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Miniwidow
24-03-2008, 10:54 PM
Today saw the start of the 16v Championship (at Croft) with a woeful number of entries.

Allan McD was our token member competing today in his Scotspeed Vaux Mini.

From the start of practice the track timing gear was playing up, so being held too long on the line by the marshalls caused his lamda sensor to saturate which meant he misfired his way off the line but was well into his stride after 100 yards or so. Second practice run was an improvement on the first.

On his first timed run he was held on the line again due to the the dodgy timing gear, it worked in his favour however and put him second in class (the class included an Audi TT V8 and a 2.6 litre RS 2000 :D )

http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x109/minifixation/16vMini006resize.jpg

On his second run he was clearly faster, but the timing gear which had been coming up with wierd and wonderful things all day, disagreed and said he was 15 seconds slower than the first run! Allan was not best pleased.

It had snowed on and off all day and was cold enough to freeze the nuts off a brass monkey :shock:

http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x109/minifixation/16vMini004resize.jpg

But it was a fun day and we were joined by Mini-sprite (Paul) and his mate Mark and as far as I could tell, a good time was had by all.

http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x109/minifixation/16vMini002resize.jpg

So congratulations Allan, you're championship leader :D Although I'm sure you couldn't do it without Grace :D

http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x109/minifixation/16vMini005resize.jpg

Mark D
25-03-2008, 12:20 PM
well done Alan, a well earned point judging by the weather. Sorry to everyone for not making it, but due to family commitments over easter i had to sit this one out at home whilst eating a rather fat turkey.

PaulW
25-03-2008, 07:45 PM
Was a great day despite the cold and the on off snow, i really enjoyed it. Was good to meet a few members and to see Alans mini's racing. I might take some photo's next time if its warm enough to get my hands out of my pocket :D . Can't wait to go and watch at Olivers mount now. Will be be good to meet loads more of you as well.

Paul

Allan McD
25-03-2008, 08:54 PM
We had a good day after early problems :cry: I am glad I have to wear a fire suit as I needed it to keep me warm 8)
The car is getting better all the time I just need a wee bit more time on track to get the feel and confidence.
Without Grace I would be lost she keeps me going in the right direction :lol:
Allan

garyshoose
25-03-2008, 08:59 PM
Without Grace I would be lost she keeps me going in the right direction :lol:
Allan


And here was me thinking that was the torquesteer :wink:

Mark D
26-03-2008, 08:51 AM
Well i heard it was nice and warm at croft


http://www.16vminiclub.com/gallery/albums/userpics/16vMini005resize.jpg

Miniwidow
26-03-2008, 10:46 AM
Ooooh you meanie, wait til Scarborough - he'll set Grace on you!!

Only kidding, she's lovely :D

Allan McD
26-03-2008, 11:39 AM
I dont need Grace to keep me in the right direction now I have glasses 8)
Plus if I can see I will be quicker :lol:
Allan
No need for the Honda bit though :evil:

Miniwidow
26-03-2008, 01:06 PM
Allan, I'll get a good photo of Mark for you to draw on when we go to Scarborough :D

Mark D
26-03-2008, 01:38 PM
Heres one i prepaired earlier

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k239/Rexmcleod/TheStig.jpg

Allan, I'll get a good photo of Mark for you to draw on when we go to Scarborough

And if theres any of that i'll lock the thread LOL

Smurfy
26-03-2008, 05:23 PM
:lol:

Well done Allan, sounds like the car is going well :D

mini1
08-06-2008, 10:14 AM
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