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**slidemaster** · 08-30-2006, 07:11 PM

Perhaps Gt500 not Gt's. Ford at first indicated no support. But a few of us are a pain and they are going to help at least a little.

**wallygator** · 08-31-2006, 12:14 PM

As well they should. This event was not only about SVT's and other Fords, but about people and the passion for safe speeding and fun. I have only been to one of these, but I really enjoyed it and am sure the next one will be just as fun.

**acnon** · 08-31-2006, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by slidemaster

Well Airforce ran a 2:09 and Scott at 2:11 so that would smoke about 90% of the Mustangs. I will be sure to mention personally and have the lead (Mike Peters) mention not to block and let pass the lower hp cars (drivers meeting and during the day). Although these days, some of the Modified Focus enjoy a similar power to weight as the '96 to '04 Mustangs. Never mind the braking advantages.

I'm glad Mike Peters will be lead on this. He's an excellent instructor.

He drove my car last year at Buttonwillow and certainly knows the Focus's capabilities. He also has a great deal of experience with several other Front-wheel drive cars.

You will certainly not be hindered at this event...

All that above said, if you ever wanted to seriously get your A** handed to you by a mustang, this is the event for it.

There was some VERY serious hardware running there last time.

**slidemaster** · 08-31-2006, 02:11 PM

Really is a fun deal, hope we have 15 or so Foci. We can all pit and help each other. As normal should have the trailer and air, track maps, all the normal stuff.

**SuperFlea** · 08-31-2006, 02:56 PM

^^^ sounds cool.

**FocusAZ1** · 09-02-2006, 02:25 PM

Still hashing out some details...can't commit.

Lord knows I'll shoot myself in the esophogus if I can't make it!

TP, a caravan of two at least.

**slidemaster** · 09-02-2006, 04:39 PM

Get your group together, you are welcome to crash at my place (day before) and use our stuff at the track. We would LOVE to have a click from AZ here!!Heck if there is a cool event there in fall winter, get us in the loop and perhaps we can get a group from SVTOA to participate

So does anyone there have a under 2:10 in thier pocket?

I hope to be running a car that shows a 1:58 if its done!

**FocusAZ1** · 09-03-2006, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by slidemaster

Heck if there is a cool event there in fall winter, get us in the loop and perhaps we can get a group from SVTOA to participate

Actually, we've got a sweet on-track event planned for SVTOA AZ at Firebird International Raceway on November 24th and 24th. There's going to be driver school representation and full use of the track both days. Should be awesome. See what you guys can do...rather close to Buttonwillow I know.

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Originally Posted by slidemaster

So does anyone there have a under 2:10 in thier pocket?

I hope to be running a car that shows a 1:58 if its done!

God I hope so...what would that take? I've never been on Button before so I have no idea what kind of Focus could put that down. Has it been done before?

**slidemaster** · 09-04-2006, 12:24 PM

Yep, Airforce did it at a Redline event. We got Scotty on GPS data acquisiton at 2:11. Those are pretty fast laps for a Focus. NASA did some tire testing about 1 year or so ago and with solid guys ran 2:14

**belacyrf** · 09-04-2006, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by FocusAZ1

God I hope so...what would that take? I've never been on Button before so I have no idea what kind of Focus could put that down. Has it been done before?

A sub 2:10 for a focus is CRAZY fast! It would take an excellent driver, with at the very least a completely "gutted" focus, OR a focus with plenty of power, but the handling and light weight will pay off better dividends than the power.

**slidemaster** · 09-04-2006, 04:10 PM

You buddy Stout can take responsability for the time. As far as the power part after the sweeper its like a 12 second drag through the "S"s. Power is worth about 1 sec ..(comparing 240hp to 170).

That same section is the biggest concern for my run in unlimited RWD in the time attack. Will have the handling to run with the best of them, but 1 to 2 seconds will seperate 1 to 3rd and I will only have about 400hp (vs some Supras with 600hp)

**jr_psychologist** · 09-04-2006, 05:49 PM

I'll plan on being there at least spectating. My place is definitely open for pre/post event crashing and such as well. Plenty of parking and sleeping room, and I'm in Bakersfield

**belacyrf** · 09-04-2006, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by slidemaster

You buddy Stout can take responsability for the time. As far as the power part after the sweeper its like a 12 second drag through the "S"s. Power is worth about 1 sec ..(comparing 240hp to 170).

That same section is the biggest concern for my run in unlimited RWD in the time attack. Will have the handling to run with the best of them, but 1 to 2 seconds will seperate 1 to 3rd and I will only have about 400hp (vs some Supras with 600hp)

Yea stout was flying with a 2:09! He's got the whole package though... power and great handling!

**Voortrek3** · 09-05-2006, 02:01 PM

I'm off duty that weekend, so count me in.

**BUR_ZX3** · 09-05-2006, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Voortrek3

I'm off duty that weekend, so count me in.

WOAH TALK ABOUT OLD SKOOL!!!!!!!!

**Voortrek3** · 09-05-2006, 04:33 PM

HEY.....I'm not that friggin old!!

**MrTea** · 09-15-2006, 01:36 PM

don't think i will/can run my car for the event, but will 99% sure be there to check things out. learned a lot here from you focus guys, will be there for support and just to check things out too. was going to try to get one more event in on the atx before it comes out, but don't think it's gonna happen.

**scottishsvt** · 09-15-2006, 01:50 PM

Do we have a cost for the challenge. Is it just the cost of timing and transponder plus what it cost to do the SVTOA weekend or 1 day and have we got which day the challenge is going to be.
Scottish.

**thefrush** · 09-15-2006, 02:20 PM

The Challenge is going to be on Sunday the 5th.

I think I am going to do both Saturday and Sunday.

**slidemaster** · 09-15-2006, 03:10 PM

Frush is correct. $30 for the timer and the proce of a track day. SVTOA is paying for a timing pro from redline to keep the numbers straight. Sunday is ususally a thiner day so it would be great to have an army of Focus just take over.

**FocusAZ1** · 09-18-2006, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by slidemaster

Sunday is ususally a thiner day so it would be great to have an army of Focus just take over.

I'll do my part...

**Whayong** · 09-20-2006, 07:14 PM

I've been dying to get to a track for years now. Never made it. Always short on cash and it seems like that is the case with this upcoming challenge. I hope to make it and watch though. Any chance a spectator can get a ride even for just a lap?

**slidemaster** · 09-20-2006, 07:31 PM

No doubt! We will have a variety of vehicles with us. Plus this community always has cool guys that say hop in! Bring your helmet! 10.00 to enter the track.

There is always help needed around the track as well with the cars

**Whayong** · 09-20-2006, 07:51 PM

I'm definitely down to help out. The helmet is one of the expenditures as to why I won't be able to join you guys "out on the track." That plus new tires and the challenge fee is just to much mullah between now and Nov. I hope to get the helmet first that way I can tag along. Any recommendations? Thanks, and I appreciate it.

**FocusAZ1** · 09-21-2006, 02:05 AM

We've always got extra helmets too bro...don't let that stop ya. As for rides...your welcome in mine, but I'd certainly be shooting for some laps with the master of slides.

08-30-2006, 07:11 PM	#26
slidemaster Professor PowerSlide Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: steering backward through the mirror Posts: 7,902	Re: Next FC? Perhaps Gt500 not Gt's. Ford at first indicated no support. But a few of us are a pain and they are going to help at least a little. __________________ Watch for "Road Trip" coming soon- check with your cable provider

08-31-2006, 12:14 PM	#27
wallygator TEAM Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: In a trailer down by the river. Posts: 421	Re: Next FC? As well they should. This event was not only about SVT's and other Fords, but about people and the passion for safe speeding and fun. I have only been to one of these, but I really enjoyed it and am sure the next one will be just as fun. __________________ 02 Liquid Gray ZX5 Powerworks SC www.focuschallenge.com # 909 97 Explorer XLT 5.0 AWD 97 CVPI Racing is Life. Everything before or after is just waiting.

08-31-2006, 02:11 PM	#29
slidemaster Professor PowerSlide Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: steering backward through the mirror Posts: 7,902	Re: Next FC? Really is a fun deal, hope we have 15 or so Foci. We can all pit and help each other. As normal should have the trailer and air, track maps, all the normal stuff. __________________ Watch for "Road Trip" coming soon- check with your cable provider

08-31-2006, 02:56 PM	#30
SuperFlea Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: South Of The Border! Posts: 3,769	Re: Next FC? ^^^ sounds cool. __________________ <-Jonathan-> July 2007 FOTM Winner! This space available - Call 1 (800) 2 Post It , No Credit? Bad Credit? No problem! E-Z Financing. I Like Engine Pics!

09-02-2006, 02:25 PM	#31
FocusAZ1 Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 2,400	Re: Next FC? Still hashing out some details...can't commit. Lord knows I'll shoot myself in the esophogus if I can't make it! TP, a caravan of two at least. __________________ JCM Racing - "Corner Workers Needed" www.focuschallenge.com #37

09-02-2006, 04:39 PM	#32
slidemaster Professor PowerSlide Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: steering backward through the mirror Posts: 7,902	Re: Next FC? Get your group together, you are welcome to crash at my place (day before) and use our stuff at the track. We would LOVE to have a click from AZ here!!Heck if there is a cool event there in fall winter, get us in the loop and perhaps we can get a group from SVTOA to participate So does anyone there have a under 2:10 in thier pocket? I hope to be running a car that shows a 1:58 if its done! __________________ Watch for "Road Trip" coming soon- check with your cable provider

09-04-2006, 12:24 PM	#34
slidemaster Professor PowerSlide Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: steering backward through the mirror Posts: 7,902	Re: Next FC? Yep, Airforce did it at a Redline event. We got Scotty on GPS data acquisiton at 2:11. Those are pretty fast laps for a Focus. NASA did some tire testing about 1 year or so ago and with solid guys ran 2:14 __________________ Watch for "Road Trip" coming soon- check with your cable provider

09-04-2006, 04:10 PM	#36
slidemaster Professor PowerSlide Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: steering backward through the mirror Posts: 7,902	Re: Next FC? You buddy Stout can take responsability for the time. As far as the power part after the sweeper its like a 12 second drag through the "S"s. Power is worth about 1 sec ..(comparing 240hp to 170). That same section is the biggest concern for my run in unlimited RWD in the time attack. Will have the handling to run with the best of them, but 1 to 2 seconds will seperate 1 to 3rd and I will only have about 400hp (vs some Supras with 600hp) __________________ Watch for "Road Trip" coming soon- check with your cable provider

09-04-2006, 05:49 PM	#37
jr_psychologist Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Congregating with particular people Posts: 2,359	Re: Next FC? I'll plan on being there at least spectating. My place is definitely open for pre/post event crashing and such as well. Plenty of parking and sleeping room, and I'm in Bakersfield __________________ 2002 Pitch Black SVT: Math according to Xios and FocusSport: (1 snailpower*6.8psi)/1 wheel = 235whp/209wtq

09-05-2006, 02:01 PM	#39
Voortrek3 TEAM Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Dimas, CA, USA Posts: 810	Re: Next FC? I'm off duty that weekend, so count me in. __________________ 2009 Focus SES Coupe - Vista Blue Go ahead and call 911, I'm off duty!

09-05-2006, 04:33 PM	#41
Voortrek3 TEAM Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Dimas, CA, USA Posts: 810	Re: Next FC? HEY.....I'm not that friggin old!! __________________ 2009 Focus SES Coupe - Vista Blue Go ahead and call 911, I'm off duty!

09-15-2006, 01:36 PM	#42
MrTea TEAM Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 259	Re: Next FC? don't think i will/can run my car for the event, but will 99% sure be there to check things out. learned a lot here from you focus guys, will be there for support and just to check things out too. was going to try to get one more event in on the atx before it comes out, but don't think it's gonna happen. __________________ '03 Mazda6i with a few mods http://members.cardomain.com/mrtea

09-15-2006, 01:50 PM	#43
scottishsvt TEAM Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Back in the great bay area Posts: 259	Re: Next FC? Do we have a cost for the challenge. Is it just the cost of timing and transponder plus what it cost to do the SVTOA weekend or 1 day and have we got which day the challenge is going to be. Scottish.

09-15-2006, 02:20 PM	#44
thefrush I <3 dyno queens Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 9,629	Re: Next FC? The Challenge is going to be on Sunday the 5th. I think I am going to do both Saturday and Sunday. __________________ Vacuum Vulture Racing: We put the "shaft" in crankshaft. Fear usually limits us in seeing things clearly. Fear usually just gets in the way of us being happy.

09-15-2006, 03:10 PM	#45
slidemaster Professor PowerSlide Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: steering backward through the mirror Posts: 7,902	Re: Next FC? Frush is correct. $30 for the timer and the proce of a track day. SVTOA is paying for a timing pro from redline to keep the numbers straight. Sunday is ususally a thiner day so it would be great to have an army of Focus just take over. __________________ Watch for "Road Trip" coming soon- check with your cable provider

09-20-2006, 07:14 PM	#47
Whayong TEAM Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: So. Cal Posts: 854	Re: Next FC? I've been dying to get to a track for years now. Never made it. Always short on cash and it seems like that is the case with this upcoming challenge. I hope to make it and watch though. Any chance a spectator can get a ride even for just a lap?

09-20-2006, 07:31 PM	#48
slidemaster Professor PowerSlide Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: steering backward through the mirror Posts: 7,902	Re: Next FC? No doubt! We will have a variety of vehicles with us. Plus this community always has cool guys that say hop in! Bring your helmet! 10.00 to enter the track. There is always help needed around the track as well with the cars __________________ Watch for "Road Trip" coming soon- check with your cable provider

09-20-2006, 07:51 PM	#49
Whayong TEAM Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: So. Cal Posts: 854	Re: Next FC? I'm definitely down to help out. The helmet is one of the expenditures as to why I won't be able to join you guys "out on the track." That plus new tires and the challenge fee is just to much mullah between now and Nov. I hope to get the helmet first that way I can tag along. Any recommendations? Thanks, and I appreciate it.

09-21-2006, 02:05 AM	#50
FocusAZ1 Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 2,400	Re: Next FC? We've always got extra helmets too bro...don't let that stop ya. As for rides...your welcome in mine, but I'd certainly be shooting for some laps with the master of slides. __________________ JCM Racing - "Corner Workers Needed" www.focuschallenge.com #37