Want to autoX in Southern California advice - LotusTalk

Illumiloti · 10-14-2009, 12:41 AM

I've done a lot of track days (LCS, speed ventures,etc) but would like to try autocross. Can anybody lead me to where I can get info on events in SoCal? What is required in terms of safety equipment? How do the classifications work? If someone is doing an upcoming event, let me know. I'd love to have a fellow LT'er out there with me to show me the ropes.

knucklehead · 10-14-2009, 12:54 AM

There's really only two places to go both run by SCCA. Cal Speedway and Qualcom. There's an occasional event at El Toro airbase. Not sure who's competing in LA. Randy Chase and a few others compete in San Diego.

A great opportunity will be at the WCLM in Vegas. The GGLC will be organizing the autocross and they do a great job. You'll be going against a bunch of other Lotus cars. Some hardcore racers and some there just to have fun.

cheers,
Jacob

Illumiloti · 10-14-2009, 08:51 AM

Do I have to be a card carrying member of the scca? What about at Qualcom? Any websites I can go to to find more info?

knucklehead · 10-14-2009, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Illumiloti

Do I have to be a card carrying member of the scca? What about at Qualcom? Any websites I can go to to find more info?

You'll have to join each region you decide to run with and I think a club. Robert Puertas would be the best one to ask. It's been a couple of years for me, so I don't remember the particulars.

drj1 · 10-14-2009, 10:59 AM

Here's the website for Calclub:
California Sports Car Club - Solo - SCCA

I'm just starting out with my Elise SC. I've entered my first competition at California Speedway on the 25th. The people in the club seem friendly and willing to give advice. Getting the classification right has been a bit of a problem for me because of the supercharger. I've entered into ASP but also PAX NOVICE. I'm still not sure if that is right but I guess I'll find out on the 25th. Come on out and check it out. I'll be happy to share anything I learn. Look for the ice white Elise (#234) with the confused guy hanging around it!

John

knucklehead · 10-14-2009, 11:10 AM

FYI when I ran with the CalClub most of the Lotus belonged to the PSCC

m_beale1 · 10-14-2009, 02:03 PM

Link to San Diego website:

San Diego Region -- Solo 2

Randy Chase · 10-14-2009, 02:21 PM

Come out with me the next event. I have been recently again running in Los Angeles too.

We are done at El Toro for 2009. We have some events coming up in Fontana. And yes, at Qualcomm. All good venues.

Slipstreamer · 10-14-2009, 03:43 PM

You'll be running with John (drj1) with his Elise SC in ASP. There was another 2007 Exige S in ASP (street tires, also another class) but he recently sold his car. Two other Elises (Chrome Orange & some sort of green-Randy Chase's former car) also runs in ASP.

I have an '05 NA Elise and will be running in SS (Super Stock) with semi-race compound (R888 tires) with open diff & no T/C.

See you threre.

Tony

Quote:

Originally Posted by Illumiloti

I've done a lot of track days (LCS, speed ventures,etc) but would like to try autocross. Can anybody lead me to where I can get info on events in SoCal? What is required in terms of safety equipment? How do the classifications work? If someone is doing an upcoming event, let me know. I'd love to have a fellow LT'er out there with me to show me the ropes.

Randy Chase · 10-14-2009, 04:10 PM

I intend on running these events-

October 25 Championship Fontana
Nov 8 San Diego
Nov 15th Fontana ???
Nov 27th Fontana ???
Nov 29th Fontana ???

There is a school event on Nov 14th at Fontana and I recommend newer people take advantage of this. It will sell out

California Sports Car Club - Solo - SCCA

Note practices typically sell out and sometimes very rapidly, as in a couple days.

knucklehead · 10-14-2009, 05:01 PM

Randy aren't you going to the WCLM on Nov 5-8

10-14-2009, 12:41 AM	#1 (permalink)
Illumiloti (Formerly PESTODUDE) Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 692	Want to autoX in Southern California advice I've done a lot of track days (LCS, speed ventures,etc) but would like to try autocross. Can anybody lead me to where I can get info on events in SoCal? What is required in terms of safety equipment? How do the classifications work? If someone is doing an upcoming event, let me know. I'd love to have a fellow LT'er out there with me to show me the ropes. __________________ Randy '07 Phntm Blk Exige S. Proalloy chargecooler, RLS IC tubes, Sector RTD brace, Manly's motor mounts, cup air box, CF Sector front splitter, wing, and side scoops/ mesh removed, SS brake lines, Sector and "Stan's" shifter mod, "Stan's" clutch pedal mod, Voltphreaks 4.5lb battery, Gotham tune.

10-14-2009, 12:54 AM	#2 (permalink)
knucklehead TWRD & Blip advertising Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Marina del Rey, CA Posts: 3,835	There's really only two places to go both run by SCCA. Cal Speedway and Qualcom. There's an occasional event at El Toro airbase. Not sure who's competing in LA. Randy Chase and a few others compete in San Diego. A great opportunity will be at the WCLM in Vegas. The GGLC will be organizing the autocross and they do a great job. You'll be going against a bunch of other Lotus cars. Some hardcore racers and some there just to have fun. cheers, Jacob __________________ Jacob Join Lotuscar.ning.com for LA Lotus social events 05 Exise, 2bular 6 inch exhaust. BWR double adjustable Penske shocks, Hypercoil springs, HIDs, BWR front sway bar, Light weight PC680 battery w/BWR brace, BWR Black badges and wheel centers, Custom SCC paint job, SCC OEM Exige mesh kit and Exige rear clam details, LSD, Lotus sport clutch and light weight fly wheel. Sector front splitter. Stebel horn. Multivex Mirrors. Volk CE28 wheels

10-14-2009, 08:51 AM	#3 (permalink)
Illumiloti (Formerly PESTODUDE) Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 692	Do I have to be a card carrying member of the scca? What about at Qualcom? Any websites I can go to to find more info? __________________ Randy '07 Phntm Blk Exige S. Proalloy chargecooler, RLS IC tubes, Sector RTD brace, Manly's motor mounts, cup air box, CF Sector front splitter, wing, and side scoops/ mesh removed, SS brake lines, Sector and "Stan's" shifter mod, "Stan's" clutch pedal mod, Voltphreaks 4.5lb battery, Gotham tune.

10-14-2009, 11:10 AM	#6 (permalink)
knucklehead TWRD & Blip advertising Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Marina del Rey, CA Posts: 3,835	FYI when I ran with the CalClub most of the Lotus belonged to the PSCC __________________ Jacob Join Lotuscar.ning.com for LA Lotus social events 05 Exise, 2bular 6 inch exhaust. BWR double adjustable Penske shocks, Hypercoil springs, HIDs, BWR front sway bar, Light weight PC680 battery w/BWR brace, BWR Black badges and wheel centers, Custom SCC paint job, SCC OEM Exige mesh kit and Exige rear clam details, LSD, Lotus sport clutch and light weight fly wheel. Sector front splitter. Stebel horn. Multivex Mirrors. Volk CE28 wheels

10-14-2009, 02:03 PM	#7 (permalink)
m_beale1 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 75	Link to San Diego website: San Diego Region -- Solo 2 __________________ Mike 2005 Arctic Silver Elise San Diego, CA

10-14-2009, 10:59 AM	#5 (permalink)
drj1 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 10	Here's the website for Calclub: California Sports Car Club - Solo - SCCA I'm just starting out with my Elise SC. I've entered my first competition at California Speedway on the 25th. The people in the club seem friendly and willing to give advice. Getting the classification right has been a bit of a problem for me because of the supercharger. I've entered into ASP but also PAX NOVICE. I'm still not sure if that is right but I guess I'll find out on the 25th. Come on out and check it out. I'll be happy to share anything I learn. Look for the ice white Elise (#234) with the confused guy hanging around it! John

10-14-2009, 02:21 PM	#8 (permalink)
Randy Chase Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: San Diego and where ever the roads lead Posts: 28,174 Images: 761	Come out with me the next event. I have been recently again running in Los Angeles too. We are done at El Toro for 2009. We have some events coming up in Fontana. And yes, at Qualcomm. All good venues. __________________ * V E R I T A S * A E Q U I T A S * No Longer the ADMIN here, please do not PM me asking for help. Thanks! 2006 Noble M400. Getrag tranny, Quaiffe LSD, Hinged clams. Duratec dual turbo V6. Hoosier 315-18 tires. 2350 pounds. Over 500hp. Track weapon. 2009 Rossion Q1. Monaco Orange. Wing. Black leather/Alcantara with orange stitching. The street car. In build: 2009 Toniq R (300whp? 1100 pounds?). Chrome Orange. Lexus GX-470 tow vehicle.

10-14-2009, 04:10 PM	#10 (permalink)
Randy Chase Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: San Diego and where ever the roads lead Posts: 28,174 Images: 761	I intend on running these events- October 25 Championship Fontana Nov 8 San Diego Nov 15th Fontana ??? Nov 27th Fontana ??? Nov 29th Fontana ??? There is a school event on Nov 14th at Fontana and I recommend newer people take advantage of this. It will sell out California Sports Car Club - Solo - SCCA Note practices typically sell out and sometimes very rapidly, as in a couple days. __________________ * V E R I T A S * A E Q U I T A S * No Longer the ADMIN here, please do not PM me asking for help. Thanks! 2006 Noble M400. Getrag tranny, Quaiffe LSD, Hinged clams. Duratec dual turbo V6. Hoosier 315-18 tires. 2350 pounds. Over 500hp. Track weapon. 2009 Rossion Q1. Monaco Orange. Wing. Black leather/Alcantara with orange stitching. The street car. In build: 2009 Toniq R (300whp? 1100 pounds?). Chrome Orange. Lexus GX-470 tow vehicle.

10-14-2009, 05:01 PM	#11 (permalink)
knucklehead TWRD & Blip advertising Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Marina del Rey, CA Posts: 3,835	Randy aren't you going to the WCLM on Nov 5-8 __________________ Jacob Join Lotuscar.ning.com for LA Lotus social events 05 Exise, 2bular 6 inch exhaust. BWR double adjustable Penske shocks, Hypercoil springs, HIDs, BWR front sway bar, Light weight PC680 battery w/BWR brace, BWR Black badges and wheel centers, Custom SCC paint job, SCC OEM Exige mesh kit and Exige rear clam details, LSD, Lotus sport clutch and light weight fly wheel. Sector front splitter. Stebel horn. Multivex Mirrors. Volk CE28 wheels

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