Summer Dragon Event
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Originally Posted by akalyptos22' timestamp='1457623174' post='23904453
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I'd definitely wear a T-Shirt in the winter! haha I was just wondering if you have made sweaters or have seen any for sale with general S2K logos. I guess not specific to this Tail of the Dragon event. Just wondering. Thanks for the awesome design!
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I'd definitely wear a T-Shirt in the winter! haha I was just wondering if you have made sweaters or have seen any for sale with general S2K logos. I guess not specific to this Tail of the Dragon event. Just wondering. Thanks for the awesome design!
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Looking forward to meeting you. I will have extra shirts for sale at the meet so if you didn't order one when you registered, you will be able to purchase one there. (and make sure you thank Aaron for the great design).
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I already ordered my shirt and I definitely look forward to meeting everyone too!
Also, I'll be sure to get him a beer during one of the dinners! haha
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From: Mars Hill, NC
Originally Posted by SkiLLeDS2000' timestamp='1454469728' post='23869941
Most of the people in here have experienced the dragon countless times over the years, so they might not remember what it felt like for the first time. Maybe they do, but they might overlook how big of a deal it is experiencing it for the first time. I will tell you what you will feel. It's still very fresh in my mind from 3 years ago. Then, I'll recommend what mistakes I made. Don't make my mistakes and you will have a better time!
My huge mistake was a simple one, I didn't know how important tires are for the dragon. I purchased a used set of ap2v1 rims that winter and they had the original oe tires, the RE 050's. The fronts had plenty of thread left, the rears not so much, but little to my knowledge, the set of 050's were 10 years old and basically dry rotted. I didn't know and never bothered to look. Not knowing anything, I purchased a set of ZII's for the rear and cheaped out on the fronts, lol. That totally ruined my confidence and handling. I fought through every turn and I hated myself my entire trip.
My one huge suggestion is, buy a new set of 4 tires. ZII's, RE-71's, or something that has really good grip. The dragon is like a never ending autox that demands a lot out of your tires. My buddies, a lot of the NY metro track guys buy a fresh set of tires just for the dragon event. I followed that routine and my 2nd year was so much fun because of it. This will be my 3rd year and I went further and added a square setup!! Woohooo!
If you follow my suggestion, know your limits, and appreciate what the dragon offers, you will come back in one piece. If you are careless, don't respect the road, and have a car that's not well maintained, the dragon will not be kind to you.
Hope you can make it to the event, it's a life changer.
My huge mistake was a simple one, I didn't know how important tires are for the dragon. I purchased a used set of ap2v1 rims that winter and they had the original oe tires, the RE 050's. The fronts had plenty of thread left, the rears not so much, but little to my knowledge, the set of 050's were 10 years old and basically dry rotted. I didn't know and never bothered to look. Not knowing anything, I purchased a set of ZII's for the rear and cheaped out on the fronts, lol. That totally ruined my confidence and handling. I fought through every turn and I hated myself my entire trip.
My one huge suggestion is, buy a new set of 4 tires. ZII's, RE-71's, or something that has really good grip. The dragon is like a never ending autox that demands a lot out of your tires. My buddies, a lot of the NY metro track guys buy a fresh set of tires just for the dragon event. I followed that routine and my 2nd year was so much fun because of it. This will be my 3rd year and I went further and added a square setup!! Woohooo!
If you follow my suggestion, know your limits, and appreciate what the dragon offers, you will come back in one piece. If you are careless, don't respect the road, and have a car that's not well maintained, the dragon will not be kind to you.
Hope you can make it to the event, it's a life changer.
I think my spouse is warming up to the idea. This is our first true sports car (my 05 Infiniti G35x doesn't count in this case) and we are both learning about being part of a car enthusiast community. We'll sit down and talk it over this weekend, as lodging in Fontana is almost full for the event.
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From: Mars Hill, NC
Registering for this Tomorrow! Since I will be getting married in Asheville the weekend of WTD I was pumped to see a summer Dragon Event. Living in WNC I sometimes forget how amazing our roads are - and it's tough finding local people who enjoy them also! The soon to be wife and I will be there!! She's pumped to get a few runs in herself.
I guess I'll be doing a solo tech day...I have some AP2v1's and Star Specs to mount!
I guess I'll be doing a solo tech day...I have some AP2v1's and Star Specs to mount!
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Registering for this Tomorrow! Since I will be getting married in Asheville the weekend of WTD I was pumped to see a summer Dragon Event. Living in WNC I sometimes forget how amazing our roads are - and it's tough finding local people who enjoy them also! The soon to be wife and I will be there!! She's pumped to get a few runs in herself.
I guess I'll be doing a solo tech day...I have some AP2v1's and Star Specs to mount!
I guess I'll be doing a solo tech day...I have some AP2v1's and Star Specs to mount!
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From: Mars Hill, NC
Originally Posted by GUTI007' timestamp='1457644945' post='23904840
Registering for this Tomorrow! Since I will be getting married in Asheville the weekend of WTD I was pumped to see a summer Dragon Event. Living in WNC I sometimes forget how amazing our roads are - and it's tough finding local people who enjoy them also! The soon to be wife and I will be there!! She's pumped to get a few runs in herself.
I guess I'll be doing a solo tech day...I have some AP2v1's and Star Specs to mount!
I guess I'll be doing a solo tech day...I have some AP2v1's and Star Specs to mount!
Spring To Do List:
Mount AP1v1 wheels/Star Spec 215/255
Alignment
New CAT
Clutch Master/Slave replacement
Re-upholster center console arm rest
Steel Brake Lines Maybe?!
Endlessly try to better my oil consumption
Currently at ~1700-2000 miles/Qt
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We're hoping to make this event, my vacation request for WTD was denied. If Fontana is booked we will try to find some cabins close by. We might be able to make it a family event again, but both kids are married now so I will have to wait and see. Ken, Kendal's wife has a black CRX that is a nice car, and he has found a white one for a daily driver(not running at the moment) to go with the red turbocharged one.
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Originally Posted by Looter' timestamp='1457660291' post='23905024
[quote name='GUTI007' timestamp='1457644945' post='23904840']
Registering for this Tomorrow! Since I will be getting married in Asheville the weekend of WTD I was pumped to see a summer Dragon Event. Living in WNC I sometimes forget how amazing our roads are - and it's tough finding local people who enjoy them also! The soon to be wife and I will be there!! She's pumped to get a few runs in herself.
I guess I'll be doing a solo tech day...I have some AP2v1's and Star Specs to mount!
Registering for this Tomorrow! Since I will be getting married in Asheville the weekend of WTD I was pumped to see a summer Dragon Event. Living in WNC I sometimes forget how amazing our roads are - and it's tough finding local people who enjoy them also! The soon to be wife and I will be there!! She's pumped to get a few runs in herself.
I guess I'll be doing a solo tech day...I have some AP2v1's and Star Specs to mount!
Spring To Do List:
Mount AP1v1 wheels/Star Spec 215/255
Alignment
New CAT
Clutch Master/Slave replacement
Re-upholster center console arm rest
Steel Brake Lines Maybe?!
Endlessly try to better my oil consumption
Currently at ~1700-2000 miles/Qt[/quote]
1700-2000mi/Qt?! That is nothing...I get roughly 1k-1.5k miles per Qt
I had to bail on the WTD event so I will be making it to the Summer event also!
Justin I will probably be leaving for the Dragon on June 3rd from Charlotte if you want to cruise up together?
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From: Here, naturally.
We're hoping to make this event, my vacation request for WTD was denied. If Fontana is booked we will try to find some cabins close by. We might be able to make it a family event again, but both kids are married now so I will have to wait and see. Ken, Kendal's wife has a black CRX that is a nice car, and he has found a white one for a daily driver(not running at the moment) to go with the red turbocharged one.
Nice! I really like his CRX. That is one bad car...
