Zuko305
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can you convert to .pdf instead of .key for us non Mac users and whose .ppt can't read that file. thanks.
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Bump. Several items remaining. Please come find an equipment representative to claim your belongings.
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On 12/23/2023 at 9:36 PM, Zuko305 said:
If these items are yours, please respond to this thread, PM, or find me during the January 2024 event.
Ben - Equipment
The gray Owala flask is claimed.
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34 minutes ago, Roman Manley said:
Hey does that thermo flask have a SCCA #FUNWITHCARS sticker on the back? If so then that's mine.
Unable to recall. Find someone with the blue shirts w/yellow PASR writing during the Jan event.
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Joe’s pressure gage = Jeff Z.
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If these items are yours, please respond to this thread, PM, or find me during the January 2024 event.
Ben - Equipment
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4 hours ago, mikej said:
Who would you recommend? (prefers NW valley... but quality work is more important)
My neighbor has a twin turbo C5 and is getting the itch to join us at PASR. He needs to get his front end inspected as he says he hears slight clunk noise in the right front on turns & driveway exits.
Thanks to everyone in advance!
Classic Gold in Tempe does quality work, but book out ahead. Network Alignment does good and the other would be Forza Motorsports also in Tempe.
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6 minutes ago, David 2 said:
Ben,
Thank you for your efforts at every event for making it run so well. My comment was not intended to be a criticism. My intent is to help. The timing may not have hit well.
No offense taken! You’re vocal, that’s good. Use it to help us out, constructively.
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55 minutes ago, David 2 said:
I have too little experience in AX…
The time it took you to write your initial and secondary response you could have created a rough draft of best practices for corner workers. The lack of experience can be a valuable tool where as 10+ year veteran of the sport may be “blind” to potential deficiencies or it’s the we’ve always done it that way syndrome.
If you have suggestions, make an effort to reach out to the SSS at an event, put something to paper, present an idea, use the GRC published by SCCA and do something.
The SC meetings are always public, and if you have something to say reach out to the Club Secretary who will have the topic added to the agenda. The club is omnipresent in continuous improvement.
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15 hours ago, David 2 said:
The new concept recently started of having corner captains is a good start. For safety sake and scoring effectiveness, I think each corner captain should give a 2 minute run-down to their workers each time a group starts. And, that run-down should be standardized with the corner captain having a print-out of what they need to go over with their workers.
Safety must be an engrained behavior not just a priority as those change. Thus, with your given passion and expertise at worker station safety I nominate you to write a single page worker-safety protocol to be presented to the Steering Committee for review. Secondarily to this, develop a consistently repeatable deployment strategy to ensure consistent results. Thank you for volunteering your time so willingly.
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Great work!
What would it take (time, cost, copyright, equipment, etc.) to create a video of similar nature and style to put front and center on the AzSolo landing page? The purpose of which is to provide people with an introduction to AX, provide FAQ's, highlights of participation, and preparation for the event activities?
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The experienced watching new drivers with optional slaloms;
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11 hours ago, smeyers said:
I wondered if anyone would ask. Hasn’t been used for many years, but was a common element here for a long time. Took real technique.
It was a simple, basic 180 degree turnaround at the end of a section, sending cars back that same segment. Good way to use space and add length on the smaller lots available many years.
Usually required a downshift to first. That has fallen out of favor with the larger lots. Watching all of the failed efforts when people tried to find the “fast way” around it was ……interesting. There was no “fast” way. It was a…. 180.😂
Maybe time for a comeback?😉😎
There was a course years ago at BDI hosted by SV which had a pivot, nearly identical to what you describe as an “Arizona Clump.” My first attempt was dismal at best annd had to use reverse! By the last couple of attempts, slow was the best approach. It certainly was an equalizer in the field and a unique & enjoyable element.
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2 hours ago, smeyers said:
Too bad you didn’t grow up around here. Then you’d know what an “Arizona Clump” was…
What is an “Arizona Clump?”
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On 9/27/2023 at 10:02 PM, NickB said:
I heard from another member that sometimes instructors are available. Is this something that I need to sign up for or pay for? Are they separate events? I would love to get some feedback on my driving from someone in the car!
Just ask (look for those in the blue shirt w/yellow lettering or a Safety Steward) for an instructor and someone will be glad to provide assistance.
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21 hours ago, fahrvergnugen said:
I think people are over thinking...
and this is often the root of poor decisions, especially when its akin to a solution looking for a problem, LOL. What is the actual inaccuracy %? What is the baseline and how can we improve using only anecdotal data?
Will training, radio use, and some instructional behavior changes improve the accuracy w/o adding the complexity of numbers? Numbers won't solve missed downed cones or cones not called in within a timely & accurate manner because of inattentiveness. Training can be accomplished during cone clinics, novice walks, and during the drivers meeting.
Perhaps we invest in some upgraded technologies to ease operations and improve accuracy, while still being flexible enough to take a hit without breaking.
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Pathetic little numbers, so precise and whatnot. Go big and ugly or go home.
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30 minutes ago, scrubnick said:
The issue with people hanging out at timing and scoring is probably shade. It was rather hot this past Sunday and most people can't bring shade with them in their track cars. It would be great if we had an extra shaded area for people to hang out and watch.
I beg to differ on bringing shade, I counted no less than 10 “easy-up’s”spread about the paddock.
That doesn’t mean a more permanent solution cannot be researched. In prior seasons there were several large tents located on the east side of the paddock near the guard rail.
In reality there is no obligation for the club to provide shade. I for one really enjoy the “farmers tan” at the conclusion of the events.
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1) Workers should spread out when assigned to a station, not all huddled together. This reduces response times to downed cones & minimizes distractions.
2) Workers should watch closely the rear of the vehicle as often times they are watching the front of the car as it passes them and miss the downed cone.
3) Clipping the mic results in missed messages; hold then speak. In the moment, this is often forgotten.
4) As others have said, raising a cone briefly above the head is a great secondary notifier, same with the crossed arm over the head indicating no cone fault.
5) T & S should be familiar with worker stations #'s and workers with workers referencing those numbers; Station 3, Blue Miata, 1 Cone (for example).
6) Equipment will talk with the other Chiefs and see what mgt can do to reduce distractions at T&S, as this has been a distraction for a long time. Is it for the shade, the curiosity to figure out up to the minute PAX factors, old habits, seeking help / information?
7) There may be technology-centric approaches which can better support operational efficiency; barcode scanning is one that comes to mind, like at a national event. Maybe RFID, transponders, or maybe something as crazy as AI use combined with photographic tech (the later one is a far stretch, but open to ideas).
8 - Autocrossers seem superstitious and if one doesn't get their number - you'd think the world has ended, it causes a lot of drama. No numbers.
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On 9/6/2023 at 4:27 PM, Mach5Mk5 said:
Forgot to respond to this sooner, sorry! I don't know if I'm the best choice, since I'm not always at every event. I have to miss the October one this year, for example (though I make as many as I can), and I'll be moving out of state within the next year or two most likely. I don't want to be an unreliable inconvenience for helping volunteer in a position like that, unless there are others who also don't make every event.
Not everyone on the teams are able to make every single event, although most do, so come and find a Chief and talk about your availability.
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On 8/24/2023 at 11:57 AM, Mach5Mk5 said:
Thanks Sid! I figured that might be the case, but didn't know if that was everyone. Just wanted to make sure there wasn't some early registration list I was missing. 🙂
You are missing out... on a great opportunity to volunteer your time and get on that list. Talk to the Chief's see where there is an opening.
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47 minutes ago, David 2 said:
I don't know of additional sites that have not been previously mentioned in the meeting such as : "Old Bondurant is $5500 per day, WHP is $6500 per day". I was suggesting that since there is a budget surplus and since we would possibly be space limited for the national event, if that space limitation occurs, maybe that budget surplus could be used to rent one of the larger/more expensive sites for that unique event. Such sites are too expensive for regular seasonal events but a national event may justify the additional expense.
In case they have been overlooked previously, two potential sites are Phoenix Raceway and the Arizona State Fairgrounds. Both have sizeable parking lots that appear to be relatively free of light poles. Though, I'm sure those have been previously considered.
There is also the Phoenix Municipal Stadium that rents a part of their parking lot out to a driving school. So, they are at least somewhat open to the concept.
Lastly, Westworld?
Thanks for the leads. Do you possibly have any contact information?
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3 hours ago, David 2 said:
I was at the meeting but had to leave before the National Tour topic came up for discussion. Is the plan to have a National Tour event in Phoenix on February Feb 23, 24, and 25? And, would that event have a EVO Phase 1/2 school associated with it?
Another idea since we have a budget surplus and potentially a capacity issue for a national event, maybe we use excess funds to rent a larger facility for that larger event if AMP can't give a waiver for the attendance cap.
What sites?
We are always open to explore additional locations. Please provide a listing / location and the responsible member of the SC will pursue.
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3 hours ago, Todd A said:
There must be an event in town the same weekend as prosolo, as everything was expensive. I snagged a kayak deal at the Four Queens on Fremont st. Should be very vegas lol.
FSE is definitely an experience…an eclectic crowd for sure. Ask for a room away from Fremont St. as the music doesn’t subside until wee early morning hours and a room facing Fremont may not yield the best nights sleep.
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You mean to tell me, you found a shop where the tire jockeys are consistent from week to week and maybe even month to month?