billla

...car checked and prepped
...1/2 tank of gas
...fluids all changed
...1/2 qt add'l oil
...Bringing all the stuff needed for me and the car

And the final touch:



I'll post an (honest) follow-up. Should be interesting to see how the C5 differs from a 1995 Impala SS and a 1970 MGB in autox

Thanks to the forum for all the C5-specific tips!

Z06Fix

Good luck and have fun

TedDBere

Have fun!

PushinTheLimit

I was told to either have 1/4 tank of gas or less, or be almost full. The sloshing of gas back and forth in turns could upset the car some. I don't know how much of that would hurt you, but I usually try to stay about 1/4 tank or less. Also, thats less weight in the car too.

Bill Dearborn

With the C5 fuel slosh is less of a problem. The tanks are in front of the rear wheel and they are narrow from side to side so less room for the fuel to move in. With Pre C5 cars fuel slosh is a problem as the tank is behind the axle and has more of a horizontal layout.

Bill

PushinTheLimit

Good info to know. I still like to run with little fuel in the tank for less weight

billla

Complete bust

First run group that was supposed to go off at 9 just started at 11:30 or so. Last group of the day was slated to go off around 5 (instead of around 2) and I just couldn't make that work. 3 hours on the road for 6 hours standing and 0 runs.

Seems like the local informal club is just too popular The fields were REALLY big.

EvilBoffin

Man, I am really sorry to hear that you got shut out of your very first event. I hope you at least got some good talk-time with your local competitors about the sport, your car and some auto-x'ing tips.

When there's a lot of downtime between runs, I always find it valuable to spectate from as many vantage points as possible. It helps to keep the course 'fresh' in your mind after a long delay, while studying the most important turns from different angles can be beneficial if you're having trouble figuring out a specific part of the course. You never stop learning in this sport.

That assumes that you will EVENTUALLY get to actually drive the course, though...

Don't despair - just try again, and you'll get your day.

LehmanZ06

Look for a local SCCA autocross.

go to scca.com

find your region and look on the web site.

billla

Not a big deal - I think they just got overloaded; it happens.

Very few SCCA Solo events around here; the more "informal" groups have far more events, but the rules are pretty loose so it's really just about seat time.

Not whining; just wanted to close it out. Next one is on the 28th!

90Z51

I noticed your location was Monroe. Was this autocross in Bremerton by any chance?

BAMbrick

bummer! hope you get another opportunity soon.

BrianCunningham