TOP END - December 2014 by Finger Lakes Region, SCCA

December 2014

Volume 59, No. 12

The Official Publication of the Finger Lakes Region, Sports Car Club of America.

Solo and Membership Meeting - Tuesday, December 2 The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467

Finger Lakes Region - SCCA Elected Positions

2014 Board of Directors

Regional Executive Charles Tanck .............. (585) 467-4993 175 Eastgate Drive Rochester, NY 14617-4104 re@flr-scca.com Assistant Regional Executive Dave Ciufo .................. (585) 346-5002 6488 Coe Rd. Livonia, NY 14887-9306 assist-re@flr-scca.com Treasurer Elizabeth Thiel ............ (585) 671-9995 Fax (585) 266-0942 753 Klem Rd. Webster, NY 14580 treasurer@flr-scca.com Secretary Marcus Kroll................. (585)563-6206 502 Thornell Rd Pittsford, NY 14534 secretary@flr-scca.com Activities Director Mary Hartman ............. (585) 426-3288 2840 Chili Ave. Rochester, NY 14624-4807 activitiesdirector@flr-scca.com Directors Chris Ciufo................... (585) 322-5713 6488 Coe Rd. Livonia, NY 14887-9306 director3@flr-scca.com Ben Gilmore ................ (315) 521-4538 1996 Stevenson Road Seneca Falls, NY 13148 director1@flr-scca.com Brian Reeves ............... (585) 429-7613 17 Chi Mar Dr Rochester, NY 14624-4055 director2@flr-scca.com Fran McAllister ........... (585) 750-4674 54 Gateway Rd. Rochester, NY 14624-4438 director4@flr-scca.com Past Regional Executive Michael Toombs ............ (585) 328-2617 152 Gillette St. Rochester, NY 14619-2227 mltoombs@netacc.net

Competition Boards Race

Race Board Chris De Minco............ (585) 330-5456 clubracing@flr-scca.com Fran McAllister............ (585) 750-4674 Dave Ciufo................... (585) 346-5002 Peter Kummer.............. (585) 624-2853 Mary Hartman ............ (585) 426-3288 Charlie Tanck ............ (585) 467-4993 “Westward HO!” Race Chairman Lew Giesy.................... (315) 597-9637 westward@flr-scca.com

www.flr-scca.com

“FUN ONE” Race Chairman Chris DeMinco................ (585) 330-5456 funone@flr-scca.com Chief Registrar Marsha Toombs ........... (585) 328-2617 registrar@flr-scca.com Chief, Timing & Scoring Carl F. Dresie ............... (585) 544-6482 ts@flr-scca.com Chief, Flagging and Communication Barbara Lissow............. (585) 773-9712 fc@flr-scca.com Chief, Starter John Flowers................ (607) 546-2369 starter@flr-scca.com Chief, Grid ........................................................TBA Chief, Pitts and Paddock ........................................................TBA Chief, Scrutineering Bruce Perry................... (585) 382-9234 tech@flr-scca.com Chief, Sound Control ........................................................TBA NYSRRC Representative Mary Hartman.............. (585) 426-3288 flrrep@nysrrc.org

Rally

Rally Chair ........................................................TBA Interim RoadRally Chair Tom Langdon............... (315) 524-2260 rally@flr-scca.com RallyCross Chair Tony Zanni.................. (585) 281-2510 rallycross@flr-scca.com

Solo

Solo Board Marcus Kroll.................... (585)563-6206

Shaun Hallam ................ (585) 455-9607

solo_chair@flr-scca.com Jim Hoelscher ...................... (585)576-3357 jhoelsch@rochester.rr.com Mike Stutzman .................... (585)503-8679 stutz@earthling.net Michael Toombs................... (585) 328-2617 mltoombs@netacc.net

Aretta Stillman ...................... (585) 261-0572 amstillman@gmail.com George Modlin ...................... (585) 265-9599 gandemo@gmail.com

Colin Kingsley ................... (914) 980-9326 ckingsley@gmail.com Chief Registrar Shaun Hallam ................ (585) 455-9607 shallam@rochester.rr.com Chief, Safety Steward Brian Reeves .................. (585) 429-7613 bjreeves@rochester.rr.com Chief, Technical Inspection Jim Hoelscher.............. (585) 247-9596 jhoelsch@rochester.rr.com Chief, Novice Program Greg Turner ............. (585) 637-7045 gregturner@frontiernet.net Chief, Junior Driver Program

TOP END

Brad Fish ............. ....(585) 392-5283 bfish117@yahoo.com Chief, Timing & Scoring and Results Colin Kingsley ......... (914) 980-9326 ckingsley@gmail.com

Chief, Sound Control TBA....................................................... Chief, Workers George Modlin ........... (585) 265-9599 gandemo@gmail.com Chief, Waivers Tina Reeves ................ (585)429-7613 solobear@gmail.com

Administrative Positions

Membership Mike Brunner.............. (585) 752-7233 membership@flr-scca.com TOP END Editor Carl Dresie .................. (585) 544-6482 editor@flr-scca.com Merchandise Chris McAllister (585) 872-2530(days) merchandise@flr-scca.com Equipment Chairman Michael Toombs ............ (585) 328-2617 mltoombs@netacc.net Regional Historian Lynn Randall............... (585) 451-5298 historian@flr-scca.com Webmaster William Crowe . webmaster@flr-scca.com Social Media MaryAnne Shults ........ (949) 768-2609 webmaster@flr-scca.com

STPR® Motorsports, LLC

Managers Meridith Croucher........ (315) 331-5354 chairman@stpr.org Lewis Giesy.................. (315) 597-9637 lgiesy@localnet.com Alan Smith ................... (585) 359-4688 rallymaster@stpr.org Treasurer Joyce Bucknam............ (315) 597-5668 treasurer@stpr.org

NEDiv Administrative Positions

Area 10 Director John Walsh .................. (585) 624-9289 jwalsh@scca.com NEDiv Council Chair Mike Toombs ........... (585) 328-2617 re@flr-scca.com NEDiv Executive Steward, Race Earl Hurlbut ..................(585) 219-4891 ehurlbut@rochester.rr.com NEDiv RoadRally Steward Steve McKelvie.............(508) 520-7135 shanna12@comcast.net NEDiv RallyCross Steward Scott Beliveau...............(603) 524-4305 beliveau@aavid.com NEDiv Solo Steward David Newman ........... (610) 433-5690 dn59@verizon.net Additional positions: see http://www.nediv.com/

December 2014

The Official Publication of the

TOP END

Finger Lakes REGION

SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA

Staff TOP END is the official publication of the Finger Lakes Region (FLR), SCCA, and is mailed to all members in good standing and to advertisers. Opinions expressed herein are the sole responsibility of the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the views of FLR. Permission to reprint articles is granted to all SCCA regional publications and its national magazine, SportsCar. Full credit must be given to FLR, TOP END and the author. Non-membership subscription rate: $15.00 per year. Submit subscription orders and address changes to the Circulation Editors. Bulk rate mail is not forwarded by the Post Office when you change your address, even if you file a forwarding request with your Postmaster. Submit materials for publication to the Editor or any of the Editorial Staff. Contact Editor for information regarding submission of classified advertising. Contact the Advertising Editor for commercial advertising. Deadline for submissions to TOP END is the 10th of each month. Typed, printed and electronic files are acceptable. Contact Editor regarding electronic file formats and fonts. All submissions are subject to revisions that may be necessary to meet the requirements for publication.

2014 December

EDITOR/ADVERTISING Carl F. Dresie 119 Brookview Dr. Rochester, NY 14617-3903 (585) 544-6482 e-mail: cfdresie@cs.com FEATURE EDITOR Lynn Randall 15 Diana Dr. Scottsville, NY 14546 (585) 889-1289 e-mail: lynnscca@rochester.rr.com TOP END CIRCULATION Change of Address Notify the SCCA National Office in Topeka and the Membership Chair: Mike Brunner 228 Robert Quigley Dr. Apt-1 Scottsville, NY 14546 (585) 752-7233 e-mail: membership@flr-scca.com And/Or: The EDITOR (see above)

Contents RE’s Report..................................................4 November Membership Meeting .......... 4 - 5 October Board Meeting .............................. 5 Awards Banquet Notice ............................. 6 FLR News .................................................. 7 Membership News ................................ 7 Solo ............................................................ 7 Report .................................................... 7 Race ............................................................ 8 WGI Repave .......................................... 8 Rally..................................................... 8 - 15 Party Flyer.............................................. 8 Rally Meeting Notes ............................. 9 Dice Rallt Report ................................ 10 Autumn Warm Up Repoet ................... 10 Long Way Home Flyer ........................ 11 Ithaca Rally Flyer ................................ 12 Winter Series Intro ....................... 13 - 15 Classified Ads .......................................... 15 Membership Application .......................... 16 Calendar .................................................. 17 Last Pit ..................................................... 18

Cover Photo:. Aretta Stillman (top) and Colin Kingsley being recognized for their extra volunteer efforts in the Solo program 2014. Mike Brunner photos. See back cover for more. More available at: https:// www.dropbox.com/l/

TOP END

Gathering before venturing out in “Autumn Warm Up 2014” rally. Mike Brunner photo. 3

REPort Charlie Tanck Regional Executive

Most of you know by now that the paving project has been approved for Watkins Glen for next year. The project will begin in the boot on July 6th, right after the Majors race. The Glen Region will be able to have the July Sprints but will only be able to use the short course. The track will completely close to racing after the NASCAR race in August so the rest of the paving can take place. Our September date for the Fun One has been cancelled so we will only have one race at WGI in 2015. Finger Lakes Club Racing will also co-sponsor a race with Mahoning Valley Region at Nelsons Ledges on Fathers’ Day weekend. We are currently working out the details for the event. The track has made significant improvements since our 2014 Westward Ho event. 2015 is shaping up to be a year with many challenges for the region. Solo is looking for new sites, Rally Cross has to resolve issues at its only site and Club Racing is looking at a shortened season. I am sure we are up to these challenges and hope for a successful year of competition. Our annual board of directors’ election will take place in December. The region’s awards banquet is the end of January. The NYSRRC series will present region

members their trophies at their banquet. The Rochester auto show takes place in late February. Barb Lissow is looking for cars for our display. This is an opportunity for us to gain new members. We are at the time of year were most of us are getting ready for winter. Cars are put away, upgrades are planned, and parts are ordered as we all get ready for spring to come around. There are a few members who look forward to winter. The winter rally series will start with Alan Smith’s Long Way Home on January 10. These events are meant for the rallyist who enjoys driving snow covered back roads. A few people will be ice racing if weather permits. I wish that both groups have a great season. I’ll be hibernating. We should thank our members who have worked on the various events and committees throughout the year. We see the same faces serving in various rolls at events. Without these volunteers we could not function. We need participation by more members. Keep in mind that you cannot have an event be it Solo, Race or Rally without workers. 2015 also marks the region’s 60th anniversary. Mary Hartman is looking for people who would like to be on a committee to plan the years non- competition events. She is looking for ideas and people who are willing to work to implement them. 2015 will have its challenges but it will also be another great year for the region if we all work to make it so. Stop by the December membership meeting and hear the latest news from the Mini-Con and our site search efforts. Charlie 2014 NEDIV Mini-con The 2014 Mini-con took place on Nov. 14 and 15. The schedule included meet and greets with SCCA officials and presentations. I was able to attend one presentation in the morning but spent most of my time at work sessions to finalize the 2015 NEDIV Club Racing series and schedule. The work group consisted of the R.E.s from the regions that are involved with road racing and the divisional committee. It is usually hard to accomplish much in a room with 16 people but in this case everyone came prepared for the necessary task. The NEDIV race schedule was defined fairly quickly. The Majors series had a very successful first year and will again be an 8 race series. Each event is at a different race track. To be deemed a champion in a race category a

TOP END

participant must have the highest number of points and have completed four weekends at different tracks. The schedule also had to be reviewed to resolve any conflicts. Problems with the 2014 series were discussed. Overall it went very well. There was some confusion relative to requirements to win. The confusion was over whether four races or four weekends were required. (Some events were double regionals were each race was good for one point but both races counted as one weekend) We discussed at length the wording necessary to make this clear. Unfortunately the time necessary for the above work conflicted with the presentation on Club Racing and the roundtable. What I was able attend talked about how time become a very important consideration for people and single day events are preferred. We have had the same discussions at our board meeting and the SCCA did a survey to confirm what we already knew. The presentation I was able to attend was of limited value. The description in the agenda promised more content than was presented. This is just my opinion and probably not universal.

Meeting Minutes Finger Lakes Region, SCCA General Membership Meeting Minutes November 11, 2014 Location: Fireside Grill & Sports Bar, 3939 E Henrietta Rd Henrietta, NY 14467 The meeting was called to order at 8:00 p.m. by Regional Executive Charles Tanck. TREASURER – Elizabeth Thiel The Fun One went very well and generated surplus. ACTIVITIES Soliciting ideas for the region’s 60th anniversary. Soliciting ideas for the Auto Show. The Awards Banquet is Jan. 31 at the River’s Edge. MEMBERSHIP – Mike Brunner We lost sixteen members and gained four – a net loss of twelve. This happens every November.

December 2014

RALLY – Alan Smith Social Rally Sunday the 9th at Tom Wahl’s in Fairport. Rally Party Dec. 13 at Cheap Charlie's. Waste Management Winter Performance Rally on February 21st. SOLO – Marcus Kroll Race America has quoted us between $1,900 to $3,600 for a wired or wireless timing system. The wireless package allows us to design more interesting courses, adds more reliability, and is easier to setup and take down. We need to make sure our display works with the new system – new displays are outrageously expensive. We may not need to update to AXWare 2014, but we would like to add the Live Timing module, We are not willing to replace our current truck with a trailer alone. It is a hassle for us to rent a truck every weekend, and also expensive (~$70 per weekend with tax and insurance, plus have to pay per mile). The trailer idea would only work if we also had a dedicated tow truck, but then we run into the issue of the tow vehicle sitting all winter. Our preference is for a box truck, school bus or tour bus. We want timing equipment before a new truck. Still looking for Chief of Safety and Chief of Waivers. We're working on Street Survival. RACE Considering a joint event with a local Ohio chapter for Nelson Ledges. Watkins Glen schedule is messed up due to paving after NASCAR. NEW BUSINESS People used to wear FLR patches on their race suits. They don't anymore. Adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Marcus Kroll, Secretary

Finger Lakes Region, SCCA Board of Directors Meeting Minutes 2014 December

October 28, 2014 Location: Fireside Grill & Sports Bar, 3939 E Henrietta Rd Henrietta, NY 14467 Officers and directors present: Charlie Tanck, Regional Executive; Elizabeth Thiel, Treasurer; Marcus Kroll, Secretary; Directors: Chris Ciufo, Fran McAllister, Brian Reeves, Others Present: Carl Dresie, Top End Editor Charlie called the meeting to order at 7:37 p.m. TREASURER'S REPORT Everything for the year has been paid, but minor adjustments are needed to the report to reflect last minute expenses. We had a surplus this year thanks to fruitful races. STPR® paid us our share of their 2014 surplus. Races have been profitable due to Chris DeMinco's efforts and personal asks. ACTIVITIES Eighteen people attended the boat ride. People who want to help with next year's activities should call Mary at 247-9838. We're looking for nominations for banquet awards. DEVELOPMENT This year we reviewed competition board obligations, expenditure allowances and reimbursements for conventions - all approved. Marcus will have a revision of the bylaws. RACE The Glen is scheduling for 2015 around their paving. We don't want to run on Labor Day because we already have a July 4th event for 2015 - holiday weekends have low attendance. The potential conflict with the Ferrari club could turn into an opportunity to share and work together. SOLO The picnic was well attended. Marcus still has awards for people who didn't show up. Marcus discussed running events at Pole Position with their owner - she won't run official group events until early next year, so Marcus has been posting karting events on Facebook.

TOP END

Solo is looking for sponsors and sites for 2015 We need timing equipment, but we need a truck. The Board would like the truck issue addressed whereas Solo feels timing equipment is more important. Soloists do not like the concept of a trailer unless the Board also approves the purchase of a tow vehicle, which then gets us back to the problem of having a vehicle that sits all winter. Soloists don't have their own tow vehicles because they drive their competition vehicle to their events. RALLY Party is Dec. 13 at Cheap Charlie’s RallyCross lost Perry's Park and needs to put in a permit application. Marcus suggested checking out Spencer Speedway's "Mud Run" location. The Nov. 9 Social Rally is intended to introduce people to the sport. Waste Management Winter STPR® Rally is Feb. 21. RACE Nelson Ledges management has been difficult to work with for planning Westward Ho. We are considering coordinating with a local Ohio region. Discussions regarding a separate "sub-account" for races, especially if we coordinate with other regions. Meeting adjourned 9:11 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Marcus Kroll, Secretary

PROVIDING THE RACING COMMUNITY WITH INSURANCE AND DISABILITY INCOME FOR OVER 40 YEARS.

2014 Annual Awards Banquet

Saturday January 31, 2015

The River’s Edge

Directions:

31 Paul Road @ Scottsville Road Rochester, New York 14624 ph. (585) 766-1435

Cocktails at 6:00 p.m. Registration, Open bar*, Hors d’oeuvres**

The River’s Edge Party House is located at the south end of the Greater Rochester International Airport. o Take Exit 17 / Scottsville Road off of I-390 o Turn toward Scottsville (away from downtown) o Travel 1.5 miles to the light at Paul Road o Turn right on Paul and then the first left into the parking lot.

*Beer, wine, soda - Cash bar for mixed drinks ** Cheese, crackers, assorted vegatables and dips

Dinner & Cash Bar at 7:00 p.m. Buffet Menu to be set later.

Following dinner: Presentation of awards Handicapped accessible entrance and parking off Paul Rd..

PLEASE R.S.V.P by January 25, 2015 Mary Hartman, ph. (585) 426-3288 e-mail: MKHartman@Genesee.edu or activitiesdirector@flr-scca.com Name(s)

Number of Adults _____ x $25 = $_______ Number of Children ____ x $12 = $_______ Total enclosed 6

$_______

Checks payable to “Finger Lakes Region, SCCA” At the door or mail to:

Finger Lakes Banquet 2840 Chili Ave. Rochester, NY 14624

TOP END

December 2014

FLR News Membership News and Information Welcome to the Finger Lakes Region, SCCA Kevin J VanValkenburgh Regular Pro and Club racing Web Site

Address changes

William John Bowman 673 California Rd Westfield, PA 16950-8811 Gene Dinkel 170 Bluhm Rd Fairport, NY 14450-9513 William D Spedding 49 Haven Dr Franklin, NC 28734

Don't forget to renew

Solo

Marcus Kroll and Shaun Hallam Solo Co-Chairs

SOLO REPORT

While the year is just over, we haven't stopped working. We've been tirelessly searching for new sites and new sponsors for next year. If anyone knows someone who would be interested in sponsoring our program, the basic sponsor level starts at $250 and includes an ad in Top End, their logo on our shirts, and a mention at each event. We're also looking for a main sponsor to re-wrap the van. We'd also like people willing to sponsor events - if they pay for their customers to attend, we'll dedicate the entire event to them. We tentatively have a Corvette day and a Volkswagen/ Audi day planned next year.

We're still looking for new sites. Spencer Speedway has agreed to host at least one and potentially two events next year. Xerox has agreed (after relentless pressure from yours truly) to host a Street Survival school next year. If this goes well, we hope to work them over for an actual event in the future. Sponsors for this event are always welcome - think repair shops and insurance agencies. Finally, there are several regional airports that have the room to host an event with some creative course setup. If anyone has contacts to Geneva, LeRoy, or Batavia we would love to talk to someone from those sites.

Donald Adams John Cornell Walker Coughlin Tobias Dallas John E Richardson Aidan Sawyer Jeff Smith Todd & Wyatt Smith Colin Staub John Tranello Jill, Caris & Connor Trippe Timothy Young Ken Barlow & Family Kent A. Lewis, Jr. & Family David P. Prior Nicholas Ryan & Jaclyn Pytlarz Sam Dragos Sharon S. Hogan David Krieger Barbara Lissow Tom Weaver

2014 December

TOP END

Race Chris De Minco Competition Board Chair

Watkins Glen International Set to Repave in 2015 WATKINS GLEN, NY (November 5, 2014) – Watkins Glen International President Michael Printup announced Wednesday that the historic track will conduct a repaving project in the summer of 2015. It is the first time the track will be repaved since 1998. The repave will begin with “The Boot” in July (after the SCCA Majors, Ed.), followed by the short course immediately following the Cheez-It™ 355 at The Glen NASCAR Sprint Cup Series weekend in August. The repave is slated for completion in advance of the 2016 race season. “This is a significant project

for Watkins Glen International, our competitors, fans and track rental customers,” Printup stated. “The repave is a tremendous undertaking and next summer is the right time to begin this historic project and prepare The Glen for the future.”Further details and project specifics will be released at a later date. As a result of the repave, the Glenora Wine Cellars U.S. Vintage Grand Prix presented by Welliver will take place July 24-26. Fans will be able to witness the project from the Fans R1st Viewing Area in the Argetsinger Grandstand. That area will continue to be free and open to the public through the end of October. Fans will also be able to follow the progress of the project via Facebook, Twitter and www.TheGlen.com.

2014 FLR Rally Christmas Party! Date: Saturday, December 13 Where: Cheap Charlie’s in Bloomfield Cocktails at 6PM Social hour with cheese and crackers, cash bar Dinner at 7PM Visit from Santa after dinner Entree choices: 12oz Prime Rib Chicken & Shrimp Scampi Chicken Parmesan Veal Parmesan Salad, Baked Potato, Vegetable, Bread, Coffee, and Mexican Sundae included. Cost: TBD, but expected to be $25/person (tax and tip included) RSVP to Alan Smith by Saturday, 12/6/12, at asmith2357@aol.com or leave message at 585-359-4688

TOP END

December 2014

Rally Tom Langdon Interim Rally Chair

Rally Meeting Notes

November 11, 2014 96 Church Street, Victor, NY These notes are grouped by subject and are not in chronological order. The following eight RoadRally and RallyCross enthusiasts were present; Rick Barnes, Carl Dresie, Ben Gilmore, Jerry Kerwin, Tom Langdon, Alan Smith, Kurt Thiel and Tony Zanni. General Rally The Rally Party is scheduled for Dec. 13 at Cheap Charlie’s in Bloomfield. Cocktails at 6, dinner at 7 and Santa should show up about 8. Alan is taking reservations. More details will be printed in the December issue of Top End. Corn in a cup is a requirement. RallyCross There is no new information about the status of Perry’s Park. The correspondence does not include a code that we are violating. The winter RallyCross events may need to be moved to other sites. Several alternate sites were suggested and discussed. Dual events with Central New York Region is also a possibility. Summer and Fall Social Rallies Lynn Randall’s, “It’s a Dice Rally” run on Oct. 19, had nine teams start at Colby’s restaurant and ending at CB Craft Brewers. A report will be printed in the December issue of Top End. The “Autumn Warm Up” fall social and training rally, Rick as rallymaster, had eleven teams enter. Results and a report will be printed in the December issue of Top End. Waste Management Winter Rally The rally will happen on Feb. 21. Details are in the works. Committee meetings have been scheduled. Winter Rally Series Tony is creating a series flyer. The generals have been updated by Tom and will be sent out for printing. How LED light bars are to be classified in the “two auxiliary lights” portion of the general instruction was discussed. Two concerns are the impact on checkpoint visibility and on illuminating houses along the rally route. Have LED lights been addressed by SCCA? Sanction applications have been sent for Alan Smith’s Jan. 10 rally and for the Jan. 24 rally with John Kastenhuber as rallymaster. Sanction requests for the remaining events are in the works. Jeff Coppola is well on the way to writing “Lost in a Wintry Wood.” Jamie Hayslip with Gretchen Kriesen, Kurt and Rick have been identified as rallymasters for the rest of the six event series.

2014 December

Tony has updated the trophy artwork for the series. Miscellaneous Discussions Attempting to cross a ditch on the “over plow” can sometimes result in wet feet and pants legs. A paint gun could be used to mark a checkpoint site without crossing the ditch. The ability to aim a paint gun is critical. Ben reported (firsthand experience) that when driven on the Autobahn, a Nissan GT-R will go through a tank of gas in four hours. Cost for the high octane gas was $134. The mpg calculated out to be 4.5 and the average speed was well into three figures. Note that use of a lower octane rating gas can result in a trip back to the dealership. Subaru is coming out with a Sti version of the Forester. A number of Sti conversions were mentioned. Tall Pines is set up to provide several good spectating possibilities. Zip ties are handy to have when putting trim pieces back onto a car (after an excursion into a snowy field). Hockey can work as an alternate to “mechanicing” for breaking a pinky. Alan reported the results of Andy’s test showing 1100 licks to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop. Several personal characterizations and other comments are not reported in an effort to avoid any lawsuits. Various off road and/or off wheels anecdotes replaced the wiener dog and submarine stories.

PORTS

Quality automotive repair All makes and Models • Brakes • Tires Maintenance • Timing belts • Suspension Alignments • After-market Part Installation

Pre-Track Inspections • HPDE Rentals

144 Railroad Street, Rochester, NY 14609 Located next to the public market www.rediimports.com • 585·235·3444

TOP END

‘It’s a Dice Rally’ winds through fall foliage of Finger Lakes

By Lynn Randall, Rallymaster A sunny fall afternoon blessed us for the Finger Lakes Region, SCCA’s “It’s a Dice Rally,” Sunday, Oct. 19. The peak of the colorful foliage greeted us from Rush, New York, to Honeoye Lake and back, finishing at the Craft Brewers in Honeoye Falls. This was a course-following instructional rally, supplemented with tulip diagrams, but the scoring was done with the roll of the dice at six checkpoints, the team with the highest number of points claiming the top spot. As this was a fun, social rally, timing was not a factor, although the drivers were to stay under the posted speed limits. The scores were extremely close, even though some teams made slight errors, proving it was all in the roll of the dice. With a score of 104 points, first place went to Anna Thiel, our youngest driver, with Dan Thiel, her dad as her navigator. Second went to Brett Hodgeman and Tanner Huls, with 103 points. Bob and Diane Swinehart took third place with 102, in spite of a wrong turn leaving the halfway mark. Alex and Tony Lipnicki were next with a score of 100, followed by Shaun/ Karen Hallam, Charlie/Lisa Tanck, Jerry /Jill Trippe, and Fran/Jean McAllister. Nonmembers Gage Buckland and Justin Kraft also competed, placing in the top five. Thanks to the workers who manned the “dice-points:” Mary Hartman, Jerry Kerwin, Mike and Marsha Toombs, Barbara Lissow, Karen Hodgeman, and Carl Dresie. We plan to hold another social rally with this concept in the future, as this is a good opportunity to learn a little bit about rallying while having a good time with friends. Lynn Randall and Mike Brunner, Rallymasters.

Autumn Warm Up 2014

By Rick Barnes, Rallymaster Jumping feet first into a Winter-Series TSD rally is a daunting experience. As much as seasoned veterans try to emphasize that newcomers should focus on course following before being concerned with timing, it still is very much a sink-or-swim proposition. When its dark, the weather is bad, you don’t know where you are and you’re not familiar with what to do, the pressure can really mount. So, to provide an avenue to allow novices to learn this rally business in a convenient, easy-to-swallow form, the rally group held a “training” rally that doubled as a fall social event on Nov. 9. Starting out of Tom Wahl’s Restaurant in Fairport – which was kind enough to tolerate our nonsense over in their side room – the event wound through the countryside and orchards of Webster, Walworth, Ontario and Williamson taking teams to the Pultneyville Deli and back. Though the event was somewhat late for foliage tours, competitor were able to still see a fair amount of color in the trees, not to mention lake views, a nuclear power plant, a trash dump and top it all off with Gifford’s ice cream (from Maine) while on break at the deli. What could make for a better day? While there were no dirt roads, the route

did offer a nice cross section of road types and conditions, giving teams a diverse array of different tulips, speed changes, transits, etc. Six checkpoints in approximately 60 miles kept the time reasonable and the scoring simple. Eleven teams turned up to compete; four classified themselves as actual novices, while the rest were bunched together as Other-ThanNovice (OTN) and used the opportunity to try new things or brush up on technique. Most (if not all) of the novices were new faces, as were several of the OTNs, so the event turnout was positive. The weather was cooperative, and though checkpoint locations kept competitors on their toes, no one got seriously lost (except a checkpoint crew!), and everyone hit all control locations in a reasonable timeframe. Everyone seemed to have a good time, and I even heard a few of the Novices say that they’d be back this winter – and that’s the whole point here. Congratulations go out to Lex Sleeman & Bob Cooper for their win in the Novice class, and to the Smith family (Alan, Amy & Andy) for a first place finish in OTN. Events like this are possible due to the effort and time of volunteers. This event went off without a hitch thanks to Carl Dresie, Tom Langdon, Deb Langdon, Alan Smith, Lynn Randal, Mike Brunner, Angelo Filippone, and thanks to the staffs at Tom Wahl’s Restaurant (Fairport) and at the Pultneyville Deli. We couldn’t have pulled it off without them.

Autumn Warm Up Results Car No. Class 1

OTN

Novice

Leg Score, - is early, 200 max. Place Driver Total Cls O.A. Score Leg 1 Leg 2 Leg 3 Leg 4 Leg 5 Navigaator Marque 11 Alan Smith 2005 Subaru 41 -12 -3 0 -13 1 1 1.5TA Amy Smith Outback Chris Ciufo 2014 Ford 57 -30 -1 3 5 -14 2 2 Steve Shapiro Focus Dan Thiel 102 -6 70 -5 0 -15 2005 Volvo 3 3 Anna Thiel Griff Jones 2006 Subaru 203 63 23 31 36 32 4 4 Christine Haka Baja Shaun Hallam 1998 Subaru 329 -13 200 -19 -6 -51 5 5 Lloyd Murray Impreza Alexander Lipnicki 1986 Porsche 340 -47 33 -80 83 96 6 6 Anthony Lipnicki 944 Turbo Darrien Ohara 2001 Subaru 362 73 10 24 91 40 7 7 John McAneney 2.5 RS Lex Sleeman 2003 Mini 551 -200 -36 -41 -45 200 8 1 Bob Jacobs Cooper S Kris Fletcher 2013 Toyota 698 -200 172 106 200 0 2 9 Elizabeth Stacy Tacoma Wayne Almond 2003 Ford 717 200 200 76 57 133 3 10 Harley Almond Taurus Alexander Grassel 1991 Mercedes 757 16 163 104 200 -179 4 11 Mattleo Sedick 190E

TOP END

December 2014

The Long Way Home ‘15 January 10, 2015

It is once again time to enjoy the winter roads of the Southern Tier with the Finger Lakes Region’s 2015 Winter Rally Series. The first rally of the series consists of approximately 160 competitive miles using mostly unpaved roads in the New York Southern Tier. Entry fees are $35/car for SCCA members, $45/car for guests. There is a 35 car limit, so pre-registration is recommended. Series classes are Equipped, Limited, Stock, and Novice. Snow tires are recommended (all season tires may limit your speed group eligibility), tow rope/strap, and 90 minutes of flares or one DOT triangle are required to compete. Start/Finish location: Wadsworth Grill, 3901 Main Street, Wadsworth, NY (on route 36 South of route 63) Schedule:

Registration Novice school Driver’s Meeting First car starts First car finishes

3:00 to 4:00 PM 3:20 PM 4:00 PM 4:16 PM about 10:30 PM

Contact the rallymaster to pre-register and for answers to questions: Alan Smith, asmith2357@aol.com, (585) 359-4688 2014 December

TOP END

Finger Lakes Region, SCCA

Presents, Event #2 of the 2015 Winter Rally Series

6th Annual Ithaca Winter Rally January 24, 2015

This is a Thomas and Kastenhuber production.

A rally of approximately 190 miles using paved and unpaved roads in the southern parts of West-Central New York. Entry fees are $35/car for SCCA members, $45/car for guests. There is a 35 car limit, so preregistration is recommended. Series classes are Equipped, Limited, Stock and Novice.

The rally starts and ends at Manos Diner, 357 Elmira Rd (Route 13) in Ithaca, NY Schedule:

Registration Novice School Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Meeting First car starts First car finishes

2:00 to 3:30 p.m. 3:15 p.m. 3:40 p.m. 4:01 p.m. 10:45 p.m.

There are several hotels in the area for those wishing to stay overnight after the rally. If you have any questions, contact Rallymaster Gary Thomas @ gary.george.thomas@gmail.com or call (607) 277-0501 12

TOP END

December 2014

An Introduction to the Winter Rally Series - Pt. 3 (Continued from the November Top End, p. 14. Edited from an article by John Simonson)

Checkpoints

What do you do at a checkpoint? You’ll probably see the checkpoint as you come around a corner or up over a hill. Turn off any driving lights and/or high beams, so you won’t vex and irritate the checkpoint crew. The bright lights may cause them to accidentally give you too high a score (just kidding, but do dim your lights). You might correct some deviation from correct time, but you don’t want to speed up too much (it can be dangerous at the checkpoints – watch for other competitors on foot getting their time cards filled out!), and you can’t slow down too much prior to the checkpoint line, or you may be penalized. So don’t worry about adjusting your speed too much until you’ve had more experience. As you cross the line, the driver should be watching for other competitors, both on foot, and in cars. The cars already at the checkpoint may be leaving, so be careful. You need to stop by the side of the road past the checkpoint vehicle. Don’t block other competitors or the road. You should also turn off your headlights, but leave your parking lights on (on many newer cars, you can’t turn off your headlights). The navigator’s job as you cross the checkpoint line is to take care of timing. Note exactly what time you crossed the checkpoint line, and write it down on your legal pad or on the route instructions by the instruction

78 Bennington Drive Rochester, NY 14616 585-621-8200

www.ekstenautoworks.com CLUB RACING AND TRACK EVENT PREPARATION FULL IMPORT MAINTENANCE MACHINE SHOP SERVICES & FABRICATION ENGINE BUILDING AND CUSTOM CYLINDER HEAD WORK DYNOMAX CHASSIS DYNO BY LAND-AND-SEA 10% Off Labor to Club Members

2014 December

last executed.. Be sure you also stop the stopwatch if you’re using one, and record the elapsed time, and note the exact mileage on the odometer. Once safely stopped, the driver should get out, and go back to the checkpoint car with the scorecard. The crew will record your official arrival time, and will give you a new out time. Rallies are like golf in two ways: first, low score wins, and second, every leg (hole) starts with zero points. So don’t worry if you messed up this leg; you’re starting afresh for the next leg (driving fast on leg one won’t make up for being late on leg one – it just gets you more points for being early). The driver will get a checkpoint slip, which contains all the mileages for the leg just completed, plus the amount of time it should have taken each speed class. It also usually has the distance to the next instruction (and which instruction that is), so the navigator can check your elapsed time with the correct elapsed time for that leg, and can calculate how long it should take to get to the next instruction (i.e., the incremental time). Here’s a brief example: Suppose you arrive at a checkpoint at 6:50.10 (that .10 is hundredths of a minute, or 6 seconds, or 6:50:06) and stop your stopwatch. Note the elapsed time from your previous "out-time", and the current time-of-day. Write these down on your legal pad or the route instructions, and let the driver know what your arrival time was. The driver runs back to get the checkpoint slip and timing information. He should be very careful, as other cars may be approaching the checkpoint. Walk on the shoulder, not on the road. When he gets up to the checkpoint car, let the workers know your car number. If you and another car (or cars) arrive at the same or almost the same time, then he should let the workers know where you were in the arrival order. You'll get an arrival time (intime), a checkpoint slip, and a departure time (out-time). Check the in-time (compare to what you had noted in the car, and check the out-time against the current time (we've gotten - by mistake - out-times that just wrong, e.g., an out-time of 9:10 when it is already 9:12 – so we're already 200 points down!) - if the out-time is in the past, or less than a minute (preferably at least 2-3 minutes) in the future, go back to the workers and ask for a more appropriate out-time. Back at the car, the driver tells the navigator the out time (navigator, write that down on the route instructions or your legal pad, and make sure any Time Allowance (TA) you requested has been entered on the scorecard. If not – enter it in the appropriate box), and keeps an eye on the clock. You want to leave about 10-30 cents early (that is 6 - 18 seconds) as it takes time to get up to speed. Also, be careful when you are leaving; other competitors may be arriving. It is not fun to pull out as another car is pulling in. The Laws of Physics are harshly enforced. The navigator should note the out-time on the pad, then should calculate the new incremental time to the next instruction (based on the distance to the next instruction as noted in the checkpoint slip) and add that to the outtime to yield the correct arrival time at that instruction; then he starts adding incremental times (that he pre calculated before the start; the navigator always calculates all the incremental times prior to the start) to that running total for each following instruction; I usually try to stay 3-6 instructions ahead in these calculations - no need to go too far, otherwise you have a lot to erase at the next checkpoint. We’ll expand on this example later. The second leg works much like the first, and so on. Our winter rallies usually have a break about ½ to 2/3 of the way through the event, so the car can get refueled (the break is usually at a gas station/minimart) and the driver and navigator can catch a breather and maybe take care of some of their needs. At the checkpoint prior to the break, you’ll be told (and it will probably be on the checkpoint slip) that all you need do is follow the route instructions to get to the break. You usually have enough time to transit to the break location and have about 20 minutes to tank up, etc. You usually have a “restart” after break. You go to a specific spot (usually the exit from the minimart), zero your odometer, and start following

TOP END

instructions again. Your out-time is like your starting out-time; a fixed time (e.g., 9:30) plus your car number in minutes (if we continue our example of car number 14, the out-time would be 9:44). So if you don’t need a break, all you need do is ensure that you are at the restart location by your out-time. Like starting any new leg, you may (and probably should) leave 10-30 cents early). Make sure you know what your speed should be. The end of the rally is similar to the break; at the last checkpoint, the crew will inform you (as will the checkpoint slip) that this is the last checkpoint, and all you need do is follow route instructions to get to the finish location. On the transit to the break, and the transit to the finish, you need only follow route directives; the timed portion of the rally is over, and you do not need to travel at “rally speeds” nor do you need to worry about pauses. Just drive normally and safely and legally to the end of the transit. Suppose you have the following instructions. This demo doesn’t have the usual odometer check/calibration, so this is pretty much what you’re doing from the OMP (Official Mileage Point) onward. Assume that in this demo rally the OMP is a sign along side the road, and your rally speed will be 36MPH. (NRI == "Numbered Route Instruction"). For this example, assume

you are car number 30. (See Figure 1.) Without the tulip diagrams, these instructions might look like: (See figure 2) Notice that the distances are shown to two decimal places. The rally master measures the rally to three decimal places. But the information you have, and the information used to calculate the official (and hence “correct”) distance and times for scoring are to two places, and importantly, they are truncated, not rounded. So 7.120 and 7.129 both truncate to 7.12. This is important, as you will see small amount of random drifting of your odo around the official distances. So here’s how the pre-calculations look (Time=Distance*60/Velocity+delay; assume 60/36 == 1.667, and 60/25 == 2.4) to get minutes to travel a given distance at a given mph. (See Figure 3.) Now prepare for the first 3-4 instructions, by adding incremental, calculated times to your out-time (in this case, your start time, 8:00; also, remember we’re doing the calculations in hundredths of a minute, not seconds): NRI ............................Time of Day 1 ................................. 8:00.000 2 .................................. 8:00.650

Figure 1.

Figure 2.

NRI

Overall

Incremental Tulip

Comment

0.00

Leave OMP at 7:30 + your car number in minutes.

0.33

1.10

2.30

2.45

0.33

0.15

0.45

3.51

0.71

pause 0.10 (6 secs.) MTS “STOP”

pause 0.20 (12 secs) MTS “STOP” (MTS is “Measured To Sign”) "AREA SPEED LIMIT 30MPH" All cars CAS 25 Begin Free Zone

.... ....

Increment Instruction

0.00

Start - out time is 7:30 plus your car

0.33

pause 0.10, left at

1.10

0.77

2.45

0.15

2.90

0.45

3.51

0.61

3.70

0.09

4.13

0.43

0.10

4.13

0.43

5.01

0.88

5.44

0.43

0.10

5.01

0.88

5.44

0.43

intersection. Measured at stop sign.

left onto side road

pause 0.20, right at T. Measured to stop sign.

"Speed limit 30MPH" CAS 25 Begin Free Zone

"end 30 mph" - CAS rally speed. End Free Zone hard left.

hard right

hard right at crest of hill - blind curve - caution!! left at T

right at T; caution, ravine on left, greasy surface when wet

pause 0.10; left at T, immediate right onto side road

NRI

Incr. Dist Calculation

0.33

0.33 * 1.667 = 0.550 + 0.10 (pause) = 0.650

1.20

1.20 * 1.667 = 2.000 + 0.20 (pause) = 2.20

0.45

!! at crest of hill - blind curve

3.70

number

Figure3.

0.09

1.20

3.60

2.30

8 9

"END 30 MPH" All cars CAS rally speed End Free Zone

So just after NRI 9 (which occurs at 3.70 miles) you encounter a checkpoint. You do your checkpoint thing, and back at the car, you find that your out-time is 8:12 (good, you’ve got sufficient time), your in-time was 8:07.42, and that the checkpoint was at 3.868 miles. Thus it is 0.168 miles, or 0.28 minutes from the previous instruction, so your arrival time should have been 8:06.798 + 0.28, or 8:07.078, so you were 0.34 (34 cents) late. Not too bad. More importantly, the next instruction is at 4.13 miles, and thus the new incremental distance from the checkpoint to the next instruction is 4.13 - 3.868 = 0.262 miles. To get the incremental time to the next instruction, we multiply our incremental distance by our rate (minutes/mile, which is 60/CAS) for the current CAS (36) and add any

NRI Overall

CLARK HILL RD

1.20

2.90

3.60

0.77

.... ....

3 .................................. 8:01.934 4 .................................. 8:04.134 5 .................................. 8:04.384 6 .................................. 8:05.464 7 .................................. 8:06.481 8 .................................. 8:06.631 9 .................................. 8:06.798 10 .................................. 8:07.515 11 .................................. 8:09.982 Complete tables can be found at: http://www. flr-scca.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Winter_ Navigation_22-21.pdf

!! ravine on left, greasy surface when wet

pause 0.10 (6 secs)

0.77 0.15

0.61

0.00

0.77 * 1.667 = 1.284

0.15 * 1.667 = 0.250

0.45 * 2.4 = 1.08 (remember, you are at CAS 25

here)

0.61 * 1.667 = 1.017

0.09

0.09 * 1.667 = 0.150

0.43

0.43 * 1.667 = 0.717

0.43

0.43 * 1.667 = 0.717 + 0.10 (pause) = 0.817

9 X

0.00

0.10 0.88

TOP END

0.10 * 1.667 = 0.167 0.88 * 1.667 = 1.467

December 2014

Classified Ads

pause (or subtract any gain), and so we get 0.262 * 1.667 = 0.437; add that to our out time (8:12) to get 8:12.437 - that’s when we should be taking that “left at T”.

So now

NRI ............................... Time of Day 10 ......................................8:12.437 11 ......................................8:13.904 12 ......................................8:14.721

And those arrival-time values replace any we had previously calculated (which is why you don’t want to get too far ahead; otherwise, you’ve got a lot of erasing to do Lucy...). Now right after that nasty, twisty, uphill section between NRI 11 and 12, you get another checkpoint, at mileage 5.351 (according to the checkpoint slip). You get an out time of 8:17. To calculate the incremental time to the next NRI (which is #12), 5.44 - 5.351 = 0.089; to get the incremental time, multiply by the rate for our current CAS (which is 36mph, so the value we use is 1.667) and get 0.148. But note we have a pause of 0.10 at NRI 12, so we add in the 0.10, and get 0.248. Add that to our out time (8:17) and we should leave NRI 12 at exactly 8:17.248. The navigator should again do the “arrival time” calculations (summing of incremental times) for the next 5-6 NRIs. NRI ..................................Time of Day 12 ........................................8:14.721

Having said all of this, you can also work on Elapsed Time rather than Time-of-Day; i.e., zero a stop watch and then start it running at your out time, and all calculations are relative to that zero value rather than a time-of-day. It is a matter of taste; some teams successfully use time-ofday based calculations, others use zero-based calculations. We started using a stopwatch and zero-based calculations, but switched to time-ofday based calculations once we started competing in limited class, where we had a rally odometer/ clock with a clock that read in thousandths of a minute. If you are using time-of-day, you only need calculate the third column in the above tables. If you are using elapsed time, then you only need calculate the fourth column. Also, once you’ve gotten to the last checkpoint (the workers will let you know that they are the last checkpoint) you just follow the route instructions to get to the end - you do not have to keep “on time” anymore. Just don’t get lost on the way to the end-of-rally meeting place. That’s as embarrassing as crashing or getting lost on the odometer check. (more on special instructions, transits, etc. in future issues of Top End)

2014 December

For Sale: Street/Solo/Track Day Jetta Engine: Blueprinted 0.10 over 2.0l. Eurospec steel rods, JE Pistons, Ported Polished big valve head with high rev valve springs. Performance cam, Headers. BBM Intercooled Stage 3 Supercharger, C2 Software. Matched injectors. billet fuel rail, Fuel pressure gauge. BEGI Variable pressure regulator, High volume, High pressure aux. fuel pump. Comp, Clutch. Lightweight flywheel included. Catch Can. Pacesetter low restriction exhaust. 100 amp alternator. New Optima red battery. Transmission: Volkswagen factory rebuilt 020 with Quaife limited slip. New axles, wheel bearings. Suspension: Voightland Cup kit. Eurosport Adjustable rear sway bar and front bar. Eurosport upper and lower stress bars and rear stress bar. New lower control arms with ball joints, inner and outer tie rod ends. All suspension and steering rack bushings are poly. Rolling Stock: New Dunlop Dizzera's on XXRs, "Rally" tires on separate set of rims all 17". Eurosport Big brake kit and rear disc brake conversion, also big brake. Trim: Custom diamond flake green paint with gold pinstripe. Race seat, Corbeau passenger seat. Custom gauges for temp, oil press, vacuum, boost and A/F mixture. Momo shift knob, custom boot. Sparco steering wheel. Maserati air horns. With it goes all documentation all the spares you want Basket engine, 2 gear boxes, wiring etc. Body panels. Less than 3000K on all mods. Over $30K invested. Reluctantly being sold to finance vintage racing effort. $15,000 obo. Contact Mark Green pitonview@yahoo.com 585-354-0806 (12/14)

For Sale: 2005 Margay Brava 4.4 go-kart with blue printed World Formula engine. Includes a two level rolling kart stand, 16 wheels, mounted rain tires, 4 clutches with gears, about two dozen sprockets for gear ratio changes and tools for mounting tires. Also included are lots of spare parts, including both front axles, steering rods, brake pads, fasteners, racing oil, carburetor, fuel pump, etc. Kart is set up for SCCA Solo in JA with spec tires (won every time last 2 years) and can be used in JB with a restrictor. Have also run it in KM, and even though it’s not using the larger, stickier tires allowed, it still finished 3rd in Modified for 2014. We have only run it in SCCA Solo events so very little time on the engine and no chassis damage. Have other kart parts I’ll throw in and have driver’s suits in 3 (teen age) sizes if you need one. Everything for $2200. Also have an enclosed trailer that carries the kart on the stand, with racks for tires, parts, tools, etc. Trailer is $1000 or the whole package for $3000. Contact Mike Lilley at 585.880.8084. (12/14) For Sale: 2004 Kawasaki Ninja 250R motorcycle for sale. 12,500 miles, blue with short windscreen $1400 or best offer. Call Charlie at 585-4674993. (10/14) For Sale: Ultrashield Racing Shoes and Gloves. Shoes are Mid-Top style in black suede, SFI 3.3/5 certified, size 10, brand new, $55. Gloves are Nomex with padded leather palm and knuckles. Black with white leather, SFI 3.3/1 certified, size Large, brand new, $30. Take both for $75. They were included in a recent purchase and don’t fit me. Email Gary Lippert at glippert26@aol.com for pictures or call for questions 585.732.5154. (7/14)

Free Classified Ads for FLR Members To place a Classified Ad: Contact the editor at cfdresie@cs.com. Ads will run for three issues, or longer if space allows. Be sure to notify the editor if your item has been sold or is otherwise no longer available. “Your ad will also be published on the Finger Lakes Region’s News & Announcements blog at http://news.flr-scca.com under Classifieds.” Classified Ads are free to members, $5.00 per issue for non-members.

Commercial Ad Rates

# of Issues 12 6 3 1 Full Page $500 $275 $150 $100 ½ Page 275 150 80 40 ¼ Page 150 80 45 25 Business Card 75 40 20 10 Contact the editor at cfdresie@cs.com for more info.

TOP END

Membership Application REGION #62

Dear Prospective SCCA Member: To apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America, the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest member participation automotive organization, please complete the form below and return, with payment, to SCCA Membership Department, P. O. Box 299, Topeka, KS 66601-0299. PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE Name _____________________________________ Birth date_________________ E-mail_______________________________________ / / Address___________________________________ Telephone_______________________________________________________________ City_________________________________________ State ________Zip __________________County __________________________ Have you been an SCCA member before?

Yes

IF APPLYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP

Year______________Previous Member # ____________________________

Please list name and age of spouse and children under age 21:

Spouse's Name____________________________________________________Birth date______ / ______ /______ Spouse's Member Number (if current member)________________________________________________________ Name___________________________________________________________Birth date______ / ______ /______ Name___________________________________________________________Birth date______ / ______ /______ Name___________________________________________________________Birth date______ / ______ /______ Name___________________________________________________________Birth date______ / ______ /______

PRIMARY INTEREST IN SCCA:

Please indicate the area(s) of SCCA in which you plan to participate, or which interest you most. Your response will be used to allocate your national dues to the areas you indicate. Thank you. Club Racing

Pro Racing

Rally

Solo

Annual National Dues

Annual Regional Dues

TOTAL DUE

REGULAR MEMBER..........................$65 FAMILY MEMBERSHIP.......................$85 FIRST GEAR (21 & Under) NEW CLUB RACING VOLUNTEER

+ +

REGULAR MEMBER.................$15 FAMILY MEMBERSHIP .............$25

= = = =

$80 $110 $45 $30

Enclosed is my check or Money Order for $____________________ U.S. VISA

Please send me a Crew License

M/C

DO NOT SEND CASH.

No.____________________________________ Exp. Date __________________________

I hereby apply for membership in the Sports Car Club of America, Inc., and its Finger Lakes Region (#62) and agree to abide by the bylaws. Applicant's Signature____________________________________________ Date __________________________ Dues include payment for subscription to SportsCar ($24 value). Dues are not deductible as charitable contribution. 16

TOP END

December 2014

Calendar of events for the Finger Lakes Region 27

November 2014 25

FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors meeting - 7:30 p.m., The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467 (Contact re@flr-scca.com for further information)

December 2014 2

9 13 13 30

FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 7:00 p.m. – The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467 (Contact re@ flr-scca.com for further information) FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 8:00 p.m. – The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467 (Contact re@flr-scca.com for further information) FINGER LAKES Region Rally Meeting, -7:30 p.m., 96 Church St., Victor, Rick Barnes (rbarnes@torsen. com / (585) 967-3762) RallyCross, (FLR) (Pending land use code variance) Rally Party and Awards, Cheap Charlie’s, Bloomfield, NY, Alan Smith, (asmith2357@aol.com / (585) 359-4688) FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors meeting - 7:30 p.m., The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467 (Contact re@flr-scca.com for further information)

February 2015 3

7 14 21 24

FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 7:00 p.m. – The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467 (Contact re@ flr-scca.com for further information) 6 FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 8:00 p.m. – The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467 (Contact re@flr-scca.com for further information) 10 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series, The Long Way Home ‘13, Wadsworth Grill, 3901 Main St., Wadsworth, NY, Contact Alan Smith, (asmith2357@ aol.com / (585) 359-4688 17 RallyCross, (FLR) (Pending land use code variance) 24 Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series, Ithaca Winter Rally, Manos Diner, 357 Elmira Rd (Route 13) in Ithaca, NY, (Contact Gary Thomas @ gary.george. thomas@gmail.com / (607) 277-0501)

FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 7:00 p.m. – The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467 (Contact re@flr-scca.com for further information) FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 8:00 p.m. – The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467 (Contact re@flr-scca.com for further information) Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series RallyCross, (FLR) (Pending land use code variance) Wellsboro Winter Rally FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors meeting - 7:30 p.m., The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467 (Contact re@flr-scca.com for further information) Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series

March 2015 3

January 2015 6

FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors meeting - 7:30 p.m., The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467 (Contact re@flr-scca.com for further information) Finger Lakes Region Awards Banquet, River’s Edge

14 28 31

FINGER LAKES Region SOLO Meeting - 7:00 p.m. – The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467 (Contact re@flr-scca.com for further information) FINGER LAKES Region General Membership Meeting - 8:00 p.m. – The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467 (Contact re@flr-scca.com for further information) Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series Finger Lakes Region Winter Rally Series FINGER LAKES REGION Board of Directors meeting - 7:30 p.m., The Fireside Grill and Sports Bar, 3939 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467 (Contact re@flr-scca.com for further information)

Dates and venues are subject to change. Request 2015 dates from the Activities Director. RallyCross events are subject to field conditions.

Finger Lakes Region Social Media: (Website) www.flr-scca.com, (News/Announcement) news.flr-scca.com, etc. Facebook: www.facebook.com/flrscca - YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/flrscca - Twitter: twitter.com/#!/flrscca Yahoo Groups: Solo - sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/flrsolo/, RoadRally - sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/FingerLakesRally/

2014 December

TOP END

Finger Lakes REGION, SCCA INC.

TOP END

The LAST PIT

From the Solo “End of season” Picnic. Mike Brunner photos: More available at: https://www.dropbox.com/l/C0Fcx43lR3Len6PKW3OYel?text=1

Steve Marshall (left), 1st in Classic American Muscle with Marcus Kroll

Chris Morton (left), 1st in Pro with Marcus Kroll

Treasurer 753 Klem Rd. Webster, NY 14580 TOP END Editorial Staff 119 Brookview Dr. Rochester, NY 14617-3903

Shaun Hallam (left), 1st in Street Touring with Marcus Kroll

Steve Hayward (left), 1st in Modified with Marcus Kroll