Carreras
News
August 12, 2012
**PAN AM CREATES TWO NEW CLASSES
**PAN AM ROUTE 2014: STAY TUNED
**10TH CHIHUAHUA
EXPRESS, APRIL 23-25, 2015
**COYOTE CONVOY PLANS
**CLASSIFIEDS – ISO DRIVERS,
CO-DRIVERS, AND CREW
**CARS FOR SALE
**LEGAL
**CONTACT INFO
**PAN AM CREATES TWO NEW
CLASSES
According to a special bulletin, the Organizing
Committee has created two more competition classes for 2014: Concept Cars
and Hot Rods.
The rules for the Hot Rod class are a bit
vague in places, but the cars are to be prepared like Turismo Mayor cars,
except V8s are limited to 306 c.i. engines, and the cars must meet a minimum
weight of 2800 lbs. (Turismo Mayor cars must weigh at least 3300 lbs,)
**PAN AM ROUTE 2014:
STAY TUNED
Thus far the details of the Pan Am’s 2014 route have not
been posted on the official website.
Check out the basic map at:
Also check out
this short video on Durango, the event’s final destination.
**10TH CHIHUAHUA EXPRESS, APRIL 23-25, 2015
It’s time to make a commitment to
the Express next spring. Just about any
car is eligible. The entry fee is $2750
until December 31. 1000 miles of stage
rally racing. 300 at high speed. A great
introduction to road racing in Mexico.
If you just want to come down and check it out a more modest speeds, try
the Tour for $1250. It is a
time-to-distance rally at regular highway speeds. www.chihuahuaexpress.com
**COYOTE CONVOY PLANS
On Saturday, October 11, 2014 the 13th annual Coyote
Convoy will cross into Mexico from Laredo, Texas for the trip to the start of
La Carrera Panamericana. That evening
and the next night, it will stop in San Miguel de Allende, a major tourist
attraction, for a little R & R. It
will arrive in Veracruz on Monday afternoon, Oct. 13, around 5 PM. Registration begins the next morning.
After the race ends in Durango, some of the cars and tow
vehicles will convoy the 500 miles back to Laredo. An over-night stop along the way is planned.
**CLASSIFIEDS – ISO DRIVERS,
CO-DRIVERS, AND CREW
Texas. A car owner-driver is
in search of a navigator for the Pan Am in October. The driver speaks Spanish and has competed in
the event, as well as the Chihuahua Express, several times. Some experience as a rally navigator and a
competitive spirit are desired, as well as some level of financial commitment.
Arizona. An experience Pan
Am and Chihuahua driver is interested in renting a solid car for the Pan Am in
October. The car should be turn-key
ready.
Arizona. A highly
experienced co-piloto and mechanic is looking for a ride in October.
California. An experienced
Pan Am driver and vintage racer, a younger fellow, is interested in being a
co-driver or navigator in October.
Colorado. An experience Pan
Am navigator is interested in joining a crew in October and will navigate with
a sensible driver.
Colorado. A car owner-driver
is looking for a qualified driver to handle her tow truck and trailer.
If you want to pursue any of these opportunities, please ask
the editor for the contact info.
WARNING: The editor of CARRERAS NEWS is pleased to
hook up competitors for the event, but he does not handle marriage counseling or
“divorces.” When you find Mr. or Ms. Right,
just make sure you have a firm understanding about the financial terms,
sleeping arrangements, affectional preferences, etc. before you head to Mexico. In some cases, a written contract might prove
useful.
**CARS FOR SALE
’54 Lincoln Capri. One-owner, all original Southern California
car. Restored in 2008. New brakes. Power
steering, brakes, windows and seats. An original
“Hot Rod Lincoln.” Maybe too nice to
race in Mexico. Call Bill at 415.465.9100. $25,000/B.O.
‘54
Lincoln Capri. Ready to race in
October. A famous competitor in La
Carrera, Chihuahua Express and Pikes Peak. 360 cu.in. Ford Racing engine with
650 cfm. Holley, remote oil cooler, aluminum radiator
H.D. T-5 5 speed close ratio trans., Ford 9" rear axle, 4:10 Detroit locker diff.
coil-overs, torque arm 3 link with panhard bar rear suspension, coil over front suspension,
NASCAR power steering, 6 piston Wilwood front calipers, 4 piston Wilwood rears,
Tilton pedal box assy with adj. brake bias. 28 gallon fuel cell, FIA approved Racetech seats
Monit Rally computer, Peltor intercom, Fast A/F meter, 2 on board fire systems.
fiberglass bumpers and inner fenders, Lexan windows, skid plate, rear difuser
extensive spares package, including molds, jigs and spare rolling body with frame
contact Bill Richert tel. 602-548-9368 e-m brichert@cox.net
H.D. T-5 5 speed close ratio trans., Ford 9" rear axle, 4:10 Detroit locker diff.
coil-overs, torque arm 3 link with panhard bar rear suspension, coil over front suspension,
NASCAR power steering, 6 piston Wilwood front calipers, 4 piston Wilwood rears,
Tilton pedal box assy with adj. brake bias. 28 gallon fuel cell, FIA approved Racetech seats
Monit Rally computer, Peltor intercom, Fast A/F meter, 2 on board fire systems.
fiberglass bumpers and inner fenders, Lexan windows, skid plate, rear difuser
extensive spares package, including molds, jigs and spare rolling body with frame
contact Bill Richert tel. 602-548-9368 e-m brichert@cox.net
Coca-Cola
Pan Am Buick. This
is a replica of the three ‘54 Buicks from Mexico that ran in the Original Pan
Am. It is reported to be a good driver,
four-speed and easy to update for the Pan Am, Original Pan Am class. Located in Monterey, California. Reduced to $19,900 USD/BO. Contact Steve Dole
at cashblankets@gmail.com. NB:
this car needs to run LCP again.
In addition to these three cars, we know of several more that are
available at different prices. Including a two-time champion of the event. Why build from scratch when so many nice cars
are available?
**LEGAL
Auto racing in any form is dangerous; rallying in Mexico is no
exception.
**CONTACT INFORMATION
Gerie Bledsoe, North American Coordinator
and Editor
La Carrera Panamericana and Chihuahua Express
224.999.7292 (Chicago) until August 17
850.660.1784 (North West
Florida) after August 20
LCP Main Office, Mexico City
+52-55-5586-6898
US Number 1-310-860-6959
www.lacarrerapanamericana.com.mx
team@lacarrerapanamericana.com.mx (entries, general info)
monica@lacarrerapanamericana.com.mx (hotels and entry fees)
Chihuahua Express
Chacho Medina, President
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