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kbannon
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I might try and make that Ger
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gjoconnor92
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Following on from my previous post
Some pics of the alternative cars This is the Crossle it is based on a 1975 Formula Ford 1600 with wings and slicks added. The current engine is 1700cc about 160bhp. I am thinking this might be more suited to my ability and my wife's nerves! Porsche 944 Both cars are for sale on the HRCA website if anyone is interested I may not be doing the July 26th test day as the bodywork of both single seaters is away in the paintshop. Edited by gjoconnor92 |
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Gerard O'Connor
1989 E30 320i for track day use 1972 2002 competition car project (delayed!!) Sheane Formula Vee My e-mail |
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G.T.
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Out of curiosity, Ger...what does a weekend rental cost?
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Glenn
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gjoconnor92
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Gerard O'Connor
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denishogan
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Take the Porsche, there's a chance we'll be in the same race then. Would be a bit of fun! |
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gjoconnor92
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That thought did cross my mind |
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Gerard O'Connor
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gjoconnor92
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This has appeared on ppmr.ie
Mondello Park have kindly arranged a date for some people to upgrade their licences so that they can run in the Park. The one day couse will run on the 4th of August. Anyone interested should contact Conor in Mondello and Jackie in Motorsport Ireland. So another chance for National B licence holders to race this year. They are really trying to make this event happen First we had the pursuit sprint to get rally and rallycross drivers in, then the extended closing date. Now a way to get novice drivers into the race. I wonder if they will have midget car races and an autocross in the grass in the middle. Or maybe an autotest at Farmleigh It is good to see them trying but I hope safety issues don't arise. |
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Gerard O'Connor
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gjoconnor92
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The Ralt and the Crossle were at the Limerick hillclimbs Saturday and Sunday.
The Crossle ran well but there was an issue with the Ralt so I am pretty sure I will be driving the Crossle It look very good now after its respray in a red very similar to the Ralt |
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Gerard O'Connor
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gjoconnor92
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The Crossle at the Limerick Hillclimb Saturday
It was driven at the hillclimbs by Adrian McCallion and it was faultless all weekend. I am looking forward to the races this weekend |
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Gerard O'Connor
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G.T.
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Best of luck to you and Denis, Ger. Keep the shiny side up!
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gjoconnor92
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Disaster of a weekend
Saturday clutch slipping on the Crossle total frustation Sunday I was given the Ralt. My first drive was from Paddock Assembly to the start line. Did warm up lap. Stalled on grid at start. Got restarted First lap Ok Second lap crashed heavily into concrete barrier at exit of Furry Glen No idea of cost of repair yet but it will not be cheap. Donations to Edited by gjoconnor92 |
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Gerard O'Connor
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G.T.
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Oh, sh*t! No one hurt, I hope! Was another car involved or was it caused by The Red Mist?
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Ben O Brien
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Sorry to hear that Ger, hope you get it sorted handy enough.
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The Red Mist I was trying to get it into 2nd gear distracted by that, I turned in too late and not hard enough Left wrist swelled up a bit afterwards but went down with no further problems. Latest damage found on car. When car was pulled off track, sump dragged on ground. Not to bad you say BUT this one was made of magnesium and is as rare as hens teeth! The other damage Front wing bent repairable Bottom wishbone to be replaced Track control arm to be replaced Both bottom engine mounts Plywood under floor to be replaced Assorted fasteners are needed Gear linkage repairable So it won't be cheap |
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Gerard O'Connor
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Mick525i
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Ah feck Ger that's rotten news.....
Hope it sorted with out too much pain.... |
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b318isp
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Ouch, that's a real spoiler on what could have been a great experience. Get it behind you quick!
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gjoconnor92
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First lap was a great experience 130mph+ up past the Ordnance Survey Brake and let the wings stick it onto the ground onto Chesterfield Avenue I would love to drive that level of car again, only maybe Mondello next time! The financial side of things will restrict my competitive driving for a while. I have thought about racing the Vee in the Leinster Trophey race in September, but I have to be practical and give it a miss. Same goes with Donegal hillclimb although I will go to spectate,help and socialise. |
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Gerard O'Connor
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gjoconnor92
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Hi all I have not competed since the Phoenix Park in 2009. Finances, work and other distractions have kept me away from things motoring. Any news with the rest of you What events, meetings etc. have I missed in the last year? |
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Gerard O'Connor
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