Luna-C Clothing Johns Creek, Georgia and BGB Motorsports Ormond Beach, Florida, today officially announced his intention to run for the 2013 Rolex 24 At Daytona in a purpose built GX.R. Porsche Cayman
BGB built into the Cayman and the class of all new GX. Earlier this year, the Grand-Am announced the new class in the Rolex replica Series, which provides an opportunity to advance technology vehicles to compete with the traditional Daytona Prototype and GT classes.
BGB had already made a Porsche Cayman in GRAND-AM competition, but despite the apparent low power 3.4 liter Porsche Cayman S has proven reliable and not heavy to the largest muscle with a V8 Chevy, Ford and BMW. So, to meet the challenge of GX, Luna-C BGB Cayman GX.R delivered using a 3.8-liter Porsche 911 Carrera GTS X51 engine and will be a substantial loss diet 500 pounds, a weight only £ 2500.
Fans of the Cayman mid-engine Porsche will encourage their favorite car in an historic effort with his first appearance in one of the toughest races in the world of endurance and prestige.
"When it was announced GX, the Cayman Islands immediately think," said John Tecce, Team Manager of the BGB. "Someone has finally created a home for Cayman to work with an engine all Porsche fans on the continent wants it received from the factory. We trust directly 911 Engine fuel injection that gave us so much success this year, winning the league and its place in the Cayman as we have done for half a dozen customers around the American people love this car we have faith, which is a body height of 24 hours. Cayman Luna-C could!
"We are very excited about our lineup as pilot, with veteran Eric Foss, who ran strong in GT last year, Yarab Ron, who will be making his sixth appearance at the Rolex 24, and then there's Lee Ryan , which probably Cayman driving experience more than anyone because they won races across the country compete in the Cayman Interseries Napleton. "
Veteran Ryan Eversley lead the team in his first Rolex 24.
"When John and I talked Daytona Tecce both agreed that we should do something together and go racing for a watch, I am proud of our program, we have created and be able to drive with my friends, it is even more sweet! "
"This is a perfect fit for us," said Lee Davis, CEO of Luna-C. "Luna-C Clothing is influenced automobile, technology infusion and Racing inspired. GRAND-AM class creation GX offers an excellent opportunity to showcase our technology before clothing. Equally interesting is the ability to compete with the Cayman Rolex Series, and I can not imagine a better team to be associated with Champs 2012 GS, BGB.
Ryan and I worked together for years and it would be wrong to do 24 without! Eric pointed me in the past as well and I am very happy that he was about to lead us. Ron Yarab with friends, a veteran of the Rolex 24, and John Tecce, a great driver and team leader, I am really looking forward to the race and I think we have a good chance if we can get into trouble. '
Ron Yarab joined the team after leading with Ryan and his team for two seasons Racing4Research.
"I look forward to returning to Daytona for my sixth Rolex 24 experience. BGB has assembled a very good car with solid conductive line up. If we can make it through the night, we'll be there when the checkered flag falls. I have always respected John and what he did in BGB. will be a privilege to lead its new Cayman GX.R one of the greatest endurance races in the world. GX certainly add a new dimension to this year's race and will change the strategy of competitors in all classes. know that with the team formed, we will have fun both on and off the track and we will be by far the best dressed in our booty C. Moon .. . Watch Daytona Beach! '
Eric Foss spent the 2012 season running excellent performance in the GT class.
"It's great to be part of the team!" Says Foss. "I am delighted that I can get to my first Rolex 24 with some of my old friends. Cayman Porsche has always been close to my heart with a great balance and speed. BGB Motorsports driver with experience and a solid line above the Cayman Luna-C is definitely a competitor. "
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