Fall Import Showdown 2005 - October 9th

[paulblackgsx]

Import Atlanta will be here covering the Fall event and will have a booth! If you didn't come to the Spring event, you definitely missed out.

The Import Showdown is one of the southeast hottest and fastest growing drag events. Our unique style of true, heads up competitions and open runs (test and tune passes) has driven our success. No bracket racing, no racing for the closest ET. Simply put, the first one down the track wins. At the spring event more than 750 people made the trek from all over the southeast to watch 130 cars make passes. We paid out nearly $3000 dollars in cash to our 5 classes. Our event motto is simple: it's all about the racing. And it's designed for everyone to come and enjoy: competitive, sportsman, test and tune, or just watch.

The Import Showdown is not for profit and is put on by GA DSM. 95%+ of all money collected is returned to the event. Any remaining funds are returned to the sponsoring club, GA DSM. It's held twice a year at Silver Dollar Raceway in Reynolds, GA. It's relaxed, it's fun, and it's all about the racing!

Despite the name, the event is open to EVERYONE. Import, Domestic - doesn't matter. You will find nearly every make and model vehicle at our event - Hondas, Nissans, DSMs, BMWs, Ford, Chevys, Mercedes, Toyotas... you name it. We do limit competition classes based on number of cylinders, power adders, etc so be sure to check the website for competition rules. We do not limit competitions based on make/model. Test and tune is open to any vehicle (including bikes) that meet that track safety requirements.

If you are a spectator, not only is this some of the best and most competitive sportsman racing in the southeast. We also have over $2000 dollars in giveaways. Dyno tuning from Batlground, Gift Certificates from Evolution Auto Design and 3SX Performance, subscriptions and issues from Grassroots Motorsports, TShirts from Sprayglo, and more.

We're exicted about the Fall 2005 event and with the continue success of the Spring event, we're looking to BIG things in 2006! Please come out, enjoy the event, and share your suggestions. This event is for YOU, the people who run and watch!

You can find details on classes, rules, directions, hotels, availability of race gas, and more at the official site: www.importshowdown.com

Event: Import Showdown Fall 2005 Presented by Batlground Engineering
What: Drag Racing Competitions and Test and Tune Runs
When: Sunday, October 9th, 10am gates open
Where: Silver Dollar Raceway - Reynolds, GA (www.silverdollarraceway.com)
Cost: $10 gate fee (race or watch, collected by the track) - Racing: $15 via pre-registration, $20 day of
More Info: www.importshowdown.com

[tony]

I will be there for sure, I've been looking forward to this all summer.

[Allshow97]

Hope to see you and holly there Paul.

[Elmo_dsm]

Hope to see you and holly there Paul.

Oh you know we will be, you know we will be.

[B18c1Turboed]

Our crew will be there to take 1st 2nd and 3rd place home AGAIN!!!

[4dmin]

Great event come out and support these guys if you wanna see what its all about check out the coverage section!!!

[Allshow97]

Nice to see you finally got you own username Holly Keep the Elmo alive.

[93H22ACX]

For the lazy people:

Classes

Showdown Class

Tires: RWD - DOT Approved, AWD - radials, FWD - slicks

Cylinder Limit: 4 or 6 cylinder vehicles allowed

Power Adders: Multiple allowed

Prizes: Guaranteed Payout and Trophies



RWD Class



Tires: DOT Approved

Cylinder Limit: 4 or 6 cylinder vehicles allowed

Power Adders: One power adder allowed

Prizes: Payouts and Trophies



AWD Class



Tires: Radials (Drag Radials ok)

Cylinder Limit: 4 or 6 cylinder vehicles allowed

Power Adders: One power adder allowed

Prizes: Payouts and Trophies



FWD Class



Tires: Radials (Drag Radials ok)

Cylinder Limit: 4 or 6 cylinder vehicles allowed

Power Adders: One power adder allowed

Prizes: Payouts and Trophies



All Motor Class



Tires: Radials (Drag Radials ok)

Cylinder Limit: 4 or 6 cylinder vehicles allowed

Power Adders: None allowed

Prizes: Payouts and Trophies



Tire rules clarifications:

Radial tires are defined by as any radial compound tire. This does not mean any DOT approved tire is allowed, it must be a radial tire. If you are unsure if your tires meets these rules, please email the event coordinators [email protected]



DOT Approved are defined as any tire which is DOT approved. This can be any compound, as long as they are street legal.



Rules That Apply To All Classes

• Must be a street legal vehicle with recent tag
  
• Must have front half of interior intact, including booth front seats. This includes carpeting and panels. A missing piece here or there is ok, no obvious stripping of the front half of the interior. Exception: Showdown class only requires complete dash, single seat.
  
• Exhaust is required, no open down pipes. Pipes that exit behind the front wheels and away from the vehicle or electronic cut outs are allowed.
  
• Fuel cells are OK if they are large enough (generally 8 gal. minimum) for street use. Fuel cells that are too small for normal driving are not allowed.
  
• Can not be a purpose built drag car (this is generally defined as cars that have modifications that eliminate their sportsman attributes that would only benefit drag racing, such as wheelie bars, race automatic transmission swaps, etc). If you are unsure, please ask!!
  
• Any (1) one vehicle can only enter (1) one class. You can not compete in more than one class with the same car.
  
• Vehicles can be brought to the event on a trailer, as long as the other rules are met.
  
• Vehicles must meet track/NHRA safety requirements
  
• The event coordinators have the right to modify these rules at any time they feel it is necessary to ensure a fun and fair day for everyone.
  
• Any attempt to get around these rules or gain an unfair advantage is grounds for disqualification.
  

Classes are based on turnout and competitiveness. Classes are not designed to keep anyone away, only to provide an entertaining and fair structure. Again, class and competition rules do not apply to the test and tune/open run portion of the event. If you have any questions or suggestions, please do not hesitate to talk to us!"

If you have any questions about whether your car meets the competition requirements, please email us at [email protected]

[93H22ACX]

paul....

if the dp goes under the car is that fine? im confused because of this statement: Pipes that exit behind the front wheels and away from the vehicle or electronic cut outs are allowed.

if ecut out is allowed, couldnt we run open downpipe?

[paulblackgsx]

paul....

if the dp goes under the car is that fine? im confused because of this statement: Pipes that exit behind the front wheels and away from the vehicle or electronic cut outs are allowed.

if ecut out is allowed, couldnt we run open downpipe?

If the downpipe is long enough to pass the front wheels and is directed away from the motor horizontally we are going to allow it. What we are trying to avoid is just an open dump straight out of the manifold or turbo (depending on yoursetup).

Hope that helps clear it up. If you have an open DP and it runs away from the engine and runs horizontally you will be fine. Wastegate dumps are exempted.

[93H22ACX]

coo

[paulblackgsx]

Pre-registration is now open, saves you $5 off the day of event price for those who are going to be racing.

[KevinT707]

I will definitely pre-register & will def be there

[SilverJester]

Yeah ill be there, don't know know if I'm running yet or not...I hope so.

btw when you say "one power adder" does this mean twin tubos are out? Cause I could go without lining up next to some 3000gt's

[paulblackgsx]

Yeah ill be there, don't know know if I'm running yet or not...I hope so.

btw when you say "one power adder" does this mean twin tubos are out? Cause I could go without lining up next to some 3000gt's

Twin turbos would be counted as a single power adder. Twin charged (turbo and supercharger) would count as two.

[BTEC]

me and my crew will be dur fuh shizzle.

[SilverJester]

Twin turbos would be counted as a single power adder. Twin charged (turbo and supercharger) would count as two.

I was just joking but really I would rather not go up against any 3S's

[paulblackgsx]

I was just joking but really I would rather not go up against any 3S's

Definitely wouldn't want to line up against Armonds 3S without a doubt!

[BigWhiteOnes]

bump couple more weeks

[Genya]

Cant wait, got the hotel res. Hopefully can qualify awd quick 8.

[SilverJester]

hey jason how do you feel about running me this weekend? I wanna see how my cae stacks up to yours...it's finally running right.

[Genya]

Sure thing man, but getting the new clutch in as we speak. Should be ready the weekend after this. Waiting for the ceramic coating place to return my stuff so it can be put back together. First week in oct is good ill be out and around that week thur/fri.

[rolling_trip]

Sure thing man, but getting the new clutch in as we speak. Should be ready the weekend after this. Waiting for the ceramic coating place to return my stuff so it can be put back together. First week in oct is good ill be out and around that week thur/fri.

just make sure to stay away from the blue lights, this time

[SilverJester]

Sure thing man, but getting the new clutch in as we speak. Should be ready the weekend after this. Waiting for the ceramic coating place to return my stuff so it can be put back together. First week in oct is good ill be out and around that week thur/fri.

Awsome alright well i guess I'll see you then...just make sure you brake in that clutch before romping on it.

[KevinT707]

SilverJester will get raped by Genya, seriously .. not to hurt your feelings or anything but one of you 2 PM me & let me know when yall are going to Dallas, I'll watch if my car isn't running like, now

[Dragonfly5338]

wooo baby! i'm getting my clutch, i will be there.

[DeutscheBAG!]

wooo baby! i'm getting my clutch, i will be there.

guess woobies wont be eating for a while

[Dragonfly5338]

they're bubbies, not wubbies.

[Dark Side]

I just registered, I will be there too. All motor here I come, lol

[DeutscheBAG!]

I just registered, I will be there too. All motor here I come, lol

are u challenging the 200HP N/A BEAST?

[Dark Side]

Maybe or Maybe not ! But I am very proud of my little Rat, he is all grown up now and he is coming to kick ass and take names.

[Dragonfly5338]

Maybe or Maybe not ! But I am very proud of my little Rat, he is all grown up now and he is coming to kick ass and take names.

you tell rat i'm waiting hahaha

[Nemesis]

Do you all think the turnout this year will be less since the gas prices are gonna go up?

[paulblackgsx]

Do you all think the turnout this year will be less since the gas prices are gonna go up?

Always hard to say, but I haven't heard anyone mention the price of gas as a reason for not showing. I imagine car pooling will be up though.

[paulblackgsx]

A week away. See everyone Sunday!

[Tracer]

I might be there to run. Don't know for sure yet. It all depends how I feel on that day.

[Chuckster]

i will be there to spectat

[The Ren]

I think the EM crew is coming.. some will run some will spectate...

[Tracer]

So who's racing in what class?

[iloveboost]

Classes are based on turnout and competitiveness. Classes are not designed to keep anyone away, only to provide an entertaining and fair structure. Again, class and competition rules do not apply to the test and tune/open run portion of the event. If you have any questions or suggestions, please do not hesitate to talk to us!

So why is it FWD cars can use slicks, but RWD/AWD cars cannot? If this is truely about everything being fair, why not let everyone use slicks or make everyone use street tires?