rondogracing 3 Report post Posted February 20, 2017 I live in northern Arizona around Prescott Valley, and I just found out about this ChumpCar stuff and it sounds like something I really want to get involved in. Is there anyone in Arizona that are ChumpCar racers or teams that a new guy could set up a meet and pick your brain about? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KDJones2000 219 Report post Posted February 20, 2017 There are a couple of teams in the Phoenix area, but not much around you. Check out this thread for more info: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rondogracing 3 Report post Posted February 20, 2017 There are a couple of teams in the Phoenix area, but not much around you. Check out this thread for more info: Thank you sir, yeah I figured most if not all would be there, I wouldn't mind driving down to Phoenix if there ever was a meet up, I can always find things to do down there, but I will keep looking through the threads for people and teams to talk to. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
red0 6,869 Report post Posted February 22, 2017 @Slugworks Paul recently moved to Yuma and brought his DSM with him. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roland 1 Report post Posted February 22, 2017 I live in northern Arizona around Prescott Valley, and I just found out about this ChumpCar stuff and it sounds like something I really want to get involved in. Is there anyone in Arizona that are ChumpCar racers or teams that a new guy could set up a meet and pick your brain about? Hi Ron, A team in North Phx is sending two Miata's to COTA. I signed up to drive, and I think he has more slots. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rondogracing 3 Report post Posted February 22, 2017 Thanks Roland, I want to watch a race first, I have never driven in a track and i would hate to cost some one a better finish because I am so slow and I would hate hate hate to wreck someones car. that and I don't have any of the safety gear yet, but I will be sure to look them up at the track and pick their brains. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KDJones2000 219 Report post Posted February 23, 2017 We are most likely going to be running the Las Vegas 13 hour overnight race in May. Not that far from you - come on over and we can chat, and you can get an idea what's up with this type of racing. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slugworks Paul 1,221 Report post Posted February 23, 2017 @Slugworks Paul recently moved to Yuma and brought his DSM with him. Unfortunately I'm a little ways from N. Arizona. I'll be visiting wild horse pass/AMP a few times with my car for track days, you're welcome to come pick my brain. I started racing chumpcar in 2010. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roland 1 Report post Posted February 23, 2017 Thanks Roland, I want to watch a race first, I have never driven in a track and i would hate to cost some one a better finish because I am so slow and I would hate hate hate to wreck someones car. that and I don't have any of the safety gear yet, but I will be sure to look them up at the track and pick their brains. For some track time go to NASAaz.com Our next event is March 11/12 at Wild Horse Pass. They have an intro class on Saturday. You can take any car out there - I took a Prius in January. They have loaner helmets too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KDJones2000 219 Report post Posted February 23, 2017 3 hours ago, Slugworks Paul said: I'll be visiting wild horse pass/AMP a few times with my car for track days, you're welcome to come pick my brain. I started racing chumpcar in 2010. Paul, I often instruct for NASA AZ, as well as run in their 944 SPEC series. Look for the red 924S #124 (There are 2 of these cars, but only one with #124 ) next time you are up here. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slugworks Paul 1,221 Report post Posted March 14, 2017 I decided to finally put an SFI/FIA rated fuel cell in my car (had a non-rated Jegs circle track cell which I was probably lucky to even have been allowed to race with) and it turned into a fuel system overhaul. Looking to get that wrapped up and out on the track before it's TOO hot (might be too late!) I'll come find you if so, what's your name? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KDJones2000 219 Report post Posted March 15, 2017 Keith. AMP is up next, in April. Going to try to make that event. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcoppola 2,779 Report post Posted March 15, 2017 13 hours ago, Slugworks Paul said: I decided to finally put an SFI/FIA rated fuel cell in my car (had a non-rated Jegs circle track cell which I was probably lucky to even have been allowed to race with) and it turned into a fuel system overhaul. Looking to get that wrapped up and out on the track before it's TOO hot (might be too late!) Complete opposite problem you had while in Minnesota, huh? I think I'm about ready for trading snow shoveling, and being couped up inside for half the year, for excessive perspiration.... ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slugworks Paul 1,221 Report post Posted March 15, 2017 The weather here from Jan 1 until about a week ago was unbelievably gorgous. (65-75F, sunny, no humidity, no bugs..) 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill Strong 6,245 Report post Posted March 16, 2017 We need more teams in AZ as my kid and grandson live in the Valley. I would HAVE to do a live media event at a Phoenix race. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slugworks Paul 1,221 Report post Posted March 17, 2017 Have we ever explored racing at Wild Horse Pass or AMP? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KDJones2000 219 Report post Posted March 17, 2017 If only.... WHP is basically crap. Two tracks that are barely over 1 mile long, with zero facilities. LeMons ran at WHP West back in 2010, and said they would not come back. AMP has sound restrictions plus everyone cannot be on the property before 8AM, and must be off it by 5PM, including cars. You will need to wait for some of these magical new tracks to show up in the PHX area before it will be worthwhile to race here. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slugworks Paul 1,221 Report post Posted March 17, 2017 Gotcha, haven't been to either yet so wasn't aware of those issues. I've heard rumblings about a new track or two in the area, what do you know about those? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill Strong 6,245 Report post Posted March 18, 2017 I used to race at Firebird when I lived there in the 80s. Is that not an option anymore? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill Strong 6,245 Report post Posted March 18, 2017 Also PIR had an ok road course. Then we had the UHaul test track that was fun. Anyone let us race on the Chrysler proving grounds track? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KDJones2000 219 Report post Posted March 19, 2017 Proving Grounds are gone. PIR is gone. FIR still sucks for anything other than hot lapping. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slugworks Paul 1,221 Report post Posted March 20, 2017 On 3/18/2017 at 9:17 AM, Bill Strong said: I used to race at Firebird when I lived there in the 80s. Is that not an option anymore? Firebird == Wild Horse Pass. I know where there's a GM test track that would be super convenient for me Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SC-WildWest 0 Report post Posted December 28, 2019 My apologies for bringing back an old thread (it is still on the 1st page, so I think it is fair game)... Anyhow, I figured it was a good spot to say "hello!" I live in Phoenix and am in the early stages of planning a car and team (yay spreadsheets!). Goal is to get everything ready to debut at a race late 21 or early 22, with using WHP track days to sort out the car... Maybe sooner. We'll see! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slugworks Paul 1,221 Report post Posted January 2 (edited) I'm no longer in arizona but KDJones2000 is a good local resource. I can certainly help with general questions on how to prepare for your first race. What kind of car are you building? Edited January 2 by Slugworks Paul Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DEE DEE 713 Report post Posted January 13 Pics of your car wild west? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
