Pontiac & LS1GTO.com would like to invite you to meet the GTO•R [updated 8/13]

[DevilYellow]

UPDATED INFO: We have 30+ People registered! Tickets remain free. The track activity with us having one lap access in our own cars has been confirmed!

There is a one time opportunity for the members here, Pontiac will have a lot of resources at Mid-Ohio on the 27th of August. We wanted to do something special for the event.

We will have access to Pontiac's Hospitality area for the entire day of Saturday. This not only means upfront action to the team and the cars but breakfast, lunch, and dinner is taken care of as well.

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attach mentid=18254&stc=1

We have the opportunity to eat lunch with the drivers, and listen to engineers from Pratt & Miller and GM Performance go over the GTO•R race car, maybe a little of the Daytona Prototype, and I've asked if maybe someone from the engineering team that is in charge of the GTO could come as well.

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attach mentid=18255&stc=1

We will even have an opportunity to have a pit tour during the qualifying in the morning as they practice.

After the track is clear there is a high possibility that we will have some time to bring our own GTO's on the track for a lap and to take some pictures.

Now here is the good part. What would you expect to pay for this once in a life time opportunity? $50? $100? .... how about nothing?

I ask the following, please only register if you are serious about attending. While attending please represent the board well and realize this is a one time only event, next year we might be able to organize something on a smaller scale by ourselves. And lastly to enjoy yourself!

PM me or email jon@ls1gto.com for registration details.

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attach mentid=18253&stc=1

Official Schedule as follows:
Saturday, August 27, 2005

Registration 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Rolex Series (Practice) 10:25 am – 11:05 am

Pit Tour / Paddock Tour 10:30 am – 11:30 pm

Lunch 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Autograph Session (public) 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Track Activity (TBD) 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Driver Meet & Greet 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Dinner 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Grand Am Cup Race 5:30 pm

[sxty8goats]

With 30 Confirmations there are not posts in the thread?

I'm thinking of going. I would like someone to ride out with if posible. Here is my plan..

Leave here (Crystal Lake) at 3am Saturday to arive at 9am for the start of festivities..

Enjoy the day,

Get a hotel,

Drive home casualy Sunday.

Anyone want to ride out?

[DevilYellow]

Because the track lap is confirmed and we have 30 confirmed people I decided to split the thread that had alot of posts that didnt make it look like we had 30 people and had some old information.

[Holeshot]

With 30 Confirmations there are not posts in the thread?

I'm thinking of going. I would like someone to ride out with if posible. Here is my plan..

Leave here (Crystal Lake) at 3am Saturday to arive at 9am for the start of festivities..

Enjoy the day,

Get a hotel,

Drive home casualy Sunday.

Anyone want to ride out? I would but its an 81/2 hr drive for me. And a little short notice. Oh and cash is a little tight :(
http://maps.google.com/maps?spn=2.785552,5.604675&saddr=franklin+wi+53132&daddr=Lexington,+OH+44904-0108&hl=en

[OpenWheel]

DY... Just how did you pull this miracle deal off? Hats off to ya!

Looking forward to meeting you...

[Rockos GTO]

DY.........U da MAN!!!

[zgoat]

Cant wait!

[Oh4GTO]

Man this sux. Im all the way in Florida. When I first read this thread I was getting goosebumps I was so excited. Any chance this can happen here on the Daytona Raceway during the Rolex 24?

[sccaGTO]

Man this sux. Im all the way in Florida. When I first read this thread I was getting goosebumps I was so excited. Any chance this can happen here on the Daytona Raceway during the Rolex 24?
If that were to happen (on my off weekend), I'd definately go for that.

I'll have the biggest SEG riding around Mid-Ohio with you guys. :D

[MidnightBlueLS2]

Just sent you an email - we want to be there for this fantastic opportunity. Not to mention we've been itching to watch a race at Mid-Ohio. Thanks for spreading the news!!

Jack and Karen :thumbs:

[firegoat]

Please let this happen at the 2006 Rolex @ Daytona!

Any GTO owners gonna be at the 2006 Rolex @ Daytona ?

[YellowGoatNick]

Anyone know if they will hold something like this again in other locations?

[Oh4GTO]

I am. I go every year for the entire night. Too many people during the day.

[OpenWheel]

Is there a list of who's going anywhere. Might want to meet up with some people Friday night.

If anyone is interested in getting together Friday night before the big day PM me.

[DevilYellow]

35 people registered as of today - 15 GTO's

[HUMBLER]

DY, is that 35 LS1GTOoers or 35 total signed up with Kirsten?

Friday night! My reccomendatin would be Bucks in Lexington. They usually have live music and there are Go Karts next door:

http://www.lexington-oh.com/bucks/

http://www.lexington-oh.com/infield/index.html

[sccaGTO]

I knew there was something I forgot to ask. What gate are we supposed to come to when we arrive at the track?

http://www.midohio.com

[sxty8goats]

35 people registered as of today - 15 GTO's
You got me on the list right? I'm driving on that track :)

[sxty8goats]

What is the track called in GT4? I'm going to drive it a bit so I know what I'm going to see. (Yea, I know there will likely be a pace car going 50 or 60 mph in front of us but I still want to get to know the track.)

[Rockos GTO]

I knew there was something I forgot to ask. What gate are we supposed to come to when we arrive at the track?

http://www.midohio.com

More then likely Kirsten will email us with all the instructions.........

[sccaGTO]

More then likely Kirsten will email us with all the instructions.........
The only instructions I've recieved so far was to wear long pants & no open toe shoes through the pit area.

[Rockos GTO]

The only instructions I've recieved so far was to wear long pants & no open toe shoes through the pit area.

Who did you recieve that from.........I never heard that

[GTO1_OHIO]

Who did you recieve that from.........I never heard that

I got the same info...think it was in Kristens email confirming that I was registered.

[Rockos GTO]

I got the same info...think it was in Kristens email confirming that I was registered.

I got the comfirmation and another email asking if I was bringing the Goat, just havent recieved any other info on it............I emailed Kirsten this morning about the info. I will let you know what she says

[sxty8goats]

DY, do I need to contact anyone besides you on this?

[HUMBLER]

DY, do I need to contact anyone besides you on this?

Yes you have to send an email to Kirsten per the instructions:

Kirsten Sonneville
TMG Sports Marketing
1092 Centre Road | Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Office: 248 373 4800 | Fax: 248 373 7098 | Cell: 248 202 9771
ksonneville@tmgsports.net

[HUMBLER]

I got the same info...think it was in Kristens email confirming that I was registered.


I haven't seen it yet either, 2 intitiatives going on here I think but anyways standard fair when entering a pit, pants and closed shoes. MidOhio rules if nothing else.

[sccaGTO]

The only thing Kirsten sent to me was:
1st e-mail: Was to give me info on how to get confirmed. In this e-mail (in highlighted yellow) it said per Grand American rules, no sleeveless shirts, no open toe shoes, & must wear long pants.
2nd e-mail: Was to confirm that I would be attending with anyone else & if I would be in my GTO.

Nowhere in the e-mails I recieved did it say where I (or all of us) were to enter/meet.

[BobthePhotoGuy]

Any one coming from Columbus or Akron? I am thinking of flying up and would need a lift to to and from the track.

Bob

[DevilYellow]

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/showthread.php?p=5444 74#post544474

[Holeshot]

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/showthread.php?p=5444 74#post544474
Jon I really wanted to go but there is just no way I can make it :mad:
If you get me an autographed pic of something I wont post the pics of you sleeping at the Kane Cty show :gr_jest: J/K JON :angel:

Hope you guys all have a blast. And for gods sake take lots of pictures. My wall paper collection is getting low :cool:

[HUMBLER]

Any one coming from Columbus or Akron? I am thinking of flying up and would need a lift to to and from the track.

Bob

Columbus here but going for the weekend if that works for you? Bringing the models with you I assume, yes?

[sccaGTO]

Hope you guys all have a blast. And for gods sake take lots of pictures. My wall paper collection is getting low :cool:
Well, I am trying to get my shit together in order to video the parade around Mid-Ohio. This promises to be fun.

Btw, thanks for the link, Jon.

[RobertHammen]

Jon I really wanted to go but there is just no way I can make it :mad:

Me too, once I heard about it last weekend. Unfortunately, my work project I've spent the last 3 1/2 months on, wraps up on the 27th and 28th and I have to be there (along with 4 other co-workers).

*sigh*

--Robert

[BowdawG]

I'm in! plus one guest
-Ryan

[sxty8goats]

Did Ryan get a girl!?!?! Woot!!

[Rockos GTO]

The only thing Kirsten sent to me was:
1st e-mail: Was to give me info on how to get confirmed. In this e-mail (in highlighted yellow) it said per Grand American rules, no sleeveless shirts, no open toe shoes, & must wear long pants.
2nd e-mail: Was to confirm that I would be attending with anyone else & if I would be in my GTO.

Nowhere in the e-mails I recieved did it say where I (or all of us) were to enter/meet.
I emailed her yesterday and got this response :
In regard to the event, registration will begin at 9:00 am. Everyone can pick up his or her credentials at Will-Call (will be there to meet you and give you a track map). You will proceed to the Hospitality area, park your cars and have breakfast.

The rest of the schedule is still being finalized and as soon as it is, I will forward it to DY and have it posted. I will also send out an email to those who registered and provided an email address.

Please note that there will be a pit tour. Per Grand American, you must wear long pants, closed toe shoes and no sleeveless shirts.

[monaro_gto]

is this still open or is booked out. I am so tempted but its a long a$$ drive.

[sccaGTO]

Thanks, Rocko. DY also posted that info. So, at least we are all in the same boat.

[monaro_gto]

Guys, need suggestions for accomadation. Tried expedia, orbitz and hotels.com but all are saying no availability. Any clues or hotels you can suggest?

[Rockos GTO]

Guys, need suggestions for accomadation. Tried expedia, orbitz and hotels.com but all are saying no availability. Any clues or hotels you can suggest?

Try this link

mansfield Ohio (http://www.mansfieldtourism.com/lodging.php)

[monaro_gto]

thanks, tried that one, the only one available (without calling non-internet places) is super8 at 2425 Interstate Circle. How far is this from the track.

[Rockos GTO]

Not sure what to try then.........I know all the hotel around there fill up quick. On race weekends they are usually filled by 2 months befor ethe event

[jwarren]

Ok this hotel had rooms available back on the 11th dont know if they still have them or not.

AmeriHost Inn Ashland
741 US 250 East
I-71 & US 250
Ashland , Ohio 44805
United States
419-281-8090

its about 20 miles out and they were $80 a night.

Jeremy

[sccaGTO]

Ok this hotel had rooms available back on the 11th dont know if they still have them or not.

AmeriHost Inn Ashland
741 US 250 East
I-71 & US 250
Ashland , Ohio 44805
United States
419-281-8090

its about 20 miles out and they were $80 a night.

Jeremy
Still did when I checked earlier today.

[Tiresmoker]

My wife & I will be there too!! :-off the

[LjSi1mGmTyO]

Just found out I can have off next weekend...WooHoo!!!
DY, I emailed you for further instructions, hope it's not too late.

[silvergoat05]

Phuckin lucky bastards that live around that area. Sounds like an awesome GTG.

[Holeshot]

I am going :thumbs: :thumbs:

[TurboDan]

Just caught up on reading the forum, and I plan to go! Is it OK to bring kids as well? My wife (Paula) and our 9 and 5 year old will be attending, if that is all right. They would NOT want to stay home for such an event!

We'll be driving half-way Friday night, staying somewhere along the way, and arriving at 9am for the fun. We made reservations for Saturday night at the Amerihost in Ashland.

Pinch me, I'm dreaming.

[DevilYellow]

I am going :thumbs: :thumbs:

Remember to email or call Kirsten.

[Rockos GTO]

Just caught up on reading the forum, and I plan to go! Is it OK to bring kids as well? My wife (Paula) and our 9 and 5 year old will be attending, if that is all right. They would NOT want to stay home for such an event!

We'll be driving half-way Friday night, staying somewhere along the way, and arriving at 9am for the fun. We made reservations for Saturday night at the Amerihost in Ashland.

Pinch me, I'm dreaming.

Make sure you email Kirsten..........she needs to know if you are bring more then you stated before.

[TurboDan]

Make sure you email Kirsten..........she needs to know if you are bring more then you stated before.

Thanks. Already taken care of. We are staying at the Holiday Inn Express in Bucryus instead. It's the right direction for the drive home on Sunday.

[Holeshot]

Remember to email or call Kirsten. I did last week friday. I got a reply from her the same day. Everything will be at will call. I guess I have to leave Milwaukee around midnight to get there by 9 am. Is 8 1/2 hr drive for me. :burnout:

[BowdawG]

I think I may go to Columbus Friday night and stay with one of my roommates from college who I'm gonna drag along for the insanity (we'll convert the F*rd boy one of these days ;) ...

[Holeshot]

I think I may go to Columbus Friday night and stay with one of my roommates from college who I'm gonna drag along for the insanity (we'll convert the F*rd boy one of these days ;) ... Thats cool. I was wondering if you and Chris were coming down.

[DevilYellow]

Chis has a shift light day in TX I think.

[BowdawG]

Just me and my buddy Tony. Chris is goin to Texas to be a fooker ;)

[sccaGTO]

Just me and my buddy Tony. Chris is goin to Texas to be a fooker ;)
He's trying to make a little change on the side. Instead of getting a real job. :gr_jest:

[sccaGTO]

I forgot to ask. How long is the race scheduled for?

[Rockos GTO]

400 kilometers...........I believe

[sccaGTO]

I just saw that Ron Fellows will be driving the #64 GTO.R at Mid-Ohio. Cool. And you're right on distance Rocko.

Edit: checked the website again--Distance (400km/250miles/111 laps/2hr. 45min. time limit)

[LjSi1mGmTyO]

When we take the Goats onto the track, will this be a smile and wave parade for pictures?
Or
Will there be an opportunity to WOT?
I know, I would like the chance to do 100+ mph, which is risky on public roads for many reasons. I realize most of us aren't professional drivers, but I would hope we are responsible drivers.
I know some of us has already driven over 65 mph.

[DevilYellow]

I am going to take a wild guess and say anything over 100mph is going to be not allowed. This is more of a photo opportunity than to really push the car on the track.

[Rockos GTO]

I am going to take a wild guess and say anything over 100mph is going to be not allowed. This is more of a photo opportunity than to really push the car on the track.



I am sure you are correct DY It wont be a test lap... I bet we dont get over 70 mph... it still will be awesome :burnout:

[LjSi1mGmTyO]

As I expected, DY...
Was just having my "Speed Racer" fantasy, only without the monkey.

Being on a racetrack with the car of my dreams is more than enough, oh and a few pics too.

Gotta be able to make some jaws drop.

[MidnightBlueLS2]

I forgot to ask. How long is the race scheduled for?

2-3/4 hours to be precise. :driving:

[GTO1_OHIO]

So what's the count up to now.

I'm crossing my fingers that the bodyshop is done on Friday so I don't have to drop out. Thought it would be nice if I could get the Woodward hood finished for everyone to see...hope this doesn't backfire on me.

The hoods on and painted...its all good for Mid-Ohio :thumbs:

[MidnightBlueLS2]

Just caught up on reading the forum, and I plan to go! Is it OK to bring kids as well? My wife (Paula) and our 9 and 5 year old will be attending, if that is all right. They would NOT want to stay home for such an event!

We'll be driving half-way Friday night, staying somewhere along the way, and arriving at 9am for the fun. We made reservations for Saturday night at the Amerihost in Ashland.

Pinch me, I'm dreaming.

Jack and I will be at Amerihost in Ashland Friday and Saturday night. Hope the hotel has TNT in case we get back in time to catch the end of the Bristol crashfest! ;)

Just a note to everyone - you might want to read over the Track rules before heading out. Always good to know what's allowed and what's not.

http://www.midohio.com/track/facilityrules.asp

We're really looking forward to this and meeting fellow GTO owners/enthusiasts.

Have a safe trip to the track!

Cheers,
Jack and Karen

[sxty8goats]

For those who haven't checked their email..Our Lap opens the Race :D

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attach mentid=19127&stc=1

[DevilYellow]

Registration for the event...

69 people
27 GTO's

[sxty8goats]

We rock.

[sccaGTO]

Registration for the event...

69 people
27 GTO's
Safe to presume the goat will make the trip with you Jon?

[DevilYellow]

Safe to presume the goat will make the trip with you Jon?

You dont know me. Sorry its not coming. We are going to hopfully have 3 shifts to beable to drive PJ's (sixtyeightgoats) car.

[sccaGTO]

You dont know me. Sorry its not coming. We are going to hopfully have 3 shifts to beable to drive PJ's (sixtyeightgoats) car.
I hate it for the guy who has to sleep in the back. :gr_jest: That's gonna be a hell of a crick in his neck.

[StepUp]

Well, I just bought a Cam, but it won't be on before friday. All I know is I can't wait!!!!

[sccaGTO]

Well, I just bought a Cam, but it won't be on before friday. All I know is I can't wait!!!!
I presume you mean camera, not camshaft. Camshafts don't go on the car. Are you gonna have it mounted to the car?

[StepUp]

I presume you mean camera, not camshaft. Camshafts don't go on the car. Are you gonna have it mounted to the car?


Bah you know what I mean... In the engine...

Specs:

specs are 228/232 .580/.584

[HUMBLER]

Registration for the event...

69 people
27 GTO's

: :hail: At the moment the weather is looking a little bleak but I'm sure that will change 10 times in the next 2 days.

[MidnightBlueLS2]

: :hail: At the moment the weather is looking a little bleak but I'm sure that will change 10 times in the next 2 days.

Too true, with every location it seems. Hopefully it will work out to be a beautiful day in Ohio.

Just a quick note - SPEED will show the EMCO Gears Classic Rolex Series race tape delayed on Sunday, 8/28, at 12 noon. Guess we better figure out how to set the VCR upstairs, eh.

Everyone drive safely - we're certainly looking forward to this weekend. :p

[Tiresmoker]

: :hail: At the moment the weather is looking a little bleak but I'm sure that will change 10 times in the next 2 days.

NEVER...EVER believe an Ohio weatherman...thay are always wrong MORONS!

[McCarron]

Darn just found this today, and I have plans for this weekend for the past few weeks that I can't miss (Ryno Retirement Game Tickets, Birthday Party and a Concert).

Damnit!

[HUMBLER]

Nothing I wouldn't cancel for this opportunity! I know easy for me to say ;-)

[Holeshot]

I hate it for the guy who has to sleep in the back. :gr_jest: That's gonna be a hell of a crick in his neck.
I am getting up at 3 Fri morning working till 5 going to bed when I get home at 6 sleep till 1130 leave Mil at midnight may be catch up with the CHI boys on the way.

[sccaGTO]

NEVER...EVER believe an Ohio weatherman...thay are always wrong MORONS!
Speaking of conditions in Ohio, how are the gas prices there? :gr_jest:

[BowdawG]

"Under no circumstances are spectators permitted to cross fences or go on-course at any time."
So is it punishable by death if you were to drive a car on the track ;) It's not our fault they can't even follow their own rules!!!
I wouldn't be surprised to see a quick little "before the race several GTOs took the track" clip televised, I'm setting the VCR!
Dan- hope you are able to catchup with the Chitown Goats and get a co-pilot! Have a safe trip and see ya there!!
Lance- I think I still owe you a beer from Nationals '04 when we were in the bar Saturday just before the rainstorms blew into Pontiac!
Don't know about 4 hours south of here, but today premium in Mid-Michigan just went from 2.75 back up to 2.95... wooohooo... fookers!!

[BowdawG]

Looking through their website, I found buried in their driving directions page:
"Gate 2 is the Will Call gate."

[sxty8goats]

Sweet Ryan, See you there.. Is The Fooker Militia going as well?

[topperge]

Can't wait guys, I'm not going to have the GTO with me, I'll have the Envoy, someone is gonig to have to let me and my brother ride along for the lap on the track.

[DevilYellow]

Sweet Ryan, See you there.. Is The Fooker Militia going as well?

Chris will be by the Fookers down in Fooker land......

[sccaGTO]

"Under no circumstances are spectators permitted to cross fences or go on-course at any time."
So is it punishable by death if you were to drive a car on the track ;) It's not our fault they can't even follow their own rules!!!
I wouldn't be surprised to see a quick little "before the race several GTOs took the track" clip televised, I'm setting the VCR!
Dan- hope you are able to catchup with the Chitown Goats and get a co-pilot! Have a safe trip and see ya there!!
Lance- I think I still owe you a beer from Nationals '04 when we were in the bar Saturday just before the rainstorms blew into Pontiac!
Don't know about 4 hours south of here, but today premium in Mid-Michigan just went from 2.75 back up to 2.95... wooohooo... fookers!!
If they do show that kind of clip, you are obligated to post the vid somewhere. I guess the gas price crap would catch up to me. Or, I would go catch up to it.

[HUMBLER]

Wow, good memory yes you do owe me one. ;-) Gas last night for 87 was 2.65! Looking forward to meeting up, anyone in town tonight? I'll be up there around 7:30p. By the way, it is currently raining so may be we'll get this out of here for tomorrow.

[sxty8goats]

Chris will be by the Fookers down in Fooker land......

What the Fook? Those fookers going to form one of those hippy communes or something? It's a fooking love fest with those fookers.:p

[DevilYellow]

by the way.... I just got the word, the race is on come rain or shine.

[Rockos GTO]

yeah,, they race where it is rain or shine.......... I have seen them run in down pours before.......its like the Speed World Challenge.......they run no matter what

[backinblack]

yeah,, they race where it is rain or shine.......... I have seen them run in down pours before.......its like the Speed World Challenge.......they run no matter what

Wow, you guys must be clairvoyant, you answered my ? (rain?) before I could ask! See ya there (I'll be the good lookin' guy in the black GTO :gr_jest: )

[TurboDan]

Will we have seating in the stands? I just found out how difficult it is to pack for a family of four with that spacious GTO trunk! No room for the folding chairs.

[OpenWheel]

Roll Call... Whos in Bucyrus or Ashland tonight? Anyone care to meet in Mansfield?

[Rockos GTO]

well I am leaving at 5am...see you all there about 9am...........after I stop in mansfield to wash the car...LOL

[sccaGTO]

I got back about an hour ago. Hell of a lot of fun. Got plenty of pics. Including some new GTOs. *cough*Brazen Orange*cough* *cough*AP intake*cough*. At least that saved me from driving all the way to Michigan. :gr_jest:

[zgoat]

Amazing...what a great day...

scca...I believe there is a pic thread out there...cant wait to see 'em

[Timcredible]

The event was great! Here's some pictures I took - they're all 1024x768. Not sure how to make thumbnails, so if you look at these, each one is a little over 200KB. The last one is from a Scion xB (one of those minivan/suv/station wagon things - quite funny).

http://mysite.verizon.net/resop5m5/000_0015.JPG
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http://mysite.verizon.net/resop5m5/000_0023.JPG
http://mysite.verizon.net/resop5m5/000_0024.JPG
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[backinblack]

WOW!! What a great day!! Talk about getting the "red carpet" treatment - this was top shelf!! Weather was a little iffy, but just before the GTO parade lap - it was perfect!

Thanks to LS1GTO.com, Kirsten Sonneville from TMG Sport Marketing and Pontiac Motor Division for sponsoring an event none of us will soon forget!!

I took a bunch of pics, too, but looks like everybody did!! Some posted in the "Lounge" section, too...

Thanks,again, EVERYBODY! :hail:

[Tiresmoker]

IT WAS FANTASTIC!! SORRY i HAD TO LEAVE AT 2PM & MISS THE LAP!~! HOPE YOU GUYS HAD A GREAT TIME!!

THANKS AGAIN TO PONTIAC & TMG!! :p

[LjSi1mGmTyO]

Got home a while ago, and just finished cleaning up the car. It's amazing what 370(X2) miles, bugs, rain, fog, mud and living in the car can do to a "show-room" finish.
Hats off to DY...many thanks to Kirsten, Christine and the Pontiac Guys.

Now, I'm spoiled, damn it.

[sxty8goats]

I woke up at 1am Saturday morning and arived home at 2:30 am Sunday. No sleep for 25.5 hours. Worth every waking hour.

Thanks to everyone who put this on. Kirsten, you and your team did a fantastic job. I expected a few hours of down time throughout the day but just as I was finishing up one thing the next started. Outstanding. This is by far my favorit type of racing and it was my first time watching it live. And now I am watching on DVR :)

[HUMBLER]

I've had the pleasure of hospitality in the past at various races but this was by far the best, hands down. Thanks also to Kirsten, Christine and Pontiac. Also, need to say thanks to Shane and the others with TRG. I've never had a crew more willing to chat, very cool indeed.

I've been attending races at MidOhio for maybe 10 years and to actually get on track finally was freakin phenomenal!

Pretty cool talking to TRG Team Manager Mike Johnson (Former "Real World" cast member). Now how many times have you been asked..."aren't you the guy from Real..."

[Holeshot]

Thank you all at Mid Ohio Race Track. By far One of the best days I have had in recent memory. The race teams were all very patient while we all milled around the pits and garage area. Every little detail was thought of to make for a perfect day. The food, driver autograph session, Tech talk in the garage....The sun came out for our parade lap ( Thank YOU GTO GODS) I got to put a few more faces with the screen names (Mister Mike you Rock) Ryan it was good to see you again. I didn't think you would go any place near where DY would be after being shot in St Loius :gr_jest: :gr_jest:

Kristen Thank you very much. It was well worth two hours sleep in the last 36 to make the trip from Wisconsin :p

[BlueTiger]

I just read this thread, and I got to tell you guys, that I am completely jealous. I really need to pay more attention to the racing section. I am glad you guys had fun and I hope something like this happens again. Party On: :thumbs:

[WEDJ]

Jealous. Very Jealous.

That is all.

[CommiKaZi]

:cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry:

[Rockos GTO]

Yeah it was an awesome time........!!!!

[OpenWheel]

Definitely a highlight in things I have done in my life.

Did anyone get the group picture taken by the track on the backstretch?

[Rockos GTO]

not yet.......... Hopefully soon though!!!

[HUMBLER]

I'd email Kirsten or Shane but I think I overstayed my welcome the last go around getting that deal setup! Someone else inquire as to the whereabouts of the pic! DY?!

[sxty8goats]

Kristen said that it would be few weeks to get photos. I think she was going to contact us through our email addresses that we supplied. I did get some of the Information from the "Win a Pontiac" card that they handed out..

[Timcredible]

Kirsten has sent an e-mail saying the pictures are ready and she's going to forward them to Devil Yellow.

[Rockos GTO]

I got the same Email..........when Jon Gets the CD Im sure he will let us know

[HUMBLER]

DY, you holding out on us??

[DevilYellow]

You guys are breakin my balls... :)

I'm going to work something out... I just need to figure out a way for everyone to access teh 170MB of images without pushing our monthly traffic into the terrabyte range. In other words, the files are huge and the datacenter would be pretty pissed if everyone was trying to download the entire collection.

I will problably setup smaller images and then people can request which ones they want or something.

[sccaGTO]

I just need to figure out a way for everyone to access teh 170MB of images without pushing our monthly traffic into the terrabyte range.
Damn, that's a lot of pics.

[Rockos GTO]

OK so did ya figure it out yet :rolleyes: I know I know :slap:







I might have a way..........MY yahoo account has room to hold them and I could just put up the link

Or everyone that wants the 170 megs could send you a SASE with a blank cd

[OpenWheel]

I can host this without issue. We just had a second T1 installed and it wont even be used until December. I can toss a webserver on it in 30 minutes.

Let me know if thats what you want to do. We do not pay for badwidth usage.

[HUMBLER]

I was thinking the blank CD deal. Whatever is best for you, but tick tock tick tock...;-)

[cquist]

Did we find out anything yet on being able to get the pics?

[HUMBLER]

http://ls1gto.com/forums/showthread.php?t=42440

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