Pro IT Race - NJMP - August 14-15, 2010

[dtanthon]

Pro IT Series Round 6 and 7 in conjunction with ARCA

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Sanction Number - 10-R-1236-S

Friday 13 August 2010
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Registration at NJMP Registration Center
6:15 PM - 9:15 PM Technical Inspection in Pro IT paddock

Saturday 14 August 2010
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Registration at NJMP Registration Center
7:15 AM - 9:00 AM Tech Inspection in Pro IT paddock
9:10 AM - 9:55 AM Pro IT Practice by Group
Support Practice / Qualify (Sat)
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM Pro IT Qualifying
ARCA RE/MAX Practice
12:45 PM - 1:35 PM Lunch
ARCA RE/MAX Practice
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM Pro IT Round 6
Support Race (Sat)
ARCA RE/MAX Pole Qualifying

Sunday 15 August 2010
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM Registration at NJMP Registration Center
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM Pro IT Practice by Group
Support Practice (Sun)
10:25 AM - 10:55 AM Pro IT Qualifying
Support Race (Sun)
11:55 AM - 1:00 PM Lunch
ARCA RE/MAX Race
3:50 PM - 4:35 PM Pro IT Round 7

[dtanthon]

Saturday afternoon BBQ after our race?
Say around 4:30 for burgers, dogs and adult beverages?

[dtanthon]

Toyo and more - TreadZone will be providing tire support. Contact Joe Specht at 1-866-208-6551

Hoosier - Northeast Racing (Smarty) has us on his schedule as well. Contact Bob 'Smarty' Smart at 518-622-0329 ext.22.

[tdw6974]

Darrel, not sure where we paddock ((hangar)?? T Weaver maybe that means over on Airport(LOL)

[Terry Hanushek]

Tom


Darrel, not sure where we paddock ((hangar)?? T Weaver maybe that means over on Airport(LOL)

We have not received the paddock layout for the ARCA weekend yet. Last year we had the four pods between the bridge and the Event garage adjacent to the Pit Suites. There is a good possibility that we will be in the same location. We will get the word out as soon as we get the information.

Terry

[dtanthon]

Entry is at 40 cars, last year we had 45. Can we beat last years numbers?

Still waiting on paddock locations, once we get that Terry will get it out to all.

Expect a Saturday after race BBQ over by the AutoTechnic paddock. Pro IT will provide burgers, dogs and beverages. We need to discuss the upcoming 2011 season, time to plan. What worked in 2010, what didn't.....

[Dennis Valet]

Looking forward to this race, lots of track time and it will be fun to watch (listen) to the ARCA cars thunder around the track.

[dtanthon]

Up to 43 cars, going to be a great race.

I'll have the checks for the WGI event at the Saturday BBQ. Terry will have the usual handout that will have the BBQ location, but the BBQ should be by the AutoTechnic rig unless a more central location is found. We may need a few volunteers to help cook.

We are still waiting on the paddock map. Once that arrives Terry will get that out to all.

Tires:
Toyo and more - TreadZone will be providing tire support. Contact Joe Specht at 1-866-208-6551
Hoosier - Northeast Racing (Smarty) will be there as well. Contact Bob 'Smarty' Smart at 518-622-0329 ext.22.

Also, Driving Impressions now has the store at NJMP, make sure you stop by and say hi to Bob. The place looks great Bob! Thanks for all the Pro IT support over the years.

At the BBQ we can discuss the points structure, 2010 schedule, 2011 plans and schedule. This is our series, we make it what it is.

[tdw6974]

Up to 43 cars, going to be a great race.

I'll have the checks for the WGI event at the Saturday BBQ. Terry will have the usual handout that will have the BBQ location, but the BBQ should be by the AutoTechnic rig unless a more central location is found. We may need a few volunteers to help cook.

We are still waiting on the paddock map. Once that arrives Terry will get that out to all.

Tires:
Toyo and more - TreadZone will be providing tire support. Contact Joe Specht at 1-866-208-6551
Hoosier - Northeast Racing (Smarty) will be there as well. Contact Bob 'Smarty' Smart at 518-622-0329 ext.22.

Also, Driving Impressions now has the store at NJMP, make sure you stop by and say hi to Bob. The place looks great Bob! Thanks for all the Pro IT support over the years.

At the BBQ we can discuss the points structure, 2010 schedule, 2011 plans and schedule. This is our series, we make it what it is.
Looking forward to weekend hope we get to run all track time has not been fun at this point!

[Rob43]

Hey guys, does anyone know if we will have an electric hookup
this weekend or do i need to bring my generator.
(i need 30amp/120)

Rob #43 ITR BMW

[Terry Hanushek]

Rob


Hey guys, does anyone know if we will have an electric hookup
this weekend or do i need to bring my generator.
(i need 30amp/120)

The NJMP Sanctioning Body and Series Guidelines at the end of the event supps state that there will be a limited number of 50 amp, 220 volt outlets available but they do not have conversion plugs that work with RVs. I'm not certain if this helps you.

Terry

[robits325is]

Terry is that you driving the bat mobile in your avatar?

[Doc Bro]

Rob



The NJMP Sanctioning Body and Series Guidelines at the end of the event supps state that there will be a limited number of 50 amp, 220 volt outlets available but they do not have conversion plugs that work with RVs. I'm not certain if this helps you.

Terry


Are they reservable? The supps aren't quite clear.

Thanks

[Greg Amy]

Just guessing, but since ARCA is going to be there I expect you Pro IT guys are going to be sucking hind teet. I'd not plan on locations and amenities you've become accustomed to during a typical Club weekend...

GA

[dtanthon]

It should be the same setup we had last year (except no rain!). We should have plenty of room and connections. I don't think you can reserve a specific location.

This year we have ARCA, Pro IT, a Saturday group and a Sunday group. We are second billing. Last year VW was there as well, not this year.

We should have the paddock map today for sure.

See you late Friday. I'll have the WGI checks at the Saturday BBQ.

[Doc Bro]

Thanks DA. Last year was fine; we had plenty of room and plenty of rain! GA it was the second teat up not the hind teat last year....:happy204:

[Terry Hanushek]

Pro IT Round 6 Results
New Jersey Motorsports Park - Thunderbolt

ITR

Robert Nimkoff - 29 laps (overall winner)
Robert Thiele - 29 laps
Robert Breault - 29 laps
Tyler Munroe - 29 laps

ITS

Rob Driscoll - 29 laps
Jeff Henderson - 29 laps
Matt Rooke - 29 laps
John Hainsworth - 29 laps

ITA

Marc Cefalo - 28 laps
Tim Klavna - 28 laps
Christian Chandler - 28 laps
Robert Marx - 27 laps

ITB

Dan Hall - 27 laps
Chris Schmidt - 26 laps

ITC

Val Heun - 25 laps

SM

Dennis Valet - 28 laps
Jonathan Farbman - 28 laps
Zack Skolnick - 28 laps
Charles Veth - 28 laps

Great weather - close, intense racing - and we get to do it again tomorrow!

Terry

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[Terry Hanushek]

Pro IT Round 7 Results
New Jersey Motorsports Park - Thunderbolt

ITR

Robert Nimkoff - 29 laps
Robert Thiele - 29 laps
Tyler Munroe - 29 laps
Fred Fox - 29 laps

ITS

Rob Driscoll - 29 laps (overall winner)
Jeff Henderson - 29 laps
Matt Rooke - 29 laps
John Hainsworth - 29 laps

ITA

Marc Cefalo - 29 laps
Tim Klavna - 28 laps
Christian Chandler - 27 laps
Robert Marx - 26 laps

ITB

Dan Hall - 26 laps
Chris Schmidt - 22 laps

ITC

Val Heun - 24 laps

SM

Ron Jesberger II - 28 laps
Zack Skolnick - 28 laps
Manny Dasilva - 28 laps
Dennis Valet - 28 laps

Overcast with some drizzle (and threats of a major storm) brought out a combination of wet and dry tires

Terry

[benspeed]

Racers in Europe want to hear some detailed race recap! Congrats to the Winners and front runners, particularly Rob Thiele - good to see you up front!

Cherio, hiphip and all that

[Dennis Valet]

The SM race on Sunday was pretty fun - I believe Ron was on dry tires, which ended up being the correct choice. When there was a dry line he was clearly faster, and when the track was damp, he was basically even with the front runners.

Here's my video highlights from the race, select 720p for better quality.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3stcVlzUgLM

[mossaidis]

Some of my photos of the ProIT race... Sorry Tim, your car was blurry... ah cause it was going so fast...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4123/4899333353_6a9a857e44.jpg (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4123/4899333353_6a9a857e44.jpg)
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4142/4899928138_e4113cdf33.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4077/4899927508_e859ee2554.jpg

[mossaidis]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4099/4899926240_faed12fedd.jpg

[mossaidis]

Forgive me since I am posting without getting consent from the involved drivers. Also forgive if I get any of the details incorrect. Correct me and I will edit my post.

During the last 10 min of the ProIT race:
- Theile boots DocBro from behind at the turn before the villas
- DocBro gets launched into the air (I was watching with my mouth open instead of taking the photos)
- I assume Theile can see DocBro's undercarriage as DocBro is skating around the turn on his two left wheels, the right ones are probably 6 feet in the air
- DocBro's rear left wheel becomes a projectile
- The car lands causing impact damage to the rear left quarter panel
- DocBro car continues to spin clockwise
- Front tires and right rear tires now connect with the ground. The momentum coupled with his new traction cause DocBro to go into a slightly more violent clockwise spin
- and then the following three photos were taken:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4094/4899337405_b989c51d1a.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4081/4899931204_7e3169df55.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4138/4899932630_200e134948.jpg

[cchandler]

Certainly a curious course of events. The fact is that the left rear axle snapped. Short of having video from an outside perspective, one may not know if the failure occured before or after the car contact. Just sayin'......:rolleyes:

[Doc Bro]

Certainly a curious course of events. The fact is that the left rear axle snapped. Short of having video from an outside perspective, one may not know if the failure occured before or after the car contact. Just sayin'......:rolleyes:


Yup.....all depends on who ya ask and how much you believe them......or it could be the way it was described by me and the corner worker and the witnesses......just sayin'

R

[mossaidis]

Did someone file a protest? what was the outcome? If not, then we're just blowing hot air here perhaps even splitting hairs as to the timing of events. To that... my point of view was not ideal in determining the course of all the events. Their plane of direction had just passed me as the incident occured and did not actually see the cars make contact though it was clear they were dam close. Based on the location of the flagging station, the corner workers should have been able to clearly determine when contact was made compared to when the axle snapped off. It's clear what Rob believes. What did Theile have to say? Does Theile have video/audio segments that help support or disapprove his beliefs? Was it presented?

[Doc Bro]

Did someone file a protest? what was the outcome? If not, then we're just blowing hot air here perhaps even splitting hairs as to the timing of events. To that... my point of view was not ideal in determining the course of all the events. Their plane of direction had just passed me as the incident occured and did not actually see the cars make contact though it was clear they were dam close. Based on the location of the flagging station, the corner workers should have been able to clearly determine when contact was made compared to when the axle snapped off. It's clear what Rob believes. What did Theile have to say? Does Theile have video/audio segments that help support or disapprove his beliefs? Was it presented?


No protests, no video. Wouldn't have changed a thing. Corner worker said he thought we touched tires and that's what launched the car, the resulting axel break was from the impact of landing on 2 wheels. Don't know I was pretty much an airborn passenger...I frankly don't really care. This season has been a complete dissappointment anyway and I will be VERY selective about my schedule and club moving forward....


R

[Dennis Valet]

Sorry to hear you had a frustrating season Rob, I know that a lot of people in fendered classes seem to be getting fed up with avoidable contact.

[Doc Bro]

Sorry to hear you had a frustrating season Rob, I know that a lot of people in fendered classes seem to be getting fed up with avoidable contact.



Thanks Dennis. It's that plus the Summit Point ordeal, and losing a championship....and a whole bunch of repairs.

Just whining I guess

R

[kjh6576]

Rob, I thought that kind a thing only happens to 2002's LOL Glad to see the damage was semi minimized. It could have easly ended much worse. She could have rolled over or atleast skidded on her side. Definatly a trip to the frame machine. I bet it came down pretty hard after the little flight. I 'll hold a spot in line for you if you would like.

[lateapex911]

So, was this avoidable contact? or just a racing deal?

[dj10]

Thanks Dennis. It's that plus the Summit Point ordeal, and losing a championship....and a whole bunch of repairs.

Just whining I guess

R

Rob, you can thank you lucky stars! That could have been catastrophic. I heard of a guy who broke a left hub in a fast right hand turn @ Robling and his E36 BMW was total scrap, he was ok. I'd really like to see some pics of the axle break but the reality of it is it may have been a fatigue faliure of a part. Those axles are really strong and unless someone hit you directly on a wheel..well even then It would be hard to break one of those axles.
I'm glad things turned out as well as they did for you.

[robits325is]

Thanks to Terry, Darryl and everyone involved with the Pro-IT. Hard to believe the season is over already!. See you in 2011!

[dtanthon]

Thanks Rob and all the other drivers for making 2010 a fun season with a few bumps in the road. Feels funny being done in August.

We will be contacting all Pro IT drivers about what we want to do in 2011 and also about the points system. Things will change in 2011 for the schedule and the points & prize structure.

I'm calculating the season end prize fund and will have that after this weekend. If you owe me a W9 get it to me or I'll use your funds to buy tires for my Mazda.

Thanks again from the JRB, Terry, Bob and myself. We can do it better and we will.

[StephenB]

Will you be doing an open forum or just emails for suggestions? If you are doing a forum should we look here or the Pro-it website? I ran every race until this year when I got discouraged.

Stephen

[dtanthon]

We can do an open forum here as long as we behave. :happy204:

I'll start a new thread.
You can also contact me or Terry directly through this forum or through the www.ProITSeries.com (http://www.ProITSeries.com) site.

With the 2010 Pro IT season over what went well, didn't go well, needs improving for 2011, left alone, etc.....