SpecE30 - Open Classification Idea

#1

Just a question…

With all the large number of tuned E30s, has there been any thought to replacing the "Eta" class with an "open" class? It would add a significant number of E30 enthusiasts into the mix along with getting some of the yahoos off the street and onto the track.

I had just been wondering because looking around the E30 boards (tech, r3v) there seem to be a good number of people who could and would participate.

I am very new to the scene (as you can tell by my post count) but have had E30s since high school and have a 318is that I’m turning into a SpecE30 racer. I hope to be talking to you guys a lot more and meet some too eventually!

Randall

#2

First off, the "eta" class is non-existent at this point.

Second, you can’t have an "open" spec class. Anyone with a tuned e30 that wants to run could take it to GTS (hp/lb classing) or BMW CCA Mod classes (displacement classing).

#3

Like mike said.

The class already exists. Either KP or NASA GTS. There are a couple of E30’s running in GTS already.

#4

MikeD wrote:

[quote]Like mike said.

The class already exists. Either KP or NASA GTS. There are a couple of E30’s running in GTS already.[/quote]Also NASA PTx based on points for mods

#5

randallprince wrote:

[quote]Just a question…

With all the large number of tuned E30s, has there been any thought to replacing the "Eta" class with an "open" class? It would add a significant number of E30 enthusiasts into the mix along with getting some of the yahoos off the street and onto the track.

Randall[/quote]

Randall, I suspect we would all rather see "yahoos" as you put it, kept OFF the track. I’d rather see them on the street where the police can deal with them. :wink:

#6

Gasman wrote:

[quote]randallprince wrote:

[quote]Just a question…

With all the large number of tuned E30s, has there been any thought to replacing the "Eta" class with an "open" class? It would add a significant number of E30 enthusiasts into the mix along with getting some of the yahoos off the street and onto the track.

Randall[/quote]

Randall, I suspect we would all rather see "yahoos" as you put it, kept OFF the track. I’d rather see them on the street where the police can deal with them. ;)[/quote]

Too late, Steve. JP already has his license!:ohmy:

Sasha

#7

Thanks for the responses guys! I did some research about the classes you mentioned and see what you mean. Thanks for the input, in any case.

First post shot down…this is a way better BMW forum that most. You guys are a tough bunch of nuts. I hope to earn some respect when I get my car up and running…I’m sure you guys have plenty to teach a yearling like myself.

#8

Ex36 wrote:

[quote]Gasman wrote:

[quote]randallprince wrote:
Randall, I suspect we would all rather see "yahoos" as you put it, kept OFF the track. I’d rather see them on the street where the police can deal with them. ;)[/quote]

Too late, Steve. JP already has his license!:ohmy:

Sasha[/quote]
ZING! :lol:

#9

Ex36 wrote:

[quote]Gasman wrote:

[quote]randallprince wrote:

[quote]Just a question…

With all the large number of tuned E30s, has there been any thought to replacing the "Eta" class with an "open" class? It would add a significant number of E30 enthusiasts into the mix along with getting some of the yahoos off the street and onto the track.

Randall[/quote]

Randall, I suspect we would all rather see "yahoos" as you put it, kept OFF the track. I’d rather see them on the street where the police can deal with them. ;)[/quote]

Too late, Steve. JP already has his license!:ohmy:

Sasha[/quote]

:woohoo:

#10

Sasha, I’m having trouble deciding whether to use the "donuts in the paddock" or the "let’s compare dents" comeback. . . .

Any suggestions? :whistle: :stuck_out_tongue:

#11

randallprince wrote:

[quote]Thanks for the responses guys! I did some research about the classes you mentioned and see what you mean. Thanks for the input, in any case.

First post shot down…this is a way better BMW forum that most. You guys are a tough bunch of nuts. I hope to earn some respect when I get my car up and running…I’m sure you guys have plenty to teach a yearling like myself.[/quote]

Alway’s willing to answer questions. Good luck with getting your car ready!

#12

randallprince wrote:

[quote]Thanks for the responses guys! I did some research about the classes you mentioned and see what you mean. Thanks for the input, in any case.

First post shot down…this is a way better BMW forum that most. You guys are a tough bunch of nuts. I hope to earn some respect when I get my car up and running…I’m sure you guys have plenty to teach a yearling like myself.[/quote]

Ahhhh, they’re not that tough here.