I want to learn how to race (more) responsibly., PCA, SCCA... ??? Where do I start? Options

[Dr. Roger]

So the car is getting done and now my next step is to learn how to race (more) responsibly. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/wink.gif)

It looks like this involves joining a sanctioning body, figuring which class , I dont' know what else.

If you have a V8 914 and zero experience racing AX where would you start?

I'm near San Francisco, CA.

Thanks.

[nocones]

Roger,
Can't help you with DE/track stuff, but as for AutoX...
I've autoX'd for many years with the SF region SCCA and love it.
Bigger, faster tracks, more runs, and lots of interesting cars and very fast drivers. These will also be close to home for you.
Having said that there are several other alternatives...

As mentioned, some of the PCA folks will let you run but not for points or "official" times, just "fun" runs.

If you make a short drive up here to Santa Rosa you can run with Empire Sports Car Association. Six events or so each summer at the Sonoma County Airport, all on Saturdays. You must become a member before attending however.

My favorite however is the American AutoX Series.
These are mostly Corvette guys based around Sacramento.
Big FAST courses, the most runs, and some of the absolute fastest cars and drivers. Several National Champs.

It's been almost two years since I've run with them but I will certainly be back.
http://www.americanauto-x.com/