LCS -- Laguna Seca ... here we come......

[jplotus]

In case you all missed it:
Lotus Cars USA to Sponsor Lotus Challenge Series


Lotus Cars USA has announced that it has signed on as the Title Sponsor of the grassroots Lotus Challenge Series. Started in 2008 by Jim Navarro and other Lotus enthusiasts the series held eight races in its first year with six in California and two at Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch in Pahrump, Nevada - the home of the Lotus Driving School.

For 2009 the series has expanded to 10 events in the western U.S. (including races at Streets of Willow, Buttonwillow, Laguna Seca and Infineon) with four additional events in Texas.

"The Lotus Challenge Series is a very well run organization that's expanding through providing Lotus owners a fun, safe and positive environment in which to enjoy their Lotus vehicles and improve their driving skills," said Lotus Cars USA, Inc. Director of Operations Arnie Johnson. "What Jim Navarro, Tom Hughes, Jack Fried, Robb Bonanno and all of the participants in the Lotus Challenge Series are doing is fostering tremendous enthusiasm and goodwill for our treasured Lotus marque. We're extremely proud to support the expansion of the Lotus Challenge Series as the title sponsor and show some of our most devoted Lotus owners how much we appreciate them."

The Lotus Challenge Series is comprised of several classes for both street cars like the Elise and Exige, as well as track-only vehicles like the Exige Cup Car 255 and the 2-Eleven.

More: Lotus Cars USA to Sponsor Lotus Challenge Series on AutoGuide.com

[def]

Wow - congrats, that is a pretty big deal

[plastique999]

LCS rocks!!

Good job guys!

[kaz]

awesome Jim, congrats to us all hopefully this will get more drivers out next season (including me)...trying to block out travel dates so I can make Streets and Spring Mountain

[viloprods]

Congratgs Jim. Well deserved

[viloprods]

This just in:
There will be two Evora's at Silver Star lotus in Thousand Oaks on Sat.
For those who want to touch and sit.

[cory1000]

Jim, Any info on the hotel yet??

Originally Posted by jplotus

I am working on a group price. There are many choices from $100-$400 per night . We will have group dinner Thursday and award dinner after Fridays event for those who wish to stay.

[plastique999]

Andy is staying here:

Monterey Bay - Seaside Hotel, California - CA - Embassy Suites Hotel

I may reserve here as well, if I don't hear about any specials in the next few days.

[cory1000]

Originally Posted by plastique999

Andy is staying here:

Monterey Bay - Seaside Hotel, California - CA - Embassy Suites Hotel

I may reserve here as well, if I don't hear about any specials in the next few days.

Yeah I saw that, but when I talked to Jim the other day he said that he was working on a different place and getting a better rate. Got flight and rental car booked already, wanted to get room squared away before I leave for a different vacation...

[turbophil]

JP- Bring a LCS to the midwest...

[robb373]

ATTENTION LCS 'rs:

There is a safety recall out on all Impact safety clothing and shoes.
Please read below and take the necessary action to be safe.

Robb



DATE: March 31, 2009
FROM: National Staff
TO: All Participants
SUBJECT: Impact Racing Product Recall

IMPACT RACING PRODUCT RECALL
Any and all driver suits, pants, jackets, shoes and boots manufactured by Impact Racing pursuant to SFI Specifications 3.2A/15, 3.2A/20, 3.3/15 and 3.3/20 at any time during the year 2008 have been decertified by SFI Foundation, Inc. and must be immediately returned to Impact Racing offices or an Impact representative. Impact Racing has reason to believe that these products do not fully comply with the stated SFI Specifications and therefore do not meet SFI manufacturer certification requirements. This recall applies to all such products whether or not they have been updated, rebadged, or recertified by Impact Racing. This recall applies even if the product now has a 2009 SFI patch or label affixed to the product. All applicable sanctioning bodies have been notified of this noncompliance.

[Jack]

Originally Posted by plastique999

Andy is staying here:

Monterey Bay - Seaside Hotel, California - CA - Embassy Suites Hotel

I may reserve here as well, if I don't hear about any specials in the next few days.

That's where I'm staying.....

[vasracer]

Originally Posted by jplotus

In case you all missed it:
Lotus Cars USA to Sponsor Lotus Challenge Series


Lotus Cars USA has announced that it has signed on as the Title Sponsor of the grassroots Lotus Challenge Series. Started in 2008 by Jim Navarro and other Lotus enthusiasts the series held eight races in its first year with six in California and two at Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch in Pahrump, Nevada - the home of the Lotus Driving School.

For 2009 the series has expanded to 10 events in the western U.S. (including races at Streets of Willow, Buttonwillow, Laguna Seca and Infineon) with four additional events in Texas.

"The Lotus Challenge Series is a very well run organization that's expanding through providing Lotus owners a fun, safe and positive environment in which to enjoy their Lotus vehicles and improve their driving skills," said Lotus Cars USA, Inc. Director of Operations Arnie Johnson. "What Jim Navarro, Tom Hughes, Jack Fried, Robb Bonanno and all of the participants in the Lotus Challenge Series are doing is fostering tremendous enthusiasm and goodwill for our treasured Lotus marque. We're extremely proud to support the expansion of the Lotus Challenge Series as the title sponsor and show some of our most devoted Lotus owners how much we appreciate them."

The Lotus Challenge Series is comprised of several classes for both street cars like the Elise and Exige, as well as track-only vehicles like the Exige Cup Car 255 and the 2-Eleven.

More: Lotus Cars USA to Sponsor Lotus Challenge Series on AutoGuide.com

congratulations, everyone.
I have been avoiding following these LCS threads because of the intense jealousy and envy and longing that I feel just by seeing the letters "LCS". I apparently picked the wrong year to have a baby.... Anyway, this is a great development and hopefully, this will be around for a while, so I can dust off the elise and join you all one day.

For now, I will continue to avoid this and all other threads labelled LCS...

Raj Rao

[cory1000]

Also, where are the pics of the trophy girl...that's half the reason ill be there..

[Jack]

Just spoke with Ryan of R3 Motorsports who informed me that the 2bular 8"X24" GT3 Muffler will definitely NOT pass the 92db sound limit at Laguna Seca.

R3 was recently at Laguna for the SCCA races (see Kevin Marshal's report) running the large GT3 muffler on an Exige S ... sound limit was 102db for the SCCA event ... and they could not pass sound. With a jury-rigged muffler extension, they got it down to 101db.

So, just a heads-up -- don't go to Laguna thinking that your jumbo sized (8"x24") 2bular or Larinni muffler will meet the 92db sound limit which will be in effect for our LCS event. Forewarned is forearmed.

[plastique999]

Originally Posted by Jack

Just spoke with Ryan of R3 Motorsports who informed me that the 2bular 8"X24" GT3 Muffler will definitely NOT pass the 92db sound limit at Laguna Seca.

R3 was recently at Laguna for the SCCA races (see Kevin Marshal's report) running the large GT3 muffler on an Exige S ... sound limit was 102db for the SCCA event ... and they could not pass sound. With a jury-rigged muffler extension, they got it down to 101db.

So, just a heads-up -- don't go to Laguna thinking that your jumbo sized (8"x24") 2bular or Larinni muffler will meet the 92db sound limit which will be in effect for our LCS event. Forewarned is forearmed.

OK this is me...I have the 2bular and decat....

Is LPL making Supertraps for the 2bular??

[Jack]

Originally Posted by plastique999

Is LPL making Supertraps for the 2bular??

Check directly with them, but I believe the answer is NO. Their Supertraps will work on their proprietary mufflers ... call Allen to be sure ... 619-517-1938. LPL, DRS or R3 Motorsports (all are sponsors of the LCS) may have other solutions also.

[jplotus]

Originally Posted by vasracer

congratulations, everyone.
I have been avoiding following these LCS threads because of the intense jealousy and envy and longing that I feel just by seeing the letters "LCS". I apparently picked the wrong year to have a baby.... Anyway, this is a great development and hopefully, this will be around for a while, so I can dust off the elise and join you all one day.

For now, I will continue to avoid this and all other threads labelled LCS...

Raj Rao

LOL you are welcome to live thru our racers . We will see you next year. Jim

[jplotus]

Monterrey embassy suites will be the host hotel for this event. If you call to book it will be under lotus challenge series . I asked for Andy and Jacks rate to be modified if this was a better rate.
Monterey Bay - Seaside Hotel, California - CA - Embassy Suites Hotel
They have secure parking for trailers as well.
There are many hotels in the area with rates ranging from $90-$500 per night. Click here for the hotels.travel now . com -- global discount hotel reservations
Our event schedule will be posted today on the lcs website in the calendar section.

[Noah Vail]

Originally Posted by jplotus

Monterrey embassy suites will be the host hotel for this event. If you call to book it will be under lotus challenge series . I asked for Andy and Jacks rate to be modified if this was a better rate.

Jim,

I just called Embassy Suites and they couldn't find Lotus Challenge Series in their system. I made my reservation there June 3 and would like the LCS rate if it's lower. Thanks.