Le Mans Series 2010 - Page 32

Captain Spyro · 3 Feb 2010, 23:05 (Ref:2626005)

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Originally Posted by dxk1

Looks like the original entry list was right, no LAA in either GT1 or GT2! Is this true or am I missing something?

DK

It's probably best to wait for the race-by-race entry lists. They may or may not still be at the races. We'll see though.

dxk1 · 3 Feb 2010, 23:08 (Ref:2626007)

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Originally Posted by Captain Spyro

It's probably best to wait for the race-by-race entry lists. They may or may not still be at the races. We'll see though.

Sure hope you are right. LAA is a class act and they do such a nice job of running those Corvettes.

DK

pablocomics · 4 Feb 2010, 01:47 (Ref:2626075)

Maybe it´s a supidity of mine but..., how about a GT1 entry with the Vette before Le Mans and something different -like a BMW GT2- after Le Mans? It would be a good reason for a uncomplete season in LAA

mirkob · 5 Feb 2010, 07:12 (Ref:2627064)

Looking at Le Mans Entry List, we should have at least 4 GT1 at Paul Ricard (plus the Saleens) :
1x Corvette
1x AM
1x Ford
1x Lambo

because the ACO said this when accepted the 2010 GT1s for the 24 hour

old man · 8 Feb 2010, 10:07 (Ref:2629160)

I see that the former KK Saleen S7R GT1 is to be enetered by a new name (but probably the old staff) in the LMS and it is always good to see these cars in action. Japanese F3 star Carlo van Dam is to drive and according to Autosport:

"Podium finishes are obligatory for we want to have a say in the championship," said Atlas spokesman Peter Levicek.

I like his style!

LeMans.pt · 9 Feb 2010, 00:03 (Ref:2629601)

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Originally Posted by old man

"Podium finishes are obligatory for we want to have a say in the championship," said Atlas spokesman Peter Levicek.

I like his style!

With only two entries in the class for the all season... its easy to demand podiums...

knighty · 9 Feb 2010, 14:12 (Ref:2629884)

Interesting interview with Kai Kruse on Endurance Info.......ouch!

"Question: Why have you chosed the Judd engine over the Mazda?

Answer: We have had two difficult seasons with the Mazda Turbo. We had discussions but there wasnt the necessary confidence in terms of reliability. I think that aswell Oak and RML came to the same conclusion. Maybe the progress made in 2010 will be sufficient, but we cant take the risk of having another year like the two previous."

so finally it looks like 3 teams (4 cars) have seen through all the BS of blaming fuel spec when in reality its just not reliable, is anyone now running this Mazda engine in the LMS???.......looks like only Dyson in the ALMS now, but please feel free to correct me, looks like there are none on the LeMans entry list too....... Its a bit sad really, because despite AER's best intentions I think they just pushed their luck to far with it, hey ho.

I reckon its only a matter of time before someone blows the dust off the old normally aspirated Nissan V6 LMP675 engine........which is road car engine based, which is where LMP2 is headed.

courageous · 9 Feb 2010, 14:54 (Ref:2629916)

how to lose friends and alienate people 1.1

I don't doubt or disagree with a word of what that statement says, but mouthing off in public helps neither party or the industry as a whole.

People complain about non-profesional drivers but to my mind non-profesional team bosses are the ones who really cause problems.

Think to yourself, what would happen in your chosen proffesion if you blatently slagged of other companies.

Mal · 9 Feb 2010, 15:17 (Ref:2629928)

I dont see any slagging off - just a factual statement explaining the basis of their decision.

HORNDAWG · 9 Feb 2010, 18:35 (Ref:2630066)

Rather surprised that no one was at Snetterton yesterday to take in the B10/60's maiden run and document it for posterity.

L.P.

knighty · 9 Feb 2010, 19:25 (Ref:2630104)

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Originally Posted by Mal

I dont see any slagging off - just a factual statement explaining the basis of their decision.

thanks, you saved me saying it

Tim the Grey · 9 Feb 2010, 22:58 (Ref:2630271)

20 laps in sleet... I'm kind of glad I didn't trek out there!

ubrben · 10 Feb 2010, 12:25 (Ref:2630553)

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Originally Posted by courageous

how to lose friends and alienate people 1.1

I don't doubt or disagree with a word of what that statement says, but mouthing off in public helps neither party or the industry as a whole.

People complain about non-profesional drivers but to my mind non-profesional team bosses are the ones who really cause problems.

Think to yourself, what would happen in your chosen proffesion if you blatently slagged of other companies.

I agree that very often team managers burn bridges in this situation. But Kai Kruse was totally factual in his statement and therefore shouldn't be criticised.

He has to explain to sponsors why he doesn't have a Le Mans entry and poor results in the past two years have contributed to that. The fire at Le Mans caused them to miss the remaining LMS races. ACO is focusing on teams that have done full seasons.

Ben

knighty · 10 Feb 2010, 13:18 (Ref:2630596)

there is also the matter of the money he spends on a yearly engine lease, I'm reliably told that weather its from Judd or AER, you are still looking at a seasons bill of £250,000 for a top end race motor.......I think the LMS season is 6 races?.......so about £42,000 per race, therefore he expects to recieve a certain degree of service from such a premium engine.........I think he has every right to publically say what he said.

pablocomics · 10 Feb 2010, 15:18 (Ref:2630671)

There are some rumours about a totally female driver selection for the Hache´s Lucchini. Nothing confirmed.

HORNDAWG · 10 Feb 2010, 16:09 (Ref:2630699)

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Originally Posted by ubrben

I agree that very often team managers burn bridges in this situation. But Kai Kruse was totally factual in his statement and therefore shouldn't be criticised. Hogwash! The sponsors, if needing telling, should have been done privately.

He has to explain to sponsors why he doesn't have a Le Mans entry and poor results in the past two years have contributed to that. The fire at Le Mans caused them to miss the remaining LMS races. ACO is focusing on teams that have done full seasons.

Ben

While I agree there is/was an issue with the engine, it is bad mojo to burn your supplier in such a close group.

L.P.

pablocomics · 10 Feb 2010, 16:35 (Ref:2630712)

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Originally Posted by Tim the Grey

20 laps in sleet... I'm kind of glad I didn't trek out there!

Rebellion will be on Portimao, the 17 and 18 of february and the 20 and 21 in Monteblanco

davehenrie · 11 Feb 2010, 00:49 (Ref:2631080)

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Originally Posted by pablocomics

There are some rumours about a totally female driver selection for the Hache´s Lucchini. Nothing confirmed.

Lumberjack Axe hewing Women drivers.... Vunderval!!!

dh

cmk · 11 Feb 2010, 03:15 (Ref:2631134)

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Originally Posted by HORNDAWG

While I agree there is/was an issue with the engine, it is bad mojo to burn your supplier in such a close group.

L.P.

The issues with the AER 'Mazda' were both obvious to any observer and well-discussed in the press by teams over the last two years. Kai did not say anything in that statement that has not been said many times already. I don't know why anyone is making an issue about this particular release. I think this statement is more for prospective drivers/sponsors as any team interested in running the engine in P2 would be damn foolish to not be aware of the issues already.

isynge · 11 Feb 2010, 11:57 (Ref:2631335)

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Originally Posted by cmk

The issues with the AER 'Mazda' were both obvious to any observer and well-discussed in the press by teams over the last two years. Kai did not say anything in that statement that has not been said many times already. I don't know why anyone is making an issue about this particular release. I think this statement is more for prospective drivers/sponsors as any team interested in running the engine in P2 would be damn foolish to not be aware of the issues already.

In terms of commenting on a supplier I've read much worse over the last few years. Kruse's comments were largely fair and did not imply any malpractice or incompetence on the part of Mazda/AER. To me this just looks like saying "we didn't have great reliability last year, a lot of that was down to the engine package we used. As a result of this we're trying something new this year, and have changed engine package."

Alfie72 · 11 Feb 2010, 13:49 (Ref:2631408)

I find it interesting that people who do/did not work with/for either AER or Kai Kruse can make statements regarding the factual ccuracy or otherwise, of the Kai Kruse statement.

As with many decisions, there are significant shades of grey which contributed to the seasons experiences of KK, RML and Oak.

Remember also that the AER P41 engine programme is a North America project so any applications outside of N.A. must come with the blessing of Mazda N. America. This group of people do not always appreciate the need for speedy decision making outside their primary theatre of operations.

KA · 11 Feb 2010, 20:03 (Ref:2631645)

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Originally Posted by pablocomics

There are some rumours about a totally female driver selection for the Hache´s Lucchini. Nothing confirmed.

maybe Carmen Jorda again?
http://www.lemans-series.com/ml/imag...carmen_250.jpg

Dani Filth · 11 Feb 2010, 22:39 (Ref:2631777)

I'd like to have and all women line-up .. and for sure we'll all cheer for them won't we?

dxk1 · 12 Feb 2010, 02:21 (Ref:2631897)

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Originally Posted by Dani Filth

I'd like to have and all women line-up .. and for sure we'll all cheer for them won't we?

Well, if they were women that could compete yes. If it's just a publicity ploy, no! How about Vanina, Claudia and Danica (I know she's overexposed, in more ways than one, but she does have some skill). Now those three I could cheer for.

DK

Dani Filth · 12 Feb 2010, 07:32 (Ref:2631979)

the are plenty of slow males who like to race from time to time .. like Horst so why not some "slower than mcnish" women if those cars can race because of the sponsorship they get
Carmen that KA posted can get the job done

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