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jplotus · 07-18-2008, 09:26 PM

Please go the Lotus Challenge Series - Auto Racing site and click on sponsors. Scrool down to toyo and check it out. They are very excited about our series.

They will be starting with our Btw event. Jim
P.s. all the prizes went out yesterday for willows. Big white envelope

jplotus · 07-18-2008, 09:37 PM

Aj and John S. whats up with your cars? Are you thinking of joining us at buttonwillow?

robb373 · 07-19-2008, 08:17 PM

Hello Everyone,
In case you were unaware, the Gumball 3000 will be making a stop at Buttonwillow on Saturday August 9th after our day ends.

This is going to be great exposure for the LCS to a good potential customer. We would like to be able to have as many Lotus Challenge cars available to be on display in our paddock as possible from 5:30pm to 7:30pm in order to create hype for the series.

It would also be a great experience to see the excitement for those who can stick around.

We might even be able to wiggle our way into one of their raging after parties that night as well.

Robb

viloprods · 07-20-2008, 08:28 AM

Whose the party animal?
Victor

Pestodude · 07-20-2008, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mlk_f1

Hi Jim, Did you already send out the remaining prizes/certificates for Round 3 SOW and all of Round 4 WSIR?

For Round 3:
I only receive the Newport European Certificate at the track after the event. I believe i'm still short Sector111, Sweet Daddy, and Smith Lotus.

For Round 4:
Nothing yet.

Am I the only one not receiving them so far? Doesn't seem like anyone else is asking for them.

+1... Still haven't recieved certificates from SOW. I'm owed a ForcedFed and a Sector certificate.

jplotus · 07-20-2008, 03:04 PM

I gave you the letter at the event. They did not provide seperate certificates and they will verify with me your eligibilty.

Pestodude · 07-20-2008, 04:52 PM

Got it, thanks!

jplotus · 07-20-2008, 05:35 PM

I just checked the speedventures site and we have 16 lotus signed up for btw. Please reply here if you are planning on attending. So far the event looks light and we might be able to run together if we get to 20 or so. There is a possibilty that two new cup cars will be joining us as well. Jim
Kyle
Manly
Tim T.
John S. Car?Post dramatic stress "marriage"?lol
AJ Car ?Possible
Dan R.
Glen I. Vacation?=out
Peter M.
Cory Driving from Atlanta =Signed up
Cade W. New Job
John M. ff 380
Brent B.= Signed up
Ryan H.
Victor B - signed up

Pestodude · 07-20-2008, 05:53 PM

I'm signed up.

ZJChaser · 07-20-2008, 07:08 PM

car is finally going back together. should be assembled this week and then tuning in the next week or two following.

cory1000 · 07-20-2008, 07:37 PM

I didnt sign up yet, will do it tomorrow.

Also, im driving from OH to SC to pickup the new trailer I just bought, driving to GA to pickup the Exige, Driving to Vegas to meet up with you guys, driving to Buttonwillow for the race, driving back to Pahrump to leave the car at the track, then driving back to Ohio!

Little over 5500 miles

jplotus · 07-20-2008, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cory1000

I didnt sign up yet, will do it tomorrow.

Also, im driving from OH to SC to pickup the new trailer I just bought, driving to GA to pickup the Exige, Driving to Vegas to meet up with you guys, driving to Buttonwillow for the race, driving back to Pahrump to leave the car at the track, then driving back to Ohio!

Little over 5500 miles

What kind of trailer did you buy? Also make sure you have the dealer install the electric brake modulator . I have had many problems with after market tow gear. If i remember correctly you have a ml mercedes they have issues getting tow hitches. Just thought you'd like to know. Jim

jplotus · 07-20-2008, 08:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZJChaser

car is finally going back together. should be assembled this week and then tuning in the next week or two following.

Good, that should get you back on track by august 10Th. Good to have you back. What class will you be in ?

jplotus · 07-20-2008, 08:35 PM

Ok i see Mark G. signed up and Cory tomorrow. Just a few to go. Jim

Brent Bauman · 07-20-2008, 09:25 PM

Just registered.

cory1000 · 07-20-2008, 11:14 PM

Noting special, just 16 foot, metal deck, open trailer...will only use it a few times a year, so I didnt think I needed anything more then that...

ML350 is at dealer getting everything installed, they are installing 10,000 lb after market hitch because the factory setup is currently not available. Also installing electronic controller. Dealer said that they have used the same setup on other ones without issues, so (knock on wood) I hope to be fine. They are also going to test with with one of the service managers boat/trailer tomorrow. trailer weighs 2300 lbs and the ML will tow 7200, so I im not pushing it too much.

Also, do you know of a good place in/near Vegas that I can store the trailer? No reason for me to bring it back to OH when the car will stay in Pahrump until the spring when I tow it back here.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jplotus

What kind of trailer did you buy? Also make sure you have the dealer install the electric brake modulator . I have had many problems with after market tow gear. If i remember correctly you have a ml mercedes they have issues getting tow hitches. Just thought you'd like to know. Jim

plastique999 · 07-20-2008, 11:15 PM

I assume just register on the SV site, and I'll be in the LCS automatically?

ZJChaser · 07-20-2008, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jplotus

Good, that should get you back on track by august 10Th. Good to have you back. What class will you be in ?

wouldnt place bets on it just yet but that is the hope. REALLY miss the track right now. would like to put a few miles on the motor before running it full tilt at the track.

I'm hoping I fall in cup class power, we'll see. It would be a blast running with you guys

cory1000 · 07-21-2008, 07:28 AM

Just signed up.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jplotus

Ok i see Mark G. signed up and Cory tomorrow. Just a few to go. Jim

jplotus · 07-21-2008, 07:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cory1000

Noting special, just 16 foot, metal deck, open trailer...will only use it a few times a year, so I didnt think I needed anything more then that...

ML350 is at dealer getting everything installed, they are installing 10,000 lb after market hitch because the factory setup is currently not available. Also installing electronic controller. Dealer said that they have used the same setup on other ones without issues, so (knock on wood) I hope to be fine. They are also going to test with with one of the service managers boat/trailer tomorrow. trailer weighs 2300 lbs and the ML will tow 7200, so I im not pushing it too much.

Also, do you know of a good place in/near Vegas that I can store the trailer? No reason for me to bring it back to OH when the car will stay in Pahrump until the spring when I tow it back here.

Ask the track if you can store it there.Glad to hear you are having the dealer do the work. I knew that the factory tow accesories were unavailable. Make sure the tires on the trailer are rated for higher than 55 mph!!!

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07-18-2008, 09:26 PM	#1301 (permalink)
jplotus Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 725 Images: 1	Toyo has confirmed there sponsorship Please go the Lotus Challenge Series - Auto Racing site and click on sponsors. Scrool down to toyo and check it out. They are very excited about our series. They will be starting with our Btw event. Jim P.s. all the prizes went out yesterday for willows. Big white envelope __________________ '07 255 lotus cup car red ;08 mini clubman www.lotuschallengeseries.com

07-18-2008, 09:37 PM	#1302 (permalink)
jplotus Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 725 Images: 1	AJ and John S. Aj and John S. whats up with your cars? Are you thinking of joining us at buttonwillow? __________________ '07 255 lotus cup car red ;08 mini clubman www.lotuschallengeseries.com

07-19-2008, 08:17 PM	#1303 (permalink)
robb373 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 436	Gumball Rally at ButtonWillow Hello Everyone, In case you were unaware, the Gumball 3000 will be making a stop at Buttonwillow on Saturday August 9th after our day ends. This is going to be great exposure for the LCS to a good potential customer. We would like to be able to have as many Lotus Challenge cars available to be on display in our paddock as possible from 5:30pm to 7:30pm in order to create hype for the series. It would also be a great experience to see the excitement for those who can stick around. We might even be able to wiggle our way into one of their raging after parties that night as well. Robb __________________ 2005 LOTUS CHALLENGE ELISE 2008 Ford F250 TT SD Tow Monster 2000 540i Sport Project to reach 450 hp soon 1977 Porsche Targa "S" w/ '83 SC motor www.lotuschallengeseries.com

07-20-2008, 08:28 AM	#1304 (permalink)
viloprods jackolantern Join Date: May 2006 Location: so.cal Posts: 90	gumball Whose the party animal? Victor

07-20-2008, 03:04 PM	#1306 (permalink)
jplotus Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 725 Images: 1	I gave you the letter at the event. They did not provide seperate certificates and they will verify with me your eligibilty. __________________ '07 255 lotus cup car red ;08 mini clubman www.lotuschallengeseries.com

07-20-2008, 04:52 PM	#1307 (permalink)
Pestodude '07 Black Exige S Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 473	Got it, thanks! __________________ Randy '07 Phntm Blk Exige S. Proalloy chargecooler, RLS IC tubes, Sector RTD brace, ForcedFed engine dampener, de-snorkle/ vel stack, cf side scoops/ mesh removed, algnmnt set up by Lucent in LA (machined control arms, etc), SS brake lines, 160 deg. thermo, Sector and "Stan's" shifter mod, "Stan's" clutch pedal mod, Voltphreaks 4.5lb battery, Stealth signal bulbs, blacked out turn side markers, 5 point harness

07-20-2008, 05:35 PM	#1308 (permalink)
jplotus Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 725 Images: 1	I just checked the speedventures site and we have 16 lotus signed up for btw. Please reply here if you are planning on attending. So far the event looks light and we might be able to run together if we get to 20 or so. There is a possibilty that two new cup cars will be joining us as well. Jim Kyle Manly Tim T. John S. Car?Post dramatic stress "marriage"?lol AJ Car ?Possible Dan R. Glen I. Vacation?=out Peter M. Cory Driving from Atlanta =Signed up Cade W. New Job John M. ff 380 Brent B.= Signed up Ryan H. Victor B - signed up __________________ '07 255 lotus cup car red ;08 mini clubman www.lotuschallengeseries.com Last edited by jplotus : 07-23-2008 at 05:18 AM.

07-20-2008, 05:53 PM	#1309 (permalink)
Pestodude '07 Black Exige S Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 473	I'm signed up. __________________ Randy '07 Phntm Blk Exige S. Proalloy chargecooler, RLS IC tubes, Sector RTD brace, ForcedFed engine dampener, de-snorkle/ vel stack, cf side scoops/ mesh removed, algnmnt set up by Lucent in LA (machined control arms, etc), SS brake lines, 160 deg. thermo, Sector and "Stan's" shifter mod, "Stan's" clutch pedal mod, Voltphreaks 4.5lb battery, Stealth signal bulbs, blacked out turn side markers, 5 point harness

07-20-2008, 07:08 PM	#1310 (permalink)
ZJChaser blah Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Laguna Hills, CA Posts: 2,187	car is finally going back together. should be assembled this week and then tuning in the next week or two following. __________________ AJ 06 Aspen White Exige - MWR Stage 4 motor : Exige S manifolds : MP62 : CharlieX Tune : FF 10psi pulley : RLS IC and pipes : Walbro 255 : RC550cc : Moroso Pan : VonHep Single : WR Race Header : JRZ DA Race Coilovers...(tons of other goodies)... 267hp/167tq at the wheels : Dyno

07-20-2008, 07:37 PM	#1311 (permalink)
cory1000 Help!!!! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Shaker Heights, OH Posts: 1,535	I didnt sign up yet, will do it tomorrow. Also, im driving from OH to SC to pickup the new trailer I just bought, driving to GA to pickup the Exige, Driving to Vegas to meet up with you guys, driving to Buttonwillow for the race, driving back to Pahrump to leave the car at the track, then driving back to Ohio! Little over 5500 miles __________________ 2007 GG Exige S - Sold 2005 CO Elise - Sold

07-20-2008, 08:35 PM	#1314 (permalink)
jplotus Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 725 Images: 1	Ok i see Mark G. signed up and Cory tomorrow. Just a few to go. Jim __________________ '07 255 lotus cup car red ;08 mini clubman www.lotuschallengeseries.com

07-20-2008, 09:25 PM	#1315 (permalink)
Brent Bauman right seat driver Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tustin Ranch, Ca Posts: 487	Just registered.

07-20-2008, 11:15 PM	#1317 (permalink)
plastique999 Form and Function Join Date: May 2008 Location: Diamond Bar, CA Posts: 1,362	I assume just register on the SV site, and I'll be in the LCS automatically? __________________ www.FaceNBody.com 2005 Lotus Elise: Larini SE exhaust,HID's,turn signals delete,rear fins delete, CFside scoops, CFbinnacle,CFcenter console,Zoom CF mirror,Gut Aero wing,Gut front splitter,CF 5-element diffusor,Exige mesh, Ohlins DA,RAC monolites,Toyo R888's,Pagid RS Blues,CO painted calipers,SS lines,Reverie XC CF seat, Reverie CF steering wheel,V force harness bar,Schroth Profi II 6 pt harness,shifter re-Enforcer, BWR key to BWR S/C! 2007 E63 M6 (many mods...)

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