ALMS - Lime Rock 2008 Race Thread. - Page 3

CarolK · 29 Jun 2008, 13:24 (Ref:2239680)

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Originally Posted by chernaudi

I wonder if Audi will run one of their LMS drivers(probably Rocky) at Lime Rock or cut back to one car for that race-McNish says that he plans on being at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Audi Sport's plans not withstanding, of course.

per Goodwood: Allan McNish, former F1 driver and two-time Le Mans winner, will drive his Le Mans winning Audi R10 on Saturday.

so perhaps the second car will be Rockenfeller and Pirro

cmk · 29 Jun 2008, 17:47 (Ref:2239830)

Dindo would be a better sub for Allan because he has driven the R10 at Lime Rock.

Zurbert82 · 29 Jun 2008, 22:27 (Ref:2240078)

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Originally Posted by cmk

Dindo would be a better sub for Allan because he has driven the R10 at Lime Rock.

So has McNish... The only current ALMS Audi driver who hasn't been to Lime Rock in the R10 is Luhr.

Mal · 30 Jun 2008, 06:16 (Ref:2240179)

I can understand McNish wanting to savour his LM victory by attending Goodwood, but its a shame as he has been an absolute star at Lime Rock in recent years - especially in the last race for the R8 (2006?)

cdsvg · 30 Jun 2008, 09:36 (Ref:2240324)

Looks like Capello will be the replacement...Capello/Pirro and Luhr/Werner.

http://www.planetlemans.com/2008/06/...-audi-r10-tdi/

supercarS7 · 30 Jun 2008, 18:32 (Ref:2240678)

The entry list on PLM shows that the BK Mazda is on Kumho tires; is that a typo or did they switch back form the Yokos???

cmk · 30 Jun 2008, 19:38 (Ref:2240743)

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Originally Posted by Zurbert82

So has McNish... The only current ALMS Audi driver who hasn't been to Lime Rock in the R10 is Luhr.

It's hard for Allan to sub for Allan, dude.

As we can now see, I was correct, and I would expect my reasoning was not far from the actual reasoning used.

Zurbert82 · 30 Jun 2008, 21:43 (Ref:2240946)

Now that I look back at my post I must admit its pretty embarassing. I should have just made an excuse like "Oh, I thought you meant Alan Jones"

cmk · 30 Jun 2008, 23:53 (Ref:2241049)

I'm just kidding with ya anyway, it was obvious you misread it!

Would be nice to see McNish/Capello by year's end. Anyone know why McNish would have to be absent for Mid-Ohio as well as LRP, or are we just looking at Audi deciding to stick with Dindo?

CarolK · 1 Jul 2008, 02:48 (Ref:2241079)

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Originally Posted by cmk

I'm just kidding with ya anyway, it was obvious you misread it!

Would be nice to see McNish/Capello by year's end. Anyone know why McNish would have to be absent for Mid-Ohio as well as LRP, or are we just looking at Audi deciding to stick with Dindo?

It makes sense to have Dindo drive at both races since Allan is committed to Goodwood (see my earlier post). Look at the interval between races - it makes more sense logistically to use the same driver(s) and keep him/them in the US for the two weeks. There's plenty of PR work they could due during the interim time. . . afterall, we are only talking about a handful of days between events.

Carol

The Badger · 1 Jul 2008, 09:16 (Ref:2241228)

That transatlantic flight is a real bummer , that would put me off swapping between championships , but I suppose if the rate is good , it counts for a lot too , and first class is a big differance .

I suppose I might get used to that flight if I was getting goodies like Dindo !!! ..... lol ..... Brilliant driver .

monaro_gto · 1 Jul 2008, 16:37 (Ref:2241553)

Does anyone in here go to the race? I might happen to be in the area and was thinking of going. I wanted to check though from reading the website do you have to pack up camp and be out by 1 hour after the race? I find it weird you cant stay the night and head out in the morning.

jasonberkeley · 1 Jul 2008, 16:49 (Ref:2241559)

I won't be making it this year, but have in the past many times. I am fairly certain that you need to be out. Part of the Draconian Skip Barber regime... You might be able to stay if you ponied up your $100,000 to join the "Club at Lime Rock" ;-)

Cypher09 · 1 Jul 2008, 16:57 (Ref:2241567)

I'll be heading up with a few guys and gals from the NYC S2000 owners club.

As far as camping goes you do indeed have to be packed up and on your way out by 7pm race day.

Zurbert82 · 1 Jul 2008, 17:10 (Ref:2241575)

I'll be there Friday and Saturday wearing a purple Colgate hat. Monaro - I highly recommend going. It's a beautiful place to watch a race (wow, that rhymes)

Matt · 1 Jul 2008, 17:11 (Ref:2241576)

I'm going up there, first time in about 10-12 years that I have been there though.

Zurbert82 · 1 Jul 2008, 17:15 (Ref:2241581)

Wow, I can't imagine 10-12 years without Lime Rock for a CT resident. Glad you're going back. It would be interesting to see how much has changed from your perspective, especially with all the work being done this year.

monaro_gto · 1 Jul 2008, 17:25 (Ref:2241586)

I think I will. I have to be in Philly for work that following week so I think I will fly up Thursday. Get a rental and drive to Lime Rock from Philly (I think its about 4 hours). Probably rent a SUV so I dont have to worry about bringing my tent.

Whats the weather like up there at night?

Zurbert82 · 1 Jul 2008, 18:27 (Ref:2241622)

It's colder than the rest of the state since its up in the Berkshire foothills, maybe in the 50's at night when daytime highs are in the 80's

monaro_gto · 1 Jul 2008, 18:37 (Ref:2241632)

cool thanks. Sounds a lot better then Atlanta!

Matt · 1 Jul 2008, 18:53 (Ref:2241644)

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Originally Posted by Zurbert82

Wow, I can't imagine 10-12 years without Lime Rock for a CT resident. Glad you're going back. It would be interesting to see how much has changed from your perspective, especially with all the work being done this year.

Last time I went, I was like, 6 or something. I can tell you what race I went to though, I remember a few cars.

http://www.racingsportscars.com/phot...-27-photo.html

It was that race. I vividly remember the teal/black Riley & Scott, and I also remember that Camaro on the list, as it had crashed right in front of us. Spun backwards down the front stretch, clipped the wall on the outside, and iirc, had a very tiny fire. It was white, with black numbers.

Zurbert82 · 1 Jul 2008, 19:11 (Ref:2241658)

I think I went to the 1994 or 1995 IMSA race when I was 11 or 12. I specifically remember the 333SP's and thought they were the coolest cars I've ever seen. Can't wait for next Friday!

monaro_gto · 1 Jul 2008, 19:26 (Ref:2241670)

that 2nd Riley & Scott looks familiar. this is a few weeks back at the Mitty at Road Atlanta.

http://gagtos.com/public/mitty/breakdown.jpg

CarolK · 1 Jul 2008, 20:54 (Ref:2241773)

We went last year and heading back again a week from Friday. We don't camp so can't provide any info but this year found a hotel closer to LMP instead of driving from the Sheraton at the airport. Beautiful countryside and yes, it does take about 1.5 hours to make the drive from the airport in Hartford even though it's only 45 or so miles. Looking forward to it. . a nice break for us from almost 100 F temps here in Texas.

Carol

The Badger · 1 Jul 2008, 21:07 (Ref:2241787)

Quote:

Originally Posted by monaro_gto

that 2nd Riley & Scott looks familiar. this is a few weeks back at the Mitty at Road Atlanta.

http://gagtos.com/public/mitty/breakdown.jpg

Now , thats a beautiful looking machine ..... sounded the part too !!!

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