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914World.com _ 914World Garage _ Rennsport Reunion. Laguna Seca. Oct 14/16
Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 12 2011, 11:50 AM
Fun, fun, fun. 
Posted by: pt_700 Aug 12 2011, 12:37 PM
i'll be there. question is if i should drive the 914 or ride the motorcycle.
how bad do you think traffic will be? will there be a car corral?
Posted by: dgw Aug 12 2011, 10:31 PM
there is a car corral. i dont know if its too late to sign up. i think you go to the Laguna web site to sign up and pay.
Posted by: wertygrog Aug 12 2011, 11:22 PM
Riquemar and I will be convoying up the 101 in our 914's from San Diego. I made hotel reservations (Day's Inn downtown) the other night. 
Posted by: Michael N Aug 12 2011, 11:50 PM
I'll be there camping.
Posted by: damesandhotrods Aug 13 2011, 12:32 AM
i'll be there. question is if i should drive the 914 or ride the motorcycle.
how bad do you think traffic will be? will there be a car corral?
Traffic will be bad, and my experience of the last 15 years says that Laguna Seca’s traffic management will make it worse. You will want something that can idle for long periods of time without overheating, and you’ll need ground clearance if you are parking outside the track.
Posted by: GeorgeRud Aug 13 2011, 09:45 AM
My wife and I are flying in and staying in Monterey for the event. If it's anywhere as much fun as Rennsport III was at Daytona, it should be a great event.
We've never been to Laguna Seca before. Is parking a problem at the track? We're going to be driving whatever the rental car company gives us, so I don't have to worry about where it's parked, but I've just had knee replacement surgery, so I am a bit concerned about getting around at the track.
I understand that the track does have golf carts available for rent for the event. How bad is it getting around the track? I know there are elevation changes, but are the distances between the viewing areas and the paddock reasonable or quite a hike? I'm trying to be pro-active to enjoy this event as much as the last one!
Hope to meet some of you left-coasters while we're out there!
Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 13 2011, 12:54 PM
Parking in the dirt outside the track is 4X4 country. Huge dirt clods, gopher holes and LOTS of dust. If I come, it will be with the pickup. My last trip up there was for the historics. Had a great time. Laguna Seca is a good spectator track (although not as good as Riverside Raceway was). Bring your walking shoes and plenty of water.
Cheers, Elliot
Posted by: tavoman27 Aug 13 2011, 01:04 PM
if my car is ready by then I will try to make it with the guys from San Diego cruising on the 101!
Posted by: pt_700 Aug 13 2011, 02:54 PM
george, i can't imagine it's much better or worse than other tracks. might be worth looking into handicapped parking as your knee's just been "on jackstands".
elliot's correct, if there are enough people, overflow parking's in the hills around the track (although, i bet you could coax somebody into letting you park closer). getting around the inside of the track & paddock area's ok, just a few bridges (stairs) to cross. getting up to the corkscrew's a bit of a hike though. how about getting together a 914world royal litter? perhaps you should start practicing a proper royal hand wave?
i've never seen golf carts cruising around that place, except to carry stuff for the vendors.
anybody have an estimate of the attendance? think i'll be riding one of the bikes to this one.
Posted by: damesandhotrods Aug 13 2011, 03:10 PM
Laguna Seca converted a lot of their parking into camping. I don’t know how difficult it is this days to get in field parking, but the last few times they were directing everyone into 4 x 4 country. And unlike the 17 year olds that were directing parking, I didn’t find the smell of Ferrari clutch burning (dirt, steep up hill) very funny. They were also winding both entrances through miles of Fort Ord, and meeting at a Y intersection to merge in to the parking canyon. I haven’t heard if that has been changed. The paddock is easy to get around, but unless you spend the day in the bleachers, it is a work out going up and down those hills. It’s not like Sears Point.
The track was lengthened in a bid to get the USGP, but the FIA past on the track due to infrastructure.
Posted by: jcd914 Aug 14 2011, 03:08 PM
We've never been to Laguna Seca before. Is parking a problem at the track?
but I've just had knee replacement surgery, so I am a bit concerned about getting around at the track.
For the last few years I have been going to both the historic races (next weekend by the way) and the ALMS races at Laguna, I have a campsite over looking the corkscrew for both events.
To alleviate traffic issues on highway 68 they route everyone in on Southboundry Road off highway 218, they won't let you in thru the main entrance.
General parking is in the dirt on "wolf hill" and unless you have a parking pass to one of the lower parking lots you will end up on the hill. If you have a "Physically Challenged" parking permit they have a couple sections in lots down near the track.
They do not (to the best of my knowledge) rent golf carts to general public. There are some golf carts running around the track, some racing teams use them, vendors use them and they have some "Physically Challenged" shuttles running around.
As far as watching racing, there are lots of places to watch from but you do a lot of walking around. I like the grandstands at turn 4, the hill overlooking turn 2, the hill by the corkscrew and then there are the grandstands at start finish are places all around the track to watch from. There are always several hospitality tent set up by various clubs, manufactures or companies but you have to has a pass to access them. With the exception of the grandstands and the hospitality tents you will need to carry a chair around with you or stand or sit in the ground.
If the Rennsport Reunion is like the historic races you're not really there to watch the races but to see the cars in the paddock because they don't race hard with the old rare cars.
If I was sporting an injury or for some reason (other than getting fat an old) would struggle with the hills and distances I would be calling the track and asking about parking close and assistance with getting around the facility. They are very nice people at the track and always are nice.
Anyone going to the historics next weekend?
Jim
Posted by: GeorgeRud Aug 14 2011, 04:11 PM
I did check with the track map, and it seems that they do provide handicapped accessable parking, so that should be a plus.
I have been unable to drive my 914-6 this summer as my knee was bad enough to prevent me from pushing in the clutch pedal, so I chose to have my left knee replaced first. Three weeks after surgery, I'm able to put a lot more weight on it, so I hope that the other knee goes as well and I can enjoy the event as much as possible.
It sucks to get old, fat, and have parts wear out. When will someone figure out how to put zerk fittings in our joints so we can get longer use out of them? 
Thanks for all the info on the track, it should help with our planning.
Posted by: jcd914 Aug 14 2011, 05:37 PM
I did check with the track map, and it seems that they do provide handicapped accessable parking, so that should be a plus.
I have been unable to drive my 914-6 this summer as my knee was bad enough to prevent me from pushing in the clutch pedal, so I chose to have my left knee replaced first. Three weeks after surgery, I'm able to put a lot more weight on it, so I hope that the other knee goes as well and I can enjoy the event as much as possible.
It sucks to get old, fat, and have parts wear out. When will someone figure out how to put zerk fittings in our joints so we can get longer use out of them?
Thanks for all the info on the track, it should help with our planning.
You might want to find out what they need from you to get a handicapped parking space, the last event I was at they were looking for placards from the DMV or handicapped license plates. Don't know what Cali does for our out of state visitors. I know the guy that runs the physically challenged shuttles and they don't ask for any proof, if you ask for a ride they give it to you but they do have some limits as to where they can go to and from.
It should be a good event, hope it works out well for you.
Jim
Posted by: campbellcj Aug 14 2011, 10:37 PM
I will be there. I am camping near the corkscrew bridge. We should have a 914 BBQ or something.
Posted by: jcd914 Aug 15 2011, 12:05 AM
I will be there. I am camping near the corkscrew bridge. We should have a 914 BBQ or something.
I am camping in Upper Corkscrew View site 603.
Come by and and visit, we can BBQ, have a beer or coffee in the AM.
I'll PM you my phone number but my old beast of an RV is easy to pick out:
The view from my camp site: (love to sit here and have coffee here in the morning)
Jim
Posted by: damesandhotrods Aug 15 2011, 12:18 AM
I did check with the track map, and it seems that they do provide handicapped accessable parking, so that should be a plus.
I have been unable to drive my 914-6 this summer as my knee was bad enough to prevent me from pushing in the clutch pedal, so I chose to have my left knee replaced first. Three weeks after surgery, I'm able to put a lot more weight on it, so I hope that the other knee goes as well and I can enjoy the event as much as possible.
It sucks to get old, fat, and have parts wear out. When will someone figure out how to put zerk fittings in our joints so we can get longer use out of them?
Thanks for all the info on the track, it should help with our planning.
Yeah, it sucks to get olde. You remember how great the track was back in the 70s, and how much better everything was before all of the “improvements”. The Cork Screw is still there, and you haven’t lived until you’ve heard those flat 12s opened up on the uphill straight to the Cork Screw. The track still has some magic and history.
Posted by: jgara962 Aug 30 2011, 08:57 PM
I'm going. I'll probably drive to Morgan Hill on Friday night and then get an early start and head into Monterey from there on Saturday.
Posted by: campbellcj Aug 30 2011, 10:29 PM
Hmm. I just checked my emailed receipt, and it looks like they put me over in Chaparral (B 73) near turn 5, not in Corkscrew View as I discussed on the phone. Unless it's really 573 which looks like the space I requested. Now I'm confused. 
Posted by: jgara962 Aug 31 2011, 12:14 PM
I just ordered my ticket but WTF Laguna Seca? You can only get a coral pass with a three-day ticket??
Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 31 2011, 12:50 PM
Looks like I'll definately be parking in the boonies and I'll be in the pickup. Last time I brought my 914 it was almost an hour to get to parking and had me wishing I had the F150. Pack a lunch and bring plenty of water and your walking shoes.
Cheers, Elliot
Posted by: Downunderman Aug 31 2011, 04:20 PM
I have heard along the grapevine that three blokes from down here are taking their 2.7 Carrera historic cars over to run at the event. They will be pretty easy to pick; all RHD.
Posted by: RobW Sep 1 2011, 07:43 AM
This looks cool. I'll need to sell the wife hard on this though...
Posted by: campbellcj Sep 1 2011, 10:32 PM
Cool - I emailed the ticket office and sure 'nuff, they had me in the wrong space, but 573 in Corkscrew View was still open so they moved me. 
Posted by: harlenl Sep 5 2011, 12:13 PM
i'll be there. question is if i should drive the 914 or ride the motorcycle.
how bad do you think traffic will be? will there be a car corral?
The car corral is being handled by the PCA and the decision on where the Porsches will be parked will be decided this week.
In regards to traffic, all 4 gates will be open. A lot of people don't like South Boundary road (parallels Hwy 68), but it's relatively flat so you avoid the hills off Hwy 68. Since the track sits on a county park it is governed by the county. They do not like Hwy 68 backed up since it's one lane in both directions as the local residents don't like bumper to bumper traffic (who does?). In a lot of cases traffic will be dictated by the CHP/ Sherriff's office forcing the track to move race traffic on S. Boundary road by closing the gate off A and/or B road (main gates). This is the case for most big races. Depending on where you're going or coming from many take Barloy Canyon road off Reservation road which takes you to Hwy 1 or Hwy 68. If that is the way you want to go I can get you exact directions.
Harlen
Posted by: harlenl Sep 5 2011, 12:53 PM
My wife and I are flying in and staying in Monterey for the event. If it's anywhere as much fun as Rennsport III was at Daytona, it should be a great event.
We've never been to Laguna Seca before. Is parking a problem at the track? We're going to be driving whatever the rental car company gives us, so I don't have to worry about where it's parked, but I've just had knee replacement surgery, so I am a bit concerned about getting around at the track.
I understand that the track does have golf carts available for rent for the event. How bad is it getting around the track? I know there are elevation changes, but are the distances between the viewing areas and the paddock reasonable or quite a hike? I'm trying to be pro-active to enjoy this event as much as the last one!
Hope to meet some of you left-coasters while we're out there!
Hello George,
I will do my best to answer your questions. In regards to parking, unless you have been given a parking pass
(Blue 2 - participants, Blue 3 - Flagroom, Green 4 - vendors, Brown 7 - paid seasonal, Red 8 - Red Bull Engergy
Center, Red 9 - Special paid parking, or paid corral), then you'll be in general parking which is Purple 10 or
Wolfe Hill. Therewill be Physcially Challenged golf carts stationed there, but the demand is usually fairly high
and the distance to drop you off is across the track so it can cause a queue. I would suggest obtaining a temporary
handicapped parking placard from your state. In Calif I believe it just takes a note from your doctor. This way
you will be parked in Handicapped parking around the facility and the Physically Challenged golf carts will pick
you up and take you where you want to go. Those golf carts are roaming throughout the day so you can always flag
one down. A good place to wait is in front of the Cruz'n Cafe. There are also Information booths around the facility
(start/finish bridge, in front of the souvenir store, drivers left Turn 4, drivers left Turn 5) who can also call
one for you. You may also stop any SCRAMP official (blue shirts) and if they have a radio they will also call one for
you. Physically Challenged also has a special tent above the Turn 4 Grandstands where you can sit, have refreshments
and food, all free on behalf of the Monterey Bay Veterans.
I would suggest you take a PC golf cart up to the corkscrew, which is the signature turn of the track. There are
SCRAMP officials up there as well who can also call a golf cart to take you back down and anywhere you want to go.
At the end of the day, the same PC golf carts will take you to your car. The purpose is for you to have a good time
without any difficulty.
As for getting through the paddock or the car corral in the lakebed there is no easy solution. You will have to walk
up and down the rows of cars. I believe you can rent a golf cart, but it's not cheap. If that is the direction you
want to proceed please contact Chris Wofford:http://www.mazdaraceway.com/profile/chris-wofford
Hopefully this helps.
Harlen
Posted by: jgara962 Sep 6 2011, 10:39 AM
Since you can't get a corral pass without buying a three day ticket, does anyone have a corral pass that they won't be using?
Posted by: pt_700 Sep 6 2011, 10:49 AM
wow! thanks harlen, for the insider laguna info! i'll be coming from south san jose on hwy 101 and usually prefer to take the front entrance off hwy 68. i'll take a look at a map for the Barloy Canyon road route you mentioned.
will there be motorcycle parking and if so, where?
Posted by: infraredcalvin Sep 6 2011, 09:42 PM
What routes are being taken from so cal? I'll be taking my turbo up (hopefully, fixing a busted exhaust stud) but leaving OC on thurs early. Would like to take 101/1 but what are the best suggested routes for some good open roads. Thinking it's appropriate to hit the James Dean memorial junction en route (never been) so I'll be trying to map that in. Would love to cross paths/caravan/whatever with another enthusiast.
Pat
Posted by: 914_teener Sep 6 2011, 10:10 PM
I"m driving up with my girlfriend and staying in Prunedale. Be fun to meet up with World folks on the track. Bringing chairs but not the teener for this one.
Posted by: RiqueMar Sep 6 2011, 10:51 PM
What routes are being taken from so cal? I'll be taking my turbo up (hopefully, fixing a busted exhaust stud) but leaving OC on thurs early. Would like to take 101/1 but what are the best suggested routes for some good open roads. Thinking it's appropriate to hit the James Dean memorial junction en route (never been) so I'll be trying to map that in. Would love to cross paths/caravan/whatever with another enthusiast.
Pat
I"m driving up with my girlfriend and staying in Prunedale. Be fun to meet up with World folks on the track. Bringing chairs but not the teener for this one.
Pat and 914_teener,
You guys are welcome to join me and Brent. We are leaving Thursday morning as well, and will probably be running the Coastal Route. Where are you guys out of?
Posted by: 914_teener Sep 6 2011, 11:11 PM
What routes are being taken from so cal? I'll be taking my turbo up (hopefully, fixing a busted exhaust stud) but leaving OC on thurs early. Would like to take 101/1 but what are the best suggested routes for some good open roads. Thinking it's appropriate to hit the James Dean memorial junction en route (never been) so I'll be trying to map that in. Would love to cross paths/caravan/whatever with another enthusiast.
Pat
I"m driving up with my girlfriend and staying in Prunedale. Be fun to meet up with World folks on the track. Bringing chairs but not the teener for this one.
Pat and 914_teener,
You guys are welcome to join me and Brent. We are leaving Thursday morning as well, and will probably be running the Coastal Route. Where are you guys out of?
Ok...thanks. I don't know if she can take off Thursday yet...but for sure we can leave Friday morn.
We live in the Glendora area.....( East LA county off the 210 frwy.)
I thought 101 to Coastal Route. It depends on which car we take. I am up for going with some World folks though. I'll know about Thursday in a week or so.
Rob
Posted by: RiqueMar Sep 6 2011, 11:21 PM
I think you should reconsider, and take the 914
Posted by: infraredcalvin Sep 6 2011, 11:32 PM
Pat and 914_teener,
You guys are welcome to join me and Brent. We are leaving Thursday morning as well, and will probably be running the Coastal Route. Where are you guys out of?
That is really cool, thanks!
I'm en route, I live a few miles up ortega hwy, just outside San Juan Capistrano, so I'm right off the 5. Let's talk time and route. I might be leaving real early like 3 or 4 am to beat la traffic (getting excited already, but no solid plans yet), but it would be nice to know a fellow or two coming up behind me in case of an issue.
Pat
Posted by: infraredcalvin Sep 6 2011, 11:39 PM
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I"m driving up with my girlfriend and staying in Prunedale. Be fun to meet up with World folks on the track. Bringing chairs but not the teener for this one.
Ok...thanks. I don't know if she can take off Thursday yet...but for sure we can leave Friday morn.
We live in the Glendora area.....( East LA county off the 210 frwy.)
I thought 101 to Coastal Route. It depends on which car we take. I am up for going with some World folks though. I'll know about Thursday in a week or so.
Rob
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Glendora is nice, I built a bunch of homes there and finished last year, now building in Azusa, at the cursed Rosedale development... If you live near, I'm sure you've heard of it.
I too say take the teener, even though Im not taking mine.
Pat
Posted by: RiqueMar Sep 6 2011, 11:47 PM
That is really cool, thanks!
I'm en route, I live a few miles up ortega hwy, just outside San Juan Capistrano, so I'm right off the 5. Let's talk time and route. I might be leaving real early like 3 or 4 am to beat la traffic (getting excited already, but no solid plans yet), but it would be nice to know a fellow or two coming up behind me in case of an issue.
Pat
Sounds cool
I think the plan for the drive up is that there is no plan. If people want to leave early, or meet up, or drive ahead, its all a very relaxed atmosphere.
Posted by: harlenl Sep 9 2011, 09:39 PM
wow! thanks harlen, for the insider laguna info! i'll be coming from south san jose on hwy 101 and usually prefer to take the front entrance off hwy 68. i'll take a look at a map for the Barloy Canyon road route you mentioned.
will there be motorcycle parking and if so, where?
Motorcycles are usually parked in roughly the same spot as general parking for cars which is Purple 11 (cars are in Purple 10). As you can surmise it's basically the same spot known as Wolfe Hill. The issue of course it's on dirt and not the best place for bikes. Granted all motorcycles park there for MotoGP. Send me an email and I'll suggest a workaround so you can park it on pavement.
Harlenlee@scramp.org
Posted by: pt_700 Sep 10 2011, 02:53 PM
what do potential attendees from 914 world think about an informal meeting somewhere at the rennsport reunion? i'm thinking something like getting together at a certain bridge or other place @ lunchtime.
would be nice to meet some out of town forum members as this is somewhat of a rare opportunity.
Posted by: Larouex Sep 10 2011, 05:30 PM
Just received my passes today. I bought these a while back and my son and I are flying into SFO and driving to the races. I spent the bucks for the Pit Row Suite and also the Quail Porsche Race Car Classic thingy with all the cars on Sunday. I will be taking lots of Holga shots and post everything when I get back.
Larouex
Posted by: wertygrog Sep 10 2011, 08:54 PM
Hey PT 700 that sounds like a great idea....we could meet up at the 'biergarten' or whatnot that they are setting up. Maybe nail something down in a few weeks.
Posted by: RiqueMar Sep 11 2011, 11:26 AM
Hey PT 700 that sounds like a great idea....we could meet up at the 'biergarten' or whatnot that they are setting up. Maybe nail something down in a few weeks.
Sounds like a plan!
Posted by: nowlings Sep 13 2011, 01:50 PM
Any folks from Sacramento/Central Valley headed to the event. Looking for a caravan some time on Thursday the 13th.
Thanks!
Posted by: RiqueMar Sep 13 2011, 04:54 PM
Any folks from Sacramento/Central Valley headed to the event. Looking for a caravan some time on Thursday the 13th.
Thanks!
1 Month til' we are departing SoCal!
Posted by: nowlings Sep 13 2011, 10:48 PM
Any folks from Sacramento/Central Valley headed to the event. Looking for a caravan some time on Thursday the 13th.
Thanks!
1 Month til' we are departing SoCal!
it would be great to get an unofficial count or idea of how many 914s are going to physically make the corral. I saw a press release from the raceway that the total corral space is almost full (like 800 cars). I hope we represent our contingency with a fair showing of cars.
Posted by: jcd914 Sep 13 2011, 11:42 PM
Any folks from Sacramento/Central Valley headed to the event. Looking for a caravan some time on Thursday the 13th.
Thanks!
1 Month til' we are departing SoCal!
it would be great to get an unofficial count or idea of how many 914s are going to physically make the corral. I saw a press release from the raceway that the total corral space is almost full (like 800 cars). I hope we represent our contingency with a fair showing of cars.
I am planning to go but I won't be taking any of my 914s.
Jim
Posted by: VegasRacer Sep 19 2011, 11:51 PM
I got my Admission Ticket and Parking Pass in the mail today.
This is going to be an awesome event. 
I am anxious to see the bricks again.
It has been a few years since I have been at Laguna. 
Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 20 2011, 08:13 AM
Going.
Posted by: RiqueMar Sep 20 2011, 11:21 AM
Going.
Bringing the 911???
Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 20 2011, 02:10 PM
No... I yanked the engine out of that too... LOL
I'm thinking of bringing the Bombardier Canadair CRJ-200 into San Jose.
Posted by: Elliot Cannon Sep 20 2011, 02:17 PM
No... I yanked the engine out of that too... LOL
I'm thinking of bringing the Bombardier Canadair CRJ-200 into San Jose.
Make sure the captain is old enough to shave.
Posted by: 914_teener Sep 20 2011, 03:04 PM
No... I yanked the engine out of that too... LOL
I'm thinking of bringing the Bombardier Canadair CRJ-200 into San Jose.
Just don't take the P-51 from Reno
Taking the GF's 350Z.........she is complaining of the seat cushioning in the teener for the 7 hour drive.
See ya guys up there.
Posted by: boogie_man Sep 20 2011, 03:19 PM
How "last minute" can you go to this and still get in ??
Posted by: pt_700 Sep 20 2011, 03:32 PM
How "last minute" can you go to this and still get in ??
i'd expect you can show up the day of and still buy tix at laguna. place is just too big to sell out (at least in the literal sense!).
Posted by: Zimms Sep 20 2011, 04:21 PM
I'll be there Saturday.
Posted by: Zimms Sep 20 2011, 04:22 PM
*&^%*% double post. Either the stuttering or the Manhattan...
Posted by: sixnotfour Sep 20 2011, 04:29 PM
Corral pass........ check the ticket master site ,may still be some avail..
$90 and 3 day admission. 
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Posted by: 914_teener Sep 20 2011, 05:28 PM
i'll be there. question is if i should drive the 914 or ride the motorcycle.
how bad do you think traffic will be? will there be a car corral?
The car corral is being handled by the PCA and the decision on where the Porsches will be parked will be decided this week.
In regards to traffic, all 4 gates will be open. A lot of people don't like South Boundary road (parallels Hwy 68), but it's relatively flat so you avoid the hills off Hwy 68. Since the track sits on a county park it is governed by the county. They do not like Hwy 68 backed up since it's one lane in both directions as the local residents don't like bumper to bumper traffic (who does?). In a lot of cases traffic will be dictated by the CHP/ Sherriff's office forcing the track to move race traffic on S. Boundary road by closing the gate off A and/or B road (main gates). This is the case for most big races. Depending on where you're going or coming from many take Barloy Canyon road off Reservation road which takes you to Hwy 1 or Hwy 68. If that is the way you want to go I can get you exact directions.
Harlen
Harlen,
My understanding from the track now is that there is no more paved parking left.
My plan now is to take public trans from Monterrey Transit out of Salinas or the Community College.
Can you confirm they will be running both days. I do not want to park in the dirt.
Do you know if MST will be running the special event bus?
Thanks
Posted by: wertygrog Sep 20 2011, 09:27 PM
I'll be in the corral.
Let's share phone #'s when it gets closer so we can coordinate something. I'm thinking biergarten fri or sat night, then fire or cookin if someone here is bringing an RV rig... 
Posted by: harlenl Sep 20 2011, 10:05 PM
Any folks from Sacramento/Central Valley headed to the event. Looking for a caravan some time on Thursday the 13th.
Thanks!
1 Month til' we are departing SoCal!
it would be great to get an unofficial count or idea of how many 914s are going to physically make the corral. I saw a press release from the raceway that the total corral space is almost full (like 800 cars). I hope we represent our contingency with a fair showing of cars.
Yes, the Porsche Corral, which is the lakebed of the track is completely sold out with 800 cars, the most ever.
Harlen
Posted by: harlenl Sep 20 2011, 10:09 PM
How "last minute" can you go to this and still get in ??
i'd expect you can show up the day of and still buy tix at laguna. place is just too big to sell out (at least in the literal sense!).
You are correct; tickets will be sold at the gate. However, it will cost about $20 more. Suggest buying them at the advanced price. I will be selling tickets to Porsche Rennsport during my Cars & Coffee on October 1st which will be at the advance price. Plus, if you buy it at C&C you will not incur the handling cost which is like $10.
Harlen
Posted by: harlenl Sep 20 2011, 10:40 PM
i'll be there. question is if i should drive the 914 or ride the motorcycle.
how bad do you think traffic will be? will there be a car corral?
The car corral is being handled by the PCA and the decision on where the Porsches will be parked will be decided this week.
In regards to traffic, all 4 gates will be open. A lot of people don't like South Boundary road (parallels Hwy 68), but it's relatively flat so you avoid the hills off Hwy 68. Since the track sits on a county park it is governed by the county. They do not like Hwy 68 backed up since it's one lane in both directions as the local residents don't like bumper to bumper traffic (who does?). In a lot of cases traffic will be dictated by the CHP/ Sherriff's office forcing the track to move race traffic on S. Boundary road by closing the gate off A and/or B road (main gates). This is the case for most big races. Depending on where you're going or coming from many take Barloy Canyon road off Reservation road which takes you to Hwy 1 or Hwy 68. If that is the way you want to go I can get you exact directions.
Harlen
Harlen,
My understanding from the track now is that there is no more paved parking left.
My plan now is to take public trans from Monterrey Transit out of Salinas or the Community College.
Can you confirm they will be running both days. I do not want to park in the dirt.
Do you know if MST will be running the special event bus?
Thanks
Yes, Porsche corral parking in the lakebed is completely sold out with 800 cars, the most ever. This will be the largest event of one make ever on the west coast. You can check with ticketing to see if any of the other parking is sold out such as Red 9, which is the paved area right above the start/finish line.
In regards to the MST bus, yes they will be running Friday through Sunday, but I believe Friday will be a limited schedule. I will know for sure by next week. Picking it up at Monterey Peninsula College is a good spot (plenty of parking), but so
is Embassy Suites hotel in Seaside. It's free with a ticket and it only takes about 20 minutes. They arrive and drop off every hour. Go to http://www.mst.org/maps-schedules/route-list/ and see lines 36-39.
If you're a Porsche fan, this will be one of the best events ever. I should have more detailed information by next week.
Harlen
Posted by: RiqueMar Sep 20 2011, 11:21 PM
i'll be there. question is if i should drive the 914 or ride the motorcycle.
how bad do you think traffic will be? will there be a car corral?
The car corral is being handled by the PCA and the decision on where the Porsches will be parked will be decided this week.
In regards to traffic, all 4 gates will be open. A lot of people don't like South Boundary road (parallels Hwy 68), but it's relatively flat so you avoid the hills off Hwy 68. Since the track sits on a county park it is governed by the county. They do not like Hwy 68 backed up since it's one lane in both directions as the local residents don't like bumper to bumper traffic (who does?). In a lot of cases traffic will be dictated by the CHP/ Sherriff's office forcing the track to move race traffic on S. Boundary road by closing the gate off A and/or B road (main gates). This is the case for most big races. Depending on where you're going or coming from many take Barloy Canyon road off Reservation road which takes you to Hwy 1 or Hwy 68. If that is the way you want to go I can get you exact directions.
Harlen
Harlen,
My understanding from the track now is that there is no more paved parking left.
My plan now is to take public trans from Monterrey Transit out of Salinas or the Community College.
Can you confirm they will be running both days. I do not want to park in the dirt.
Do you know if MST will be running the special event bus?
Thanks
Yes, Porsche corral parking in the lakebed is completely sold out with 800 cars, the most ever. This will be the largest event of one make ever on the west coast. You can check with ticketing to see if any of the other parking is sold out such as Red 9, which is the paved area right above the start/finish line.
In regards to the MST bus, yes they will be running Friday through Sunday, but I believe Friday will be a limited schedule. I will know for sure by next week. Picking it up at Monterey Peninsula College is a good spot (plenty of parking), but so
is Embassy Suites hotel in Seaside. It's free with a ticket and it only takes about 20 minutes. They arrive and drop off every hour. Go to http://www.mst.org/maps-schedules/route-list/ and see lines 36-39.
If you're a Porsche fan, this will be one of the best events ever. I should have more detailed information by next week.
Harlen
Anyway you can squeeze one more 914 into the Porsche corral?
Posted by: jcd914 Sep 21 2011, 12:18 AM
How "last minute" can you go to this and still get in ??
i'd expect you can show up the day of and still buy tix at laguna. place is just too big to sell out (at least in the literal sense!).
You are correct; tickets will be sold at the gate. However, it will cost about $20 more. Suggest buying them at the advanced price. I will be selling tickets to Porsche Rennsport during my Cars & Coffee on October 1st which will be at the advance price. Plus, if you buy it at C&C you will not incur the handling cost which is like $10.
Harlen
I don't know if they will be selling tickets for Rennsport but I been buying tickets for the Historics and the ALMS races from these guys for the last couple years.
BLANCO SHELL
1300 S MAIN ST
SALINAS, CA 93901
SEASIDE SHELL
1600 CANYON DEL REY
SEASIDE, CA 93955
They sell them at advanced prices even on the day of the race. Both of them are on the route to the track and the Seaside station is just off Hwy 1 at the 218 exit just down the street from the Embassy Suites.
Get off the freeway, get gas & tickets and 10 minutes to the track.
Jim
Posted by: Michael N Sep 21 2011, 09:43 AM
I was able to get parking in "Blue 3" yesterday. it is dirt field parking which sucks, but it is porsche parking. I bet that will get close to filling up as well.
http://www.mazdaraceway.com/sites/main/files/file-attachments/facilitiesmap.pdf
Posted by: Elliot Cannon Sep 21 2011, 08:56 PM
I'll probably go just one day of the three. Which would be the best day to go? I'm thinking I'll go on Saturday.
Posted by: 914_teener Sep 21 2011, 09:05 PM
I'll probably go just one day of the three. Which would be the best day to go? I'm thinking I'll go on Saturday.
I am for sure going to watch the group 2 race.....
Saturday for sure me.
Posted by: dgw Sep 21 2011, 10:34 PM
I'll be there. Planning to drive the 930 if its working, rather than the 914. If the 930 is down, then probably the 914 gets to go.
Posted by: harlenl Sep 22 2011, 09:54 PM
I'll probably go just one day of the three. Which would be the best day to go? I'm thinking I'll go on Saturday.
Saturday will probably be the best day if you had to choose. Two main reasons: cars that are going to be displayed at Sunday's Porsche Classic at the Quail will have to run their race on Saturday. Also, there are going to be about 65 Porsche race drivers and I doubt they're going to be there for all 3 days.
I also noticed that the MRLS website only shows the run groups, but not a description of what's in the race groups. I have it somewhere and if I find it I'll post it here. Maybe that will help.
Harlen
Posted by: harlenl Sep 22 2011, 09:55 PM
How "last minute" can you go to this and still get in ??
i'd expect you can show up the day of and still buy tix at laguna. place is just too big to sell out (at least in the literal sense!).
You are correct; tickets will be sold at the gate. However, it will cost about $20 more. Suggest buying them at the advanced price. I will be selling tickets to Porsche Rennsport during my Cars & Coffee on October 1st which will be at the advance price. Plus, if you buy it at C&C you will not incur the handling cost which is like $10.
Harlen
I don't know if they will be selling tickets for Rennsport but I been buying tickets for the Historics and the ALMS races from these guys for the last couple years.
BLANCO SHELL
1300 S MAIN ST
SALINAS, CA 93901
SEASIDE SHELL
1600 CANYON DEL REY
SEASIDE, CA 93955
They sell them at advanced prices even on the day of the race. Both of them are on the route to the track and the Seaside station is just off Hwy 1 at the 218 exit just down the street from the Embassy Suites.
Get off the freeway, get gas & tickets and 10 minutes to the track.
Jim
This is true. These two locations usually sell tickets at the advance price until they run out. Thanks for the reminder.
Harlen
Posted by: jgara962 Sep 22 2011, 10:56 PM
I'll be there Saturday, but am now questioning if I should drive the 914 if parking is going to be a mess. Not interested in trying to drive it on a rough dirt hill for general parking.
Posted by: harlenl Sep 23 2011, 01:45 PM
Attached is the latest schedule with description of the run groups.
Attached File(s)
2011_Rennsport_Event_Schedule_9_23_11.pdf ( 25.16k )
Number of downloads: 406
Posted by: 914_teener Sep 23 2011, 03:01 PM
Attached is the latest schedule with description of the run groups.
Thanks Harlen....please keep us posted on the parking situation and the shuttlebus....I think I was told they won't know until early next week.
Posted by: Bee Jay Sep 24 2011, 08:52 AM
I will be there. I am camping near the corkscrew bridge. We should have a 914 BBQ or something.
Please don't mention BBQ and 914 in the same sentence.
I'll be there in my gmc pickup. I hope it comes back here sometime in the future. I'll show up in my rebuilt again 914.
Posted by: jgara962 Sep 24 2011, 04:37 PM
Might as well throw it out there. Does anyone have a corral pass that they want to sell?
Posted by: RiqueMar Sep 24 2011, 04:39 PM
Might as well throw it out there. Does anyone have a corral pass that they want to sell?
I'm looking for the same thing!
Posted by: harlenl Sep 28 2011, 11:07 PM
Attached is the latest schedule with description of the run groups.
Thanks Harlen....please keep us posted on the parking situation and the shuttlebus....I think I was told they won't know until early next week.
I apologize in advance if I've sent this twice as I'm having issues with my pc.
The MST buses will be running all 3 days from around the region. Please go to: www.mst.org and see Lines # 36, 37, 38, 39. Two parking areas to consider are Monterey Peninsula College and Embassy Suites hotel.
I apologize for the general parking area and SCRAMP is aware of it. Everything costs money and that is something a non-profit does not have. I spoke to the Traffic committee last week and asked them to see if they can come up with something for Porsche owners. They will, but can't promise they will have a solution. I also have a proposal, but will take some heavy negotiations with the county and I don't know if I will have enough time to pull it off. I will keep you posted.
Harlen
Posted by: harlenl Sep 28 2011, 11:14 PM
I just wanted to mention that I only jump onto this forum when I have the time and I remember to do so. As we get closer to Porsche Rennsport IV I will have more info that I will post. There's going to be a lot of fun activities, intro of the 991, cars from the Porsche museum, about 65 race drivers, a beer garden, etc.
So if you have a question or concern about Porsche Rennsport and/or the track that you need a quick answer please contact me via email and I will do my best to get back to you as soon as I can.
harlenlee@scramp.org
Harlen
Posted by: 396 Sep 28 2011, 11:22 PM
Heading up for ONE day- Opening Day ( Friday) then driving up to old Stockton to see my little one in school.
Posted by: jcd914 Sep 29 2011, 11:57 AM
Cool - I emailed the ticket office and sure 'nuff, they had me in the wrong space, but 573 in Corkscrew View was still open so they moved me.
I just bought Corkscrew View site 612 just up the hill behind you.
I won't get there until Friday Night but at least I'll be there.
Jim
Posted by: gms Sep 29 2011, 03:12 PM
I will be there too!
Posted by: hydroliftin Sep 30 2011, 07:40 PM
I plan to be there Friday and Saturday. Where is everyone going to meet? I heard something about a beer garden. That's probably where I am headed anyway.
Posted by: Michael N Oct 3 2011, 08:31 AM
I got bad news today as Monterey parks canceled my camping reservations that I made the day that trace vent was announced "due to a race". These reservations were made in march and I received the letter in the mail Saturday. 
On a good note, I will make other arrangements and will still be there for the weekend. I am still looking forward to the event.
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 3 2011, 08:34 AM
I got bad news today as Monterey parks canceled my camping reservations that I made the day that trace vent was announced "due to a race". These reservations were made in march and I received the letter in the mail Saturday.
On a good note, I will make other arrangements and will still be there for the weekend.
I am still looking forward to the event.That sucks, but I'm glad it's not getting you down.
Posted by: jcd914 Oct 3 2011, 08:57 AM
I got bad news today as Monterey parks canceled my camping reservations that I made the day that trace vent was announced "due to a race". These reservations were made in march and I received the letter in the mail Saturday.
On a good note, I will make other arrangements and will still be there for the weekend.
I am still looking forward to the event.Last week when I called for camping (thru SCRAMP) they still had lots of campsites availible. Thye are more $$ than when you rent the same site from the county but that is the norm.
All the camping at Laguna for any race event has to go thru SCRAMP not the county.
Jim
Posted by: Michael N Oct 3 2011, 09:35 AM
I think my wife is secretly happy that they were canceled and we will either get a hotel or drive back and forth from San Jose.
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 3 2011, 09:38 AM
So far this is what I have for the SoCal carivan leaving SD/OC at 7am on Thursday, October 12th....
wertygrog- 914/4
wertygrog family- (911S)
RiqueMar- 914 3.6
infraredcalvin- 930 Turbo
914_teener- Girlfriends rice burner (hopefully 914)
Anyone else? Anyone along the way Everyone is welcome to join no matter what vehicle **cough, cough** you're taking.
Proposed route!
Posted by: Eric_Shea Oct 3 2011, 09:40 AM
Saturday? Pick a place.
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 3 2011, 09:43 AM
I vote Biergarten, can I get a second on the motion?
Posted by: pt_700 Oct 3 2011, 09:53 AM
consider it 2nded! how about a time?
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 3 2011, 10:00 AM
consider it 2nded! how about a time?
Lets say Noon, easy to remember!
Do we have a vote on the matter? All those in favor, say 'Aye!'
Posted by: pt_700 Oct 3 2011, 10:09 AM
noon is good! aye!
Posted by: hydroliftin Oct 3 2011, 11:32 AM
I think my wife is secretly happy that they were canceled and we will either get a hotel or drive back and forth from San Jose.
I'll be driving down from San Jose - maybe Friday, Saturday and possibly Sunday. Maybe see you on the road.
I went to the Monterey Coffee & Cars last weekend and Harlen who is a board member with SCRAMP said they have more people attending this event than the Historics. Getting in and out and finding parking could be challenging.
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 3 2011, 12:35 PM
I've found a Green parking pass on the Pelican Board, so if anyones interested, I may have a Blue parking pass for the event.
Posted by: Eric_Shea Oct 3 2011, 02:48 PM
Ale
Posted by: harlenl Oct 3 2011, 07:51 PM
Attached is the latest schedule with description of the run groups.
Thanks Harlen....please keep us posted on the parking situation and the shuttlebus....I think I was told they won't know until early next week.
I apologize in advance if I've sent this twice as I'm having issues with my pc.
The MST buses will be running all 3 days from around the region. Please go to: www.mst.org and see Lines # 36, 37, 38, 39. Two parking areas to consider are Monterey Peninsula College and Embassy Suites hotel.
I apologize for the general parking area and SCRAMP is aware of it. Everything costs money and that is something a non-profit does not have. I spoke to the Traffic committee last week and asked them to see if they can come up with something for Porsche owners. They will, but can't promise they will have a solution. I also have a proposal, but will take some heavy negotiations with the county and I don't know if I will have enough time to pull it off. I will keep you posted.
Harlen
UPDATE: Just found out the MST buses will ONLY be running on Saturday and Sunday.
Harlen
Posted by: harlenl Oct 3 2011, 07:55 PM
If anyone is interested, here is a list of fan activities:
Harlen
Attached File(s)
Porsche_Rennsport_Reunion_IV_Fan_Activities.doc ( 26k )
Number of downloads: 164
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 5 2011, 09:58 AM
8 Days to go...
Posted by: Cap'n Krusty Oct 5 2011, 12:05 PM
People participating in a group run or driving individually from So Cal are invited to stop at my shop in Santa Maria. If it's near lunchtime, maybe we can do lunch. Pretty good tri-tip sandwiches just a couple of blocks away. We'd be happy to see you! Because of long standing commitments, we'll not be joining the festivities in Monterey.
The Cap'n
Posted by: wertygrog Oct 5 2011, 11:06 PM
Heck! That's a good offer. Looking at the map Santa Maria appears to be about half way so lunchtime might be doable for any of us that want to stop. All those in favor, say 'Aye!'
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 6 2011, 03:57 PM
Heck! That's a good offer. Looking at the map Santa Maria appears to be about half way so lunchtime might be doable for any of us that want to stop. All those in favor, say 'Aye!'
That sounds pretty good to me. And I think with both my vote, and Brents vote, we are in the majority, 'Aye!'
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 7 2011, 03:52 PM
One week.... 
Posted by: pt_700 Oct 7 2011, 06:32 PM
somebody buy these tix and use the savings to buy us teeners a round at the biergarten at noon! 
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/tix/2636121927.html
Posted by: 914_teener Oct 8 2011, 12:00 AM
So far this is what I have for the SoCal carivan leaving SD/OC at 7am on Thursday, October 12th....
wertygrog- 914/4
wertygrog family- (911S)
RiqueMar- 914 3.6
infraredcalvin- 930 Turbo
914_teener- Girlfriends rice burner (hopefully 914)
Anyone else? Anyone along the way Everyone is welcome to join no matter what vehicle **cough, cough** you're taking.
Proposed route!
Sorry guys....won't be making it with you on Thursday morn.....gotta day job that day.
Teener needs a little work as well....so taking the "Rice Burner" early Friday morn. See you guys at noon in the beirgarten....I am sure I won't have any problems spoting the teener guys from the 356 guys...lol
Going to watch the Group 2 race from the corkscrew on Sat morn. Lots of walking...I'll be thristy.
Posted by: jrb44 Oct 8 2011, 04:02 PM
I'm the GM at GT3TEK and we'll be set up on vendors row with our Porsche aero parts on display all 3 days, stop by and say hi!
Not bringing my 914 because we don't make any 914 parts but will have my 95 993RS clone in the corral all 3 days.
Hope to see some of you there!
Posted by: sixnotfour Oct 9 2011, 11:52 AM
grp 2 , check it out;
http://www.mazdaraceway.com/sites/main/files/file-attachments/web_entry_list_-_barry_10-6-11.pdf
Posted by: Ferg Oct 9 2011, 12:08 PM
# 61 Alan Benjamin white 75 3.0 RSR great guy, here is his car at Monterey 2010 Historics
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 10 2011, 11:31 AM
3 days to go all!
Kicking the idea around with Brent (Wertygrog), is anyone up for a group dinner Saturday night? Nothing too formal.
Posted by: Joe Sharp Oct 10 2011, 04:39 PM
I'm leaving in the morning. Taking the coach and Beauty, we have space C88 up above turn 5.
Posted by: VegasRacer Oct 10 2011, 11:16 PM
Excellent Joe.
I just finished baking a double batch of walnut chocolate chip cookies. 
( in case you get the munchies.)
I will see you Wednesday afternoon / evening.
Posted by: infraredcalvin Oct 11 2011, 12:51 AM
Got a clean bill today on the 930, will be leaving Thursday about 5AM from San Juan Capistrano. Taking 5 to 46 (quick stop in Cholame to give my respects) then to the 1 the rest of the way. Anyone wishing to join is welcome. Anyone see me on the side of the road, please help!
My grand prix white 76 turbo will be in the pits (hopefully) with a couple of early giant killers, a silver RS60 and a silver Abarth Carrera possibly the (Cerwin Vega doh edit, don't know what I was thinking) Altec Lansing IMSA 914-6 as well (not sure if it's going to make it though). Stop and say hi! Looking forward to biergarden at noon on sat! Shall we be using the three finger (jack stand) salute to identify ourselves?
Pat
Posted by: jcd914 Oct 11 2011, 02:02 AM
3 days to go all!
Kicking the idea around with Brent (Wertygrog), is anyone up for a group dinner Saturday night? Nothing too formal.
I have to be at work on Friday
but I'll leave from there.I like the idea of dinner but I'll be trapped at the track. I am camping at the track (corkscrew view 612) and the RV does not make for a great "run into town" vehicle.
I have a small propane BBQ and will have plenty of beer for anyone stopping by.
Jim
Posted by: GeorgeRud Oct 11 2011, 07:27 AM
We're leaving for the airport this morning, should be in Monterey this evening. Julie needs a couple of days of Big Sur and Carmel before jointing me at the track over the weekend.
I see that the county also has a bus line that takes us from the Embassy Suites in Seaside to the track. Might be convenient if parking is a big hassle with the rental car.
Posted by: Mike D. Oct 11 2011, 04:13 PM
Several of us from SF Valley area are meeting up at the McDonalds in Castaic (5 frwy at Lake Hughes Rd. ish) Thurs. Morning at 8am and will be going back roads and coast up to Montery. Drop me a PM if you want to join in so we can keep a look out.
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 11 2011, 05:52 PM
Several of us from SF Valley area are meeting up at the McDonalds in Castaic (5 frwy at Lake Hughes Rd. ish) Thurs. Morning at 8am and will be going back roads and coast up to Montery. Drop me a PM if you want to join in so we can keep a look out.
That's pretty cool, are you taking the coast or inland?
We are leaving Northern SD at 7, so I don't think we can make that checkpoint by 8
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 11 2011, 05:54 PM
PS Admins, what do we have to do to get a photo-thread going?
Posted by: Cap'n Krusty Oct 11 2011, 06:13 PM
Several of us from SF Valley area are meeting up at the McDonalds in Castaic (5 frwy at Lake Hughes Rd. ish) Thurs. Morning at 8am and will be going back roads and coast up to Montery. Drop me a PM if you want to join in so we can keep a look out.
That's pretty cool, are you taking the coast or inland?
We are leaving Northern SD at 7, so I don't think we can make that checkpoint by 8
If you're leaving SD at 7 AM, you might consider going up the 5 to the 605 and go up to the 210. (The 57 is another bypass road, and an even more direct route might well be the inland route, 15, picking up the 210 in Fontana.) Take the 210 through Pasadena (watch the signs!), following it north and west along the base of the mountains to the 5. Take the 5 to the 126, cut over to the 101. The 126 meets the 101 in Ventura. You avoid downtown or the Westside, as well as the Valley. Let me know if you're planning a lunch stop with me. The shop phone number is (805) 925-1993.
Posted by: Eric_Shea Oct 11 2011, 08:02 PM
John... No plans at all for some time at the track?
Posted by: Mike D. Oct 11 2011, 08:07 PM
Several of us from SF Valley area are meeting up at the McDonalds in Castaic (5 frwy at Lake Hughes Rd. ish) Thurs. Morning at 8am and will be going back roads and coast up to Montery. Drop me a PM if you want to join in so we can keep a look out.
That's pretty cool, are you taking the coast or inland?
We are leaving Northern SD at 7, so I don't think we can make that checkpoint by 8
We are going N5 to Fraiser Park, then on Cuddy Valley/Forest Hwy95 to Hwy33, 33 though Taft then to Hwy58/Blue Star Memorial to Bitterwater Rd. north to Cholame (James Dean Memorial). On to Paso Robles, Peachy Canyon, 46w to Hwy 1 and points North!
Posted by: jeffdon Oct 11 2011, 08:31 PM
I will be there Friday only. BUT, I wangled a corral parking pass!
Posted by: dlkawashima Oct 11 2011, 09:22 PM
I will be there Friday only. BUT, I wangled a corral parking pass!
Got my Green pass in the mail today, so I'll be bringing down the 914 for the weekend
Posted by: campbellcj Oct 11 2011, 09:42 PM
I have to be at work on Friday
but I'll leave from there.I like the idea of dinner but I'll be trapped at the track. I am camping at the track (corkscrew view 612) and the RV does not make for a great "run into town" vehicle.
I have a small propane BBQ and will have plenty of beer for anyone stopping by.
Jim
Jim, I'll be camping in Corkscrew View as well and will have my F150 Supercrew - will be glad to drive you and any others (well, up to 3-4) to dinner if we have one.
There is a pizza/italian place up the road that is pretty good and has a large dining room as well as some outside tables I believe. I've been there a number of times for takeout grub to bring back to my campsite.
Posted by: campbellcj Oct 11 2011, 09:44 PM
Here is the restaurant I suggest for a group dinner, unless someplace else was already picked and I missed it. I'll probably grab something here on Friday night regardless...
Angelina's Pizzeria
http://www.ginospasta.com/angelinaspizzeria.htm
Posted by: GeorgeRud Oct 11 2011, 10:34 PM
If anyone has a corral pass that they won't be using on any of the days, could you please let me know. Though I'm driving a rental, a friend of mine is driving from Illinois in his 72 911 and would love a corral pass to show his car.
I can be reached on my cell, 847-721-2156. My wife and I got to Monterey today to spend a couple of days sightseeing beforen the weekend. We're staying at the Embassy Suites in Seaside.
Thanks,
George Rudawsky
Posted by: 914_teener Oct 11 2011, 10:47 PM
Here is the restaurant I suggest for a group dinner, unless someplace else was already picked and I missed it. I'll probably grab something here on Friday night regardless...
Angelina's Pizzeria
http://www.ginospasta.com/angelinaspizzeria.htm
This sounds like a good idea....Saturday night group dinner? I'm in.
Posted by: jcd914 Oct 11 2011, 10:58 PM
Jim, I'll be camping in Corkscrew View as well and will have my F150 Supercrew - will be glad to drive you and any others (well, up to 3-4) to dinner if we have one.
There is a pizza/italian place up the road that is pretty good and has a large dining room as well as some outside tables I believe. I've been there a number of times for takeout grub to bring back to my campsite.
I have the very end spot on the upper level of Corkscrew View behind you.
Pizza place sounds good to me.
Jim
PS I have a "Camping Support Vehicle" pass that I don't need, it allows someone to park in the camping area. I won't show up until Friday night (late knowing me).
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 12 2011, 08:43 AM
My radio just took a dump.... looks like I'll be listening to the wind for the 7 hour drive up there
Posted by: hydroliftin Oct 12 2011, 09:07 AM
We are going N5 to Fraiser Park, then on Cuddy Valley/Forest Hwy95 to Hwy33, 33 though Taft then to Hwy58/Blue Star Memorial to Bitterwater Rd. north to Cholame (James Dean Memorial). On to Paso Robles, Peachy Canyon, 46w to Hwy 1 and points North!
So you're doing the mini-iron bottom I see.
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 12 2011, 10:18 PM
Cap, we should be in Santa Maria about 12:30-1
Posted by: Cap'n Krusty Oct 12 2011, 10:41 PM
Thursday, right?
The Cap'n
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 12 2011, 11:14 PM
Thursday, right?
The Cap'n
Yep!
Posted by: wertygrog Oct 12 2011, 11:44 PM
Sounds like the Cap'n's place for lunch thursday, biergarten noon Saturday, and Pizzaria Saturday evening! If anyone wants to get in touch you can try my cell at 760-807-7669. Rique maybe post your number too as a backup? Anyways should be a good time!
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 13 2011, 12:51 AM
Sounds like the Cap'n's place for lunch thursday, biergarten noon Saturday, and Pizzaria Saturday evening! If anyone wants to get in touch you can try my cell at 760-807-7669. Rique maybe post your number too as a backup? Anyways should be a good time!
760.586.7578
Anyone give us a call if you need anything (breakdown, trouble, etc) not like my phone ever shuts up anyway.
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 13 2011, 12:54 AM
760.586.7578
Anyone give us a call if you need anything (breakdown, trouble, etc) not like my phone ever shuts up anyway.
PS dinner right after the event on Sat?
Posted by: jeffdon Oct 13 2011, 08:49 AM
I'm goin! Cruising down to Redwood City to look at a car today and figured, what the heck, keep headed south. Will camp out around Capitola, then on to Laguna Seca for the day on friday. And I will be in the corral, cause i got turned on to a free pass!
Anywhere particular you other 914 folks will be hanging out on Friday and Friday night?
Posted by: Eric_Shea Oct 13 2011, 09:11 AM
For those heading down from the North... dinner tonight in San Jose at St. Johns (Google is thy friend) at 6:00PM
Posted by: infraredcalvin Oct 13 2011, 10:36 AM
Beautiful drive up the 5, sitting in the Jack Ranch Cafe in Cholame. Watch out for the fuzz, I came up behind 4 of them from oc to here, a few more sitting on the side.
Posted by: pt_700 Oct 13 2011, 11:48 AM
woohoo! it's almost time!
for what it's worth, i'll toss my hat in the ring of somewhat local support. south san jose (about 90 minutes north of laguna), will be there all day saturday - 408.772.857seven
Posted by: GeorgeRud Oct 13 2011, 04:03 PM
The troops are arriving, big lines at registration this morning. An awful lot of nice machinery is coming out of the woodwork for this one. My first time at Laguna Seca, and the track looks a whole lot nicer for this event than Daytona. No where near as many biker bars either.
Weather today is wonderful as well. Looks like it's going to be a great Rennsport.
Posted by: biosurfer1 Oct 13 2011, 04:43 PM
I just got to Santa Cruz and my dad and I would like to go to this on Friday. If anyone has any tickets available, I'd be willing to buy...otherwise, at the gate it is.
Posted by: 914_teener Oct 13 2011, 06:00 PM
Leaving tomorrow morning at 8 and cutting up through Paso and hopefully we'll still make registration by 5 PM. See you guys Sat.
Posted by: dlkawashima Oct 13 2011, 06:16 PM
I just got to Santa Cruz and my dad and I would like to go to this on Friday. If anyone has any tickets available, I'd be willing to buy...otherwise, at the gate it is.
Go to searchtempest.com, put in your zip code and search for 'rennsport'. You'll get a lot of hits for SF Bay and Monterey Bay. Right now there's a guy in the Monterey Bay area selling two 3-day tickets plus a Blue parking pass (which I think is a Porsche only display area, but it's on dirt) for the princely sum of $250. If you don't care about parking, there are guys selling tix for cheap.
Posted by: pt_700 Oct 13 2011, 09:47 PM
ok, moved my pics "mispost" to eric's san josey thread, where they have some actual context...
rennsport on saturday was so awesome. sun took awhile to come out but, we're only mildly sunburnt for it. been to historic events that featured porsche as the marque but this blew 'em away! i'm sure i'll wonder if it was all just a dream tomorrow...
mr. bell was kind enough to sign an autograph or two between promotional gigs for speed channel.
nice hat hair, dork!
Posted by: Justinp71 Oct 14 2011, 09:11 AM
I'll be there Sat/Sun! Hope to see some of you out there....
Justin
916-752-5744
Posted by: biosurfer1 Oct 14 2011, 03:32 PM
Just got back from Laguna Seca...WELL worth it to go. I got some cheap tickets so it was doubly worth it.
I doubt there are many get togethers with more Porsches. Wolfgang Porsche was there driving the original 550, Sienfeld's 550 prototype is also there.
The Porsche Museum sent over some great examples! Loved it!
Posted by: jgara962 Oct 14 2011, 04:25 PM
Getting ready to head home, hop in my car and drive down to Morgan Hill. Staying the night there and then heading into Laguna Seca early tomorrow morning.
Posted by: jcd914 Oct 14 2011, 05:20 PM
Departing for the track in about 30minutes.
Posted by: roadster fan Oct 14 2011, 11:43 PM
I have two free tickets if someone can use them for tomorrow. I know it is late notice but I will be at the gate about 8 am if someone wants to meet me and get them. I guess you could pick em up tonite too, in Aptos if interested. Leaving about 7 am from Aptos, it is gonna be a great day!
Jim
Posted by: wes Oct 15 2011, 02:10 AM
Got hear thrusday friday was great Saturday will be more, camping green gmc motorhome space 432 flags flying, drop by!
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 16 2011, 09:31 PM
I owe someone an apology.
When we were meeting up at the Beer Garden, I saw one of us walking around with a WCR T-Shirt, looking for us. I lost him in the crowd and don't know who it was and now I feel horrible!
Posted by: GeorgeRud Oct 16 2011, 11:47 PM
Great event, well attended and organized. SCRAMP , PCNA, and PCA all deserve kudos for putting this together. I met several other members, and it was great to chat in person.
I did see the green GMC Palm Beach parked across the track from us, but it was too long a hike to get to. Looks just like mine back home! Nice to see other 914s enjoying these things.
Now, where can they organize Rennsport 5?
Posted by: jcd914 Oct 17 2011, 07:28 AM
I owe someone an apology.
When we were meeting up at the Beer Garden, I saw one of us walking around with a WCR T-Shirt, looking for us. I lost him in the crowd and don't know who it was and now I feel horrible!
Might have been me (black WCR 2011 t-shirt), I was there looking around about 12:15 or so but never saw anyone I knew or any shirts or such.. I made a few laps thru the biergarten, the 16 cylinder 917, the 918 spyder, the new 911's and the 'baby 935. Eventually I got a beer and move on to other stuff.
I had a great weekend.
Jim
Posted by: RiqueMar Oct 17 2011, 08:12 AM
I owe someone an apology.
When we were meeting up at the Beer Garden, I saw one of us walking around with a WCR T-Shirt, looking for us. I lost him in the crowd and don't know who it was and now I feel horrible!
Might have been me (black WCR 2011 t-shirt), I was there looking around about 12:15 or so but never saw anyone I knew or any shirts or such.. I made a few laps thru the biergarten, the 16 cylinder 917, the 918 spyder, the new 911's and the 'baby 935. Eventually I got a beer and move on to other stuff.
I had a great weekend.
Jim
Jim, I really do feel bad. As soon as I saw your shirt, I went your direction, but there where just so many people. My fault, I should have said, 'Let's meet at the 914's'.
I really do feel awful about the whole thing.
Posted by: Eric_Shea Oct 17 2011, 01:54 PM
If they do RR5 in Monterey next year, we can meet up at my booth!
Biergarten at 12:00 Noon is the wrong place to be! LOL Live and learn.
Posted by: jcd914 Oct 17 2011, 02:04 PM
Jim, I really do feel bad. As soon as I saw your shirt, I went your direction, but there where just so many people. My fault, I should have said, 'Let's meet at the 914's'.
I really do feel awful about the whole thing.
Hey don't sweat it, there were a lot of people there.
I had a great time, although my feet still hurt.
Eric, I though Rennsport was every 3rd year?
Jim
Posted by: Eric_Shea Oct 17 2011, 02:09 PM
Oh... 
Then just file my comment in the "Wishful Thinking" bin.
Posted by: Cap'n Krusty Oct 17 2011, 02:10 PM
I owe someone an apology.
When we were meeting up at the Beer Garden, I saw one of us walking around with a WCR T-Shirt, looking for us. I lost him in the crowd and don't know who it was and now I feel horrible!
Might have been me (black WCR 2011 t-shirt), I was there looking around about 12:15 or so but never saw anyone I knew or any shirts or such.. I made a few laps thru the biergarten, the 16 cylinder 917, the 918 spyder, the new 911's and the 'baby 935. Eventually I got a beer and move on to other stuff.
I had a great weekend.
Jim
"16 cylinder 917"?
The Cap'n
Posted by: Eric_Shea Oct 17 2011, 02:12 PM
Si... see?
Posted by: jcd914 Oct 17 2011, 02:20 PM
"16 cylinder 917"?
The Cap'n
12 is to small and 20 it too big.
16 is just right!
Posted by: Cap'n Krusty Oct 17 2011, 02:47 PM
Si... see?
So, I see. First I've heard of it, and a little internet searching failed to produce any results ................
The Cap'n
Posted by: Eric_Shea Oct 17 2011, 02:54 PM
Prototype:
http://www.google.com/#sclient=psy-ab&hl=en&source=hp&q=16+cylinder+917&pbx=1&oq=16+cylinder+917&aq=f&aqi=g-b1&aql=1&gs_sm=e&gs_upl=21258682l21261435l0l21261857l15l7l0l3l3l0l614l2047l0.3.2.1.0.1l10l0&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.,cf.osb&fp=fe49d561ad75bea3&biw=1680&bih=888
Posted by: campbellcj Oct 17 2011, 03:00 PM
Phenomenal weekend! I'm pretty beat from hiking around with my camera gear, but it was well worth it. Sorry I couldn't find or connect with more of you guys. Overall I ran into fewer people I know than I expected, but it's a huge facility and the crowd was sizable.
I will be putting my best shots on Flickr as I review/process them. I took a little video as well, largely to capture the sound.
Posted by: jcd914 Oct 17 2011, 03:13 PM
So, I see. First I've heard of it, and a little internet searching failed to produce any results ................
The Cap'n
I thought I took a picture of the write up they had on display but I guess not.
So everything I say is subject to memory failure, This is the only 16 cylinder engine left and they only built 1 car. The 12 cylinder engines were not going to be powerful enough for Can Am against the 8.0l V8s so they were exploring ways to get more power. Turbocharging the 12 cylinder engines won out over the 16 cylinder.
I wonder where you get this injection pump rebuilt?
Jim
Posted by: campbellcj Oct 17 2011, 03:57 PM
Or that wild dizzy -- there are two of 'em
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