FWIW, in terms of Mini speeds at tracks in vintage trim and in 1970's trim,
an interesting point is that the current vintage "track record" for a Mini
at Mosport is about a mid 1:42, done on Dunlop CR-70 soft compound
tires. The tires lasted almost one 20 minute session from brand new to
cords, for trivia fans. A real good time for Bulova Cup Mini's on slicks
was apparently 1:45 or so.
A testament to HP and lack of imagination (fear!) on the part of Brad
Baker, the driver! I watched the session at Turn Two, and it was highly
entertaining watching Brad pass a Trans-Am type Mustang on the outside of
Turn Two, between the apexes, on two wheels, about five laps in a
row. Contributed greatly to my giving up Mini Racing, in fact...
Brian
At 09:40 AM 07/27/2000 -0400, you wrote:
>In a message dated 07/26/2000 11:43:45 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
>Grossac@aol.com writes:
>
><< Chris Gross
> Ex-Mini racer, now vintage Sprite driver. >>
>
>1971 D Sedan National Champion, no less!
>
>Jack Woehrle
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