My 1st NCRS Event Results
11-24-2014, 08:30 AM
#1
Le Mans Master
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My 1st NCRS Event Results
Let me start by encouraging everyone that has thought about going to one of these events to definitely go, if not to show your car to at least go and see how it's done.
I want give a big thanks to all the folks that put on great event. A special
to all the judges.
As said the weather was not on our side, cold and rainy (now I won't be able to say "never been in the rain" any more)
but that didn't hold the judges back, man they were all over the cars even underneath in the wet grass.
All the judges and a lot of others were very complimentary on my car, she was the only big block on the field. She did every thing perfectly, fired right up and idled for all the time they needed, everything work the first time, A/C power windows, lighter..you name it and she stepped right up.
If I remember (will check the judging sheets when I get them) I think the exterior got almost a perfect score, the interior got knocked down for just a few things, wrong flasher and turn signal relays, couple wrong screws and I think that was about it. However did get hit with the leather seats, originally they were vinyl but I'm ok with that.
Mechanically did well also, ARA and his co judge were very thorough and took all the time I wanted to explain everything to me. The big negative was the engine pad ( I know thats a big one but I know it's the right motor but it is what it is), wrong pulley, clutch fan, radiator, alternator, a few minor other items. Man those guys know there stuff
I think it did very well on the chassis etc. Got knocked a little for things like a little rust on nuts and bolt etc.
I think everyone was pretty surprised when I told them that it was an almost 30 year old restoration and I drive the car. May have been a little to much for a few of the most senior NCRS guys when I said that my next goal with the car is to get into the 11s at the strip
One of the things I got a pretty good knock for was my radial tires, I know the rules about bias tires but IMHO if they are trying to promote safety and driving/enjoying your car, no matter what I'm driving with the best tires I can get. I would say that if you have radials that appear to be consistent with factory look (and mine are) not only should it be no deduct, should be an add like the battery cut off and fire extinguisher.
So when it came time for the awards I was a little surprised as were most of the judges that I ended up 5 point shy of a blue ribbon.
Had a good time meeting other Corvette nuts, glad I went...been there done that.
Now for that 11.xx pass
I want give a big thanks to all the folks that put on great event. A special
to all the judges.As said the weather was not on our side, cold and rainy (now I won't be able to say "never been in the rain" any more)
but that didn't hold the judges back, man they were all over the cars even underneath in the wet grass.All the judges and a lot of others were very complimentary on my car, she was the only big block on the field. She did every thing perfectly, fired right up and idled for all the time they needed, everything work the first time, A/C power windows, lighter..you name it and she stepped right up.
If I remember (will check the judging sheets when I get them) I think the exterior got almost a perfect score, the interior got knocked down for just a few things, wrong flasher and turn signal relays, couple wrong screws and I think that was about it. However did get hit with the leather seats, originally they were vinyl but I'm ok with that.
Mechanically did well also, ARA and his co judge were very thorough and took all the time I wanted to explain everything to me. The big negative was the engine pad ( I know thats a big one but I know it's the right motor but it is what it is), wrong pulley, clutch fan, radiator, alternator, a few minor other items. Man those guys know there stuff
I think it did very well on the chassis etc. Got knocked a little for things like a little rust on nuts and bolt etc.
I think everyone was pretty surprised when I told them that it was an almost 30 year old restoration and I drive the car. May have been a little to much for a few of the most senior NCRS guys when I said that my next goal with the car is to get into the 11s at the strip
One of the things I got a pretty good knock for was my radial tires, I know the rules about bias tires but IMHO if they are trying to promote safety and driving/enjoying your car, no matter what I'm driving with the best tires I can get. I would say that if you have radials that appear to be consistent with factory look (and mine are) not only should it be no deduct, should be an add like the battery cut off and fire extinguisher.
So when it came time for the awards I was a little surprised as were most of the judges that I ended up 5 point shy of a blue ribbon.
Had a good time meeting other Corvette nuts, glad I went...been there done that.
Now for that 11.xx pass
11-24-2014, 08:55 AM
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Sounds like you had a good learning experience, and were able to take something away from the meet, are you going to try again, and get a couple of extra points?
Second Flight isn't bad, you might have been able to top flight with some driving points, consider a farther away meet next time.
Now go find some $300 original screws
Second Flight isn't bad, you might have been able to top flight with some driving points, consider a farther away meet next time.
Now go find some $300 original screws
11-24-2014, 09:38 AM
#4
Let me start by encouraging everyone that has thought about going to one of these events to definitely go, if not to show your car to at least go and see how it's done.
I want give a big thanks to all the folks that put on great event. A special to all the judges.
As said the weather was not on our side, cold and rainy (now I won't be able to say "never been in the rain" any more) but that didn't hold the judges back, man they were all over the cars even underneath in the wet grass.
All the judges and a lot of others were very complimentary on my car, she was the only big block on the field. She did every thing perfectly, fired right up and idled for all the time they needed, everything work the first time, A/C power windows, lighter..you name it and she stepped right up.
If I remember (will check the judging sheets when I get them) I think the exterior got almost a perfect score, the interior got knocked down for just a few things, wrong flasher and turn signal relays, couple wrong screws and I think that was about it. However did get hit with the leather seats, originally they were vinyl but I'm ok with that.
Mechanically did well also, ARA and his co judge were very thorough and took all the time I wanted to explain everything to me. The big negative was the engine pad ( I know thats a big one but I know it's the right motor but it is what it is), wrong pulley, clutch fan, radiator, alternator, a few minor other items. Man those guys know there stuff
I think it did very well on the chassis etc. Got knocked a little for things like a little rust on nuts and bolt etc.
I think everyone was pretty surprised when I told them that it was an almost 30 year old restoration and I drive the car. May have been a little to much for a few of the most senior NCRS guys when I said that my next goal with the car is to get into the 11s at the strip
One of the things I got a pretty good knock for was my radial tires, I know the rules about bias tires but IMHO if they are trying to promote safety and driving/enjoying your car, no matter what I'm driving with the best tires I can get. I would say that if you have radials that appear to be consistent with factory look (and mine are) not only should it be no deduct, should be an add like the battery cut off and fire extinguisher.
So when it came time for the awards I was a little surprised as were most of the judges that I ended up 5 point shy of a blue ribbon.
Had a good time meeting other Corvette nuts, glad I went...been there done that.
Now for that 11.xx pass
I want give a big thanks to all the folks that put on great event. A special
to all the judges.As said the weather was not on our side, cold and rainy (now I won't be able to say "never been in the rain" any more)
but that didn't hold the judges back, man they were all over the cars even underneath in the wet grass.All the judges and a lot of others were very complimentary on my car, she was the only big block on the field. She did every thing perfectly, fired right up and idled for all the time they needed, everything work the first time, A/C power windows, lighter..you name it and she stepped right up.
If I remember (will check the judging sheets when I get them) I think the exterior got almost a perfect score, the interior got knocked down for just a few things, wrong flasher and turn signal relays, couple wrong screws and I think that was about it. However did get hit with the leather seats, originally they were vinyl but I'm ok with that.
Mechanically did well also, ARA and his co judge were very thorough and took all the time I wanted to explain everything to me. The big negative was the engine pad ( I know thats a big one but I know it's the right motor but it is what it is), wrong pulley, clutch fan, radiator, alternator, a few minor other items. Man those guys know there stuff
I think it did very well on the chassis etc. Got knocked a little for things like a little rust on nuts and bolt etc.
I think everyone was pretty surprised when I told them that it was an almost 30 year old restoration and I drive the car. May have been a little to much for a few of the most senior NCRS guys when I said that my next goal with the car is to get into the 11s at the strip
One of the things I got a pretty good knock for was my radial tires, I know the rules about bias tires but IMHO if they are trying to promote safety and driving/enjoying your car, no matter what I'm driving with the best tires I can get. I would say that if you have radials that appear to be consistent with factory look (and mine are) not only should it be no deduct, should be an add like the battery cut off and fire extinguisher.
So when it came time for the awards I was a little surprised as were most of the judges that I ended up 5 point shy of a blue ribbon.
Had a good time meeting other Corvette nuts, glad I went...been there done that.
Now for that 11.xx pass
11-24-2014, 10:35 AM
#5
Safety Car
Congrats, I have had my '62 judged twice, an incredible learning experience and a lot of fun.
I also really enjoy the judging schools at the regional and national events, some of the most knowledgeable Corvette experts in the world giving classes on real cars, how can you beat that if you want to learn about these great old cars!
Paul
I also really enjoy the judging schools at the regional and national events, some of the most knowledgeable Corvette experts in the world giving classes on real cars, how can you beat that if you want to learn about these great old cars!
Paul
11-24-2014, 12:59 PM
#7
Le Mans Master
Let me start by encouraging everyone that has thought about going to one of these events to definitely go, if not to show your car to at least go and see how it's done.
I want give a big thanks to all the folks that put on great event. A special to all the judges.
As said the weather was not on our side, cold and rainy (now I won't be able to say "never been in the rain" any more) but that didn't hold the judges back, man they were all over the cars even underneath in the wet grass.
All the judges and a lot of others were very complimentary on my car, she was the only big block on the field. She did every thing perfectly, fired right up and idled for all the time they needed, everything work the first time, A/C power windows, lighter..you name it and she stepped right up.
If I remember (will check the judging sheets when I get them) I think the exterior got almost a perfect score, the interior got knocked down for just a few things, wrong flasher and turn signal relays, couple wrong screws and I think that was about it. However did get hit with the leather seats, originally they were vinyl but I'm ok with that.
Mechanically did well also, ARA and his co judge were very thorough and took all the time I wanted to explain everything to me. The big negative was the engine pad ( I know thats a big one but I know it's the right motor but it is what it is), wrong pulley, clutch fan, radiator, alternator, a few minor other items. Man those guys know there stuff
I think it did very well on the chassis etc. Got knocked a little for things like a little rust on nuts and bolt etc.
I think everyone was pretty surprised when I told them that it was an almost 30 year old restoration and I drive the car. May have been a little to much for a few of the most senior NCRS guys when I said that my next goal with the car is to get into the 11s at the strip
One of the things I got a pretty good knock for was my radial tires, I know the rules about bias tires but IMHO if they are trying to promote safety and driving/enjoying your car, no matter what I'm driving with the best tires I can get. I would say that if you have radials that appear to be consistent with factory look (and mine are) not only should it be no deduct, should be an add like the battery cut off and fire extinguisher.
So when it came time for the awards I was a little surprised as were most of the judges that I ended up 5 point shy of a blue ribbon.
Had a good time meeting other Corvette nuts, glad I went...been there done that.
Now for that 11.xx pass
I want give a big thanks to all the folks that put on great event. A special
to all the judges.As said the weather was not on our side, cold and rainy (now I won't be able to say "never been in the rain" any more)
but that didn't hold the judges back, man they were all over the cars even underneath in the wet grass.All the judges and a lot of others were very complimentary on my car, she was the only big block on the field. She did every thing perfectly, fired right up and idled for all the time they needed, everything work the first time, A/C power windows, lighter..you name it and she stepped right up.
If I remember (will check the judging sheets when I get them) I think the exterior got almost a perfect score, the interior got knocked down for just a few things, wrong flasher and turn signal relays, couple wrong screws and I think that was about it. However did get hit with the leather seats, originally they were vinyl but I'm ok with that.
Mechanically did well also, ARA and his co judge were very thorough and took all the time I wanted to explain everything to me. The big negative was the engine pad ( I know thats a big one but I know it's the right motor but it is what it is), wrong pulley, clutch fan, radiator, alternator, a few minor other items. Man those guys know there stuff
I think it did very well on the chassis etc. Got knocked a little for things like a little rust on nuts and bolt etc.
I think everyone was pretty surprised when I told them that it was an almost 30 year old restoration and I drive the car. May have been a little to much for a few of the most senior NCRS guys when I said that my next goal with the car is to get into the 11s at the strip
One of the things I got a pretty good knock for was my radial tires, I know the rules about bias tires but IMHO if they are trying to promote safety and driving/enjoying your car, no matter what I'm driving with the best tires I can get. I would say that if you have radials that appear to be consistent with factory look (and mine are) not only should it be no deduct, should be an add like the battery cut off and fire extinguisher.
So when it came time for the awards I was a little surprised as were most of the judges that I ended up 5 point shy of a blue ribbon.
Had a good time meeting other Corvette nuts, glad I went...been there done that.
Now for that 11.xx pass
11-24-2014, 03:53 PM
#8
One of the things I got a pretty good knock for was my radial tires, I know the rules about bias tires but IMHO if they are trying to promote safety and driving/enjoying your car, no matter what I'm driving with the best tires I can get. I would say that if you have radials that appear to be consistent with factory look (and mine are) not only should it be no deduct, should be an add like the battery cut off and fire extinguisher.
I'm glad you enjoyed the judging experience, not much point doing it if it's not fun.
11-24-2014, 05:10 PM
#9
Drifting
11-24-2014, 08:04 PM
#10
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