On behalf of the Scuderia Rampage we would like to announce the appointment of Vince (Vince355) as our official No. Cal. RAMPAGER!! Vince will be working with Pimp Daddy, the Rampage Staff and Sponsors in organizing a group of drivers for the April22-24th Scuderia Rampage event in Las Vegas. We will leave it to Vince to announce his Sponsor and meeting locations. For EVENT information PM Pimp Daddy or E-mail PimpsBox @ Yahoo. Com Looking Forward To Seeing Everyone In Vegas!
YAHHHHHHHHHHHH! This is going to be fun....I'll post some more details later, but it already looks like that Andretti Winery will be our Nor Cal sponsor.
Molto interesante..... I can fly in the kids and wife to Vegas....roadtrip it myself with you and my trusty V1. Once there, I can split the time between social events and family events. Everybody happy ! I think I will take the Maser, though. The Ferrari w/o A/C in Vegas might not be that much fun.
Luke - Just FWIW, the normal high temp here for the Rampage dates is 80, low is 56. Maybe not as bad as you would think.
My other excuse is that I would want to sign up for one of Roland's courses. Doing it in a 40 year old car might not be as safe, or as fun, as in a more modern machine with 390 hp. Maybe if the 250 did not just get a primo repaint, I would use it for more than just touring and shows...
V-man - I got the towing all figured out on the 550. Gotta cut the bumper. Art - you lazy old man. Last night's pep talk better have inspired you to drive. Don't gimme any of that crap. So send-off is via Andretti. What route from there? Do we go south, meet with so-cal on 15 and loop back up, or do we cross yosemite (hah, V-man says no question I bet)? --Dan
I actually got the OK last night. I brought it up right after doing the dishes, haaa !!! I do have to find a spa/massage, but it is settled. They are flying, I am driving. I am interviewing navigators as we speak...anjd shopping for cheap fares to Vegas on United, or maybe Gary can fly us in bulk, diverting one of those 747s he has been hauling to depots. On an unrelated note: I do have 3 Wellesley students staying at my house tonight. Wife, as the alumna, agreed to house them after their choir performance. On a related topic, I might need Dan or Faisal, as I am having a little trouble with the web cams.....
Wrong, it's just a question how to drive an older F car !!! You got to take it easier and use the double clutch to "respect" the car's age.Got to get in the mind stage from 40 years ago.. Roland F40LM
I count on guys to keep an eye on Vince...This time, he better bring some bottles with him.. Vince, before you leave go to a junk yard to get a Cady alternator, never know what can happen ! We missed each other 2 times now!!!! Roland F40LM
most of my track experience is in an early 70s or late 60s Alfa.....I am cogniscant that after Barber, Formula 4 track day, club events, and go karts, I still know nothing. I promise to be a humble student, in either car. I am assuming that there will be a driver's school event at the rampage, or is that still in question? I plan to fly in the wife, so whatever car I take will have to serve as the family car. I had the baby seats in the Ferrari for the trip to Concorso Italiano, but the CFO expressed clear preference for the Maser as the get around car in Nevada.
Norm: done. I'll make the call tonight! Luke: so, uh, yeah, tonight karting isn't a good night huh? If you need help... Maser is practical, but how can you possibly not bring the silver bullet? Maybe your navigator needs to become a driver... don't tell her until you're there, and say you brought her one too! choir students are trouble though. my sister was performer, hell, even i was a choir student (of some repute!) in high school. Roland: don't worry - we've got v-man all figured out. i have an emergency pod for the bike-rack on the 550 so we can put him up top inside (with a cool periscope too!) and a hidden tow mechanism to trundle the 355! --Dan
We'll have a school at the track and also several groups to keep the all event SAFE !. You have a some good back ground and it will cool to "work" with you. See you in Vegas Roland F40LM
I'm glad you have that much faith in me and my car. I'll get spare alternator rebuilt and I WILL be carrying (wine that is). I'll save you a special bottle. Third time is a charm Roland, looking forward to seeing you in Vegas, save a few minutes for me in that LM.
so if we were to caravan, how much time do we need? Anybody thought about routes, "protection", and possibly a break in the 10 hour drive (I am sure it will take most of you 6, but....)
Vincent would be most apt to say, but there are two general possibilities: 1) we scoop down 5, and then curve up towards 15. Faster, and we'd have a chance if timed right to meet up with the SoCal boys running 15. 2) We cruise through yosemite, across and down (6W to 195S I think) - which will run us through yosemite (scenic), and also just past death valley. The second will allow for a more comfortable, relaxed pace and have a good break-point, while the first is meant for a blast-and-dash. Thoughts? Naturally, V1s, police scanners, laser jammers, walkie-talkies, full cell phone lists (on your phone and in paper), etc. are in order. --Dan
walkie talkie, check V1, check would it be a one day trip with a stop for food, or would you guys break it into 2 segments with a motel in between? Leaving on the morn of the 21st? Trying to get these answered in order to book the tickets for the fam.
Luke- For the cause, I will offer my IT skills, I am sure we can deliver an effective solution tailored to your specific needs which will leave you eupohoric in the quality of your expierence. With V1s, no way this will take longer than a day. I get 14MPG at 100mph. We'll pass everything on the road buy a gas station. Does Nevada extradite? Dan- I don't EVEN want to know what sort of flute you played with in choir... Art- let me know if you want a co-almost-pilot. V-man! "I need a 12-pack of Ferrari Alternators, and a funnel!"
@@@ TIME TO RESERVE YOUR ROOM!!! @@@ To reserve your room at the Paris Resort and Casino in Las Vegas call 888-266-5687 Rooms are being held under the name Ferrari Owners Club or Scuderia Rampage . Please be sure to reserve your room at the Paris as there will be private parking and many activities planned for everyone, most occurring on the properties associated with the Paris and Caesars Entertainment. Pricing should be $158 nightly for a standard room and $250 for a suite. If you wish to reserve a suite please contact me via PM or E-Mail as the Hotels reservation department may not be ready to receive reservations for suites. For more information tune into www.ScuderiaRampage.com Or E-mail [email protected] Event and Track Costs are on their way! STAY TUNED! Dates are April 22-24 (optional early arrival for Thursday is also available and yes we will have some fun stuff planned for the early birds!)
@@@ UPDATE ON SUITES @@@ Suites are handled as an upgrade. At this time please call in as regular reservations and book your "STANDARD" room for $158.(Refer to the Scuderia Rampage or Ferrari Owners Club for discount). Then supply me with your name and contact information (E-mail: [email protected]) so that I can put you on the list for suites. This will be a first come first serve list! Once I have the list of names (and I already have 12 on the list!) for the guests staying in suites, I will submit it and the Paris will do the upgrades accordingly. @@@ AGAIN @@@ I cannot stress the importance of booking your room ASAP! Vegas will be swamped that week with the Broadcasters Convention (100K+ People attending) and if you dont believe me take a look at some of the online hotel rates for those dates! The Paris is currently at 50% occupancy for the dates of the Rampage and I have no doubt that it will be fill up quickly! I will be updating the web site ASAP with current info so stay tuned. Pricing for the event will also follow! If you want an idea of the cost E-mail me and Ill respond. E-mail: [email protected] Viva Rampage!