Zorros Racing taking on the Tecate Score Baja 500, 2014

El Mamito USMC · January 29, 2014

well guys my update..

the quad frame is on the shop and waiting to do some work on it and then blam... back to racing. on the engine

were still missing a lil bering that it got damage and couldn't use the oem one and the shaft for the tranny lever(the one pushing the clutch out inside the tranny) its to short., we have no idea why so were ordering a new and see whats up....

btw I already ordered my Drift Camera 720HD.. 55 bucks cant be beat...

and al ready found the base I want for my lights switchs

http://www.houser-racing.com/products/view/atv-kill-switch-mount-honda-trx450r-key-and-light-dashboard

Edited January 29, 2014 by El Mamito USMC

mawest · January 29, 2014

Nice man!!! Keep it up and you'll be riding in no time. Can't wait!!!!!!!!!!!!

Vasilios · January 30, 2014

well guys my update..

the quad frame is on the shop and waiting to do some work on it and then blam... back to racing. on the engine

were still missing a lil bering that it got damage and couldn't use the oem one and the shaft for the tranny lever(the one pushing the clutch out inside the tranny) its to short., we have no idea why so were ordering a new and see whats up....

btw I already ordered my Drift Camera 720HD.. 55 bucks cant be beat...

and al ready found the base I want for my lights switchs
http://www.houser-racing.com/products/view/atv-kill-switch-mount-honda-trx450r-key-and-light-dashboard

I have this piece and it's made really well. I have to mount it up still I'm just lacking time.

El Mamito USMC · January 31, 2014

Part of our ligth bar setup for the Baja.. ligths thanks to Baja Led

El Mamito USMC · February 7, 2014

New.parts. and still.pending the case saver and the chain guide

bvet4dog · February 7, 2014

x2 on the dirt works for getting shocks redone. I had mine done and i like it! The bonus is the linkage, it has a built in skidplate and sure can take a beating.

It's either dirtworks's redone stock shock or high end aftermarket shocks.

You've got great pics in this thread el mamito usmc.

El Mamito USMC · February 12, 2014

new (with me) clutch cover.. it holds a lil more oil,. so it helps .. plus all my clutch parts are Hinson.. so might as well...

Edited February 12, 2014 by El Mamito USMC

El Mamito USMC · February 17, 2014

I been informing myself about the best antenna fot our radios.. since u guy will br using mine ill get 3 and bill can get his own, if he wants..

OK, after more research, there is apparently a MX connector and a MXI connector. While they appear to be the same in all the photos, the MX tends to be more often associated with Motorola Radios while the MXI is more often associated with ICOM radios. So, with your frequency at 152.475, and Weatherman at 151.625, I suggest purchasing a Laird/Antenex #: EXH-155-MXI which is deigned for 150-160mhz range.
This antenna is 10.5 inches long and in my opinion will give you the greatest performance for your immediate application. The lower portion of the antenna is semi-rigid and the upper portion is semi-flexible. I use an almost identical antenna on my Yaesu radio and I'm quite pleased.
Your other option is to use a Laird/Antenex #: EXB-150-MXI
This antenna is only about 6" long and is designed for 150-162mhz.
Note: While the short length may be nice in the pack, the downside is your body will create more obstruction with the short antenna. You really want to get the antenna as high as possible to get the greatest performance. In addition, the longer antenna (provided it is designed for your frequency, the better quality transmission and reception you will obtain from it.)
Also, you will want to insure when you are positioned on your bike (quad) in your race/riding position, your antenna does not interfere with your helmet. It will be very uncomfortable to ave your antenna constantly rubbing and banging off the back side of your helmet for 500mi.
Here is a link where you should be able to purchase either of these antennas, or you can locate another source.
Good Luck
Gary

so after all the reading , ill be getting this one

http://www.theantennafarm.com/catalog/laird-tech-exh-155-mxi-2027.html

Edited February 17, 2014 by El Mamito USMC

El Mamito USMC · February 19, 2014

its alive... !!! now a brake in and then send the shocks to www.dirtworksmotorsports.com for service .... then were going to change the shims and add the extra parts and in april take it to www.racersedgeaz.com for dyno tunning, make sure the A/F is on the optimum

Vasilios · February 19, 2014

I have some bad news guys I was just at the doctors, due to some serious knee issues, I have to go in for some more testing this weekend, hopefully I just strained it. Something is moving around inside my knee. I can walk no problem, but stairs and being bent for any amount of time is killing me. I think the snowboarding for 25 years might be catching up. I'll keep you guys posted. In the mean time we might need to start looking for a replacement for myself. Sorry Boys I'm hoping for the best. Also any money I have already thrown in, I do not want back, it's only fair.

mawest · February 19, 2014

AH CRAP!!!! This is not what I wanted to read. I hope all goes well for you. Keep us posted. Good luck!!!

mawest · February 19, 2014

Alright guys I have made 2 phone calls this morning. I have 2 buddies that are not racing at the time but have raced in the past. They are going to mule it over and talk with their better half and get to me. I will keep you posted ASAP.

El Mamito USMC · February 20, 2014

Btw guys this is what i mean that we need to be SUPER EXTRA MEGA CAREFUL while prerunning

stinky93071 · February 20, 2014

my backup guy is willing to jump in if something goes wrong..

El Mamito USMC · February 20, 2014

my backup guy is willing to jump in if something goes wrong..

Tell him to sign up and lets meet him...

stinky93071 · February 20, 2014

he will be here in sec.. trying to get logged in and read up..

Vasilios · February 21, 2014

Specialist on Saturday. I am hoping for good news. On the bright side the knee is feeling ok right now, and the swelling is going down. I'm hopefull, I really want to run baja.

Vasilios · February 23, 2014

Ok the doc says if I want to continue doing all the fun things I like to do, I am going to need to get operated on, or put my life on permanent hold and get fat, and do nothing that I like to do. So my choice is the surgery and rehab, because sitting at home is a waste of life. So unfortunately I am going to have to bow out regretfully. Again any monies I have thrown in I do not want back at least a piece of me will be there. Do you guys need another radio, I did go out and buy an icom like mamito was talking about. I'll send it out to whom ever, it will not get used by me anyway. I'm sorry guys, I can't sit on the couch the rest of my life. I need to fix this problem. Good luck boys.

trx450 man · February 24, 2014

Mamito I have a few questions for you, (I tried to read the most I could but there is 24 pages of post), just to sum up.

How much is needed per rider? (~$1500)

Days planned for pre-running? as team or individual?

I am interested in joining I am in the process of determining days I would need off from work to see if I can make it official.

Background:

6-01" 185 lbs

Raced: Quads, Jeep Rock crawling, Jr. Dragsters and Mountain Bike

Bike: 07 TRX450 - Desert set up

El Mamito USMC · February 24, 2014

Again any monies I have thrown in I do not want back at least a piece of me will be there. Do you guys need another radio, I did go out and buy an icom like mamito was talking about. I'll send it out to whom ever, it will not get used by me anyway. I'm sorry guys, I can't sit on the couch the rest of my life. I need to fix this problem. Good luck boys.

dude its sad to hear this, but Baja will always be there, and fuckuing up a joint and not talking care of it will only prevennt you from doinig Baja later in life.. and youll be sure your presence will be missed but wi´ll photoshop you in a few pics you so dont feel bad, LOL... }

hey and as for that radio, send it my way,,, im sure we can use it.. thanks

Mamito I have a few questions for you, (I tried to read the most I could but there is 24 pages of post), just to sum up.

How much is needed per rider? (~$1500)
Days planned for pre-running? as team or individual?

I am interested in joining I am in the process of determining days I would need off from work to see if I can make it official.

Background:
6-01" 185 lbs
Raced: Quads, Jeep Rock crawling, Jr. Dragsters and Mountain Bike
Bike: 07 TRX450 - Desert set up

ok Medina... heres the basic brake down..

1- yes 1.5 K is the basic fund. with that is to cover the rooms, gas, 3 meals a day, membership, Baja pits, entry fee, tracker fee. its highly recommended that your guys bring your own money just in case we do run out of money from the main pot. any left over money from it will be divided in 4 to the riders..

2- travel day is may 31 , saturday. if you live in Phnx, youll meet us in the I-8 and I-10, near casa grande. there you join us and drive with us. its going to be a few vehicles since we also have a team from Hermosillo Sonora, joining us and traveling with us.. ill have an open 16ft trailer with my quad and chirs quad(he comes from Dallas), the other rider Mark is from Vegas and he'll drive down directly... there. soin total will be 3-4 chase trucks, yours , mines, chris and my wifes cherokee if needed.

3- pre running will be as pair or team if any one wants. so if all 4 want to go and get some by all means ... the more the safer ill be ..

4- so days off its from may 31 to june 8th

5- paypal for the deposit: zorrosracingbaja5002014@gmail.com

ok heres a few questions of mine:

1- have you ever race Baja or district 38 or any desert race? where? when?

2-how smart and safe rider are you, in total honestly? reason is that we need to take care of the quad so we can deliver it to the next rider,

3- one of the conditions of being a team member is that if parts are need to fix the quad are you willing to "brake apart" your quad to fix mine or use yours to keep racing..

4- are you ok with twist throttle? since its whats on my quad ...

5- are you mechanicly inclined ? so you can do the basic repairs on it and know what your doing.

6- are you willing to accept the uniform fees and get the uniforms we already ordered to be made? your about Vasilios size so you should be good..

post some pics of you and your quad, so we can see ya... and accpet me with my Zorros RT fb acct so we can talk..

any questions????

trx450 man · February 24, 2014

ok heres a few questions of mine:

1- have you ever race Baja or district 38 or any desert race? where? when?

Desert race with AZOP, chased in Baja 2012, 2013, Riding since I was 7 yrs old mostly desert and mountains.

2-how smart and safe rider are you, in total honestly? reason is that we need to take care of the quad so we can deliver it to the next rider,

It's an endurance race should I say more... been around desert racing since I was a little kid.

3- one of the conditions of being a team member is that if parts are need to fix the quad are you willing to "brake apart" your quad to fix mine or use yours to keep racing..

Not a problem I would suggest replacing a few of your bike parts with mine before the race if everything works out.

4- are you ok with twist throttle? since its whats on my quad ...

I prefer twist throttle, actually I have a dual gasser if necesary.

5- are you mechanicly inclined ? so you can do the basic repairs on it and know what your doing.

Yes I am mechanically inclined.

6- are you willing to accept the uniform fees and get the uniforms we already ordered to be made? your about Vasilios size so you should be good..

How much is the uniform fee's? and what does it include? Can I order more?

FB accepted

El Mamito USMC · February 24, 2014

ok heres a few questions of mine:

1- have you ever race Baja or district 38 or any desert race? where? when?

Desert race with AZOP, chased in Baja 2012, 2013, Riding since I was 7 yrs old mostly desert and mountains.

2-how smart and safe rider are you, in total honestly? reason is that we need to take care of the quad so we can deliver it to the next rider,

It's an endurance race should I say more... been around desert racing since I was a little kid.

3- one of the conditions of being a team member is that if parts are need to fix the quad are you willing to "brake apart" your quad to fix mine or use yours to keep racing..

Not a problem I would suggest replacing a few of your bike parts with mine before the race if everything works out.

4- are you ok with twist throttle? since its whats on my quad ...

I prefer twist throttle, actually I have a dual gasser if necesary.

5- are you mechanicly inclined ? so you can do the basic repairs on it and know what your doing.

Yes I am mechanically inclined.

6- are you willing to accept the uniform fees and get the uniforms we already ordered to be made? your about Vasilios size so you should be good..

How much is the uniform fee's? and what does it include? Can I order more?

FB accepted

great replys... the uniform its short and botto crew shirt (so matching shorts and shirt) and extra tshirt.

if you bring some friends , not a problem 2-3 guys that can help chase great.. do you speak spanish? my quad its 100 ready for Baja, i been going since 04.. you can try and read the thread ( to many that i dont know where the pics are) and theres some pics of it. ill post more once its fully done...

and im glad to have another Baja expert rider... since the only one that been there is me.. and once i get on the quad, all my friends dont speak english and my other riders dont speak spanish, LOL...

we also hired a professional photographer to cover the entire prerunn and race.. D&D photography https://www.facebook.com/DyDPHOTOGRAPHY11 so OUR adventure will be recorded..

the uniforms will be bougth from https://www.facebook.com/IRDesigns so

as you can see where going all out... like pros... even so we dont ride like so, LOL...

were going to stay in Hotel Cortez.. already coordinated with the mannager...

some questions:

1|-do you have a radio in your truck to talk to the bikes_

2- what truck you have and do you have an enclosed trailer?

3- who will be / migth be coming with you?

mawest · February 25, 2014

Hey man it sounds like you know what's going on. if it works out we would love to have you on the team. do you have any pictures of your quad?? i need to take some time and up load some. I have a few on facebook

El Mamito USMC · March 4, 2014

this is how I run my FCI filter to protect it against sand and fine dust..

and to make sure we can put all the engine power to the ground...

El Mamito USMC · March 4, 2014

some good pics from Laguna Salada... in this past San Felipe 250 , if every thing goes the same , this should be Stinky section..

I have a ton more of them but here's a selection of the motos & quads zipping over the lakebed at Laguna Del Diablo. Super flat, super straight so they were really hauling ass coming across.

4x coming past, running 2nd.