Final driver changes done

Lugnut is in the Z and Torch is in the D. The Z is now 2 laps ahead and running in 58th out of 175 cars. 

The rain has stayed away and we are cleaning the pits getting ready for the checkers. 

2 checkers!

The Z ended up 52 with 285 laps and the D 57th with 282. A great weekend with everything running smooth. 

Final driver changes done

Lugnut is in the Z and Torch is in the D. The Z is now 2 laps ahead and running in 58th out of 175 cars. 

The rain has stayed away and we are cleaning the pits getting ready for the checkers. 

29 seconds

We have been haveing a very clean day. Both cars have just finished their second to last drivers changes and once done they are on the same lap 29 seconds apart. Muddy is in the Z and Queen is in the D with the Z just ahead. Next up well move Lugnut and Torch into the cars and finish the day. 

Weather is overcast, but so far the rain is staying away. 

First driver change

We made it through the first session, although the z needed a warning from the judges after a spin on the first lap out of the pits. Once the track warmed up however, no more incidents. 

The two cars are 1 lap apart with the D in front. We have one more pit scheduled for the Z today as well so that is probably the order they will finish.

Day 2

We are starting out today with a lovely sunrise, but a forecast of rain to sweep in at 3:00. We are excited to at least be starting with sunshine

Muddy managed to burn his hand last night cooking dinner. We may be changing his nick name to lefty as he'll probably be driving one handed today. Other than that, the damage from the day was a repairable and the at are ready to roll. 

We have breakfast burritos on the table and the mood is high for a good day.  Other than not letting muddy cook any more. 

Day 1 done

Lovely evening.

The cars finished 1,2 at the end.  Everyone was all smiles.  Now the triage begins.

The z ran hot the full final stint. The fan was full of junk which has now all been removed and it is working.  The bigger problem is te air intake to the radiator collapsed somewhere during the day.  The welder is coming out and we'll have a new air box shortly. 

The d is getting a new set of brakes then I think we'll call them good. 

10 min to checker

After a wet start, the day has gotten much dryer and the cars have been running quick. We had 1 black flag for a spin, but other than that the drivers have behaved. 

The Z came in hot one stint, with the temp gauge past at the top of the range. We had a leaking hose, and a fan that got stuck with debris. We had to cool it off and we sent muddy out with the instructions to watch the temp and bring it home.

Tow is out in the final stint in the D. The cheap brake bass we bought this morning are almost gone, so his stint was to watch the brakes. Given 10 minutes to go, both have done well. 

Day 1

We were off to a wet and cold start this morning. 

The cars are ready to go and we will try blueberry in the Z and Sparky in the D. With the wet track, the goal is just to keep them on the track and out of trouble. 

The hats have been a great hit and look good in the window of the RV.

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Now finished the first session, everything went smooth, for us. 

The tow truck guys have been busy though, and there was a car that caught fire. After which the fire engine got stuck and needed a tow. 

Second sessions we have Tow and Torch on the track as we move towards lunch. 

Test laps

We haven't had rain in a while but the track is wet and slippery.  Muddy re-earned his moniker and tow is also having issues in the D. 

The Z is running fast and everyone is coming out happy. 

Passed tech

The drive was smooth, setup went too easy and we sat around waiting for tech to open. 

Muddy has often mentions his aspiration is to be like Audi at the real lemans. While everyone is running around, they are calmly washing the cars. 

Well while we were waiting for tech, muddy got his wish. The question was asked, "should we be doing anything". And the answer was no, we were actually done and prepped!  Go Muddy, a real Audi moment. 

Tech was uneventful, except the hair and paint on the cars got a lot more attention than we normally get. Both cars ended up in class A with no laps. 

The only issue we had was Lugnuts license has expired. We have not w sent him off to the DMV. Good thing it is Friday and they are open. 

More in a bit. Lunch time the getting the cars on track for practice. 

Passed tech

The drive was smooth, setup went too easy and we sat around waiting for tech to open. 

Muddy has often mentions his aspiration is to be like Audi at the real lemans. While everyone is running around, they are calmly washing the cars. 

Well while we were waiting for tech, muddy got his wish. The question was asked, "should we be doing anything". And the answer was no, we were actually done and prepped!  Go Muddy, a real Audi moment. 

Tech was uneventful, except the hair and paint on the cars got a lot more attention than we normally get. Both cars ended up in class A with no laps. 

The only issue we had was Lugnuts license has expired. We have not w sent him off to the DMV. Good thing it is Friday and they are open. 

More in a bit. Lunch time the getting the cars on track for practice. 

Passed tech

The drive was smooth, setup went too easy and we sat around waiting for tech to open. 

Muddy has often mentions his aspiration is to be like Audi at the real lemans. While everyone is running around, they are calmly washing the cars. 

Well while we were waiting for tech, muddy got his wish. The question was asked, "should we be doing anything". And the answer was no, we were actually done and prepped!  Go Muddy, a real Audi moment. 

Tech was uneventful, except the hair and paint on the cars got a lot more attention than we normally get. Both cars ended up in class A with no laps. 

The only issue we had was Lugnuts license has expired. We have not w sent him off to the DMV. Good thing it is Friday and they are open. 

More in a bit. Lunch time the getting the cars on track for practice. 

We have landed in Sonoma

We are not the first, but the parking lot will fill.  Here is we have relatively landed. 

Work List Left for Arse-Freeze Alapolooza

Work List for 2014 Arse-Freeze Alapolooza
Electrical Systems			Status
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Power disconnect switch	Done		Done
	2	Dashboard / Gages	Done		Done
	3	Alternator light	Done		Done
	4	Descuzzify wires			Done	Rewire Z
	5	Main power battery hookups	Done		Done
	6	Install Traqmate	Done			D- Install Traqmate
	7	Battery charged	Done
	8	Check charging system	Done		Done
	9	Check ECU error codes			Done
	10	Cooling seat system	N/A		N/A
	11	Start button	Done		Done
	12	Fan switch	Done		Done
	13	Idiot light system			Done	Print Labels
	14	ABS switch
Engine and Driver train
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Engine compress test	Done		Done	Z- D1-185,2-185, 3-185, 4-180
	2	Spark plug	Done		Done
	3	Replace oil filter	Done		Done
	4	Replace engine oil	Done			Check D
	5	Check transmission oil	Done		Done
	6	Check differential oil	Done		Done
	7	Check clutch fluid	Done		Done
	8	Inspect timing belt	Done		Done
	9	Inspect water and alt belt	Done		Done
	10	Check air box	Done		Done
	11	Check and add water to radiator	Done		Done
	12	Check and add water to overflow
	13	Cooling fan	Done		Done
	14	Inspect and replace throttle cable	Done		Done
	15	Oil cooler and lines inspection	Done
	16	Run engine to temperature	Done
	17	Test rear differential	Done		Done
	18	Radiator screen	Done		Done
	19	Shifter bushing	Done
Suspension and Brakes
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Check strut and tighten	Done		Done
	2	Inspection ball joint	Done		Done
	3	Check wheel bearings	Done		Done
	4	Front Sway bar mount	Done		Done
	5	Check rear and front bushing	Done		Done
	6	Check rotors	Done		Done
	7	Check brake pads	Done		Done
	8	Bleed brake lines	Done		Done
	9	Check bias	Done		Done
	10	Alignment
	11	Tires and rims	Done		Done
	12	Check tire pressures
	13	Strut tower support			Done
	14	Brake Cooling
Safety Systems
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Check fire extinguisher	Done		Done
	2	Fire suppression system				Battery install
	3	Check seat	Done		Done
	4	Check back rest	Done		Done
	5	Check seat harness	Done		Done
	6	Check mirrors	Done		Done
	7	Roll bar pad	Done		Done
	8	Check tow hitch				Find Z Tow Hitch
	9	Cover remaining glass	Done		Done
	10	Secure roll cage	Done		Done
	11	Arm restraints / driver net	Done		Done
	12	Fire wall inspection	Done		Done
	13	Battery disconnect outside			Done
	14	Main battery secured	Done		Done
	15	Rear fire wall	Done		Done
	16	Windshield	Done		Done
Chassis
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Wipers	Done		Done
	2	Front skirt	Done		Done
	3	Rear diffuser				Design and install- not
	4	Rear spoiler	Done		Done
	5	Fender repair	Done		Done
	6	Front and rear bumpers	Done		Done
	7	Jack points	Done		Done

Pit and Logistics Systems
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Hotel room confirmation and number of rooms confirmed	Done		Done	5 Room at Ramada
	2	Reserve tow truck			Done	Daws / Need a second
	3	Reserve trailer	Done			Pending Contact from Tarvlyn Toys
	4	RV rental	Done		Done	RV pending rental
	5	T-shirt printing	Done		Done
	6	Team hats and jackets
	7	Menu	Done		Done
	8	Residual value memo to Jay				Pending Response
	9	Check radio harness				Z install and check
	10	Ear buds for radio	Done		Done
	11	Radio	Done		Done	7 Radios
	12	Drivers Schedule
	13	5x5-gallon carboy	Done			Need to setup 5 carboys need gasket
	14	Fuel storage	Done		Done	8x5 gallon
	15	Pump	Done		Done
	16	Spare parts	Done		Done
	17	Pack for the track
	18	Test drive
	19	Binder				Edit D's  and Z binder
	20	Install seat cooler and test	N/A		N/A
Décor
		Items				Comments
	1	Car number			Done	Need 11x17 label
	2	Team logo	Done		Done
	3	VLE logo	Done		Done
	4	Paint

(Key to colors:

Green	Ready for track
Yellow	Have all parts needed just to inspect and complete
Red	Need parts and/or plan