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Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 03-04-2016, 03:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,753
Posted By Robert in Potomac
By far the best street car (that I have owned) is...

By far the best street car (that I have owned) is the 991 GT3, especially if used for track and street. Significant difference between 997.2 and 991 on street. Seems hard to justify extra cost for...
Forum: Porsche & BMW Parts For Sale/Wanted 02-17-2016, 03:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,218
Posted By Robert in Potomac
What are the tire sizes, can't recall if same as...

What are the tire sizes, can't recall if same as GT3.
Forum: Track Talk 02-05-2016, 08:28 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,091
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Chris, I think Motorsport is missing the...

Chris, I think Motorsport is missing the September 23rd weekend, including the club race.
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 01-17-2016, 04:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,598
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Sincerest condolences to Mike and his family. ...

Sincerest condolences to Mike and his family.

Robert
Forum: Track Talk 12-28-2015, 02:17 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 34,579
Posted By Robert in Potomac
OK, you have convinced me, I must be remembering...

OK, you have convinced me, I must be remembering incorrectly. Perhaps it was
T2 and T3, I am remembering.
Forum: Track Talk 12-28-2015, 01:08 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 34,579
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Will have to wait until next time I drive...

Will have to wait until next time I drive Thunderbolt - but almost certain I did not brake for T1. According to Harry's Lap Timer, speed on front straight was 133 mph; know that was not my speed...
Forum: Track Talk 12-28-2015, 11:40 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 34,579
Posted By Robert in Potomac
I am pretty certain that eventually I did not...

I am pretty certain that eventually I did not brake for entry to T1; actually, as I recall T2 was more of a challenge at speed. Unfortunately, no videos as without rollbar, I haven't found a...
Forum: Track Talk 12-23-2015, 08:59 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 34,579
Posted By Robert in Potomac
If I am looking at this correctly, course is run...

If I am looking at this correctly, course is run counter clockwise and Thunderbolt is clockwise. Also, Thunderbolt's T1 and T2 were fast, no braking corners (at least after I built up my nerve),...
Forum: Other Stuff For Sale 12-14-2015, 03:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,637
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Got it - small difference. The gift certificate...

Got it - small difference. The gift certificate is available for any price, which includes 0.
Forum: Other Stuff For Sale 12-11-2015, 12:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,637
Posted By Robert in Potomac
No takers. If the price is the issue, I am happy...

No takers. If the price is the issue, I am happy to offer it for any price. Seems silly to let it go to waste, so it is available to anyone who can use it.

Robert
Forum: Track Talk 12-09-2015, 03:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,896
Posted By Robert in Potomac
That really is unbelievable. They either oil the...

That really is unbelievable. They either oil the road at corner entry or these are all drivers with learner's permits. It appears that it was virtually impossible to enter certain of the corners...
Forum: Other Stuff For Sale 11-30-2015, 11:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,637
Posted By Robert in Potomac
FS - Gift Certificate IMA Motorsports

I just found a $300 gift certificate for service at IMA Motorsports - that I received in 2009, with no expiration date. Since I have not and likely will not use it, it is available for $200, with...
Forum: Track Talk 11-23-2015, 02:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,131
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Really enjoyed seeing his progression. I...

Really enjoyed seeing his progression. I actually only saw Paul Newman driving at Lime Rock, when he first started, and only in the 510 and 240Z. Got a kick out of Patrick Dempsey's statement that...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 10-21-2015, 08:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,723
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Great film, brave drivers and corner workers - as...

Great film, brave drivers and corner workers - as well as lovely cars. This entire film is from 1952? - Isn't that a T Bird at 3:20, if so, if I recall correctly, they didn't come out until around...
Forum: Fun Runs and Upcoming Events in our area. 10-16-2015, 01:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,352
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Rockville Antique & Classic Car Show

The Rockville Antique & Classic Car Show is this Saturday, starting at 11 am in Rockville. Almost all cars shown are pre 1990; in the past there have been some very interesting and rare cars...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 10-13-2015, 11:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,352
Posted By Robert in Potomac
From a GT3 owner?

From a GT3 owner?
Forum: Track Talk 09-21-2015, 01:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,350
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Seat time is best SP sponsored event - just be...

Seat time is best SP sponsored event - just be careful of deer, especially this time of year.
Forum: Stuff Other People Are Selling 08-25-2015, 12:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,502
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Sold mine for closer to $2.3k in 1972 or 73. Was...

Sold mine for closer to $2.3k in 1972 or 73. Was just as much fun driving in New York City as on the track. 10" wheels were no problem, lack of braking was more of an issue. Biggest pain was...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 08-20-2015, 01:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,158
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Reservations made - thanks.

Reservations made - thanks.
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 08-18-2015, 04:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,158
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Dinner in Millville or Vineland NJ

Driving at New Jersey Motor Sports this weekend and looking for decent restaurants in either Millville (track) or Vineland (hotel) or anywhere close.

Thanks.
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 08-04-2015, 12:33 PM
Replies: 47
GT4
Views: 13,449
Posted By Robert in Potomac
GT4

New silver GT4 at Porsche of Tysons Corner. Beautiful car, will be interesting to see how it performs at track.
Forum: Track Talk 07-29-2015, 05:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,963
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Seat time can be excellent opportunity to enjoy...

Seat time can be excellent opportunity to enjoy track and car. Lot of track time, in fact, depending on turnout, can be up to full day - as they have combined the two run groups in the past.

One...
Forum: Track Talk 07-09-2015, 03:16 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 15,741
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Visiting Dominion Raceway this weekend - tour of...

Visiting Dominion Raceway this weekend - tour of track, such as it is, and promotion of Drivers Club.

Replacing "Dominion Washout" with NJ Motorsports Park -Thunderbolt - 8/21 - 23.
Forum: Track Talk 07-09-2015, 12:19 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 15,741
Posted By Robert in Potomac
I started my track driving at Lime Rock, a "few"...

I started my track driving at Lime Rock, a "few" years ago and actually drove it again recently at a Skippy racing school. The track has changed a bit over the years, but it is still a much better...
Forum: Track Talk 07-07-2015, 08:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,090
Posted By Robert in Potomac
Not racing, just DE.

Not racing, just DE.
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