Recent content by Bill Umstead

I have an 88 model FC RX7 that started life as a SS car so the fuel fill line still has the unleaded fuel restrictor plate installed. I am planning on running the 3 hr enduro at WGI in October and would like to remove this obstruction. Can any one advise on the steps to do so? TIA Bill...

I've looked in the GCR but did not delve too deep to see if this question is addressed... Can a component serve two purposes and be compliant? Specifically, the IT rules allow for an engine stay-rod. The rule set also allows for a single suspension re-inforcement, e.g., a strut bar linking the...

Has any one used the Englishtown Raceway road course for testing? I see they have HPDE offered but could not find any reference to open test days. Anyone know of the noise limit? Thanks. Bill Umstead

According to the NESCCA website, the June 24 Driver's School and June 25 Regional have been cancelled. The race is replacement date is the Memorial weekend event. There is no mention of the driver's school. I believe that is also the John Stimm Memorial race by Mo-Hud. Can anyone shed light on...

I am headed to NHIS in April for the first time. Any suggestions for lodging near NHIS? My wife is coming so it needs to be clean and tidy. The track website lists dozens of hotels and B&Bs, but I have no idea on how local these are to the track. Thanks in advance. Bill Umstead

There has been some excellent discussions on this forum regarding enduro racing from those of you who have participated, especially in the longer events such as Summit Point, Nelsons Ledges and Thunderhill. However, for those of us thinking about entering a true enduro (say longer than 3...

***THIS IS A UNCONFIRMED ANNOUNCEMENT*** On the Historic Racing Group yahoo website it was posted that Pocono Registration opening would be delay by one-hour (new time 7PM) due to a track event on Friday. SCCA would not be able to access the track or stage trailers along the tunnel road before...

I am in White Plains, NY heading to Summit Point this weekend for the first time. Can anyone suggest the "best" route to the track. I prefer less traffic, since I am towing my enclosed trailer. I am considering I-78 to Harrisburg, then Route 15 (PA)south. Also, any suggestions for paddock...

For those of you who race Summit Point with WDCR, see the announcement on the NESCCA website regarding the new requirement for the Medical Carrier on your helmet. For a discussion of the topic, refer to the Prodcar website, www.coloradoscca.org/prodcar Bill Umstead