NCRS Judging
Help. I am coming to Kissimmee for the first time judging.
How do I get rid of the nervous jitters?
How do I get rid of the nervous jitters?
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You go to the Blue Max, drink, drink, and talk to others who will hold your hand. Good Luck. Bill -
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Dont stress out too much. Treat it as a learning experience and have fun. Its not worth stressing out over. If you keep an open mind, you will gain a wealth of knowledge.
BoyanComment
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1963 Corvette Conv. 327/360 NCRS Top Flight
2006 Corvette Conv. Velocity Yellow NCRS Top Flight
1956 Chevy Sedan. 350/4 Speed Hot RodComment
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Chuck, Nice to sse that you are up early. We are in Punta Gorda for four days. Will see you and Pat Wednesday. Whatever Judging Division, I am sure that the TL will look after our nervous friend.
Scott
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Paul, the best advise that anyone can offer you is once it's your turn to have your car judged simply find yourself a comfortable chair and watch from the sidelines. Let the judges do their thing and when or if needed answer any questions they may have. You will have ample time after your car has been judged to discuss any discrepancies that may come up. If a particular issue can't be resolved with the judges discuss the matter with the team leader. There will be someone there who has the final say so.
Always remember these folks have lots of experience judging cars. I fully understand and I'm sure they do as well how devoted one can be to a car and as a car owner we do not like to be told we did something wrong. It's no big deal. You will have a great time and don't worry. Your car is what it is.
Wishing you all the best,
Craig Willetts
1964 #21160
5 x NCRS Top Flight
1 x Bloomington GoldComment
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Good Morning Scott.
Yeah, I can't break the old habit of getting up early.
Speaking of "early", we're leaving early Thursday morning. I'm travelling over with "The Coach" and Jim Moran.
Jack packed up the canopy for you and Kay. We'll be getting there about 10'ish on Thursday. We have a vendor's spot. I'm not sure where it's located. We're all staying at the Sera Lago.
Paul, I was nervous the first time I had a car judged too. It's only natural, the "fear of the unknown".
Just bring a lawn chair and RELAX.
Also, I'd advise you not to waste too much time cleaning your car. It's not a NCCC "concours", it's not a "dirt hunt".
Chuck1963 Corvette Conv. 327/360 NCRS Top Flight
2006 Corvette Conv. Velocity Yellow NCRS Top Flight
1956 Chevy Sedan. 350/4 Speed Hot RodComment
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Paul,
I have been through the process twice in the last 18 months, both local and regional and it was stressful for me as well. My best piece of advice, stand back, be prepared to answer questions or open doors, hood, etc. but don't get too close to the judges.
You will see them writing and making notes and it will add to your stress when in acutuality they may be minor points or informational only.
I can truly say that although tough, every judge wanted to help make my car better and were very happy to explain any deduct and offer ways to correct. Try to enjoy the day.
Gary
New England Chapter NCRSComment
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Paul,
Jut remember that you can have your car judged as many times as you want. It's not a one shot deal. If you're disappointed with the the results of this event, go down the list of deducts and pick out the ones that you wish to correct, fix them when you're ready and have it judged again. It's a new blank slate at each meet.
Make sure that everything works on the car that will be tested in the ops section. Each oops in ops is 25 points, they can add up in a hurry!Comment
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Paul,
Congrats on getting your car ready for judging!! As Craig mentioned, your car is what it is. It's exiting to see what other enthusiasts like yourself say about your pride and joy. Thing to remember is that 99.99% of the judges have been in the exact same place as you are, having their car judged for the first time. As the saying goes "They feel your pain!!" and have had these same anxiety attacks. Try to remember it will be time spent with other Corvette lovers enjoying their hobby!!
ENJOY!!!
P.S. If that doesn't work head for the Blue Max!!Comment
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Paul
Start off the morning with a Bloody Mary.That should calm you down.Comment
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What are you nervous about? Do not worry about how the car will be judged or what others will think about your car; as others noted this is an iterative process and we are all here to learn and enjoy these old cars. Very few people hit a home run first time at bat.
As someone noted above, lots of writing during the judging process does not necessarily mean the judges are deducting points. Often judges write down every part number simply to show that they looked at it and as justification for not deducting points.Comment
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Paul,
Try to relax and enjoy the experience. We have all been there ourselves.
Edit add: If all else fails try drugs.
You can get 10 bonus points for a battery cut-off switch, fire extinguisher and NCRS decal. You can pick up the NCRS decal from the NCRS booth at the meet. A modest size fire extuingisher cab be had from the big-box store of your choice, or even your local hardware store. The battery cut-off is a little harder to find, but I have seen them at Rv supply stores -- Bass Pro and Camping World, or if you have time by mail order from an ad in The Driveline
Good LuckLast edited by Terry M.; January 19, 2010, 09:41 PM.TerryComment
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