm just making a few changes to try and keep up with the Rosslers, Heseltines, Perrys et al in Class 2. Mind you, it does look a bit odd with the aerofoil at the front 😳 I must speak to my laywer and get him to have a word with Frank Williams Kipper Fun is not a straight line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kipper Jnr Posted January 15, 2004 Share Posted January 15, 2004 I don't think they were too worried 😳 Ford: Engineered for life - built to rust!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikes Posted January 15, 2004 Share Posted January 15, 2004 Well, I think I will just give the 7 an extra polish 😬 😬 to gain that slight edge - or it may only compensate for carrying the extra weight of the head restraint, getting older and fatter etc. So I hope all you other Class 2 warriors aren't rushing around doing excessive things to try and gain an unfair advantage!! And yes that means you Mark - I don't know what it is yet, but I have my sources. Like the rest of you though, what makes it so good is the company at the sprints and of course the fantastic organisation of BB. I just hope I can improve on the times last year. See you all at Lydden if not before. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Durrant Posted January 15, 2004 Share Posted January 15, 2004 Mike It depends what you mean by excessive 😬 but don't worry I have shelved the plans for the Nitrous . The car will hopefully be significantly lighter, including the driver 😳, the diets started and the exercise is to start next week . Mark D Su77on Se7ens Making plans for the 2004 Sprint Season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Heseltine Posted January 21, 2004 Share Posted January 21, 2004 My target for the year is to try and keep my engine in one piece. Two rebuilds in 6 months is a tad too many. Although I had it running on Dec 31, I promptly found my newly repaired radiator is fractured. May be repaired FOC (god i hope so) or may need brand new one. Being out of work again come end of March may stop me doing too many events ☹️ ☹️ ☹️ See you all soon, Colin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Perry Posted January 21, 2004 Share Posted January 21, 2004 I think this will be the first year where my car will be heavier than in previous seasons, no more power either, and the driver is 10kg heavier than last year. Sounds like I am getting my excuses in early 😳. Head restraint should look nice and tidy though, as I have decided to do my own rather than the Caterham bolt on version Edited by - Graham Perry on 21 Jan 2004 13:50:47 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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