IMSA 2017 Daytona Rolex 24 Potential Entries - Page 7

TF110 · 25 Nov 2016, 21:56 (Ref:3691043)

You can't predict the future. All or none of them could have problems. I know the Mazda had issues last year but for their sake hopefully they fixed them.

MaskedRacer · 26 Nov 2016, 00:09 (Ref:3691053)

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Originally Posted by Dyson Mazda

It will be interesting to see how many of the 11-14 P entries can run 24 hours trouble-free out of the box. If there is a lot of attrition we may be looking at a GTLM victor.

I would love to see that myself but in the year 2017. I just dont see it. I think the Cadillacs will win and I dont even know what they look like yet. If they use more or less the same engine as the Corvette DP, then they will be there.

The Corvette DP was one helluva machine. I'll miss that. The only DP I ever liked. I hope the Caddy wows us when it is revealed.

jimclark · 26 Nov 2016, 02:39 (Ref:3691066)

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Originally Posted by MaskedRacer

I hope the Caddy wows us when it is revealed.

I know, no way but.....I can can dream, can't I?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cadill...ar_LMP_900.jpg

JHamilton · 26 Nov 2016, 04:40 (Ref:3691075)

If we're dreaming, let's use this one:

Accident · 26 Nov 2016, 05:58 (Ref:3691082)

Love that LMP02.

While I don't have my hopes up, I'd love to see the Cadillac DPi in the silver/black paint.

broadrun96 · 26 Nov 2016, 18:05 (Ref:3691195)

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Originally Posted by Accident

Love that LMP02.

While I don't have my hopes up, I'd love to see the Cadillac DPi in the silver/black paint.

I think you could see one in that scheme, think WTR could make that livery work with Konica. Just as easily see the exact livery of last year over the Caddy but Wayne does love racing history and could see that as a great homage to the last Caddy he raced against.

Nick Woodbury · 26 Nov 2016, 19:00 (Ref:3691203)

Add an ACO P2 to the confirmed list!

DragonSpeed Announces their plans to go for the overall in next year's Rolex 24 with Loic Duval, Ben Hanley, Henrik Hedman, and Nicolas Lapierre in an ORECA-07 Gibson!

http://www.dailysportscar.com/2016/1...-24-entry.html

Nick Woodbury · 26 Nov 2016, 19:46 (Ref:3691214)

Sportscar365 Link on the announcement as well.

http://sportscar365.com/imsa/iwsc/dr...ex-24-program/

Lanky Turtle · 26 Nov 2016, 20:17 (Ref:3691228)

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Originally Posted by Nick Woodbury

Add an ACO P2 to the confirmed list!

DragonSpeed Announces their plans to go for the overall in next year's Rolex 24 with Loic Duval, Ben Hanley, Henrik Hedman, and Nicolas Lapierre in an ORECA-07 Gibson!

http://www.dailysportscar.com/2016/1...-24-entry.html

Cool! The P class is looking better and better. Nice to see Loic in the car.

Bcarr6 · 26 Nov 2016, 23:08 (Ref:3691266)

Thats 12 announced entries already right?

(If we ignore the fact that Cadillac haven't technically announced)

Without news yet from Rebellion, SMP, Jagonya Ayam, maybe maybe maybe just maybe a temporary P2 from Penske

Pretty darn good

jimclark · 27 Nov 2016, 01:21 (Ref:3691293)

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Originally Posted by Bcarr6

Without news yet from Rebellion, SMP, Jagonya Ayam, maybe maybe maybe just maybe a temporary P2 from Penske

Based on....?

Anywho, if so, can I keep dreamin' and grandfather a coupla' these?:

Matt · 27 Nov 2016, 01:31 (Ref:3691295)

No, you can't.

jimclark · 27 Nov 2016, 01:53 (Ref:3691298)

Awww, c'mon mannnnnn. It's P2. And heck, it's like me....olllddd... And I don't recollect one ever goin' 24 hours....let 'em try.

edit: Oooopppsss. I'm a liar (well, not, I just didn't remember); they won P2 at Le Mans in '08 and '09.

**skycafe** · 27 Nov 2016, 17:57 (Ref:3691487)

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Originally Posted by jimclark

they won P2 at Le Mans in '08 and '09.

Don't forget also they won Sebring, which while only 12 hours is on a rough old place.

jimclark · 28 Nov 2016, 04:35 (Ref:3691629)

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Originally Posted by skycafe

Don't forget also they won Sebring, which while only 12 hours is on a rough old place.

How can i fergit...I was there. I was erroneously referring to 24 hours, "And I don't recollect one ever goin' 24 hours", as we're talking aboot the Rolex here...

(p.s. - and Sebring is not as rough as it used to be)

Matra-simca · 28 Nov 2016, 17:05 (Ref:3691821)

All

Haven't posted much here lately, for a litany of reasons. But now I'm extremely excited by the potential of hearing at least half a dozen Gibson screamers based on the comments by a couple of recent trackside observers and the video clip of a Ligier JP217 testing at Estoril. It's been a a while since IMSAs had a full time screamer in the prototype ranks, the PLM Rebellion naturally aspirated Toyota notwithstanding.

Initially, when I read that Gibson (formally Zytek) was awarded the P2 engine contract, I was a bit disappointed as I thought the engine might be based on Nissan's existing P2 V-8 architecture, which sounded like a pair of 4 cylinder engines. Instead, Gibson has gone back to their roots, not unlike their old marvelous 3.4 liter, and produced a thoroughbred racing that's got a wonderful soundtrack and should bring many a smile as they make their way around the banking.

jimclark · 28 Nov 2016, 18:45 (Ref:3691851)

I haven't heard the "Gibson" but I'll take your word for it. I will prefer, however, to your "making their way around the banking", their banging gears whilst accelerating and synchronizing while downshifting.

Matra-simca · 28 Nov 2016, 19:11 (Ref:3691855)

Jim

Please don't take my word for it. Just Google: "Ligier JP217 Estoril" and tell me what you think. It's there along with a couple of LMP3s, but it's easy to discern the difference. Granted it's nothing like the glorious BMW LMRs or Jaguar's XJRs of years past, it's just nice to hear something different. And you're quite right, on the overrun, shifting, braking, etc, it's all very lovely to take in all the popping and banging too. I think the Gibson will deliver, just like the old Zyteks

Todd

Nick Woodbury · 28 Nov 2016, 19:22 (Ref:3691857)

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Originally Posted by Matra-simca

Jim

Please don't take my word for it. Just Google: "Ligier JP217 Estoril" and tell me what you think. It's there along with a couple of LMP3s, but it's easy to discern the difference. Granted it's nothing like the glorious BMW LMRs or Jaguar's XJRs of years past, it's just nice to hear something different. And you're quite right, on the overrun, shifting, braking, etc, it's all very lovely to take in all the popping and banging too. I think the Gibson will deliver, just like the old Zyteks

Todd

Be sure to check IMSA's Facebook page video library as they have a number of Ligier-Gibson related videos. One in particular I'd like to note is a cell phone video from the pit lane of the Ligier going through the tri-oval. Boy, does it sound glorious as it reminded me of the Judd V8 and/or V10 engine note.

Also a great video thats lets you get a sense of the note is another IMSA video from the Bus-Stop. https://www.facebook.com/IMSA/videos/1148718245206426/ (Car can be seen at the :52 seconds remaining mark).

jimclark · 28 Nov 2016, 19:23 (Ref:3691858)

"nothing like the glorious BMW LMRs or Jaguar's XJRs"

Bah. Humbug. Give me some CSLs ('75, '76 and Kenper Miller later) doin' it.

hondafan37 · 28 Nov 2016, 19:54 (Ref:3691862)

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Originally Posted by jimclark

"nothing like the glorious BMW LMRs or Jaguar's XJRs"

Bah. Humbug. Give me some CSLs ('75, '76 and Kenper Miller later) doin' it.

You must not forget the Ferrari 333 sp and the rotary mazda. Glorious sounds!!!!!
IMSA need some V12!!!!

Matt · 28 Nov 2016, 19:59 (Ref:3691864)

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Originally Posted by hondafan37

You must not forget the Ferrari 333 sp and the rotary mazda. Glorious sounds!!!!!
IMSA need some V12!!!!

He's ancient, he doesn't care about those.

Nick Woodbury · 28 Nov 2016, 20:20 (Ref:3691865)

I just noticed that the Alegra Motorsports has posted pictures of their recently acquired Porsche 911 GT3 R that they will be taking to the Rolex 24 next year. Add another confirmed GTD entry to the list!

https://www.facebook.com/permalink.p...20366207985711

Lanky Turtle · 29 Nov 2016, 01:11 (Ref:3691929)

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Originally Posted by hondafan37

You must not forget the Ferrari 333 sp and the rotary mazda. Glorious sounds!!!!!
IMSA need some V12!!!!

They do have a V12 with the GT3 Aston Martin! Unfortunately they run the biggest mufflers in the field.

hondafan37 · 29 Nov 2016, 02:09 (Ref:3691933)

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Originally Posted by Lanky Turtle

They do have a V12 with the GT3 Aston Martin! Unfortunately they run the biggest mufflers in the field.

yes, I know the Aston GT3 in GTD, but I was talking about a V12 in DPI.
However it will not happen because they accept the GT3 engines but do not allow the V12. It will even be difficult for Audi or Lamborghini to bring the V10, these are admitted but overweight.
I do not understand why they do not want different types of motors and of course different types of sound, as any power difference is corrected by BOP.
I really liked the battle of Ferrari vs American motors at the WSC time.

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