IMSA IMSA : 2019 - Page 23

MaskedRacer · 8 Sep 2018, 23:16 (Ref:3848940)

Extreme Speed for GTD!

broadrun96 · 8 Sep 2018, 23:55 (Ref:3848944)

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Originally Posted by MaskedRacer

Extreme Speed for GTD!

An interesting idea and JVO is supposedly a decent coach so an Am with him could be good but that's a tough class too. But could sell 2 programs with an enduro and sprint program for GTD. And if you believe S365, haven't read much else lately with work, there's a few new GTD programs showing potential and possibly a new car

broadrun96 · 9 Sep 2018, 23:00 (Ref:3849101)

Was thinking earlier, with the late season struggles of WTR with the Caddy could we see them being dropped or leaving the DPi ranks? Would make sense with the added Caddies with JDC-Miller to maintain the previously imposed max. And could see him trying to bid on another factory program and getting the distribution. Just thinking aloud but does seem like a program he'd be in to, after previous reporting, well hinting, about them being interested in a Lamborghini program.

FormulaFox · 9 Sep 2018, 23:52 (Ref:3849114)

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Originally Posted by broadrun96

Was thinking earlier, with the late season struggles of WTR with the Caddy could we see them being dropped or leaving the DPi ranks? Would make sense with the added Caddies with JDC-Miller to maintain the previously imposed max. And could see him trying to bid on another factory program and getting the distribution. Just thinking aloud but does seem like a program he'd be in to, after previous reporting, well hinting, about them being interested in a Lamborghini program.

It's unlikely that WTR would drop Caddy after only a single problematic season. If things went wrong next year I could see it happening, ESPECIALLY if there was a tempting deal with a new manufacturer in the equation.

broadrun96 · 10 Sep 2018, 00:16 (Ref:3849117)

Sounds like an additional or a change in Lexus team for 2019, Racer reporting Vasser-Sullivan in the running for an IMSA program with Lexus. No confirmation regarding additional or replacement but seems like replacement is the leading rumor.

https://racer.com/2018/09/09/vasser-...-imsa-program/

**joeb** · 10 Sep 2018, 02:02 (Ref:3849126)

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Originally Posted by broadrun96

Sounds like an additional or a change in Lexus team for 2019, Racer reporting Vasser-Sullivan in the running for an IMSA program with Lexus. No confirmation regarding additional or replacement but seems like replacement is the leading rumor.

https://racer.com/2018/09/09/vasser-...-imsa-program/

Interesting to see new teams joining gtd from other disciplines. Wonder if they have connections with "silver" talented young open wheelers?

broadrun96 · 10 Sep 2018, 02:38 (Ref:3849131)

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Originally Posted by joeb

Interesting to see new teams joining gtd from other disciplines. Wonder if they have connections with "silver" talented young open wheelers?

Good way to get more money, and track time, for those up and coming open wheelers. Especially with the potential for a sprint program in GTD.

TF110 · 10 Sep 2018, 07:36 (Ref:3849145)

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Originally Posted by broadrun96

Sounds like an additional or a change in Lexus team for 2019, Racer reporting Vasser-Sullivan in the running for an IMSA program with Lexus. No confirmation regarding additional or replacement but seems like replacement is the leading rumor.

https://racer.com/2018/09/09/vasser-...-imsa-program/

The article makes it seem like it's an additional Lexus team not a replacement for 3GT. Either way, I'll be glad to see them on the grid again.

FormulaFox · 10 Sep 2018, 10:18 (Ref:3849160)

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Originally Posted by TF110

The article makes it seem like it's an additional Lexus team not a replacement for 3GT.

"And while no definitive answer has been provided, the Jimmy Vasser- and James “Sulli” Sullivan-owned outfit could either serve as an addition to current Lexus partner 3GT Racing (pictured above), or as a replacement for the Michigan-based squad. Most have positioned the latter scenario as the anticipated outcome." (emphasis added)

You completely missed that part didn't you?

TF110 · 10 Sep 2018, 20:27 (Ref:3849260)

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Originally Posted by FormulaFox

"And while no definitive answer has been provided, the Jimmy Vasser- and James “Sulli” Sullivan-owned outfit could either serve as an addition to current Lexus partner 3GT Racing (pictured above), or as a replacement for the Michigan-based squad. Most have positioned the latter scenario as the anticipated outcome." (emphasis added)

You completely missed that part didn't you?

No I read that, even before it was posted here. I don't know why I worded my post the opposite. I should have said the article makes it seem like a new team instead of it saying not replacing 3gt. I don't mind either scenario as long as the RC F's continue next year. Honestly it seems like 3gt should have been winning a lot more often.

broadrun96 · 11 Sep 2018, 13:22 (Ref:3849383)

If everyone's favorite report to hate has accurate information this time it seems like IMSA may be learning from past mistakes. There may be a reduced "marketing fee" for new GT3 manufacturers entering GTD, possibly leading to a McLaren Sprint campaign? Previous fee was reported to be a million, and definitely an insane cost for what return? His article also I think hints at the Lexus program with a 'new two-car team using GT3 machinery from an existing IMSA manufacturer.

Not listed in the article but think we could see CJ Wilson racing in more events with the Sprint series. And if someone can get Aston to pay up I'm sure Dalla Lana and others may try with the new GT3 for 2019, especially since it may not be ready/homologated for the start of the season. It could be an interesting time, and it could also be a huge dud, the giant promise and zero delivery we've come to almost expect in modern sportscars.

Coach Ep · 11 Sep 2018, 14:25 (Ref:3849399)

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Originally Posted by broadrun96

If everyone's favorite report to hate has accurate information this time it seems like IMSA may be learning from past mistakes. There may be a reduced "marketing fee" for new GT3 manufacturers entering GTD, possibly leading to a McLaren Sprint campaign? Previous fee was reported to be a million, and definitely an insane cost for what return? His article also I think hints at the Lexus program with a 'new two-car team using GT3 machinery from an existing IMSA manufacturer.

Not listed in the article but think we could see CJ Wilson racing in more events with the Sprint series. And if someone can get Aston to pay up I'm sure Dalla Lana and others may try with the new GT3 for 2019, especially since it may not be ready/homologated for the start of the season. It could be an interesting time, and it could also be a huge dud, the giant promise and zero delivery we've come to almost expect in modern sportscars.

Reduced marketing fee for a sprint cup entry might be half the current fee for a full season campaign, keeping it in line with the projected budgets (sprint cup being approx. half the budget for a full season one incl. enduros + street races according to FL's Darren Law). $0.5 million would still be a huge amount...

It's also remarkable to notice how flexible Atherton's definition of 'commitment' seems to be.

broadrun96 · 12 Sep 2018, 16:54 (Ref:3849663)

Looks like there is one taker for the Sprint GTD series, from S365: Moorespeed has ordered the new 911 GT3R for a GTD Sprint campaign. Have to say I'm not so sure about the Porsche placed drivers in the GTD cars, I'd have to lose Long, Bergmeister and others but it must be easier than a team hiring that driver themselves. But no idea how much the driver is of their budget.

From the article:

"Moore said the cost-effective nature of the seven-race Sprint Cup, which is understood to be in the $1 to 1.5 million range, made it an easy decision to step up.**
“One of the biggest factors in our move up was to find a more affordable step between the Porsche GT3 Cup championship and the big show,” he said."

WolfsburgRS · 12 Sep 2018, 17:22 (Ref:3849674)

That's basically dialing it back to an ALMS GTC Porsche budget, which is very encouraging.

NaBUru38 · 13 Sep 2018, 15:40 (Ref:3849896)

https://sportscar365.com/imsa/iwsc/n...ch-sprint-cup/

I still don't understand why IMSA split the GTD class with so many championships.

broadrun96 · 13 Sep 2018, 16:12 (Ref:3849901)

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Originally Posted by NaBUru38

https://sportscar365.com/imsa/iwsc/n...ch-sprint-cup/

I still don't understand why IMSA split the GTD class with so many championships.

Because teams aren't going to sign up without discounted rates, look at GTD and the entries. Its not a stable class and I think we can all handle ONE extra championship for sprint racing. They already award full season and NAEC so adding the sprint title isn't that complicated

MaskedRacer · 4 Oct 2018, 19:35 (Ref:3854552)

Is there a December test of any type at Daytona or Sebring that we know about?

**joeb** · 4 Oct 2018, 20:55 (Ref:3854561)

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Originally Posted by MaskedRacer

Is there a December test of any type at Daytona or Sebring that we know about?

I think the series cut a test or two to save costs for the teams. But the Roar is still scheduled for Jan 4-6. And there is that Sebring encore event in November that includes some actual racing.

Lanky Turtle · 5 Oct 2018, 05:44 (Ref:3854602)

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Originally Posted by MaskedRacer

Is there a December test of any type at Daytona or Sebring that we know about?

Michelin is doing a test at Daytona on December 11th for IMSA teams.

broadrun96 · 5 Oct 2018, 11:14 (Ref:3854651)

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Originally Posted by Lanky Turtle

Michelin is doing a test at Daytona on December 11th for IMSA teams.

I knew there was a test in there but couldn't remember the dates. They are also testing on the Monday after Petit (10-22) at Road Atlanta I believe.

MaskedRacer · 5 Oct 2018, 12:35 (Ref:3854662)

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Originally Posted by Lanky Turtle

Michelin is doing a test at Daytona on December 11th for IMSA teams.

If you happen to be in Daytona on Dec 11 how do you get in the speedway?

Lanky Turtle · 5 Oct 2018, 23:03 (Ref:3854773)

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Originally Posted by MaskedRacer

If you happen to be in Daytona on Dec 11 how do you get in the speedway?

You can't, they haven't allowed spectators to watch testing since they rebuilt the grandstands a few years ago. You can pay $25 for the all access track tour and hope there's cars on track for the 10 minutes they let you in the stands.

Victor_RO · 12 Oct 2018, 13:20 (Ref:3856254)

All-female lineup at MSR for the full season in GTD next year.

http://www.michaelshankracing.com/in...pionship-2019/

EffectiveSprinkles · 12 Oct 2018, 14:16 (Ref:3856267)

Lots of old faces though, would have liked to have seen one new talent in there.

MaskedRacer · 12 Oct 2018, 15:40 (Ref:3856281)

just the start. I think IMSA GTD sprint cup will be a big hit. Could hurt PWC..I mean Blancapin GT America.

https://sportscar365.com/imsa/iwsc/p...rove-robichon/

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