1/2 mile SHOOTOUT POLL: Which day?

[Paul Workman]

This event looks like it is going to be something the ZR-1 gang might want to participate in. However, if we are to show up 'en mass', maybe we should pick either June 1st or June 2nd when the majority could participate.

That does not mean one could not race both days, or just attend to support the group on one or both days. Just trying to get an idea as to a day when all or most can participate so we can have the most representation as possible.

Note: Apparently, their web site info is still being populated, e.g., DRIVER REGISTRATION IS CLOSED (NOT OPEN YET would be a better choice of words) you'll need to read the rules and the inspection requirements, and have the inspection paperwork filled out prior to showing up at the inspection. See the web site for futher details (Link).

Disclaimer: This is a privately conducted event by parties apart from the Registry. This event is NOT sponsored by the Registry. This notice serves only to inform club and forum members of the event, but The ZR1 NetRegistry assumes no liability nor maintains any connection with this event in any way.

This could be a major event for the region. I hope as many as possible can make it!

C-Link (http://www.wannagofast.com/chicago.php)

P.

[XfireZ51]

Paul,

Let's just settle on the 2nd. Al can make it then. I think the rest of us are more flexible although some may be going both days.

[Paul Workman]

Paul,

Let's just settle on the 2nd. Al can make it then. I think the rest of us are more flexible although some may be going both days.

That maybe a good fit for us local guys - either day (or both) work for me as the track is very near me anyway. But, thinking beyond the IL boarders a bit, some may travel some distance and might need to travel on Sunday. For example: I sometimes attend a rifle match in eastern KY that is held on Saturdays for that specific reason: I and many other out of state ppl take Friday off work to drive to the match, shoot the match on Saturday, and drive home Sunday.

We've got time to make a decision - not ready to close out the poll just yet!;)

P.

[XfireZ51]

Given where the race is, Sunday should be good for people like Brett and Scott or the guys from Champaign. Yeah let's see who else chimes in. But I'll go whenever we have the biggest contingent. Haven't heard from the big dogs like Kevin and BobG yet.

[Mystic ZR-1]

Any ideas on what a stock ZR-1 would run in the half mile?

[Paul Workman]

Any ideas on what a stock ZR-1 would run in the half mile?

Uh....What's a "STOCK" ZR-1?? ;)

P.

[XfireZ51]

Anyone have a calculator for 1/2 mile trap based on 1/4 mile?

[SORC DRIVER]

Any ideas on what a stock ZR-1 would run in the half mile?

Hello to all of my fellow ZR-1 devotees. A friend of mine told me about the half mile drags so I made a visit to the forum and will offer my input on the above question.

I hope I don't break anyone's bubble but a stock ZR-1 is unlikely to exceed 133 MPH in a half mile at 2800 feet. In stock form a ZR-1 will run right at 150 MPH in a mile (2800 ft). Since 2001 we have had only two stock ZR-1's enter the half mile shoot out at the Sandhills Open Road Challenge. The best speed posted was 131 MPH. It looks like the elevation at Monee is only 790 feet. A stock ZR-1 may very well run as fast as 137 there. In 2009 we (SORC) held arm drop grudge half mile drags at the Thedford, Nebraska airport. It was a ball and I highly recommend them. Much better than 1/4 mile. You will smile for days. Good luck to all the ZR-1 pilots.

Joe Shown
Stapleton, NE:saluting: :proud:

[XfireZ51]

Hello to all of my fellow ZR-1 devotees. A friend of mine told me about the half mile drags so I made a visit to the forum and will offer my input on the above question.

I hope I don't break anyone's bubble but a stock ZR-1 is unlikely to exceed 133 MPH in a half mile at 2800 feet. In stock form a ZR-1 will run right at 150 MPH in a mile (2800 ft). Since 2001 we have had only two stock ZR-1's enter the half mile shoot out at the Sandhills Open Road Challenge. The best speed posted was 131 MPH. It looks like the elevation at Monee is only 790 feet. A stock ZR-1 may very well run as fast as 137 there. In 2009 we (SORC) held arm drop grudge half mile drags at the Thedford, Nebraska airport. It was a ball and I highly recommend them. Much better than 1/4 mile. You will smile for days. Good luck to all the ZR-1 pilots.

Joe Shown
Stapleton, NE:saluting: :proud:

Joe,

That's great information. I have been looking for some kind of calculator that would estimate 1/2 mile trap based on known 1/4 mile. We have a good number of ZRs here in FBI-land that have ~ 100whp and more than the stock ZR and are trapping 130+ in the 1/4. Know any way we can estimate what to expect in the 1/2?

[SORC DRIVER]

Joe,

That's great information. I have been looking for some kind of calculator that would estimate 1/2 mile trap based on known 1/4 mile. We have a good number of ZRs here in FBI-land that have ~ 100whp and more than the stock ZR and are trapping 130+ in the 1/4. Know any way we can estimate what to expect in the 1/2?

My Haibeck modified 91 had 4.10's (a must in my book) and made 402 WHP. The car would run 138-139 in the half mile at our elevation and 164 in the mile. My 415 car is at the 150 mark at the half and 182-185 in the mile. A gear change to 4.10's will increase one mile speeds on a stock ZR-1 by up to 5 MPH.

Joe Shown
Stapleton, NE :salute:

[Mystic ZR-1]

There might be a calculator here that would help..

http://www.wallaceracing.com/Calculators.htm

[XfireZ51]

ALL SPEEDS WILL BE RECORDED WITH A STATE OF THE ART TRAP SPEED SYSTEM.
Driver Registration will open on January 18th, 2013.
Driver Registration deadline is May 10th, 2013. It is extremely likely this event will sell out BEFORE the deadline. Register NOW to ensure your spot on June 1st and 2nd.


Ok, registration is Jan 18 on http://www.wannagofast.com/chicago.php

[XfireZ51]

Registration opens tomorrow. Spoke w Al. He's going Sunday June 2.
150 car Maximum each day.

[XfireZ51]

Here's an update:

Just spoke to LeeG and Marc H and their in for Sunday. Also Kevin said he's up for it.
Also looks like AMS and Speed Inc. will be bringing some heat.

So far AMS will be bringing the following shop and customer cars:

AMS ALPHA OMEGA 1600+ WHP GTR
AMS ALPHA OMEGA #2 1600whp GTR
AMS ALPHA 9 Mercedes E63 AMG
AMS Turbo Hearse
IND/AMS 2013 BMW M5
AMS 2012 Mercedes C63 AMG
AMS 2012 Mercedes CLS63 AMG
AMS ALPHA 9 Porsche 997 TwinTurbo
AMS Mercedes E55 AMG
AMS ALPHA 9 Audi R8 V10 Twin Turbo
AMS ALPHA 10 GT-R
AMS ALPHA 10 GT-R
AMS ALPHA 12+ GT-R
AMS ALPHA 9 GT-R
AMS ALPHA 9 GT-R
AMS ALPHA 9 GT-R
LS1 Swapped big single Turbo 1969 Camaro
2001 Audi S4 600+ WHP

Some show this should be.

[ALZR1]

Here's an update:

Just spoke to LeeG and Marc H and their in for Sunday. Also Kevin said he's up for it.
Also looks like AMS and Speed Inc. will be bringing some heat.

So far AMS will be bringing the following shop and customer cars:

AMS ALPHA OMEGA 1600+ WHP GTR
AMS ALPHA OMEGA #2 1600whp GTR
AMS ALPHA 9 Mercedes E63 AMG
AMS Turbo Hearse
IND/AMS 2013 BMW M5
AMS 2012 Mercedes C63 AMG
AMS 2012 Mercedes CLS63 AMG
AMS ALPHA 9 Porsche 997 TwinTurbo
AMS Mercedes E55 AMG
AMS ALPHA 9 Audi R8 V10 Twin Turbo
AMS ALPHA 10 GT-R
AMS ALPHA 10 GT-R
AMS ALPHA 12+ GT-R
AMS ALPHA 9 GT-R
AMS ALPHA 9 GT-R
AMS ALPHA 9 GT-R
LS1 Swapped big single Turbo 1969 Camaro
2001 Audi S4 600+ WHP

Some show this should be.


Boy A lot of turbo cars.Seems to me that our cars will be the fastest N/A cars out there.

AL.

[XfireZ51]

Boy A lot of turbo cars.Seems to me that our cars will be the fastest N/A cars out there.

AL.

Sign up? We need Pete and BobG too. I texted Kevin today and spoke to Marc and Lee also.

[WARP TEN]

As noted in a different post, I will be there Sunday the 2nd--Bob

[XfireZ51]

Bob,

Yes, noted in other thread. I believe we have 8-10 ZRs registered for Sunday right now. Latest count is that there are 64 spots still available for the 2nd. The 1st is sold out I believe. Waiting to hear from Jim Voter.

[XfireZ51]

Just sent info and pics on my car. They will have a Facebook page setup for the event where this will be posted. Here's correspondence I got earlier today.



Blake,

Will this be posted somewhere?

Dominic



Yes on Facebook. It's going to take us a couple weeks to get everything uploaded though.

Kind Regards,

Blake Hutchison
(850) 585-5168

[cvette98pacecar]

Boy A lot of turbo cars.Seems to me that our cars will be the fastest N/A cars out there.

AL.

We are going to have the only NA cars there. LOL.
I cant wait.

[XfireZ51]

All,

If you're on FB, LIKE wannagofast.com. They have updates there and will be posting pics and mods of participants. According to the FB page, there are now only 19 spots left for the Sunday, June 2 event.

Lee, Jim,

Hurry up and sign up!

[XfireZ51]

Shoot out is SOLD OUT for both days