NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers
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NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers
I'm going to have my vette flight judged soon. Anyone have any pointers for what I haven't already done to get it ready. How strict are the judges?
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (killain)
How strict are the judges?
The judges are not strict, the expectations of the judging manuals are. The goal is to have the car 100% the way it came off the assembly line, plus dealer prep. A good judging team will spot things that deviate from this, and explain to you what/where/why/who/how the deviations affect the score in the form of deductions. The total deductions govern what flight ribbon (if any) you will be awarded.
This makes the whole process very enjoyable for both parties and simply rectifying the deviations for the next judging opportunity. it's not a one time only deal.
If people don't enjoy judging or having their car judged, they're not doing it right.
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (killain)
Amen, Mike. What to do? Go throught the manual and judge your car yourself :) You'll likely know what isn't correct and what is correct. Spend your time fixing little things that you know are incorrect.
Make sure EVERYTHING works. Operation check losses are huge compared to a point or two here and there for little things that "aren't correct". Make sure you have at least a DELCO battery. Standard deductions for non Delco batteries and non-OEM brand tires are HUGE too.
DON'T waste your time cleaning/waxing/polishing your car. It's isn't a "dirt hunt" or a cleanliness contest. Where are you having your car judged? Chuck
Make sure EVERYTHING works. Operation check losses are huge compared to a point or two here and there for little things that "aren't correct". Make sure you have at least a DELCO battery. Standard deductions for non Delco batteries and non-OEM brand tires are HUGE too.
DON'T waste your time cleaning/waxing/polishing your car. It's isn't a "dirt hunt" or a cleanliness contest. Where are you having your car judged? Chuck
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (Chuck Gongloff)
:iagree:
where are going to get it judged
where are going to get it judged
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (killain)
Killain - I am a member of the host NCRS chapter. The judges will be very detailed oriented however typically polite. Try to relax and enjoy the day. Remember - this is a hobby.
I would be willing to bet that you will probably get to meet many of the folks who post on this forum.
Good luck to you.
I would be willing to bet that you will probably get to meet many of the folks who post on this forum.
Good luck to you.
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (JL66REDCPE)
and dont forget your fire extinger batery cut off switch and ncrs sticker
the are 3 easy and good point and rember the try to help and fair have fun
and just think after you get your top flight you can have moer fun wiyh a pv
docmow
the are 3 easy and good point and rember the try to help and fair have fun
and just think after you get your top flight you can have moer fun wiyh a pv
docmow
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (killain)
Wildwood, NJ, Chuck! Thanks for the heads up. :chevy
BTW, email Roy Sinor, NCRS judging chairman rsinor@sbcglobal.net for the judging sheets for your year. They are very helpful if you want to do some pre-judging. :chevy
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (killain)
Why do i need to have a battery cutoff switch?
1)your doors will be open throughout most of the judging, meaning that the courtesy lights would be draining the battery
2) NCRS awards freebie 'bonus points' for having a switch, a fire extinguisher and an NCRS decal in the window.
There's also bonus points for driving the car to the meet.
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (killain)
Wildwood, NJ, Chuck! Thanks for the heads up.
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (killain)
It's also to promote safety. I disconnect the battery everytime I park it. No electrical fires for me thanks. :chevy
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (killain)
They've covered all the bases Killain. :) Good Luck! Relax and enjoy the meet. Take asprin with you - every meet I go to my head is just pounding by the end due to trying to cram all the info into it. :jester
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (Juliet)
Hi
Number one and most important HAVE FUN or it is not worth it.
listen carefully and you will learn a hole lot. Remember this is only the first
step to many judging meets and a lot of new Friends Sign up to be a O.J.
this will teach you what to look for
good luck :cheers: :party: :chevy
Number one and most important HAVE FUN or it is not worth it.
listen carefully and you will learn a hole lot. Remember this is only the first
step to many judging meets and a lot of new Friends Sign up to be a O.J.
this will teach you what to look for
good luck :cheers: :party: :chevy
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (Mike Ward)
2) NCRS awards freebie 'bonus points' for having a switch, a fire extinguisher and an NCRS decal in the window.
There's also bonus points for driving the car to the meet.
There's also bonus points for driving the car to the meet.
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (killain)
Killain, I just had my car judged for the 1st time last weekend at the Southern California Chapter meet in Santa Barbara California...I came to the event with anticipation of my car getting slaughtered with point deductions but I came away with a 3rd flight award and tons of notations on what needs to be fixed in order to secure a 2nd flight next time. Because the pressure was completely off due to my low expectations I think that allowed me to have a really good time.............So relax, let the experts lovingly tell you what is incorrect, and vow to do better the next time. But most of all enjoy driving your car.....Bill H.
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (Juliet)
Thanks Juliet, I've gone over a lot in the last year, I'm just finishing up with filters and the cutoff switch. I have a headache already just trying to make sure i don't overlook anything simple. Thanks everyone. :chevy
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Re: NCRS Flight judging, and tips and pointers (killain)
For god sakes make sure the car is CLEAN, I had my '69 L71 judged here in SoCal and my biggest hit was how dirty my interior was, something like 81 points, so make sure your interior is well shampooed :yesnod:
On the up side I got a Top Flight my first time out :thumbs:
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