A 50 year old Japanesse lady: SRL311 01228

[2mAn]

rturbo 930 I think you'll like these videos...

Had some fun driving this weekend with the San Gabriel Valley Roadster guys, though by the time we made it to the top, we went from 10 - 3... The Red cars made it to the top, sorry Darrel!

The lineup at the Purpose Built Garage


Once we left we stopped and waited for the others who needed fuel. At this point we dropped from 10 to 8. Lost the only Z in the group...



and from here we proceeded to make the drive up the hill. Stopped once more for a group shot which those pics will come soon. They were taken with a real camera and not my iphone so those will take a minute to prepare... we also lost another pair of cars. Down to 6. I also decided to move further up in the lineup with the more "spirited" drivers... and this was the video from that run:

https://youtu.be/ACUIQkuvanc

Needless to say, Mike was pretty shaken. I couldnt imagine how I would feel if that was me in my own car and I dont have anywhere near the time and investment into it... He and the 997 left after this run and the group trimmed down to a reasonable 4. Say what you will about our pace, but it takes 2 idiots to cause a crash and luckily Mike isnt an idiot and avoided it. My stock Roadster brakes were also up to the task. This is also one of the reasons I like to drive early and alone to minimize the risk...

Anyways carrying on, this was video was the second half of the trip up.

https://youtu.be/mt5dqp2RCnc

At the peak there were some younger bros taking pics of their whips and got excited with the trio of red Roadsters. From here we went about our own paths and I joined Darrel lower down the hill so that we could make the drive back to Inglewood.



Stopped at the water tower on the way back down to snap a few pics of my own





The view from the water tower that you couldnt quite see from the road... wow

[2mAn]

Ditch the music, use a plain font that's easy to read, and make sure that if it's dark font, it's over light background in the video and vice versa.

Yea for most of the drive videos I skip the music, but this one was quite boring without it... I actually wanted to have an "intro" soundtrack but liked it so I left it all in, and turned it down a little so you could still hear the motor when it goes to WOT.

I'm trying out different fonts from video to video, I think the previous ones were definitely easier to read. I was also trying to match the color of the font with the color of the car, but thats a good idea too...I kinda knew this one was going to be a weaker video so I figured I could try out some new things with it.

Thanks.

[rturbo 930]

Listening to any and all feedback!

Ditch the music, use a plain font that's easy to read, and make sure that if it's dark font, it's over light background in the video and vice versa.

[2mAn]

Looking good, so happy for you that you can finally enjoy it on some events. I'd love to see on board footage next time around as well.

Thanks, I definitely had fun. I put this together with what I had, hope you guys like it. Listening to any and all feedback!

https://youtu.be/0u3I23Ub58E

[jeenyus]

great post! looks like a great time!

[gnmzl]

Looking good, so happy for you that you can finally enjoy it on some events. I'd love to see on board footage next time around as well.

[2mAn]

Got up nice and early for an AutoX on Saturday, heading east meant I got to watch the sunrise... not a bad way to start the day, though it was a bit chilly!





...and about an hour later, I arrived at AutoClub Speedway!



and the wonderful backdrop of the track



We were in the first run group, so no messing around. Lets get right to it!







We were going to use the GoPro on the runs, but for some reason it wasnt really cooperating so all we have is sideline footage. I'll see if I can make it worth a view. Heres one pic from a run



The helmet cant hide the smile post-run!



Overall, the car ran great! A couple of the sharp turns were draining the carbs and hurting the runs, otherwise it was a blast. The tires are also beginning to show their age, but they still got nicely heat cycled and should be good for the remainder of this year. I think I will do some more autox's this year as it was fun and I dont think the car will be ready for the big tracks... yet!...

[2mAn]

Drove up the Angeles Crest this weekend. Couldnt go as far into it as I hoped, but still a fun little drive.

[2mAn]

Nice. It sounds awesome. That is a hell of a throw on your shifter. Do you prefer it that way or do you plan to add a short shifter?

Thanks, the noises are quite intoxicating.

The shift throw is staying as-is, its part of the appeal of a 50 year old car haha

[rzerob]

Nice. It sounds awesome. That is a hell of a throw on your shifter. Do you prefer it that way or do you plan to add a short shifter?

[2mAn]

First of two videos done... Im still learning and having fun with this, any tips are welcome.

https://youtu.be/yQzFeePZ4-Q

[2mAn]

Thanks guys. Definitely trying to get my moneys worth and using my time wisely. so again, another early run up to Malibu, did the same route Im getting comfortable with. Topanga Canyon -> Old Topanga Canyon -> Stunt Road and back down the PCH. Actually fired up the GoPro this time and got some footage. I think this one will actually make it to youtube... eventually... for now, some pics.

Same view as last time...


but the other side...

[jeenyus]

lol, he says it's cold... As I stand and wait for the bus in a cozy 15 degrees.

[IronJoe]

So awesome Simon! Great work, can't wait to see what comes next.

[Sh3rpak!ng]

Sounds like fun (cant see photos for some reason I blame tapatalk) You owe me a drive (not sure why, but you do) I'll be back in town 1/18 Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk