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  1. jakermc

    jakermc Formula 3 Owner

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    While you guys are off having fun in Homestead, I am busy making plans to join you guys for the last round in Daytona and then run the series full time in 2012!

    I'll be putting Paul Prideaux's old car back into action and joining Team Universal Autosports. Just waiting for Melissa to clear her desk from all the final Homestead planning (and her real job!) so I can complete the paperwork. I've been running Porsches here in TX for a number of years now but you guys seem to be having so much fun I figured it was time to race Italian style. Ad of course it doesn't hurt that I still have fond memories of the 2004 FFQC still in my head ... :)

    Looking forward to meeting and racing with everyone soon!

    Rob
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  2. gatorgreg

    gatorgreg Formula 3 Rossa Subscribed

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    Welcome!!!!
     
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  3. Paul430c

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    Welcome, Rob.

    2012 will be great!
     
    Paul430c, Oct 12, 2011
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    texasmr2 Two Time F1 World Champ BANNED

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    Very cool Rob and best of luck sunny side up.
     
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  5. rob lay

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    hmm, never heard of you. :D
     
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  6. jakermc

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  7. UAS

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    Welcome to the team rob....can't wait till daytona!
     
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    Hey Rob,

    Welcome to the series. I'll just echo all the good stuff you've already heard. They have really done a great job with FCRA. 2012 should be great.

    ...... with all of the Texas 355s, I might have to break mine out for a race or two.....

    See you soon,

    Mark
     
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  9. rob lay

    rob lay Administrator Staff Member Admin Miami 2018 Owner Social Subscribed

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    LOL
     
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    That would be a lot of fun. Break out the 355.
    Greg
     
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    Mark and Jeff would have a good battle! :)
     
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    vlamgat Formula Junior

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    Guys he is a ringer - the man makes old Porsches talk! Welcome - always enjoy racing with you!
     
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    Rob

    We are of course looking forward to you joining the FCRA. If you've not yet joined the FCRA or not sent in an application for a temporary license please do so and we will get you on board asap. If you are having trouble getting info from Melissa you can email me direct at [email protected].

    As I posted in the challenge forum we are looking forward to a fantastic FCRA 355 class next year.
     
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  14. jakermc

    jakermc Formula 3 Owner

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    Just sent you an email ...
     
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    Paul met me out at VIR yesterday and I got my first laps in car - just outstanding! Initially I was a little slow as I was content just sitting back and listening to the engine behind me. Without a doubt the best sounding race car I've had the pleasure of driving, the notes are still in my head. :)

    With Paul's tutoring (my first time at VIR), I began to pick it up in the afternoon and had a blast. The car is very easy to drive, forgiving and predictable. Only complaint is the steering is overboosted and numb compared to the Porsches I've raced, but I knew that going in from the street cars I've owned. Biggest surprise was how good the brakes were, couldn't ask for anything more in that department. I also loved the gated shifter on track, combined with the heavy on-center spring action as it made for very precise shifts.

    On the last lap of the day I did manage to brake 2 wheel studs on the left rear shortly after apexing T1. But hey, that's why we do shake down runs before racing a car that was pulled out of storage. With Paul's help it will be fixed and ready for Daytona!

    For anyone sitting on the fence about a 355C, just drive one! They have to be one of the best bargains in used race cars right now. And with the FCRA growing and building demand for these former cast offs, I suspect ownership costs will be limited to maintenance and consumables. There is another yellow one in the classifieds right now, come join us ...
     
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    you don't want to know how much those wheel studs are, not quite as much as rear wheel bearings. :) keep your threads clean and don't go to Eagles Canyon, you'll be fine. :)
     
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    The cost from Risi Ferrari is $178/each. But from Ricambi (via Hill Engineering) it's only $28! Daniel is having 20 air freighted in from the UK for me so I can replace all of the original studs. Another example of amazing service from one of the Fchat sponsors.



    Looking at the pictures of the new decals going on the car, I think we should award trophies for 'Best Prepared' car. If I am not quick at least I will look good! Of course I would have to send the trophy home with Paul as it's his hard work that is making all this happen. I'd never be able to make this race without all of his efforts, so a big public THANK YOU to him.
     
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    God forbid Paul ever loses his day job, universal has first right to refusal for him as a full time tech! Great job Paul!
     
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    I remember seeing that car in Richmond at classics on the James.

    What a beauty, with some serious carbon accessories. Great job on the purchase. I wish I would have had the means. If only I could find a good 95 355C that I could title and track.
     
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    The car looks good. Have a good time in Daytona! I look forward to meeting you next year.
     
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  23. rob lay

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    Rob, how many times have you rubbed some nice paint off in a Porsche? :D:D:D
     
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    ahh, you can't make Daytona?
     
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    Nope, not going.
     
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