Groups A/C @ V8 Grand Finale!!! - Page 2

Group'C' · 1 Oct 2008, 09:27 (Ref:2301831)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Camaroz

Hi David,

Are the Demo sessions for the entered cars in the races only or are there to be "invited" cars able to participate as well?

I know the Everlast VL is making the trip north for the Demo's
I presume that its an open house to anyone that wants to invite them selves

David Towe · 2 Oct 2008, 09:56 (Ref:2302628)

The demos are for any genuine car that has applied and has been accepted. I don't plan on doing them at present. Terry Ashwood is expected to bring out the Winfiled Godzilla and Gavin strongman is also expected to bring out the GIO Godzilla aswell.

Bullett · 2 Oct 2008, 10:11 (Ref:2302642)

I hope these type of events dont take away from Historic meetings where these guys have their own races. Would be sad to see the grids drop because people want to do demo's at V8 events, etc.

dougcharli · 2 Oct 2008, 10:25 (Ref:2302656)

wasnt going but after seeing David and co in action will probably make the trip from Nowra - David, you guys certainly put on a great show, keep it up

Camaroz · 2 Oct 2008, 10:42 (Ref:2302670)

Quote:

Originally Posted by David Towe

The demos are for any genuine car that has applied and has been accepted. I don't plan on doing them at present. Terry Ashwood is expected to bring out the Winfiled Godzilla and Gavin strongman is also expected to bring out the GIO Godzilla aswell.

So Dave,

Who do I apply too?

**GTRMagic** · 2 Oct 2008, 22:09 (Ref:2303100)

You would imagine organisers would want nicely presented cars such as this one...

... on track for the festivities

(pic thanks to Camaroz..)

rdmdog · 3 Oct 2008, 03:48 (Ref:2303173)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bullett

I hope these type of events dont take away from Historic meetings where these guys have their own races. Would be sad to see the grids drop because people want to do demo's at V8 events, etc.

I would think reduction in numbers at Historic meetings would be unlikely, as this is the first time in a long time I would think it has more to do with the last ATCC meeting at OP, ever (?).

The '90s seasons usually ended at OP, don't know long it was for so I have resisted using the word "Traditional".

Bullett · 3 Oct 2008, 08:44 (Ref:2303278)

I see your points, You may see some V8 stars jump in the cars ala Jason Richards in Stubbers A9X etc. which could make a great spectacle - 3 or 4 top drivers in various cars...or drivers re united...

David Towe · 3 Oct 2008, 12:02 (Ref:2303389)

The Group C Assoc. have been appointed category manager for this meeting so you need to apply to them. I look forward to seeing you there.

Camaroz · 3 Oct 2008, 21:59 (Ref:2303722)

Quote:

Originally Posted by David Towe

The Group C Assoc. have been appointed category manager for this meeting so you need to apply to them. I look forward to seeing you there.

Thanks Dave.

racer69 · 4 Oct 2008, 05:51 (Ref:2303836)

Quote:

Originally Posted by rdmdog

The '90s seasons usually ended at OP, don't know long it was for so I have resisted using the word "Traditional".

OP hosted the last ATCC round from 1985-1998

rdmdog · 7 Oct 2008, 07:15 (Ref:2305846)

Cheers Racer, I made it to a few in the '90s come to think of it, most of them!!

racer69 · 7 Oct 2008, 15:28 (Ref:2306188)

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTRMagic

(pic thanks to Camaroz..)

What a beauty

Its nice to see the car restored to its 1980 ATCC spec

cavvy · 8 Oct 2008, 06:55 (Ref:2306613)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bullett

I see your points, You may see some V8 stars jump in the cars ala Jason Richards in Stubbers A9X etc. which could make a great spectacle - 3 or 4 top drivers in various cars...or drivers re united...

Understand your sentiment Bullett but I'd prefer to see Paul punting the car than nearly all V8 drivers ... at PI** Paul is good to watch .... sentimentality allows Steven Richards or Harves, Harrop, O'Brien, Negus etc.

** make that everywhere !!

David Towe · 23 Oct 2008, 21:29 (Ref:2319404)

45 entries so far for 40 grid spots.

cavvy · 23 Oct 2008, 21:34 (Ref:2319406)

How did Camaroz go? Get a guernsey?

Camaroz · 25 Oct 2008, 22:18 (Ref:2320808)

Quote:

Originally Posted by cavvy

How did Camaroz go? Get a guernsey?

Haven't heard yet. Only want to do the demo's.

Bullett · 28 Oct 2008, 07:56 (Ref:2322328)

Quote:

Originally Posted by David Towe

45 entries so far for 40 grid spots.

And only 20 for Sandown Historics...what a joke

David Towe · 28 Oct 2008, 09:35 (Ref:2322394)

I think to say 20 entries is a joke is a little harsh. Many guys can't afford to do too many races as we don't have sponsors to pay the bills. And obviously the "Grand Finale" is a more desirable option for many of us. Sandown Historics will be there next year, but a meeting like the fast taxis at OP won't, that's two reasons for my decision not to go to Sandown this year. Another is that I cam be more competitive at OP than I can at Sandown where to a degree, all you need is power to be up the front. OP is different, handling and braking can make up for the lack of power which obviously suits the M3 better. The HSRCA was going to put us on the programme for the Tasman Revival meeting between Sandown and OP, meaning we would have had 3 meetings in 4 weeks, wouldn't have got many entries to Tasman Revival with that timing, and therefore not done the category or the meeting justice.

David Towe · 28 Oct 2008, 09:35 (Ref:2322395)

Double post

David Towe · 28 Oct 2008, 09:41 (Ref:2322400)

Triple post, damn, I've got to put more Coke in my Southern and Coke

275 GTB-4 · 31 Oct 2008, 23:02 (Ref:2325144)

Quote:

Originally Posted by David Towe

Triple post, damn, I've got to put more Coke in my Southern and Coke

Nah...exchange Southern for Beam Black Label, change down and floor it

David Towe · 2 Nov 2008, 09:51 (Ref:2325735)

I don't drink and drive anymore, I spill too much.

David Towe · 23 Nov 2008, 10:26 (Ref:2340071)

40 entries, no Tweedie (blew an engine at Sandown) Markland will be there (spare engine after his Sandown blow up) LaRosa doing parade laps only in the Alf Grant HR31, Ashwood in the Winfiled Godzilla doing parade laps, my old 635 will be there and is better than new I'm told, a spectacular restoration was how it was described to me. John Smith in the Supra and David Holc in the Commodore should be the stand outs for the weekend in my opinion. I'd be very happy with a top 5 finish.
3, 12 lap races, end of the day Friday and Saturday and first up on Sunday at 8.30am.

dazza027 · 24 Nov 2008, 07:42 (Ref:2340560)

Id die to see this on tv during the V8 telecast, instead of those silly little mini's.

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