2009 LTX Shootout date has been set

[Tony Shepherd]

Saturday, May 30th 2009 Kansas City International Raceway (KCIR)

Well, it has been written in. Will not be totally set in stone until they make next years schedule in the next few weeks but they gave us this available date. I tried for June but it was booked, July is booked as well. This is the weekend after Memorial Day and will still have decent temps and a less chance of rain than April.

What do you guys think? Will this work?

Tony Shep

[Tyler Wheat]

I'll be there!

[KissMyWhtSS]

should be there. do you have a event photographer?

[Tony Shepherd]

should be there. do you have a event photographer?

Yes we use the KCIR track photographer.

See ya there!

[Nocturnal Z]

I think this is the same weekend as the Oreilly NHRA Nationals in Topeka, KS...which is not very far from KC. I usually go to it every year, so I guess I'll try to figure out a way to do both :jest: Maybe I'll drive my car to Topeka on the friday the 29th for qualifying, and then get up Sat morning and drive on to KC for the shootout :cool:

[Tony Shepherd]

I think this is the same weekend as the Oreilly NHRA Nationals in Topeka, KS...which is not very far from KC. I usally got to it every year, so I guess I'll try to figure out a way to do both :jest: Maybe I'll drive my car to Topeka on the friday the 29th for qualifying, and then get up Sat morning and drive on to KC for the shootout :cool:


I noticed that earlier but talking with KCIR we agreed it should not affect our turnout much. Hope you can make it.;)

[Nocturnal Z]

I noticed that earlier but talking with KCIR we agreed it should not affect our turnout much. Hope you can make it.;)
I'll figure something out, I had too much fun at the last LTXshootout to miss it. Plus I promised myself that I would be alot more competitive in the N/A class in '09 :)

[Fastbird]

I WILL be there, big honkin 383 Turbo LT1 in tow (not really, driving it in).

[96LT1355Z28]

Sweet, I'll see everybondy here!:D

[Fixxer99TA]

Might trailer the car down there, do my best to be there :D

[BluBeaSSt]

Since I only live 4 miles away from KCIR,I'll be there :metal:

[KissMyWhtSS]

Since I only live 4 miles away from KCIR,I'll be there :metal:
LT1's only, sorry.

[BluBeaSSt]

LT1's only, sorry.

I can watch :embarassed:

[KissMyWhtSS]

I can watch :embarassed:
gotta park in the grass

[BluBeaSSt]

gotta park in the grass

In that case,Ill be driving the truck :frustrated:

[jakesz28]

Sounds good Tony. I'm still upset for not making it to the last one. I won't have much to do over the winter this time around. I'll be making some liscensing passes next weekend. So that's even going to be out of the way.

[James Montigny]

It's too far, I refuse to drive. :p

[Tony Shepherd]

Sounds good Tony. I'm still upset for not making it to the last one. I won't have much to do over the winter this time around. I'll be making some liscensing passes next weekend. So that's even going to be out of the way.

Good deal. See ya there Jake


It's too far, I refuse to drive. :p

James......don't want to hear it! I know you will be there!:claps:

[Biggin'89]

Yep i'll be there and hopefully get to race this time around... if i can decide on a setup and keep it together.

[James Montigny]

James......don't want to hear it! I know you will be there!:claps:
Hell yeah, assuming the 383 build goes better than the 355 build did :|

[KissMyWhtSS]

In that case,Ill be driving the truck :frustrated:lord knows you might get a spec of dirt on the undercarriage

[The Engineer]

LT1's only, sorry.

I plan to bring an LSX powered vehicle to the shoot-out again next year, my tow vehicle!

LSXs make great trucks engines, but that is about the only thing I would ever use an LS engine for (towing)! :D

WD

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[SoulReaver]

I'm gonna try to make it out this year! Hopefully I'll be coming with my brother and buddy, both with their Formula's.

[Ray@NitroDaves.com]

I will be there again...will just have to tell my wife it is an anniversery vacation....;)

[SoulReaver]

I will be there again...will just have to tell my wife it is an anniversery vacation....;)

attaboy :hail:

[The Engineer]

I will be there again...will just have to tell my wife it is an anniversery vacation....;)

Hey, that line worked last year with Kelly. So, there isn't any reason you can't use it again next year!

You'll have to stop by Moore again to drink some beer with me and shoot pool!

Warren

[Tony Shepherd]

Hey, that line worked last year with Kelly. So, there isn't any reason you can't use it again next year!

You'll have to stop by Moore again to drink some beer with me and shoot pool!

Warren

Am I invited?

[The Engineer]

Am I invited?

Tony,

You always have an open inviation to stop by my place "any time" to drink some beer and talk LTX stuff.

Last year you just got here too late, Matt, Robert, Ray and Kelly and John and his family and I had already finished the beer drinking by the time you arrived! :cheers:

Warren

[Tony Shepherd]

Thanks Warren, I think we will do the same plan....drive up to your neck of the woods Thursday afternoon and hang out with you, crash at the hotel, and drive into KC Friday.

[James Montigny]

Thanks Warren, I think we will do the same plan....drive up to your neck of the woods Thursday afternoon and hang out with you, crash at the hotel, and drive into KC Friday.Do you two need some time alone ???

[The Engineer]

Thanks Warren, I think we will do the same plan....drive up to your neck of the woods Thursday afternoon and hang out with you, crash at the hotel, and drive into KC Friday.

Tony,

I have a large house and huge driveway (we're talking parking room for 8 or more tow rigs), so next year you've got a place to stay. Matt and Robert stayed with me last year, but I could have had more people over if we had been more organized (I didn't know just who exactly would be here and when they were arriving).

And, we will be completely organized this next year. :D

Warren

[The Engineer]

Do you two need some time alone ???

Only to talk some serious LTX performance issues! :secret:

WD

[Twisted Z]

Hmm...

Might be tight for me to bring the car. I won't have that open until June. I may have to Fly in and pull cars with the Hummer again :devil:

To bad to because Warren and I would be a good H/U N/A!

[Tony Shepherd]

Hmm...

Might be tight for me to bring the car. I won't have that open until June. I may have to Fly in and pull cars with the Hummer again :devil:

To bad to because Warren and I would be a good H/U N/A!

Dude. Bring your damn car! I think your skeerd.:D

[YZF]

I can be there without a doubt. But I'm not sure if there will be a single sole to run a slower time than myself.:shame:

[Tony Shepherd]

I can be there without a doubt. But I'm not sure if there will be a single sole to run a slower time than myself.:shame:


Trust me you will not be the slowest. Doesn't matter if you did. You will have a blast.

[1badz]

I'm there with my n/a 355. Aiming for 10s this time around :D

[The Engineer]

Hmm...

Might be tight for me to bring the car. I won't have that open until June. I may have to Fly in and pull cars with the Hummer again :devil:

To bad to because Warren and I would be a good H/U N/A!

A H/U between you and I would be great, so you need to bring the car!

Also I don't think that Bar-B-Que resturant can handle another visit with the Hummer. :censored:

Warren

[Twisted Z]

A H/U between you and I would be great, so you need to bring the car!

Also I don't think that Bar-B-Que resturant can handle another visit with the Hummer. :censored:

Warren





LOL You thing the Hummer did damage you should see what a Pumped up Durramax can do :D
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[jakesz28]

Made a few more passes times are in the sig. I think it will dialed in by then.

[Nut]

Im glad its a little later in the year than last time. That should give everybody a little more time to get things wrapped up and dialed in by then.

[Twisted Z]

Made a few more passes times are in the sig. I think it will dialed in by then.


You still injected? what you hitting the scales at. I am still 3460 :(


VERY nice times BTW!

[jakesz28]

You still injected? what you hitting the scales at. I am still 3460 :(


VERY nice times BTW!

I cheaped out and put a carb on it. I have not had it on the scales yet. Both times I was at the track their scal was not working may have to find one at the gravel pit or elevator,

[LTwonZ]

I like the date being a little later in the year. I'm going to do everything I can this year to attend.

[Ponyhntr]

SWEET! I may be able to get my car back together by then. :/

I normally go to the nationals in Topeka that Saturday, but I'll stay in town for the day.

Anyone want to plan on staying over on Sunday and go to the NHRA race? That would be pretty cool!

[Fixxer99TA]

If I go, I am definitely down for an NHRA race after. Why drive all that way and miss an NHRA race thats the next day?

[CamaroRacing12]

fixxer, drive me out there! i will give u oral pleasures as payment hehehe

[Fixxer99TA]

Hahaha, its possible. Especially with the oral pleasures and all, who could turn that down. :D

[Nut]

Thats just not cool, even to joke about,lol. Unless, Camaroracing12 is a woman...and I dont think he is.

[Twisted Z]

There is way to much Man on man love her. I can under stand man car but this is to much boys!

[Fixxer99TA]

Hahaha!

Dont lie man, theres too much HORSEPOWER in this thread for you :D No excuses now!

[CamaroRacing12]

fixxer how old are u?

[Milk Man]

i will be attending, missed last year due to $$$ probs but this year ill have something worth taking lol. anyone coming threw wichita that wants to cruz up there together lmk...

[Fixxer99TA]

I am 21, 22 in a couple months. I think it says it in my profile?

How come you ask?

[CamaroRacing12]

I am 21, 22 in a couple months. I think it says it in my profile?

How come you ask?

just wondering, makin sure u werent some old creepy man :face_shocked:

u gonna be at chevyfest at NED in a couple of weeks? i would like to meet in person sometime

[Fixxer99TA]

Maybe, I would like to go but I think I am getting whatever the hell that "disease" is running around MA. Its bad, or at least Im not having fun.

But I cant be sick for any more than a week..... Right..?

That and, now that I cant get out of bed.... Work doesnt do itself :D

[Stroked96Bowtie]

Id like to come...long trip from where Im at. Plus by then I'll have my new setup all ironed out:devil:

Maybe a dumb question, is it going to be a 1/4mi or 1/8th mi race?

[Tony Shepherd]

Id like to come...long trip from where Im at. Plus by then I'll have my new setup all ironed out:devil:

Maybe a dumb question, is it going to be a 1/4mi or 1/8th mi race?


1/4 mile race. We will be coming up through DFW if you want to caravan with all of us from down here. Last year we had about 10 or so in the caravan going up to KC.

[The Engineer]

Id like to come...long trip from where Im at. Plus by then I'll have my new setup all ironed out:devil:

The trip to KC is a very easy drive (tow) up I-35 through Oklahoma and Kansas. The Austin LTX group has been stopping here in OKC to stay over-night and drink cold beer with me! :cheers: Then, convoy to KC together.

WD

[Ray@NitroDaves.com]

The trip to KC is a very easy drive (tow) up I-35 through Oklahoma and Kansas. The Austin LTX group has been stopping here in OKC to stay over-night and drink cold beer with me! :cheers: Then, convoy to KC together.

WD

Looking forward to doing it again:metal:

[Stroked96Bowtie]

That sounds like a blast guys!!

May need to get to ennis for some 1/4mi testing...car has never been down the long track.

Where can I find all the classes and rules?

Little out of the '09 Shootout loop.

[Fixxer99TA]

www.ltxshootout.com

[Stroked96Bowtie]

www.ltxshootout.com (http://www.ltxshootout.com)

Thanks man!!

I like the Xtreme Street and the Power adder class....the Outlaw class is going to be out of my reach...theres a few cars that are flying!!

[Fixxer99TA]

No problem, anyone else planning on going?

[Nut]

Im goin'.

[Chased]

I pain on making the trip agian this time with my car....Just Need a good friend Z8's to bring my slicks in his trailer with his car HINT HINT buddy

[grn95t/a]

i'll be there for sure man! :driving:

[The Engineer]

May need to get to ennis for some 1/4mi testing...car has never been down the long track.

I will be at Ennis (Texas Motorplex) Oct 10, 11 and 12 for the NHRA Div-4 Summit Series Bracket Finals.

However, I won't be in my LTX car, I'll be driving this BBC monster!

WD

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[Fixxer99TA]

WOW, that is a monster :D

Have fun!

[justatoy]

I will be there again. Can't wait last year was a blast.

[Twisted Z]

I will be there again. Can't wait last year was a blast.


Now trouble is here!

[TCGiRL220]

we're gonna try to make it... hopefully we've got the money *crosses fingers*

[KissMyWhtSS]

Tony - how are you guys looking for staff?

[Tony Shepherd]

Tony - how are you guys looking for staff?


Had 10 or so people volunteer to help so far. That should have us covered but I will repost again about it right before the shootout to make sure we are covered. I will also post up the jobs we need help with at that time.

[KissMyWhtSS]

Just let me know. I'm probably not going to run.

[Fixxer99TA]

How come?

[Verz]

As long as i can get away from work ill be there, should be a blast.

[Stroked96Bowtie]

Not sure if this has been asked...so does it look like all last years rules will remain intact for the '09 event?

Any chances of LTx Extreme street being able to run single planes?

Also, once at the event, would we have the option to choose the class...cause alot of that might depend on who shows up:secret:

Do alot of guys run both the power adder class and outlaw?

Thanks!

[Tony Shepherd]

Not sure if this has been asked...so does it look like all last years rules will remain intact for the '09 event?

Any chances of LTx Extreme street being able to run single planes?

Also, once at the event, would we have the option to choose the class...cause alot of that might depend on who shows up:secret:

Do alot of guys run both the power adder class and outlaw?

Thanks!


Classes are being re-worked a bit right now. Should be posting updates soon. Single plane intakes will not be allowed in Extreme Street.

"Also, once at the event, would we have the option to choose the class...cause alot of that might depend on who shows up" Quoted

Let me ask you something? Are you afraid to line up against someone you think is faster than you? So you only want to run in a class where you think you are the fastest car? At least 50% of the time the fastest cars do not make it through eliminations. Red lights, driver errors, engine malfunctions, traction problems...etc can cause the fastest car to loose to the slowest car in the field. I have seen it and done it. I would be honored to line up against Chris Sykora and loose. It will be fun trying and I just might win if he is not on his game that day. Ya get my drift? LOL.:D I would not pick and choose a class because of who is racing in it.

also....I am sure guys will be running more than one class if they fit the rules.

[James Montigny]

Let me ask you something? Are you afraid to line up against someone you think is faster than you? So you only want to run in a class where you think you are the fastest car?
Yes, yes I am actually.
We need a James Montigny class where I make all the rules up as to ensure
that I am the only car with a chance of winning.

Let's start with
Canadian-driven, with AC, HR, and has to be a 93 Firehawk. :jest:


And I propose that we do everything we can to keep Skinnies out of the "Street" class
For no reason other than to be a jerk :)

[grn95t/a]

Yes, yes I am actually.
We need a James Montigny class where I make all the rules up as to ensure
that I am the only car with a chance of winning.

Let's start with
Canadian-driven, with AC, HR, and has to be a 93 Firehawk. :jest:


And I propose that we do everything we can to keep Skinnies out of the "Street" class
For no reason other than to be a jerk :)


NICE!!!! what a way to insure you win! lmao!

[Ponyhntr]

And I propose that we do everything we can to keep Skinnies out of the "Street" class
For no reason other than to be a jerk :)

Why, is he putting a LT1 in his new TBSS? :doh::cool:

[James Montigny]

NICE!!!! what a way to insure you win! lmao!:D

I'm kidding, but I would like to see a real street class for those not running
extreme setups even if it were so tight that I didn't qualify. It would be fun to
see a bunch of 12-13 sec bolt-on and cammed cars duke it out.


Why, is he putting a LT1 in his new TBSS? :doh::cool:
Oh, I forgot he sold that thing. LOL

Knowing Skinnies, he'll have 3 more cars in and out the door before the shootout anyhow.

[grn95t/a]

:D

I'm kidding, but I would like to see a real street class for those not running
extreme setups even if it were so tight that I didn't qualify. It would be fun to
see a bunch of 12-13 sec bolt-on and cammed cars duke it out.




just busting your chops alittle :D

[CamaroZGuy]

well looks like ill have to wait another year to try to make one. :(

[Stroked96Bowtie]

Classes are being re-worked a bit right now. Should be posting updates soon. Single plane intakes will not be allowed in Extreme Street.

"Also, once at the event, would we have the option to choose the class...cause alot of that might depend on who shows up" Quoted

Let me ask you something? Are you afraid to line up against someone you think is faster than you? So you only want to run in a class where you think you are the fastest car? At least 50% of the time the fastest cars do not make it through eliminations. Red lights, driver errors, engine malfunctions, traction problems...etc can cause the fastest car to loose to the slowest car in the field. I have seen it and done it. I would be honored to line up against Chris Sykora and loose. It will be fun trying and I just might win if he is not on his game that day. Ya get my drift? LOL.:D I would not pick and choose a class because of who is racing in it.

also....I am sure guys will be running more than one class if they fit the rules.

If you keep stock computers in the Xtreme street class it will limit even the single plane guys to within an RPM range (that we all know and love).

Okay point taken...no I dont want to run in a class where Im the fastest car but really just be competitive is more what I was thinking. It may not matter...looks like the only classes I will qualify for then are PA and Outlaw. If there is a field of low 9 sec cars that show up that day...my drinking that day will start very early..lol. Welp its all about having fun right?

P.S. Consider single planes for Xtreme street:whistle:

[Ponyhntr]

If you keep stock computers in the Xtreme street class it will limit even the single plane guys to within an RPM range (that we all know and love).

Okay point taken...no I dont want to run in a class where Im the fastest car but really just be competitive is more what I was thinking. It may not matter...looks like the only classes I will qualify for then are PA and Outlaw. If there is a field of low 9 sec cars that show up that day...my drinking that day will start very early..lol. Welp its all about having fun right?

P.S. Consider single planes for Xtreme street:whistle:

What if someone shows up for Extreme Street with a stock intake, stock TB, stock computer, 6-SPEED car that runs low 9's? :secret: :D

[Stroked96Bowtie]

What if someone shows up for Extreme Street with a stock intake, stock TB, stock computer, 6-SPEED car that runs low 9's? :secret: :D

Then Id better pack me a lunch...:jest:

[Ponyhntr]

Then Id better pack me a lunch...

:jest:

[Fixxer99TA]

Then Id better pack me a lunch...:jest:

No need, AI is bringing the lunches... Remember?

[James Montigny]

No need, AI is bringing the lunches... Remember?Yes, and they are verified, guaranteed, and well-documented to be infinitly more filling lunches produced by any other vendor. :laugh::shiner::jest:;):whistle:

[Twisted Z]

Tony makes a good point. I do not want to come to race a class I know I will dominate. I want to race the very best and nothing less! I WANT to race people better then me...Cuz' lets face it I'm not that good :devil:

[Fixxer99TA]

Who wants to just win every time? Id at least like it to be a challenge....


...But I wont win anyways :D

[97Z28]

Although I missed the first, I'll definitely be there at this one to watch and take pics.

[CamaroRacing12]

i think a 12/13sec bolt on / cam car class would be fun also...

im hoping to make it no matter what.... with my car or not

[97Z28]

I propose a completely stock car class.

[KissMyWhtSS]

I propose a completely stock car class.
You buying a stock catback and removing your STB? :tt2:

[97Z28]

You buying a stock catback and removing your STB? :tt2:
I see what you did there.

[KissMyWhtSS]

I see what you did there.I'm glad you don't need glasses.

Are you going?

[97Z28]

I'm glad you don't need glasses.

Are you going?
I'm planning on it. Just to watch, take pics, say hello, etc...

[KissMyWhtSS]

I'm planning on it. Just to watch, take pics, say hello, etc...
Hello. :wave:

[2XR95Z28]

I'm gonna try everything i can to make it, gas is gonna kill me 5 and a half hours, 366 miles to be exact from my house to the track haha. Good thing i have a trailer haha.

Just curious about what class my car would be in? Mods that should be done by then are. Hot cam kit, port and polished stock heads, 11.1:1 compression, tune, Full exhaust with cut-out possibly, cold air, some suspension (LCA's torque arm, subframe connectors) preety much just a cam only car with a slight bump in compression and some basic head work. Should be a low 12 sec maybe 12.0's high 11 sec car.

Just curious on what rules and restrictions i would have, and some other cars i'd be running against.

[2XR95Z28]

anyone?

[AChotrod]

ok guys my car is going together next week!! Ill see you at the shootout!! Wonder what class I will have to run in???

[Tyler Wheat]

www.ltxshootout.com (http://www.ltxshootout.com)

Rules, regulations, and classes can be found here. IIRC, you can compete in 2 classes. It will specify on the site, or Tony will know off the top of his head.

Looking forward to this years event!!!!

//EDIT

I think the rules/classes could change slightly, but that will get you pointed in the right direction. The rules on the site are still for 2008. Might not be 100% concrete.

[2XR95Z28]

Extreme street and 12.49 and faster bracket i guess... i was hopeing for more heads up 12.0 and slower races. Oh well... Just gotta hope i can make the trip.

[YZF]

I'm looking forward to meeting a bunchload of you guys (and gals, I assume).

I'm not positive if I will be running or not, chances are I'll be the noob to snap the first 10 bolt, but it'll only give me motivation to get a real rearend in it :)

[CamaroRacing12]

im pushing for that 12.00 heads up class so keep ur ears open... i prolly wont be able to get my car out there but i might try to fly out... depending on plane ticket prices

[Cross]

I will kick my ass into high gear to be ready, time to get that new cam and this damn fuel/oil problem tracked down. I want to jump in with you guys for the fun of it... doubt I will do well but hell this many LTx's should be a hell of an event.

[9SEC6SPD]

looking forward to the 14 hour tow...doh!

[Transamman25]

Well i just put 2 and 2 together ... G13 is the weekend before so this means the dually will get a good work out!!( Memphis to Atlanta then Atlanta to KC !) Im still sorting out rearend combo's and front suspension set-up ! Im falling a little behind being as im doing a Engine swap for a friend ( the car was butchered by a crappy shop )- i get to re-do everything just to make it run!

[Transamman25]

Anyone else doing G13 ? we can make a trip out of it !