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914World.com _ The Paddock _ Buttonwillow, Fri, Aug 18 Track Day
Posted by: Vezna31 Jul 11 2006, 01:32 PM
Leadfoot Adventures has a track day at Buttonwillow Raceway on Friday August 18th. Reg is cheap at only $175 for the people who sign up early. This event will sell out though, so you might want to register pretty quick. Click here to sign-up.
http://www.motorsportreg.com/calendar/index.cfm
If you’ve never done a track day before and you’re curious about what it would be like to drive your S2000 on a real racetrack, this event is for you! Seasoned drivers are definitely welcome in the faster intermediate and advanced sessions, but the newest drivers will get special attention. Leadfoot Adventures has a great group of very experienced drivers who will be instructing the rookies both in classroom sessions and out on track. Check out the “Rookie Jump Start” page at Leadfootadventures.com for more info if you’re new to the scene.
For those of you who know Buttonwillow, we’ll be running the #13 track configuration, which includes both the “Lost Hill” and “Bus Stop” segments. In the counter-clockwise direction, the exit of the sweeper and entry into the Bus Stop is freakin’ awesome. Man I can hardly wait to get back out there!
In addition, Brad Roberts, an Admin for the 914club is going to try to attend and be an instructor for us, so we'd like to see a bunch of you guys out there having fun with us!! 
See ya at the track!
Posted by: Brad Roberts Jul 18 2006, 05:13 PM
OK. I need some "love" here 
We are looking for complete rookies or people with experience. Doesnt matter. This is going to be a VERY safe educational event. You will not be *pushed* in any way that might make you uncomfortable out on the track. The whole idea is to introduce people to the track enviroment in a casual relaxed setting. Maybe you are thinking about DE's and Time Trials at other tracks later in the year? Maybe you want to hone your skills at Buttonwillow. Everyone can learn something at these track days.
What say the masses?
Anyone ?
I havent decided on what I will take out there for this event.
B
Posted by: Brad Roberts Jul 18 2006, 05:16 PM
OH.. doesnt matter if you bring a 914 out or not. I would like to semi impress these guy's since they are the "914Club's" ticket to track days
B
Posted by: Headrage Jul 18 2006, 05:25 PM
What kind of helmet is required?
I have an M 2000 open face.
BTW, have you guys been to Buttonwillow in the middle of August before? 
Posted by: Aaron Cox Jul 18 2006, 05:26 PM
:wischfullthinking:
Posted by: Brad Roberts Jul 18 2006, 05:42 PM
Your M2000 will work fine. It just needs to be a 2000 and up helmet.
B
Posted by: Andyrew Jul 18 2006, 06:12 PM
Cant make a friday... sorry
Posted by: byndbad914 Jul 18 2006, 06:16 PM
saw that signups can go up to the Tues before - any idea when the fees change and to how much?
I am playing everything by ear, but if I have the car running by then I would probably be up for a track day to sort it out and make some noise, but I may not know until that Tues at best 
Posted by: nebreitling Jul 18 2006, 07:23 PM
i'm out of town or else i'd be there 
Posted by: drew365 Jul 18 2006, 09:05 PM
We're going to Laguna Seca the following weekend, so I doubt I can make this. However, I do need to take my car to the track before Laguna, so if I don't get to a test friday at Willow I may do this one.
Posted by: Brad Roberts Jul 18 2006, 09:15 PM
Thanks Andy!
This is exactly what I'm going to use the day for: Testing for POC Laguna!!
Too bad Nathan!! I really want to work with you at these track events.
Who else??
B
Posted by: Vezna31 Jul 18 2006, 10:30 PM
saw that signups can go up to the Tues before - any idea when the fees change and to how much?
I am playing everything by ear, but if I have the car running by then I would probably be up for a track day to sort it out and make some noise, but I may not know until that Tues at best
The fees are supposed to go up to $195 on August 1, but I have a feeling that we will extend the $175 if we aren't close to filling so that we can draw more people.
Posted by: trekkor Jul 19 2006, 12:04 AM
I'll be at Reno-Fernley with CDS on the 19-20th.
KT
Posted by: Brad Roberts Jul 19 2006, 12:14 AM
So?
Does any of the SF Bay area clubs run ANY points related events at Fernley?
NO need to answer. I know the answer. 
B
Posted by: trekkor Jul 19 2006, 12:19 AM
I have family in Reno so it will be nice to make a week long vacation out of it.
I won't see BW 'til next year.
KT
Posted by: Vezna31 Jul 20 2006, 12:47 AM
I have family in Reno so it will be nice to make a week long vacation out of it.
I won't see BW 'til next year.
KT
Maybe you can do Streets with us on Sept 29 or Oct 2. Registration will be opening in a few weeks for those.
Posted by: trekkor Jul 20 2006, 10:21 AM
I'd like to try to return south...Keep us posted.
KT
Posted by: Vezna31 Jul 20 2006, 02:55 PM
Hey Brad,
Any chance of having this thread nailed to the top to keep it visible?
Posted by: Gint Jul 20 2006, 07:41 PM
Hey Brad,
Any chance of having this thread nailed to the top to keep it visible?
I'm not Brad, but I play one on t.v.
You got it...
Posted by: Brad Roberts Jul 20 2006, 11:33 PM
Thanks Gint!!
B
Posted by: Vezna31 Jul 20 2006, 11:45 PM
Hey Brad,
Any chance of having this thread nailed to the top to keep it visible?
I'm not Brad, but I play one on t.v.
You got it...
Thanks, man!!
Posted by: Headrage Jul 21 2006, 10:32 AM
So who's in so far?
Posted by: Vezna31 Jul 21 2006, 12:06 PM
So who's in so far?
Not enough people yet. C'mon, guys!!
Posted by: trekkor Jul 21 2006, 09:13 PM
I'm bailing on Reno.
This may work for me.
:thinking:
KT
Posted by: Vezna31 Jul 21 2006, 09:27 PM
We're going to lottery off a free track day too. Actually, I think we may be offering 2 free track days. I have to talk to my partner, but I believe the way it will work is if you have credit for getting more people to sign up, then you will have more entries and a greater chance of winning.
And our future schedule is:
Fri, Sept 29 - Streets of Willow
Mon, Oct 2 - Streets of Willow (discount to people who do both trips, plus a bunch of us are going camping in between the 2 days)
Sun, Dec 10 - Thunderhill
Sun, Dec 17 - Buttonwillow
Posted by: Joe Ricard Jul 27 2006, 09:51 AM
Take lots of pictures and post them in the Paddock
Posted by: Brad Roberts Jul 27 2006, 11:39 AM
OK. I'm signed up.
This will be FUN.
We need more 914 people however!!
B
Posted by: Brad Roberts Jul 28 2006, 12:42 PM
I'm fighting some kickback from people about the direction. Most of the accredited racing orgs run it clockwise with or without Star Mazda.
B
Posted by: Headrage Jul 30 2006, 11:01 AM
My company will probably pay the entry fee.
To whom and to where do they send a check?
Posted by: race914 Jul 30 2006, 11:07 AM
I'm fighting some kickback from people about the direction. Most of the accredited racing orgs run it clockwise with or without Star Mazda.
B
Hi Brad,
Both http://www.pca-ggr.org and Hank Watt's http://www.coastaldriving.org/ do not run exclusively Clockwise. Last Coastal Driving event ran CW one day and CCW the next.
Different challenges running CCW. The group will enjoy it.
Greg
Posted by: Vezna31 Jul 30 2006, 11:15 AM
My company will probably pay the entry fee.
To whom and to where do they send a check?
Make the check out to Leadfoot Adventures for $175 and mail it to:
1753 Sierra Verde Rd
Chula Vista, CA 91913
Glad to have you. See you at the track!
Posted by: Headrage Jul 31 2006, 11:32 AM
Company stepped up...
Payment going out today...
Posted by: Vezna31 Jul 31 2006, 12:22 PM
Company stepped up...Payment going out today...
Awesome...I'll look for the check. Don't forget to go to the reg site and add yourself officially. When the check arrives, I'll go in and manually change your status to paid.
Posted by: Headrage Aug 1 2006, 02:55 PM
How many so far??????
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 1 2006, 08:10 PM
How many so far??????
WOO-HOO...17
Only 30 more to break even
Posted by: Headrage Aug 1 2006, 09:44 PM
C'mon people, step up.... Normally the Buttonwillow drivers ed. is like $225.00.
I know you 914 guys are CSOB's but this is a killer deal...
Fine, no pudding for you because you didn't eat your meat...
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 2 2006, 12:40 AM
The Willows Inn is giving us a group discount of $46/night.
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 2 2006, 11:58 AM
The early-bird pricing has been extended 1 week, so if you're on the fence you have until Sunday August 6th to save your spot on the grid for only $175. If you're new to the track we'll provide you with an instructor at no extra charge.
As promised, we've secured a discount rate at the Willow Inn for both Thursday and Friday nights. Whether you stay one or both nights, tell them Leadfoot Adventures sent ya and the rate will be $46.95+tax. 
Check in is after 2pm. The gal said the normal rate is $54.95 on Thursday and $59.95 on Friday, so that's not a bad price break. We'll be getting together at the Willow Ranch restaurant on Thursday evening to get something to eat, hang out, and knock back a few.
Posted by: nine14cats Aug 2 2006, 05:26 PM
Are we allowed passengers at this event?
I'm a thinking about it....I love Buttonwillow in the reverse direction!
Bill P.
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 2 2006, 06:36 PM
Are we allowed passengers at this event?
I'm a thinking about it....I love Buttonwillow in the reverse direction!
Bill P.
Yes, for Intermediate and Advanced drivers. Novices will have an instructor with them until the instructor feels he doesn't need to ride with them anymore.
Posted by: nine14cats Aug 2 2006, 07:01 PM
What is the projected number of rungroups?
3 or 4?
I may have a second driver to my car, I would prefer not having to run the car back to back.
Thanks,
Bill P.
Posted by: race914 Aug 2 2006, 07:58 PM
The early-bird pricing has been extended 1 week, so if you're on the fence you have until Sunday August 6th to save your spot on the grid for only $175. If you're new to the track we'll provide you with an instructor at no extra charge.
As promised, we've secured a discount rate at the Willow Inn for both Thursday and Friday nights. Whether you stay one or both nights, tell them Leadfoot Adventures sent ya and the rate will be $46.95+tax.
Check in is after 2pm. The gal said the normal rate is $54.95 on Thursday and $59.95 on Friday, so that's not a bad price break. We'll be getting together at the Willow Ranch restaurant on Thursday evening to get something to eat, hang out, and knock back a few.Ok, Twist my arm... what time is the group meeting at Willow Ranch on Thursday?
BTW, I signed up over the weekend! Gotta test my new oil cooler, and Buttonwillow in August is a great test ground for that!
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 2 2006, 10:02 PM
Company stepped up...Payment going out today...
Allan, I received your check today
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 2 2006, 10:04 PM
The early-bird pricing has been extended 1 week, so if you're on the fence you have until Sunday August 6th to save your spot on the grid for only $175. If you're new to the track we'll provide you with an instructor at no extra charge.
As promised, we've secured a discount rate at the Willow Inn for both Thursday and Friday nights. Whether you stay one or both nights, tell them Leadfoot Adventures sent ya and the rate will be $46.95+tax.
Check in is after 2pm. The gal said the normal rate is $54.95 on Thursday and $59.95 on Friday, so that's not a bad price break. We'll be getting together at the Willow Ranch restaurant on Thursday evening to get something to eat, hang out, and knock back a few.Ok, Twist my arm... what time is the group meeting at Willow Ranch on Thursday?
BTW, I signed up over the weekend! Gotta test my new oil cooler, and Buttonwillow in August is a great test ground for that!
Not sure yet. I haven't figured out what time I'm leaving or anything yet. Probably leave by noon and be there before 4.
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 2 2006, 10:06 PM
What is the projected number of rungroups?
3 or 4?
I may have a second driver to my car, I would prefer not having to run the car back to back.
Thanks,
Bill P.
It'll depend on what the total signups will be. At this point, I will say 3. If people go crazy and fill it in the next 2 weeks, it will change to 4.
If we go with only 3 run groups, it may work out to more sessions on the track, so you could probably get away with skipping one to let the car rest.
Posted by: Headrage Aug 3 2006, 09:36 AM
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Allan, I received your check today
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I'm in!!!!!
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 3 2006, 06:46 PM
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Allan, I received your check today
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I'm in!!!!!
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Allan, which run group do you want to be in?
Posted by: Headrage Aug 4 2006, 10:30 AM
Ya got me?
What are my options?
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 4 2006, 10:41 AM
Ya got me?
What are my options?
Novice - less than 5 track events
Intermediate - decent amount of track events
Advanced - Track whore
Posted by: Headrage Aug 4 2006, 11:19 AM
Being that almost all of my track time is on a bike I would say put me in the novice group...
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 5 2006, 11:35 AM
Up to 24 registrations!!
About half-way to beak-even.
Posted by: race914 Aug 8 2006, 08:45 AM
So who's in so far?
Not enough people yet. C'mon, guys!!
So who all is in? Curious on how many 914s will be running?
Testing my new Fluidyne Oil Cooler for the upcoming SCCA Vintage Event at Laguna Seca and would be glad to give any 914club members a ride since Leadfoot allows this!!!
First come first serve!! The line starts here!!
Who's In??
Posted by: nine14cats Aug 9 2006, 11:51 AM
I am in.
Too bad we couldn't add the Star Mazda....I like doing the drag stip thing out of it up to "lost hill"....
Bill P.
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 9 2006, 11:54 AM
I am in.
Too bad we couldn't add the Star Mazda....I like doing the drag stip thing out of it up to "lost hill"....
Bill P.
Maybe next time. We tentatively have a date on December 17 and we'll probably run a different configuration, so we'll take all the feedback into consideration when we make the choice. Glad to see you registered!
Posted by: race914 Aug 9 2006, 12:10 PM
Bill,
Glad to see you sign up!
Sound's like it won't be 115 degrees like when we ran together at BW in June! And that's a good thing!
This should be a great day. I forwarded the signup info to the PCA CCCR email list and hope we get a few signups from that club. They just ran BW in June and I'm hoping some want to come back for another 'round'.
Greg
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 9 2006, 12:12 PM
Bill,
Glad to see you sign up!
Sound's like it won't be 115 degrees like when we ran together at BW in June! And that's a good thing!
This should be a great day. I forwarded the signup info to the PCA CCCR email list and hope we get a few signups from that club. They just ran BW in June and I'm hoping some want to come back for another 'round'.
Greg
The weather trend is looking to be around 90-95 for next Friday.
Posted by: Headrage Aug 9 2006, 05:32 PM
The weather trend is looking to be around 90-95 for next Friday.
That's a good thing.
I got no external oil cooler...
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 9 2006, 05:40 PM
We'll also have the first floor for use and it will be air conditioned!!!
Posted by: Brad Roberts Aug 11 2006, 04:12 PM
Vin,
Birgit is out. I"m taking her car to SJ tonight. I'll need to fill her spot somehow.
B
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 11 2006, 04:17 PM
Vin,
Birgit is out. I"m taking her car to SJ tonight. I'll need to fill her spot somehow.
B
Something wrong with her car?
Posted by: Brad Roberts Aug 11 2006, 05:15 PM
No. She is moving to New Jersey in a few weeks and will leave her car at her parents house.
B
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 11 2006, 05:23 PM
No. She is moving to New Jersey in a few weeks and will leave her car at her parents house.
B
Wow...that's a big move. Where in NJ? Close to Philly? Is it for a job?
Posted by: Headrage Aug 12 2006, 09:43 AM
Anybody coming the day or night before?
I'm thinking 
if you are...
Posted by: race914 Aug 12 2006, 08:23 PM
Anybody coming the day or night before?
I'm thinking
if you are...Love to, but I think there is already a Thursday 'meeting' at the Willow Ranch Restaurant... Pre-registration, food &
Vensa31 - great marking opportunity to jump in and firm up our official Thursday party!!! What's the Plan! STAN
Headrage, can't wait to see your 914!
Posted by: Headrage Aug 13 2006, 02:09 PM
Well then, since the evening is going to be consumed with meetings, carousing and adult beverages, any body willing to come to the house and help me dial in my car for Friday?
I'll be the designated driver.
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 13 2006, 03:37 PM
Anybody coming the day or night before?
I'm thinking
if you are...Love to, but I think there is already a Thursday 'meeting' at the Willow Ranch Restaurant... Pre-registration, food &
Vensa31 - great marking opportunity to jump in and firm up our official Thursday party!!! What's the Plan! STAN
Headrage, can't wait to see your 914!
I'm going to say that we'll set a time for meeting Thursday night at 7:30 PM. I'll be leaving pretty early in the afternoon to try to get past LA before it gets too heavy.
Brad, what time are you leaving?
Posted by: drew365 Aug 14 2006, 08:40 PM
Okay, I'm in. I even got a new lounge chair to break in. Let's hope it's not too hot!
Posted by: nine14cats Aug 14 2006, 09:24 PM
Okay, I'm in. I even got a new lounge chair to break in. Let's hope it's not too hot!
Hi Andy,
Great to hear you'll be there! We finally get to meet in person....
Greg Braun (race914) and I will be pitting together. Allan (Headrage) I believe is the only other 914Club member going besides Brad. Greg and I are dropping our trailers ~5pm on Thursday night and plan on pitting together. We will be in the second row next to the tire shop, the pit area off to the right side of the tire shop if you're looking at the tire shop's roll ups.
Allan,
Feel free to join us. We'll have EZ ups, tables, chairs, etc.
It'll be our own little 914 Club "club".
Bill P.
Posted by: drew365 Aug 15 2006, 08:27 AM
Okay, I'm in. I even got a new lounge chair to break in. Let's hope it's not too hot!
Hi Andy,
Great to hear you'll be there! We finally get to meet in person....
Greg Braun (race914) and I will be pitting together. Allan (Headrage) I believe is the only other 914Club member going besides Brad. Greg and I are dropping our trailers ~5pm on Thursday night and plan on pitting together. We will be in the second row next to the tire shop, the pit area off to the right side of the tire shop if you're looking at the tire shop's roll ups.
Allan,
Feel free to join us. We'll have EZ ups, tables, chairs, etc.
It'll be our own little 914 Club "club".
Bill P.
I'll look for you. I won't be coming up until Friday morning. I hope to get there by 7.
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 15 2006, 11:30 AM
Looks like we are slowly getting there. A total of 42 people signed up, 6 being instructors. If anyone here knows some people that would instruct, this would definitely be the time to let them know we are interested.
Posted by: Headrage Aug 16 2006, 03:38 PM
Okay guys, got the car running pretty well so I'm set for Friday. I'll probably swing by the track after work Thursday just to get a layout of where everybody is and put some faces to the names.
I'll be the lost looking one in a white Tahoe with a 914club badge...
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 16 2006, 05:01 PM
Okay guys, got the car running pretty well so I'm set for Friday. I'll probably swing by the track after work Thursday just to get a layout of where everybody is and put some faces to the names.
I'll be the lost looking one in a white Tahoe with a 914club badge...
Allan, you need to take the Tahoe out onto the track
My first track event at Laguna Seca paired me up with a really cool instructor. He didn't have his race-prepped 240Z running in time so he drove his Tahoe. He decided to take it out on the track and I rode shotgun for shits and giggles. It was hysterical. Just imagine a 6000 lb beast squealing around corners while the driver has one arm on the wheel and holding himself in the seat with the other hand. It was nuts.
Posted by: Headrage Aug 16 2006, 09:15 PM
What time is this shindig suppose to end?
Gotta be home before dark. Sometimes my headlights act kinda funky...
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 16 2006, 09:28 PM
What time is this shindig suppose to end?
Gotta be home before dark. Sometimes my headlights act kinda funky...
I'm not planning on staying any later at the restaurant Thursday night than 9 and the track closes at 5 or 5:30 PM
Posted by: trekkor Aug 16 2006, 10:04 PM
I'll make make a future track day with you.
I right in the middle of a good sized job right now, otherwise I'd just go on Friday.
Take pictures for us.
KT
Posted by: Headrage Aug 17 2006, 05:49 PM
Looks like I won't be making it over to the track tonight. Gotta change gear oil, check cv bolts, ball joint wedge pins, front wheel bearings, put air dam and bumper back on.
I was gonna do it earlier today but work got in the way. 
I do have a question though, it'll be pretty warm tomorrow so I don't plan on having my engine lid on (car runs 10 - 15 degrees cooler and I don't have an external oil cooler yet).
Problem?
Posted by: drew365 Aug 18 2006, 05:45 AM
It's 4:30 Friday morning, I was trying to get an early start but have a dead battery on my truck. It actually went dead on me last night while I was loading up. It was too late to get a new battery so I let it charge all night. Still no go. You guys are going to have to play without me today. I'm going to be pissed all day!
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 18 2006, 07:01 AM
Looks like I won't be making it over to the track tonight. Gotta change gear oil, check cv bolts, ball joint wedge pins, front wheel bearings, put air dam and bumper back on.
I was gonna do it earlier today but work got in the way.
I do have a question though, it'll be pretty warm tomorrow so I don't plan on having my engine lid on (car runs 10 - 15 degrees cooler and I don't have an external oil cooler yet).
Problem?
No problem as long as it doesn't spit parts out
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 18 2006, 07:02 AM
It's 4:30 Friday morning, I was trying to get an early start but have a dead battery on my truck. It actually went dead on me last night while I was loading up. It was too late to get a new battery so I let it charge all night. Still no go. You guys are going to have to play without me today. I'm going to be pissed all day!
Jump that boy!! I have cables here if you need a jump later.
Posted by: race914 Aug 18 2006, 07:24 PM
It's 4:30 Friday morning, I was trying to get an early start but have a dead battery on my truck. It actually went dead on me last night while I was loading up. It was too late to get a new battery so I let it charge all night. Still no go. You guys are going to have to play without me today. I'm going to be pissed all day!
I arrived at the track last night and didn't see your post until just now. Glad you are ok. We were worried when we didn't see you. Had saved you a Beer!
Headrage broke down on the way over, but was able to get a tow, and make repairs and made it by lunch.
Great event, great track time!
My new cooler was a success! Never went over 220 even with 95+ degree weather...
Hope to see you at a track day soon!
Greg
Posted by: drew365 Aug 18 2006, 08:19 PM
It's 4:30 Friday morning, I was trying to get an early start but have a dead battery on my truck. It actually went dead on me last night while I was loading up. It was too late to get a new battery so I let it charge all night. Still no go. You guys are going to have to play without me today. I'm going to be pissed all day!
I arrived at the track last night and didn't see your post until just now. Glad you are ok. We were worried when we didn't see you. Had saved you a Beer!
Headrage broke down on the way over, but was able to get a tow, and make repairs and made it by lunch.
Great event, great track time!
My new cooler was a success! Never went over 220 even with 95+ degree weather...
Hope to see you at a track day soon!
Greg
Thanks for saving me a beer, I hope to drink it someday before it's flat. I wanted to be at the track today but driving around a truck with trailer that I couldn't shut off didn't seem prudent. I'm going to spend my weekend trying to make sure that something like this doesn't spoil next weeks trip to Laguna Seca. I can't wait.
Posted by: Vezna31 Aug 19 2006, 09:57 PM
Thanks to everyone who came out for the day. The track was in great condition and everyone had a great time. Look for our next event at Streets of Willow at the end of September. We're hoping that a good word will spread from this first event and the next one fills up.
Posted by: bruinbro Aug 19 2006, 10:22 PM
Brad, if you're reading this thread, please contact me.
Bro
Posted by: Vezna31 Sep 11 2006, 12:47 AM
Here's some videos from the day!
http://media.putfile.com/Chasing-him-down
http://media.putfile.com/Buttonwillow-81806
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