The future of Corvette - Page 71

Deleted · 12 Jan 2012, 20:08 (Ref:3010878)

I don't really follow GA that much outside Daytona so I can't say too muh about him, but welcome addition nevertheless. However having a rookie paired with still accident-prone Milner could once again mean that they are very much underpowered compared to the #74 line/up (or #64 if we get our regular numbers back)

Coach Ep · 12 Jan 2012, 20:18 (Ref:3010885)

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Originally Posted by FordCosworthPanoz

Good news, this guy along with this brother Ricky are super-fast in Grand Am and have tons of talent. Two of the most talented Young American sports car racers racing today.

Aren´t they South Africans (like their father)?

FordCosworthPanoz · 12 Jan 2012, 20:22 (Ref:3010886)

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Originally Posted by Coach Ep

Aren´t they South Africans (like their father)?

Nope, both Americans and race under the American flag.

ronnie peterson · 12 Jan 2012, 20:36 (Ref:3010892)

Here is the full press release from the team.

http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/artic...rvette-racing/

Garcia, Gavin, Magnussen and Miller confirmed for ALMS. Westbrook and Taylor will both be third drivers for major races like Sebring, Le Mans and PLM.

AndrewF31 · 12 Jan 2012, 20:37 (Ref:3010893)

DSC posts a press release from Corvette with the drivers for 2012. Jordan is the only newbie.

So I'm guessing we will see:

- Garcia + Milner
- Magnussen + Gavin

Enduros:
With Westbrook joining Magnussen and Gavin
Jordan joining the other 2

Or do we foresee a mix-up? The young guns (Garcia not so young but fresher in the Vettes) sounds exciting if not dangerous!

ronnie peterson · 12 Jan 2012, 20:39 (Ref:3010895)

Wasn't Garcia confirmed for a full season effort in Corvette DP ? I believe there are a few clashing dates between Grand-AM and ALMS.

PS: I think that the recent press release also means that they won't be chasing WEC as most of us expected. Doug Fehan said they were looking into it but it seems like they haven't been able to secure the funding afterall.

Speed-King · 12 Jan 2012, 22:12 (Ref:3010925)

Really happy for Jordan! Now if Ricky can get a quality LMP-ride somewhere...

David · 13 Jan 2012, 19:10 (Ref:3011325)

With the final year of the Sixth Generation Corvette and 60th Anniversary coming up in 2013, I sure hope they dump the yellow and return to the good ol' USA white with blue stripes:

AGD · 20 Jan 2012, 20:00 (Ref:3014690)

Corvette Lineups:

#3: Magnussen, Garcia, (Taylor)
#4: Gavin, Milner, (Westbrook)

http://www.americanlemans.com/primary1.php?cat=news|16468

Interesting. I give the edge to the #3 car, but we'll see.

AndrewF31 · 20 Jan 2012, 22:06 (Ref:3014747)

So they split up Gavin and Magnussen to distribute the experience or for some other reason?

AGD · 20 Jan 2012, 22:11 (Ref:3014749)

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Originally Posted by AndrewF31

So they split up Gavin and Magnussen to distribute the experience or for some other reason?

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"As part of our comprehensive review of Corvette Racing, we considered every element of the program, from the chassis and engine to the driver pairings," said GM Racing Director Mark Kent. "Preseason testing and data analysis suggested that a revised driver alignment could improve the team's overall performance. Certainly physical size is a factor in minimizing the time required for driver changes during pit stops, but we also evaluated the drivers' individual styles and their preferences on chassis setups. With these pairings, we can minimize compromises and maximize driver confidence.

"This new alignment also combines experienced and younger drivers," Kent added. "We expect the veteran drivers to mentor the younger drivers, accelerating the process of learning and development."

http://www.americanlemans.com/primary1.php?cat=news|16468

AndrewF31 · 21 Jan 2012, 09:36 (Ref:3014869)

When you think about the mistakes Milner made last year, Gavin would be the better combo for him since he's very disciplined. Jan is too but he's also a 'beast' so Milner could get him fired up into driving like him heheh.

Will be interested to see how those 2 get on.

Deleted · 21 Jan 2012, 10:04 (Ref:3014875)

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Originally Posted by AGD

Corvette Lineups:

#3: Magnussen, Garcia, (Taylor)
#4: Gavin, Milner, (Westbrook)

http://www.americanlemans.com/primary1.php?cat=news|16468

Interesting. I give the edge to the #3 car, but we'll see.

I'm not sure if I like that, I'd rather have one GREAT line-up with Gavin/Magnussen(/Westbrook) than two "pretty good" they are planning to use now.

#3 might have an edge on regular ALMS races but t's gotta be #4 at Le Mans, thanks to Richard

CTD · 21 Jan 2012, 10:29 (Ref:3014888)

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Originally Posted by Chiana

I'm not sure if I like that, I'd rather have one GREAT line-up with Gavin/Magnussen(/Westbrook) than two "pretty good" they are planning to use now.

#3 might have an edge on regular ALMS races but t's gotta be #4 at Le Mans, thanks to Richard

I disagree.
#3 will keep the edge at Le Mans because of Magnussen.
When the morning hours arrive (03-10) and Magnussen gets his second drive, he will set things straight.
Some weird reason, it's the morning hours where Tom and Magnussen does their magic.

Deleted · 21 Jan 2012, 10:39 (Ref:3014891)

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Originally Posted by CTD

I disagree.
#3 will keep the edge at Le Mans because of Magnussen.
When the morning hours arrive (03-10) and Magnussen gets his second drive, he will set things straight.
Some weird reason, it's the morning hours where Tom and Magnussen does their magic.

Yes, Jan's morning effort sure was magical last year

I can agree that Magnussen+Garcia is more stable pair than Gavin+Milner, but Gavin+Westbrook beats Magnussen+Garcia. Both cars now have one so-called weak link, #3 has a rookie and #4 a guy that is still somewhat accident-prone.

CTD · 21 Jan 2012, 10:49 (Ref:3014895)

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Originally Posted by Chiana

Yes, Jan's morning effort sure was magical last year

I can agree that Magnussen+Garcia is more stable pair than Gavin+Milner, but Gavin+Westbrook beats Magnussen+Garcia. Both cars now have one so-called weak link, #3 has a rookie and #4 a guy that is still somewhat accident-prone.

If you think of the crash, well that wasn't Jan's fault, it was a mechanical failure.

Deleted · 21 Jan 2012, 10:58 (Ref:3014900)

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Originally Posted by CTD

If you think of the crash, well that wasn't Jan's fault, it was a mechanical failure.

What? No it wasn't.

He did drive over some curbs but that whole situation was pretty messy.

Simmi · 21 Jan 2012, 11:02 (Ref:3014902)

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Originally Posted by CTD

If you think of the crash, well that wasn't Jan's fault, it was a mechanical failure.

Haha very partisan response. Same type of mechanical failure Davidson had the year before in Porsche Curves maybe?

Victor_RO · 21 Jan 2012, 11:20 (Ref:3014910)

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Originally Posted by Simmi

Haha very partisan response. Same type of mechanical failure Davidson had the year before in Porsche Curves maybe?

Maybe the Corvette mechanics accidentally put on Magnussen's car some suspension parts from Collard's damaged car from 2010...

*ducks*

Accident · 21 Jan 2012, 11:22 (Ref:3014913)

I thought I remembered the DSC twitter account saying that something broke when Jan took the curb hard trying to get a run on the Porsche...?

AndrewF31 · 21 Jan 2012, 13:15 (Ref:3014967)

When Chiana spoke about accident-prone he was talking about #4, aka, Tommy Milner.

I honestly think Oliver will be a much better role model for Tommy now then Olivier.

CTD · 21 Jan 2012, 15:30 (Ref:3015015)

Jan has himself described the crash, as a mechnical failure, when he took it over the grass, As he had no steering controll any longer, and therefor could not avoid the Porsche.

dxk1 · 29 Jan 2012, 23:31 (Ref:3018692)

I love the pairing of Garcia with Magnussen. They will both fly and I believe they will win a few races this coming year.

DK

FstrthnU · 21 Mar 2012, 04:33 (Ref:3045767)

So, 3 months later and we have great performances from all of the Corvettes at Sebring! Milner was absolutely on fire this year, but everyone (including Taylor) did magnificently. It looks like evening out the skill between the cars really helped the overall pace, plus the widebody kits are helping to stabilize the car. It's definitely going to be hot heading into Long Beach.

Pandamasque · 21 Mar 2012, 10:32 (Ref:3045860)

I agree, apart from the very funny pitlane incident Corvette Racing looked very solid.

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