Silver Sam, SASS #34718L Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 Wayback in the Dark Ages I did some Autocross on my off racing weekends..... And now that I'm officially Retired and looking for some other activities besides CAS and Yardwork I'm too Old & Fat to get back into Motocross..... But Autocross was a lot of Fun. The last time I did an autocross Carter had just been sworn in....... I bet there is a Lot I need to brush up on. So....... anyone here recently into that Sport ?????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirty Dog Doug Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 ran one in a tesla last year. the mall is closed and tesla dealership set it up . we all got to use a Model S with the go fast package not as much fun as when we got to drive out own cars long ago but it was going fast and that is always fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chili Ron Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 Howdy, It has been a good while since I ran one but folks still compete. Just air up your tires and remove every loose item from your car. Study the course and watch the more serious competitors for pointers. I always liked using my own helmet. They might not even allow loaners these days. Maybe give it a try and consider it good if you dont finish last. And torque those lug nuts. Give it a try just for fun. Im sure it would wear me to a frazzle. Best CR dont fergit yer canteen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Sam, SASS #34718L Posted May 26, 2021 Author Share Posted May 26, 2021 A Helmet is one of the things I have questions about, you're right using a Loaner is not a great idea. But the rules say it has to be Snell approved SA2015 or newer.... And that leaves out All of my old Racing Helmets and every Helmet I've looked at in several Motorcycle Shops. I've found some online But they are $$$$$ and I've never gotten a new Helmet without trying several on first. There has got to be a good source somewhere ??? And the only forum I've found online that even mentions Autocross is a Porsche Owners forum .... Anyone know of a good place online to look for answers? You'd think the SCCA would have such a place, but if they do I cant find it................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 10 minutes ago, Silver Sam, SASS #34718L said: A Helmet is one of the things I have questions about, you're right using a Loaner is not a great idea. But the rules say it has to be Snell approved SA2015 or newer.... And that leaves out All of my old Racing Helmets and every Helmet I've looked at in several Motorcycle Shops. I've found some online But they are $$$$$ and I've never gotten a new Helmet without trying several on first. There has got to be a good source somewhere ??? And the only forum I've found online that even mentions Autocross is a Porsche Owners forum .... Anyone know of a good place online to look for answers? You'd think the SCCA would have such a place, but if they do I cant find it................. Check this out then look below: https://www.racinghelmetguide.com/autocross-helmets.html Lookie here: https://www.revzilla.com/snell-m2015-motorcycle-helmets?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Text-Generic-Category-Helmets&utm_id=bing_73174404_1346901765729503_77584437452105_kwd-84181369802759:loc-190_m&utm_term=%2Bsnell %2Bhelmet&msclkid=2f1c7b9c26321aa38b0f1b32fc1a710a and here: https://www.cyclegear.com/motorcycle-helmets?view_all=true&page=1&limit=96&facets[]=3808&is_new=false&is_sale=false&is_made_in_usa=false&is_holiday=false&is_blemished=false&ships_two_day=false&sort=featured&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_id=bing_73271666_1233652254143272_77103396913113_kwd-77103437999577:loc-190_m&utm_campaign=CGD-Text-Generic-National-Category-Helmets&utm_term=%2BSnell %2BHelmets&msclkid=b7852d3a3608128319994d94ec2030f1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Sam, SASS #34718L Posted May 27, 2021 Author Share Posted May 27, 2021 Thanks, I THINK the events here require a Snell A rated helmet, an M Rated wont cut it, And I KNOW they have to be 2015 or newer............ I've have located a Local Autocross Guru ............ he said I could call him tomorrow.... Hopefully I can get my questions answered............ THANKS !!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chili Ron Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Howdy, The Grassroots Motorsports magazine and website might help. Maybe go to one event and ask around, try on some helmets if folks are immunized??? maybe?? Autocross is NOT racing. The helmet rules may be more flexible? Depending on the setup an autocross is probably safer than driving on a big city street.... Maybe dont start jumping into the deep end. Best CR If you have an older helmet in top condition they might allow it once or twice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forty Rod SASS 3935 Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 9 hours ago, Dirty Dog Doug said: ran one in a tesla last year. the mall is closed and tesla dealership set it up . we all got to use a Model S with the go fast package not as much fun as when we got to drive out own cars long ago but it was going fast and that is always fun Does 1968 count as recently? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Actually, in regards to motorcycle racing helmets a helmet older than 7 years is considered too old. I got a lecture over the phone from a snotty punk at Arai when I called about parts for a helmet that I bought in the late 90’s. He explained I would need a new helmet as they wouldn’t sell me parts. I thanked him and then said I would have the Bell Helmet rep call him to thank him for sending my business their way again. That shut him up. And I hung up. I didn’t tell him I was just a bike rider, not a racer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 This was what I was looking for earlier. I am pretty sure you’d want an auto racing helmet, not a motorcycle helmet, correct? https://www.pegasusautoracing.com/group.asp?GroupID=HELMETBELL https://pitstopusa.com/c-1158347-safety-equipment-helmets-bell-helmets.html https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Search?query=bell+helmets&NoRedirect=true&utm_matchtype={match_type}&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=SMI+-+Bell+Helmets+(General)+(Safety)+(NB)&utm_term=%2bbell+%2bracecar+%2bhelmet&utm_content=Full+Selection Apparently there are still some Snell 2015 Bells around. https://bellracing.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Still hand Bill Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 For cars, you want a car helmet, not a motorcycle helmet. The difference is the flammability or lack of it for the lining. Motorcycles don’t worry about it as there is almost no chance of the rider catching on fire. For cars it’s one of the most common ways to be injured. I have heard some of the motorcycle linings can melt under high heat causing burns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Sam, SASS #34718L Posted May 28, 2021 Author Share Posted May 28, 2021 Got ahold of my personal Guru... And got several questions answered also got several informational links and a copy of the Rules. Looks like most every group that runs an Autocross has some different rules though...... Many do accept M rated Helmets, but not all .... They All do accept SA2020 rated ones. And now I have to buy Two of em..... Kalamity Kathy sez since we're using Her Car, she wants to drive too..... This is gettin' expensive!! Oh Yea.... My Guru sez he will let me ride with him on one of his early runs.... He drives one of these........ Thanks All !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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