| Storm | 05-12-2005 09:48 PM |
We'll be at Mid-Ohio all weekend helping where needed!!!!!!!
I might even talk my partner into driving the racecar down......Hey Scott....feel like fitting a manifold that weekend?!?! ;)
Jay Storm
I might even talk my partner into driving the racecar down......Hey Scott....feel like fitting a manifold that weekend?!?! ;)
Jay Storm
| DILLIGAF Racing | 05-12-2005 10:01 PM |
Is Irish Mikes running at MidOhio?
| DILLIGAF Racing | 05-12-2005 10:03 PM |
Nevermind, found out he is.
| Suburban | 05-15-2005 02:02 PM |
[[email�protected]]
We are starting to sell stickers, shirts, and hats, maybe for a certain amount (donation) you would get one or the other, or maybe all of the above.[/QUOTE]
I was going to ask about shirts and hats. Will these be available on the Irish Mike's website?
We are starting to sell stickers, shirts, and hats, maybe for a certain amount (donation) you would get one or the other, or maybe all of the above.[/QUOTE]
I was going to ask about shirts and hats. Will these be available on the Irish Mike's website?
| favcar26 | 05-16-2005 05:23 PM |
They mite be selling hats and shirts at the track. You would have to ask Scott he will be there.
| [email�protected] | 05-16-2005 08:24 PM |
Yes we are currently working on a vendor page off our website so we can sell hats, shirts, stickers, and even parts (new and old). Be patient and hopefully we can have it up with in the next month.
Hope to see a bunch of Subie supporters at Mid-Ohio, we are leaving in the morning to be there by Wed. morning.
We have done a ton of suspension work in the last month with pick-up points and spring rates, so lets hope its right for the track (we have never been there).
Thank you, Scott
Irish Mikes Racing
Hope to see a bunch of Subie supporters at Mid-Ohio, we are leaving in the morning to be there by Wed. morning.
We have done a ton of suspension work in the last month with pick-up points and spring rates, so lets hope its right for the track (we have never been there).
Thank you, Scott
Irish Mikes Racing
| javid | 05-17-2005 08:52 AM |
Anyone have a number for the IM Racing crew while on the road? They are headed to Atlanta and I owe Mike n crew dinner.
Thanks
Thanks
| javid | 05-17-2005 12:21 PM |
^^^^ resolved.
Good luck this weekend guys.
Good luck this weekend guys.
| Subi Chicky | 05-17-2005 12:25 PM |
Good to see Irish Mike getting some love. I've been a big fan since the guy was racing Mercedes and Audis.
| javid | 05-17-2005 01:01 PM |
I caught mike at Daytona for the enduros. The Mercedes seemed to be in good shape, running 2:17s.
| ArtGecko | 05-17-2005 09:19 PM |
We'll be heading down to Mid-Ohio for Sunday's events. I'll look you guys up. Ed and Jay can vouch for me (or maybe tell ya they've never seen me before. ;))
Good luck, and enjoy Mid-Ohio!
Steve
<---smorris
Good luck, and enjoy Mid-Ohio!
Steve
<---smorris
| roadracer | 05-18-2005 01:14 PM |
Since I did not get to travel with the team for this race at Mid-Ohio, anyone who can get me some good quality photos of the the racecar on track and/or the team in the paddock, I will see if I can incorporate them into our race log on Irish Mike's Racing. You can contact me at [email][email�protected][/email]. Thanks.
| Ru fan | 05-18-2005 02:14 PM |
Anybody need crew for LRP?
Seth E. :alien:
Seth E. :alien:
| roadracer | 05-22-2005 11:33 AM |
The initial reports from Mid-Ohio from the SCCA Pro Race Notes:
"9:19:30 AM � No. 18 Baker�s Audi stalled at start of formation lap and lost position. He will start from pit lane.
9:22:21 AM (Working Lap 1) � GREEN. No. 73 (pole) moves as lights go on and stops. Multiple cars involved in incident at turn one. No. 10 Pilla, No. 74 Crescentini, No. 22 Stewart, No. 48 Herr and No. 26 Flynn sustain major damage. No. 99 McKee is in the grass but continues. No. 49 Peterson is stopped as well. No. 34 Esayian sustains minor damage. Full course YELLOW. No. 98 Stretch leads.
9:25:06 AM (Working Lap 2) � YELLOW. Incident appeared to start when No. 48 and No. 74 made side to side contact exiting turn one."
Not much more can be said at this point.
"9:19:30 AM � No. 18 Baker�s Audi stalled at start of formation lap and lost position. He will start from pit lane.
9:22:21 AM (Working Lap 1) � GREEN. No. 73 (pole) moves as lights go on and stops. Multiple cars involved in incident at turn one. No. 10 Pilla, No. 74 Crescentini, No. 22 Stewart, No. 48 Herr and No. 26 Flynn sustain major damage. No. 99 McKee is in the grass but continues. No. 49 Peterson is stopped as well. No. 34 Esayian sustains minor damage. Full course YELLOW. No. 98 Stretch leads.
9:25:06 AM (Working Lap 2) � YELLOW. Incident appeared to start when No. 48 and No. 74 made side to side contact exiting turn one."
Not much more can be said at this point.
| zzyzx | 05-22-2005 01:13 PM |
Crash/DNF.
| PhilC | 05-22-2005 04:38 PM |
We made it down in time to hear the start and grab our places at the Esses. By the time the field got to us they were already under full course caution and Irish Mike wasn't in the running.
I didn't actually get to see the car, they were loading it up during the first hour of the ALMS race and we had left paddock to go watch that race. Sounded like the left front was pretty mangled.
The good news is that the team heard this morning that they will be allowed to use a 6-speed in the car next time out.
To all at Irish Mike's, it was good to meet you guys and sorry your race didn't go better. Unfortunately we'll be in Oscoda for the Pro Solo when you're in our hometown in June. That's what Tivo is for I guess.
I didn't actually get to see the car, they were loading it up during the first hour of the ALMS race and we had left paddock to go watch that race. Sounded like the left front was pretty mangled.
The good news is that the team heard this morning that they will be allowed to use a 6-speed in the car next time out.
To all at Irish Mike's, it was good to meet you guys and sorry your race didn't go better. Unfortunately we'll be in Oscoda for the Pro Solo when you're in our hometown in June. That's what Tivo is for I guess.
| baileypicks24 | 05-22-2005 05:10 PM |
[QUOTE=zzyzx]Crash/DNF.[/QUOTE]
:( :( :(
:( :( :(
| Storm | 05-22-2005 08:54 PM |
What a great time! The crew at IMR is top notch.....nice group of guys. We had a great time hangin with them. The race kinda sucked and the damage is substantial.....I didn't think we'd be hanging off the trunk to keep the rotor off the ground while towing them back to the trailer but at least they got some good news from the officials beforehand. We as a group need to come out and support these guys whenever possible. Hopefully we'll see them in Cleveland......I owe them some grilled steaks!
Jay Storm
Jay Storm
| [email�protected] | 05-23-2005 10:10 AM |
hey guys,
WAIT TIL YOU SEE THIS ACCIDENT ON T.V. This was some nascar ****. We just happened to be at the wrong place. Qualified 25th, off the start Mike jumped 7 spots, and if you have ever seen the track in person, there is virtually no room on the front straight and first turn, but we felt good. Just got caught up in someone elses mess.
The reason for the bad Qualifing place, is we broke 1 tranny, and 2 rear ends, so set up time was virtually none existant. But we did manage to break into the 37's after starting the week at 41's. And that was our first time there.
The suspension changes we made are incredible, made a huge difference, so its only going to get better.
SCCA is starting to work with us a little, so watch for more RELIABILITY!
I wanted to thank everyone who came out and supported us, and Jay and Ed for camping out with the SUBARU flag flying.
we have a lot of work to get the car fixed in the 3 weeks for Cleveland, but we plan to show up fulling prepared, I need everyone that can come out to do it, and show Subaru support, so that SCCA sees you have our back, and WE are NOT going anywhere.
Thank you guys
Scott, IMR
WAIT TIL YOU SEE THIS ACCIDENT ON T.V. This was some nascar ****. We just happened to be at the wrong place. Qualified 25th, off the start Mike jumped 7 spots, and if you have ever seen the track in person, there is virtually no room on the front straight and first turn, but we felt good. Just got caught up in someone elses mess.
The reason for the bad Qualifing place, is we broke 1 tranny, and 2 rear ends, so set up time was virtually none existant. But we did manage to break into the 37's after starting the week at 41's. And that was our first time there.
The suspension changes we made are incredible, made a huge difference, so its only going to get better.
SCCA is starting to work with us a little, so watch for more RELIABILITY!
I wanted to thank everyone who came out and supported us, and Jay and Ed for camping out with the SUBARU flag flying.
we have a lot of work to get the car fixed in the 3 weeks for Cleveland, but we plan to show up fulling prepared, I need everyone that can come out to do it, and show Subaru support, so that SCCA sees you have our back, and WE are NOT going anywhere.
Thank you guys
Scott, IMR
| jcroy66 | 05-23-2005 10:27 AM |
As Phil said, we really enjoyed getting to meet you guys Sunday morning. In case you don't have a clue who we are, we were the guy and gal who came over with Ed and Jay after the Touring car race. :) Very sorry that the weekend ended the way it did for you guys. :(
We'd love to come out to Burke Lakefront next month, but that's the weekend of the Oscoda ProSolo, so we'll be leaving town Friday morning and won't be back till Sunday night. If you guys get in on Thursday though, definitely let us know!! We'll take you out for drinks. :)
We'd love to come out to Burke Lakefront next month, but that's the weekend of the Oscoda ProSolo, so we'll be leaving town Friday morning and won't be back till Sunday night. If you guys get in on Thursday though, definitely let us know!! We'll take you out for drinks. :)
| Butt Dyno | 05-23-2005 10:29 AM |
Why can't SWC go to VIR? :(
| kfoote | 05-23-2005 03:48 PM |
[QUOTE=ButtDyno]Why can't SWC go to VIR? :([/QUOTE]
Because no one showed up to watch at VIR in 2002.
Because no one showed up to watch at VIR in 2002.
| ArtGecko | 05-23-2005 05:32 PM |
Hey, it was good to briefly see you guys! I was there with Ed and Jay when you brought the fender piece in on the scooter, and then took off in the rental Buick to tow the car. :)
Hopefully, we can all get together once you get to Cleveland. I've never been to the GP there, but I'll try to make it to see SWC again!
Steve
Hopefully, we can all get together once you get to Cleveland. I've never been to the GP there, but I'll try to make it to see SWC again!
Steve
| Storm | 05-23-2005 06:30 PM |
The Buick couldn't get the job done so we fired up our truck and went down to pull them back to the rig. The front end was digging in the ground so they had to "rally ballast" the car with a couple people (my fat arse included) to minimize the damage to the new rotor and caliper. Worked pretty good too.....musta been the BBQ from the night before!!!! Only too happy to pitch in and help out!
Jay Storm
Jay Storm
| doghauler | 05-23-2005 08:13 PM |
Hey guys, I was so sorry to see what happened this weekend. I was the guy from New Jersey. Scott and Mike are great guys, to say the least. The start was amazing, Mike had a great jump going down the straight! It was the worst scenario, to get caught up in other peoples mess.
Jay, it was good talking with you, wish I could make it to Cleveland, but Lime Rock is my next event.
Scott, let me now if you guys need any help July 4th weekend. I don't know a wrench from a hammer, but I'm a decent gopher. By the way, thanks for the fender! It is going to look great on the wall! :lol:
I've got a few pics, I will get them up this week if anyone wants to see them.
Brian
Jay, it was good talking with you, wish I could make it to Cleveland, but Lime Rock is my next event.
Scott, let me now if you guys need any help July 4th weekend. I don't know a wrench from a hammer, but I'm a decent gopher. By the way, thanks for the fender! It is going to look great on the wall! :lol:
I've got a few pics, I will get them up this week if anyone wants to see them.
Brian
| ArtGecko | 05-23-2005 08:31 PM |
Oh, you ended up with the fender, Brian? That was me standing there talking to you, Ed and Jay. Just before you left, I took off to catch the start of the ALMS race.
Steve (and smorris on every other Subie board)
Steve (and smorris on every other Subie board)
| Storm | 05-23-2005 09:10 PM |
Nice meeting to you too Brian. We missed the start of the ALMS race, but it was worth it regardless. We'll be in Peru beating on BMWs July 4th....so maybe next year we'll meetup again unless theres a relatively close subiechallenge that fits our schedule.
[QUOTE=ArtGecko]Oh, you ended up with the fender, Brian? [/QUOTE]
I insisted that Brian take the fender since we made one almost just like that....I know all too well what they look like! :( :lol:
Jay Storm
[QUOTE=ArtGecko]Oh, you ended up with the fender, Brian? [/QUOTE]
I insisted that Brian take the fender since we made one almost just like that....I know all too well what they look like! :( :lol:
Jay Storm
| roadracer | 06-02-2005 05:23 PM |
I was by the race shop yesterday. Mike was attaching a new left front corner to the WRX. The incident at Mid-Ohio took out the hood, left front fender, oil cooler, left front shock, not to mention the left front wheel, rotor, and all the good suspension parts that go with keeping the left front wheel in the proper position. The good new out of all of this, (if you can call any of it good news) was that the frame was not bent, so repairs are being made. Plans are to be in Cleveland and run the Cleveland Grand Prix on June 25 and then pack up everything and head directly to Lime Rock for that race on July 2. Both races are on Saturday. Come out and give us some support and by all means, contact your Subaru dealers and Subaru of America and let them know you are out there. Thanks
Sam Watkins
Irish Mike's Racing
Sam Watkins
Irish Mike's Racing
| pio!pio! | 06-02-2005 05:28 PM |
I read a rumor somewhere (maybe this thread) that you might be allowed to run a 6spd for improved reliability. Any update to that or any other technical changes?
| DILLIGAF Racing | 06-02-2005 05:42 PM |
I noticed in the televised race, that the Tri-Point cars are running sequential gear boxes. I don't like that, but are you guys running one too? Or did I just see things?
| solo2wrx | 06-02-2005 05:59 PM |
I am looking forward to seeing your car run at Lime Rock. It will be the first World Challenge race I will have been to in about 2 years. I will be there crewing for James Safronas in the GT class.
| pio!pio! | 06-02-2005 07:25 PM |
[QUOTE=DILLIGAF Racing]I noticed in the televised race, that the Tri-Point cars are running sequential gear boxes. I don't like that, but are you guys running one too? Or did I just see things?[/QUOTE]
They run one cuz the stock gearbox can't take racing conditions...
Although Team RTR's Spec V used the same H pattern gearbox w/ just a reinforced 3rd gear..
They run one cuz the stock gearbox can't take racing conditions...
Although Team RTR's Spec V used the same H pattern gearbox w/ just a reinforced 3rd gear..
| [email�protected] | 06-02-2005 09:21 PM |
The proposal for the 6sp box was set aside for (other) tranny options today. So no we are not going to use that gear box. But we are working on something with SCCA, so stay tuned to the VTS sheet.
The body is back to normal, and paint is being applied tonight. Yes, we are definitely going to Cleveland, and as long as it remains together, we are going straight to Lime Rock.
Hope to see you there,
Scott, Irish Mikes Racing
The body is back to normal, and paint is being applied tonight. Yes, we are definitely going to Cleveland, and as long as it remains together, we are going straight to Lime Rock.
Hope to see you there,
Scott, Irish Mikes Racing
| PhilC | 06-02-2005 10:31 PM |
Bummer, I thought you guys had the 6 speed and the R180 rear in with the officials after Mid-Ohio. I'm really sorry that I can't be at the Cleveland race since that's even more local to us than Mid-Ohio but we'll be out of town. If you want support you may want to try posting something on [url]www.lersoc.com[/url] which is the local lake Erie region Subaru club. It's tough to get most of those guys out to an autocross but they may show up to provide support for an event where they don't have to drive. Cascade Subaru in the NE-Ohio area has provided discounts and some support to the local Subaru club and may be worth contacting for the race in June. We'll be leaving for Oscoda early Friday but if you guys are in town Thursday night you should definitely hit Jay, Ed and us up for a night on the town.
| Storm | 06-02-2005 11:55 PM |
Now that it's a done deal that IMR is coming to Cleveland....I'll start a thread on LERSOC about getting some kind of big meet together.
Scott, please bring that box of parts to Cleveland! :)
Jay Storm
Scott, please bring that box of parts to Cleveland! :)
Jay Storm
| Homemade WRX | 06-03-2005 12:01 AM |
one idea for a shifter that may or may not help... [url]http://www.takakaira.com/performance/main.html[/url]
found it one night looking for a shifter for my old 94 impreza... figured it was a cool find that may be useful one day
that is if they have one for you
found it one night looking for a shifter for my old 94 impreza... figured it was a cool find that may be useful one day
that is if they have one for you
| Bundyboyz | 06-03-2005 12:16 AM |
saw the crash on speed tv... if it's possible or maybe I didn't even notice it but...
could we add the speed touring car series to one of the sticky's so everyone knows the showtimes easier then naving this 9 page thread....
Keep up the good work, I was stoked to see a WRX in there.
could we add the speed touring car series to one of the sticky's so everyone knows the showtimes easier then naving this 9 page thread....
Keep up the good work, I was stoked to see a WRX in there.
| MattDell | 06-03-2005 12:38 AM |
Wow, Cleveland is only 4 hours away. It's tempting to go watch (and photograph).
Speed needs to get either BeaveRun or Summit Point on the race schedule! My home is 15 minutes from Summit Point. :devil:
-Matt
Speed needs to get either BeaveRun or Summit Point on the race schedule! My home is 15 minutes from Summit Point. :devil:
-Matt
| AndyRoo | 06-03-2005 09:56 AM |
[QUOTE=MattDell]Wow, Cleveland is only 4 hours away. It's tempting to go watch (and photograph).
Speed needs to get either BeaveRun or Summit Point on the race schedule! My home is 15 minutes from Summit Point. :devil:
-Matt[/QUOTE]
word...a summit point race would rule!
- andrew
Speed needs to get either BeaveRun or Summit Point on the race schedule! My home is 15 minutes from Summit Point. :devil:
-Matt[/QUOTE]
word...a summit point race would rule!
- andrew
| Homemade WRX | 06-03-2005 11:44 AM |
[QUOTE=AndyRoo]word...a summit point race would rule!
- andrew[/QUOTE]
I would be there for sure....although VIR is closer...
- andrew[/QUOTE]
I would be there for sure....although VIR is closer...
| WTypeRogerX | 06-04-2005 11:51 PM |
Too bad for the Mid-Ohio DNF. I know you guys said you only plan on racing the East coast events, but I hope you will consider the Denver GP as we are the Subaru capital of the world (and boost is a nice advantage at this altitude) and I will be working that event with SCCA again for the 4th year (but first time SWC will be here).
| jslegacy | 06-04-2005 11:54 PM |
[QUOTE=MattDell]Wow, Cleveland is only 4 hours away. It's tempting to go watch (and photograph).
Speed needs to get either BeaveRun or Summit Point on the race schedule! My home is 15 minutes from Summit Point. :devil:
-Matt[/QUOTE]
do it dude, i will be there!!!!
Speed needs to get either BeaveRun or Summit Point on the race schedule! My home is 15 minutes from Summit Point. :devil:
-Matt[/QUOTE]
do it dude, i will be there!!!!
| jslegacy | 06-04-2005 11:55 PM |
[[email�protected]]The 6 speed was denied today. So no we are not going to use that gear box. But we are working on something with SCCA, so stay tuned to the VTS sheet.
The body is back to normal, and paint is being applied tonight. Yes, we are definitely going to Cleveland, and as long as it remains together, we are going straight to Lime Rock.
Hope to see you there,
Scott, Irish Mikes Racing[/QUOTE]
sweet hopefully i can actually get some photos of you guys on track and make some money :) see you guys there in 3 weeks.
The body is back to normal, and paint is being applied tonight. Yes, we are definitely going to Cleveland, and as long as it remains together, we are going straight to Lime Rock.
Hope to see you there,
Scott, Irish Mikes Racing[/QUOTE]
sweet hopefully i can actually get some photos of you guys on track and make some money :) see you guys there in 3 weeks.
| MO REX | 06-06-2005 06:37 PM |
Maybe we should start a thread that asks people to write SOA and recommend that they sponsor IM and his Subaru. I don't know how these things work but I would think that if enough people wrote it might help.
| Butt Dyno | 06-06-2005 06:45 PM |
FWIW, I mentioned this thread to a local SOA rep at a meet and he had heard of the team and the effort and said he would mention it.
| [email�protected] | 06-06-2005 07:40 PM |
We are currently working with SCCA and Subaru for some kind of program for next year with new and (different) cars. The thing is Subaru does not seem 100% confident with Subies and road racing. Subaru needs to hear how much the people want to see it in road racing and not just the drag strip or the woods.
Subaru needs to see how it has grown on the tarmac side, no matter if its road racing, solo events or anywhere else we can stick it.
The thing is the car is a really good chassis, even for tarmac, just learning how to use it and finding the weak spots is the key. We have learned more in the past 4 months than we learned in the last 2 years. It is most certaintly going to get better and faster as the season goes on and we hope to be a full fledged competitive car(s) running up front next year.
We plan to run the FULL season next year with a full team and Subaru support. We just need the same support from you guys and every other Subie owner out there and it will work it self out.
The car is coming along and should be 100% by next friday.
so hope to see you out there,
Scott, Irish Mikes Racing
Subaru needs to see how it has grown on the tarmac side, no matter if its road racing, solo events or anywhere else we can stick it.
The thing is the car is a really good chassis, even for tarmac, just learning how to use it and finding the weak spots is the key. We have learned more in the past 4 months than we learned in the last 2 years. It is most certaintly going to get better and faster as the season goes on and we hope to be a full fledged competitive car(s) running up front next year.
We plan to run the FULL season next year with a full team and Subaru support. We just need the same support from you guys and every other Subie owner out there and it will work it self out.
The car is coming along and should be 100% by next friday.
so hope to see you out there,
Scott, Irish Mikes Racing
| Homemade WRX | 06-06-2005 09:08 PM |
the team and car are mentioned in this months SCC too...
| dowroa | 06-08-2005 08:12 PM |
[[email�protected]]We are currently working with SCCA and Subaru for some kind of program for next year with new and (different) cars. The thing is Subaru does not seem 100% confident with Subies and road racing. Subaru needs to hear how much the people want to see it in road racing and not just the drag strip or the woods.
Subaru needs to see how it has grown on the tarmac side, no matter if its road racing, solo events or anywhere else we can stick it.
The thing is the car is a really good chassis, even for tarmac, just learning how to use it and finding the weak spots is the key. We have learned more in the past 4 months than we learned in the last 2 years. It is most certaintly going to get better and faster as the season goes on and we hope to be a full fledged competitive car(s) running up front next year.
We plan to run the FULL season next year with a full team and Subaru support. We just need the same support from you guys and every other Subie owner out there and it will work it self out.
The car is coming along and should be 100% by next friday.
so hope to see you out there,
Scott, Irish Mikes Racing[/QUOTE]
My God. If they actually went road racing with the WRX/STi, MAYBE we would have some domestic Subaru parts that DIDNT cost an arm and a leg.
I am ALL for Subies on the tarmac. My STi was purchased and taken to SUbie sponsored events with only ONE purpose in mind.
If you are going to make the cars, at least support them Subaru!!! :)
spec C Spec C SPEC C!!! :D
- dow
Subaru needs to see how it has grown on the tarmac side, no matter if its road racing, solo events or anywhere else we can stick it.
The thing is the car is a really good chassis, even for tarmac, just learning how to use it and finding the weak spots is the key. We have learned more in the past 4 months than we learned in the last 2 years. It is most certaintly going to get better and faster as the season goes on and we hope to be a full fledged competitive car(s) running up front next year.
We plan to run the FULL season next year with a full team and Subaru support. We just need the same support from you guys and every other Subie owner out there and it will work it self out.
The car is coming along and should be 100% by next friday.
so hope to see you out there,
Scott, Irish Mikes Racing[/QUOTE]
My God. If they actually went road racing with the WRX/STi, MAYBE we would have some domestic Subaru parts that DIDNT cost an arm and a leg.
I am ALL for Subies on the tarmac. My STi was purchased and taken to SUbie sponsored events with only ONE purpose in mind.
If you are going to make the cars, at least support them Subaru!!! :)
spec C Spec C SPEC C!!! :D
- dow
| Storm | 06-08-2005 09:25 PM |
The keywords in the above statement are [I][B]"new and different"[/B][/I]. The WRX and STi were both designed for rally. I think IMR is looking at a "touring sedan" that may be better suited for tarmac use......
Jay Storm
Jay Storm
| Homemade WRX | 06-08-2005 10:01 PM |
well, the spec c was tested and designed more so for tarmac than any other subie...IMHO
and I think subaru should back it up, because I can see the tarmac events on TV...the rally ones aren't on tv really
and I think subaru should back it up, because I can see the tarmac events on TV...the rally ones aren't on tv really
| Opie | 06-08-2005 10:23 PM |
[[email�protected]]We are currently working with SCCA and Subaru for some kind of program for next year with new and (different) cars. The thing is Subaru does not seem 100% confident with Subies and road racing. Subaru needs to hear how much the people want to see it in road racing and not just the drag strip or the woods.
Subaru needs to see how it has grown on the tarmac side, no matter if its road racing, solo events or anywhere else we can stick it.
The thing is the car is a really good chassis, even for tarmac, just learning how to use it and finding the weak spots is the key. We have learned more in the past 4 months than we learned in the last 2 years. It is most certaintly going to get better and faster as the season goes on and we hope to be a full fledged competitive car(s) running up front next year.
We plan to run the FULL season next year with a full team and Subaru support. We just need the same support from you guys and every other Subie owner out there and it will work it self out.
The car is coming along and should be 100% by next friday.
so hope to see you out there,
Scott, Irish Mikes Racing[/QUOTE]
This is great to hear! :D I will keep mentioning you guys to the S.O.A. marketing guys that I assist with the Subaru Challenge events. Hopefully we'll see some factory backed Legacy's in W.C. Touring next year! ;)
Subaru needs to see how it has grown on the tarmac side, no matter if its road racing, solo events or anywhere else we can stick it.
The thing is the car is a really good chassis, even for tarmac, just learning how to use it and finding the weak spots is the key. We have learned more in the past 4 months than we learned in the last 2 years. It is most certaintly going to get better and faster as the season goes on and we hope to be a full fledged competitive car(s) running up front next year.
We plan to run the FULL season next year with a full team and Subaru support. We just need the same support from you guys and every other Subie owner out there and it will work it self out.
The car is coming along and should be 100% by next friday.
so hope to see you out there,
Scott, Irish Mikes Racing[/QUOTE]
This is great to hear! :D I will keep mentioning you guys to the S.O.A. marketing guys that I assist with the Subaru Challenge events. Hopefully we'll see some factory backed Legacy's in W.C. Touring next year! ;)
| pio!pio! | 06-08-2005 10:28 PM |
[QUOTE=Homemade WRX]well, the spec c was tested and designed more so for tarmac than any other subie...IMHO
and I think subaru should back it up, because I can see the tarmac events on TV...the rally ones aren't on tv really[/QUOTE]
where did you get that info from?
AFAIK the Spec C is just a stripped version of a STi (is there less sound deadening?) It's not prepped for tarmac or gravel rally or anything..it's just a car ready to be turned into a motorsports beast :) ... it doesn't have a special chassis or suspension or anything
So starting from a Spec C will only save you cost, not really anything else
and I think subaru should back it up, because I can see the tarmac events on TV...the rally ones aren't on tv really[/QUOTE]
where did you get that info from?
AFAIK the Spec C is just a stripped version of a STi (is there less sound deadening?) It's not prepped for tarmac or gravel rally or anything..it's just a car ready to be turned into a motorsports beast :) ... it doesn't have a special chassis or suspension or anything
So starting from a Spec C will only save you cost, not really anything else
| roadracer | 06-25-2005 09:57 AM |
Just so all the Irish Mike's news gets posted to the top of the threads, thle news from Cleveland is Mike was able to post a 1:26.432 on the 9th lap of the second practice. Mike said that there is still more in the car, that he was out on old tires, so hopefully, the new tires for the qualifying will be able to produce a faster time. Mike is only 1.692 seconds off the leader's time and that pretty much tells you that the top ten can be anybody, just whoever gets their tires to come in for that perfect lap can wind up on the pole. Hopefully, the new tires will give Mike more grip. Qualifying is at 11:30 am to 12:00 pm on June 25 and the race will be 5:45 pm to 6:45 pm same day. You can follow the activities at: [url]www.world-challenge.com/2005/events/cle/livetiming.html[/url].
| Homemade WRX | 06-25-2005 02:30 PM |
[QUOTE=pio!pio!]where did you get that info from?
AFAIK the Spec C is just a stripped version of a STi (is there less sound deadening?) It's not prepped for tarmac or gravel rally or anything..it's just a car ready to be turned into a motorsports beast :) ... it doesn't have a special chassis or suspension or anything
So starting from a Spec C will only save you cost, not really anything else[/QUOTE]
it has a slightly longer wheelbase most suspect to be an ALK...
AFAIK the Spec C is just a stripped version of a STi (is there less sound deadening?) It's not prepped for tarmac or gravel rally or anything..it's just a car ready to be turned into a motorsports beast :) ... it doesn't have a special chassis or suspension or anything
So starting from a Spec C will only save you cost, not really anything else[/QUOTE]
it has a slightly longer wheelbase most suspect to be an ALK...
| WTypeRogerX | 07-04-2005 02:20 PM |
Anyone in the know what happened at Cleveland and Limerock? Results were back of the pack in both, but the broadcasts had no mention of being involved in collisions.
Where are the updates? Has everyone also been too busy with F1 Indy debacle and Pikes Peak Hill Climb as well?
Where are the updates? Has everyone also been too busy with F1 Indy debacle and Pikes Peak Hill Climb as well?
| meridock | 07-04-2005 05:46 PM |
Rear end issues from what the SPEED commentators said (lime rock)
| MattGC8 | 07-04-2005 09:07 PM |
I witnessed the most dissapointing event ever in my few years of spectating. All the buildup, all the drama, all for a broken rear diff. On the first lap no less! Since Saturday, I've come to terms with it. It's all a part of racing, and the gremlins have showed no mercy on Irish Mike's team this season. Whether it's being involved in a wreck or mechanical failure, all we can hope for is a better run next time. Despite having a bad run, Mike's crew was still in good spirits. Maybe wine country will be more forgiving. A question for Mike's team---Will you guys be allowed to run a aftermarket diff? Or maybe a different trans? I understand the SCCA is still feeling out forced induction, but they should throw you guys a bone now and then! Good Luck at Infineon!
| [email�protected] | 07-04-2005 09:10 PM |
[QUOTE=WTypeRogerX]Anyone in the know what happened at Cleveland and Limerock? Results were back of the pack in both, but the broadcasts had no mention of being involved in collisions.
Where are the updates? Has everyone also been too busy with F1 Indy debacle and Pikes Peak Hill Climb as well?[/QUOTE]
First one: cleveland, Qual. 14th, best yet, started the race and by turn 2 we were in 7th, but Mike got to ancy you could say and got under Curran in 3. Curran closed the door and we hit him (sorry), started back last and in ten laps back up to 15th___we had a very strong car there. ON lap 12 i believe down shifted into turn one and broke an axle. DONE
Second one: limerock, Qual. like 25th, broke tranny in first practice and missed second. Broke of start (rear end) pinion head broke off!!!! DONE.
The reason for the new problems is if you heard on the telivised version of Cleveland, we are running a DOG BOX, we got approved before the race, just didnt say anything. But they did take a 1 lbs. of boost from us.
So the drive line does not like the new box, but we are working on that. We are skipping the next 2 races ( Sonoma, Portland) to do testing and get ready for Denver. We plan to do the last 3 races of the year, so we want to test this new set up to cure all problems.
the car is very strong and is getting closer, just have to get this reliability of the drive train worked out.
Thanks for all the guys who came out, and see you in Denver
Scott, IMR
Where are the updates? Has everyone also been too busy with F1 Indy debacle and Pikes Peak Hill Climb as well?[/QUOTE]
First one: cleveland, Qual. 14th, best yet, started the race and by turn 2 we were in 7th, but Mike got to ancy you could say and got under Curran in 3. Curran closed the door and we hit him (sorry), started back last and in ten laps back up to 15th___we had a very strong car there. ON lap 12 i believe down shifted into turn one and broke an axle. DONE
Second one: limerock, Qual. like 25th, broke tranny in first practice and missed second. Broke of start (rear end) pinion head broke off!!!! DONE.
The reason for the new problems is if you heard on the telivised version of Cleveland, we are running a DOG BOX, we got approved before the race, just didnt say anything. But they did take a 1 lbs. of boost from us.
So the drive line does not like the new box, but we are working on that. We are skipping the next 2 races ( Sonoma, Portland) to do testing and get ready for Denver. We plan to do the last 3 races of the year, so we want to test this new set up to cure all problems.
the car is very strong and is getting closer, just have to get this reliability of the drive train worked out.
Thanks for all the guys who came out, and see you in Denver
Scott, IMR
| meridock | 07-05-2005 09:32 AM |
[QUOTE=MattGC8]I witnessed the most dissapointing event ever in my few years of spectating. All the buildup, all the drama, all for a broken rear diff. On the first lap no less! Since Saturday, I've come to terms with it. It's all a part of racing, and the gremlins have showed no mercy on Irish Mike's team this season.[/QUOTE]
I was gutted like this at Mid-Ohio, waiting down at the Honda bridge and never seeing my Subby come thru... All because of the Pobst stack-up!
I hope all the best for IMR at the next event they go to.
I was gutted like this at Mid-Ohio, waiting down at the Honda bridge and never seeing my Subby come thru... All because of the Pobst stack-up!
I hope all the best for IMR at the next event they go to.
| pio!pio! | 07-05-2005 12:23 PM |
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So the drive line does not like the new box, but we are working on that.[/QUOTE]
Makes sense..everytime you strengthen something in the driveline, the next part that wasn't strengthened will fail :P So the previous broken trannies were just masking the weak rear diff as well.
In you opinion can the center and front diffs take the racing abuse too? Will you be asking for a beefier rear diff and axles? Can you use the 05 STi wheel hubs?
So the drive line does not like the new box, but we are working on that.[/QUOTE]
Makes sense..everytime you strengthen something in the driveline, the next part that wasn't strengthened will fail :P So the previous broken trannies were just masking the weak rear diff as well.
In you opinion can the center and front diffs take the racing abuse too? Will you be asking for a beefier rear diff and axles? Can you use the 05 STi wheel hubs?
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