Introduce Yourself

[55chevr]

Welcome ... we don't snub anybody ... as long as you don't drive a 57 T Bird ...

[Old Scrambler]

Hello.............I'm a vintage motorcycle guy from Wisconsin. Finally got to Bonneville for the 2009 BUB event...........IT WAS GREAT!!!

Plan to return with a bike to at least do the RWYB. Starting with a '62 Triumph Cub.  I used my Honda SR650L for a pit bike and had a blast at full speed (about 90) while riding from the pits to the start line on the long run.

I have a few other bikes in my garage, mostly Honda 250 and 305 Scramblers, a few CB750s, an original Trimuph '67 T100C, along with an occasional modern bike that seems to always be for sale.

I am getting close to retirement and am self-employed as a Commercial Real Estate Appraiser.  I love to travel to bike events and plan to return to the Bonneville GP in Tooele.

My Cub project is planned to run in the M class with mild motor mods to start.  I hope to find some help on this board regarding the rules and maybe some guidance on how to get to the starting line when I get there.

[Seldom Seen Slim]

You've found the right place, Scrambler.  Where in Wisconsin?  Nancy and I live north of you -- in Michigan's UP.  Welcome to the Forum.

Back to your search -- keep your eyes open for AHG on this Forum.  That's Drew Gatewood, the head honcho scrutinizer for the Bub's event.  He's got a thread going right now - so maybe he'll find you, but for sure you can get in touch with him.  He ought to be able to help with the rules -- if not to help you decipher them, then at least to find someone who can do so.

Best wishes.  We all look forward to seeing you on the salt (again).

[wheelrdealer]

My name is Bill. Always followed Land Speed Racing since I was a kid. Last week was at Maxton, NC where I was able to get my C license. Got a record in my name too but it was because we did not make a driver change. Hollywood was actually behind the wheel for the record run. That is ok, because it has just fueled the fire to come back and do it for myself. What I enjoy most about LSR is the run what you brung  atmosphere.

[Old Scrambler]

Thanks SS Slim (Jon) ..........I'll keep a look out!  I am located near Cascade, just south of Plymouth, in Sheboygan County....45 minutes north of Milwaukee.  Have been to the UP several dozen times.  Last trip was in '06 on a 305 Scrambler with others on a ride around Lake Superior.

I keep thinking we soon will have a 'convoy' of upper mid-westerners going to the salt.

[Seldom Seen Slim]

If that's the case -- you follow us.  We know the shortcuts.  Welcome aboard.  Sheboygan, Wisconsin -- isn't that the town that banned Playboy magazine a bunch of years ago?  Hmm, I bet you're glad you don't live in the city. . .

[floydjer]

Welcome ... we don't snub anybody ... as long as you don't drive a 57 T Bird ...

Or have a fixation on propeller driven cars....................

[dynodriveguy]

My name is Steve McAllister. Dynodriveguy is my "handle" because I own Innovation Engineering and we build drive components for dynamometers. I also work for Jon Kaase racing engines. Going to B-ville is #1 on my bucket list but right now I have 2 sons in school.
Maybe through this forum I can find someone in the Atl area to help out.

[debgeo]

You are very welcome here. You may not know it you just started on your bucket list. Next stop Salt Flats

[gman471]

Thought I'd tag along.  Looking to fulfill a lifelong dream to build and compete in my own car in time for my 50th birthday in 2017.  Looking at a clean 88 camaro to build on that a friend has.

I've been autoxing for around 8 years simply because I love the grassroots aspect of it. Started building and maintaining those cars which has increased my skill set.  I've only seen the salt in print and on tv but it has left a lasting impression.

Hope you'll all endure a few dumb questions along the way.

Greg 

[Peter Jack]

Greg, try to make it a salt event once before you run. The whole experience the first time is pretty overwhelming and if you've gone through that before trying to run it will probably make your first runs a lot easier.

Pete

[Stainless1]

Got to go with PJ on that one.  Start conditioning yourself for the addiction by attending for the next 5 years, you will be a seasoned veteran (pun intended) by the time you run.  You will know the ins and outs of LSR and it will be a cake walk.  If you show up cold, no amount of advice will help you completely understand. 
Stop by our pit and introduce yourself, but don't be surprised if you have to work while we talk.

Welcome to the others as well, same advice applies, PJ is spot on.

See ya on the salt  8-)

[gman471]

Thank you for the advice.  I'm going to have to work over my boss for some extra time off because competing and maintaining a nationally competitive autox car has been hogging lots of my time.

Hopefully with some luck I can swing a trip out in 2012.  It'll be a trick but it has to be done 

I can work while I talk too!

[relaxedphit]

gman, making it to the concrete is much shorter. Come visit (and run) us at ECTA in Maxton, NC.

[bvillercr]

Yes, visit the local track if nearby; but nothing will compare to Bonneville.