The Ring 2017

[Dave292]

Any updates on the 2017 ACR at the "Ring"? Thought the last time I read an update the attempt to set the record was scheduled for July.

[Fatboy 18]

I've been trying to find out too, I heard from a Swiss owner it was yesterday, but then the Ring was showing that as a Public practise day, so that rumor was not true, I have heard from some other people it could be Thursday Friday next week? I have even asked the ring direct and they are saying nothing either :-(
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[Dave292]

I find it interesting that on the Viper Forum, with so many members contributing to the effort, there is, as far as I know, no new information on the date. Is this just a secret?

[Policy Limits]

Hope it's not because the lap times were so bad. Yikes. Haha.

[Fatboy 18]

I find it interesting that on the Viper Forum, with so many members contributing to the effort, there is, as far as I know, no new information on the date. Is this just a secret?

Goes to show what they think of the Viper community! Happy to take money but no feedback for the fans!

[GTSilver]

Guys today is the final day for taking any more contributions for the ring run. I think it'll be in the next few days as there won't be more contributions and I'm sure that Russ will update all of us. Also there is a dedicated FB page for the run that will be updated.

Yousif

[Pappy]

Goes to show what they think of the Viper community! Happy to take money but no feedback for the fans!

I don't think that is really true. After watching GM being pressured for a Ring time for the C7 Z06 Corvette for 3 years, with years of testing, probable over-heating issues, one wrecked car, and no official time, I can see why the Viper effort would be close-hold until results can be released. Just hope they are good and the release is as classy as the 13-track record release in 2015! Sport Auto finally released a Z06 time and video - 7:13:9 - an okay time but not really that good considering improvements over the C6 Corvette (2011 ZR1 ran 7:19), better tire technology, and a somewhat improved track. However, if you have been watching the recent C7 ZR1 testing at the Ring (several videos on YouTube), that thing is a beast and will probably give the ACR a run for its money - big wing, improved cooling (probably at the expense of aero drag), and power reported to be well in excess of 700 HP.

Pappy

[Brad00GTS]

I think they want to make a big deal of the results. I remember being at VOI 10 when they revealed the video of the last record run. Very exciting!

[texasram]

Goes to show what they think of the Viper community! Happy to take money but no feedback for the fans!

You remind me of the customers i deal with at work and more so my wife with this type of comment

[AZTVR]

I think that one issue is that these guys are probably more of the type that don't get on the forums and facebook and internet every day looking for information to consume. Therefore, they don't understand how "hungry" the audience is. They aren't entertainers like those in the news media who report every step and utterance. Plus, if they are in-country, they are probably busy !!!

[Fatboy 18]

I don't think that is really true. After watching GM being pressured for a Ring time for the C7 Z06 Corvette for 3 years, with years of testing, probable over-heating issues, one wrecked car, and no official time, I can see why the Viper effort would be close-hold until results can be released. Just hope they are good and the release is as classy as the 13-track record release in 2015! Sport Auto finally released a Z06 time and video - 7:13:9 - an okay time but not really that good considering improvements over the C6 Corvette (2011 ZR1 ran 7:19), better tire technology, and a somewhat improved track. However, if you have been watching the recent C7 ZR1 testing at the Ring (several videos on YouTube), that thing is a beast and will probably give the ACR a run for its money - big wing, improved cooling (probably at the expense of aero drag), and power reported to be well in excess of 700 HP.

Pappy

As I earlier said, if this was an FCA thing I could understand the secrecy. But this is a Fan thing by people passionate about the car. Personally I have Zero interest in any other Dodge Product with 4 seats.

All we wanted to know was when it was likely to be run. Some people have paid 10K for a VIP trip to the ring to watch it, thats fine, Im sure they will be having nice hotels and dinners. The ring is a Big place with many areas where the public can spectate. A few of us wanted to drive over and watch this but we are being told sweet FA because we have not paid 10k. I had no wish to rub noses with the people working on the car and the 10k fans watching from the pits, we just wanted to spectate somewhere else around the circuit and say we saw the car on track. Nothing more
We would not even know what the lap time would be as its not broadcast around the ring.

[Fatboy 18]

You remind me of the customers i deal with at work and more so my wife with this type of comment

Well mate, I'm a paid up member here and I have also contributed to the record attempt twice.

So i think that shows some dedication to the cause.
You have yourself a good day.

[Dave292]

Guys today is the final day for taking any more contributions for the ring run. I think it'll be in the next few days as there won't be more contributions and I'm sure that Russ will update all of us. Also there is a dedicated FB page for the run that will be updated.

Yousif

I can only speak for myself but, I am not a Facebook fan or member. I contributed to the effort and all I expect is for someone involved with the project to keep me informed of the progress and dates. I am not seeing that happen. There seems to be a lot of speculation and little facts. I'm just disappointed at the way this is progressing.

[ViperGTS]

Let's do it like the Brits from 'SmallBritain'.
Sit back and have a tea or two.
Wait till the result shows up.
+ or -.
Who knows!
Man up.IMAG0251.jpgThat's how I do it till the time will be published... :-)

[bigmacsmallfries]

What is there to report on? They're practicing and will practice more, and then try to beat the record when they've paid time to reserve the track. Sounds like it's this week coming up, no harm in that. Sure one or two posts wouldn't be too bad.

[99RT10]

Let's do it like the Brits from 'SmallBritain'.
Sit back and have a tea or two.
Wait till the result shows up.
+ or -.
Who knows!
Man up.IMAG0251.jpgThat's how I do it till the time will be published... :-)

You're spoiled with the great roads and the better bier

[ViperGTS]

yes.

[TrackAire]

This was posted from the Official Press Release thread....if I'm reading it correctly J. Dophin will be sending out updates, etc via Facebook. Lets hope this is true as it would be very exciting to follow along. Appears he works for Prefix. See post #88
https://driveviper.com/forums/thread...ing-ACRs/page4

While at the Nurburgring, I will be shooting a lot of video and photos, sending regular updates, and posting on Facebook LIVE to show everyone some of the "Behind the scenes" stuff. Next week I will send out a notice as to how to make sure everyone who is interested has access to the posts. Everyone at PREFIX is very proud to be part of this effort.

Thanks
Jhan R. Dolphin
Director Sales & Marketing
PREFIX Corp

[Snakebit10]

Yet another Dolphin and Viper combo. However, I like this one a lot better lol. Cant wait for the updates. Thanks for posting that info.

[Purple Haze]

I would agree with this...

I think that one issue is that these guys are probably more of the type that don't get on the forums and facebook and internet every day looking for information to consume. Therefore, they don't understand how "hungry" the audience is. They aren't entertainers like those in the news media who report every step and utterance. Plus, if they are in-country, they are probably busy !!!

[Policy Limits]

Can't wait to see the lap times. Even if the ring record isn't taken back I suspect the times will be respectable in the most epic snake ever made!

[Russ Oasis]

Guys,
Don't think that those of us who have organized the effort don't care about everyone who has contributed and the entire Viper Nation. The reality is that SOME comments on the forums are SO off the mark that they can't be addressed. This has been an effort of gargantuan proportions and has taken a small army of people to cover all the details. It's pretty close to organizing one of the old, big, VOI's.
Yes, the time is near. We are not giving out specifics because we don't want a large crowd, (including those from other car companies who wish us bad luck), to interfere with what we need to do. You will get daily updates from Kumho Tire and Jhan Dolphin from Prefix. Those of us on the ground in Germany will also post videos through the Ring King Facebook page. We will post our fastest lap, no matter what the time is.
There are two different cars, both completely stock (with the addition of harnesses and a roll bar for safety). One will be driven by Dominik Farnbacher, holder of the previous Viper record at The Ring in 2011, and the other car is driven by Luca Stolz, holder of the pole position in last years 24 Hours of Nurburgring. Kumho has been our GREAT supporter by giving us all the tires we have needed and asked for, so that we have fresh tires for each attempt. They have also provided us with a PR firm that will help get the information out on a daily basis. Prefix has loaned us spare parts and brain power. Teamtech gave us the harnesses. I hope that everyone in the Viper nation will use and support Kumho tires (as they truly are the best) and Prefix. These suppliers supported the Viper and the Viper Nation when others (who should have) were missing in action. Since Viper is stopping production, Kumho and Prefix had little to gain. They did it because they are one of us. I can't thank them enough.
No need to throw shade. The conspiracy theorists can take a short vacation. It's all coming VERY soon.

[Dave292]

Thank you for the update. Wishing you the best on this adventure.

[viperBase1]

Thanks Russ. I wasn't worried.. certainly mighty curious and eager.. standing by with fingers firmly crossed.

My method of coping with the anticipation is to take my Viper on a 3 hour romp through the San Diego hills (yesterday morning). EEEEeeeeOOOooooooWWooooo!!
Suddenly found myself driving through a Porsche Cars & Coffee event. By the looks I got from everyone there, safe to say I was the only Viper around.
Made me think of The Ring. For the rest of the drive I was pretending I was on the track.
Exhilarating to say the least.

Can't wait to see the lap times. Even if the ring record isn't taken back I suspect the times will be respectable in the most epic snake ever made!

Totally agree.

A new record would rock the entire world!
Somewhere in the Top 5 would be F'ing AWESOME.
Staying in the Top 10 for long long while would be INCREDIBLE.

You're spoiled with the great roads and the better bier.

yes.

Bollocks! San Diego is the Micro-Brew capital of the world!
Come on down. I'll be your designated driver and tour guide.

[ViperDC]

weird no info has come out