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x 1000TOP ENDTOP ENDThe Official Publication of the Finger Lakes Region Sports Car Club of America
December 2009 Volume 54 No12
Solo and Membership meetings - Tuesday December 1Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY
2 December 2009
wwwflr-sccacom Finger Lakes Region - SCCA
2009 BOARD OF DIRECTORSREGIONAL EXECUTIVEMichael Toombs (585) 328-2617 152 Gillette St Rochester NY 14619-2227 reflr-sccacomASSISTANT REGIONAL EXECUTIVEScott Moller (585) 230-5464 1301 Whalen Rd Penfield NY 14526-1917 assist-reflr-sccacomTREASURERElizabeth Thiel (585) 671-9995 fax (585) 266-0942 753 Klem Rd Webster NY 14580 treasurerflr-sccacomSECRETARYCarl F Dresie (585) 544-6482 119 Brookview Dr Rochester NY 14617-3903 secretaryflr-sccacomACTIVITIES DIRECTORBrad Johnson (585) 672-5271 261 Hartsville Lane
Webster NY 14580 activitiesdirectorflr-sccacomDIRECTORSJohn Morris (585) 872-7789 12 Summit Knolls Dr Webster NY 14580-2816 director1flr-sccacomGene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 8 Musket Ln Pittsford NY 14534-3608Jim Craven (585) 889-5363 73 South Rd Scottsville NY 14546-9706 director3flr-sccacomJohn Walsh (585) 546-5670 244 Mendon Center Rd Honeoye Falls NY 14472-9335 director4flr-sccacom
RACECOMPETITION BOARDRich Smith Chair (585) 703-0631 clubracingflr-sccacomDave Ciufo (585) 346-5002Fran McAllister (585) 254-5920Peter Kummer (585) 624-2853Russell Jaslow (585) 724-5890Mary Hartman (585) 426-3288Erik Shepard (585) 269-7097 ldquoWESTWARD HOrdquo RACE CHAIRMENScott Moller (585) 230-5464 westwardflr-sccacomldquoGlen Nationalrdquo RACE CHAIRMENElizabeth Thiel (585) 671-9995 glennationalraceflr-sccacomMichael Toombs (585) 328-2617 ldquoFUN ONErdquo RACE CHAIRMEN Bob HendersonJohn Walsh (585) 546-5670 funoneflr-sccacomCHIEF REGISTRAR Judy Dennis (585) 872-1503 registrarflr-sccacom
CHIEF TIMING amp SCORINGCarl F Dresie (585) 544-6482 tsflr-sccacomCHIEF FLAGGING amp COMM Barbara Lissow (585) 338-7249 fcflr-sccacomCHIEF STARTERJohn Flowers CHIEF GRID Rosemary Goodnight (585) 637-5882CHIEF PITS ampPADDOCKTBACHIEF SCRUTINEERINGBruce Perry (585) 382-9234 techflr-sccacomCHIEF SOUND CONTROLJim Craven (585) 889-5363 soundflr-sccacomNYSRRC REPRESENTATIVEMary Hartman (585) 426-3288
RALLY RALLY CHAIR(S) Tom amp Deb Langdon (315) 524-2260 rallyflr-sccacomPRESIDENT COCR Gail McGuire (585) 226-2958 RALLYCROSS REPRESENTATIVE and COORDINATOR Jason Light (585) 478-0315 rallycrossflr-sccacomMEMBER AT LARGE Amy Smith anthroamyaolcom
SOLO SOLO BOARDBrian Buchman (585) 425-0018 bb54climbaolcomDave Avery (585) 425-9610 davidaverykodakcomBrian Buchman (585)747-3808 bbuchmanjohnholtzcomGeorge Modlin (585) 265-9599 gandemogmailcom Alan Smith (585) 359-4688 asmith2357aolcomMarnie Soom (585) 233-2760 marniesoomgmailcomMike Stutzman (585) 889-2564 stutzeartlingnet CHIEF REGISTRARDana and Cory Kuhns (585) 223-3753 solo2registrarflr-sccacomCHIEF SAFETY STEWARDDave Avery (585) 425-9610 davidaverykodakcomCHIEF TECHNICAL INSPECTION Jim Hoelscher (585) 247-9596 jhoelschrochesterrrcomCHIEFS NOVICE PROGRAMGeorge Modlin (585) 265-9599 gandemogmailcomBrad Johnson (585) 672-5271 baj212yahoocomTIMINGSCORING amp RESULTSJake Massey (585) 697-4139 eselredyahoocomCHIEF SOUND CONTROLEdwin Jeffries (585) 730-2778 edwinjeffriesgmailcom
CHIEF TROPHIESMarnie Soom (585) 233-2760 marniesoomgmailcomCHIEF WORKERSEdwin Jeffries (585) 730-2778 edwinjeffriesgmailcomCHIEF WAIVERSNick Babin (717) 468-7047 babinnickgmailcom
ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONSMEMBERSHIPMike Brunner (585) 752-7233 membershipflr-sccacomTOP END EDITORCarl Dresie (585) 544-6482 topendflr-sccacomMERCHANDISEChris McAllister (585) 872-2530(days) merchandiseflr-sccacomEQUIPMENT CHAIRMANAlan Blood (585) 242-9039 equipmentflr-sccacomREGIONAL HISTORIANLynn Randall (585) 451-5298 historianflr-sccacomWEBMASTERMaryAnne Shults (949) 768-2609 webmasterflr-sccacom
STPR Motorsports LLCManagersMeridith Croucher (315) 331-5354 meridith1cmsncomLewis Giesy (315) 597-9637Alan Smith (585) 359-4688 rallymasterstprorgTreasurerJoyce Bucknam (315) 597-5668
NEDIV ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONSAREA 10 DIRECTORJohn Sheridan (518) 861-8389 PO Box 739 Altamont NY 12009 john12009aolcomNEDIV EXECUTIVE STEWARD RACE Tom Hoffman (443) 507-0957 andso4thverizonnetNEDIV ROADRALLY STEWARDTed Goddard (802) 263-5678 tedgcbtdsnerNEDIV RALLYCROSS STEWARDScott Beliveau (603) 524-4305 beliveauaavidcpmNEDIV SOLO EVENTS BOARDTina Reeves tmrsccafrontiernetnetNEDIV SOLO STEWARDDavid Newman (610) 4335690 dn59verizonnetNEDIV SOLO SAFETY STEWARDBruce Bellom (914) 739-6815
32009 December
TOP END is the official publication of the Finger Lakes Region (FLR) SCCA and is mailed to all members in good standing and to advertisers Opinions expressed herein are the sole responsibility of the contributor and do not neces-sarily reflect the views of FLR Permission to reprint articles is granted to all SCCA regional publications and its national magazine SportsCar Full credit must be given to FLR TOP END and the author
Non-membership subscrip-tion rate $1500 per year Submit subscription orders and address changes to the Circulation Editors Bulk rate mail is not forwarded by the Post Office when you change your address even if you file a forwarding request with your Postmaster
Submit materials for pub-lication to the Editor or any of the Editorial Staff Contact Editor for information regard-ing submission of classified advertising Contact the Ad-vertising Editor for commer-cial advertising Deadline for submissions to TOP END is the 12th of each month Typed printed and electronic files are acceptable Contact Editor re-garding electronic file formats and fonts All submissions are subject to revisions that may be necessary to meet the require-ments for publication
The Official Publication of the FINGER LAKES REGION SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA
Staff ContentsRErsquos Report 4 Meeting Minutes 4 - 6 November Membership Meeting 4 - 5 October BoD Meeting Minutes 5 - 6 FLR News 6 5 Minutes 6Membership News 7From Topeka 7Banquet Flyer 8Solo 9Rally 10 - 13 Rally Meeting Notes 10 RallyCross Results 10 Event Flyers 11 - 13Targa Newfoundland 2009 14 - 16Poems for the season 17Classified Ads 17Membership Application 18Calendar inside back coverDave Klein Back Cover
Photo CreditsCover StaffPage 3 Marie SheehePages 14 amp 16 Courtesy Mark LaitenbergerBack Cover Dave Klein
EDITORADVERTISINGCarl F Dresie119 Brookview DrRochester NY 14617-3903(585) 544-6482e-mail cfdresiecscom
CO-EDITORCOPY EDITORLynn Randall15 Diana DrScottsville NY 14546(585) 889-1289e-mail lynnsccarochesterrrcom
COPY EDITORMaryAnne Shults23864 Sycamore DrMission Viejo CA 92691-3038(949) 768-2609e-mail webmasterflr-sccacom
TOP END CIRCULATIONChange of AddressNotify the SCCA National Office in Topeka and the Membership ChairMike Brunner228 Robert Quigley Dr Apt-1Scottsville NY 14546(585) 752-7233e-mail membershipflr-sccacomAndOr The EDITOR (see above)
Cover PhotoThe difference between men
and boys is the size of their toys Herersquos wishing that we all get adult size toys in the coming year
Editorial Staff Photo One week after ldquoThe Last Chancerdquo It is reported that no vintage cars brought snow tires Marie Sheehe photo
4 December 2009
Mike ToombsRegional Executive
REPort
Meeting MinutesFinger Lakes Region SCCA General Membership Meeting Minutes
The end of the year is just around the corner We have completed a very full season ndash three road races eight Solo events seven Road Rallies six RallyCrosses one Street Survival School and one Solo National Tour event like I said a very full season There is one general membership meeting left then the banquet in January and the year will be complete for the Finger Lakes Region
So planning for next year is in full swing Next year we are planning on running two races eight Solo events seven Road Rallies six RallyCrosses divisional Mini-convention one Street Survival School and one Solo National Tour event So next year looks like it is going to be as busy as the past year In order to do this we need your help Please think about talking to the event chairs and ask them how you can help out
The 2009 NEDiv Mini-convention was the first weekend in November in Pittsburgh PA It was an interesting meeting to say the least The race schedule was a fascinating document when I got to the scheduling meeting There were six double National Races on the schedule The only National that wasnrsquot a double was the one at Lime Rock Park Well the Friday night meeting ended with the same list of events on the schedule nothing was decided
The seminars on Saturday were very informative and I learned something at all of the meetings One important item for NYSRRC drivers there is going to be a change in the way reserved numbers are allocated starting next year yoursquoll hear more about that next month
The Sunday NEDiv Council meeting was quite exciting or should I say some of it was The outcome - after much discussion - was that each double National had to be voted on independently and if five regions voted against the event then it couldnrsquot be held After it was all done each double was voted down even Pocono I wouldnrsquot be surprised if next spring there may be some more discussion but right now there are no double National Races scheduled for next year
I also heard that the Trans-AM series is going to continue next year The race series is going to be taken over by SCCA Pro Racing and will become a part of other Pro weekends They may run during a couple of club races but most of their races will be during other Pro events They will not run as part of the Glen National weekend We made it work this year but I can tell the Glen Region that they should be happy that they wonrsquot have to worry about it next year
I mentioned the year-end banquet earlier it is on the schedule for January 9 There is a flier in Top End and on the Web site with all of the important details Marsha and I have been going to the banquet for quite awhile now and it is always a good time Itrsquos always fun to see how some people clean up So I hope to see you there
Until next monthhellipMike
November 3 2009Location Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford New York 14534
Regional Executive Michael Toombs
called the meeting to order at 808 pm
The following are arranged by topic and may not be in chronological order
Thirty three members attended the Solo Competition Board and general membership meetings
The September general membership meeting minutes as printed in the October issue of Top End were approved on a motion by Curtis Braun seconded by Brad Johnson The October meeting minutes as printed in the November issue of Top End were approved on a motion by Gene Dinkel seconded by Dean Croucher
Treasurerrsquos Report ndash Elizabeth ThielAll the bills presented to date have
been paid Funds have been transferred into the money market account and the investment account Financial details are available from Elizabeth for review This information is broken down by activities
The treasurerrsquos report was accepted on a motion by Curtis Braun seconded by Tom Langdon
2010 Mini-Con ReportThe Finger Lakes Region is hosting
SCCAs Northeast Division Mini-Con on November 11-13 2010 at the Woodcliff
Planning is underway with several activities already under discussion Elizabeth Thiel requested that seminars meetings etc for the different SCCA areas of interest need to be defined The leadership of those groups will be asked to make arrangements for speakers
Visit Rochester flyers will be distributed at this years Mini-Con in Pittsburgh Elizabeth is seeking sponsorship for various parts of the event
Rally Report ndash Tom LangdonThe Genesee and Wyoming
RallyRoad event with Rick Barnes as rallymaster had 20 entries This was well attended for a social rally and
52009 December
also received positive feedback from the competitors The results and report were printed in the November issue of TOP END and are also available on the Web site
The Winter Rally Series training rally will be Sunday December 6 Workers are needed The series is shaping up with confirmed dates and rallymasters
The last RallyCross of the year is scheduled for November 14
The Rally Party and Awards Banquet is scheduled for December 12 and will include a visit from Santa
Solo Report ndashBrian BuchmanThe 2009 Solo series has wrapped up
The remaining event is the Solo picnic on November 15 at the Scottsville Fire hall
The Solo committees upcoming topics of discussion include combining Pro and Street Touring classes for next years season The goal being to provide more competition within a group Planning for next years Street Survival school includes discussing the goal of getting the event on the calendar earlier in the year A potential site is once again Seneca Army Dept
Marnie Soom will chair the Finger Lakes Solo National Tour event again in 2010
Race Report A few Finger Lakes Region drivers
attended the Great Pumpkin race at Nelson Ledges Dave Cuifos car launched over the guardrail between Oaktree and the Carousel finally resting against a tree Dave was not injured but his car sustained damage The PDX scheduled as part of the Pumpkin weekend was cancelled
The Competition Board will consider holding a PDX event as a substitute for the pursuit race at Westward Ho
Mike Toombs reviewed the most recent draft of the NEDiv race schedule Issues with specific dates will be sorted out at the Mini-Con on November 6 Our
race dates at Nelson and the Fun One should not be affected
The board is discussing involvement with the driverrsquos school at Watkins Glen Options are alternate sanctions co-sanctions and date
Activities Report ndash Brad JohnsonThe picnic scheduled to be held at the
Scottsville Fire Department Recreation building on October 18 was cancelled High Points awards normally given out at the annual picnic will be awarded at the Year-end Banquet The board is discussing the future of the annual picnic Some suggested options are to no longer have a picnic move it to another part of the year etc
The Year-end Banquet will be at the Burgundy Basin Inn on January 9 2010 Cost will be $15 per adult $10 per child Anyone with input for the year-end awards contact a board member Contact Carl Dresie for a list of awards and recipients The January general membership meeting has been cancelled any business needing attention will be handled at the banquet
Membership Report ndash Mike BrunnerThe membership count stands at 469
as of November 6 down one from the October 6 number
Old Business Dean Croucher noted that Don
Brubaker associated with Seneca Lodge passed away recently
Meridith Croucher is collecting racing memorabilia for Hillside Childrenrsquos center T-shirts etc gladly accepted with the exception that there must be no tobacco or alcohol related items
New Business
Mike Brunner sent letters for the longevity awards to be given at the year-end banquet Among those to be recognized are two members for their 55-year anniversary and one for 50 years Volunteers have agreed to write ldquotell allsrdquo on these members
Mike is collecting the rotating awards
to prepare them for the new recipients If you have an award and have not yet passed it back please contact him
Meridith Croucher reported that planning meetings for STPRreg2010 will start in November A Rally America organizers meeting is scheduled for January The Rally America National Championship series is being shortened from nine to six events Three European-style RallyX events will be added to the schedule and held at New Jersey Motorsports Park
The meeting was adjourned at 847 pm on a motion by Dean Croucher seconded by Scott Moller
Respectfully submittedCarl F Dresie Secretary
October 27 2009Location 753 Klem Rd Webster NY 14580
Officers and directors present Michael Toombs Regional Executive Scott Moller Asst Regional Executive Elizabeth Thiel Treasurer Carl Dresie Secretary Brad Johnson Activities Director John Walsh Director
Also present Curtis Braun
Board members absent John Morris Gene Dinkel and Jim Craven
Items are presented by subject and may not be in chronological order
The meeting was called to order at 736 pm
The September 29 board of directors meeting minutes were approved on a motion by John Walsh seconded by Brad Johnson
Finger Lakes Region SCCA Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
6 December 2009
FLR NewsTreasurerrsquos Report ndash Elizabeth ThielThe income and expense by class
statement for January 1 through October 27 was distributed for information and comment
All bills presented to date have been paid One advertiser in the Fun One program has yet to pay for their ad All other Fun One advertiser bills have been paid
Funds have been moved from the money market account into the investment fund Kevin Kinney of Canandaigua Bank will meet with the new board after the first of the year
A check for $200 has been sent to the Steel Cities Region for sponsorship of a coffee break at the Mini-Con
The treasurerrsquos report was accepted on a motion by Carl Dresie seconded by Scott Moller
Race Report The preliminary Northeast Division
2010 racing schedule is published but not yet confirmed There are several scheduling issues to be resolved at the Mini-Con Several regions have requests for double national races including the Glen Regions national at Watkins Glen There are three national races on consecutive weekends around the end of July This is against the rules given in the General Competition Rules
John Walsh is polling the regionrsquos national drivers regarding their preference on national races
T-shirtrsquos left over from the Fun One will be passed along to Meridith Croucher She is organizing the donation of any motorsports memorabilia that doesnrsquot promote cigarettes or alcohol to Hillside Childrenrsquos Center
Watkins Glen International management sent the region a letter confirming our September 18-19 race dates for 2010 Track rental will be $34k plus $325 for camping The letter includes a list of services provided by the track
Street Survival School The Solo board is planning to hold
a Street Survival School in 2010 Planning and organizing for this event needs to be started early next year Possible sites include RIT Xerox and Seneca Army Depot Scheduling needs to be coordinated with next years events calendar
Activities Report ndash Brad JohnsonThe picnic was cancelled High
Points awards will be given out at the year-end banquet
The Year-end Banquet is scheduled for January 9 at the Burgundy Basin Inn Cost will be $15 for adults $10 for children Longevity recognition for 20 years and greater will have two dinners provided by the region John Sheridan and regional executives from adjoining regions will be invited to attend The banquet budget was approved on a motion by Scott Moller seconded by Brad Johnson Payment at the door will be accepted but RSVPs are needed
New Business There will not be a January
membership meeting All business will be held for the February meeting The cancellation was approved on a motion by Scott Moller seconded by John Walsh
Old Business The Finger Lakes Region will host
the 2010 Mini-Con at the Woodcliff Hotel and Spa on November 11-13 2010 A flyer will be taken to the Mini-Con at Pittsburgh promoting tourism in Rochester Each area of interest is being asked to provide a list of sessions to be scheduled and to arrange for speakers etc Elizabeth Thiel and Chris McAllister are in the preliminary planning stages Sponsorship for various activities is being sought Room rates will be $110
The meeting was adjourned at 921 pm on a motion by John Walsh seconded by Scott Moller Respectfully submitted Carl F Dresie Secretary
5 MinutesItems of immediate interest
December 1 MeetingsThe last Solo competition board and
general membership meetings of the year will be held at the Burgundy Basin Inn The Solo and Conp meetin will start about 7 pm the general membership meeting about 8 pm The next scheduled meetings will be February 2 This will be the chance to get a head start on any changes for the 2010 season At the general membership meeting you will hear reports from the recent Mini-Con In addition to the tall tales and bench racing that follow the meeting you may hear anecdotes that wonrsquot be printed in TOP END
How to play the rally gameAnyone planning on running the
Winter Rally Series or want to learn more about how to navigate a TSD rally should consider running the training rally on December 6 See more information on page 11
RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party
Santa will be a special guest at the rally grouprsquos party on December 12 In addition to RoadRally and RallyCross awards Santa will deliver appropriate gifts If you plan on attending RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 More information is given on page 12
The Long Way Home lsquo10The first event in the Winter Rally
Series is scheduled for January 2 See page 13 for details
SCCA National Convention registration
The national convention will be held at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas Nevada on January 28 through 30 Save up to $60 by registering on or before January 4 Registration forms can be found at httpcmssccacomdocumentsConvention201020Registration20formpdf or by contacting a board member
72009 December
Membership News and Information
From Topeka
Welcome to the Finger Lakes Region SCCAMargaret McClure (Welcome Back)
Debra Lisena-Tyo (Welcome Back)
Carol Christopher Daniela and Marissa ManciniFamily
Address ChangesChris MortonRoy Bruno JrSteve Mancini
Address information is available from the membership chair andor the Top End editor
Dont forget to renewByron Liedtke
Robert J Veltz
Karen Gesell
Nick Julian
2009 SCCA National Convention Registration Now Open
The Convention will officially begin at the South Point Hotel and Casino on Thursday January 28 2010 at 800 am and will conclude with the Awards and Hall of Fame Banquet
Saturday January 30 2010
REGISTRATIONThere are three fast and easy ways to register
1) Online at sccacom2) Fax the form to 785-232-72133) Mail the form to
SCCA Convention PO Box 19400
Topeka KS 66619-0400The form can be downloaded at scca
com or contact a board member
Registrations received on or before January 4 2010 will receive an email registration confirmation We still have the tiered registration available
CANCELLATION POLICYCancellations made before January
14 2010 will be assessed a $2500 administrative fee Cancellations on or after January 15 2010 are non refundable
HOTEL RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION
You are responsible for making your own hotel reservations and you must ask for the SCCA block to get the discounted rates
SOUTH POINT HOTEL CASINO amp SPA 9777 Las Vegas Blvd So Las Vegas NV 89183Reservations Department 866-791-7626 or online httpwwwsouthpointcasinocomhotelindexphpGroup Code ldquoSCC0125rdquo or mention the SCCA 2010 National Convention- $7000 for single or double occupancy
(Sunday night ndash Thursday night)- $9000 for single or double occupancy
(Friday and Saturday night)- This averages $80night for the
typical four night stay which remains consistent or even less than recent Conventions Rates good through December 28 2009
- Complimentary Parking- High Speed InternetWireless $1199
per day- 11+ Restaurants and Bars Onsite- Beautifully landscaped Pool and
Jacuzzi
- Business Center Barber Shop Liquor Store Arcade Fitness Center and Gift Shop Movie Theater Bowling and Bingo
- All convention facilities are wheelchair accessible
SCHEDULEThe Convention Schedule is ever-
changing through the course of the year We allow this to ensure a logical schedule with relevant content The schedule will be posted to the website
AIRPORT AND TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
McCarran International Airport (LAS) is 10 minutes from the hotel There is a free airport shuttle for guests of the South Point Hotel and Casino A taxi from the hotel to the strip costs less than $2000
INTERNET KIOSKSWe will have two kiosks with print
capability available near the Registration Center for short term use during convention hours by our attendees at no charge
DRESS CODECasual attire is appropriate for all
Convention sessions and lunches The Saturday evening banquet is more formal and we recommend the appropriate dress attire for men and women
ONSITE REGISTRATIONOnsite registration will be on the 2nd
Floor at the Registration Center All attendees must visit Registration to sign the waiver and receive name badges and other convention materials Registration hours will be
Wednesday 500 pm ndash 900 pm Thursday 800am - 1130 am amp 100 - 700 pmFriday 800am ndash 1130 am amp 130 - 400 pm Saturday 800am ndash 1230 pm
QUESTIONS COMMENTSEmail ConventionsccacomCall 800-770-2055
8 December 2009
Solo
Checks payable to ldquoFinger Lakes Region SCCArdquoAt the door or mail to Finger Lakes Banquet 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
Number of Adults _____ x $15 = $_______
Number of Children ____ x $10 = $_______
Total enclosed $_______
Name(s)________________________________________________________________________________________
PLEASE RSVP by January 2 2010Brad Johnson 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
ph (585) 672 - 5271 e-mail activitiesdirectorflr-sccacom
Burgundy Basin InnBurgundy Basin Inn1361 Marsh Road Pittsford
ph (585) 248-2660 600-700 pm Registration Open bar Hors drsquooeuvres 700 pm Dinner amp Cash Bar Following dinner Presentation of awards and recognition
Beer and wine otherbeverages available for purchase
Directions to Burgundy Basin Inn 1 Leave 490 (East of Rochester) at exit 27Bushnellrsquos Basin 2 Turn right onto Route 96Pittsford Victor Rd 3 In 03 miles turn right onto Marsh Rd (This is the second right) Caution Single Lane Bridge 4 In 025 miles turn left into the BBI parking lot Also available at httpwwrfl r-sccacombbinhtml
Annual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquetand Membership Recognition
SaturdayJanuary 9 2010
92009 December
Finger Lakes RegionSolo Series
Season Championships SoloBrian BuchmanSolo Chair
Pos Class(Pax) Driver Marque Points
1 95 Mark Seelbinder 03 Honda S2000 1222 1 Brian Buchman Evo 56
1 787 Paul Smith 04 Mazda RX-8 137
1 7 Brad Johnson 93 Toyota MR2 1222 64 Bret Wallace 95 Mazda Miata 82
1 70 John Cass 08 Mini S 1502 21 Jason Offord 03 Mazda Mazdaspeed Protege 125
1 22 Jeff Weaver Honda civic si 1202 14 Greg Turner Focus 105
1 29 Andy Cocilova 2002 Corvette 140
1 5 Edwin Jeffries 90 Mazda Chick car 1352 33 Mike Toombs 88 Honda CRX 73
1 14 James Hoelscher 88 Chevrolet Camaro 1552 305 Chris Schiffner 79 Oldsmobile Cutlass 89
1 99 Paul Shaver MG 1502 68 Craig Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra 973 168 William Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra Replica 854 96 Julie Shaver MG 79
1 88 Todd Miller 93 VW Solo Vee 144
1 54 John Stephens Honda Civic EX 1602 10 Mike Smith 00 Subaru Impreza RS 130
1 97 Cory Kuhns 90 Honda CRX Si 1602 35 Brian Reeves Miata 1243 116 Marnie Soom 90 Honda CRX Si 1084 67 Dave Avery MGB 64
1 4 Wilson Cazer 08 VW GTI 1192 770 Paul Quinn 06 Mini Cooper S 79
1 26 Andy Blake 95 BMW M3 1302 23 Stephen Lawless 95 BMW M3 873 20 Jason Morse Supra 69
1 89 George Little Eclipse 152
1 21 Jake Bucknam 05 Kart Brava 44 Margay 1602 19 Christian OBrien Kart 843 96 Casey OBrien Kart 52
1 99 Karl Mapstone 92 Kart Red Kart 95
1 NCS 46 Doug Krasucki 07 Mazda MX5 Miata 612 NES 77 Athena Visel 93 Mazda Miata 603 NGS 25 H William Connors II Dodge Caliber SRT-4 58
1 22 Jack Thompson 98 Kart Coyote 140
1 RCS 91 George Modlin 09 Pontiac Solstice 1422 RHS 68 Shaun Hallam 06 Toyota Scion tC 84
Adult Kart
Road Tire (Pax)
A Stock
B Stock
E Stock
G Stock
H Stock
A Street Prepared
C Street Prepared
C Prepared
Street Modified
Junior Kart A
Junior Kart B
Novice (Pax)
Street Touring
Street Touring S
Street Touring X
Street Touring U
E Modified
F Modified
From the 2009 Finger Lakes Region Solo Supplemental RegulationsThe FLR Solo Championship SeriesA Competitor Eligibility - An entrant must compete in a
minimum of five (5) local FLR Solo Championship Series point events in the same class to be eligible for year-end trophies
C Point Calculation - Season points are awarded from your best eight (8) events Points from all OOR events may be used to count towards year end points At least five (5) local FLR events are required to qualify for year-end championship
10 December 2009
RallyTom and Deb LangdonRoad Rally Chairs
Driver Marque Class OA Cls Run 1 Run 2 Run 3 Run 4 Run 5 Run 6 Run 7 Run 8 Run 9 Run 10 Run 1126 Dave Potocki Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 1 1 1994 207 208+1 181 198 189 190 184 189 158 147 1438 Mark Wetzel Crazy Audi Rally-O4 2 1 2056 193 187 226+1 184 200 195 203 202 158 155 153
18 Saurabi Kohli Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 3 2 2098 196 202+1 186 199+1 212 212+1 212+1 210 152 163+1 15416 Dan Kaufman Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 4 3 2123 203 205+1 193 225+3 195 211+1 192 207 171+1 158 163+121 Garick Tischler Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 5 4 2143 223+1 203+1 198+1 223+4 212+3 185 226+4 185 158+1 159 171+324 Nathan Mino 08 STI Modified-O4 6 5 2155 218+2 199 210+2 219+1 189 188 200 205+2 168+1 178+1 181+146 Jim Perrin Douche Rocket Modified-O4 7 6 2155 195+1 189+1 193+1 232+5 194+1 184 183 226+4 189+2 172+2 198+582 Rick Leto Beretta Modified-O2 8 1 2192 197 225+1 198 209+1 192 204+1 200 194 212 171 190+25 Jesse Luce Douche Rocket Modified-O4 9 7 2335 201 210+2 219+3 216+3 220+1 229+2 210 218+1 207+1 215+1 190+3
48 Alex Ripstein BMW 535i Stock-O2 10 1 2540 232 223 235 300 235+1 240 280+1 243 179 193+1 180Time includes all penalties
RallyCross Results October 17 2009 Car
Place TotalTime
Run time plus cones
Rally Meeting NotesNovember 10 200996 Church Street Victor NY
Nine RoadRally and RallyCross enthusiasts were present
The rally group received a request from the 2010 Mini-Con chairs to provide a list of seminars and meetings Possible subjects include a Town Hall meeting safety steward training etc
The last RallyCross event of the season is scheduled for November 14 Jim Perrin will be chairing this event
The Winter Series training rally is scheduled for Sunday December 6 The rally format will be an abbreviated winter rally style starting with calculations included and transitioning to the traditional instructions Workers for five or six checkpoints and scoring are needed
The RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party will be on Saturday December 12 Information is available on the Web site and in TOP END Mugs and pitchers are possible season trophies
The Winter Series will consist of five events January 2 Alan Smith as Rallymaster January 23 Gary Thomas as tentative Rallymaster February 6
and February 20 Tom Langdon and Karl Haltiner as Rallymasters March 6 Rallymaster Curtis Braun with Ben Gilmore Tom and Karl need to decide which will do the February events The general instructions will be an update of those used last year Noise levels need to be reduced Curtis Braun will review the 2009 series data to determine start order for the 2010 events
Manettirsquos Restaurant in Canandaigua is closed Recent rally headquarters have been the Yard Of Ale in Piffard and Cheap Charliersquos in Bloomfield Other venues and their use need to be found The Winter Rally Series trophies will be dash plaques
Rallymasters are asked to provide an article reporting on their rally If no article is written a list of workers must be provided Results should be sent to the
Top End editor and to the Webmaster Jason Light will not be able to attend
all of the RallyCross events during the 2010 season He will handle some of the paperwork
RallyCross classing is being revised for next year The overunder split for naturally aspirated engines will be raised Stone needs to be added around the leach field and at a spot near the trees at Perryrsquos Park An entry level of around twenty seems optimum Tom Langdon will send the non-working clocks out for repair
Jason Light reported that the recent Glen Region RallyCross event went well The course was short smooth and well maintained There was a large turnout for this event
112009 December
How to Play the Rally Game 6
Or ldquoI Hope We Donrsquot Get Lost Again Rally 25rdquo
Sunday
December 6 2009
Schedule
Place
Entrant Information
12 December 2009
FINGER LAKES Region SCCA and COCRRoadRally and RallyCrossHoliday and Awards Party
Cheap Charlie‛s Restaurant8 Elm Street (Route 444) Bloomfield NY 14469Saturday December 12 2009Cocktails 600 pmDinner 700 pm
Cocktail Hour 600 pm - Cash bar
Prime Rib - 12 oz with baked potatoeChicken and Shrimp Scampi over LinguiniChicken or Veal Parmesan with Spaghetti
All dinner includeSalad Bread Vegetable Coffee and Dessert
Price per person - $2000RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 at (585) 359-4688 or asmith2357aolcom
Awards for 2009 Rallies 2009 RallyCross Seriesand a visit from Santa after dinner
Santa with a little help from a pair of glasses and Tom Langdon delivers gifts and comments
132009 December
The Long Way Home lsquo10January 2 2010
It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the southern tier with the Finger Lakes Regionrsquos 2010 Winter Rally Series The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved and some pavedroads in the New York Southern Tier
Entry fees are $35car for SCCA members $45car for guests There is a 35 car limit so pre-registration is recommended Series classes are Equipped LimitedStock and Novice
Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility) tow ropestrap and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete
StartFinish location Yard of Ale Canal House 3226 Genesee St Piffard NY
Schedule Registration 300 to 400 PMNovice school 330 PMDriverrsquos Meeting 410 PMFirst car starts 431 PM First car finishes about 1100 PM
Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questionsAlan Smith asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
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points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
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Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
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For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
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PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
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192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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The Official Publication of the FINGER LAKES REGION SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA
Staff ContentsRErsquos Report 4 Meeting Minutes 4 - 6 November Membership Meeting 4 - 5 October BoD Meeting Minutes 5 - 6 FLR News 6 5 Minutes 6Membership News 7From Topeka 7Banquet Flyer 8Solo 9Rally 10 - 13 Rally Meeting Notes 10 RallyCross Results 10 Event Flyers 11 - 13Targa Newfoundland 2009 14 - 16Poems for the season 17Classified Ads 17Membership Application 18Calendar inside back coverDave Klein Back Cover
Photo CreditsCover StaffPage 3 Marie SheehePages 14 amp 16 Courtesy Mark LaitenbergerBack Cover Dave Klein
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CO-EDITORCOPY EDITORLynn Randall15 Diana DrScottsville NY 14546(585) 889-1289e-mail lynnsccarochesterrrcom
COPY EDITORMaryAnne Shults23864 Sycamore DrMission Viejo CA 92691-3038(949) 768-2609e-mail webmasterflr-sccacom
TOP END CIRCULATIONChange of AddressNotify the SCCA National Office in Topeka and the Membership ChairMike Brunner228 Robert Quigley Dr Apt-1Scottsville NY 14546(585) 752-7233e-mail membershipflr-sccacomAndOr The EDITOR (see above)
Cover PhotoThe difference between men
and boys is the size of their toys Herersquos wishing that we all get adult size toys in the coming year
Editorial Staff Photo One week after ldquoThe Last Chancerdquo It is reported that no vintage cars brought snow tires Marie Sheehe photo
4 December 2009
Mike ToombsRegional Executive
REPort
Meeting MinutesFinger Lakes Region SCCA General Membership Meeting Minutes
The end of the year is just around the corner We have completed a very full season ndash three road races eight Solo events seven Road Rallies six RallyCrosses one Street Survival School and one Solo National Tour event like I said a very full season There is one general membership meeting left then the banquet in January and the year will be complete for the Finger Lakes Region
So planning for next year is in full swing Next year we are planning on running two races eight Solo events seven Road Rallies six RallyCrosses divisional Mini-convention one Street Survival School and one Solo National Tour event So next year looks like it is going to be as busy as the past year In order to do this we need your help Please think about talking to the event chairs and ask them how you can help out
The 2009 NEDiv Mini-convention was the first weekend in November in Pittsburgh PA It was an interesting meeting to say the least The race schedule was a fascinating document when I got to the scheduling meeting There were six double National Races on the schedule The only National that wasnrsquot a double was the one at Lime Rock Park Well the Friday night meeting ended with the same list of events on the schedule nothing was decided
The seminars on Saturday were very informative and I learned something at all of the meetings One important item for NYSRRC drivers there is going to be a change in the way reserved numbers are allocated starting next year yoursquoll hear more about that next month
The Sunday NEDiv Council meeting was quite exciting or should I say some of it was The outcome - after much discussion - was that each double National had to be voted on independently and if five regions voted against the event then it couldnrsquot be held After it was all done each double was voted down even Pocono I wouldnrsquot be surprised if next spring there may be some more discussion but right now there are no double National Races scheduled for next year
I also heard that the Trans-AM series is going to continue next year The race series is going to be taken over by SCCA Pro Racing and will become a part of other Pro weekends They may run during a couple of club races but most of their races will be during other Pro events They will not run as part of the Glen National weekend We made it work this year but I can tell the Glen Region that they should be happy that they wonrsquot have to worry about it next year
I mentioned the year-end banquet earlier it is on the schedule for January 9 There is a flier in Top End and on the Web site with all of the important details Marsha and I have been going to the banquet for quite awhile now and it is always a good time Itrsquos always fun to see how some people clean up So I hope to see you there
Until next monthhellipMike
November 3 2009Location Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford New York 14534
Regional Executive Michael Toombs
called the meeting to order at 808 pm
The following are arranged by topic and may not be in chronological order
Thirty three members attended the Solo Competition Board and general membership meetings
The September general membership meeting minutes as printed in the October issue of Top End were approved on a motion by Curtis Braun seconded by Brad Johnson The October meeting minutes as printed in the November issue of Top End were approved on a motion by Gene Dinkel seconded by Dean Croucher
Treasurerrsquos Report ndash Elizabeth ThielAll the bills presented to date have
been paid Funds have been transferred into the money market account and the investment account Financial details are available from Elizabeth for review This information is broken down by activities
The treasurerrsquos report was accepted on a motion by Curtis Braun seconded by Tom Langdon
2010 Mini-Con ReportThe Finger Lakes Region is hosting
SCCAs Northeast Division Mini-Con on November 11-13 2010 at the Woodcliff
Planning is underway with several activities already under discussion Elizabeth Thiel requested that seminars meetings etc for the different SCCA areas of interest need to be defined The leadership of those groups will be asked to make arrangements for speakers
Visit Rochester flyers will be distributed at this years Mini-Con in Pittsburgh Elizabeth is seeking sponsorship for various parts of the event
Rally Report ndash Tom LangdonThe Genesee and Wyoming
RallyRoad event with Rick Barnes as rallymaster had 20 entries This was well attended for a social rally and
52009 December
also received positive feedback from the competitors The results and report were printed in the November issue of TOP END and are also available on the Web site
The Winter Rally Series training rally will be Sunday December 6 Workers are needed The series is shaping up with confirmed dates and rallymasters
The last RallyCross of the year is scheduled for November 14
The Rally Party and Awards Banquet is scheduled for December 12 and will include a visit from Santa
Solo Report ndashBrian BuchmanThe 2009 Solo series has wrapped up
The remaining event is the Solo picnic on November 15 at the Scottsville Fire hall
The Solo committees upcoming topics of discussion include combining Pro and Street Touring classes for next years season The goal being to provide more competition within a group Planning for next years Street Survival school includes discussing the goal of getting the event on the calendar earlier in the year A potential site is once again Seneca Army Dept
Marnie Soom will chair the Finger Lakes Solo National Tour event again in 2010
Race Report A few Finger Lakes Region drivers
attended the Great Pumpkin race at Nelson Ledges Dave Cuifos car launched over the guardrail between Oaktree and the Carousel finally resting against a tree Dave was not injured but his car sustained damage The PDX scheduled as part of the Pumpkin weekend was cancelled
The Competition Board will consider holding a PDX event as a substitute for the pursuit race at Westward Ho
Mike Toombs reviewed the most recent draft of the NEDiv race schedule Issues with specific dates will be sorted out at the Mini-Con on November 6 Our
race dates at Nelson and the Fun One should not be affected
The board is discussing involvement with the driverrsquos school at Watkins Glen Options are alternate sanctions co-sanctions and date
Activities Report ndash Brad JohnsonThe picnic scheduled to be held at the
Scottsville Fire Department Recreation building on October 18 was cancelled High Points awards normally given out at the annual picnic will be awarded at the Year-end Banquet The board is discussing the future of the annual picnic Some suggested options are to no longer have a picnic move it to another part of the year etc
The Year-end Banquet will be at the Burgundy Basin Inn on January 9 2010 Cost will be $15 per adult $10 per child Anyone with input for the year-end awards contact a board member Contact Carl Dresie for a list of awards and recipients The January general membership meeting has been cancelled any business needing attention will be handled at the banquet
Membership Report ndash Mike BrunnerThe membership count stands at 469
as of November 6 down one from the October 6 number
Old Business Dean Croucher noted that Don
Brubaker associated with Seneca Lodge passed away recently
Meridith Croucher is collecting racing memorabilia for Hillside Childrenrsquos center T-shirts etc gladly accepted with the exception that there must be no tobacco or alcohol related items
New Business
Mike Brunner sent letters for the longevity awards to be given at the year-end banquet Among those to be recognized are two members for their 55-year anniversary and one for 50 years Volunteers have agreed to write ldquotell allsrdquo on these members
Mike is collecting the rotating awards
to prepare them for the new recipients If you have an award and have not yet passed it back please contact him
Meridith Croucher reported that planning meetings for STPRreg2010 will start in November A Rally America organizers meeting is scheduled for January The Rally America National Championship series is being shortened from nine to six events Three European-style RallyX events will be added to the schedule and held at New Jersey Motorsports Park
The meeting was adjourned at 847 pm on a motion by Dean Croucher seconded by Scott Moller
Respectfully submittedCarl F Dresie Secretary
October 27 2009Location 753 Klem Rd Webster NY 14580
Officers and directors present Michael Toombs Regional Executive Scott Moller Asst Regional Executive Elizabeth Thiel Treasurer Carl Dresie Secretary Brad Johnson Activities Director John Walsh Director
Also present Curtis Braun
Board members absent John Morris Gene Dinkel and Jim Craven
Items are presented by subject and may not be in chronological order
The meeting was called to order at 736 pm
The September 29 board of directors meeting minutes were approved on a motion by John Walsh seconded by Brad Johnson
Finger Lakes Region SCCA Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
6 December 2009
FLR NewsTreasurerrsquos Report ndash Elizabeth ThielThe income and expense by class
statement for January 1 through October 27 was distributed for information and comment
All bills presented to date have been paid One advertiser in the Fun One program has yet to pay for their ad All other Fun One advertiser bills have been paid
Funds have been moved from the money market account into the investment fund Kevin Kinney of Canandaigua Bank will meet with the new board after the first of the year
A check for $200 has been sent to the Steel Cities Region for sponsorship of a coffee break at the Mini-Con
The treasurerrsquos report was accepted on a motion by Carl Dresie seconded by Scott Moller
Race Report The preliminary Northeast Division
2010 racing schedule is published but not yet confirmed There are several scheduling issues to be resolved at the Mini-Con Several regions have requests for double national races including the Glen Regions national at Watkins Glen There are three national races on consecutive weekends around the end of July This is against the rules given in the General Competition Rules
John Walsh is polling the regionrsquos national drivers regarding their preference on national races
T-shirtrsquos left over from the Fun One will be passed along to Meridith Croucher She is organizing the donation of any motorsports memorabilia that doesnrsquot promote cigarettes or alcohol to Hillside Childrenrsquos Center
Watkins Glen International management sent the region a letter confirming our September 18-19 race dates for 2010 Track rental will be $34k plus $325 for camping The letter includes a list of services provided by the track
Street Survival School The Solo board is planning to hold
a Street Survival School in 2010 Planning and organizing for this event needs to be started early next year Possible sites include RIT Xerox and Seneca Army Depot Scheduling needs to be coordinated with next years events calendar
Activities Report ndash Brad JohnsonThe picnic was cancelled High
Points awards will be given out at the year-end banquet
The Year-end Banquet is scheduled for January 9 at the Burgundy Basin Inn Cost will be $15 for adults $10 for children Longevity recognition for 20 years and greater will have two dinners provided by the region John Sheridan and regional executives from adjoining regions will be invited to attend The banquet budget was approved on a motion by Scott Moller seconded by Brad Johnson Payment at the door will be accepted but RSVPs are needed
New Business There will not be a January
membership meeting All business will be held for the February meeting The cancellation was approved on a motion by Scott Moller seconded by John Walsh
Old Business The Finger Lakes Region will host
the 2010 Mini-Con at the Woodcliff Hotel and Spa on November 11-13 2010 A flyer will be taken to the Mini-Con at Pittsburgh promoting tourism in Rochester Each area of interest is being asked to provide a list of sessions to be scheduled and to arrange for speakers etc Elizabeth Thiel and Chris McAllister are in the preliminary planning stages Sponsorship for various activities is being sought Room rates will be $110
The meeting was adjourned at 921 pm on a motion by John Walsh seconded by Scott Moller Respectfully submitted Carl F Dresie Secretary
5 MinutesItems of immediate interest
December 1 MeetingsThe last Solo competition board and
general membership meetings of the year will be held at the Burgundy Basin Inn The Solo and Conp meetin will start about 7 pm the general membership meeting about 8 pm The next scheduled meetings will be February 2 This will be the chance to get a head start on any changes for the 2010 season At the general membership meeting you will hear reports from the recent Mini-Con In addition to the tall tales and bench racing that follow the meeting you may hear anecdotes that wonrsquot be printed in TOP END
How to play the rally gameAnyone planning on running the
Winter Rally Series or want to learn more about how to navigate a TSD rally should consider running the training rally on December 6 See more information on page 11
RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party
Santa will be a special guest at the rally grouprsquos party on December 12 In addition to RoadRally and RallyCross awards Santa will deliver appropriate gifts If you plan on attending RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 More information is given on page 12
The Long Way Home lsquo10The first event in the Winter Rally
Series is scheduled for January 2 See page 13 for details
SCCA National Convention registration
The national convention will be held at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas Nevada on January 28 through 30 Save up to $60 by registering on or before January 4 Registration forms can be found at httpcmssccacomdocumentsConvention201020Registration20formpdf or by contacting a board member
72009 December
Membership News and Information
From Topeka
Welcome to the Finger Lakes Region SCCAMargaret McClure (Welcome Back)
Debra Lisena-Tyo (Welcome Back)
Carol Christopher Daniela and Marissa ManciniFamily
Address ChangesChris MortonRoy Bruno JrSteve Mancini
Address information is available from the membership chair andor the Top End editor
Dont forget to renewByron Liedtke
Robert J Veltz
Karen Gesell
Nick Julian
2009 SCCA National Convention Registration Now Open
The Convention will officially begin at the South Point Hotel and Casino on Thursday January 28 2010 at 800 am and will conclude with the Awards and Hall of Fame Banquet
Saturday January 30 2010
REGISTRATIONThere are three fast and easy ways to register
1) Online at sccacom2) Fax the form to 785-232-72133) Mail the form to
SCCA Convention PO Box 19400
Topeka KS 66619-0400The form can be downloaded at scca
com or contact a board member
Registrations received on or before January 4 2010 will receive an email registration confirmation We still have the tiered registration available
CANCELLATION POLICYCancellations made before January
14 2010 will be assessed a $2500 administrative fee Cancellations on or after January 15 2010 are non refundable
HOTEL RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION
You are responsible for making your own hotel reservations and you must ask for the SCCA block to get the discounted rates
SOUTH POINT HOTEL CASINO amp SPA 9777 Las Vegas Blvd So Las Vegas NV 89183Reservations Department 866-791-7626 or online httpwwwsouthpointcasinocomhotelindexphpGroup Code ldquoSCC0125rdquo or mention the SCCA 2010 National Convention- $7000 for single or double occupancy
(Sunday night ndash Thursday night)- $9000 for single or double occupancy
(Friday and Saturday night)- This averages $80night for the
typical four night stay which remains consistent or even less than recent Conventions Rates good through December 28 2009
- Complimentary Parking- High Speed InternetWireless $1199
per day- 11+ Restaurants and Bars Onsite- Beautifully landscaped Pool and
Jacuzzi
- Business Center Barber Shop Liquor Store Arcade Fitness Center and Gift Shop Movie Theater Bowling and Bingo
- All convention facilities are wheelchair accessible
SCHEDULEThe Convention Schedule is ever-
changing through the course of the year We allow this to ensure a logical schedule with relevant content The schedule will be posted to the website
AIRPORT AND TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
McCarran International Airport (LAS) is 10 minutes from the hotel There is a free airport shuttle for guests of the South Point Hotel and Casino A taxi from the hotel to the strip costs less than $2000
INTERNET KIOSKSWe will have two kiosks with print
capability available near the Registration Center for short term use during convention hours by our attendees at no charge
DRESS CODECasual attire is appropriate for all
Convention sessions and lunches The Saturday evening banquet is more formal and we recommend the appropriate dress attire for men and women
ONSITE REGISTRATIONOnsite registration will be on the 2nd
Floor at the Registration Center All attendees must visit Registration to sign the waiver and receive name badges and other convention materials Registration hours will be
Wednesday 500 pm ndash 900 pm Thursday 800am - 1130 am amp 100 - 700 pmFriday 800am ndash 1130 am amp 130 - 400 pm Saturday 800am ndash 1230 pm
QUESTIONS COMMENTSEmail ConventionsccacomCall 800-770-2055
8 December 2009
Solo
Checks payable to ldquoFinger Lakes Region SCCArdquoAt the door or mail to Finger Lakes Banquet 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
Number of Adults _____ x $15 = $_______
Number of Children ____ x $10 = $_______
Total enclosed $_______
Name(s)________________________________________________________________________________________
PLEASE RSVP by January 2 2010Brad Johnson 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
ph (585) 672 - 5271 e-mail activitiesdirectorflr-sccacom
Burgundy Basin InnBurgundy Basin Inn1361 Marsh Road Pittsford
ph (585) 248-2660 600-700 pm Registration Open bar Hors drsquooeuvres 700 pm Dinner amp Cash Bar Following dinner Presentation of awards and recognition
Beer and wine otherbeverages available for purchase
Directions to Burgundy Basin Inn 1 Leave 490 (East of Rochester) at exit 27Bushnellrsquos Basin 2 Turn right onto Route 96Pittsford Victor Rd 3 In 03 miles turn right onto Marsh Rd (This is the second right) Caution Single Lane Bridge 4 In 025 miles turn left into the BBI parking lot Also available at httpwwrfl r-sccacombbinhtml
Annual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquetand Membership Recognition
SaturdayJanuary 9 2010
92009 December
Finger Lakes RegionSolo Series
Season Championships SoloBrian BuchmanSolo Chair
Pos Class(Pax) Driver Marque Points
1 95 Mark Seelbinder 03 Honda S2000 1222 1 Brian Buchman Evo 56
1 787 Paul Smith 04 Mazda RX-8 137
1 7 Brad Johnson 93 Toyota MR2 1222 64 Bret Wallace 95 Mazda Miata 82
1 70 John Cass 08 Mini S 1502 21 Jason Offord 03 Mazda Mazdaspeed Protege 125
1 22 Jeff Weaver Honda civic si 1202 14 Greg Turner Focus 105
1 29 Andy Cocilova 2002 Corvette 140
1 5 Edwin Jeffries 90 Mazda Chick car 1352 33 Mike Toombs 88 Honda CRX 73
1 14 James Hoelscher 88 Chevrolet Camaro 1552 305 Chris Schiffner 79 Oldsmobile Cutlass 89
1 99 Paul Shaver MG 1502 68 Craig Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra 973 168 William Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra Replica 854 96 Julie Shaver MG 79
1 88 Todd Miller 93 VW Solo Vee 144
1 54 John Stephens Honda Civic EX 1602 10 Mike Smith 00 Subaru Impreza RS 130
1 97 Cory Kuhns 90 Honda CRX Si 1602 35 Brian Reeves Miata 1243 116 Marnie Soom 90 Honda CRX Si 1084 67 Dave Avery MGB 64
1 4 Wilson Cazer 08 VW GTI 1192 770 Paul Quinn 06 Mini Cooper S 79
1 26 Andy Blake 95 BMW M3 1302 23 Stephen Lawless 95 BMW M3 873 20 Jason Morse Supra 69
1 89 George Little Eclipse 152
1 21 Jake Bucknam 05 Kart Brava 44 Margay 1602 19 Christian OBrien Kart 843 96 Casey OBrien Kart 52
1 99 Karl Mapstone 92 Kart Red Kart 95
1 NCS 46 Doug Krasucki 07 Mazda MX5 Miata 612 NES 77 Athena Visel 93 Mazda Miata 603 NGS 25 H William Connors II Dodge Caliber SRT-4 58
1 22 Jack Thompson 98 Kart Coyote 140
1 RCS 91 George Modlin 09 Pontiac Solstice 1422 RHS 68 Shaun Hallam 06 Toyota Scion tC 84
Adult Kart
Road Tire (Pax)
A Stock
B Stock
E Stock
G Stock
H Stock
A Street Prepared
C Street Prepared
C Prepared
Street Modified
Junior Kart A
Junior Kart B
Novice (Pax)
Street Touring
Street Touring S
Street Touring X
Street Touring U
E Modified
F Modified
From the 2009 Finger Lakes Region Solo Supplemental RegulationsThe FLR Solo Championship SeriesA Competitor Eligibility - An entrant must compete in a
minimum of five (5) local FLR Solo Championship Series point events in the same class to be eligible for year-end trophies
C Point Calculation - Season points are awarded from your best eight (8) events Points from all OOR events may be used to count towards year end points At least five (5) local FLR events are required to qualify for year-end championship
10 December 2009
RallyTom and Deb LangdonRoad Rally Chairs
Driver Marque Class OA Cls Run 1 Run 2 Run 3 Run 4 Run 5 Run 6 Run 7 Run 8 Run 9 Run 10 Run 1126 Dave Potocki Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 1 1 1994 207 208+1 181 198 189 190 184 189 158 147 1438 Mark Wetzel Crazy Audi Rally-O4 2 1 2056 193 187 226+1 184 200 195 203 202 158 155 153
18 Saurabi Kohli Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 3 2 2098 196 202+1 186 199+1 212 212+1 212+1 210 152 163+1 15416 Dan Kaufman Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 4 3 2123 203 205+1 193 225+3 195 211+1 192 207 171+1 158 163+121 Garick Tischler Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 5 4 2143 223+1 203+1 198+1 223+4 212+3 185 226+4 185 158+1 159 171+324 Nathan Mino 08 STI Modified-O4 6 5 2155 218+2 199 210+2 219+1 189 188 200 205+2 168+1 178+1 181+146 Jim Perrin Douche Rocket Modified-O4 7 6 2155 195+1 189+1 193+1 232+5 194+1 184 183 226+4 189+2 172+2 198+582 Rick Leto Beretta Modified-O2 8 1 2192 197 225+1 198 209+1 192 204+1 200 194 212 171 190+25 Jesse Luce Douche Rocket Modified-O4 9 7 2335 201 210+2 219+3 216+3 220+1 229+2 210 218+1 207+1 215+1 190+3
48 Alex Ripstein BMW 535i Stock-O2 10 1 2540 232 223 235 300 235+1 240 280+1 243 179 193+1 180Time includes all penalties
RallyCross Results October 17 2009 Car
Place TotalTime
Run time plus cones
Rally Meeting NotesNovember 10 200996 Church Street Victor NY
Nine RoadRally and RallyCross enthusiasts were present
The rally group received a request from the 2010 Mini-Con chairs to provide a list of seminars and meetings Possible subjects include a Town Hall meeting safety steward training etc
The last RallyCross event of the season is scheduled for November 14 Jim Perrin will be chairing this event
The Winter Series training rally is scheduled for Sunday December 6 The rally format will be an abbreviated winter rally style starting with calculations included and transitioning to the traditional instructions Workers for five or six checkpoints and scoring are needed
The RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party will be on Saturday December 12 Information is available on the Web site and in TOP END Mugs and pitchers are possible season trophies
The Winter Series will consist of five events January 2 Alan Smith as Rallymaster January 23 Gary Thomas as tentative Rallymaster February 6
and February 20 Tom Langdon and Karl Haltiner as Rallymasters March 6 Rallymaster Curtis Braun with Ben Gilmore Tom and Karl need to decide which will do the February events The general instructions will be an update of those used last year Noise levels need to be reduced Curtis Braun will review the 2009 series data to determine start order for the 2010 events
Manettirsquos Restaurant in Canandaigua is closed Recent rally headquarters have been the Yard Of Ale in Piffard and Cheap Charliersquos in Bloomfield Other venues and their use need to be found The Winter Rally Series trophies will be dash plaques
Rallymasters are asked to provide an article reporting on their rally If no article is written a list of workers must be provided Results should be sent to the
Top End editor and to the Webmaster Jason Light will not be able to attend
all of the RallyCross events during the 2010 season He will handle some of the paperwork
RallyCross classing is being revised for next year The overunder split for naturally aspirated engines will be raised Stone needs to be added around the leach field and at a spot near the trees at Perryrsquos Park An entry level of around twenty seems optimum Tom Langdon will send the non-working clocks out for repair
Jason Light reported that the recent Glen Region RallyCross event went well The course was short smooth and well maintained There was a large turnout for this event
112009 December
How to Play the Rally Game 6
Or ldquoI Hope We Donrsquot Get Lost Again Rally 25rdquo
Sunday
December 6 2009
Schedule
Place
Entrant Information
12 December 2009
FINGER LAKES Region SCCA and COCRRoadRally and RallyCrossHoliday and Awards Party
Cheap Charlie‛s Restaurant8 Elm Street (Route 444) Bloomfield NY 14469Saturday December 12 2009Cocktails 600 pmDinner 700 pm
Cocktail Hour 600 pm - Cash bar
Prime Rib - 12 oz with baked potatoeChicken and Shrimp Scampi over LinguiniChicken or Veal Parmesan with Spaghetti
All dinner includeSalad Bread Vegetable Coffee and Dessert
Price per person - $2000RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 at (585) 359-4688 or asmith2357aolcom
Awards for 2009 Rallies 2009 RallyCross Seriesand a visit from Santa after dinner
Santa with a little help from a pair of glasses and Tom Langdon delivers gifts and comments
132009 December
The Long Way Home lsquo10January 2 2010
It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the southern tier with the Finger Lakes Regionrsquos 2010 Winter Rally Series The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved and some pavedroads in the New York Southern Tier
Entry fees are $35car for SCCA members $45car for guests There is a 35 car limit so pre-registration is recommended Series classes are Equipped LimitedStock and Novice
Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility) tow ropestrap and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete
StartFinish location Yard of Ale Canal House 3226 Genesee St Piffard NY
Schedule Registration 300 to 400 PMNovice school 330 PMDriverrsquos Meeting 410 PMFirst car starts 431 PM First car finishes about 1100 PM
Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questionsAlan Smith asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
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16 December 2009
points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
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Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
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For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
32009 December
TOP END is the official publication of the Finger Lakes Region (FLR) SCCA and is mailed to all members in good standing and to advertisers Opinions expressed herein are the sole responsibility of the contributor and do not neces-sarily reflect the views of FLR Permission to reprint articles is granted to all SCCA regional publications and its national magazine SportsCar Full credit must be given to FLR TOP END and the author
Non-membership subscrip-tion rate $1500 per year Submit subscription orders and address changes to the Circulation Editors Bulk rate mail is not forwarded by the Post Office when you change your address even if you file a forwarding request with your Postmaster
Submit materials for pub-lication to the Editor or any of the Editorial Staff Contact Editor for information regard-ing submission of classified advertising Contact the Ad-vertising Editor for commer-cial advertising Deadline for submissions to TOP END is the 12th of each month Typed printed and electronic files are acceptable Contact Editor re-garding electronic file formats and fonts All submissions are subject to revisions that may be necessary to meet the require-ments for publication
The Official Publication of the FINGER LAKES REGION SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA
Staff ContentsRErsquos Report 4 Meeting Minutes 4 - 6 November Membership Meeting 4 - 5 October BoD Meeting Minutes 5 - 6 FLR News 6 5 Minutes 6Membership News 7From Topeka 7Banquet Flyer 8Solo 9Rally 10 - 13 Rally Meeting Notes 10 RallyCross Results 10 Event Flyers 11 - 13Targa Newfoundland 2009 14 - 16Poems for the season 17Classified Ads 17Membership Application 18Calendar inside back coverDave Klein Back Cover
Photo CreditsCover StaffPage 3 Marie SheehePages 14 amp 16 Courtesy Mark LaitenbergerBack Cover Dave Klein
EDITORADVERTISINGCarl F Dresie119 Brookview DrRochester NY 14617-3903(585) 544-6482e-mail cfdresiecscom
CO-EDITORCOPY EDITORLynn Randall15 Diana DrScottsville NY 14546(585) 889-1289e-mail lynnsccarochesterrrcom
COPY EDITORMaryAnne Shults23864 Sycamore DrMission Viejo CA 92691-3038(949) 768-2609e-mail webmasterflr-sccacom
TOP END CIRCULATIONChange of AddressNotify the SCCA National Office in Topeka and the Membership ChairMike Brunner228 Robert Quigley Dr Apt-1Scottsville NY 14546(585) 752-7233e-mail membershipflr-sccacomAndOr The EDITOR (see above)
Cover PhotoThe difference between men
and boys is the size of their toys Herersquos wishing that we all get adult size toys in the coming year
Editorial Staff Photo One week after ldquoThe Last Chancerdquo It is reported that no vintage cars brought snow tires Marie Sheehe photo
4 December 2009
Mike ToombsRegional Executive
REPort
Meeting MinutesFinger Lakes Region SCCA General Membership Meeting Minutes
The end of the year is just around the corner We have completed a very full season ndash three road races eight Solo events seven Road Rallies six RallyCrosses one Street Survival School and one Solo National Tour event like I said a very full season There is one general membership meeting left then the banquet in January and the year will be complete for the Finger Lakes Region
So planning for next year is in full swing Next year we are planning on running two races eight Solo events seven Road Rallies six RallyCrosses divisional Mini-convention one Street Survival School and one Solo National Tour event So next year looks like it is going to be as busy as the past year In order to do this we need your help Please think about talking to the event chairs and ask them how you can help out
The 2009 NEDiv Mini-convention was the first weekend in November in Pittsburgh PA It was an interesting meeting to say the least The race schedule was a fascinating document when I got to the scheduling meeting There were six double National Races on the schedule The only National that wasnrsquot a double was the one at Lime Rock Park Well the Friday night meeting ended with the same list of events on the schedule nothing was decided
The seminars on Saturday were very informative and I learned something at all of the meetings One important item for NYSRRC drivers there is going to be a change in the way reserved numbers are allocated starting next year yoursquoll hear more about that next month
The Sunday NEDiv Council meeting was quite exciting or should I say some of it was The outcome - after much discussion - was that each double National had to be voted on independently and if five regions voted against the event then it couldnrsquot be held After it was all done each double was voted down even Pocono I wouldnrsquot be surprised if next spring there may be some more discussion but right now there are no double National Races scheduled for next year
I also heard that the Trans-AM series is going to continue next year The race series is going to be taken over by SCCA Pro Racing and will become a part of other Pro weekends They may run during a couple of club races but most of their races will be during other Pro events They will not run as part of the Glen National weekend We made it work this year but I can tell the Glen Region that they should be happy that they wonrsquot have to worry about it next year
I mentioned the year-end banquet earlier it is on the schedule for January 9 There is a flier in Top End and on the Web site with all of the important details Marsha and I have been going to the banquet for quite awhile now and it is always a good time Itrsquos always fun to see how some people clean up So I hope to see you there
Until next monthhellipMike
November 3 2009Location Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford New York 14534
Regional Executive Michael Toombs
called the meeting to order at 808 pm
The following are arranged by topic and may not be in chronological order
Thirty three members attended the Solo Competition Board and general membership meetings
The September general membership meeting minutes as printed in the October issue of Top End were approved on a motion by Curtis Braun seconded by Brad Johnson The October meeting minutes as printed in the November issue of Top End were approved on a motion by Gene Dinkel seconded by Dean Croucher
Treasurerrsquos Report ndash Elizabeth ThielAll the bills presented to date have
been paid Funds have been transferred into the money market account and the investment account Financial details are available from Elizabeth for review This information is broken down by activities
The treasurerrsquos report was accepted on a motion by Curtis Braun seconded by Tom Langdon
2010 Mini-Con ReportThe Finger Lakes Region is hosting
SCCAs Northeast Division Mini-Con on November 11-13 2010 at the Woodcliff
Planning is underway with several activities already under discussion Elizabeth Thiel requested that seminars meetings etc for the different SCCA areas of interest need to be defined The leadership of those groups will be asked to make arrangements for speakers
Visit Rochester flyers will be distributed at this years Mini-Con in Pittsburgh Elizabeth is seeking sponsorship for various parts of the event
Rally Report ndash Tom LangdonThe Genesee and Wyoming
RallyRoad event with Rick Barnes as rallymaster had 20 entries This was well attended for a social rally and
52009 December
also received positive feedback from the competitors The results and report were printed in the November issue of TOP END and are also available on the Web site
The Winter Rally Series training rally will be Sunday December 6 Workers are needed The series is shaping up with confirmed dates and rallymasters
The last RallyCross of the year is scheduled for November 14
The Rally Party and Awards Banquet is scheduled for December 12 and will include a visit from Santa
Solo Report ndashBrian BuchmanThe 2009 Solo series has wrapped up
The remaining event is the Solo picnic on November 15 at the Scottsville Fire hall
The Solo committees upcoming topics of discussion include combining Pro and Street Touring classes for next years season The goal being to provide more competition within a group Planning for next years Street Survival school includes discussing the goal of getting the event on the calendar earlier in the year A potential site is once again Seneca Army Dept
Marnie Soom will chair the Finger Lakes Solo National Tour event again in 2010
Race Report A few Finger Lakes Region drivers
attended the Great Pumpkin race at Nelson Ledges Dave Cuifos car launched over the guardrail between Oaktree and the Carousel finally resting against a tree Dave was not injured but his car sustained damage The PDX scheduled as part of the Pumpkin weekend was cancelled
The Competition Board will consider holding a PDX event as a substitute for the pursuit race at Westward Ho
Mike Toombs reviewed the most recent draft of the NEDiv race schedule Issues with specific dates will be sorted out at the Mini-Con on November 6 Our
race dates at Nelson and the Fun One should not be affected
The board is discussing involvement with the driverrsquos school at Watkins Glen Options are alternate sanctions co-sanctions and date
Activities Report ndash Brad JohnsonThe picnic scheduled to be held at the
Scottsville Fire Department Recreation building on October 18 was cancelled High Points awards normally given out at the annual picnic will be awarded at the Year-end Banquet The board is discussing the future of the annual picnic Some suggested options are to no longer have a picnic move it to another part of the year etc
The Year-end Banquet will be at the Burgundy Basin Inn on January 9 2010 Cost will be $15 per adult $10 per child Anyone with input for the year-end awards contact a board member Contact Carl Dresie for a list of awards and recipients The January general membership meeting has been cancelled any business needing attention will be handled at the banquet
Membership Report ndash Mike BrunnerThe membership count stands at 469
as of November 6 down one from the October 6 number
Old Business Dean Croucher noted that Don
Brubaker associated with Seneca Lodge passed away recently
Meridith Croucher is collecting racing memorabilia for Hillside Childrenrsquos center T-shirts etc gladly accepted with the exception that there must be no tobacco or alcohol related items
New Business
Mike Brunner sent letters for the longevity awards to be given at the year-end banquet Among those to be recognized are two members for their 55-year anniversary and one for 50 years Volunteers have agreed to write ldquotell allsrdquo on these members
Mike is collecting the rotating awards
to prepare them for the new recipients If you have an award and have not yet passed it back please contact him
Meridith Croucher reported that planning meetings for STPRreg2010 will start in November A Rally America organizers meeting is scheduled for January The Rally America National Championship series is being shortened from nine to six events Three European-style RallyX events will be added to the schedule and held at New Jersey Motorsports Park
The meeting was adjourned at 847 pm on a motion by Dean Croucher seconded by Scott Moller
Respectfully submittedCarl F Dresie Secretary
October 27 2009Location 753 Klem Rd Webster NY 14580
Officers and directors present Michael Toombs Regional Executive Scott Moller Asst Regional Executive Elizabeth Thiel Treasurer Carl Dresie Secretary Brad Johnson Activities Director John Walsh Director
Also present Curtis Braun
Board members absent John Morris Gene Dinkel and Jim Craven
Items are presented by subject and may not be in chronological order
The meeting was called to order at 736 pm
The September 29 board of directors meeting minutes were approved on a motion by John Walsh seconded by Brad Johnson
Finger Lakes Region SCCA Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
6 December 2009
FLR NewsTreasurerrsquos Report ndash Elizabeth ThielThe income and expense by class
statement for January 1 through October 27 was distributed for information and comment
All bills presented to date have been paid One advertiser in the Fun One program has yet to pay for their ad All other Fun One advertiser bills have been paid
Funds have been moved from the money market account into the investment fund Kevin Kinney of Canandaigua Bank will meet with the new board after the first of the year
A check for $200 has been sent to the Steel Cities Region for sponsorship of a coffee break at the Mini-Con
The treasurerrsquos report was accepted on a motion by Carl Dresie seconded by Scott Moller
Race Report The preliminary Northeast Division
2010 racing schedule is published but not yet confirmed There are several scheduling issues to be resolved at the Mini-Con Several regions have requests for double national races including the Glen Regions national at Watkins Glen There are three national races on consecutive weekends around the end of July This is against the rules given in the General Competition Rules
John Walsh is polling the regionrsquos national drivers regarding their preference on national races
T-shirtrsquos left over from the Fun One will be passed along to Meridith Croucher She is organizing the donation of any motorsports memorabilia that doesnrsquot promote cigarettes or alcohol to Hillside Childrenrsquos Center
Watkins Glen International management sent the region a letter confirming our September 18-19 race dates for 2010 Track rental will be $34k plus $325 for camping The letter includes a list of services provided by the track
Street Survival School The Solo board is planning to hold
a Street Survival School in 2010 Planning and organizing for this event needs to be started early next year Possible sites include RIT Xerox and Seneca Army Depot Scheduling needs to be coordinated with next years events calendar
Activities Report ndash Brad JohnsonThe picnic was cancelled High
Points awards will be given out at the year-end banquet
The Year-end Banquet is scheduled for January 9 at the Burgundy Basin Inn Cost will be $15 for adults $10 for children Longevity recognition for 20 years and greater will have two dinners provided by the region John Sheridan and regional executives from adjoining regions will be invited to attend The banquet budget was approved on a motion by Scott Moller seconded by Brad Johnson Payment at the door will be accepted but RSVPs are needed
New Business There will not be a January
membership meeting All business will be held for the February meeting The cancellation was approved on a motion by Scott Moller seconded by John Walsh
Old Business The Finger Lakes Region will host
the 2010 Mini-Con at the Woodcliff Hotel and Spa on November 11-13 2010 A flyer will be taken to the Mini-Con at Pittsburgh promoting tourism in Rochester Each area of interest is being asked to provide a list of sessions to be scheduled and to arrange for speakers etc Elizabeth Thiel and Chris McAllister are in the preliminary planning stages Sponsorship for various activities is being sought Room rates will be $110
The meeting was adjourned at 921 pm on a motion by John Walsh seconded by Scott Moller Respectfully submitted Carl F Dresie Secretary
5 MinutesItems of immediate interest
December 1 MeetingsThe last Solo competition board and
general membership meetings of the year will be held at the Burgundy Basin Inn The Solo and Conp meetin will start about 7 pm the general membership meeting about 8 pm The next scheduled meetings will be February 2 This will be the chance to get a head start on any changes for the 2010 season At the general membership meeting you will hear reports from the recent Mini-Con In addition to the tall tales and bench racing that follow the meeting you may hear anecdotes that wonrsquot be printed in TOP END
How to play the rally gameAnyone planning on running the
Winter Rally Series or want to learn more about how to navigate a TSD rally should consider running the training rally on December 6 See more information on page 11
RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party
Santa will be a special guest at the rally grouprsquos party on December 12 In addition to RoadRally and RallyCross awards Santa will deliver appropriate gifts If you plan on attending RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 More information is given on page 12
The Long Way Home lsquo10The first event in the Winter Rally
Series is scheduled for January 2 See page 13 for details
SCCA National Convention registration
The national convention will be held at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas Nevada on January 28 through 30 Save up to $60 by registering on or before January 4 Registration forms can be found at httpcmssccacomdocumentsConvention201020Registration20formpdf or by contacting a board member
72009 December
Membership News and Information
From Topeka
Welcome to the Finger Lakes Region SCCAMargaret McClure (Welcome Back)
Debra Lisena-Tyo (Welcome Back)
Carol Christopher Daniela and Marissa ManciniFamily
Address ChangesChris MortonRoy Bruno JrSteve Mancini
Address information is available from the membership chair andor the Top End editor
Dont forget to renewByron Liedtke
Robert J Veltz
Karen Gesell
Nick Julian
2009 SCCA National Convention Registration Now Open
The Convention will officially begin at the South Point Hotel and Casino on Thursday January 28 2010 at 800 am and will conclude with the Awards and Hall of Fame Banquet
Saturday January 30 2010
REGISTRATIONThere are three fast and easy ways to register
1) Online at sccacom2) Fax the form to 785-232-72133) Mail the form to
SCCA Convention PO Box 19400
Topeka KS 66619-0400The form can be downloaded at scca
com or contact a board member
Registrations received on or before January 4 2010 will receive an email registration confirmation We still have the tiered registration available
CANCELLATION POLICYCancellations made before January
14 2010 will be assessed a $2500 administrative fee Cancellations on or after January 15 2010 are non refundable
HOTEL RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION
You are responsible for making your own hotel reservations and you must ask for the SCCA block to get the discounted rates
SOUTH POINT HOTEL CASINO amp SPA 9777 Las Vegas Blvd So Las Vegas NV 89183Reservations Department 866-791-7626 or online httpwwwsouthpointcasinocomhotelindexphpGroup Code ldquoSCC0125rdquo or mention the SCCA 2010 National Convention- $7000 for single or double occupancy
(Sunday night ndash Thursday night)- $9000 for single or double occupancy
(Friday and Saturday night)- This averages $80night for the
typical four night stay which remains consistent or even less than recent Conventions Rates good through December 28 2009
- Complimentary Parking- High Speed InternetWireless $1199
per day- 11+ Restaurants and Bars Onsite- Beautifully landscaped Pool and
Jacuzzi
- Business Center Barber Shop Liquor Store Arcade Fitness Center and Gift Shop Movie Theater Bowling and Bingo
- All convention facilities are wheelchair accessible
SCHEDULEThe Convention Schedule is ever-
changing through the course of the year We allow this to ensure a logical schedule with relevant content The schedule will be posted to the website
AIRPORT AND TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
McCarran International Airport (LAS) is 10 minutes from the hotel There is a free airport shuttle for guests of the South Point Hotel and Casino A taxi from the hotel to the strip costs less than $2000
INTERNET KIOSKSWe will have two kiosks with print
capability available near the Registration Center for short term use during convention hours by our attendees at no charge
DRESS CODECasual attire is appropriate for all
Convention sessions and lunches The Saturday evening banquet is more formal and we recommend the appropriate dress attire for men and women
ONSITE REGISTRATIONOnsite registration will be on the 2nd
Floor at the Registration Center All attendees must visit Registration to sign the waiver and receive name badges and other convention materials Registration hours will be
Wednesday 500 pm ndash 900 pm Thursday 800am - 1130 am amp 100 - 700 pmFriday 800am ndash 1130 am amp 130 - 400 pm Saturday 800am ndash 1230 pm
QUESTIONS COMMENTSEmail ConventionsccacomCall 800-770-2055
8 December 2009
Solo
Checks payable to ldquoFinger Lakes Region SCCArdquoAt the door or mail to Finger Lakes Banquet 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
Number of Adults _____ x $15 = $_______
Number of Children ____ x $10 = $_______
Total enclosed $_______
Name(s)________________________________________________________________________________________
PLEASE RSVP by January 2 2010Brad Johnson 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
ph (585) 672 - 5271 e-mail activitiesdirectorflr-sccacom
Burgundy Basin InnBurgundy Basin Inn1361 Marsh Road Pittsford
ph (585) 248-2660 600-700 pm Registration Open bar Hors drsquooeuvres 700 pm Dinner amp Cash Bar Following dinner Presentation of awards and recognition
Beer and wine otherbeverages available for purchase
Directions to Burgundy Basin Inn 1 Leave 490 (East of Rochester) at exit 27Bushnellrsquos Basin 2 Turn right onto Route 96Pittsford Victor Rd 3 In 03 miles turn right onto Marsh Rd (This is the second right) Caution Single Lane Bridge 4 In 025 miles turn left into the BBI parking lot Also available at httpwwrfl r-sccacombbinhtml
Annual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquetand Membership Recognition
SaturdayJanuary 9 2010
92009 December
Finger Lakes RegionSolo Series
Season Championships SoloBrian BuchmanSolo Chair
Pos Class(Pax) Driver Marque Points
1 95 Mark Seelbinder 03 Honda S2000 1222 1 Brian Buchman Evo 56
1 787 Paul Smith 04 Mazda RX-8 137
1 7 Brad Johnson 93 Toyota MR2 1222 64 Bret Wallace 95 Mazda Miata 82
1 70 John Cass 08 Mini S 1502 21 Jason Offord 03 Mazda Mazdaspeed Protege 125
1 22 Jeff Weaver Honda civic si 1202 14 Greg Turner Focus 105
1 29 Andy Cocilova 2002 Corvette 140
1 5 Edwin Jeffries 90 Mazda Chick car 1352 33 Mike Toombs 88 Honda CRX 73
1 14 James Hoelscher 88 Chevrolet Camaro 1552 305 Chris Schiffner 79 Oldsmobile Cutlass 89
1 99 Paul Shaver MG 1502 68 Craig Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra 973 168 William Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra Replica 854 96 Julie Shaver MG 79
1 88 Todd Miller 93 VW Solo Vee 144
1 54 John Stephens Honda Civic EX 1602 10 Mike Smith 00 Subaru Impreza RS 130
1 97 Cory Kuhns 90 Honda CRX Si 1602 35 Brian Reeves Miata 1243 116 Marnie Soom 90 Honda CRX Si 1084 67 Dave Avery MGB 64
1 4 Wilson Cazer 08 VW GTI 1192 770 Paul Quinn 06 Mini Cooper S 79
1 26 Andy Blake 95 BMW M3 1302 23 Stephen Lawless 95 BMW M3 873 20 Jason Morse Supra 69
1 89 George Little Eclipse 152
1 21 Jake Bucknam 05 Kart Brava 44 Margay 1602 19 Christian OBrien Kart 843 96 Casey OBrien Kart 52
1 99 Karl Mapstone 92 Kart Red Kart 95
1 NCS 46 Doug Krasucki 07 Mazda MX5 Miata 612 NES 77 Athena Visel 93 Mazda Miata 603 NGS 25 H William Connors II Dodge Caliber SRT-4 58
1 22 Jack Thompson 98 Kart Coyote 140
1 RCS 91 George Modlin 09 Pontiac Solstice 1422 RHS 68 Shaun Hallam 06 Toyota Scion tC 84
Adult Kart
Road Tire (Pax)
A Stock
B Stock
E Stock
G Stock
H Stock
A Street Prepared
C Street Prepared
C Prepared
Street Modified
Junior Kart A
Junior Kart B
Novice (Pax)
Street Touring
Street Touring S
Street Touring X
Street Touring U
E Modified
F Modified
From the 2009 Finger Lakes Region Solo Supplemental RegulationsThe FLR Solo Championship SeriesA Competitor Eligibility - An entrant must compete in a
minimum of five (5) local FLR Solo Championship Series point events in the same class to be eligible for year-end trophies
C Point Calculation - Season points are awarded from your best eight (8) events Points from all OOR events may be used to count towards year end points At least five (5) local FLR events are required to qualify for year-end championship
10 December 2009
RallyTom and Deb LangdonRoad Rally Chairs
Driver Marque Class OA Cls Run 1 Run 2 Run 3 Run 4 Run 5 Run 6 Run 7 Run 8 Run 9 Run 10 Run 1126 Dave Potocki Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 1 1 1994 207 208+1 181 198 189 190 184 189 158 147 1438 Mark Wetzel Crazy Audi Rally-O4 2 1 2056 193 187 226+1 184 200 195 203 202 158 155 153
18 Saurabi Kohli Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 3 2 2098 196 202+1 186 199+1 212 212+1 212+1 210 152 163+1 15416 Dan Kaufman Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 4 3 2123 203 205+1 193 225+3 195 211+1 192 207 171+1 158 163+121 Garick Tischler Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 5 4 2143 223+1 203+1 198+1 223+4 212+3 185 226+4 185 158+1 159 171+324 Nathan Mino 08 STI Modified-O4 6 5 2155 218+2 199 210+2 219+1 189 188 200 205+2 168+1 178+1 181+146 Jim Perrin Douche Rocket Modified-O4 7 6 2155 195+1 189+1 193+1 232+5 194+1 184 183 226+4 189+2 172+2 198+582 Rick Leto Beretta Modified-O2 8 1 2192 197 225+1 198 209+1 192 204+1 200 194 212 171 190+25 Jesse Luce Douche Rocket Modified-O4 9 7 2335 201 210+2 219+3 216+3 220+1 229+2 210 218+1 207+1 215+1 190+3
48 Alex Ripstein BMW 535i Stock-O2 10 1 2540 232 223 235 300 235+1 240 280+1 243 179 193+1 180Time includes all penalties
RallyCross Results October 17 2009 Car
Place TotalTime
Run time plus cones
Rally Meeting NotesNovember 10 200996 Church Street Victor NY
Nine RoadRally and RallyCross enthusiasts were present
The rally group received a request from the 2010 Mini-Con chairs to provide a list of seminars and meetings Possible subjects include a Town Hall meeting safety steward training etc
The last RallyCross event of the season is scheduled for November 14 Jim Perrin will be chairing this event
The Winter Series training rally is scheduled for Sunday December 6 The rally format will be an abbreviated winter rally style starting with calculations included and transitioning to the traditional instructions Workers for five or six checkpoints and scoring are needed
The RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party will be on Saturday December 12 Information is available on the Web site and in TOP END Mugs and pitchers are possible season trophies
The Winter Series will consist of five events January 2 Alan Smith as Rallymaster January 23 Gary Thomas as tentative Rallymaster February 6
and February 20 Tom Langdon and Karl Haltiner as Rallymasters March 6 Rallymaster Curtis Braun with Ben Gilmore Tom and Karl need to decide which will do the February events The general instructions will be an update of those used last year Noise levels need to be reduced Curtis Braun will review the 2009 series data to determine start order for the 2010 events
Manettirsquos Restaurant in Canandaigua is closed Recent rally headquarters have been the Yard Of Ale in Piffard and Cheap Charliersquos in Bloomfield Other venues and their use need to be found The Winter Rally Series trophies will be dash plaques
Rallymasters are asked to provide an article reporting on their rally If no article is written a list of workers must be provided Results should be sent to the
Top End editor and to the Webmaster Jason Light will not be able to attend
all of the RallyCross events during the 2010 season He will handle some of the paperwork
RallyCross classing is being revised for next year The overunder split for naturally aspirated engines will be raised Stone needs to be added around the leach field and at a spot near the trees at Perryrsquos Park An entry level of around twenty seems optimum Tom Langdon will send the non-working clocks out for repair
Jason Light reported that the recent Glen Region RallyCross event went well The course was short smooth and well maintained There was a large turnout for this event
112009 December
How to Play the Rally Game 6
Or ldquoI Hope We Donrsquot Get Lost Again Rally 25rdquo
Sunday
December 6 2009
Schedule
Place
Entrant Information
12 December 2009
FINGER LAKES Region SCCA and COCRRoadRally and RallyCrossHoliday and Awards Party
Cheap Charlie‛s Restaurant8 Elm Street (Route 444) Bloomfield NY 14469Saturday December 12 2009Cocktails 600 pmDinner 700 pm
Cocktail Hour 600 pm - Cash bar
Prime Rib - 12 oz with baked potatoeChicken and Shrimp Scampi over LinguiniChicken or Veal Parmesan with Spaghetti
All dinner includeSalad Bread Vegetable Coffee and Dessert
Price per person - $2000RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 at (585) 359-4688 or asmith2357aolcom
Awards for 2009 Rallies 2009 RallyCross Seriesand a visit from Santa after dinner
Santa with a little help from a pair of glasses and Tom Langdon delivers gifts and comments
132009 December
The Long Way Home lsquo10January 2 2010
It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the southern tier with the Finger Lakes Regionrsquos 2010 Winter Rally Series The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved and some pavedroads in the New York Southern Tier
Entry fees are $35car for SCCA members $45car for guests There is a 35 car limit so pre-registration is recommended Series classes are Equipped LimitedStock and Novice
Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility) tow ropestrap and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete
StartFinish location Yard of Ale Canal House 3226 Genesee St Piffard NY
Schedule Registration 300 to 400 PMNovice school 330 PMDriverrsquos Meeting 410 PMFirst car starts 431 PM First car finishes about 1100 PM
Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questionsAlan Smith asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
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points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
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Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom for more info
of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
Commercial Ad Rates
To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE
PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
4 December 2009
Mike ToombsRegional Executive
REPort
Meeting MinutesFinger Lakes Region SCCA General Membership Meeting Minutes
The end of the year is just around the corner We have completed a very full season ndash three road races eight Solo events seven Road Rallies six RallyCrosses one Street Survival School and one Solo National Tour event like I said a very full season There is one general membership meeting left then the banquet in January and the year will be complete for the Finger Lakes Region
So planning for next year is in full swing Next year we are planning on running two races eight Solo events seven Road Rallies six RallyCrosses divisional Mini-convention one Street Survival School and one Solo National Tour event So next year looks like it is going to be as busy as the past year In order to do this we need your help Please think about talking to the event chairs and ask them how you can help out
The 2009 NEDiv Mini-convention was the first weekend in November in Pittsburgh PA It was an interesting meeting to say the least The race schedule was a fascinating document when I got to the scheduling meeting There were six double National Races on the schedule The only National that wasnrsquot a double was the one at Lime Rock Park Well the Friday night meeting ended with the same list of events on the schedule nothing was decided
The seminars on Saturday were very informative and I learned something at all of the meetings One important item for NYSRRC drivers there is going to be a change in the way reserved numbers are allocated starting next year yoursquoll hear more about that next month
The Sunday NEDiv Council meeting was quite exciting or should I say some of it was The outcome - after much discussion - was that each double National had to be voted on independently and if five regions voted against the event then it couldnrsquot be held After it was all done each double was voted down even Pocono I wouldnrsquot be surprised if next spring there may be some more discussion but right now there are no double National Races scheduled for next year
I also heard that the Trans-AM series is going to continue next year The race series is going to be taken over by SCCA Pro Racing and will become a part of other Pro weekends They may run during a couple of club races but most of their races will be during other Pro events They will not run as part of the Glen National weekend We made it work this year but I can tell the Glen Region that they should be happy that they wonrsquot have to worry about it next year
I mentioned the year-end banquet earlier it is on the schedule for January 9 There is a flier in Top End and on the Web site with all of the important details Marsha and I have been going to the banquet for quite awhile now and it is always a good time Itrsquos always fun to see how some people clean up So I hope to see you there
Until next monthhellipMike
November 3 2009Location Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford New York 14534
Regional Executive Michael Toombs
called the meeting to order at 808 pm
The following are arranged by topic and may not be in chronological order
Thirty three members attended the Solo Competition Board and general membership meetings
The September general membership meeting minutes as printed in the October issue of Top End were approved on a motion by Curtis Braun seconded by Brad Johnson The October meeting minutes as printed in the November issue of Top End were approved on a motion by Gene Dinkel seconded by Dean Croucher
Treasurerrsquos Report ndash Elizabeth ThielAll the bills presented to date have
been paid Funds have been transferred into the money market account and the investment account Financial details are available from Elizabeth for review This information is broken down by activities
The treasurerrsquos report was accepted on a motion by Curtis Braun seconded by Tom Langdon
2010 Mini-Con ReportThe Finger Lakes Region is hosting
SCCAs Northeast Division Mini-Con on November 11-13 2010 at the Woodcliff
Planning is underway with several activities already under discussion Elizabeth Thiel requested that seminars meetings etc for the different SCCA areas of interest need to be defined The leadership of those groups will be asked to make arrangements for speakers
Visit Rochester flyers will be distributed at this years Mini-Con in Pittsburgh Elizabeth is seeking sponsorship for various parts of the event
Rally Report ndash Tom LangdonThe Genesee and Wyoming
RallyRoad event with Rick Barnes as rallymaster had 20 entries This was well attended for a social rally and
52009 December
also received positive feedback from the competitors The results and report were printed in the November issue of TOP END and are also available on the Web site
The Winter Rally Series training rally will be Sunday December 6 Workers are needed The series is shaping up with confirmed dates and rallymasters
The last RallyCross of the year is scheduled for November 14
The Rally Party and Awards Banquet is scheduled for December 12 and will include a visit from Santa
Solo Report ndashBrian BuchmanThe 2009 Solo series has wrapped up
The remaining event is the Solo picnic on November 15 at the Scottsville Fire hall
The Solo committees upcoming topics of discussion include combining Pro and Street Touring classes for next years season The goal being to provide more competition within a group Planning for next years Street Survival school includes discussing the goal of getting the event on the calendar earlier in the year A potential site is once again Seneca Army Dept
Marnie Soom will chair the Finger Lakes Solo National Tour event again in 2010
Race Report A few Finger Lakes Region drivers
attended the Great Pumpkin race at Nelson Ledges Dave Cuifos car launched over the guardrail between Oaktree and the Carousel finally resting against a tree Dave was not injured but his car sustained damage The PDX scheduled as part of the Pumpkin weekend was cancelled
The Competition Board will consider holding a PDX event as a substitute for the pursuit race at Westward Ho
Mike Toombs reviewed the most recent draft of the NEDiv race schedule Issues with specific dates will be sorted out at the Mini-Con on November 6 Our
race dates at Nelson and the Fun One should not be affected
The board is discussing involvement with the driverrsquos school at Watkins Glen Options are alternate sanctions co-sanctions and date
Activities Report ndash Brad JohnsonThe picnic scheduled to be held at the
Scottsville Fire Department Recreation building on October 18 was cancelled High Points awards normally given out at the annual picnic will be awarded at the Year-end Banquet The board is discussing the future of the annual picnic Some suggested options are to no longer have a picnic move it to another part of the year etc
The Year-end Banquet will be at the Burgundy Basin Inn on January 9 2010 Cost will be $15 per adult $10 per child Anyone with input for the year-end awards contact a board member Contact Carl Dresie for a list of awards and recipients The January general membership meeting has been cancelled any business needing attention will be handled at the banquet
Membership Report ndash Mike BrunnerThe membership count stands at 469
as of November 6 down one from the October 6 number
Old Business Dean Croucher noted that Don
Brubaker associated with Seneca Lodge passed away recently
Meridith Croucher is collecting racing memorabilia for Hillside Childrenrsquos center T-shirts etc gladly accepted with the exception that there must be no tobacco or alcohol related items
New Business
Mike Brunner sent letters for the longevity awards to be given at the year-end banquet Among those to be recognized are two members for their 55-year anniversary and one for 50 years Volunteers have agreed to write ldquotell allsrdquo on these members
Mike is collecting the rotating awards
to prepare them for the new recipients If you have an award and have not yet passed it back please contact him
Meridith Croucher reported that planning meetings for STPRreg2010 will start in November A Rally America organizers meeting is scheduled for January The Rally America National Championship series is being shortened from nine to six events Three European-style RallyX events will be added to the schedule and held at New Jersey Motorsports Park
The meeting was adjourned at 847 pm on a motion by Dean Croucher seconded by Scott Moller
Respectfully submittedCarl F Dresie Secretary
October 27 2009Location 753 Klem Rd Webster NY 14580
Officers and directors present Michael Toombs Regional Executive Scott Moller Asst Regional Executive Elizabeth Thiel Treasurer Carl Dresie Secretary Brad Johnson Activities Director John Walsh Director
Also present Curtis Braun
Board members absent John Morris Gene Dinkel and Jim Craven
Items are presented by subject and may not be in chronological order
The meeting was called to order at 736 pm
The September 29 board of directors meeting minutes were approved on a motion by John Walsh seconded by Brad Johnson
Finger Lakes Region SCCA Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
6 December 2009
FLR NewsTreasurerrsquos Report ndash Elizabeth ThielThe income and expense by class
statement for January 1 through October 27 was distributed for information and comment
All bills presented to date have been paid One advertiser in the Fun One program has yet to pay for their ad All other Fun One advertiser bills have been paid
Funds have been moved from the money market account into the investment fund Kevin Kinney of Canandaigua Bank will meet with the new board after the first of the year
A check for $200 has been sent to the Steel Cities Region for sponsorship of a coffee break at the Mini-Con
The treasurerrsquos report was accepted on a motion by Carl Dresie seconded by Scott Moller
Race Report The preliminary Northeast Division
2010 racing schedule is published but not yet confirmed There are several scheduling issues to be resolved at the Mini-Con Several regions have requests for double national races including the Glen Regions national at Watkins Glen There are three national races on consecutive weekends around the end of July This is against the rules given in the General Competition Rules
John Walsh is polling the regionrsquos national drivers regarding their preference on national races
T-shirtrsquos left over from the Fun One will be passed along to Meridith Croucher She is organizing the donation of any motorsports memorabilia that doesnrsquot promote cigarettes or alcohol to Hillside Childrenrsquos Center
Watkins Glen International management sent the region a letter confirming our September 18-19 race dates for 2010 Track rental will be $34k plus $325 for camping The letter includes a list of services provided by the track
Street Survival School The Solo board is planning to hold
a Street Survival School in 2010 Planning and organizing for this event needs to be started early next year Possible sites include RIT Xerox and Seneca Army Depot Scheduling needs to be coordinated with next years events calendar
Activities Report ndash Brad JohnsonThe picnic was cancelled High
Points awards will be given out at the year-end banquet
The Year-end Banquet is scheduled for January 9 at the Burgundy Basin Inn Cost will be $15 for adults $10 for children Longevity recognition for 20 years and greater will have two dinners provided by the region John Sheridan and regional executives from adjoining regions will be invited to attend The banquet budget was approved on a motion by Scott Moller seconded by Brad Johnson Payment at the door will be accepted but RSVPs are needed
New Business There will not be a January
membership meeting All business will be held for the February meeting The cancellation was approved on a motion by Scott Moller seconded by John Walsh
Old Business The Finger Lakes Region will host
the 2010 Mini-Con at the Woodcliff Hotel and Spa on November 11-13 2010 A flyer will be taken to the Mini-Con at Pittsburgh promoting tourism in Rochester Each area of interest is being asked to provide a list of sessions to be scheduled and to arrange for speakers etc Elizabeth Thiel and Chris McAllister are in the preliminary planning stages Sponsorship for various activities is being sought Room rates will be $110
The meeting was adjourned at 921 pm on a motion by John Walsh seconded by Scott Moller Respectfully submitted Carl F Dresie Secretary
5 MinutesItems of immediate interest
December 1 MeetingsThe last Solo competition board and
general membership meetings of the year will be held at the Burgundy Basin Inn The Solo and Conp meetin will start about 7 pm the general membership meeting about 8 pm The next scheduled meetings will be February 2 This will be the chance to get a head start on any changes for the 2010 season At the general membership meeting you will hear reports from the recent Mini-Con In addition to the tall tales and bench racing that follow the meeting you may hear anecdotes that wonrsquot be printed in TOP END
How to play the rally gameAnyone planning on running the
Winter Rally Series or want to learn more about how to navigate a TSD rally should consider running the training rally on December 6 See more information on page 11
RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party
Santa will be a special guest at the rally grouprsquos party on December 12 In addition to RoadRally and RallyCross awards Santa will deliver appropriate gifts If you plan on attending RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 More information is given on page 12
The Long Way Home lsquo10The first event in the Winter Rally
Series is scheduled for January 2 See page 13 for details
SCCA National Convention registration
The national convention will be held at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas Nevada on January 28 through 30 Save up to $60 by registering on or before January 4 Registration forms can be found at httpcmssccacomdocumentsConvention201020Registration20formpdf or by contacting a board member
72009 December
Membership News and Information
From Topeka
Welcome to the Finger Lakes Region SCCAMargaret McClure (Welcome Back)
Debra Lisena-Tyo (Welcome Back)
Carol Christopher Daniela and Marissa ManciniFamily
Address ChangesChris MortonRoy Bruno JrSteve Mancini
Address information is available from the membership chair andor the Top End editor
Dont forget to renewByron Liedtke
Robert J Veltz
Karen Gesell
Nick Julian
2009 SCCA National Convention Registration Now Open
The Convention will officially begin at the South Point Hotel and Casino on Thursday January 28 2010 at 800 am and will conclude with the Awards and Hall of Fame Banquet
Saturday January 30 2010
REGISTRATIONThere are three fast and easy ways to register
1) Online at sccacom2) Fax the form to 785-232-72133) Mail the form to
SCCA Convention PO Box 19400
Topeka KS 66619-0400The form can be downloaded at scca
com or contact a board member
Registrations received on or before January 4 2010 will receive an email registration confirmation We still have the tiered registration available
CANCELLATION POLICYCancellations made before January
14 2010 will be assessed a $2500 administrative fee Cancellations on or after January 15 2010 are non refundable
HOTEL RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION
You are responsible for making your own hotel reservations and you must ask for the SCCA block to get the discounted rates
SOUTH POINT HOTEL CASINO amp SPA 9777 Las Vegas Blvd So Las Vegas NV 89183Reservations Department 866-791-7626 or online httpwwwsouthpointcasinocomhotelindexphpGroup Code ldquoSCC0125rdquo or mention the SCCA 2010 National Convention- $7000 for single or double occupancy
(Sunday night ndash Thursday night)- $9000 for single or double occupancy
(Friday and Saturday night)- This averages $80night for the
typical four night stay which remains consistent or even less than recent Conventions Rates good through December 28 2009
- Complimentary Parking- High Speed InternetWireless $1199
per day- 11+ Restaurants and Bars Onsite- Beautifully landscaped Pool and
Jacuzzi
- Business Center Barber Shop Liquor Store Arcade Fitness Center and Gift Shop Movie Theater Bowling and Bingo
- All convention facilities are wheelchair accessible
SCHEDULEThe Convention Schedule is ever-
changing through the course of the year We allow this to ensure a logical schedule with relevant content The schedule will be posted to the website
AIRPORT AND TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
McCarran International Airport (LAS) is 10 minutes from the hotel There is a free airport shuttle for guests of the South Point Hotel and Casino A taxi from the hotel to the strip costs less than $2000
INTERNET KIOSKSWe will have two kiosks with print
capability available near the Registration Center for short term use during convention hours by our attendees at no charge
DRESS CODECasual attire is appropriate for all
Convention sessions and lunches The Saturday evening banquet is more formal and we recommend the appropriate dress attire for men and women
ONSITE REGISTRATIONOnsite registration will be on the 2nd
Floor at the Registration Center All attendees must visit Registration to sign the waiver and receive name badges and other convention materials Registration hours will be
Wednesday 500 pm ndash 900 pm Thursday 800am - 1130 am amp 100 - 700 pmFriday 800am ndash 1130 am amp 130 - 400 pm Saturday 800am ndash 1230 pm
QUESTIONS COMMENTSEmail ConventionsccacomCall 800-770-2055
8 December 2009
Solo
Checks payable to ldquoFinger Lakes Region SCCArdquoAt the door or mail to Finger Lakes Banquet 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
Number of Adults _____ x $15 = $_______
Number of Children ____ x $10 = $_______
Total enclosed $_______
Name(s)________________________________________________________________________________________
PLEASE RSVP by January 2 2010Brad Johnson 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
ph (585) 672 - 5271 e-mail activitiesdirectorflr-sccacom
Burgundy Basin InnBurgundy Basin Inn1361 Marsh Road Pittsford
ph (585) 248-2660 600-700 pm Registration Open bar Hors drsquooeuvres 700 pm Dinner amp Cash Bar Following dinner Presentation of awards and recognition
Beer and wine otherbeverages available for purchase
Directions to Burgundy Basin Inn 1 Leave 490 (East of Rochester) at exit 27Bushnellrsquos Basin 2 Turn right onto Route 96Pittsford Victor Rd 3 In 03 miles turn right onto Marsh Rd (This is the second right) Caution Single Lane Bridge 4 In 025 miles turn left into the BBI parking lot Also available at httpwwrfl r-sccacombbinhtml
Annual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquetand Membership Recognition
SaturdayJanuary 9 2010
92009 December
Finger Lakes RegionSolo Series
Season Championships SoloBrian BuchmanSolo Chair
Pos Class(Pax) Driver Marque Points
1 95 Mark Seelbinder 03 Honda S2000 1222 1 Brian Buchman Evo 56
1 787 Paul Smith 04 Mazda RX-8 137
1 7 Brad Johnson 93 Toyota MR2 1222 64 Bret Wallace 95 Mazda Miata 82
1 70 John Cass 08 Mini S 1502 21 Jason Offord 03 Mazda Mazdaspeed Protege 125
1 22 Jeff Weaver Honda civic si 1202 14 Greg Turner Focus 105
1 29 Andy Cocilova 2002 Corvette 140
1 5 Edwin Jeffries 90 Mazda Chick car 1352 33 Mike Toombs 88 Honda CRX 73
1 14 James Hoelscher 88 Chevrolet Camaro 1552 305 Chris Schiffner 79 Oldsmobile Cutlass 89
1 99 Paul Shaver MG 1502 68 Craig Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra 973 168 William Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra Replica 854 96 Julie Shaver MG 79
1 88 Todd Miller 93 VW Solo Vee 144
1 54 John Stephens Honda Civic EX 1602 10 Mike Smith 00 Subaru Impreza RS 130
1 97 Cory Kuhns 90 Honda CRX Si 1602 35 Brian Reeves Miata 1243 116 Marnie Soom 90 Honda CRX Si 1084 67 Dave Avery MGB 64
1 4 Wilson Cazer 08 VW GTI 1192 770 Paul Quinn 06 Mini Cooper S 79
1 26 Andy Blake 95 BMW M3 1302 23 Stephen Lawless 95 BMW M3 873 20 Jason Morse Supra 69
1 89 George Little Eclipse 152
1 21 Jake Bucknam 05 Kart Brava 44 Margay 1602 19 Christian OBrien Kart 843 96 Casey OBrien Kart 52
1 99 Karl Mapstone 92 Kart Red Kart 95
1 NCS 46 Doug Krasucki 07 Mazda MX5 Miata 612 NES 77 Athena Visel 93 Mazda Miata 603 NGS 25 H William Connors II Dodge Caliber SRT-4 58
1 22 Jack Thompson 98 Kart Coyote 140
1 RCS 91 George Modlin 09 Pontiac Solstice 1422 RHS 68 Shaun Hallam 06 Toyota Scion tC 84
Adult Kart
Road Tire (Pax)
A Stock
B Stock
E Stock
G Stock
H Stock
A Street Prepared
C Street Prepared
C Prepared
Street Modified
Junior Kart A
Junior Kart B
Novice (Pax)
Street Touring
Street Touring S
Street Touring X
Street Touring U
E Modified
F Modified
From the 2009 Finger Lakes Region Solo Supplemental RegulationsThe FLR Solo Championship SeriesA Competitor Eligibility - An entrant must compete in a
minimum of five (5) local FLR Solo Championship Series point events in the same class to be eligible for year-end trophies
C Point Calculation - Season points are awarded from your best eight (8) events Points from all OOR events may be used to count towards year end points At least five (5) local FLR events are required to qualify for year-end championship
10 December 2009
RallyTom and Deb LangdonRoad Rally Chairs
Driver Marque Class OA Cls Run 1 Run 2 Run 3 Run 4 Run 5 Run 6 Run 7 Run 8 Run 9 Run 10 Run 1126 Dave Potocki Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 1 1 1994 207 208+1 181 198 189 190 184 189 158 147 1438 Mark Wetzel Crazy Audi Rally-O4 2 1 2056 193 187 226+1 184 200 195 203 202 158 155 153
18 Saurabi Kohli Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 3 2 2098 196 202+1 186 199+1 212 212+1 212+1 210 152 163+1 15416 Dan Kaufman Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 4 3 2123 203 205+1 193 225+3 195 211+1 192 207 171+1 158 163+121 Garick Tischler Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 5 4 2143 223+1 203+1 198+1 223+4 212+3 185 226+4 185 158+1 159 171+324 Nathan Mino 08 STI Modified-O4 6 5 2155 218+2 199 210+2 219+1 189 188 200 205+2 168+1 178+1 181+146 Jim Perrin Douche Rocket Modified-O4 7 6 2155 195+1 189+1 193+1 232+5 194+1 184 183 226+4 189+2 172+2 198+582 Rick Leto Beretta Modified-O2 8 1 2192 197 225+1 198 209+1 192 204+1 200 194 212 171 190+25 Jesse Luce Douche Rocket Modified-O4 9 7 2335 201 210+2 219+3 216+3 220+1 229+2 210 218+1 207+1 215+1 190+3
48 Alex Ripstein BMW 535i Stock-O2 10 1 2540 232 223 235 300 235+1 240 280+1 243 179 193+1 180Time includes all penalties
RallyCross Results October 17 2009 Car
Place TotalTime
Run time plus cones
Rally Meeting NotesNovember 10 200996 Church Street Victor NY
Nine RoadRally and RallyCross enthusiasts were present
The rally group received a request from the 2010 Mini-Con chairs to provide a list of seminars and meetings Possible subjects include a Town Hall meeting safety steward training etc
The last RallyCross event of the season is scheduled for November 14 Jim Perrin will be chairing this event
The Winter Series training rally is scheduled for Sunday December 6 The rally format will be an abbreviated winter rally style starting with calculations included and transitioning to the traditional instructions Workers for five or six checkpoints and scoring are needed
The RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party will be on Saturday December 12 Information is available on the Web site and in TOP END Mugs and pitchers are possible season trophies
The Winter Series will consist of five events January 2 Alan Smith as Rallymaster January 23 Gary Thomas as tentative Rallymaster February 6
and February 20 Tom Langdon and Karl Haltiner as Rallymasters March 6 Rallymaster Curtis Braun with Ben Gilmore Tom and Karl need to decide which will do the February events The general instructions will be an update of those used last year Noise levels need to be reduced Curtis Braun will review the 2009 series data to determine start order for the 2010 events
Manettirsquos Restaurant in Canandaigua is closed Recent rally headquarters have been the Yard Of Ale in Piffard and Cheap Charliersquos in Bloomfield Other venues and their use need to be found The Winter Rally Series trophies will be dash plaques
Rallymasters are asked to provide an article reporting on their rally If no article is written a list of workers must be provided Results should be sent to the
Top End editor and to the Webmaster Jason Light will not be able to attend
all of the RallyCross events during the 2010 season He will handle some of the paperwork
RallyCross classing is being revised for next year The overunder split for naturally aspirated engines will be raised Stone needs to be added around the leach field and at a spot near the trees at Perryrsquos Park An entry level of around twenty seems optimum Tom Langdon will send the non-working clocks out for repair
Jason Light reported that the recent Glen Region RallyCross event went well The course was short smooth and well maintained There was a large turnout for this event
112009 December
How to Play the Rally Game 6
Or ldquoI Hope We Donrsquot Get Lost Again Rally 25rdquo
Sunday
December 6 2009
Schedule
Place
Entrant Information
12 December 2009
FINGER LAKES Region SCCA and COCRRoadRally and RallyCrossHoliday and Awards Party
Cheap Charlie‛s Restaurant8 Elm Street (Route 444) Bloomfield NY 14469Saturday December 12 2009Cocktails 600 pmDinner 700 pm
Cocktail Hour 600 pm - Cash bar
Prime Rib - 12 oz with baked potatoeChicken and Shrimp Scampi over LinguiniChicken or Veal Parmesan with Spaghetti
All dinner includeSalad Bread Vegetable Coffee and Dessert
Price per person - $2000RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 at (585) 359-4688 or asmith2357aolcom
Awards for 2009 Rallies 2009 RallyCross Seriesand a visit from Santa after dinner
Santa with a little help from a pair of glasses and Tom Langdon delivers gifts and comments
132009 December
The Long Way Home lsquo10January 2 2010
It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the southern tier with the Finger Lakes Regionrsquos 2010 Winter Rally Series The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved and some pavedroads in the New York Southern Tier
Entry fees are $35car for SCCA members $45car for guests There is a 35 car limit so pre-registration is recommended Series classes are Equipped LimitedStock and Novice
Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility) tow ropestrap and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete
StartFinish location Yard of Ale Canal House 3226 Genesee St Piffard NY
Schedule Registration 300 to 400 PMNovice school 330 PMDriverrsquos Meeting 410 PMFirst car starts 431 PM First car finishes about 1100 PM
Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questionsAlan Smith asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
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points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
Classified Ads
Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom for more info
of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
Commercial Ad Rates
To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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52009 December
also received positive feedback from the competitors The results and report were printed in the November issue of TOP END and are also available on the Web site
The Winter Rally Series training rally will be Sunday December 6 Workers are needed The series is shaping up with confirmed dates and rallymasters
The last RallyCross of the year is scheduled for November 14
The Rally Party and Awards Banquet is scheduled for December 12 and will include a visit from Santa
Solo Report ndashBrian BuchmanThe 2009 Solo series has wrapped up
The remaining event is the Solo picnic on November 15 at the Scottsville Fire hall
The Solo committees upcoming topics of discussion include combining Pro and Street Touring classes for next years season The goal being to provide more competition within a group Planning for next years Street Survival school includes discussing the goal of getting the event on the calendar earlier in the year A potential site is once again Seneca Army Dept
Marnie Soom will chair the Finger Lakes Solo National Tour event again in 2010
Race Report A few Finger Lakes Region drivers
attended the Great Pumpkin race at Nelson Ledges Dave Cuifos car launched over the guardrail between Oaktree and the Carousel finally resting against a tree Dave was not injured but his car sustained damage The PDX scheduled as part of the Pumpkin weekend was cancelled
The Competition Board will consider holding a PDX event as a substitute for the pursuit race at Westward Ho
Mike Toombs reviewed the most recent draft of the NEDiv race schedule Issues with specific dates will be sorted out at the Mini-Con on November 6 Our
race dates at Nelson and the Fun One should not be affected
The board is discussing involvement with the driverrsquos school at Watkins Glen Options are alternate sanctions co-sanctions and date
Activities Report ndash Brad JohnsonThe picnic scheduled to be held at the
Scottsville Fire Department Recreation building on October 18 was cancelled High Points awards normally given out at the annual picnic will be awarded at the Year-end Banquet The board is discussing the future of the annual picnic Some suggested options are to no longer have a picnic move it to another part of the year etc
The Year-end Banquet will be at the Burgundy Basin Inn on January 9 2010 Cost will be $15 per adult $10 per child Anyone with input for the year-end awards contact a board member Contact Carl Dresie for a list of awards and recipients The January general membership meeting has been cancelled any business needing attention will be handled at the banquet
Membership Report ndash Mike BrunnerThe membership count stands at 469
as of November 6 down one from the October 6 number
Old Business Dean Croucher noted that Don
Brubaker associated with Seneca Lodge passed away recently
Meridith Croucher is collecting racing memorabilia for Hillside Childrenrsquos center T-shirts etc gladly accepted with the exception that there must be no tobacco or alcohol related items
New Business
Mike Brunner sent letters for the longevity awards to be given at the year-end banquet Among those to be recognized are two members for their 55-year anniversary and one for 50 years Volunteers have agreed to write ldquotell allsrdquo on these members
Mike is collecting the rotating awards
to prepare them for the new recipients If you have an award and have not yet passed it back please contact him
Meridith Croucher reported that planning meetings for STPRreg2010 will start in November A Rally America organizers meeting is scheduled for January The Rally America National Championship series is being shortened from nine to six events Three European-style RallyX events will be added to the schedule and held at New Jersey Motorsports Park
The meeting was adjourned at 847 pm on a motion by Dean Croucher seconded by Scott Moller
Respectfully submittedCarl F Dresie Secretary
October 27 2009Location 753 Klem Rd Webster NY 14580
Officers and directors present Michael Toombs Regional Executive Scott Moller Asst Regional Executive Elizabeth Thiel Treasurer Carl Dresie Secretary Brad Johnson Activities Director John Walsh Director
Also present Curtis Braun
Board members absent John Morris Gene Dinkel and Jim Craven
Items are presented by subject and may not be in chronological order
The meeting was called to order at 736 pm
The September 29 board of directors meeting minutes were approved on a motion by John Walsh seconded by Brad Johnson
Finger Lakes Region SCCA Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
6 December 2009
FLR NewsTreasurerrsquos Report ndash Elizabeth ThielThe income and expense by class
statement for January 1 through October 27 was distributed for information and comment
All bills presented to date have been paid One advertiser in the Fun One program has yet to pay for their ad All other Fun One advertiser bills have been paid
Funds have been moved from the money market account into the investment fund Kevin Kinney of Canandaigua Bank will meet with the new board after the first of the year
A check for $200 has been sent to the Steel Cities Region for sponsorship of a coffee break at the Mini-Con
The treasurerrsquos report was accepted on a motion by Carl Dresie seconded by Scott Moller
Race Report The preliminary Northeast Division
2010 racing schedule is published but not yet confirmed There are several scheduling issues to be resolved at the Mini-Con Several regions have requests for double national races including the Glen Regions national at Watkins Glen There are three national races on consecutive weekends around the end of July This is against the rules given in the General Competition Rules
John Walsh is polling the regionrsquos national drivers regarding their preference on national races
T-shirtrsquos left over from the Fun One will be passed along to Meridith Croucher She is organizing the donation of any motorsports memorabilia that doesnrsquot promote cigarettes or alcohol to Hillside Childrenrsquos Center
Watkins Glen International management sent the region a letter confirming our September 18-19 race dates for 2010 Track rental will be $34k plus $325 for camping The letter includes a list of services provided by the track
Street Survival School The Solo board is planning to hold
a Street Survival School in 2010 Planning and organizing for this event needs to be started early next year Possible sites include RIT Xerox and Seneca Army Depot Scheduling needs to be coordinated with next years events calendar
Activities Report ndash Brad JohnsonThe picnic was cancelled High
Points awards will be given out at the year-end banquet
The Year-end Banquet is scheduled for January 9 at the Burgundy Basin Inn Cost will be $15 for adults $10 for children Longevity recognition for 20 years and greater will have two dinners provided by the region John Sheridan and regional executives from adjoining regions will be invited to attend The banquet budget was approved on a motion by Scott Moller seconded by Brad Johnson Payment at the door will be accepted but RSVPs are needed
New Business There will not be a January
membership meeting All business will be held for the February meeting The cancellation was approved on a motion by Scott Moller seconded by John Walsh
Old Business The Finger Lakes Region will host
the 2010 Mini-Con at the Woodcliff Hotel and Spa on November 11-13 2010 A flyer will be taken to the Mini-Con at Pittsburgh promoting tourism in Rochester Each area of interest is being asked to provide a list of sessions to be scheduled and to arrange for speakers etc Elizabeth Thiel and Chris McAllister are in the preliminary planning stages Sponsorship for various activities is being sought Room rates will be $110
The meeting was adjourned at 921 pm on a motion by John Walsh seconded by Scott Moller Respectfully submitted Carl F Dresie Secretary
5 MinutesItems of immediate interest
December 1 MeetingsThe last Solo competition board and
general membership meetings of the year will be held at the Burgundy Basin Inn The Solo and Conp meetin will start about 7 pm the general membership meeting about 8 pm The next scheduled meetings will be February 2 This will be the chance to get a head start on any changes for the 2010 season At the general membership meeting you will hear reports from the recent Mini-Con In addition to the tall tales and bench racing that follow the meeting you may hear anecdotes that wonrsquot be printed in TOP END
How to play the rally gameAnyone planning on running the
Winter Rally Series or want to learn more about how to navigate a TSD rally should consider running the training rally on December 6 See more information on page 11
RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party
Santa will be a special guest at the rally grouprsquos party on December 12 In addition to RoadRally and RallyCross awards Santa will deliver appropriate gifts If you plan on attending RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 More information is given on page 12
The Long Way Home lsquo10The first event in the Winter Rally
Series is scheduled for January 2 See page 13 for details
SCCA National Convention registration
The national convention will be held at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas Nevada on January 28 through 30 Save up to $60 by registering on or before January 4 Registration forms can be found at httpcmssccacomdocumentsConvention201020Registration20formpdf or by contacting a board member
72009 December
Membership News and Information
From Topeka
Welcome to the Finger Lakes Region SCCAMargaret McClure (Welcome Back)
Debra Lisena-Tyo (Welcome Back)
Carol Christopher Daniela and Marissa ManciniFamily
Address ChangesChris MortonRoy Bruno JrSteve Mancini
Address information is available from the membership chair andor the Top End editor
Dont forget to renewByron Liedtke
Robert J Veltz
Karen Gesell
Nick Julian
2009 SCCA National Convention Registration Now Open
The Convention will officially begin at the South Point Hotel and Casino on Thursday January 28 2010 at 800 am and will conclude with the Awards and Hall of Fame Banquet
Saturday January 30 2010
REGISTRATIONThere are three fast and easy ways to register
1) Online at sccacom2) Fax the form to 785-232-72133) Mail the form to
SCCA Convention PO Box 19400
Topeka KS 66619-0400The form can be downloaded at scca
com or contact a board member
Registrations received on or before January 4 2010 will receive an email registration confirmation We still have the tiered registration available
CANCELLATION POLICYCancellations made before January
14 2010 will be assessed a $2500 administrative fee Cancellations on or after January 15 2010 are non refundable
HOTEL RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION
You are responsible for making your own hotel reservations and you must ask for the SCCA block to get the discounted rates
SOUTH POINT HOTEL CASINO amp SPA 9777 Las Vegas Blvd So Las Vegas NV 89183Reservations Department 866-791-7626 or online httpwwwsouthpointcasinocomhotelindexphpGroup Code ldquoSCC0125rdquo or mention the SCCA 2010 National Convention- $7000 for single or double occupancy
(Sunday night ndash Thursday night)- $9000 for single or double occupancy
(Friday and Saturday night)- This averages $80night for the
typical four night stay which remains consistent or even less than recent Conventions Rates good through December 28 2009
- Complimentary Parking- High Speed InternetWireless $1199
per day- 11+ Restaurants and Bars Onsite- Beautifully landscaped Pool and
Jacuzzi
- Business Center Barber Shop Liquor Store Arcade Fitness Center and Gift Shop Movie Theater Bowling and Bingo
- All convention facilities are wheelchair accessible
SCHEDULEThe Convention Schedule is ever-
changing through the course of the year We allow this to ensure a logical schedule with relevant content The schedule will be posted to the website
AIRPORT AND TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
McCarran International Airport (LAS) is 10 minutes from the hotel There is a free airport shuttle for guests of the South Point Hotel and Casino A taxi from the hotel to the strip costs less than $2000
INTERNET KIOSKSWe will have two kiosks with print
capability available near the Registration Center for short term use during convention hours by our attendees at no charge
DRESS CODECasual attire is appropriate for all
Convention sessions and lunches The Saturday evening banquet is more formal and we recommend the appropriate dress attire for men and women
ONSITE REGISTRATIONOnsite registration will be on the 2nd
Floor at the Registration Center All attendees must visit Registration to sign the waiver and receive name badges and other convention materials Registration hours will be
Wednesday 500 pm ndash 900 pm Thursday 800am - 1130 am amp 100 - 700 pmFriday 800am ndash 1130 am amp 130 - 400 pm Saturday 800am ndash 1230 pm
QUESTIONS COMMENTSEmail ConventionsccacomCall 800-770-2055
8 December 2009
Solo
Checks payable to ldquoFinger Lakes Region SCCArdquoAt the door or mail to Finger Lakes Banquet 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
Number of Adults _____ x $15 = $_______
Number of Children ____ x $10 = $_______
Total enclosed $_______
Name(s)________________________________________________________________________________________
PLEASE RSVP by January 2 2010Brad Johnson 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
ph (585) 672 - 5271 e-mail activitiesdirectorflr-sccacom
Burgundy Basin InnBurgundy Basin Inn1361 Marsh Road Pittsford
ph (585) 248-2660 600-700 pm Registration Open bar Hors drsquooeuvres 700 pm Dinner amp Cash Bar Following dinner Presentation of awards and recognition
Beer and wine otherbeverages available for purchase
Directions to Burgundy Basin Inn 1 Leave 490 (East of Rochester) at exit 27Bushnellrsquos Basin 2 Turn right onto Route 96Pittsford Victor Rd 3 In 03 miles turn right onto Marsh Rd (This is the second right) Caution Single Lane Bridge 4 In 025 miles turn left into the BBI parking lot Also available at httpwwrfl r-sccacombbinhtml
Annual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquetand Membership Recognition
SaturdayJanuary 9 2010
92009 December
Finger Lakes RegionSolo Series
Season Championships SoloBrian BuchmanSolo Chair
Pos Class(Pax) Driver Marque Points
1 95 Mark Seelbinder 03 Honda S2000 1222 1 Brian Buchman Evo 56
1 787 Paul Smith 04 Mazda RX-8 137
1 7 Brad Johnson 93 Toyota MR2 1222 64 Bret Wallace 95 Mazda Miata 82
1 70 John Cass 08 Mini S 1502 21 Jason Offord 03 Mazda Mazdaspeed Protege 125
1 22 Jeff Weaver Honda civic si 1202 14 Greg Turner Focus 105
1 29 Andy Cocilova 2002 Corvette 140
1 5 Edwin Jeffries 90 Mazda Chick car 1352 33 Mike Toombs 88 Honda CRX 73
1 14 James Hoelscher 88 Chevrolet Camaro 1552 305 Chris Schiffner 79 Oldsmobile Cutlass 89
1 99 Paul Shaver MG 1502 68 Craig Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra 973 168 William Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra Replica 854 96 Julie Shaver MG 79
1 88 Todd Miller 93 VW Solo Vee 144
1 54 John Stephens Honda Civic EX 1602 10 Mike Smith 00 Subaru Impreza RS 130
1 97 Cory Kuhns 90 Honda CRX Si 1602 35 Brian Reeves Miata 1243 116 Marnie Soom 90 Honda CRX Si 1084 67 Dave Avery MGB 64
1 4 Wilson Cazer 08 VW GTI 1192 770 Paul Quinn 06 Mini Cooper S 79
1 26 Andy Blake 95 BMW M3 1302 23 Stephen Lawless 95 BMW M3 873 20 Jason Morse Supra 69
1 89 George Little Eclipse 152
1 21 Jake Bucknam 05 Kart Brava 44 Margay 1602 19 Christian OBrien Kart 843 96 Casey OBrien Kart 52
1 99 Karl Mapstone 92 Kart Red Kart 95
1 NCS 46 Doug Krasucki 07 Mazda MX5 Miata 612 NES 77 Athena Visel 93 Mazda Miata 603 NGS 25 H William Connors II Dodge Caliber SRT-4 58
1 22 Jack Thompson 98 Kart Coyote 140
1 RCS 91 George Modlin 09 Pontiac Solstice 1422 RHS 68 Shaun Hallam 06 Toyota Scion tC 84
Adult Kart
Road Tire (Pax)
A Stock
B Stock
E Stock
G Stock
H Stock
A Street Prepared
C Street Prepared
C Prepared
Street Modified
Junior Kart A
Junior Kart B
Novice (Pax)
Street Touring
Street Touring S
Street Touring X
Street Touring U
E Modified
F Modified
From the 2009 Finger Lakes Region Solo Supplemental RegulationsThe FLR Solo Championship SeriesA Competitor Eligibility - An entrant must compete in a
minimum of five (5) local FLR Solo Championship Series point events in the same class to be eligible for year-end trophies
C Point Calculation - Season points are awarded from your best eight (8) events Points from all OOR events may be used to count towards year end points At least five (5) local FLR events are required to qualify for year-end championship
10 December 2009
RallyTom and Deb LangdonRoad Rally Chairs
Driver Marque Class OA Cls Run 1 Run 2 Run 3 Run 4 Run 5 Run 6 Run 7 Run 8 Run 9 Run 10 Run 1126 Dave Potocki Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 1 1 1994 207 208+1 181 198 189 190 184 189 158 147 1438 Mark Wetzel Crazy Audi Rally-O4 2 1 2056 193 187 226+1 184 200 195 203 202 158 155 153
18 Saurabi Kohli Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 3 2 2098 196 202+1 186 199+1 212 212+1 212+1 210 152 163+1 15416 Dan Kaufman Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 4 3 2123 203 205+1 193 225+3 195 211+1 192 207 171+1 158 163+121 Garick Tischler Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 5 4 2143 223+1 203+1 198+1 223+4 212+3 185 226+4 185 158+1 159 171+324 Nathan Mino 08 STI Modified-O4 6 5 2155 218+2 199 210+2 219+1 189 188 200 205+2 168+1 178+1 181+146 Jim Perrin Douche Rocket Modified-O4 7 6 2155 195+1 189+1 193+1 232+5 194+1 184 183 226+4 189+2 172+2 198+582 Rick Leto Beretta Modified-O2 8 1 2192 197 225+1 198 209+1 192 204+1 200 194 212 171 190+25 Jesse Luce Douche Rocket Modified-O4 9 7 2335 201 210+2 219+3 216+3 220+1 229+2 210 218+1 207+1 215+1 190+3
48 Alex Ripstein BMW 535i Stock-O2 10 1 2540 232 223 235 300 235+1 240 280+1 243 179 193+1 180Time includes all penalties
RallyCross Results October 17 2009 Car
Place TotalTime
Run time plus cones
Rally Meeting NotesNovember 10 200996 Church Street Victor NY
Nine RoadRally and RallyCross enthusiasts were present
The rally group received a request from the 2010 Mini-Con chairs to provide a list of seminars and meetings Possible subjects include a Town Hall meeting safety steward training etc
The last RallyCross event of the season is scheduled for November 14 Jim Perrin will be chairing this event
The Winter Series training rally is scheduled for Sunday December 6 The rally format will be an abbreviated winter rally style starting with calculations included and transitioning to the traditional instructions Workers for five or six checkpoints and scoring are needed
The RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party will be on Saturday December 12 Information is available on the Web site and in TOP END Mugs and pitchers are possible season trophies
The Winter Series will consist of five events January 2 Alan Smith as Rallymaster January 23 Gary Thomas as tentative Rallymaster February 6
and February 20 Tom Langdon and Karl Haltiner as Rallymasters March 6 Rallymaster Curtis Braun with Ben Gilmore Tom and Karl need to decide which will do the February events The general instructions will be an update of those used last year Noise levels need to be reduced Curtis Braun will review the 2009 series data to determine start order for the 2010 events
Manettirsquos Restaurant in Canandaigua is closed Recent rally headquarters have been the Yard Of Ale in Piffard and Cheap Charliersquos in Bloomfield Other venues and their use need to be found The Winter Rally Series trophies will be dash plaques
Rallymasters are asked to provide an article reporting on their rally If no article is written a list of workers must be provided Results should be sent to the
Top End editor and to the Webmaster Jason Light will not be able to attend
all of the RallyCross events during the 2010 season He will handle some of the paperwork
RallyCross classing is being revised for next year The overunder split for naturally aspirated engines will be raised Stone needs to be added around the leach field and at a spot near the trees at Perryrsquos Park An entry level of around twenty seems optimum Tom Langdon will send the non-working clocks out for repair
Jason Light reported that the recent Glen Region RallyCross event went well The course was short smooth and well maintained There was a large turnout for this event
112009 December
How to Play the Rally Game 6
Or ldquoI Hope We Donrsquot Get Lost Again Rally 25rdquo
Sunday
December 6 2009
Schedule
Place
Entrant Information
12 December 2009
FINGER LAKES Region SCCA and COCRRoadRally and RallyCrossHoliday and Awards Party
Cheap Charlie‛s Restaurant8 Elm Street (Route 444) Bloomfield NY 14469Saturday December 12 2009Cocktails 600 pmDinner 700 pm
Cocktail Hour 600 pm - Cash bar
Prime Rib - 12 oz with baked potatoeChicken and Shrimp Scampi over LinguiniChicken or Veal Parmesan with Spaghetti
All dinner includeSalad Bread Vegetable Coffee and Dessert
Price per person - $2000RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 at (585) 359-4688 or asmith2357aolcom
Awards for 2009 Rallies 2009 RallyCross Seriesand a visit from Santa after dinner
Santa with a little help from a pair of glasses and Tom Langdon delivers gifts and comments
132009 December
The Long Way Home lsquo10January 2 2010
It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the southern tier with the Finger Lakes Regionrsquos 2010 Winter Rally Series The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved and some pavedroads in the New York Southern Tier
Entry fees are $35car for SCCA members $45car for guests There is a 35 car limit so pre-registration is recommended Series classes are Equipped LimitedStock and Novice
Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility) tow ropestrap and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete
StartFinish location Yard of Ale Canal House 3226 Genesee St Piffard NY
Schedule Registration 300 to 400 PMNovice school 330 PMDriverrsquos Meeting 410 PMFirst car starts 431 PM First car finishes about 1100 PM
Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questionsAlan Smith asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
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points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
Classified Ads
Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom for more info
of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
Commercial Ad Rates
To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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The LAST PIT
6 December 2009
FLR NewsTreasurerrsquos Report ndash Elizabeth ThielThe income and expense by class
statement for January 1 through October 27 was distributed for information and comment
All bills presented to date have been paid One advertiser in the Fun One program has yet to pay for their ad All other Fun One advertiser bills have been paid
Funds have been moved from the money market account into the investment fund Kevin Kinney of Canandaigua Bank will meet with the new board after the first of the year
A check for $200 has been sent to the Steel Cities Region for sponsorship of a coffee break at the Mini-Con
The treasurerrsquos report was accepted on a motion by Carl Dresie seconded by Scott Moller
Race Report The preliminary Northeast Division
2010 racing schedule is published but not yet confirmed There are several scheduling issues to be resolved at the Mini-Con Several regions have requests for double national races including the Glen Regions national at Watkins Glen There are three national races on consecutive weekends around the end of July This is against the rules given in the General Competition Rules
John Walsh is polling the regionrsquos national drivers regarding their preference on national races
T-shirtrsquos left over from the Fun One will be passed along to Meridith Croucher She is organizing the donation of any motorsports memorabilia that doesnrsquot promote cigarettes or alcohol to Hillside Childrenrsquos Center
Watkins Glen International management sent the region a letter confirming our September 18-19 race dates for 2010 Track rental will be $34k plus $325 for camping The letter includes a list of services provided by the track
Street Survival School The Solo board is planning to hold
a Street Survival School in 2010 Planning and organizing for this event needs to be started early next year Possible sites include RIT Xerox and Seneca Army Depot Scheduling needs to be coordinated with next years events calendar
Activities Report ndash Brad JohnsonThe picnic was cancelled High
Points awards will be given out at the year-end banquet
The Year-end Banquet is scheduled for January 9 at the Burgundy Basin Inn Cost will be $15 for adults $10 for children Longevity recognition for 20 years and greater will have two dinners provided by the region John Sheridan and regional executives from adjoining regions will be invited to attend The banquet budget was approved on a motion by Scott Moller seconded by Brad Johnson Payment at the door will be accepted but RSVPs are needed
New Business There will not be a January
membership meeting All business will be held for the February meeting The cancellation was approved on a motion by Scott Moller seconded by John Walsh
Old Business The Finger Lakes Region will host
the 2010 Mini-Con at the Woodcliff Hotel and Spa on November 11-13 2010 A flyer will be taken to the Mini-Con at Pittsburgh promoting tourism in Rochester Each area of interest is being asked to provide a list of sessions to be scheduled and to arrange for speakers etc Elizabeth Thiel and Chris McAllister are in the preliminary planning stages Sponsorship for various activities is being sought Room rates will be $110
The meeting was adjourned at 921 pm on a motion by John Walsh seconded by Scott Moller Respectfully submitted Carl F Dresie Secretary
5 MinutesItems of immediate interest
December 1 MeetingsThe last Solo competition board and
general membership meetings of the year will be held at the Burgundy Basin Inn The Solo and Conp meetin will start about 7 pm the general membership meeting about 8 pm The next scheduled meetings will be February 2 This will be the chance to get a head start on any changes for the 2010 season At the general membership meeting you will hear reports from the recent Mini-Con In addition to the tall tales and bench racing that follow the meeting you may hear anecdotes that wonrsquot be printed in TOP END
How to play the rally gameAnyone planning on running the
Winter Rally Series or want to learn more about how to navigate a TSD rally should consider running the training rally on December 6 See more information on page 11
RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party
Santa will be a special guest at the rally grouprsquos party on December 12 In addition to RoadRally and RallyCross awards Santa will deliver appropriate gifts If you plan on attending RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 More information is given on page 12
The Long Way Home lsquo10The first event in the Winter Rally
Series is scheduled for January 2 See page 13 for details
SCCA National Convention registration
The national convention will be held at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas Nevada on January 28 through 30 Save up to $60 by registering on or before January 4 Registration forms can be found at httpcmssccacomdocumentsConvention201020Registration20formpdf or by contacting a board member
72009 December
Membership News and Information
From Topeka
Welcome to the Finger Lakes Region SCCAMargaret McClure (Welcome Back)
Debra Lisena-Tyo (Welcome Back)
Carol Christopher Daniela and Marissa ManciniFamily
Address ChangesChris MortonRoy Bruno JrSteve Mancini
Address information is available from the membership chair andor the Top End editor
Dont forget to renewByron Liedtke
Robert J Veltz
Karen Gesell
Nick Julian
2009 SCCA National Convention Registration Now Open
The Convention will officially begin at the South Point Hotel and Casino on Thursday January 28 2010 at 800 am and will conclude with the Awards and Hall of Fame Banquet
Saturday January 30 2010
REGISTRATIONThere are three fast and easy ways to register
1) Online at sccacom2) Fax the form to 785-232-72133) Mail the form to
SCCA Convention PO Box 19400
Topeka KS 66619-0400The form can be downloaded at scca
com or contact a board member
Registrations received on or before January 4 2010 will receive an email registration confirmation We still have the tiered registration available
CANCELLATION POLICYCancellations made before January
14 2010 will be assessed a $2500 administrative fee Cancellations on or after January 15 2010 are non refundable
HOTEL RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION
You are responsible for making your own hotel reservations and you must ask for the SCCA block to get the discounted rates
SOUTH POINT HOTEL CASINO amp SPA 9777 Las Vegas Blvd So Las Vegas NV 89183Reservations Department 866-791-7626 or online httpwwwsouthpointcasinocomhotelindexphpGroup Code ldquoSCC0125rdquo or mention the SCCA 2010 National Convention- $7000 for single or double occupancy
(Sunday night ndash Thursday night)- $9000 for single or double occupancy
(Friday and Saturday night)- This averages $80night for the
typical four night stay which remains consistent or even less than recent Conventions Rates good through December 28 2009
- Complimentary Parking- High Speed InternetWireless $1199
per day- 11+ Restaurants and Bars Onsite- Beautifully landscaped Pool and
Jacuzzi
- Business Center Barber Shop Liquor Store Arcade Fitness Center and Gift Shop Movie Theater Bowling and Bingo
- All convention facilities are wheelchair accessible
SCHEDULEThe Convention Schedule is ever-
changing through the course of the year We allow this to ensure a logical schedule with relevant content The schedule will be posted to the website
AIRPORT AND TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
McCarran International Airport (LAS) is 10 minutes from the hotel There is a free airport shuttle for guests of the South Point Hotel and Casino A taxi from the hotel to the strip costs less than $2000
INTERNET KIOSKSWe will have two kiosks with print
capability available near the Registration Center for short term use during convention hours by our attendees at no charge
DRESS CODECasual attire is appropriate for all
Convention sessions and lunches The Saturday evening banquet is more formal and we recommend the appropriate dress attire for men and women
ONSITE REGISTRATIONOnsite registration will be on the 2nd
Floor at the Registration Center All attendees must visit Registration to sign the waiver and receive name badges and other convention materials Registration hours will be
Wednesday 500 pm ndash 900 pm Thursday 800am - 1130 am amp 100 - 700 pmFriday 800am ndash 1130 am amp 130 - 400 pm Saturday 800am ndash 1230 pm
QUESTIONS COMMENTSEmail ConventionsccacomCall 800-770-2055
8 December 2009
Solo
Checks payable to ldquoFinger Lakes Region SCCArdquoAt the door or mail to Finger Lakes Banquet 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
Number of Adults _____ x $15 = $_______
Number of Children ____ x $10 = $_______
Total enclosed $_______
Name(s)________________________________________________________________________________________
PLEASE RSVP by January 2 2010Brad Johnson 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
ph (585) 672 - 5271 e-mail activitiesdirectorflr-sccacom
Burgundy Basin InnBurgundy Basin Inn1361 Marsh Road Pittsford
ph (585) 248-2660 600-700 pm Registration Open bar Hors drsquooeuvres 700 pm Dinner amp Cash Bar Following dinner Presentation of awards and recognition
Beer and wine otherbeverages available for purchase
Directions to Burgundy Basin Inn 1 Leave 490 (East of Rochester) at exit 27Bushnellrsquos Basin 2 Turn right onto Route 96Pittsford Victor Rd 3 In 03 miles turn right onto Marsh Rd (This is the second right) Caution Single Lane Bridge 4 In 025 miles turn left into the BBI parking lot Also available at httpwwrfl r-sccacombbinhtml
Annual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquetand Membership Recognition
SaturdayJanuary 9 2010
92009 December
Finger Lakes RegionSolo Series
Season Championships SoloBrian BuchmanSolo Chair
Pos Class(Pax) Driver Marque Points
1 95 Mark Seelbinder 03 Honda S2000 1222 1 Brian Buchman Evo 56
1 787 Paul Smith 04 Mazda RX-8 137
1 7 Brad Johnson 93 Toyota MR2 1222 64 Bret Wallace 95 Mazda Miata 82
1 70 John Cass 08 Mini S 1502 21 Jason Offord 03 Mazda Mazdaspeed Protege 125
1 22 Jeff Weaver Honda civic si 1202 14 Greg Turner Focus 105
1 29 Andy Cocilova 2002 Corvette 140
1 5 Edwin Jeffries 90 Mazda Chick car 1352 33 Mike Toombs 88 Honda CRX 73
1 14 James Hoelscher 88 Chevrolet Camaro 1552 305 Chris Schiffner 79 Oldsmobile Cutlass 89
1 99 Paul Shaver MG 1502 68 Craig Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra 973 168 William Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra Replica 854 96 Julie Shaver MG 79
1 88 Todd Miller 93 VW Solo Vee 144
1 54 John Stephens Honda Civic EX 1602 10 Mike Smith 00 Subaru Impreza RS 130
1 97 Cory Kuhns 90 Honda CRX Si 1602 35 Brian Reeves Miata 1243 116 Marnie Soom 90 Honda CRX Si 1084 67 Dave Avery MGB 64
1 4 Wilson Cazer 08 VW GTI 1192 770 Paul Quinn 06 Mini Cooper S 79
1 26 Andy Blake 95 BMW M3 1302 23 Stephen Lawless 95 BMW M3 873 20 Jason Morse Supra 69
1 89 George Little Eclipse 152
1 21 Jake Bucknam 05 Kart Brava 44 Margay 1602 19 Christian OBrien Kart 843 96 Casey OBrien Kart 52
1 99 Karl Mapstone 92 Kart Red Kart 95
1 NCS 46 Doug Krasucki 07 Mazda MX5 Miata 612 NES 77 Athena Visel 93 Mazda Miata 603 NGS 25 H William Connors II Dodge Caliber SRT-4 58
1 22 Jack Thompson 98 Kart Coyote 140
1 RCS 91 George Modlin 09 Pontiac Solstice 1422 RHS 68 Shaun Hallam 06 Toyota Scion tC 84
Adult Kart
Road Tire (Pax)
A Stock
B Stock
E Stock
G Stock
H Stock
A Street Prepared
C Street Prepared
C Prepared
Street Modified
Junior Kart A
Junior Kart B
Novice (Pax)
Street Touring
Street Touring S
Street Touring X
Street Touring U
E Modified
F Modified
From the 2009 Finger Lakes Region Solo Supplemental RegulationsThe FLR Solo Championship SeriesA Competitor Eligibility - An entrant must compete in a
minimum of five (5) local FLR Solo Championship Series point events in the same class to be eligible for year-end trophies
C Point Calculation - Season points are awarded from your best eight (8) events Points from all OOR events may be used to count towards year end points At least five (5) local FLR events are required to qualify for year-end championship
10 December 2009
RallyTom and Deb LangdonRoad Rally Chairs
Driver Marque Class OA Cls Run 1 Run 2 Run 3 Run 4 Run 5 Run 6 Run 7 Run 8 Run 9 Run 10 Run 1126 Dave Potocki Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 1 1 1994 207 208+1 181 198 189 190 184 189 158 147 1438 Mark Wetzel Crazy Audi Rally-O4 2 1 2056 193 187 226+1 184 200 195 203 202 158 155 153
18 Saurabi Kohli Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 3 2 2098 196 202+1 186 199+1 212 212+1 212+1 210 152 163+1 15416 Dan Kaufman Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 4 3 2123 203 205+1 193 225+3 195 211+1 192 207 171+1 158 163+121 Garick Tischler Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 5 4 2143 223+1 203+1 198+1 223+4 212+3 185 226+4 185 158+1 159 171+324 Nathan Mino 08 STI Modified-O4 6 5 2155 218+2 199 210+2 219+1 189 188 200 205+2 168+1 178+1 181+146 Jim Perrin Douche Rocket Modified-O4 7 6 2155 195+1 189+1 193+1 232+5 194+1 184 183 226+4 189+2 172+2 198+582 Rick Leto Beretta Modified-O2 8 1 2192 197 225+1 198 209+1 192 204+1 200 194 212 171 190+25 Jesse Luce Douche Rocket Modified-O4 9 7 2335 201 210+2 219+3 216+3 220+1 229+2 210 218+1 207+1 215+1 190+3
48 Alex Ripstein BMW 535i Stock-O2 10 1 2540 232 223 235 300 235+1 240 280+1 243 179 193+1 180Time includes all penalties
RallyCross Results October 17 2009 Car
Place TotalTime
Run time plus cones
Rally Meeting NotesNovember 10 200996 Church Street Victor NY
Nine RoadRally and RallyCross enthusiasts were present
The rally group received a request from the 2010 Mini-Con chairs to provide a list of seminars and meetings Possible subjects include a Town Hall meeting safety steward training etc
The last RallyCross event of the season is scheduled for November 14 Jim Perrin will be chairing this event
The Winter Series training rally is scheduled for Sunday December 6 The rally format will be an abbreviated winter rally style starting with calculations included and transitioning to the traditional instructions Workers for five or six checkpoints and scoring are needed
The RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party will be on Saturday December 12 Information is available on the Web site and in TOP END Mugs and pitchers are possible season trophies
The Winter Series will consist of five events January 2 Alan Smith as Rallymaster January 23 Gary Thomas as tentative Rallymaster February 6
and February 20 Tom Langdon and Karl Haltiner as Rallymasters March 6 Rallymaster Curtis Braun with Ben Gilmore Tom and Karl need to decide which will do the February events The general instructions will be an update of those used last year Noise levels need to be reduced Curtis Braun will review the 2009 series data to determine start order for the 2010 events
Manettirsquos Restaurant in Canandaigua is closed Recent rally headquarters have been the Yard Of Ale in Piffard and Cheap Charliersquos in Bloomfield Other venues and their use need to be found The Winter Rally Series trophies will be dash plaques
Rallymasters are asked to provide an article reporting on their rally If no article is written a list of workers must be provided Results should be sent to the
Top End editor and to the Webmaster Jason Light will not be able to attend
all of the RallyCross events during the 2010 season He will handle some of the paperwork
RallyCross classing is being revised for next year The overunder split for naturally aspirated engines will be raised Stone needs to be added around the leach field and at a spot near the trees at Perryrsquos Park An entry level of around twenty seems optimum Tom Langdon will send the non-working clocks out for repair
Jason Light reported that the recent Glen Region RallyCross event went well The course was short smooth and well maintained There was a large turnout for this event
112009 December
How to Play the Rally Game 6
Or ldquoI Hope We Donrsquot Get Lost Again Rally 25rdquo
Sunday
December 6 2009
Schedule
Place
Entrant Information
12 December 2009
FINGER LAKES Region SCCA and COCRRoadRally and RallyCrossHoliday and Awards Party
Cheap Charlie‛s Restaurant8 Elm Street (Route 444) Bloomfield NY 14469Saturday December 12 2009Cocktails 600 pmDinner 700 pm
Cocktail Hour 600 pm - Cash bar
Prime Rib - 12 oz with baked potatoeChicken and Shrimp Scampi over LinguiniChicken or Veal Parmesan with Spaghetti
All dinner includeSalad Bread Vegetable Coffee and Dessert
Price per person - $2000RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 at (585) 359-4688 or asmith2357aolcom
Awards for 2009 Rallies 2009 RallyCross Seriesand a visit from Santa after dinner
Santa with a little help from a pair of glasses and Tom Langdon delivers gifts and comments
132009 December
The Long Way Home lsquo10January 2 2010
It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the southern tier with the Finger Lakes Regionrsquos 2010 Winter Rally Series The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved and some pavedroads in the New York Southern Tier
Entry fees are $35car for SCCA members $45car for guests There is a 35 car limit so pre-registration is recommended Series classes are Equipped LimitedStock and Novice
Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility) tow ropestrap and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete
StartFinish location Yard of Ale Canal House 3226 Genesee St Piffard NY
Schedule Registration 300 to 400 PMNovice school 330 PMDriverrsquos Meeting 410 PMFirst car starts 431 PM First car finishes about 1100 PM
Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questionsAlan Smith asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
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points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
Classified Ads
Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom for more info
of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
Commercial Ad Rates
To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
72009 December
Membership News and Information
From Topeka
Welcome to the Finger Lakes Region SCCAMargaret McClure (Welcome Back)
Debra Lisena-Tyo (Welcome Back)
Carol Christopher Daniela and Marissa ManciniFamily
Address ChangesChris MortonRoy Bruno JrSteve Mancini
Address information is available from the membership chair andor the Top End editor
Dont forget to renewByron Liedtke
Robert J Veltz
Karen Gesell
Nick Julian
2009 SCCA National Convention Registration Now Open
The Convention will officially begin at the South Point Hotel and Casino on Thursday January 28 2010 at 800 am and will conclude with the Awards and Hall of Fame Banquet
Saturday January 30 2010
REGISTRATIONThere are three fast and easy ways to register
1) Online at sccacom2) Fax the form to 785-232-72133) Mail the form to
SCCA Convention PO Box 19400
Topeka KS 66619-0400The form can be downloaded at scca
com or contact a board member
Registrations received on or before January 4 2010 will receive an email registration confirmation We still have the tiered registration available
CANCELLATION POLICYCancellations made before January
14 2010 will be assessed a $2500 administrative fee Cancellations on or after January 15 2010 are non refundable
HOTEL RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION
You are responsible for making your own hotel reservations and you must ask for the SCCA block to get the discounted rates
SOUTH POINT HOTEL CASINO amp SPA 9777 Las Vegas Blvd So Las Vegas NV 89183Reservations Department 866-791-7626 or online httpwwwsouthpointcasinocomhotelindexphpGroup Code ldquoSCC0125rdquo or mention the SCCA 2010 National Convention- $7000 for single or double occupancy
(Sunday night ndash Thursday night)- $9000 for single or double occupancy
(Friday and Saturday night)- This averages $80night for the
typical four night stay which remains consistent or even less than recent Conventions Rates good through December 28 2009
- Complimentary Parking- High Speed InternetWireless $1199
per day- 11+ Restaurants and Bars Onsite- Beautifully landscaped Pool and
Jacuzzi
- Business Center Barber Shop Liquor Store Arcade Fitness Center and Gift Shop Movie Theater Bowling and Bingo
- All convention facilities are wheelchair accessible
SCHEDULEThe Convention Schedule is ever-
changing through the course of the year We allow this to ensure a logical schedule with relevant content The schedule will be posted to the website
AIRPORT AND TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
McCarran International Airport (LAS) is 10 minutes from the hotel There is a free airport shuttle for guests of the South Point Hotel and Casino A taxi from the hotel to the strip costs less than $2000
INTERNET KIOSKSWe will have two kiosks with print
capability available near the Registration Center for short term use during convention hours by our attendees at no charge
DRESS CODECasual attire is appropriate for all
Convention sessions and lunches The Saturday evening banquet is more formal and we recommend the appropriate dress attire for men and women
ONSITE REGISTRATIONOnsite registration will be on the 2nd
Floor at the Registration Center All attendees must visit Registration to sign the waiver and receive name badges and other convention materials Registration hours will be
Wednesday 500 pm ndash 900 pm Thursday 800am - 1130 am amp 100 - 700 pmFriday 800am ndash 1130 am amp 130 - 400 pm Saturday 800am ndash 1230 pm
QUESTIONS COMMENTSEmail ConventionsccacomCall 800-770-2055
8 December 2009
Solo
Checks payable to ldquoFinger Lakes Region SCCArdquoAt the door or mail to Finger Lakes Banquet 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
Number of Adults _____ x $15 = $_______
Number of Children ____ x $10 = $_______
Total enclosed $_______
Name(s)________________________________________________________________________________________
PLEASE RSVP by January 2 2010Brad Johnson 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
ph (585) 672 - 5271 e-mail activitiesdirectorflr-sccacom
Burgundy Basin InnBurgundy Basin Inn1361 Marsh Road Pittsford
ph (585) 248-2660 600-700 pm Registration Open bar Hors drsquooeuvres 700 pm Dinner amp Cash Bar Following dinner Presentation of awards and recognition
Beer and wine otherbeverages available for purchase
Directions to Burgundy Basin Inn 1 Leave 490 (East of Rochester) at exit 27Bushnellrsquos Basin 2 Turn right onto Route 96Pittsford Victor Rd 3 In 03 miles turn right onto Marsh Rd (This is the second right) Caution Single Lane Bridge 4 In 025 miles turn left into the BBI parking lot Also available at httpwwrfl r-sccacombbinhtml
Annual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquetand Membership Recognition
SaturdayJanuary 9 2010
92009 December
Finger Lakes RegionSolo Series
Season Championships SoloBrian BuchmanSolo Chair
Pos Class(Pax) Driver Marque Points
1 95 Mark Seelbinder 03 Honda S2000 1222 1 Brian Buchman Evo 56
1 787 Paul Smith 04 Mazda RX-8 137
1 7 Brad Johnson 93 Toyota MR2 1222 64 Bret Wallace 95 Mazda Miata 82
1 70 John Cass 08 Mini S 1502 21 Jason Offord 03 Mazda Mazdaspeed Protege 125
1 22 Jeff Weaver Honda civic si 1202 14 Greg Turner Focus 105
1 29 Andy Cocilova 2002 Corvette 140
1 5 Edwin Jeffries 90 Mazda Chick car 1352 33 Mike Toombs 88 Honda CRX 73
1 14 James Hoelscher 88 Chevrolet Camaro 1552 305 Chris Schiffner 79 Oldsmobile Cutlass 89
1 99 Paul Shaver MG 1502 68 Craig Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra 973 168 William Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra Replica 854 96 Julie Shaver MG 79
1 88 Todd Miller 93 VW Solo Vee 144
1 54 John Stephens Honda Civic EX 1602 10 Mike Smith 00 Subaru Impreza RS 130
1 97 Cory Kuhns 90 Honda CRX Si 1602 35 Brian Reeves Miata 1243 116 Marnie Soom 90 Honda CRX Si 1084 67 Dave Avery MGB 64
1 4 Wilson Cazer 08 VW GTI 1192 770 Paul Quinn 06 Mini Cooper S 79
1 26 Andy Blake 95 BMW M3 1302 23 Stephen Lawless 95 BMW M3 873 20 Jason Morse Supra 69
1 89 George Little Eclipse 152
1 21 Jake Bucknam 05 Kart Brava 44 Margay 1602 19 Christian OBrien Kart 843 96 Casey OBrien Kart 52
1 99 Karl Mapstone 92 Kart Red Kart 95
1 NCS 46 Doug Krasucki 07 Mazda MX5 Miata 612 NES 77 Athena Visel 93 Mazda Miata 603 NGS 25 H William Connors II Dodge Caliber SRT-4 58
1 22 Jack Thompson 98 Kart Coyote 140
1 RCS 91 George Modlin 09 Pontiac Solstice 1422 RHS 68 Shaun Hallam 06 Toyota Scion tC 84
Adult Kart
Road Tire (Pax)
A Stock
B Stock
E Stock
G Stock
H Stock
A Street Prepared
C Street Prepared
C Prepared
Street Modified
Junior Kart A
Junior Kart B
Novice (Pax)
Street Touring
Street Touring S
Street Touring X
Street Touring U
E Modified
F Modified
From the 2009 Finger Lakes Region Solo Supplemental RegulationsThe FLR Solo Championship SeriesA Competitor Eligibility - An entrant must compete in a
minimum of five (5) local FLR Solo Championship Series point events in the same class to be eligible for year-end trophies
C Point Calculation - Season points are awarded from your best eight (8) events Points from all OOR events may be used to count towards year end points At least five (5) local FLR events are required to qualify for year-end championship
10 December 2009
RallyTom and Deb LangdonRoad Rally Chairs
Driver Marque Class OA Cls Run 1 Run 2 Run 3 Run 4 Run 5 Run 6 Run 7 Run 8 Run 9 Run 10 Run 1126 Dave Potocki Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 1 1 1994 207 208+1 181 198 189 190 184 189 158 147 1438 Mark Wetzel Crazy Audi Rally-O4 2 1 2056 193 187 226+1 184 200 195 203 202 158 155 153
18 Saurabi Kohli Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 3 2 2098 196 202+1 186 199+1 212 212+1 212+1 210 152 163+1 15416 Dan Kaufman Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 4 3 2123 203 205+1 193 225+3 195 211+1 192 207 171+1 158 163+121 Garick Tischler Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 5 4 2143 223+1 203+1 198+1 223+4 212+3 185 226+4 185 158+1 159 171+324 Nathan Mino 08 STI Modified-O4 6 5 2155 218+2 199 210+2 219+1 189 188 200 205+2 168+1 178+1 181+146 Jim Perrin Douche Rocket Modified-O4 7 6 2155 195+1 189+1 193+1 232+5 194+1 184 183 226+4 189+2 172+2 198+582 Rick Leto Beretta Modified-O2 8 1 2192 197 225+1 198 209+1 192 204+1 200 194 212 171 190+25 Jesse Luce Douche Rocket Modified-O4 9 7 2335 201 210+2 219+3 216+3 220+1 229+2 210 218+1 207+1 215+1 190+3
48 Alex Ripstein BMW 535i Stock-O2 10 1 2540 232 223 235 300 235+1 240 280+1 243 179 193+1 180Time includes all penalties
RallyCross Results October 17 2009 Car
Place TotalTime
Run time plus cones
Rally Meeting NotesNovember 10 200996 Church Street Victor NY
Nine RoadRally and RallyCross enthusiasts were present
The rally group received a request from the 2010 Mini-Con chairs to provide a list of seminars and meetings Possible subjects include a Town Hall meeting safety steward training etc
The last RallyCross event of the season is scheduled for November 14 Jim Perrin will be chairing this event
The Winter Series training rally is scheduled for Sunday December 6 The rally format will be an abbreviated winter rally style starting with calculations included and transitioning to the traditional instructions Workers for five or six checkpoints and scoring are needed
The RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party will be on Saturday December 12 Information is available on the Web site and in TOP END Mugs and pitchers are possible season trophies
The Winter Series will consist of five events January 2 Alan Smith as Rallymaster January 23 Gary Thomas as tentative Rallymaster February 6
and February 20 Tom Langdon and Karl Haltiner as Rallymasters March 6 Rallymaster Curtis Braun with Ben Gilmore Tom and Karl need to decide which will do the February events The general instructions will be an update of those used last year Noise levels need to be reduced Curtis Braun will review the 2009 series data to determine start order for the 2010 events
Manettirsquos Restaurant in Canandaigua is closed Recent rally headquarters have been the Yard Of Ale in Piffard and Cheap Charliersquos in Bloomfield Other venues and their use need to be found The Winter Rally Series trophies will be dash plaques
Rallymasters are asked to provide an article reporting on their rally If no article is written a list of workers must be provided Results should be sent to the
Top End editor and to the Webmaster Jason Light will not be able to attend
all of the RallyCross events during the 2010 season He will handle some of the paperwork
RallyCross classing is being revised for next year The overunder split for naturally aspirated engines will be raised Stone needs to be added around the leach field and at a spot near the trees at Perryrsquos Park An entry level of around twenty seems optimum Tom Langdon will send the non-working clocks out for repair
Jason Light reported that the recent Glen Region RallyCross event went well The course was short smooth and well maintained There was a large turnout for this event
112009 December
How to Play the Rally Game 6
Or ldquoI Hope We Donrsquot Get Lost Again Rally 25rdquo
Sunday
December 6 2009
Schedule
Place
Entrant Information
12 December 2009
FINGER LAKES Region SCCA and COCRRoadRally and RallyCrossHoliday and Awards Party
Cheap Charlie‛s Restaurant8 Elm Street (Route 444) Bloomfield NY 14469Saturday December 12 2009Cocktails 600 pmDinner 700 pm
Cocktail Hour 600 pm - Cash bar
Prime Rib - 12 oz with baked potatoeChicken and Shrimp Scampi over LinguiniChicken or Veal Parmesan with Spaghetti
All dinner includeSalad Bread Vegetable Coffee and Dessert
Price per person - $2000RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 at (585) 359-4688 or asmith2357aolcom
Awards for 2009 Rallies 2009 RallyCross Seriesand a visit from Santa after dinner
Santa with a little help from a pair of glasses and Tom Langdon delivers gifts and comments
132009 December
The Long Way Home lsquo10January 2 2010
It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the southern tier with the Finger Lakes Regionrsquos 2010 Winter Rally Series The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved and some pavedroads in the New York Southern Tier
Entry fees are $35car for SCCA members $45car for guests There is a 35 car limit so pre-registration is recommended Series classes are Equipped LimitedStock and Novice
Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility) tow ropestrap and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete
StartFinish location Yard of Ale Canal House 3226 Genesee St Piffard NY
Schedule Registration 300 to 400 PMNovice school 330 PMDriverrsquos Meeting 410 PMFirst car starts 431 PM First car finishes about 1100 PM
Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questionsAlan Smith asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
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points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
Classified Ads
Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom for more info
of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
Commercial Ad Rates
To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
8 December 2009
Solo
Checks payable to ldquoFinger Lakes Region SCCArdquoAt the door or mail to Finger Lakes Banquet 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
Number of Adults _____ x $15 = $_______
Number of Children ____ x $10 = $_______
Total enclosed $_______
Name(s)________________________________________________________________________________________
PLEASE RSVP by January 2 2010Brad Johnson 261 Hartsville Lane Webster NY 14580
ph (585) 672 - 5271 e-mail activitiesdirectorflr-sccacom
Burgundy Basin InnBurgundy Basin Inn1361 Marsh Road Pittsford
ph (585) 248-2660 600-700 pm Registration Open bar Hors drsquooeuvres 700 pm Dinner amp Cash Bar Following dinner Presentation of awards and recognition
Beer and wine otherbeverages available for purchase
Directions to Burgundy Basin Inn 1 Leave 490 (East of Rochester) at exit 27Bushnellrsquos Basin 2 Turn right onto Route 96Pittsford Victor Rd 3 In 03 miles turn right onto Marsh Rd (This is the second right) Caution Single Lane Bridge 4 In 025 miles turn left into the BBI parking lot Also available at httpwwrfl r-sccacombbinhtml
Annual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquet2009 Annual AwardsAnnual Banquetand Membership Recognition
SaturdayJanuary 9 2010
92009 December
Finger Lakes RegionSolo Series
Season Championships SoloBrian BuchmanSolo Chair
Pos Class(Pax) Driver Marque Points
1 95 Mark Seelbinder 03 Honda S2000 1222 1 Brian Buchman Evo 56
1 787 Paul Smith 04 Mazda RX-8 137
1 7 Brad Johnson 93 Toyota MR2 1222 64 Bret Wallace 95 Mazda Miata 82
1 70 John Cass 08 Mini S 1502 21 Jason Offord 03 Mazda Mazdaspeed Protege 125
1 22 Jeff Weaver Honda civic si 1202 14 Greg Turner Focus 105
1 29 Andy Cocilova 2002 Corvette 140
1 5 Edwin Jeffries 90 Mazda Chick car 1352 33 Mike Toombs 88 Honda CRX 73
1 14 James Hoelscher 88 Chevrolet Camaro 1552 305 Chris Schiffner 79 Oldsmobile Cutlass 89
1 99 Paul Shaver MG 1502 68 Craig Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra 973 168 William Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra Replica 854 96 Julie Shaver MG 79
1 88 Todd Miller 93 VW Solo Vee 144
1 54 John Stephens Honda Civic EX 1602 10 Mike Smith 00 Subaru Impreza RS 130
1 97 Cory Kuhns 90 Honda CRX Si 1602 35 Brian Reeves Miata 1243 116 Marnie Soom 90 Honda CRX Si 1084 67 Dave Avery MGB 64
1 4 Wilson Cazer 08 VW GTI 1192 770 Paul Quinn 06 Mini Cooper S 79
1 26 Andy Blake 95 BMW M3 1302 23 Stephen Lawless 95 BMW M3 873 20 Jason Morse Supra 69
1 89 George Little Eclipse 152
1 21 Jake Bucknam 05 Kart Brava 44 Margay 1602 19 Christian OBrien Kart 843 96 Casey OBrien Kart 52
1 99 Karl Mapstone 92 Kart Red Kart 95
1 NCS 46 Doug Krasucki 07 Mazda MX5 Miata 612 NES 77 Athena Visel 93 Mazda Miata 603 NGS 25 H William Connors II Dodge Caliber SRT-4 58
1 22 Jack Thompson 98 Kart Coyote 140
1 RCS 91 George Modlin 09 Pontiac Solstice 1422 RHS 68 Shaun Hallam 06 Toyota Scion tC 84
Adult Kart
Road Tire (Pax)
A Stock
B Stock
E Stock
G Stock
H Stock
A Street Prepared
C Street Prepared
C Prepared
Street Modified
Junior Kart A
Junior Kart B
Novice (Pax)
Street Touring
Street Touring S
Street Touring X
Street Touring U
E Modified
F Modified
From the 2009 Finger Lakes Region Solo Supplemental RegulationsThe FLR Solo Championship SeriesA Competitor Eligibility - An entrant must compete in a
minimum of five (5) local FLR Solo Championship Series point events in the same class to be eligible for year-end trophies
C Point Calculation - Season points are awarded from your best eight (8) events Points from all OOR events may be used to count towards year end points At least five (5) local FLR events are required to qualify for year-end championship
10 December 2009
RallyTom and Deb LangdonRoad Rally Chairs
Driver Marque Class OA Cls Run 1 Run 2 Run 3 Run 4 Run 5 Run 6 Run 7 Run 8 Run 9 Run 10 Run 1126 Dave Potocki Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 1 1 1994 207 208+1 181 198 189 190 184 189 158 147 1438 Mark Wetzel Crazy Audi Rally-O4 2 1 2056 193 187 226+1 184 200 195 203 202 158 155 153
18 Saurabi Kohli Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 3 2 2098 196 202+1 186 199+1 212 212+1 212+1 210 152 163+1 15416 Dan Kaufman Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 4 3 2123 203 205+1 193 225+3 195 211+1 192 207 171+1 158 163+121 Garick Tischler Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 5 4 2143 223+1 203+1 198+1 223+4 212+3 185 226+4 185 158+1 159 171+324 Nathan Mino 08 STI Modified-O4 6 5 2155 218+2 199 210+2 219+1 189 188 200 205+2 168+1 178+1 181+146 Jim Perrin Douche Rocket Modified-O4 7 6 2155 195+1 189+1 193+1 232+5 194+1 184 183 226+4 189+2 172+2 198+582 Rick Leto Beretta Modified-O2 8 1 2192 197 225+1 198 209+1 192 204+1 200 194 212 171 190+25 Jesse Luce Douche Rocket Modified-O4 9 7 2335 201 210+2 219+3 216+3 220+1 229+2 210 218+1 207+1 215+1 190+3
48 Alex Ripstein BMW 535i Stock-O2 10 1 2540 232 223 235 300 235+1 240 280+1 243 179 193+1 180Time includes all penalties
RallyCross Results October 17 2009 Car
Place TotalTime
Run time plus cones
Rally Meeting NotesNovember 10 200996 Church Street Victor NY
Nine RoadRally and RallyCross enthusiasts were present
The rally group received a request from the 2010 Mini-Con chairs to provide a list of seminars and meetings Possible subjects include a Town Hall meeting safety steward training etc
The last RallyCross event of the season is scheduled for November 14 Jim Perrin will be chairing this event
The Winter Series training rally is scheduled for Sunday December 6 The rally format will be an abbreviated winter rally style starting with calculations included and transitioning to the traditional instructions Workers for five or six checkpoints and scoring are needed
The RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party will be on Saturday December 12 Information is available on the Web site and in TOP END Mugs and pitchers are possible season trophies
The Winter Series will consist of five events January 2 Alan Smith as Rallymaster January 23 Gary Thomas as tentative Rallymaster February 6
and February 20 Tom Langdon and Karl Haltiner as Rallymasters March 6 Rallymaster Curtis Braun with Ben Gilmore Tom and Karl need to decide which will do the February events The general instructions will be an update of those used last year Noise levels need to be reduced Curtis Braun will review the 2009 series data to determine start order for the 2010 events
Manettirsquos Restaurant in Canandaigua is closed Recent rally headquarters have been the Yard Of Ale in Piffard and Cheap Charliersquos in Bloomfield Other venues and their use need to be found The Winter Rally Series trophies will be dash plaques
Rallymasters are asked to provide an article reporting on their rally If no article is written a list of workers must be provided Results should be sent to the
Top End editor and to the Webmaster Jason Light will not be able to attend
all of the RallyCross events during the 2010 season He will handle some of the paperwork
RallyCross classing is being revised for next year The overunder split for naturally aspirated engines will be raised Stone needs to be added around the leach field and at a spot near the trees at Perryrsquos Park An entry level of around twenty seems optimum Tom Langdon will send the non-working clocks out for repair
Jason Light reported that the recent Glen Region RallyCross event went well The course was short smooth and well maintained There was a large turnout for this event
112009 December
How to Play the Rally Game 6
Or ldquoI Hope We Donrsquot Get Lost Again Rally 25rdquo
Sunday
December 6 2009
Schedule
Place
Entrant Information
12 December 2009
FINGER LAKES Region SCCA and COCRRoadRally and RallyCrossHoliday and Awards Party
Cheap Charlie‛s Restaurant8 Elm Street (Route 444) Bloomfield NY 14469Saturday December 12 2009Cocktails 600 pmDinner 700 pm
Cocktail Hour 600 pm - Cash bar
Prime Rib - 12 oz with baked potatoeChicken and Shrimp Scampi over LinguiniChicken or Veal Parmesan with Spaghetti
All dinner includeSalad Bread Vegetable Coffee and Dessert
Price per person - $2000RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 at (585) 359-4688 or asmith2357aolcom
Awards for 2009 Rallies 2009 RallyCross Seriesand a visit from Santa after dinner
Santa with a little help from a pair of glasses and Tom Langdon delivers gifts and comments
132009 December
The Long Way Home lsquo10January 2 2010
It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the southern tier with the Finger Lakes Regionrsquos 2010 Winter Rally Series The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved and some pavedroads in the New York Southern Tier
Entry fees are $35car for SCCA members $45car for guests There is a 35 car limit so pre-registration is recommended Series classes are Equipped LimitedStock and Novice
Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility) tow ropestrap and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete
StartFinish location Yard of Ale Canal House 3226 Genesee St Piffard NY
Schedule Registration 300 to 400 PMNovice school 330 PMDriverrsquos Meeting 410 PMFirst car starts 431 PM First car finishes about 1100 PM
Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questionsAlan Smith asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
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points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
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To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
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Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
92009 December
Finger Lakes RegionSolo Series
Season Championships SoloBrian BuchmanSolo Chair
Pos Class(Pax) Driver Marque Points
1 95 Mark Seelbinder 03 Honda S2000 1222 1 Brian Buchman Evo 56
1 787 Paul Smith 04 Mazda RX-8 137
1 7 Brad Johnson 93 Toyota MR2 1222 64 Bret Wallace 95 Mazda Miata 82
1 70 John Cass 08 Mini S 1502 21 Jason Offord 03 Mazda Mazdaspeed Protege 125
1 22 Jeff Weaver Honda civic si 1202 14 Greg Turner Focus 105
1 29 Andy Cocilova 2002 Corvette 140
1 5 Edwin Jeffries 90 Mazda Chick car 1352 33 Mike Toombs 88 Honda CRX 73
1 14 James Hoelscher 88 Chevrolet Camaro 1552 305 Chris Schiffner 79 Oldsmobile Cutlass 89
1 99 Paul Shaver MG 1502 68 Craig Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra 973 168 William Mapstone Ford VPM Cobra Replica 854 96 Julie Shaver MG 79
1 88 Todd Miller 93 VW Solo Vee 144
1 54 John Stephens Honda Civic EX 1602 10 Mike Smith 00 Subaru Impreza RS 130
1 97 Cory Kuhns 90 Honda CRX Si 1602 35 Brian Reeves Miata 1243 116 Marnie Soom 90 Honda CRX Si 1084 67 Dave Avery MGB 64
1 4 Wilson Cazer 08 VW GTI 1192 770 Paul Quinn 06 Mini Cooper S 79
1 26 Andy Blake 95 BMW M3 1302 23 Stephen Lawless 95 BMW M3 873 20 Jason Morse Supra 69
1 89 George Little Eclipse 152
1 21 Jake Bucknam 05 Kart Brava 44 Margay 1602 19 Christian OBrien Kart 843 96 Casey OBrien Kart 52
1 99 Karl Mapstone 92 Kart Red Kart 95
1 NCS 46 Doug Krasucki 07 Mazda MX5 Miata 612 NES 77 Athena Visel 93 Mazda Miata 603 NGS 25 H William Connors II Dodge Caliber SRT-4 58
1 22 Jack Thompson 98 Kart Coyote 140
1 RCS 91 George Modlin 09 Pontiac Solstice 1422 RHS 68 Shaun Hallam 06 Toyota Scion tC 84
Adult Kart
Road Tire (Pax)
A Stock
B Stock
E Stock
G Stock
H Stock
A Street Prepared
C Street Prepared
C Prepared
Street Modified
Junior Kart A
Junior Kart B
Novice (Pax)
Street Touring
Street Touring S
Street Touring X
Street Touring U
E Modified
F Modified
From the 2009 Finger Lakes Region Solo Supplemental RegulationsThe FLR Solo Championship SeriesA Competitor Eligibility - An entrant must compete in a
minimum of five (5) local FLR Solo Championship Series point events in the same class to be eligible for year-end trophies
C Point Calculation - Season points are awarded from your best eight (8) events Points from all OOR events may be used to count towards year end points At least five (5) local FLR events are required to qualify for year-end championship
10 December 2009
RallyTom and Deb LangdonRoad Rally Chairs
Driver Marque Class OA Cls Run 1 Run 2 Run 3 Run 4 Run 5 Run 6 Run 7 Run 8 Run 9 Run 10 Run 1126 Dave Potocki Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 1 1 1994 207 208+1 181 198 189 190 184 189 158 147 1438 Mark Wetzel Crazy Audi Rally-O4 2 1 2056 193 187 226+1 184 200 195 203 202 158 155 153
18 Saurabi Kohli Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 3 2 2098 196 202+1 186 199+1 212 212+1 212+1 210 152 163+1 15416 Dan Kaufman Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 4 3 2123 203 205+1 193 225+3 195 211+1 192 207 171+1 158 163+121 Garick Tischler Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 5 4 2143 223+1 203+1 198+1 223+4 212+3 185 226+4 185 158+1 159 171+324 Nathan Mino 08 STI Modified-O4 6 5 2155 218+2 199 210+2 219+1 189 188 200 205+2 168+1 178+1 181+146 Jim Perrin Douche Rocket Modified-O4 7 6 2155 195+1 189+1 193+1 232+5 194+1 184 183 226+4 189+2 172+2 198+582 Rick Leto Beretta Modified-O2 8 1 2192 197 225+1 198 209+1 192 204+1 200 194 212 171 190+25 Jesse Luce Douche Rocket Modified-O4 9 7 2335 201 210+2 219+3 216+3 220+1 229+2 210 218+1 207+1 215+1 190+3
48 Alex Ripstein BMW 535i Stock-O2 10 1 2540 232 223 235 300 235+1 240 280+1 243 179 193+1 180Time includes all penalties
RallyCross Results October 17 2009 Car
Place TotalTime
Run time plus cones
Rally Meeting NotesNovember 10 200996 Church Street Victor NY
Nine RoadRally and RallyCross enthusiasts were present
The rally group received a request from the 2010 Mini-Con chairs to provide a list of seminars and meetings Possible subjects include a Town Hall meeting safety steward training etc
The last RallyCross event of the season is scheduled for November 14 Jim Perrin will be chairing this event
The Winter Series training rally is scheduled for Sunday December 6 The rally format will be an abbreviated winter rally style starting with calculations included and transitioning to the traditional instructions Workers for five or six checkpoints and scoring are needed
The RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party will be on Saturday December 12 Information is available on the Web site and in TOP END Mugs and pitchers are possible season trophies
The Winter Series will consist of five events January 2 Alan Smith as Rallymaster January 23 Gary Thomas as tentative Rallymaster February 6
and February 20 Tom Langdon and Karl Haltiner as Rallymasters March 6 Rallymaster Curtis Braun with Ben Gilmore Tom and Karl need to decide which will do the February events The general instructions will be an update of those used last year Noise levels need to be reduced Curtis Braun will review the 2009 series data to determine start order for the 2010 events
Manettirsquos Restaurant in Canandaigua is closed Recent rally headquarters have been the Yard Of Ale in Piffard and Cheap Charliersquos in Bloomfield Other venues and their use need to be found The Winter Rally Series trophies will be dash plaques
Rallymasters are asked to provide an article reporting on their rally If no article is written a list of workers must be provided Results should be sent to the
Top End editor and to the Webmaster Jason Light will not be able to attend
all of the RallyCross events during the 2010 season He will handle some of the paperwork
RallyCross classing is being revised for next year The overunder split for naturally aspirated engines will be raised Stone needs to be added around the leach field and at a spot near the trees at Perryrsquos Park An entry level of around twenty seems optimum Tom Langdon will send the non-working clocks out for repair
Jason Light reported that the recent Glen Region RallyCross event went well The course was short smooth and well maintained There was a large turnout for this event
112009 December
How to Play the Rally Game 6
Or ldquoI Hope We Donrsquot Get Lost Again Rally 25rdquo
Sunday
December 6 2009
Schedule
Place
Entrant Information
12 December 2009
FINGER LAKES Region SCCA and COCRRoadRally and RallyCrossHoliday and Awards Party
Cheap Charlie‛s Restaurant8 Elm Street (Route 444) Bloomfield NY 14469Saturday December 12 2009Cocktails 600 pmDinner 700 pm
Cocktail Hour 600 pm - Cash bar
Prime Rib - 12 oz with baked potatoeChicken and Shrimp Scampi over LinguiniChicken or Veal Parmesan with Spaghetti
All dinner includeSalad Bread Vegetable Coffee and Dessert
Price per person - $2000RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 at (585) 359-4688 or asmith2357aolcom
Awards for 2009 Rallies 2009 RallyCross Seriesand a visit from Santa after dinner
Santa with a little help from a pair of glasses and Tom Langdon delivers gifts and comments
132009 December
The Long Way Home lsquo10January 2 2010
It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the southern tier with the Finger Lakes Regionrsquos 2010 Winter Rally Series The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved and some pavedroads in the New York Southern Tier
Entry fees are $35car for SCCA members $45car for guests There is a 35 car limit so pre-registration is recommended Series classes are Equipped LimitedStock and Novice
Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility) tow ropestrap and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete
StartFinish location Yard of Ale Canal House 3226 Genesee St Piffard NY
Schedule Registration 300 to 400 PMNovice school 330 PMDriverrsquos Meeting 410 PMFirst car starts 431 PM First car finishes about 1100 PM
Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questionsAlan Smith asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
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points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
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Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom for more info
of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
Commercial Ad Rates
To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
10 December 2009
RallyTom and Deb LangdonRoad Rally Chairs
Driver Marque Class OA Cls Run 1 Run 2 Run 3 Run 4 Run 5 Run 6 Run 7 Run 8 Run 9 Run 10 Run 1126 Dave Potocki Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 1 1 1994 207 208+1 181 198 189 190 184 189 158 147 1438 Mark Wetzel Crazy Audi Rally-O4 2 1 2056 193 187 226+1 184 200 195 203 202 158 155 153
18 Saurabi Kohli Red Impreza 22L Modified-O4 3 2 2098 196 202+1 186 199+1 212 212+1 212+1 210 152 163+1 15416 Dan Kaufman Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 4 3 2123 203 205+1 193 225+3 195 211+1 192 207 171+1 158 163+121 Garick Tischler Wagon of Doom Modified-O4 5 4 2143 223+1 203+1 198+1 223+4 212+3 185 226+4 185 158+1 159 171+324 Nathan Mino 08 STI Modified-O4 6 5 2155 218+2 199 210+2 219+1 189 188 200 205+2 168+1 178+1 181+146 Jim Perrin Douche Rocket Modified-O4 7 6 2155 195+1 189+1 193+1 232+5 194+1 184 183 226+4 189+2 172+2 198+582 Rick Leto Beretta Modified-O2 8 1 2192 197 225+1 198 209+1 192 204+1 200 194 212 171 190+25 Jesse Luce Douche Rocket Modified-O4 9 7 2335 201 210+2 219+3 216+3 220+1 229+2 210 218+1 207+1 215+1 190+3
48 Alex Ripstein BMW 535i Stock-O2 10 1 2540 232 223 235 300 235+1 240 280+1 243 179 193+1 180Time includes all penalties
RallyCross Results October 17 2009 Car
Place TotalTime
Run time plus cones
Rally Meeting NotesNovember 10 200996 Church Street Victor NY
Nine RoadRally and RallyCross enthusiasts were present
The rally group received a request from the 2010 Mini-Con chairs to provide a list of seminars and meetings Possible subjects include a Town Hall meeting safety steward training etc
The last RallyCross event of the season is scheduled for November 14 Jim Perrin will be chairing this event
The Winter Series training rally is scheduled for Sunday December 6 The rally format will be an abbreviated winter rally style starting with calculations included and transitioning to the traditional instructions Workers for five or six checkpoints and scoring are needed
The RoadRally and RallyCross Holiday and Awards Party will be on Saturday December 12 Information is available on the Web site and in TOP END Mugs and pitchers are possible season trophies
The Winter Series will consist of five events January 2 Alan Smith as Rallymaster January 23 Gary Thomas as tentative Rallymaster February 6
and February 20 Tom Langdon and Karl Haltiner as Rallymasters March 6 Rallymaster Curtis Braun with Ben Gilmore Tom and Karl need to decide which will do the February events The general instructions will be an update of those used last year Noise levels need to be reduced Curtis Braun will review the 2009 series data to determine start order for the 2010 events
Manettirsquos Restaurant in Canandaigua is closed Recent rally headquarters have been the Yard Of Ale in Piffard and Cheap Charliersquos in Bloomfield Other venues and their use need to be found The Winter Rally Series trophies will be dash plaques
Rallymasters are asked to provide an article reporting on their rally If no article is written a list of workers must be provided Results should be sent to the
Top End editor and to the Webmaster Jason Light will not be able to attend
all of the RallyCross events during the 2010 season He will handle some of the paperwork
RallyCross classing is being revised for next year The overunder split for naturally aspirated engines will be raised Stone needs to be added around the leach field and at a spot near the trees at Perryrsquos Park An entry level of around twenty seems optimum Tom Langdon will send the non-working clocks out for repair
Jason Light reported that the recent Glen Region RallyCross event went well The course was short smooth and well maintained There was a large turnout for this event
112009 December
How to Play the Rally Game 6
Or ldquoI Hope We Donrsquot Get Lost Again Rally 25rdquo
Sunday
December 6 2009
Schedule
Place
Entrant Information
12 December 2009
FINGER LAKES Region SCCA and COCRRoadRally and RallyCrossHoliday and Awards Party
Cheap Charlie‛s Restaurant8 Elm Street (Route 444) Bloomfield NY 14469Saturday December 12 2009Cocktails 600 pmDinner 700 pm
Cocktail Hour 600 pm - Cash bar
Prime Rib - 12 oz with baked potatoeChicken and Shrimp Scampi over LinguiniChicken or Veal Parmesan with Spaghetti
All dinner includeSalad Bread Vegetable Coffee and Dessert
Price per person - $2000RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 at (585) 359-4688 or asmith2357aolcom
Awards for 2009 Rallies 2009 RallyCross Seriesand a visit from Santa after dinner
Santa with a little help from a pair of glasses and Tom Langdon delivers gifts and comments
132009 December
The Long Way Home lsquo10January 2 2010
It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the southern tier with the Finger Lakes Regionrsquos 2010 Winter Rally Series The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved and some pavedroads in the New York Southern Tier
Entry fees are $35car for SCCA members $45car for guests There is a 35 car limit so pre-registration is recommended Series classes are Equipped LimitedStock and Novice
Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility) tow ropestrap and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete
StartFinish location Yard of Ale Canal House 3226 Genesee St Piffard NY
Schedule Registration 300 to 400 PMNovice school 330 PMDriverrsquos Meeting 410 PMFirst car starts 431 PM First car finishes about 1100 PM
Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questionsAlan Smith asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
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16 December 2009
points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
Classified Ads
Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom for more info
of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
Commercial Ad Rates
To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE
PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
112009 December
How to Play the Rally Game 6
Or ldquoI Hope We Donrsquot Get Lost Again Rally 25rdquo
Sunday
December 6 2009
Schedule
Place
Entrant Information
12 December 2009
FINGER LAKES Region SCCA and COCRRoadRally and RallyCrossHoliday and Awards Party
Cheap Charlie‛s Restaurant8 Elm Street (Route 444) Bloomfield NY 14469Saturday December 12 2009Cocktails 600 pmDinner 700 pm
Cocktail Hour 600 pm - Cash bar
Prime Rib - 12 oz with baked potatoeChicken and Shrimp Scampi over LinguiniChicken or Veal Parmesan with Spaghetti
All dinner includeSalad Bread Vegetable Coffee and Dessert
Price per person - $2000RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 at (585) 359-4688 or asmith2357aolcom
Awards for 2009 Rallies 2009 RallyCross Seriesand a visit from Santa after dinner
Santa with a little help from a pair of glasses and Tom Langdon delivers gifts and comments
132009 December
The Long Way Home lsquo10January 2 2010
It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the southern tier with the Finger Lakes Regionrsquos 2010 Winter Rally Series The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved and some pavedroads in the New York Southern Tier
Entry fees are $35car for SCCA members $45car for guests There is a 35 car limit so pre-registration is recommended Series classes are Equipped LimitedStock and Novice
Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility) tow ropestrap and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete
StartFinish location Yard of Ale Canal House 3226 Genesee St Piffard NY
Schedule Registration 300 to 400 PMNovice school 330 PMDriverrsquos Meeting 410 PMFirst car starts 431 PM First car finishes about 1100 PM
Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questionsAlan Smith asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
Providing the racing community with
insurance and disability income
for over 40 years
wwwGorslinecom
16 December 2009
points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
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of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
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Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
12 December 2009
FINGER LAKES Region SCCA and COCRRoadRally and RallyCrossHoliday and Awards Party
Cheap Charlie‛s Restaurant8 Elm Street (Route 444) Bloomfield NY 14469Saturday December 12 2009Cocktails 600 pmDinner 700 pm
Cocktail Hour 600 pm - Cash bar
Prime Rib - 12 oz with baked potatoeChicken and Shrimp Scampi over LinguiniChicken or Veal Parmesan with Spaghetti
All dinner includeSalad Bread Vegetable Coffee and Dessert
Price per person - $2000RSVP to Alan Smith by December 6 at (585) 359-4688 or asmith2357aolcom
Awards for 2009 Rallies 2009 RallyCross Seriesand a visit from Santa after dinner
Santa with a little help from a pair of glasses and Tom Langdon delivers gifts and comments
132009 December
The Long Way Home lsquo10January 2 2010
It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the southern tier with the Finger Lakes Regionrsquos 2010 Winter Rally Series The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved and some pavedroads in the New York Southern Tier
Entry fees are $35car for SCCA members $45car for guests There is a 35 car limit so pre-registration is recommended Series classes are Equipped LimitedStock and Novice
Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility) tow ropestrap and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete
StartFinish location Yard of Ale Canal House 3226 Genesee St Piffard NY
Schedule Registration 300 to 400 PMNovice school 330 PMDriverrsquos Meeting 410 PMFirst car starts 431 PM First car finishes about 1100 PM
Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questionsAlan Smith asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
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points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
Classified Ads
Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom for more info
of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
Commercial Ad Rates
To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
132009 December
The Long Way Home lsquo10January 2 2010
It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the southern tier with the Finger Lakes Regionrsquos 2010 Winter Rally Series The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved and some pavedroads in the New York Southern Tier
Entry fees are $35car for SCCA members $45car for guests There is a 35 car limit so pre-registration is recommended Series classes are Equipped LimitedStock and Novice
Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility) tow ropestrap and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete
StartFinish location Yard of Ale Canal House 3226 Genesee St Piffard NY
Schedule Registration 300 to 400 PMNovice school 330 PMDriverrsquos Meeting 410 PMFirst car starts 431 PM First car finishes about 1100 PM
Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questionsAlan Smith asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
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16 December 2009
points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
Classified Ads
Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom for more info
of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
Commercial Ad Rates
To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
14 December 2009
Targa 2009 (A Lesson in Racerrsquos Luck)Mark LaitenbergerNavigator Car 811
2009 was the third year I had a chance to compete in Targa Newfoundland and as we all know half of the trophy is the stories you bring home Sometimes that is the only trophy but those are usually the better stories
For those who are unfamiliar with this event let me explain what Targa is and how it works Targa Newfoundland is a six-day event with one day of qualifying and five days of competitive auto racing The first day ldquoProloguerdquo
consists two stages whose times are used to assign the start order for the rally on Monday morning Unlike Pro Rally in Targa they start the slowest car first and the fastest cars last This keeps the group together and provides an opportunitymdashor challengemdashto pass cars on the longer stages Every night they assign a new start order for the next morning based on the current times Every car is assigned a class based on its age and then further categorized into Stock or Modified as well as Small or Large based on the engine size
This year I navigated for Afshin Montazeri in a Nissan Pulsar AWD Afshin ran this same car last year and had an issue on the last stage of the last day but with a new coat of paint and some other parts it was ready to run again This car was never sold new in North America and had to be brought in from Japan as a right-hand drive This was changed to a left-hand drive (probably when the
roll cage was put in) but the original instrument cluster was still on my side as well as a Terratrip rally computer A new set of gauges (speed tach) was mounted for Afshin as well as some we could both keep an eye on to make sure the car was happy
Sunday had two short stages early in the day and a Special Stage later The first stage was an open flowing stage with a short sprint through a small town We ran this stage twice before moving on to the Special Stage New to Targa this year was a 2frac12- to 3-mile stage around a government facility on one of the major streets in the area This included a run down a four-lane divided main street and a race up into the front parking lot followed by two back-to-back hairpin turns to bring us back onto the main street A few more turns brought us into the finish This would be similar to the spectator stage at the fairgrounds for STPR if it were paved and run twice
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
Providing the racing community with
insurance and disability income
for over 40 years
wwwGorslinecom
16 December 2009
points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
Classified Ads
Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom for more info
of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
Commercial Ad Rates
To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
152009 December
including the jump Frank Sprongl thought the jump was a good place to pass another competitor Irsquom sure it looked great to the very large group of spectators on the lawn We were supposed to run this stage twice for times then could take as many runs as we wanted for practice Our extra runs were cut short by a blown radiator hose and with service in the same parking lot as the start line this seemed the best place to have it fail
Monday brought some rain in the morning which moved on by the second stage allowing the roads to dry out Just before the morning break on the second stage we caught the car that had started in front of us about two-thirds into the stage They had missed a turn due to the still wet roads and were having a bit of trouble getting back into the groove Unfortunately they slowed down and we were unable to pass (narrow roads) until we were in sight of the finish line I didnrsquot even see the timing line as we rocketed past it and manage to make our time Racerrsquos Luck We ended the day with a total of 5 points (seconds late) for the day good enough to put us in a tie for 16th place overall and first in Group 8 With the next Group 8 car only 11 points behind us this was going to be a tough week
Tuesday brought a cold start to the day but without the rain this seemed like a good sign The first three stages were pretty shortmdash28 km 78 km and 78 kmmdashand were very fast with few major turns and a smooth surface to keep the car on the road This led into my favorite stage of the day if not the entire week The Port Leamington stage is 285 km long with some instructions 3ndash4 km apart That is not to say that it is a straight run If they put every turn into the route book this stage would take about half the book
Because of quite a few elevation changes a lot of the turns can be seen with enough distance to slow down if you need to The 27 or so turns in the book are usually a ldquoCrest into helliprdquo so you donrsquot see it coming There are a few stretches to pick up some time but not enough to allow you to relax The stage ends in the town of Leading Tickles one of the most scenic areas you can imagine
The run back out had to be transited due to a breakdown in the radio communications between the start and finish Driving at the posted speed limit took about three times longer than racing in We managed to finish the day with only 48 points (seconds) in penalties for the day 30 on the last stage in the town of Gander on a 69 km stage with most turns 020 km apart and only one straight section of 050 km This is a stage that you find yourself constantly setting up for the next turn while you are still trying to get the car under control from the previous corner It ends in the parking lot of the arena that we will be in that night and the following night
Because the stage runs down the street next to the arena
Afshin and I were able to park the car and run through a neighborrsquos yard to watch the last five or six cars run that section The driveway we were standing in was about the braking point for us to make the next turn but seeing the faster cars of Steve Millen running an additional 1ndash1frac12 houses into the turn and Frank Sprongl shifting into 4th gear in front of us and locking up all four wheels as he slid his Audi Quattro A2 around the corner made me realize we still have a lot to learn Glen ClarkAndy Proudfoot in car 510 were the only competitors to finish the day with a perfect 0 putting them in first overall We found ourselves in 15th overall and still first in Group 8 but the next closest Group 8 car had picked up a point on us cutting our lead to 10 points
Wednesday brought us another cold morning and a series of shorter stages the first three being fast with few major turns The average speeds for these are higher causing the few tough turns to be harder to maintain speed The third stage caught us and everyone else (including GlennAndy) with some points As the day warmed up the stages became a bit faster and we picked up more points The last couple of stages had to be cut short due to construction and we picked up a few more points We finished the day with 101 more points for a total of 154 By then both the other cars in Group 8 had had some sort of problem one had blown an engine on the Gander stage Tuesday and the other had an issue on one of the shortened stages on Wednesday and picked up 189
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points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
Classified Ads
Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom for more info
of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
Commercial Ad Rates
To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
16 December 2009
points while getting their car back onto the course Racerrsquos Luck
On the way back to the arena we noticed a smell of burning oil in the car for about a second every 10 km or so When we looked at the car that night we decided it was a gasket that had come loose An easy fix and we were pretty much done for the night
Enroute to the first stage on Thursday we noticed the puff of burned oil again so we stopped at the first gas stationrestaurantgrocery store to take a look The pressure relief valve was spitting out a drop of oil onto the hot engine block every so often Chris our service crew just happened to drive by and cut a piece of hose so it would drip into a coffee can (I got from the restaurant) that we put in a safe location in the engine bay
The first two stages were a turnaround stage 173 km each direction and the coffee can was working fine After breakfast in Harbour Mille and a short 2-km run the car started to act up a little just some extra smoke when Afshin let off the gas to shift By the time we arrived at Marystown South (stage 4) there was a constant stream of smoke pouring out the exhaust pipe It seemed that perhaps the rings had gone bad or a valve seal was leaking We planned to take this and the next stage easy and look more closely at the problem during the lunch break But about halfway through
stage 4 we realized we needed to look under the hood after the finish
As we crossed the finish line I could see in the mirror the cloud of smoke (no oil) that we had left in our wake At this point the oil temperature gauge had come full circle and was stuck on the 0 mark The dipstick turned out to be dry and we ended up flat towing the car back to the service area Fortunately that nightrsquos stay was also in Marystown and we were scheduled to run the stage again This gave us about five hours to solve the problem and return to the event missing only three or four stages The long story made short is we burned a hole in a piston and every time the engine cycled it drew oil out of the sump added race gas and ignited We tried a bunch of ideas and with the exception of the smoke and a loss of power we decided that disconnecting the fuel injector for that piston would get us through a couple of stages on Friday
Friday brought us torrential rain After crunching the numbers we determined that we needed to finish two stages to get our Targa medal You have to finish 75 of the stages to receive a Targa (Finishers) medal We selected the two shortest stages for the day and decided to trailer the car there The stages were a short 2 km run through the town of Brigus once before lunch and once after We also offered to help out as Marshals
for some of the earlier and later stages this way we could also watch some of the stages
Because of the rain the first run of Brigus and another stage had to be canceled and when we got the car out of the trailer to make the second run we discovered a new problem Somehow when we were getting the car on to the trailer that morning the engine decided it had had enough and seized We had thought that there was a problem with the battery because it quietly died so we had pushed it into the enclosed trailer and put the charger on the battery In the pouring rain we discovered the truth Racerrsquos Luck
After talking to the chief of scoring and looking at our numbers again we did make our 75 with the two stages dropped and rounding We trailered the car to the finish line at The Keg in St Johnrsquos to push the car across the finish line and receive our medals Racerrsquos LuckmdashIrsquom not sure if it was good to us or bad We could have damaged the engine a couple of stages sooner and not made our 75 or it could have waited until after we finished Friday Good luck or bad luck Irsquom not sure what to call it but Irsquove seen it Racerrsquos Luck
More information about the Targa Newfoundland can be found at httpwwwtarganewfoundlandcom
172009 December
Classified Ads
Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom for more info
of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
Commercial Ad Rates
To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
TOP
EN
DFI
NG
ER L
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EGIO
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CC
A IN
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sure
r75
3 K
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Rd
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PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE
PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
172009 December
Classified Ads
Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom for more info
of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 frac12 Page 275 150 80 40 frac14 Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10
Commercial Ad Rates
To place a Classified Ad Contact the editor at cfdresiecscom Ads will run for three issues or longer if space allows Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Regions Web site in the Forum section (Classified Ads) at httpwwwflr-sccacomphpBB3viewforumphpf=13
Classified Ads are free to members $500 per issue for non-members
Free Classified Ads for FLR Members
For Sale Buick Gran Sport 1986 only 1029 made V6 with Bosch fuel injection Body restored plus many new mechanical parts interior excellent Not a ldquowinter beaterrdquo Reduced to $6000 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Triumph Spitfire 1974 Stored winters no rust under 52000 miles 4 cylinder Recent clutch cylinder fuel pump carb rebuild New tonneau cover NYS inspected in June $3500 Contact Gene Dinkel (585) 383-0363 (1209)
For Sale Twin Hitachi SU carbs with manifold for early Datsun 510s includes new choke cable $175 Contact garygeorgethomasgmailcom (1009)
For Sale Mazda RX7 81 GS good body posi rear 81K $1850 3 first gen chassis 2-12A 1-13B 12A wreck - make offer Datsun 240Z 2+2 transaxle $200 Porsche 914 73 2L - engine $550 transaxle (side shifter) $450 original 15 x 55 Fuchs alloys $300 315-986-3481 or jdeseynrochesterrrcom (709)
For Sale 4 polished Aluminum Wheels very good condition 13rdquo x 55rdquo previously used for FF 4-hole pattern 0rdquo offset Pilot hole 275rdquo hub thickness 78rdquo Stud hole Diameter 1116rdquo 1 pair w 375rdquo Stud circle Diameter 1 pair w 4rdquo Stud circle Diameter there is plenty of material in the hub to allow re-drilling Make offer call Mac at 585-225-7992 or e-mail at macbt21hotmailcom (609)
Wanted Donate your excess racing memorabilia to the Hillside Childrenrsquos Center T-shirts pins whatever you have No Alcohol or tobacco related items Contact Meridith Croucher at (315) 331-5354 or e-mail at meridithlocalnetcom (1209)
Wanted Finger Lakes Region SCCA member looking for scrap metal batteries wire etc Will help clean out yards cellars attics garages etc Call Brian Barlow at (585) 289-8007 or e-mail playfreeguitar12yahoocom (509)
The night before Christmas(not quite)
Twas the night before Christmas and caught at the light
As was a Saleen with no cops in sightI will try I will try I will try with this small
motor To beat this damn Saleen even with its big
powerAs the light goes green and I pull like no joke The Saleen erupts in clouds of tire smoke Now Smasher now Rev-ver now Stroker now
Blitzin These are the names of my four VTEC pistons Racing ahead Im the Star of the Action But I know Im in trouble when the Saleen gets
traction Grabbing second I hear the RPM sing My mirror is blocked by my shopping kart wing I now hear the roar of that big monster gaining All I can do is keep that four-banger straining In a second the shockwave hits with a blast And my stickers go flying now a thing of the
past Dont bother with third cause now its too late Just try to act cool like you can relate Looking up at the taillights as they get smaller The driver backs off just to give me a holler You cant win them all he says in fling You may not win any in that silly thing I scowled and revved and let out a sigh And did my trademark high-speed ricer fly-byI scowled and revved as he pulled out of sightWith my new mods tomorrowhellipit will be a better
night
or for the more upscale generation
Twas the night before Christmas and there under the bridge
Sat a S430 Mercedes feeling ignored just a smidge
Its seems dear McBrue had family over for supper
But the poor little Benz needed a quick picker-upper
So Hanz und big Franz brought Mobile 1 about eight quarts
And a selection of accessories theyd ordered from Auto Sport
There were KampN Filters and dust shields for the wheels
They had performance exhaust pipes of buffed stainless steels
There were new fuses (9 amp) for the electric door locks
And WD40 to make those squeaking brakes stopThey had new MB floor mats straight from
StuttgartAnd high-tech new headlights to make darkness
partSo at last when they finished McBrues poor MBFelt as though it was loved and maintained to a
TSo sleep on dear McBrue soon Christmas will be
hereBut lift your glass to Hanz und Franz better yet
wish them good cheer
httpwwwalchemistmattcomtwastwasallmainhtml
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
TOP
EN
DFI
NG
ER L
AK
ES R
EGIO
N S
CC
A IN
C
Trea
sure
r75
3 K
lem
Rd
Web
ster
s N
Y 1
4580
TOP
END
Edi
toria
l Sta
ff11
9 B
rook
view
Dr
Roc
hest
er N
Y 1
4617
-390
3
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE
PAIDROCHESTER NYPermit No 1761
The LAST PIT
18 December 2009Jan 11 2009
REGION 62
Membership Application
Dear Prospective SCCA MemberTo apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America the worldrsquos largest member participation automotive organization please complete the form below and return with payment to SCCA Membership Department P O Box 299 Topeka KS 66601-0299
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPEName __________________________________ Birth date_______________ E-mail ___________________________________
Address _______________________________ Telephone_________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State _______Zip ________________ County ________________________
Have you been an SCCA member before No Yes Year_____________Previous Member __________________________
Single Married Spouses Name ______________________________________________ Birth date _________________
Spouses Member Number (if current member) _____________________________________________________________________
IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Please list names and ages of children under age 21Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
Name ____________________________________________________ Birth date______ ______ _____
PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCAPlease indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate or which interest you most Your response will be used toallocate your national dues to the areas you indicate Thank you
Club Racing Pro Racing Rally Solo Please send me a Crew License
Annual National Dues + Annual Regional Dues = TOTAL DUE
REGULAR MEMBER$65 + REGULAR MEMBER$15 = $80SPOUSE MEMBER $23 + SPOUSE MEMBER $10 = $33FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $101 + FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $20 = $121FIRST GEAR (21 amp Under) $30 + FIRST GEAR$15 = $45
Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________US DO NOT SEND CASH
VISA MC No ___________________________________ Exp Date__________________________
I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America Inc and its Finger Lakes Region (62) and agree to abide by the bylaws
Applicants Signature ___________________________________________ Date__________________________
Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value) Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution
192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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192009 December
FINGER LAKES REGION WEBSITE AND BULLETIN BOARD wwwflr-sccacom
CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the FINGER LAKES REGIONNovember 200924 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors
Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
December 20091 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
1 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 FINGER LAKES Region RoadRally How to Play the Rally Game 6 Tom Langdon (tlan399532aolcom (315) 524-2260)
8 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
12 Rally Party and Awards Cheap Charliersquos Bloomfield Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688)
29 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
January 20102 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series
Event 1 The Long Way Home Alan Smith (asmith2357aolcom (585) 359-4688
5 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership and Solo Meetings ndash Cancelled
9 Finger Lakes Region Year End Banquet ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534
12 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
23 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 2
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
28ndash30 National SCCA Convention South Point Hotel Casino and Spa Las Vegas NV
February 20102 FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 700
pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
2 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 800 pm ndash Burgundy Basin Inn 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford NY 14534 (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 3
9 FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting -730 pm 96 Church St Victor Rick Barnes (rbarnestorsencom (585) 967-3762)
20 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event 4
26 FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors Meeting - 730 pm Thielrsquos 753 Klem Rd Webster NY (Contact reflr-sccacom for further information)
March 20103ndash7 Rochester Auto Show Wednesday through Sunday6 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Event
512-14 NEDiv Roundtable Hamilton Park Hotel amp
Convention Center Florham Park NJ (NNJR)
June 20104-6 STPR Wellsboro PA26-27 Westward Ho Regional Race Nelson FLR
July 201010-11 ldquoTire Rackrdquo SCCA ProSolo Series Seneca Army
Depot Romulus NY (FLR)
September 201018-19 ldquoFUN ONE rsquo09rdquo Regional Race Watkins Glen
FLR
November 201011-13 NEDiv Mini-Con Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Rochester NY FLR
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