The Dead Cow's GT350 Experience

[Bill Pemberton]

Just trying to help , as I got the Boss S full blown race car I wanted, but there are times I really miss the GT three five Oooo.

 

[The_Dead_Cow]

Oh I appreciate the humor. Yeah in the back of my mind I'm thinking "you're gonna trade your mustang ...for a miata?"

 

[Kevin Guzniczak]

Oh I appreciate the humor. Yeah in the back of my mind I'm thinking "you're gonna trade your mustang ...for a miata?"

I’m with Bill. While the Miata may be cheaper on expendables at the end of the day it’s still just a Miata. I for one would rather drive my GT350 on track and listen to its glorious sound vs tracking a stripped Miata. I plan to haul Hoosiers on my forgestars to the track this season. It’s that or drive there on some cup2s


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[The_Dead_Cow]

First time down the straight in the new miata

 

[Bill Pemberton]

Heh, don't get me wrong , I loved running Spec Miata, but I still remember going down the straight at our local road course. Actually, quite beneficial, since it took enough time getting to the first turn to complete my tax return!

 

[The_Dead_Cow]

Quick Thread Update:

Since I've decided to start running Time Attack (beginner TT), I had my car dyno'd & weighed by the series organizer to get classed and receive series points etc.

https://nasaaz.com/ums-time-attack/

Unless I've got a VERY light mustang, I'm going to assume they didn't let the jack down all the way while on the scale.

 

[Bill Pemberton]

I was in the same weight range with my GT 350........then I had to stick my fat little body in the car and skew up the overall amount.

Nice hp figures to the rear wheels, and it shows why so many older Stangs ,even with engine mods can barely keep up to the 350?!

 

[Kevin Guzniczak]

Quick Thread Update:

Since I've decided to start running Time Attack (beginner TT), I had my car dyno'd & weighed by the series organizer to get classed and receive series points etc.

https://nasaaz.com/ums-time-attack/

Unless I've got a VERY light mustang, I'm going to assume they didn't let the jack down all the way while on the scale.
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3675 lbs is not off. Reasonable numbers


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[The_Dead_Cow]

Oh ok this is good to know. The scale pic I posted above is with me in the car & 3/4 tank of fuel (I weigh 165#).

Without me in the car the weight was 3610#, which is why I thought something was fishy

 

[Bill Pemberton]

Man you are one skinny dude, haha! According to the scales you are closer to 65 lbs?

 

[The_Dead_Cow]

Basically lol

I'll just roll over the scales in tech at the next event to satisfy my curiosity

 

[The_Dead_Cow]

Quick thread update:

I'll be out at Arizona motorsports park with NASA AZ on Saturday October 12 running in DE4 & UMS time attack. The car is ready to go with new rear tires, brake pads, and fluids. I've also updated my safety gear to include a Bell M8 helmet & Simpson Hybrid-S neck restraint.

Stop by and say hi

 

[302BOB]

Good Luck!!!!!!!!!!!!........And hope you don't need that added safety gear...

 

[Bill Pemberton]

Probably should know what you are discussing , but please explain UMS Time Attack? I know you mentioned running Time Trials , but I am not acquainted with UMS Time Attack?

 

[The_Dead_Cow]

UMS time attack is a local series added on to NASA AZ events to give DE3 and up drivers experience in running a time trial format. Unlike NASA TT; time attack costs $20, only has one 3 lap timed session, and the only requirement is being in DE3. This also allows new drivers to acquire lap times at all the tracks we run.

Here's a better description lol
https://nasaaz.com/ums-time-attack/

 

[The_Dead_Cow]

Good Luck!!!!!!!!!!!!........And hope you don't need that added safety gear...

Thanks!

 

[Bill Pemberton]

That is a great idea. Makes for a nice introduction as one steps up to the Full Time Trial Classification. I am going to mention this to our Regional Executive because some folks say they want to do it , but can't make the move. A less hectic intro could help many get into Time Trials at their own comfort zone?

 

[302BOB]

Tell it Brother!!!!!!! To those smart enough to listen..........................or care to.................

 

[TMSBOSS]

A less hectic intro could help many get into Time Trials at their own comfort zone?

i would buy into that concept.

 

[ROC1ROB]

I'll probably stop by and say hi and check out the new goodies.