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Late to Grid - John Troche: A Lifetime of Motorsports
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Join Bill Snow on Late to Grid as he chats with John Troche, a 79-year-old autocrosser with a lifetime of motorsports experience. John shares his incredible journey, from owning a Cobra at 22 to conquering the autocross scene. Get ready for inspiring stories and valuable advice!
Key Takeaways:
- The thrill of owning a Cobra at 22: John's passion for cars started young, and his story of finding a classic Cobra is truly remarkable!
- Learn from the best: John shares his experience with legendary driver Bob Johnson, who taught him valuable racing techniques.
- Autocross is for everyone: John emphasizes how welcoming and accessible autocross is, encouraging anyone to give it a try.
- Preparation is key: John highlights the importance of walking the course and using tools like MapMyRun and voice recording to prepare.
- Continual learning: John underscores the importance of constantly learning new techniques and seeking advice from experienced drivers.
- Autocross offers a unique blend of social, competitive, and adrenaline-pumping fun!
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Thanks for listening and taking an interest in growing grassroots racing. The Late To Grid podcast shares the stories and inspiration that help listeners along their motorsports journey.
Find all episodes on the Atomic Autosports website.
Chapters
1. Introduction & Guest Intro (00:00:00)
2. Acquiring a Cobra at 22 (00:00:15)
3. AC Cobra vs. Shelby Cobra (00:00:49)
4. Family Influence & Early Motorsports (00:02:12)
5. Driver Schools & Bob Johnson (00:03:11)
6. First Club Race & Cobra Racing (00:04:48)
7. Cobra Racing & Exhaust System Debacle (00:05:40)
8. Regional Racing & Nelson Ledges (00:07:10)
9. Stepping Away from Regional Racing (00:09:22)
10. Discovering Autocross with His Son (00:11:16)
11. Autocrossing a Fiero and a BMW M3 (00:14:00)
12. Mini Cooper & Modification Pitfalls (00:16:30)
13. Transitioning to Rear-Wheel Drive & Nissan 350Z (00:19:25)
14. Autocross Groups & Current Season (00:21:24)
15. Advice for Beginners: Do It! (00:24:24)
16. Preparation for Autocross Events (00:27:08)
17. Walking the Course & MapMyRun (00:29:02)
18. Resources & Learning Tips (00:30:36)
19. GoPro Advice & Video Recording (00:33:13)
20. The Social & Competitive Aspects of Autocross (00:34:50)
21. Wrapping Up & Closing Remarks (00:36:01)
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