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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-12-2008, 09:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 385
Posted By Phaetonchix

I meet Bob at Effingham in 2007. Bob Patrella was...

I meet Bob at Effingham in 2007. Bob Patrella was kind enough to make the introduction. What a wonderful guy Bob Johnson was, a real gentleman and Corvette fan. I for one will miss him.

PC
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
06-24-2008, 11:02 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 14,201
Posted By Phaetonchix

Slightly off topic: The 911 and GT2 are not...

Slightly off topic:

The 911 and GT2 are not Boxsters, not even a Boxster S. Porsches yes, Boxsters, no. That's like comparing a Pontiac Solstice to a Corvette and a Z06. All nice cars, but apples...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
06-17-2008, 01:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 549
Posted By Phaetonchix

I thought the ZR1 reveal was at the NAIAS...

I thought the ZR1 reveal was at the NAIAS (Detroit) Auto Show last January.

PC
Forum: Great Lakes
06-02-2008, 02:13 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,251
Posted By Phaetonchix

How did you ever know? ;) After all Corvettes and...

How did you ever know? ;) After all Corvettes and calories go together like...Corvettes and ALMS wins.

PC
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
06-02-2008, 09:33 AM
Replies: 464
Views: 35,661
Posted By Phaetonchix

I was under the impression that the official...

I was under the impression that the official 'Ring test will be in the fall, the current testing was for calibration (suspension, etc.) purposes only.

PC
Forum: Great Lakes
05-29-2008, 10:56 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,251
Posted By Phaetonchix

I can recommend an EXCELLENT local pancake place...

I can recommend an EXCELLENT local pancake place if we want to meet up for breakfast pre-tour.

PC
Forum: Great Lakes
05-28-2008, 01:22 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,251
Posted By Phaetonchix

Thanks for setting up the tour, I'm sure we'll...

Thanks for setting up the tour, I'm sure we'll have a blast. I was lucky enough to attend a dinner at the HC last August during Detroit GP week, I've never been on the official tour. It was great...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-02-2008, 01:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,008
Posted By Phaetonchix

And it's be stated in numerous places that only...

And it's be stated in numerous places that only 10% (aprox. 300) of Chevy dealers will be allocated ZR-1's.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-01-2008, 04:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 753
Posted By Phaetonchix

That car was on display at the C5/C6 Bash. It's...

That car was on display at the C5/C6 Bash. It's the same JSB Accessory car you've seen in the media for months.

I guess you could say NCM was taking delivery.

PC
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-01-2008, 09:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,628
Posted By Phaetonchix

The red caps look like either fast fuel releases...

The red caps look like either fast fuel releases or insertion points for test equipment (emissions, etc.)

Good catch. And I must admit, that the dirtiest C6 I've ever seen.

PC
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
04-11-2008, 09:27 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 7,495
Posted By Phaetonchix

I agree 100%. All the seemingly arbitrary rules...

I agree 100%. All the seemingly arbitrary rules changes, the inconsistent treatment of drivers - it all made it falsely dramatic. And the story line was so chopped up it was hard to follow. Which...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-11-2008, 09:16 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,154
Posted By Phaetonchix

Spotted a yellow ZR1 in traffic last night. He...

Spotted a yellow ZR1 in traffic last night. He was heading eastbound on M-59 between the Proving Grounds and the Tech Center, I was heading westbound. A flash of yellow, some carbon fiber, the...
Forum: National Events
04-08-2008, 09:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 931
Posted By Phaetonchix

I'll be there. I'm riding down with a friend in...

I'll be there. I'm riding down with a friend in her "new-to-her" '70 coupe. I looking forward to meeting CF members, Bobbie Jo (hey Bobbie Jo!) at NCM and Paul Graham in person and maybe, just maybe...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-07-2008, 10:15 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,154
Posted By Phaetonchix

Jason, Hmm, Mound and the M-59 service...

Jason,

Hmm, Mound and the M-59 service drive? I'm by there twice a day going to and from work. Normally all I spot up there are Skunkwerks/Katech cars. ;-)

I was ZR1 spotting this weekend too....
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-04-2008, 09:51 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,678
Posted By Phaetonchix

I hope these directions work for you.It was...

I hope these directions work for you.It was easier to do on my MacBook Pro than my PC.

For Mac users.

1) Download This: http://www.apple.com/downloads/dashboard/webcams/slothcam.html

2) Add...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-03-2008, 11:15 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,678
Posted By Phaetonchix

The weather at the 'Ring has been very overcast...

The weather at the 'Ring has been very overcast the past few days. I've been watching for the ZR1 on the track (desktop widget), but have not spotted it...yet.

PC
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-27-2008, 02:37 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,085
Posted By Phaetonchix

Thanks for posting the link. I better keep my...

Thanks for posting the link. I better keep my eyes peeled. I live halfway between Milford and Warren; you never know what you'll see.

*Hopes it does not snow the next few days*

PC
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-20-2008, 03:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 435
Posted By Phaetonchix

Rain, rain go away...

It looks like rain the next three days in Malaysia. Let's see how no TC/Launch control plays out.

PC
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-12-2008, 09:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,322
Posted By Phaetonchix

Great pictures, Cyber Gray can be tricky to...

Great pictures, Cyber Gray can be tricky to photograph.

PC
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-11-2008, 10:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 432
Posted By Phaetonchix

Wow, thank you for the race fans link. My poor...

Wow, thank you for the race fans link. My poor DVD-R will be working overtime this weekend, with Sebring and the Aussie GP on.

PC
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-07-2008, 10:27 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 7,495
Posted By Phaetonchix

The producer it taking the role of "Bad Cop" way...

The producer it taking the role of "Bad Cop" way too seriously. There's good drama and BS drama for effect. I think we're getting too much of the later. And I'm not liking the editing this season....
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
02-21-2008, 09:44 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 7,495
Posted By Phaetonchix

The cars are the stars

I loved season one of Setup. It was especially exciting since I had seen the post season cars at Pratt & Miller while out there doing a pre-Le Mans 2007 story. It's amazing what you can do with a...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
02-21-2008, 09:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 609
Posted By Phaetonchix

Andy Pilgrim

Andy only one race for Corvette Racing in 2007, at Mosport where the team field three cars, including the Ron Fellows edition White C6.R. His main GM Racing assignment is with Cadillac, though he did...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
02-15-2008, 04:17 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 17,112
Posted By Phaetonchix

When I was at the 'Ring in May of 2006, we had to...

When I was at the 'Ring in May of 2006, we had to wait until after 17:00 to do our laps because Porsche (GT3?) was testing. I did not see the start of their laps, Porsche entered the track from the...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
02-11-2008, 09:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,453
Posted By Phaetonchix

Thanks Adam! I just reposted the same list we're...

Thanks Adam! I just reposted the same list we're running in CQ. I know there will be other non-auto show appearances like the C5/C6 Bash and other special events (and in lots of Corvette lovers...
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