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| Hi, I used to compete in the Boston Chapter's ice racing events years ago, and I'm interested in joining the group for another winter of fun... ...but I can't seem to find any info about events scheduled for 2010. Does anyone know if the Boston Chapter is still planning on holding ice racing events this winter? Thanks!
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| I can't wait! I missed last year but this year I have an IX and a 535is to choose from...
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If you didn't race last year, you might want to check your "myBostonChapter" e-mail subscriptions to make sure that "Ice Racing" is checked.
Last year we revised how Ice Racing e-mail bulletins are sent. Only those users who had previous registered for events or who have subsequently selected that they want ice racing bulletins have that subscription selected. Why? Because Ice Racing entails multiple frequent e-mails right around the time of the events in order to get the latest ice conditions and event information out to the participants. This rapid-fire information was not of interest to those members not participating in or considering ice racing.
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| Thanks - I just updated my profile, and I'm now registered to receive the e-mail bulletins. See ya on the ice! 
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Any more news on ice racing? I haven't seen any bulletins, so I'm beginning to worry. 
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| I just joined.. Please advise when the next race is. I can't wait.
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2010 Ice Racing information is up! The first event appears to be just around the corner!
See you on the ice soon!
Stan Jackson Jr.
Boston Chapter BMW CCA
Ice Racing Coordinator
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A couple quick questions, figure i will put them here:
I've done several ice races in the past while i was living in minnesota, and would like to continue doing so here. So...
I didn't see rules on passengers listed specifically - is it the typical one helmeted passenger in the front seat?
Also, how much snow accumulation is typical on the lake? Trying to convince a friend to drive but she's nervous about having her car end up like mine - zip tied together from many encounters with snowbanks. 
Lastly - when i filled in the pre-registration forms i don't recall a field for tires, but the bulletin says i need to pre-register once for each driver-car-tire combination. How is that handled? I'm on super snows (ws-60's).
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I didn't see rules on passengers listed specifically - is it the typical one helmeted passenger in the front seat?
Unless the rules have changed, helmets are not required. Passengers are allowed, be they human or otherwise. We discovered our alpha male Aussie Shepherd did not like sliding sideways on the ice very much. I've also discovered that if you sit too long in the starting line and the rear seating area of your car has such ammenities as a 15" tv, ice chests, glasses and seating for 8, it tends to get filled with people rather quickly. Surprisingly it doesn't slow you down too much though....
Also, how much snow accumulation is typical on the lake? Trying to convince a friend to drive but she's nervous about having her car end up like mine - zip tied together from many encounters with snowbanks.
Obviously depends on the year, but the last few we've raced the snow banks have been fairly low. In either case, cars do loose bits and pieces.
Lastly - when i filled in the pre-registration forms i don't recall a field for tires, but the bulletin says i need to pre-register once for each driver-car-tire combination. How is that handled? I'm on super snows (ws-60's). The registration form does have a section for tire information - make, age, miles, etc. I believe you just fill it out for each car/tire combination you have. Dave
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Boston Chapter Ice Racing Bulletin for January 29, 2010
Sponsored by Bavarian Autosport
We will NOT be Ice Racing on January 31st. Stayed tuned for details on when we will be able to get on the ice!
Ice Racing information for 2010 is up on the website! As everyone should know from reading the website, we hold up to 5 Ice Races each season, the exact dates of which will be determined as the season progresses and will be disbursed via this, the Ice Racing Bulletin. We do NOT have fixed dates. Because of ice and weather conditions, any event is subject to postponement the day beforehand -- so please be sure to check the Ice Racing Bulletin before driving up!
Also, please remember that Pre-Registration is REQUIRED! If you read the Rules on the website, you can see that you need to Pre-Register ONCE for the SEASON for EACH driver-vehicle-tire combination. If ANY of those three items will be different at the next event you attend, you MUST either Pre-Register again, or in certain circumstances you may e-mail me.
Please, PLEASE read all the Rules on the website! Almost every question can be answered there. Thanks for your cooperation, and keep your fingers crossed for some cold weather later this week!
See you on the ice soon!
Stan Jackson Jr.
Boston Chapter BMW CCA
Ice Racing CoordinatorVOTE FOR JOHN SULLIVAN NORTH ATLANTIC REGION VICE PRESIDENT
PAPER BALLOTS & ELECTRONIC VOTING NEEDS TO BE SENT/COMPLETED BY FEB. 26th
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| How late in the day do the ice races typically go? I just saw the bulletin indicating that we're on for Sunday, but I'm not missing the Superbowl, so I want to have an idea of when we'd be out of there.
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As a past participant I recall we generally got done by lunch. So unless you are traveling a huge distance you'll have no trouble getting home by 6:25
Chmeeee (2/4/2010)
How late in the day do the ice races typically go? I just saw the bulletin indicating that we're on for Sunday, but I'm not missing the Superbowl, so I want to have an idea of when we'd be out of there.
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| Great event yesterday, especially when the whole ice surface decided to shift! Apparently the ice was slippery, but I never noticed. Discovered that the Caddy makes a great hydraulic press for popping the bead on a tire. Dave
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Great event! I was able to get quite a few runs on the practice course. I wish we could set up an autocross like that. When will the results be posted?
Pete
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It was a good event.
I'm building some bolt tires for the next one.
On that note: would anybody be interested in a group buy for studs? I'm thinking about buying a bulk package of elevator bolts (maybe 10,000 or so), as well as washers and nuts. I can put together kits that will be easy to install and which won't lose air after inflation. Elevator bolts are handy because it's like a bolt and a fender washer in one, so it has lots of sealing area. They're not handy because they're really expensive in low volumes.
Like these: 
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| Those bolts look interesting, but I can see a problem. When I made my bolt tires, the first step is to drill the holes from the outside. When you try to push the bolts through from the inside (I used 1.5" fender washers on the inside), it is very difficult since you are going through many layers of steel belts. I ended up screwing the bolts through with a drill. I feel you may have a difficult time inserting the elevator bolts. With the fixed washer on the inside you should be able to tighten the nuts on without the whole bolt spinning. Another tip for any type of bolt, use bead sealer on each bolt before inserting it through the tire, this may help prevent leaks later on, although I'm not 100% sure it does any good based on the amount of air my tires leak. Dave
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I had no problem bolting my tires from the inside. These are carriage bolts though, so we'll see how they hold up - i'm concerned about them ripping out. I should be able to use a tube without anything protecting it, though. I couldn't afford any fancy hardware for these, since i'm jobless at the moment. :-/
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Seriously that's what you run?? lol COOL Can't imagine the ice likes that too much.
So lets see some pictures from the event. I was planning on coming up to watch Sunday but came down with a nasty cold that I'm still trying to get over.
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Sniper - I'd be a little concerned without washers on the inside of the tire. Not sure if they'll pull through or not. On the plus side, with the smooth surface of the carriage bolts, a tube might work just fine without a liner. I'm running three of my tires without tubes and they do hold air, for awhile. Just bring a good air compressor, not one of those 12v ones, you'll burn it up real fast. If I'm there you are welcome to use mine.
Here are a few pictures from this and past years:
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Dave
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