MK5 Golf GTI
General => Shows, Events and Meets => Topic started by: Shins on January 21, 2010, 05:48:35 pm
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Hi guy's, just popping back on a few of the forums I frequent to ask any hot hatches if they'd like to come along to this event, held by the MLR at Raf Marham on Sunday 14th March! This filled quickly last year so get your details in quick to avoid disappointment!
As I recall there was about 3-4 GTi's that took part last year and did very well too! :happy2:
All info in the thread! :happy2: http://www.lancerregister.com/showthread.php?t=303139
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Probably better posted in the Meets/Events section of the site.
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Would love to of attended again mate, but.... :sad1:
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I will shift it after Robin :happy2:
I think Neil and Ben enjoyed this event last year. :pomppomp:
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Hi guy's, just popping back on a few of the forums I frequent to ask any hot hatches if they'd like to come along to this event, held by the MLR at Raf Marham on Sunday 14th March! This filled quickly last year so get your details in quick to avoid disappointment!
As I recall there was about 3-4 GTi's that took part last year and did very well too! :happy2:
All info in the thread! :happy2: http://www.lancerregister.com/showthread.php?t=303139
Gutted about this one.. Would have loved to do it but im away.. Going off some private testing results, the little GTI would blow away LOTS of those big power Evo's which would be pretty good fun!! :wink:
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Hi guy's, just popping back on a few of the forums I frequent to ask any hot hatches if they'd like to come along to this event, held by the MLR at Raf Marham on Sunday 14th March! This filled quickly last year so get your details in quick to avoid disappointment!
As I recall there was about 3-4 GTi's that took part last year and did very well too! :happy2:
All info in the thread! :happy2: http://www.lancerregister.com/showthread.php?t=303139
Gutted about this one.. Would have loved to do it but im away.. Going off some private testing results, the little GTI would blow away LOTS of those big power Evo's which would be pretty good fun!! :wink:
I'll take your car for you if you like Jonny, just to help out you understand :wink:
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now that to me makes more sense than 1/4 miles, it takes the drivers ability to drive off the line efficiently out of the equation.
shame you cant make that jonny. would have been good to see how she performed
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now that to me makes more sense than 1/4 miles, it takes the drivers ability to drive off the line efficiently out of the equation.
shame you cant make that jonny. would have been good to see how she performed
30 - 130mph is about the best test you can have really.. Thats real world performance.. No BS 0-60 times etc.. They mean nothing!
I still think 1/4 mile times are a very good indication of a cars performance though, but your right, there is more chance of the driver having an impact on the times than a 30 - 130 test..
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I still think 1/4 mile times are a very good indication of a cars performance though, but your right, there is more chance of the driver having an impact on the times than a 30 - 130 test..
tis true, if we had identical cars there would be no way you would be able to keep up with me down the raceway cos of my supreme experience at traffic light gran prixs. :P
its a good point though. I could never match you times at the pod even with your car. Ability and technique are a massive factor
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I hate it that these things are so far from me :(
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I hate it that these things are so far from me :(
same for me, got very tempted last year though
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My car can do 30-130 :evilgrin: might take fookin ages like and the black smoke out the back would look like a small chimney from space :grin:
Would love to come and watch but a bit busy fitting Scotts leveling system fro his xenons, someone take a camcorder and a decent camera cos the forum needs the evidence quality pics to drool over. :popcornsoda:
Darren
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no cameras are allowed as its on an active military base mate :happy2:
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and you have to sign all sorts of forms too........PITA!!!
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and you have to sign all sorts of forms too........PITA!!!
worth it to keep our boys safe imho :innocent:
no-one wants a muppet doing surveillance, or a shady background, or arriving with a nasty surprise :happy2:
makes total sense when you think about it :drinking:
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and you have to sign all sorts of forms too........PITA!!!
Depends who you are :P
wonder if I can get permission from swmbo for this so close to my wedding :laugh:
Carl :happy2:
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Had a great day last year I can still hear that Ferrari F40 I was lucky enough to be behind in the line, I can still see the faces of the Ford Focus boys as well :signLOL:
Think I'm going to be away this year :sad1:
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Yeah, was an awesome day and did pretty well against some of the powerfull Scoobs and Evo's. But there were some VERY quick machines there Jonny and would love to of seen yours perform. But there was stuff there that would even make yours look slow belive it or not.. Cars running 6 seconds etc.. :surprised:
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Yeah, was an awesome day and did pretty well against some of the powerfull Scoobs and Evo's. But there were some VERY quick machines there Jonny and would love to of seen yours perform. But there was stuff there that would even make yours look slow belive it or not.. Cars running 6 seconds etc.. :surprised:
Ohh I can believe it for sure!! Did a run on mine and (obviously this is unofficial) it was sub 11 seconds.. Would do pretty well having looked at the results.. And theres lots more to come! :pomppomp:
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No-one realised yet that this is the same day as Ultimate Dubs show!! :rolleye:
I'd love to go to this, but have already committed to Ultimate Dubs. :smiley:
I doubt if I'd get near the 6 seconds as I think Ben did around 22 seconds last year.
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No-one realised yet that this is the same day as Ultimate Dubs show!! :rolleye:
I'd love to go to this, but have already committed to Ultimate Dubs. :smiley:
I doubt if I'd get near the 6 seconds as I think Ben did around 22 seconds last year.
Er... 21 secs John, come on.. :grin: And that was aginst a 48mph headwind too :surprised:, was not ideal to compare against other days..
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Was a good day and like you said Ben, winds were a bit strong but hoping the Focus will do better this time, especially now the hybrid is fitted!
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Was a good day and like you said Ben, winds were a bit strong but hoping the Focus will do better this time, especially now the hybrid is fitted!
Interesting :evilgrin:
May still be up for coming mate, as I know my old man is wanting to run his car (E60 M5) before he changes it in June. Plus my mate maybe interested in taking his S3 too.
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Awesome day last year, i will be going down again. :driver:
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Well i asked the boss and when i told her it was a 30-130mph day she replied "not a chance i want you stood up at the end of the aisle not sat in a wheelchair or on crutches" :ashamed: :ashamed:
It's 2 weeks before i get married so looks like a no go :sad1: :sad1:
Wonder if can happen to be working there that day :evilgrin: :evilgrin:
Carl :happy2:
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Hi Guys,
Thanks to Shins for posting the 30-130 details here - you're all welcome on Sunday 14th March. Some of you know how the day runs anyway, but for those who don't it's all included in the link. BUT... please pay particular attention to these points;
- ANYONE coming to the event must have been security cleared by the RAF beforehand, so if you're even thinking of coming you must send me your details as listed in the info by 12th February (please send to darin@lancerregister.com). Please don't think you can book this the week before and rock up on the day because you won't get in.
- We are limited to a max of 60 cars, so any spectators must come with someone who is booked to take part in the event and I need their info too of course
- ALL cars need to have a fire extinguisher fitted before they're allowed to run
- ALL cars need to have an accessible towing eye in case they need recovery
Just to clarify a couple of points...
no cameras are allowed as its on an active military base mate :happy2:
Personal photography will be allowed this time, but any video cameras need to be used inside the car as Marham need to minmise the risk of debris on the runway
and you have to sign all sorts of forms too........PITA!!!
You'll need to send me your details for security clearance to get on the base (see above) and just register at the gatehouse when you arrive, but the only form you have to sign is one indemnity the same as you would at a trackday, so it's not too intense! :wink:
And finally - Mechell and I will be out of the country from Sunday 24/1 to Tuesday 2/2, so please call to book either side of these dates. I'll be trying to keep up with email but please be patient if you have any questions! :)
Think that's it from me - look forward to seeing some of you at Marham :happy2:
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F*ck it
if I can get a babysitter sorted for my minime's I think I'm gunna attend this year :evilgrin:
room for a fat fridge?
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Well i asked the boss and when i told her it was a 30-130mph day she replied "not a chance i want you stood up at the end of the aisle not sat in a wheelchair or on crutches" :ashamed: :ashamed:
It's 2 weeks before i get married so looks like a no go :sad1: :sad1:
Wonder if can happen to be working there that day :evilgrin: :evilgrin:Carl :happy2:
your not even married yet carl, tell her your a man and this is what men do.
and tell her if you manage to crash in a straighline you are probably not worth marrying anyway, then i reckon you'll be free to go :P
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Well i asked the boss and when i told her it was a 30-130mph day she replied "not a chance i want you stood up at the end of the aisle not sat in a wheelchair or on crutches" :ashamed: :ashamed:
It's 2 weeks before i get married so looks like a no go :sad1: :sad1:
Wonder if can happen to be working there that day :evilgrin: :evilgrin:Carl :happy2:
your not even married yet carl, tell her your a man and this is what men do.
and tell her if you manage to crash in a straighline you are probably not worth marrying anyway, then i reckon you'll be free to go :P
Do you not fancy it mate?
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must be so cold in the shadow of that thumb :innocent: :grin:
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Had a great day last year I can still hear that Ferrari F40 I was lucky enough to be behind in the line, I can still see the faces of the Ford Focus boys as well :signLOL:
Think I'm going to be away this year :sad1:
A romantic weekend away with MrsM or bettering 25.17 and 139.46 mph, no contest, see you there :happy2:
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must be so cold in the shadow of that thumb :innocent: :grin:
Am the boss in my house as long as i ask my g/f first :wink: :laugh:
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Is there rules on helmets does anyone know?
I know i wont be allowed to wear my optimus prime one :grin:
and the mrs bless her said she wanted a pink one.... then after giving much sarcasasm about wanting a pink helmet :grin: she eventually was allowed to say she wants one in a penelope pitstop stylee
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Sounds gud but Ultimate Dubs is on at the Telford International Centre so will prob be going to that :driver:
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i think most VW's will be at UD, i'm used to swimming upstream though :innocent:
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Now I've tasted the quarter-mile I'm very keen on this 30-130 day :happy2:
Is it ok to join MLR just to do this event?
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haha robins hooked now. we just need to get you on an airfield day and then you'll be addicted
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Now I've tasted the quarter-mile I'm very keen on this 30-130 day :happy2:
Is it ok to join MLR just to do this event?
You don't need to join the MLR to enter this event, come on you lot, you've got competition this year in the shape of a 400BHP Astra VXR and maybe a 415BHP Focus RS MK1! :happy2:
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Hmmmmmmmmm, shall I go :party:
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Is it ok to join MLR just to do this event?
You don't need to join the MLR to enter this event,
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"Price is £95 per car and the event is open to MLR members only"
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x 2 robin,
I tried to pay but said you had to be a member which is £35 for 12 months
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Wait till Shins comes back to you guys and he'll sort you out. I ran last year and didn't have to be a member.
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I'm pretty sure you don't have to be a member as they have put aside this day soley for other marques, I'll get an answer ASAP! :happy2:
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You do not have to be/join the MLR to enter this event on the Sunday! :happy2:
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Thanks for getting back to us :drinking:
Do you know when they'll want paying, please?
And we need fire extinguishers do we?
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Who is going then? I'm up for this if we can get a few of us in attendance.
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Thanks for getting back to us :drinking:
Do you know when they'll want paying, please?
And we need fire extinguishers do we?
yes you do, demon tweeks racing do a nice chrome internally mounted one thats just the right size for the passenger footwell without being too instrusive for passengers quick release clips too :happy2:
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Hmmm, could definitely be up for this - will check diary. :happy2:
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And we need fire extinguishers do we?
yes you do, demon tweeks racing do a nice chrome internally mounted one thats just the right size for the passenger footwell without being too instrusive for passengers quick release clips too :happy2:
....Sounds perfect! Thanks, buddy :drinking:
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I just borrowed my mates small extinguisher last year and had it in the passenger door pocket and that was fine..
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does anyone know of any decent hotels in the area?
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Thanks for getting back to us :drinking:
Do you know when they'll want paying, please?
And we need fire extinguishers do we?
Before the 12th Feb I think, well your details anyway for clearance and yes you need a fire extinguisher! :happy2:
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Given my details to Darin at Lancerregister.
Phone Mechell after 3/2/2010 for payment, details on the site.
It'll be interesting to compare times with last year.
Neil
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Nice one Neil, be good to see ya agin as I'm defo going!
Last BTTT, as all details will need to be in by 12th Feb! :happy2:
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cant get a sitter :sad1:
gutted, 2nd year in a row i'll be missing it :sad1:
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Shame that, any more good powered cars fancy it?
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I can't commit yet, so may miss the 12th deadline.
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I can't commit yet, so may miss the 12th deadline.
Just after might be ok so don't give up, if you get the all clear then phone, what have you got to lose! :happy2:
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I can't commit yet, so may miss the 12th deadline.
Best thing to do is let us have all your details so we can submit them to the RAF in case you CAN attend - and you can call Chell later to pay (assuming there's a place of course! :wink:) If you find you can attend but haven't given us your details, you won't be allowed in anyway!! :sad1:
Cheers
Darin
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Good idea, Darin :happy2:
I know about such security checks as I have been in and out of Lakenheath US Air Base a number of times and stayed on the base as a civilian guest overnight etc.
'Tis late now so I'll deal with it tomorrow.
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I've decided I'm going to give this one a miss - Not enough of us GTI forum guys going to make it worth driving the distance. Might consider it next year.
Thanks for the helpful info :drinking:
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Shame mate, how many are going, 2??? Neil & ?
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Wasn't Dom going too?
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Not sure Ben, pretty sure there's 2 booked!
Last call for this now guy's, details have to be in even if your only thinking about it! :happy2:
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Booked my place for the day. :driver:
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So is that 3 of you then?
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Last chance guy's and gals! :happy2:
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Registered.. :wink: Just not my car.. :sad1:
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Good man Ben not a BM by any chance? :grin: :happy2:
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Booked my place for the day. :driver:
Be good to see you again cohiba :happy2:
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Good man Ben not a BM by any chance? :grin: :happy2:
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Good man Ben not a BM by any chance? :grin: :happy2:
:wink:
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See you boys (whoever is going) tomorrow morning.. :wink:
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Nice to see Neil and Cohiba there today and good to see them flying the VW name high against the competition (Hot Hatches).
http://www.lancerregister.com/mlrsprint/30130results.php?eventid=20100314&last=5
Have to say Cohiba's time and top speed was mighty impressive and was only just under 3 secs slower than my old man's M5.. :surprised:
Just a shame I couldn't of run myself as would of loved to of compared to last year with the weather being spot on..
Will post some pics up later, but here's a quick vid of the old man's M5 hitting the bloody speed limiter :fighting: (which we wasn't 100% had one until today as his last M3 didn't :sad1:)
Bloody shame really as we were looking forward to seeing what the old tank would do..
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Good to see you again Ben, got some video here
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,12732.0.html
Neil