Ennis Sunday 10/24 - Texas Muscle Car Club Challenge

[True Blue Aggie]

TEXAS MUSCLECAR CLUB CHALLENGE XXVIII
Texas Motorplex (http://www.texasmotorplex.com/)
Ennis, Texas
Ph. 972-878-2641
Gates open at 8am
Entry $30.00

This is the last 1/4 mile event for this series, with the final event at Redline Raceway on the 31st. This would be a great time to come out and get some decent racing in before the Talon Fall Classic. Rocks is bringing the grill, I'm bringing the drinks, Dennis is bringing out both the Gen 1 and the Gen 2 (right Dennis??)
Oh, and with Dennis in first place, and with me in second in our classes, we could use all the help we can get to knock out some of the competition....:tu:

[Aggie Mom]

I may just have to swing by for this one. I haven't seen Rocks and Dennis since LFest. However, I will need ya'lls help in the staging lanes. I don't wanna go up against True Blue Aggie in the first round and put him out :evil

[03LightningRocks]

I was planning to bring the grille and hamburger patties. We need volunteers for buns, tomatoes, onions. Maybe some chips and some cheep arse cookies. Maybe Cathy can make some homemade cookies....since she's a girl and all:o ......:evil .

I have catsup, mustard...and paper plates left over from L-Fest. The Miricle whip didn't make the trip home:vomit: . After sitting in the sun for 8 hours, I thought maybe the garbage was a good place for it.


Let's try to have a big turn out Talon.............how about it folks?


Rocks:beer:

[03LightningRocks]

Oh........what about the rest of the Clan Dennis? Fred....are you and, "that lucky beginner":tongue: , going???



Rocks:beer:

[Sixpipes]

I'm planning on bringing both the Gen I & Gen II. I'll probably swing by and pick up Tobbun on the way. :tu:

[Sixpipes]

So who is planning on being at Ennis Sunday besides these folks?

Sixpipes (X2)
True Blue Aggie
03LightningRocks
Tobbun
Aggie Mom

[Winterhawk]

I'm home off the road, I'll be there..:burnout:

[tliss]

Trying to get out of something this weekend...I'll let you know for sure...

Tom

[Aggie Mom]

Ditto... looks like I'm just a maybe.

[03LightningRocks]

I would have sworn Adam told me he plans to go............what about it Adam???:cool: Howard looks like he will be there racing my Lariat......that should give Talon a couple more points.

[Winterhawk]

I see two different date's for this race... 23rd and the 24th.. which is it?

[Sixpipes]

I see two different date's for this race... 23rd and the 24th.. which is it?
October 24

Sunday



TEXAS MUSCLECAR CLUB CHALLENGE XXVIII
Texas Motorplex (http://www.texasmotorplex.com/)
Ennis, Texas
Ph. 972-878-2641
Gates open at 8am
Entry $30.00



I'll bring the porta shade. :cool:

http://www.svtgalleries.net/gallery/data/6056/442P9253202-med.JPG

[StormShadow]

I'll be there.

[TP Derrick D]

So who is planning on being at Ennis Sunday besides these folks?

Sixpipes (X2)
True Blue Aggie
03LightningRocks
Tobbun
Aggie Mom
TP Derrick D (I'll try to drop by and get a look see,no promises) :cool:

[99WhiteBeast]

I'm in but I think I've had my fix for racing this month. I've been to the track 6 times this month already.


What are the times and cost for the event?

[True Blue Aggie]

Ban user for not reading the 1st friggin post....:d

[99WhiteBeast]

Ban user for not reading the 1st friggin post....:d
opps:hammer:

[Sandman]

Ban user for not reading the 1st friggin post....:dThe first post needs to be edited for the correct day.:tu:

So, when and where is the talon convoy going to start up?

[00Bolt]

i may go now...

got a couple questions...

1. what time do ya guys usually get there?
2. can we just sign up when we get there or is it something I would have to do earlier
3. would I need a helmet? i dont have one..


sorry for the dumb questions... but iv only been to kennedale twice and was never bracket racing just test n tune so i just went and ran a couple times and never wore a helmet either....

[tliss]

i may go now...

got a couple questions...

1. what time do ya guys usually get there?
2. can we just sign up when we get there or is it something I would have to do earlier
3. would I need a helmet? i dont have one..


sorry for the dumb questions... but iv only been to kennedale twice and was never bracket racing just test n tune so i just went and ran a couple times and never wore a helmet either....
Gates open at 8, so plan to be there about then or a little after. Sign up is when you get there, and if you plan to run better than 13.99 in the 1/4 you will need a helmet. I believe they have a few to loan, so it should not be an issue. Or one of the other guys can loan you one. They will be a little more strict on this than Kennedale will be since it is a competitive event.

Tom

[SpeedyBolt]

I am going to be there. Who do I need to talk to to get a TALON window sticker before then??? I would like to look like I actually "belong" Ha, Ha, Ha.
I am going to try and get some slicks though my street tires just :burnout: !!!!!! Last time I went to Kennedale I used my spare tire rim off my L and my 4X4 with some old drag radials left over from my Trans Am(26" diameter). It looked rediculas. I really wouldn't want to bring it out looking stupid! How ever it did hook o.k.

[True Blue Aggie]

Ahh...Sandman, I had already edited the date to the correct one. Good try though...

I will be at the gates at 8:00am sharp. I want to get setup and cooled down before the first time trials (roughly 9-9:30). I did note the last time I was out at Ennis that our parking "spot" is now completely enclosed where no cars can get into it, so we are banished to park with the rest of the pit people.

We need some more people to come out Sunday. Where is Mike and Bobby? If Scott shows up and you don't....I'll never let you hear the end of that! :nono:

[SpeedyBolt]

Does anyone know if there is any prize money or is this just a "for fun" event???

[True Blue Aggie]

$10,000 to the winner.








or so I have been told.

[SpeedyBolt]

About how many cars/trucks usually show up for the event? This will be my first one.

[True Blue Aggie]

Well....It looks like we could have close to 10 trucks if everyone I think would go, does. Worse case we will have five.

[00Bolt]

is it saturday or sunday???

[Sandman]

sunday.

[00Bolt]

alright sweet... i got permission from the boss "wife".... so as long as the dyno comes out safe on Saturday... count me in!!!!!

[03LightningRocks]

Hey all,

I have been out of pocket the past few days. If everyone is up to the burger thing, like I said before, I can bring some meat and the grille. I also already have Ketchup and mustard, but we need some kind of commitment from some folks on bringing some buns, chips and maybe tomatoes and onions. I also have cheese.

Rocks:beer:

[Tobbun]

It will be good to see what the results of the recent changes are going to be... I hope it is still consistent... :)

SixPipes, where and when do you want to meet?

[Sixpipes]

It will be good to see what the results of the recent changes are going to be... I hope it is still consistent... :)

SixPipes, where and when do you want to meet?
I'm planning on leaving the house about 7:00 or so. That would put me at George Bush & Hwy 75 at a little after 7:30. I'm not sure how many vehicles will be in the group, maybe three, but one for sure. :cool:

[Silver_2000]

I'm planning on leaving the house about 7:00 or so. That would put me at George Bush & Hwy 75 at a little after 7:30. I'm not sure how many vehicles will be in the group, maybe three, but one for sure. :cool:
Whats the weather supposed to be like ?

[True Blue Aggie]

Can you do this dumba$$ a favor and change the title date to 10/24. 23rd is a Sat. The race is Sunday.

[Silver_2000]

Can you do this dumba$$ a favor and change the title date to 10/24. 23rd is a Sat. The race is Sunday.
Done

[True Blue Aggie]

:bows :bows oh internet overlord......

[03LightningRocks]

Not that I find it easy to be so persistant:rolleyes: ....but if I don't get some kind of dad gummed response on the stinking burgers...I will consider the motion tabled:cool: .

Speak up either way folks............if the majority feels it's a pain in the arse to do....let me know:beer: .

Rocks

[Silver_2000]

Not that I find it easy to be so persistant:rolleyes: ....but if I don't get some kind of dad gummed response on the stinking burgers...I will consider the motion tabled:cool: .

Speak up either way folks............if the majority feels it's a pain in the arse to do....let me know:beer: .

Rocks
If the weather holds Im considering stopping by ...

Doug

[True Blue Aggie]

Bring your burgers and buns, I will bring the drinks, and screw the rest of them if they don't bring the condiments.....

[00Bolt]

http://www.svtgalleries.net/gallery/data/503/578weather.jpg

[Sixpipes]

I'll throw in ten bucks for the cook. :cool:

[Sandman]

I'll bring the:

buns
miracle whip
tomatoes
onions
pickles
lettuce


Somebody want to bring some chips?? Then I think we'll have everything we need.

[True Blue Aggie]

You the man Andy....you the man.:tu:

[Sixpipes]

Looks like I'm only bringing one truck. My other driver bowed out and I don't have a way to get both down to Ennis. :cool:

[03LightningRocks]

I'll bring the:

buns
miracle whip
tomatoes
onions
pickles
lettuce


Somebody want to bring some chips?? Then I think we'll have everything we need.
:bows :tu: :D :beer:


Dennis,

Instead of giving the cook 10 bucks, how about ya stop on the way and get some chips?

Rocks:cool:

[Silver_2000]

Looks like I'm only bringing one truck. My other driver bowed out and I don't have a way to get both down to Ennis. :cool:
Dennis

If you want Ill bring the other down...

Im planing on going

Doug

[Sixpipes]

:bows :tu: :D :beer:


Dennis,

Instead of giving the cook 10 bucks, how about ya stop on the way and get some chips?

Rocks:cool:
Cool. $10 worth of chips it is. :D

[Sixpipes]

Dennis

If you want Ill bring the other down...

Im planing on going

Doug
Thanks for the offer, but I'm leaving the house at 7AM. :cool:

[Tobbun]

Thanks for the offer, but I'm leaving the house at 7AM. :cool:

So where are you stopping for Gas? Or are you doing that before? I can hang out on the service road at 75 and Legacy and jump up behind you if you want to give me a warning call when you hit McDermott... 214-476-4751.

I will bring some root beer :beer: and some frito's and bean dip to make sure it is lively at the base camp.

[Silver_2000]

Thanks for the offer, but I'm leaving the house at 7AM. :cool:
Thanks for understanding that I wont be getting up at 5:30

I tried ...

Doug

[00Bolt]

sorry guys couldnt make it... my son got real sick last night and spent most of night in emergency room... didnt get home until like 4am and need to spend day with him..... sorry guys....

[PoorSvtman]

sorry guys couldnt make it... my son got real sick last night and spent most of night in emergency room... didnt get home until like 4am and need to spend day with him..... sorry guys....

Always an excuse from you... :bs Just messing with you scott, hope your son starts feeling better.

[99WhiteBeast]

Sorry I couldn't make it guys. I don't like to pull a Scottism (insert bouncing question mark gif) but was hospitalized Thursday and and just released today.


All is well.

j/k Scott

[Tobbun]

I don't think anyone missed too much today. It was a long day due to fog delays (I will upload a good picture later looking down the track. You can't see the time signs) and then persistant drizzle. It was 4pm before we got both time trials and one run in and there was a big storm moving that way in about an hour.

Most of us were eliminated first round. Only two made it to the second, and only one was staying for the second round.

However, Bluto did set a personal best this morning, so it was all good.

Tobbun

[03LightningRocks]

I just got settled in at home. That was the first time I ever left the track after winning a round:( .Michael scared me away with the threat of hail storms..........has anyone heard from him yet. He was hanging in there when I left.

It was a good time anyway folks......It was good to see everyone and hang out.


Rocks:beer:

[SpeedyBolt]

We got about 15 miles from home and the bottom dropped out!! Hellatious rain. Great to finally meet some of ya'll. Had a Blast. :beer: :D

[Silver_2000]

I havent seen ny rain yet ... Did get some bad gas at the gas station though ... Filled up - truck went about 150 feet and died.. Crank crank start run 10 seconds die .. Push into the parking lot - Thank god for new battery. Must have picked up some water in the gas... Seems to be running better now... Bought some STP to help break up the water ....

Anyway Had a good time at the track - Weather sucked but had some fun BS'ing anyway - I think Cathy took a shot at my as she was driving off but I dont know for sure...

HOpe no one got caught in the speed trap in Wilmer - They had 2 cops on each side of 45 pulling people over

I took a few pictures of today - Ill Post them later

Doug

[True Blue Aggie]

Well....I made it to the semi-finals and lost. The minute I pulled up, I changed the slicks out, and as I was closing the tailgate, the rain started. Took a couple of minutes, but then the bottom fell out.
The event did not get to finish the finals.....they will run them at Redline next week.
After everyone left, they started hotlapping the drivers that won. Needless to say, I lost because of wheelspin when I shifted to second. The only thing I can think of is I drifted to the left after the start, and hit some of the water that was on the track....oh well.
Never had any hail on the way home (sorry about scaring you Ron, but Tobbun can vouch for what the weather radar was showing us), but there was enough rain to have standing water on 45 in Ferris. There were three accidents on the way home.....stupid a$$ drivers.

The good news for me is that the guy in first place went out in the semis also....so I am three points out of first place. So guess where I will be next Sunday???? Redline Raceway...........

[03LightningRocks]

Thanks to you Doug, I didn't get busted in Wilmer, but a mini van that blew by me did:rll: .


I need some kind of weather report for the hours from 4:00-5:00 at Ennis. I really hate to think I hauled arse out of there for nothing:hammer: .

By the by.........It was good meeting ya Billy. Watch the boards for when some of us hit the track again....you can hook up with us.


Rocks

[Sixpipes]

I took a bullet in the first round when my opponent hit a .028 light to my .055. He ran a 15.82 on a 15.80 dial. I finished in front, but broke out. Fun day even though I would have liked to made it a couple of more rounds. Flats Man's Gen I is finally starting to live up to its potential with the slicks, converter, and new gears. SpeedyBolt came in from Whitney for a little visit. Thanks for stopping by. :cool:

[SpeedyBolt]

I am going to try to make it to Redline next Sunday. I'll be sure to bring the DR's this time so I can race with y'all. :nana2

[True Blue Aggie]

Ron.......my most sincere apoligies on this one. My only thoughts at the time was to let everyone know what I saw on the radar screen. Big letters.....HAIL.

The guy with the laptop actually turned off the laptop because so many people were asking about the rain and what the radar was showing....

[Sixpipes]

Ron.......my most sincere apoligies on this one. My only thoughts at the time was to let everyone know what I saw on the radar screen. Big letters.....HAIL.

The guy with the laptop actually turned off the laptop because so many people were asking about the rain and what the radar was showing....
Michael, whats wrong with you. This is Ron we're talking about here. :D

[03LightningRocks]

I am just guessing here....but my gut tells me...no Hail:rolleyes: .


No appologies needed Michael. I appreciated the heads up on the possibility of hail. I would rather be safe than sorry on that issue. Two years ago, hail did about 23k in damage to three of my cars and my house. I am a bit nervous now about this little weather phenomenom(sp?).

You just gave me the same info you recieved....you made the choice to chance it and I made the choice to haul ass:rll: .


No harm ..... no foul, in my book.


Rocks:beer:

[Aggie Mom]

It rained all the way to Waco, but it wasn't too bad. I had more trouble getting through the low water crossings at my house and didn't think I was going to be able to get home. It must have rained pretty bad here. So....bad gas at the gas station Doug. Good thing you were alone. Or do mean bad fuel? :rll: J/K. Do you feel the love? It was really good to see everyone. Thanks and I had a good time.

[03LightningRocks]

The cookies where great Cathy...........and your son stole my V.S. bag:cool: .

[Aggie Mom]

...........and your son stole my V.S. bag:cool: .

TMI Rocks, TMI :D

[Crawford]

Wish I could have made it out there. Sounds like you guys had fun.

Doug: Thanks for the invite. I would have gone had I not had plans with the ol lady. Rain check!!! :beer:

[Sandman]

The cookies where great Cathy...........and your son stole my V.S. bag:cool: .
Ron, you know he just wanted what was in the bag.:D

Had a good time out there today. I just wish the weather would have made up its mind. A big thanks to Ron for bringing out the grille and cookin up some burgers for us.

[Silver_2000]

Just heard that there were golf ball size hail in granbry and When I was looking at the radar on the way home there were a couple red ( bad ) storms.
They werent very big but they looked nasty...

Doug

[Tobbun]

Here is a pic of the first delay of many for the day. It was pretty cool being up in the staging area and getting the be the first person to go once they re-prepped the track. Which then led to a personal best...
http://www.svtgalleries.net/gallery/data/500/624October_015-med.jpg

[03LightningRocks]

Nice pic Tobbun.......I did not get a look down the track Sunday. That is alot worse than I thought it was.

Congrats on the new best:beer: .


Rocks:nana2

Here is a pic of the first delay of many for the day. It was pretty cool being up in the staging area and getting the be the first person to go once they re-prepped the track. Which then led to a personal best...
http://www.svtgalleries.net/gallery/data/500/624October_015-med.jpg

[Misslissa]

I was at Ennis on Sunday...too bad about the crappy weather. I think I may have met a few of you there. I drive the Sonic Blue Lightning with silver stripes and toneau cover. Although I only got one run in, which was my truck's virgin run, I was really impressed with the performance and I can't wait for the next event. Maybe I can get my truck in the 12's next time. :nana2

I'm new to this forum, but I like the idea of having other lightning owners to chat with. Hope to meet some of you at the next event.

[03LightningRocks]

I was at Ennis on Sunday...too bad about the crappy weather. I think I may have met a few of you there. I drive the Sonic Blue Lightning with silver stripes and toneau cover. Although I only got one run in, which was my truck's virgin run, I was really impressed with the performance and I can't wait for the next event. Maybe I can get my truck in the 12's next time. :nana2

I'm new to this forum, but I like the idea of having other lightning owners to chat with. Hope to meet some of you at the next event.
Hey Misslissa,

I didn't get to meet you, but I think I saw your truck. Welcome to the sight..........another racer is always welcomed to the group.

We already have a cookie maker :evil . Cathy cooks a mean cookie...but she won't race with us. I guess she is afraid she'll damage her pro status.

And then there's Krystle.....she's pretty cool....but she won't race either:evil . I think she's scared....not quite as scared as :ron: , but still scared.


Try to ignore the string of leg humping that's almost sure to follow....they don't mean anything by it....:burnout: .


Rocks:beer:

[WA 2 FST]

I was at Ennis on Sunday...too bad about the crappy weather. I think I may have met a few of you there. I drive the Sonic Blue Lightning with silver stripes and toneau cover. Although I only got one run in, which was my truck's virgin run, I was really impressed with the performance and I can't wait for the next event. Maybe I can get my truck in the 12's next time. :nana2

I'm new to this forum, but I like the idea of having other lightning owners to chat with. Hope to meet some of you at the next event.
Welcome to the forum. I definitely have _not_ seen your truck around Allen. That has got to be a very nice looking machine. Post a pic if you have one!

[Misslissa]

Thanks for the warm welcome. I've got to figure out how to use all the cool features you have in this forum so I can get pics posted.

I'm not much of a cookie maker, so I reckon I'll leave that to the professionals :) I do like to race though - what a rush!

WA2, I saw at the bottom of your message that you also have an '02 Z06. Maybe you've seen my husband's '02 electron blue Z06 around Allen (it's not a daily driver, so it's not out much). It also has the Lingenfelter headers, and he's added a C5R rear facia and C5R hood (well, the hood will be finished in a couple of weeks). Did you get your work done at 21st Century? God, I love that car!

[Aggie Mom]

Hey Misslissa,

We already have a cookie maker :evil . Cathy cooks a mean cookie...but she won't race with us. I guess she is afraid she'll damage her pro status.



Oh, so many "cookie" comments come to mind. All of which, Doug would axe immediately :tu: Anyway Melissa, welcome.

[Sixpipes]

Here is a pic of the first delay of many for the day. It was pretty cool being up in the staging area and getting the be the first person to go once they re-prepped the track. Which then led to a personal best...

Pic of above mentioned PR in the fog. :cool:

http://www.svtgalleries.net/gallery/data/6033/8ennis3-med.JPG

[my2002lightning]

Melissa,
Congrats on the new SB '04 L! :beer: Post up pics of the L and the EB Z06 - nice choice of colors. :bows

Ronald

[sonicbluetommy]

:banana: :banana: :banana:

Another SB!!!!!!!!! knana

:banana: :banana: :banana:

[Crawford]

Dayum! Check out that fog!!! :eek:

[WA 2 FST]

Thanks for the warm welcome. I've got to figure out how to use all the cool features you have in this forum so I can get pics posted.

I'm not much of a cookie maker, so I reckon I'll leave that to the professionals :) I do like to race though - what a rush!

WA2, I saw at the bottom of your message that you also have an '02 Z06. Maybe you've seen my husband's '02 electron blue Z06 around Allen (it's not a daily driver, so it's not out much). It also has the Lingenfelter headers, and he's added a C5R rear facia and C5R hood (well, the hood will be finished in a couple of weeks). Did you get your work done at 21st Century? God, I love that car!
My Z06 is also EB, not a daily driver, but certainly could be. I've got ~10k miles on it in the 3 years I've owned it... going in for a LPE Stage 2 TT upgrade soon (~580+rwhp). Yes, 21CMC did the work. I prefer to turn my own wrenches, but they do great work, and of course LPE doesn't sell the kit to DIYers. I'm sure I've seen your husband's car. I attend church out in Lucas, and have passed several EB Z's out that way before. Actually, there are quite a few EB Z's in and around Allen. Here's mine. Looks stock except for the Fikse FM5 wheels. His will look awesome with the rear fascia and hood! :)

http://www.wa2fst.com/images/Z06160.jpg

[Silver_2000]

I havent seen ny rain yet ... Did get some bad gas at the gas station though ... Filled up - truck went about 150 feet and died.. Crank crank start run 10 seconds die .. Push into the parking lot - Thank god for new battery. Must have picked up some water in the gas... Seems to be running better now... Bought some STP to help break up the water ....

Anyway Had a good time at the track - Weather sucked but had some fun BS'ing anyway - I think Cathy took a shot at my as she was driving off but I dont know for sure...

HOpe no one got caught in the speed trap in Wilmer - They had 2 cops on each side of 45 pulling people over

I took a few pictures of today - Ill Post them later

Doug
Well it wasnt bad gas... Seems my chip doesnt like the humid weather ...

Got my scan tool and it had a code - "Theft Detected - Engine disabled "

Doug