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Old 10-14-2005, 05:34 PM
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I called today to sign up, but just got the answering machine. I hope to be hearing back from someone soon. I read somewhere that the deadline to sign up is 10/15, but I read somewhere else that you can sign up until 2 weeks before the day of the event. I'm hoping it's the latter, cause it's almost 5:00 and today's the 15th.

After reading the posts, above, it looks like I'm gonna need to change my pads out before the event because they're getting pretty thin. They were at 4 mm when I took the car in for the 30,000 mile service about a month ago. Also, I'm getting pretty close to needing new tires (I still have the original tires on the car) - is this something that I should seriously consider doing before going to the track? Or will I be okay, but will probably need new tires soon after the track day?
Old 10-14-2005, 06:25 PM
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Originally Posted by rwjcp721
I called today to sign up, but just got the answering machine. I hope to be hearing back from someone soon. I read somewhere that the deadline to sign up is 10/15, but I read somewhere else that you can sign up until 2 weeks before the day of the event. I'm hoping it's the latter, cause it's almost 5:00 and today's the 15th.

After reading the posts, above, it looks like I'm gonna need to change my pads out before the event because they're getting pretty thin. They were at 4 mm when I took the car in for the 30,000 mile service about a month ago. Also, I'm getting pretty close to needing new tires (I still have the original tires on the car) - is this something that I should seriously consider doing before going to the track? Or will I be okay, but will probably need new tires soon after the track day?
Yes, the 15th deadline was so the driving school owner could open the event up to other car enthusiasts. Try calling on Wednesday next week and you should be fine. I'll call John right now and tell him to reserve a spot for you...but that's only if you call next Wed. As far as brakes and tires go, change them both before if you have the means to. If not, definitely change the brakes. UPDATE: While writing this I spoke to John and he said he'll be at the track tomorrow and you can call and pay then, or you can call next Wed when Chris is there and pay then...either way. The spots are filling up, though. Guys on my350z and 350zos have claimed their spots already in the last few days. Z club of Texas will also have some members there so this should be a mostly Nissan/Infiniti event. See you there and hopefully I'll see you tomorrow.
Old 10-15-2005, 09:00 AM
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Gents,

Sorry for the confusion with the credit card payment. In the past we have only accepted check by mail. This is something new and it obviously not as polished as I would like it to be. We are trying to add a convince factor for our customers and it is not working on our end very well.

I think Randy put a camera in my shop and when Chris leaves to go pick up a new motor he tells you to call. J/K.

Again sorry for the poor response to phone calls on our end. We will fix it.

I promise you we run a safe and fun driving school.

John
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Old 10-15-2005, 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by ApexDriving
Gents,

Sorry for the confusion with the credit card payment. In the past we have only accepted check by mail. This is something new and it obviously not as polished as I would like it to be. We are trying to add a convince factor for our customers and it is not working on our end very well.

I think Randy put a camera in my shop and when Chris leaves to go pick up a new motor he tells you to call. J/K.

Again sorry for the poor response to phone calls on our end. We will fix it.

I promise you we run a safe and fun driving school.

John
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They run a great driving school! Damn! You found the camera!
Old 10-19-2005, 11:53 PM
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Randy,

I am new to the club but have called Chris at APEX and paid. I am also learning about the website and messaging so bear with me.


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Old 10-19-2005, 11:59 PM
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Okay guys! You've been asking for it and I've got it set up. November 28th (Monday), we have the track for 8 or 9 hours! If you've never been able to open your car up in a safe environment, this is the place to experience what your car can do. Because the event is not timed, your insurance companies should cover it 100% because it's considered a defensive driving class. I'd check for sure, but I also wouldn't worry about it much. It's hard to lose your car on this track, but if you do, there are no walls to hit and only dirt to go off on. The track is a technical track which means it's not 100+mph like Texas Motor Speedway. You'll get up to about 80mph or so, but it has lots of turns, both up hill and down. I've raced this track and I had a blast.

The first part of the day is spent learning your car on the track by following an instructor. They also have you go through some cone exercises (slalom and braking). After we break for lunch the real fun begins. 4-5 open track sessions! In SoCal, I paid upward of $350-$375 for this type of event. It's only $150 for the whole day! G35's and 350z's welcome!
Here's a more detail overview of the days events:

BYOC
Bring your own car!

BYOC allows clubs and individuals to use their cars for driving school at the MotorSport Ranch. Apex grads get out earlier; new students get extra instruction to make the day a safe and educational experience.

Below is the time line for groups on BYOC.

1. 8:30 Arrive and sign in. Groups1 classroom (Miata).
2. 9:00-9:30 Group track drills. GP1
3. 9-9:25 Classroom GP2 (G35)
4. 9:30-10:00 GP2 track drills. GP1 Classroom
5. 10:00-10:30 GP1 Lead Follow GP2 Classroom
6. 10:30-11:00 Drills GP2 Lead follow
7. 10:30-1125 GP1 Lunch/CG-Lock
8. 11:30-12:25 GP2 Lunch/CG-Lock GP1 Track session
9. 12:00-12:25 GP2 Track
10. 12:30-12:55 GP1 Track
11. 1:00-1:25 GP2 Track
12. 1:30-1:55 GP1 Track
13. 2:00-2:25 GP2 Track
14. 2:30-2:55 GP1 Track
15. 3:00-3:25 GP2 Track
16. 3:30- 3:55 GP1 Track
17. 4:00-4:25 GP2 Track
18. 4:30- 4:55 GP2 Track

Each student will be able to do skid pad during any afternoon session. We will take groups of five to the pad.

All cars must be in good operating condition; this is each student’s sole responsibility. Apex will have rental school cars available at an extra cost.
School will run in the rain. There is no refund for rain days.

To pay by CC they can call Speedworks our garage/shop at the track and give Chris Greene their CC number.
Chris will need to know that they are part of the G35 club and the date of Nov 28th when they call.

Speedworks
Chris Greene
817-396-4504

The shop is open Wednesday- Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm. It goes with out saying but no own should leave their CC info on the answering machine.

All students will will need to bring or rent($10) a helmet. All students MUST wear pants/jeans while driving on the track. There are no passengers allowed after the first drill session. Students need to bring drinks, sunscreen, and hats if needed.

Hart Photography will be there taking pictures of the event. Photographers are not allowed on the track to take pics.

The MotorSport Ranch • 9012 Performance Ct., Cresson, TX 76035
(817) 320 - 7165 • www.apexdrivingacademy.com

Sign up! (Copy and Paste entire contents and THEN add your name) Also, email me that you are going. randys_g@yahoo.com

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2. JD_N_DA G RIDE
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Old 10-20-2005, 03:08 AM
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Okay guys! You've been asking for it and I've got it set up. November 28th (Monday), we have the track for 8 or 9 hours! If you've never been able to open your car up in a safe environment, this is the place to experience what your car can do. Because the event is not timed, your insurance companies should cover it 100% because it's considered a defensive driving class. I'd check for sure, but I also wouldn't worry about it much. It's hard to lose your car on this track, but if you do, there are no walls to hit and only dirt to go off on. The track is a technical track which means it's not 100+mph like Texas Motor Speedway. You'll get up to about 80mph or so, but it has lots of turns, both up hill and down. I've raced this track and I had a blast.

The first part of the day is spent learning your car on the track by following an instructor. They also have you go through some cone exercises (slalom and braking). After we break for lunch the real fun begins. 4-5 open track sessions! In SoCal, I paid upward of $350-$375 for this type of event. It's only $150 for the whole day! G35's and 350z's welcome!
Here's a more detail overview of the days events:

BYOC
Bring your own car!

BYOC allows clubs and individuals to use their cars for driving school at the MotorSport Ranch. Apex grads get out earlier; new students get extra instruction to make the day a safe and educational experience.

Below is the time line for groups on BYOC.

1. 8:30 Arrive and sign in. Groups1 classroom (Miata).
2. 9:00-9:30 Group track drills. GP1
3. 9-9:25 Classroom GP2 (G35)
4. 9:30-10:00 GP2 track drills. GP1 Classroom
5. 10:00-10:30 GP1 Lead Follow GP2 Classroom
6. 10:30-11:00 Drills GP2 Lead follow
7. 10:30-1125 GP1 Lunch/CG-Lock
8. 11:30-12:25 GP2 Lunch/CG-Lock GP1 Track session
9. 12:00-12:25 GP2 Track
10. 12:30-12:55 GP1 Track
11. 1:00-1:25 GP2 Track
12. 1:30-1:55 GP1 Track
13. 2:00-2:25 GP2 Track
14. 2:30-2:55 GP1 Track
15. 3:00-3:25 GP2 Track
16. 3:30- 3:55 GP1 Track
17. 4:00-4:25 GP2 Track
18. 4:30- 4:55 GP2 Track

Each student will be able to do skid pad during any afternoon session. We will take groups of five to the pad.

All cars must be in good operating condition; this is each student’s sole responsibility. Apex will have rental school cars available at an extra cost.
School will run in the rain. There is no refund for rain days.

To pay by CC they can call Speedworks our garage/shop at the track and give Chris Greene their CC number.
Chris will need to know that they are part of the G35 club and the date of Nov 28th when they call.

Speedworks
Chris Greene
817-396-4504

The shop is open Wednesday- Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm. It goes with out saying but no own should leave their CC info on the answering machine.

All students will will need to bring or rent($10) a helmet. All students MUST wear pants/jeans while driving on the track. There are no passengers allowed after the first drill session. Students need to bring drinks, sunscreen, and hats if needed.

Hart Photography will be there taking pictures of the event. Photographers are not allowed on the track to take pics.

The MotorSport Ranch • 9012 Performance Ct., Cresson, TX 76035
(817) 320 - 7165 • www.apexdrivingacademy.com

Sign up! (Copy and Paste entire contents and THEN add your name) Also, email me that you are going. randys_g@yahoo.com

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Old 10-20-2005, 12:03 PM
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so far, from this list, only Joe.Parish and firefox have paid for their place on the list...everyone else is going to miss this if they don't pay soon because there are only 4 spots left!
Old 10-20-2005, 11:33 PM
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I went to the 350 club tonight and had three people sign up. The event is now full. I am waiting on some checks to come in.

I will now start a standby list. If you want to be put on that list PM me and I will put you on it.

This will be a great event!!

John
Old 10-24-2005, 12:27 AM
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Old 10-25-2005, 01:55 PM
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well, it looks more like:

1. Randys_G
2. Joe.Parish
3. firefox
4. mrecktid

since those are the G's that paid...there are a few Z's that will be joining us and the rest of the spots will be filled with misc cars. Probably Audi's, Evo's, STI's...see you all there.
Old 10-26-2005, 02:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Randys_G
well, it looks more like:

1. Randys_G
2. Joe.Parish
3. firefox
4. mrecktid

since those are the G's that paid...there are a few Z's that will be joining us and the rest of the spots will be filled with misc cars. Probably Audi's, Evo's, STI's...see you all there.
Sorry guys, I've been out of town so much that I didn't have time to signup. I've called and left a message with Chris. And YES...I'm still taking donations...this happens to fall on my actual bday....


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Old 10-27-2005, 12:33 PM
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Gents I will be checking the paid list this weekend. If I have any open slots I will let Randy know and he can try and fill them.


Looking forward to it!
Old 10-27-2005, 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by ApexDriving
Gents I will be checking the paid list this weekend. If I have any open slots I will let Randy know and he can try and fill them.


Looking forward to it!
Let me know. I've left a message but haven't heard back.
Old 10-28-2005, 06:35 PM
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Originally Posted by JD_AND_DA_G_RIDE
Let me know. I've left a message but haven't heard back.

That must have been the message that I could not hear all that well. Someone is wondering who the guy from Apex is lol.

Please call me and we can get it strait.

John
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