Mondello rallyx 3

view2 · 26 Oct 2007, 23:29 (Ref:2052435)

Any opinions on it ?

**BertMk2** · 27 Oct 2007, 19:30 (Ref:2052816)

I'm assuming this is relating to the non-use of rallycross 3 at the last event? As far as I'm aware (and I could well be wrong here) the ommision of rallycross 3 is a permanent move as the circuit is reluctant to carry out the work required to bring it back up to standard. As far as I'm concerned it leaves Mondello with too much tarmac and not enough loose (even falling outside the stated split ratio in the blue book). Unless the circuit is willing to change their mind and carry out the work there isn't really an option though.

tkiwan · 27 Oct 2007, 19:53 (Ref:2052827)

I am sure that some good news will be announced next weekend in Mondello for the future of rx3. Once again we are bound by the rules in the GREEN BOOK not the BLUE BOOK. But the future looks bright for rx3.

The Fiddler · 27 Oct 2007, 20:20 (Ref:2052843)

at the last event it was good racing, no accidents since there was no rx3 and the spectators had better viewing. however if mondello put the work in and improved rx3 it would be welcomed back by competitors. rx3 was deemed unsafe by the safety officer due to the condition of the loose. once work is carried out i'm sure we will be back on it in no time.

fatboymotorspor · 28 Oct 2007, 01:45 (Ref:2052996)

rx3 is a disaster and has wrecked many a good car.

i rolled

a 205 there once a good few years back.

i for one will not miss it

PhilChicken · 29 Oct 2007, 17:43 (Ref:2054203)

I'm with BertMK2 on this one. The track is now much faster than it was, well it feels alot faster anyway. Rx3 was a demanding corner and a number of big accidents did happen there, but to do away with it all together has meant the circuit has lost some of its caracter.

Cryos · 29 Oct 2007, 19:00 (Ref:2054284)

I would agree with phil, it has lost alot of its character but i do like the layout that is there in the interm. I think anyone who has raced at mondello knows the type of concentration and judgement you need for that corner, in too fast and your out wide into the rough stuff... Too little and youll get caught...

Although dunlop is alot more challenging now i feel than when exiting rallycross 3, there is soo much grip there its unbeliveable, when you exited rx3 you were always concious that the tires might still be a bit wet and wouldnt go too fast out of it (to try avoid the kitty litter).

Ramah · 6 Nov 2007, 11:32 (Ref:2061052)

Does anyone know what the proposed changes are to improve rx 3

Matti Alamaki · 6 Nov 2007, 11:34 (Ref:2061056)

Not too sure, I heard rumours that the entrance and exit are to be widened. The sooner the better this happens. Bring back Rallycross

Ramah · 6 Nov 2007, 11:38 (Ref:2061059)

I recon it would be good if they removed the infield bank, I allways found the main problem was if there was a spinner in front of you there was nowhere to go, and just for the hell of conversation what about a yump !

Matti Alamaki · 6 Nov 2007, 12:21 (Ref:2061099)

Yip, a yump/jump would be great idea. They do in Europe and Scandanavia, so why not in Mondello? I also agree with taking away the complete bank, this would be a win/win for drivers and spectators.

Ramah · 6 Nov 2007, 12:31 (Ref:2061117)

Ok so two of us agree, does anybody else have an opinion ? and does anyone know when the last round is on de telly

The Fiddler · 6 Nov 2007, 13:36 (Ref:2061180)

my opinion on rx3 is it would be nice to see it back in there. but in saying that there is competitors that dont want it back as part of the track. if work is to be carried out doubt it will be in time for next day but maybe for february. will just have to make voices heard that its wanted as part of circuit.

pgrogan · 6 Nov 2007, 13:59 (Ref:2061205)

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Fiddler

my opinion on rx3 is it would be nice to see it back in there. but in saying that there is competitors that dont want it back as part of the track. if work is to be carried out doubt it will be in time for next day but maybe for february. will just have to make voices heard that its wanted as part of circuit.

it was said at drivers briefing on sunday that rallycross 3 would not be used at all this year and that work would commence in december/january to have it ready for feb.

Matti Alamaki · 6 Nov 2007, 14:24 (Ref:2061232)

Great news, guarantee you that if a survey was taken there would be a strong majority who want to see a lot more gravel sections. All the real men and women anyway!

If some people want more tarmac we'll then perhaps they should consider circuit racing.

Ramah · 6 Nov 2007, 14:34 (Ref:2061237)

Yes I think the vast majority will be pleased to see it back, but my question is what are they going to do with it ???

peespeed · 6 Nov 2007, 22:22 (Ref:2061594)

Spoke to a couple of people on Sunday about RallyX3 and the general opinion was that it would be better if the entrance and exit of RallyX3 were made wider and that there wasn't such a sharp turn in to the loose section. No one mentioned anything about the surface of it.

Ramah · 6 Nov 2007, 22:47 (Ref:2061619)

It needs to be smoother !

The Fiddler · 6 Nov 2007, 23:09 (Ref:2061635)

i'm sure that when decisions are made on it that competitors will be informed by drivers rep John McCluskey. hopefully some of the bank will be moved and the surface redone.

Matti Alamaki · 6 Nov 2007, 23:15 (Ref:2061639)

Why don't they ask a broad range of drivers for their ideas?

mike coyne · 6 Nov 2007, 23:22 (Ref:2061644)

have heard that the next event someone is supposed to talk to all drivers and see what changes they want made. at last drivers are being listened to.

irxcrossi · 7 Nov 2007, 00:12 (Ref:2061692)

thats great news that drivers are bein asked, i think the most important thing is that the exit is wide enough to allow 2 cars side by side to allow some outbraking into dunlop

Ramah · 7 Nov 2007, 10:25 (Ref:2061955)

My only idea is the bank needs to go and the surface needs to be smoother. The problem I have with the bank is two fold. 1) if a car spins on the entry you cant see it until you are on top of it (too late). 2) with the bank on the infield if there is a coming together you have nowhere to go, thoughts .......

tkiwan · 7 Nov 2007, 18:43 (Ref:2062354)

Lads why dont you come and talk to us at the event ask the question I wont bite your head off. Once I have got cup of tea. I was even talking to some of you and the matter was not brought up it was even mentioned at driwers breifing no good puting views here if you dont bring them up at event JMC was there sunday he is drivers rep if your afraid of been seen talking to officals. You cant get in trouble at events for asking questions.

PhilChicken · 8 Nov 2007, 08:03 (Ref:2062717)

I could be wrong, but I thought the track from rx3 up to dunlop had been tarmacked, as part of the perimiter road. So even if rx3 was reinstated in a new form the track would still have a large amount of tarmac.

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