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anybody know just how radical ferraris wheelbase was on there F1 car last year?
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customfab
2008-03-11 23:36:34
(100 views)
Here you go....
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Rally_nutcase_1982
2008-03-12 18:35:16
(89 views)
It will be interesting to see how the new shorter wb F2008 does on the tighter tracks
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jbchinoca
2008-03-13 06:19:01
(64 views)
IIRC it was just a tad longer than most of the other cars...
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AutoXJunkie (Justin)
2008-03-12 06:46:13
(70 views)
2008 F1 season is upon us! I have a F1Manager.info Audiworld group set up for those interested!
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Stätus Josh
2008-03-11 09:52:20
(165 views)
I'm in! Billybobster Motorsport FTW! Super Best Friends FTW! (all I could afford after Swift Nick)
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billybobster
2008-03-13 13:46:14
(50 views)
Perhaps I meant the more alliterative "Quick Nick"...
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billybobster
2008-03-13 17:49:32
(58 views)
Thanks Josh....just joined ;-)
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Rally_nutcase_1982
2008-03-12 14:11:58
(57 views)
crazy! 47 people signed up so far! Damn! Last year there were like 10
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Stätus Josh
2008-03-12 14:29:50
(63 views)
LOL :-)....it will be fun....and the winner gets 50% off a set of Laguna seats :-)
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Rally_nutcase_1982
2008-03-12 16:05:46
(70 views)
I'd be up for throwing $5 or $10 in to somebody reliable to hold on to...
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a_CQ
2008-03-12 21:16:36
(64 views)
I would love to do this... but it might be too late since everyone is already in. We could post up a
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Stätus Josh
2008-03-13 09:15:20
(66 views)
I'm down for that, but don't ask P.C.. he'll just send you rolls of pennies. :-)
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ny bruin
2008-03-13 06:23:55
(54 views)
You also got snacks so shuddup. :P
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pattycakes® iDumb
2008-03-13 17:24:33
(56 views)
Hey if you want to UPS me pennies -- fine by me, you'll just have to call yourself iPoorer
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ny bruin
2008-03-14 05:58:59
(54 views)
...."gambling" losses reported to the IRS. :)
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pattycakes® iDumb
2008-03-14 11:24:55
(54 views)
In.
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a_CQ
2008-03-11 20:55:34
(57 views)
2nd...
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PDXA4™ pdxa4™
2008-03-12 10:55:42
(55 views)
thanks!
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ny bruin
2008-03-11 11:21:25
(57 views)
I already had an account.....how do I join the league???
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the italian
2008-03-11 10:36:42
(63 views)
click on "Leagues and Ranking"
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Stätus Josh
2008-03-11 14:18:50
(60 views)
Dontchya just like a happy ending?
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jbchinoca
2008-03-11 07:25:47
(104 views)
Oh that, for a second I thought you were referring to something else :)
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caitov
2008-03-11 09:28:16
(71 views)
I figured some other perv would say that, lol. I'm happy to see that RD retiains
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jbchinoca
2008-03-11 12:33:23
(61 views)
Hello Mr. Govenor. ;)
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pattycakes® iDumb
2008-03-11 11:24:54
(62 views)
^^^ Client #9!!!! ^^^
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ny bruin
2008-03-11 09:34:58
(62 views)
About the only good thing to happen to him this past yr
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ny bruin
2008-03-11 09:02:39
(70 views)
Ok..next track day is when?
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Steve S
2008-03-10 15:46:01
(100 views)
April 12-13 Miller Motorsports Park
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John Stahmann
2008-03-12 07:04:24
(65 views)
03/22, NASA @ Fontana is sold out so.... Horse Thief mile w/ Speedventures 03/29
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ddg
2008-03-11 21:19:21
(65 views)
this saturday! (just moved to the west coast)
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mirth
2008-03-11 13:00:21
(143 views)
looks like you should upgrade the rear suspension on the tow vehicle. or put the BMW backwards
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Silver Streakin'
2008-03-12 08:24:39
(68 views)
yeah, this was an extreme case. it's usually not that bad
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mirth
2008-03-12 09:09:41
(83 views)
ah, I see... after looking in the windows :)
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Silver Streakin'
2008-03-12 10:30:11
(61 views)
Gonna miss ya Dave!
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CP
2008-03-11 19:21:39
(79 views)
ha. you're probably going to be sitting in the right seat at some point as well
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mirth
2008-03-12 09:10:58
(70 views)
Where you at mirth?
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Steve S
2008-03-11 13:08:44
(65 views)
seattle. a little far from the bay area, but...
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mirth
2008-03-11 13:12:28
(73 views)
Thunderhill aint that far...do a mapquest to Willows CA and see how far it is...
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Steve S
2008-03-11 13:31:55
(93 views)
670 miles to thunderhill. that's a decent tow.
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mirth
2008-03-12 00:13:27
(61 views)
April 22 at Talladega GPR , Then July 5-6 at Road Atlanta.
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J. Patterson
2008-03-11 11:46:36
(71 views)
probably T-Hill next month with TEAM Miatas
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rbt
2008-03-11 08:45:33
(65 views)
March 29-30 VIR full, my first event w/ NASA (HPDE2)
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Wind-n-Water
2008-03-11 08:17:05
(71 views)
More like: first track day is when?
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CP
2008-03-11 07:30:10
(107 views)
4-14
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Mr. Mom
2008-03-13 05:53:31
(70 views)
YGeM.
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CP
2008-03-13 13:24:47
(58 views)
that's gotta suck...
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David White
2008-03-11 08:29:36
(76 views)
Sorry Cy..dont mean to rub it in...
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Steve Sherwood
2008-03-11 07:51:27
(81 views)
friday - driving a spec e30 in a nasa 3hr enduro at road atl...
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David White
2008-03-11 06:29:13
(67 views)
Nice...keep the rubber side down ma-man.
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Steve Sherwood
2008-03-11 07:50:52
(71 views)
Friday!
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ColoradoMark
2008-03-10 21:09:03
(73 views)
Pueblo?
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Steve Sherwood
2008-03-11 07:50:20
(65 views)
Pueblo
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ColoradoMark
2008-03-11 12:50:45
(59 views)
no idea
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nord1899
2008-03-10 20:41:26
(76 views)
was going to be VIR in April with ACNA-PCC, but I had to cancel :(
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Silver Streakin'
2008-03-10 20:38:24
(67 views)
april 14 @ lime rock!
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JeffW
2008-03-10 18:31:52
(78 views)
2nd.
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GTIVR62801
2008-03-11 18:35:22
(70 views)
Registration open as of today.
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4Driver4
2008-03-12 12:30:08
(58 views)
Did you sign up yet? You're not on the roster....
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Carson@RiversideAudi
2008-03-13 11:22:59
(65 views)
one week from this saturday....here------->
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Press
2008-03-10 18:00:53
(101 views)
So is Mike S takin pics of you there?
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Steve Sherwood
2008-03-11 07:51:55
(77 views)
that's my job. :) mike will be instructing others.
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leslie
2008-03-17 14:26:04
(60 views)
Sabine Schmitz better watch out (as she passes me repeatedly). Details for mental list on event?
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billybobster
2008-03-10 19:19:38
(71 views)
She'll be out for dinner w/ us, as well as giving us some laps in the Ring Taxi . :)
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leslie
2008-03-17 14:25:02
(65 views)
The wait continues...Audi to decide their ALMS plans after Sebring
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caitov
2008-03-10 09:02:04
(101 views)
Actually, thinking more about it, I bet they just want to see how competitive...
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caitov
2008-03-10 15:16:48
(103 views)
Actually, that's a very good theory. I hope you're right.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-10 15:28:26
(72 views)
I think, and hope, that you are right on this one. The ALMS has attendance issues
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jbchinoca
2008-03-10 13:59:37
(94 views)
Audi has to be planning something 'big'...
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snoogins
2008-03-10 14:05:07
(86 views)
By the way, anyone else see another replay of IRL vs Champcar?
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jbchinoca
2008-03-10 14:03:36
(59 views)
George at 4T says that Audi Sport's discussions with IMSA officals are going well.
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Chernaudi
2008-03-11 09:32:17
(83 views)
From Sebring today, the Penske's P2's are 4 mph faster on the straight
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jbchinoca
2008-03-11 12:36:24
(77 views)
that's insane...especially at Sebring.
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AutoXJunkie (Justin)
2008-03-11 14:36:47
(66 views)
I guess we'll have to wait until either official qualifying or the end of the race to know
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jbchinoca
2008-03-11 19:39:22
(71 views)
VARA @ Fontana 03/09/08
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ddg
2008-03-09 23:21:15
(124 views)
Lola T70....yum.....
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John/TSR
2008-03-10 08:48:35
(64 views)
They also had a '69 Gurney Eagle w/ a turbo Ford 4 cam V8!
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ddg
2008-03-10 14:53:56
(79 views)
Could that have been a Ford / Cosworth DFV ?
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John/TSR
2008-03-10 15:17:33
(74 views)
Supposedly it was a joint development between Foyt and Ford for Indy..
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ddg
2008-03-10 20:52:57
(77 views)
The IRL/Champcar "Merger" kills another great team. (Walker Racing).
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pinkertonfloyd
2008-03-09 20:21:55
(111 views)
Statement from Derrick Walker:
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S4 in Margaritaville
2008-03-20 17:03:27
(71 views)
It was not the "merger" but KK, and some more facts instead of your fiction..
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S4 in Margaritaville
2008-03-18 14:43:32
(70 views)
NHRL and Minardi/HVM will be testing after Homestead. It's all good.
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GotTorque?
2008-03-21 14:05:50
(57 views)
HWM w/o Minardi doesn't mean much. Carl Haas is not too happy right now. PCM is out.
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pinkertonfloyd
2008-03-24 17:15:29
(62 views)
And according to Autoweek, whom I presume has spoken to key people, there
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jbchinoca
2008-03-19 12:34:22
(63 views)
Agreed. Indy should be pretty exciting.
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S4 in Margaritaville
2008-03-20 06:49:57
(61 views)
Will this merger even make a diifernce? this thing is toast in 5 yrs
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ny bruin
2008-03-11 09:04:57
(72 views)
Want to make a wager?
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S4 in Margaritaville
2008-03-18 14:46:34
(62 views)
Agreed... especially with the IRL running the show.
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pinkertonfloyd
2008-03-12 18:12:54
(64 views)
Well Craig Gore (partner in Walker) also pulled out of the AussieV8 series just before season start.
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pattycakes® iDumb
2008-03-10 11:31:11
(79 views)
I think we're going to see a bunch of great talent in ALMS this year.
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pinkertonfloyd
2008-03-10 19:42:19
(68 views)
Agree, but having gone this far now, even if TG is for it. it will take time. Taking small
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jbchinoca
2008-03-10 13:51:49
(60 views)
Poor Tracy, too. Sounds like Forsythe is holding him to his contract. And of course, I hope Power
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GotTorque?
2008-03-10 10:05:14
(76 views)
How can Forsythe posssibly hold Tracy at bay when they have vacated the series
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jbchinoca
2008-03-10 10:43:12
(72 views)
He's under a personal contract with Forsythe it seems.
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pinkertonfloyd
2008-03-10 19:35:25
(75 views)
Now that Seabass is off to F1, who would be PT's next likely "drop kick" target
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jbchinoca
2008-03-10 13:54:58
(69 views)
That's a real shame. All that went into bringing back the single open wheel series again
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jbchinoca
2008-03-10 08:01:07
(78 views)
not crybabies... no money.
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pinkertonfloyd
2008-03-10 19:41:01
(67 views)
just saw that on Speed Report... it's a shame, they had two good drivers in Will Power
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sohjah
2008-03-09 23:14:39
(76 views)
Global Motorsports Group proudly releases its 1.8t Big Turbo Kit.
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Global Motorsports
2008-03-09 12:40:41
(112 views)
anyone doing F1Manager again this year?
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Stätus Josh
2008-03-07 14:07:37
(81 views)
What's the name of the league? I'd like to join. TIA
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ny bruin
2008-03-08 10:17:27
(62 views)
Audiworld is the name... "fyyff" is the password
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Stätus Josh
2008-03-11 10:02:21
(53 views)
Yep, just signed up -> only 5 days and 21 hours for the lights to go green in Melbourne:-)
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Rally_nutcase_1982
2008-03-07 17:55:07
(68 views)
Cannot wait (-:
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Schumiusedtowin
2008-03-10 11:24:55
(57 views)
So is this a subtle way of implying that Ron Dennis has already been set aside? Pathetic.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-07 08:27:15
(107 views)
I think he may stay... side wager Patsy cakes?
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ny bruin
2008-03-07 09:52:46
(65 views)
Let's hope that Norbert wasn't doing the usual F1 doublespeak.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-07 12:51:33
(57 views)
what, is somebody else short on pennies?
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pattycakes® iDumb
2008-03-07 10:02:35
(61 views)
LOL
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ny bruin
2008-03-07 10:09:00
(51 views)
Definitely doesn't deserve to go out like that.
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snoogins
2008-03-07 09:00:34
(58 views)
Agree 100%. His contributions to F1 as well as McLaren are numerous.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-07 12:49:00
(68 views)
Has anyone ever run on the Lowes Speedway infield circuit?
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-03-07 08:01:55
(37 views)
ALMS did a few years back...
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AutoXJunkie (Justin)
2008-03-08 04:25:43
(51 views)
Larry McReynold's new day job....
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jbchinoca
2008-03-07 05:47:14
(126 views)
Laguna ACNA event trip report - new tires get an A. Also, thanks to Morgan C, Steve S, ACNA GG!
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billybobster
2008-03-06 21:10:43
(142 views)
you might find that the RT615s are better down in the 36-38 (hot) range.
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Silver Streakin'
2008-03-07 07:46:03
(69 views)
I'm a novice but 40-41 just felt right. Heavier car?
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billybobster
2008-03-07 09:33:03
(71 views)
I agree with Silver, try them a bit lower next time
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Mr. Mom
2008-03-07 09:53:29
(75 views)
RT-615 likes 36 psi hot.
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CP
2008-03-07 12:03:43
(91 views)
i've run them on the big girl and have had no issues....32 cold usually
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Press
2008-03-09 18:52:32
(60 views)
Glad I could be of assistance
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Steve S
2008-03-07 07:18:43
(56 views)
You used HPS's on the track?
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Mr. Mom
2008-03-07 05:12:25
(79 views)
sounds like this first event or two. he'll (should) move up, especially now that the car is chipped.
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Silver Streakin'
2008-03-07 07:44:58
(64 views)
I'm surprised they held up
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Mr. Mom
2008-03-07 08:25:29
(63 views)
Brakes were A-OK whole time. Even with my heavy car. But Silver Streakin' is right...
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billybobster
2008-03-07 09:26:06
(89 views)
OK, I think I was harder on the brakes in the beginning
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Mr. Mom
2008-03-07 09:54:54
(84 views)
He was easy on the brakes
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Morgan Conrad
2008-03-07 12:45:58
(87 views)
that's great
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Mr. Mom
2008-03-07 16:50:46
(80 views)
Bad News Bears! not sure if repost, but just found out that Houston ALMS weekend is cancelled
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rbt
2008-03-06 13:39:48
(72 views)
That sucks. Tell ALMS to come to Portland instead! We've got a
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Omid:S4:Nogaro
2008-03-06 22:58:52
(73 views)
That was announced a few days ago. Monterey was changed from Champ to an IMSA Historics race
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caitov
2008-03-06 17:39:53
(64 views)
Allan has set the fastest time on a test track for the r10 (so france)....looks like he is going to
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Rakete
2008-03-06 05:30:08
(90 views)
Their staring down contest with IMSA is about to drive me crazy. I'll be on
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jbchinoca
2008-03-06 19:49:08
(72 views)
Robby Gordon got his points back....his crew chief back...paid a little more in
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Rakete
2008-03-06 03:34:28
(102 views)
Glad for that, I like Robby, temper and all. Damn quck when he's on his game.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-06 19:52:48
(50 views)
"Regardless of the source of an unapproved part on a racecar, the race team that officially enters
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Silver Streakin'
2008-03-06 14:48:44
(71 views)
The part in question had the same part number as the old one...possible it
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Rakete
2008-03-06 17:11:18
(65 views)
I heard/read that. yes, possible, but it's still the team's responsibility to check.
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Silver Streakin'
2008-03-07 07:40:25
(59 views)
Only driver I can think of that's a bigger jackass than JV
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ny bruin
2008-03-06 12:14:24
(64 views)
Give me a break. He refuses to be sanitized. Kinda like Foyt.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-06 19:54:45
(65 views)
I can think of plenty others that are bigger...
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snoogins
2008-03-06 15:27:30
(87 views)
Emmo and JP jackasses? Are you on crack? I disagree. I can see some merit with Tracy and
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jbchinoca
2008-03-06 20:00:52
(78 views)
Emmo is as high and mighty as they come. He walks around like an effete European snob...
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snoogins
2008-03-07 02:56:18
(80 views)
You effete snob!
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jbchinoca
2008-03-07 06:12:00
(98 views)
You quote one incident from Emmo. Yeah, he should have taken the traditional drink,
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jbchinoca
2008-03-07 05:41:11
(59 views)
I agree JPM is not a jackass... he was just a prima dona [they all are i know]
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ny bruin
2008-03-07 09:49:51
(56 views)
I just seem to feel that he displays many traits that give a driver that desire to win.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-08 07:23:16
(69 views)
I think he had a "desire to win" his first 2 yrs at williams, after that not so much
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ny bruin
2008-03-11 09:07:32
(58 views)
If I owned a zillion hectares of orange trees I wold probably drink oj also
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ColoradoMark
2008-03-07 03:14:44
(61 views)
True
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ny bruin
2008-03-07 09:45:34
(52 views)
ok... you're right about the first 2, but AJ is just a plain thug
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ny bruin
2008-03-06 19:49:39
(59 views)
He tought Robbie and Tony most of his "tricks".
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snoogins
2008-03-07 03:01:10
(54 views)
"Tricks." Would he have also have been the one to instill in tony and Robby the
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jbchinoca
2008-03-07 05:43:42
(69 views)
So, the IRL cars run on the same test course as ChampCar did last month (Sebring).
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pinkertonfloyd
2008-03-03 17:39:22
(158 views)
It is not a complete mystery if you have a half a clue.
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S4 in Margaritaville
2008-03-04 18:13:01
(168 views)
What car does that A1 series run? It looks modern and quick.
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-03-05 14:34:19
(64 views)
It's a Lola designed for the series, although I think it has some deal of family resemblance to the
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D all over
2008-03-05 16:24:40
(98 views)
"talk to one or two people in the open wheel industry first"..... suggestions??
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ddg
2008-03-04 22:28:11
(75 views)
Pick up phone, dial number. Ask questions.
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S4 in Margaritaville
2008-03-05 08:00:29
(106 views)
lmao esp. considering the relative experience levels between Perera and Kanaan. If SeaBass
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rbt
2008-03-04 13:40:00
(101 views)
I believe you have lost track of the most important fact: Open wheel is again united.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-04 10:08:43
(101 views)
"It's not a merger, it's the death of Champ Car"
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Andy2K6S4
2008-03-04 10:19:09
(95 views)
While I would have wished Champ car to have been the winning party as well, it's that
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jbchinoca
2008-03-04 15:16:17
(101 views)
IRL = It's Really Lame
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Andy2K6S4
2008-03-04 08:41:14
(74 views)
irrelevant racing league.
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pattycakes® iMoon
2008-03-04 09:52:16
(70 views)
Agreed..Open wheel in the US has no pulse. Long live the ALMS (and bringing F1 back to Indy)
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caitov
2008-03-05 13:03:16
(69 views)
Bringing F1 back to the U.S., yes. Back to Indy....going to say no.
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GTIVR62801
2008-03-05 17:44:33
(90 views)
But tell me one that can afford Bernie's entrance fee
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caitov
2008-03-06 13:30:51
(63 views)
and one that can handle an FIA safety inspection for F1 races without millions in upgrades.
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pattycakes® iDumb
2008-03-06 20:29:30
(64 views)
Although other tracks have been expressed by many here as favorites, TG's the only
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jbchinoca
2008-03-07 06:06:31
(73 views)
Exactly. The only other feasible scenario is a temporary street circuit
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pattycakes® iDumb
2008-03-07 10:02:03
(66 views)
Very true, but I don't see another street course being allowed in, given the
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jbchinoca
2008-03-07 16:17:51
(70 views)
Can I hear an amen?
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Rakete
2008-03-05 13:20:27
(69 views)
"Aaaaamen!" As long as they schmooze Audi into staying. I don't want to watch just P2 cars.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-06 19:30:46
(70 views)
If Audi or Champion doesn't race in the ALMS...sure we will be staying home.
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Rakete
2008-03-07 09:57:43
(63 views)
100% on point. And hopefully Audi will be able to reach an agreement, as they
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jbchinoca
2008-03-08 07:27:21
(74 views)
It's Tony G's sandbox and marbles, he'll play with them anyway he wants....
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ddg
2008-03-03 21:19:23
(120 views)
<edited> Maybe you guys should do some research before posting.
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S4 in Margaritaville
2008-03-04 18:25:04
(139 views)
Thanks for the commentary; you have anything else intelligent to say???
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ddg
2008-03-04 22:27:02
(105 views)
I did. As someone who has been part of champcar for ten years, I think I know a bit of what happend
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S4 in Margaritaville
2008-03-05 07:57:16
(129 views)
With all due respect, you could have prevented some flameouts by saying that at the start.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-05 13:01:21
(66 views)
Cool, so instead of coming off as a pompous ass, why don't you just state your opinion....
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ddg
2008-03-05 12:41:21
(84 views)
I, was not a pompous ass. I correctly pointed out that you hadn't a clue what transpired.
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S4 in Margaritaville
2008-03-05 20:40:21
(89 views)
if I were Mike S I'd challenge you to a Racing Knowledge-OFF.
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rbt
2008-03-05 21:59:05
(92 views)
Funny, I don't recall indicating that I worked in F1.
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S4 in Margaritaville
2008-03-06 13:44:59
(81 views)
I've shared some Tecates w/ Mario in Ensenada :)
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rbt
2008-03-06 14:38:31
(85 views)
Out of curiousity, what team did you work for? And in what capacity?
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Omid:S4:Nogaro
2008-03-05 11:21:03
(78 views)
I was the Business Manager for Pi Research, for all Professional OW teams.
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S4 in Margaritaville
2008-03-05 12:40:32
(105 views)
Are you still with Pi? Were you at Sebring last week, too?
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GotTorque?
2008-03-10 09:05:56
(65 views)
Re: Are you still with Pi? Were you at Sebring last week, too?
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GotTorque?
2008-03-10 09:07:20
(75 views)
So how is Pi Doing... since KK and GF bought it? Up for sale yet?
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pinkertonfloyd
2008-03-08 17:21:44
(60 views)
This is the internet, sir. We are just supposed to believe you "in the know"?
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Hugh Jardon
2008-03-05 19:36:51
(65 views)
Dousch with a capital D.
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Hugh Jardon
2008-03-04 02:18:41
(75 views)
I noticed on Champion's web site that the only race dates they have on calendar are Sebring.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-02 19:13:17
(72 views)
Kind of odd....Allan hasn't posted any news on his website, and normally he
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Rakete
2008-03-03 05:04:42
(93 views)
Let's hope he's been told by Audi to not spill the beans about full season participation.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-03 09:03:25
(79 views)
That's my guess. I'm thinking they're still trying to see who blinks first
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caitov
2008-03-05 13:05:44
(65 views)
^^Against Germans? That's not very wise.^^
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jbchinoca
2008-03-05 13:14:39
(50 views)
Agreed - And I also agree w/Audi when they say they've been the backbone..
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caitov
2008-03-05 14:44:02
(67 views)
Understand that part....but odd he has written about things he could talk about.
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Rakete
2008-03-03 13:40:48
(67 views)
I think both StaSIS and Champion are out of it this year...pretty sad.
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Steve S
2008-03-02 21:50:09
(73 views)
Very sad. Now there won't be any Audi presence in any racing series in the US,
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jbchinoca
2008-03-03 08:40:22
(86 views)
Remember, Audi hasn't officially said whether or not they'll run the full ALMS schedule yet.
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Chernaudi
2008-03-03 06:26:00
(96 views)
Hope that's true. I can't see them letting those wild beasts sitting around, esp. since
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jbchinoca
2008-03-03 08:50:07
(86 views)
The Diesel movement...WTCC style.
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pattycakes® iMoon
2008-03-02 15:32:50
(128 views)
nascar is looking at alternate fuels?
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customfab
2008-03-04 07:36:22
(70 views)
They're thinking of a special "moonshine" brew, dual purpose. Race and drink later. :)
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jbchinoca
2008-03-04 10:12:08
(78 views)
I'm offended by your NASCAR bashing. Many of the drivers are NOT rednecks.
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-03-05 14:35:46
(69 views)
but most of tehm are
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customfab
2008-03-11 23:34:47
(63 views)
Especially the one's that can't spell.... jk :)
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jbchinoca
2008-03-12 06:10:02
(55 views)
Down boy. I'm not bashing, it was joke. I watch and enjoy it weekly. I 'm still
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jbchinoca
2008-03-06 19:40:35
(61 views)
Just playing with you. Try to keep up!
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-03-07 10:19:39
(58 views)
Right after I finish this fried chicken and Bud. ;)
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jbchinoca
2008-03-08 12:58:46
(59 views)
they could sell the shit out it.....lol
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Rakete
2008-03-05 13:09:16
(64 views)
And you thought it was just any old octane booster, lol.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-06 19:42:20
(61 views)
I know, freaky isn't it.
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pattycakes® iMoon
2008-03-04 09:55:04
(72 views)
Steve likes Laguna...likes Laguna a lot...
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Steve S
2008-03-02 12:00:03
(284 views)
A few more of them...exiting turn 10
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Steve S
2008-03-08 15:29:55
(92 views)
at the apex of the corkscrew..at turn in
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Steve S
2008-03-08 15:30:54
(81 views)
Between turn 4 and 5
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Steve S
2008-03-08 15:31:49
(91 views)
That looks like the approach to 6?
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WagonBoy
2008-03-10 08:57:15
(61 views)
Oh crap..youre correct...right before turn in
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Steve S
2008-03-10 08:59:29
(56 views)
God that's awesome!
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-03-03 15:36:31
(75 views)
I am sorta offline..must be a warm down lap... :-)
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Steve S
2008-03-03 16:02:12
(80 views)
Sorta? Looks like you were driving down the middle of the track in all the pics. ;)
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WagonBoy
2008-03-04 14:33:29
(77 views)
As if you have been there..sheeesh...
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Steve S
2008-03-04 15:41:38
(100 views)
Hehehe, Ok! :D
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WagonBoy
2008-03-04 21:58:04
(69 views)
Steve, great shots. How was the group?
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Pat-SoCal
2008-03-02 18:54:22
(132 views)
Sorry to butt in. Julian was my B student.
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pointby
2008-03-03 13:20:46
(114 views)
I saw the car on Saturday..but didnt talk to him...obviously..he was the only S6 there.
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Steve S
2008-03-02 21:45:03
(130 views)
Wow, the lack of track time seems pretty beat.
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Pat-SoCal
2008-03-03 05:56:39
(110 views)
...and if Julian has any shots of GT3's
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pointby
2008-03-03 13:30:20
(98 views)
This is the only shot of it... Julian sent it via e-mail.
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Pat-SoCal
2008-03-03 13:42:37
(131 views)
Another...
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Steve S
2008-03-02 12:00:48
(228 views)
Hey, that's me! Calling the pacenotes. Trying not to hurl. Seriously... Thanks!
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billybobster
2008-03-03 08:46:09
(101 views)
dont feel bad..I get motion sick in students cars all the time these days
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Steve S
2008-03-03 09:09:47
(71 views)
I don't get that. My buddy gets sick if he's the one not piloting a vehicle.
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snoogins
2008-03-03 13:27:29
(86 views)
Yet another...
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Steve S
2008-03-02 12:01:27
(186 views)
Last one...
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Steve S
2008-03-02 12:02:10
(242 views)
Wagonboy..I was on the berm here in T6...that red thing is NOT to be hit...
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Steve S
2008-03-04 15:42:45
(98 views)
Ok, one out of four isn't bad! :D
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WagonBoy
2008-03-05 12:05:08
(70 views)
This one is a little better...
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Steve S
2008-03-06 22:16:44
(84 views)
Those red curbs KILL cars
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Eric Fletcher
2008-03-04 21:09:48
(79 views)
They look huge...the size of large sea tortoises
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Steve S
2008-03-04 22:08:18
(83 views)
That's what Chip hit at the WCTC race last year.
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Eric Fletcher
2008-03-04 23:00:02
(86 views)
Plus mini-gullies caused by rain on inside of blue/white curbs. Stay clear! Drove there Sat/Sun.
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billybobster
2008-03-04 21:23:26
(72 views)
Nice! Gold calipers are the sign of someone whos not afraid of the middle pedal.
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Jason@STaSIS
2008-03-03 14:10:23
(92 views)
G force is fun in any direction - backwards, forwards, left, right. Just not upside down.
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billybobster
2008-03-03 17:50:48
(63 views)
I think I need more pads already...
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Steve S
2008-03-03 14:12:06
(108 views)
Looks like a Good Humor truck...
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John/TSR
2008-03-03 08:05:51
(118 views)
I am out of dreamsicles...but I still got ice cream sandmitches
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Steve S
2008-03-03 08:58:32
(78 views)
Looks like fun...great shots, especially this one
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caitov
2008-03-02 16:39:47
(85 views)
Ron Dennis to exit F1 next week?
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Rally_nutcase_1982
2008-03-02 07:00:51
(106 views)
If that happens, I hold Fernando largely to blame. Hope he breaks a leg in Australia.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-02 11:33:33
(82 views)
RD has only himself to blame. He lost control of his team and his drivers
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bioman
2008-03-03 08:33:21
(69 views)
By your logic Alonso has only himself to blame as well. He did NOT have to block LH in the pits.
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a_CQ
2008-03-03 11:58:16
(64 views)
yea I agree. He was provoked by Hamilton but that doesn't excuse it
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bioman
2008-03-03 13:14:05
(60 views)
Fernando Alonso and Louise Hamilton are both spoiled children. Thay cut their own throats...
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snoogins
2008-03-03 09:06:05
(82 views)
Nobody deserves to win. Kimi won because McLaren imploded.
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bioman
2008-03-03 09:42:09
(71 views)
Absolutely. Kimi is also still young enough to smash all of MS's records, which I hope he does.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-03 09:08:13
(68 views)
I hate Schumi but Kimi is not the same caliber, IMO
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a_CQ
2008-03-03 11:57:02
(65 views)
I believe that time will support me, now that he has a reliable car under him. He really
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jbchinoca
2008-03-03 15:41:09
(59 views)
You can't be serious?
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a_CQ
2008-03-03 07:29:33
(66 views)
OK, forget the leg part, just venting. I do however he enjoys fighting mid-pack all year.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-03 09:06:37
(71 views)
No, I don't care what you wish onto Alonso, it's your thing, but reasoning why he is the cause of RD
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a_CQ
2008-03-03 11:54:50
(66 views)
I think last year was very aging for RD. Now he's getting divorced too. That has to be
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jbchinoca
2008-03-03 15:48:09
(62 views)
2nd
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Andy2K6S4
2008-03-03 07:50:59
(64 views)
Wonder how this will affect Lewis?
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Rakete
2008-03-02 09:02:28
(82 views)
"I want my mommy!"
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jbchinoca
2008-03-03 15:49:24
(54 views)
Pretty sad...
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snoogins
2008-03-02 08:03:52
(70 views)
Can I just say again how much I adore Aussie V8s?
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pattycakes® iMoon
2008-02-29 15:05:11
(187 views)
It's a much better "interpretation" of stock cars than NASCAR. Modern technology and road courses.
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-03-01 09:55:29
(73 views)
didn't see that coming
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Silver Streakin'
2008-03-01 17:44:57
(70 views)
You think the COT is closer to today's cars than Aussie V8s? Carburetors. Solid axles?
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-03-03 05:55:44
(68 views)
no. maybe that's your only point, and I'm reading between the lines and seeing it as NASCAR bashing
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Silver Streakin'
2008-03-03 08:36:27
(74 views)
What if I want to watch NASCAR? Will you let me? Methinks you're oversensitive.
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-03-03 09:28:32
(73 views)
nope
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Silver Streakin'
2008-03-03 10:11:41
(73 views)
<^^Scrambles Greg's TV signal^^
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jbchinoca
2008-03-03 17:05:22
(59 views)
Verizon FIOS to be installed Wednesday!!!! You stay away!
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-03-04 14:06:55
(73 views)
got it a few months ago. MUCH better sound quality and clear picture. can't believe I lived without
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Silver Streakin'
2008-03-04 17:14:38
(66 views)
Dunno why you'd want to...
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pattycakes® iMoon
2008-03-04 18:11:10
(73 views)
just joking with Greg.
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Silver Streakin'
2008-03-05 08:48:05
(66 views)
Oh I know...
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pattycakes® iDumb
2008-03-05 10:59:12
(58 views)
And ironically, I work with the lawyers that are fighting to get TV rights! If you...
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-03-05 14:39:35
(60 views)
PacificNorthwest...and it's more of the City of Redmond being sticklers right now.
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pattycakes® iDumb
2008-03-05 15:10:35
(67 views)
<Mysterious unregistered black helicopter circles overhead>
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jbchinoca
2008-03-04 15:19:39
(64 views)
I want DTM!
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jbchinoca
2008-02-29 19:57:59
(70 views)
I really wish we didn't get the abbreviated version here. They're a lot of fun to watch.
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snoogins
2008-02-29 15:55:21
(72 views)
Anyone tried carbotech XP8 pads?
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-28 12:13:22
(103 views)
Update: don't expect quick delivery of Carbotech pads
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Mr. Mom
2008-03-07 08:27:04
(65 views)
Re: Anyone tried carbotech XP8 pads?
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Feffman
2008-03-02 05:09:10
(67 views)
Yes! I'm on my second set.
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ddg
2008-02-28 19:32:50
(120 views)
Advised by Carbotech that steel wool and some brake cleaner will suffice on rotors
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Mr. Mom
2008-03-04 09:01:34
(79 views)
Interesting, thanks.
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-29 05:20:48
(81 views)
HP+ are over kill for the street. not that friendly to rotors when not on the track.
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Silver Streakin'
2008-02-29 10:42:03
(68 views)
Perhaps, I just love their characterisitcs and hence use them all year round
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-29 10:48:42
(82 views)
and they are acceptable at tracks like LRP
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-29 10:49:39
(76 views)
I was using the XP10 (or 12) at the end of the track season last year.
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CP
2008-02-28 14:02:38
(96 views)
Cool, thanks! I am going to run the XP8's for daily usage just to see how i like them
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-29 05:19:23
(85 views)
So the CTs are just your street pads?
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CP
2008-02-29 05:39:33
(88 views)
Yikes, 17 here...
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-29 06:37:03
(85 views)
Miata is track only...and noisy rides to/from events with a big tire trailer.
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CP
2008-02-29 07:50:47
(114 views)
wow! now THAT's a tire trailer!!
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Wind-n-Water
2008-03-03 06:40:07
(87 views)
Thanks.
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CP
2008-03-05 05:56:33
(58 views)
Nice, very nice....
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-29 09:44:30
(70 views)
No...gonna put it on my birthday list ;^)
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CP
2008-02-29 10:10:01
(68 views)
You can always use mine
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-29 10:11:07
(71 views)
Some good questions answered on the ALMS series and Audi's TDI plans for US Market!
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millertimeFL
2008-02-28 08:57:31
(113 views)
Except there's still no definitive answers. I'm sure Audi's just wanting to make..
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caitov
2008-02-28 22:14:22
(71 views)
With the F1 night race in Singapore this year, would it be a novel idea that the US would follow?
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snoogins
2008-02-27 23:47:39
(98 views)
As others have said, F1 at Road Atlanta = No way. No FIA safety measures, etc. Road America or
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Mike S
2008-02-28 20:37:23
(94 views)
Laguna is completely impossible
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bioman
2008-03-03 08:37:45
(82 views)
If a street race can be put on in Las Vegas and Monaco, an F1 race can run at Laguna.
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Mike S
2008-03-13 17:45:00
(61 views)
I'm talking politics Mike. I'm saying they'd never get the permits.
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bioman
2008-03-14 09:03:56
(44 views)
The permits aren't even an issue. Money is 4x Moto GP and attendance/impact is far less.
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Mike S
2008-03-14 14:18:01
(52 views)
locals would never let it happen
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bioman
2008-03-14 19:19:40
(51 views)
Sure. Got proof? Ah, what do Penske and Rahal know.
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Mike S
2008-03-15 05:17:20
(48 views)
lighten up dude
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bioman
2008-03-16 18:04:54
(39 views)
vegas street race FTW
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customfab
2008-03-04 07:38:39
(45 views)
Road Atlanta would take a lot of money to get it up to F1 standards for racing.
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Rakete
2008-02-28 04:56:22
(87 views)
2nd that. Went to the USGP in 07. Would take $150M at least to get a track ready for an F1.
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billybobster
2008-02-28 08:22:00
(82 views)
Take it from me....Indy is far better all the way around than Road Atlanta...
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Rakete
2008-02-28 09:15:28
(91 views)
It appears that fallout from Stepneygate at McLaren continues.
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jbchinoca
2008-02-27 06:13:03
(129 views)
That's BS...RD has done an exemplary job for 27 years and MB 'decides' he needs to essentially...
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snoogins
2008-02-27 07:48:22
(81 views)
all things come to an end...
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sohjah
2008-02-27 22:20:00
(92 views)
Wha...? How do you figure Ron Dennis created McLaren?
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snoogins
2008-02-28 00:29:39
(74 views)
come on dude, of course I know Bruce McLaren was the founder of the team...
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sohjah
2008-02-28 01:15:31
(86 views)
LoL @ "The Death Star"...That's a very good analogy.
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snoogins
2008-02-28 04:32:48
(65 views)
I would hope you're right on that. It just won't seem right to see another figure in the pitbox.
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jbchinoca
2008-02-27 12:27:50
(84 views)
Unfortunately the days of successful privateers is over, hence Frank Williams
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ny bruin
2008-02-27 09:13:47
(92 views)
sad but true. Super Aguri is next in line of privateer teams going belly-up.
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sohjah
2008-02-27 22:28:23
(89 views)
I think that would be a great collaboration. EJ's got the marketing/sponsorship side covered while..
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snoogins
2008-02-27 12:31:48
(79 views)
There's the matter of what powerplant....?
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jbchinoca
2008-02-27 12:34:52
(73 views)
I would think Honda or Ferrari...
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snoogins
2008-02-27 12:52:37
(71 views)
I don't see McLaren trusting the Honda Hand Grenade, (reminds me of the single
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jbchinoca
2008-02-28 06:06:50
(79 views)
But it wouldn't be 'McLaren'...
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snoogins
2008-03-02 08:07:21
(67 views)
That was wayyyy back when dinosaurs roamed, and Honda had a reliable motor.
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jbchinoca
2008-03-02 11:26:59
(60 views)
EJ had Honda power as late as 2002. In fact, they were the 'factory' team back in '02.
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snoogins
2008-03-02 23:06:47
(59 views)
sound like 2008 may be a tuff year for mclaren...
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Mtouring554
2008-02-27 08:54:52
(67 views)
they will be in the thick of things. Strong car and two talented drivers,..
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sohjah
2008-02-27 22:34:27
(75 views)
Chip Herr will not be driving for STaSIS this year. He is entered in a Mazda 6 driving for Tindol
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CBS4
2008-02-26 16:54:19
(231 views)
StaSIS isnt running in WCTC?
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Steve S
2008-02-27 08:42:51
(195 views)
Doubt that's the case...
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Z-Tuned2
2008-02-27 18:02:12
(142 views)
Jared posted pics of an R8 at STaSIS recently.... and the new TT and S5.
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Silver Streakin'
2008-02-27 18:35:18
(199 views)
It could very well mean they're developing tuner parts for their dealers too. I guess we'll know
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jbchinoca
2008-02-27 19:56:34
(125 views)
I put money on that it's R&D for tuner parts for their dealers only. they should put that money
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Silver Streakin'
2008-02-28 07:21:05
(117 views)
We shall see...
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Z-Tuned2
2008-02-28 13:07:45
(108 views)
maybe Champion will step in, esp. if they don't run the R10 for the whole season.
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jbchinoca
2008-02-27 12:23:10
(92 views)
Probably more of a business decision... focus on making more, rather than racing.
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Pat-SoCal
2008-02-27 12:00:35
(98 views)
I emailed Jason..no response yet
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Steve S
2008-02-27 15:11:43
(74 views)
He's too busy working on the R8.. For Pobst/Galati reunion...:)
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jbchinoca
2008-02-28 06:09:39
(82 views)
If that dream comes true...then I will have to have them name the car after me...LOL
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Rakete
2008-02-28 13:35:18
(77 views)
I hope they stay in racing. Their "tuner" packages for Audis are really nice and a good value.
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-02-27 12:11:10
(82 views)
i'm available if stasis needs me....8^)
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Press
2008-02-26 19:20:39
(103 views)
You can basically guarantee yourself a ride... if you come up with enought money!
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-02-27 08:52:04
(99 views)
How much is enough? <In my tingling world of fantasy> I sent them an email
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jbchinoca
2008-02-27 12:21:03
(122 views)
Average of a quality WC car ride is about $16-20K per race.
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Mike S
2008-02-27 20:33:04
(92 views)
<Cough, choke> Good God, my wife had a tough time parting with the $600 for my Fontana
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jbchinoca
2008-02-28 06:13:08
(106 views)
LOL! : ) Yah, a DP car costs about $80K per race, a Speed GT car $40K, GA Car $40-60K, IRL....
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Mike S
2008-02-28 20:36:09
(112 views)
That's what home equity loans are all about!
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-02-29 11:19:27
(88 views)
Uhmmm, back burner. Wayyyyyyyyy back! :)
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jbchinoca
2008-02-29 05:37:19
(80 views)
Oh, and that's before insurance, crash damage, travel costs, etc. Race cars cost TONS to operate.
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Mike S
2008-03-01 13:05:50
(69 views)
Even the so-called "amateurs" that win at the SCCA runoffs clearly spend big bucks.
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-03-03 05:57:52
(84 views)
yeah, no sucha thing as cheap racing anymore. We paid a $50 entry, which included insurance,
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jbchinoca
2008-03-01 13:13:48
(93 views)
Even Koni ST and WCTC entries are all over $1K per race, now. Hard cards are $300-700 per series
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Mike S
2008-03-01 20:43:30
(81 views)
WCTC entry fee is $2400/race $2700 if you're late
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Eric Fletcher
2008-03-01 22:35:13
(68 views)
Yep. Over $1000. And for that fee, you get, terrible stewardship who let people drive like
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Mike S
2008-03-02 09:59:04
(99 views)
Kinda like the attrocicity with Mika Salo, even saying on-air that he "took him out on purpose."
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jbchinoca
2008-03-02 10:53:46
(79 views)
You mean adding new dealers, or switching alliances? I'll put $10 toward your ride!
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-02-27 12:40:09
(108 views)
OK, new campaign, "Get JB into a Stasis ride fund" :)
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jbchinoca
2008-02-27 12:45:11
(91 views)
Just $19,990 to go!
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-02-28 06:54:52
(84 views)
A mere pittance. :)
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jbchinoca
2008-02-28 07:24:52
(76 views)
jailbait?
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Silver Streakin'
2008-02-27 18:34:03
(111 views)
Hey, this isn't AWOT, lol :)
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jbchinoca
2008-02-28 06:14:59
(80 views)
Old news, actually. Chip signed with Tindol in early January. STaSIS is apparently not running in WC
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Mike S
2008-02-26 18:03:44
(199 views)
That sucks. They were the the only reason I watched WC Touring.
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jbchinoca
2008-02-26 19:52:00
(94 views)
not old news here. can't blame him, though. sounds as if he was being paid with STaSIS parts.
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Silver Streakin'
2008-02-26 19:14:11
(193 views)
Everything is wrong with WCTC when you are in the series. Terrible stewardship, no organization,
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Mike S
2008-02-27 20:36:53
(131 views)
what can be done to better the series? hopefully it doesn't fall apart.
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Silver Streakin'
2008-02-28 07:17:52
(115 views)
Gotta love Boyd Coddington...
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John Stahmann
2008-02-26 09:08:24
(190 views)
Well, he doesn't have to worry about that now as he has passed.
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SAC-CA-GTI
2008-02-27 09:57:33
(79 views)
Wow. Out of nowhere on that one.
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pattycakes® iRacist
2008-02-27 14:29:25
(61 views)
Wow, what a shock. I was never a big fan of his work but got to meet...
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caitov
2008-02-27 12:24:24
(91 views)
That is a shock.....he was pretty young.
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Rakete
2008-02-27 11:33:14
(75 views)
No You Don't
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Andy2K6S4
2008-02-27 05:13:16
(63 views)
not a fan. Chip Foose does better work.
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Silver Streakin'
2008-02-26 19:18:00
(71 views)
2nd.
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S4 in Margaritaville
2008-03-04 18:17:34
(46 views)
I like Chip's work too, but this is one of the nicest hot-rods ever built...
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snoogins
2008-02-26 23:50:17
(116 views)
Thom Taylor was the designer not Boyd.
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FrankS
2008-02-27 13:42:05
(73 views)
But Boyd brought it to life...
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snoogins
2008-02-27 23:37:52
(74 views)
What a mess...that is way better than when McNish and Dario got stuck
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Rakete
2008-02-26 09:51:00
(113 views)
So the Lime Rock NEQ event is only going to be one day...anymore info?
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gh0st
2008-02-26 06:52:16
(104 views)
I'm not gonna make the NEQ event there this year.
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CP
2008-02-27 07:09:59
(94 views)
How about may 10th?
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-29 05:21:46
(73 views)
Wait listed until March 10th.
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CP
2008-02-29 05:42:14
(80 views)
Again, switch chapters
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-29 10:52:30
(85 views)
Here's another thought: My Miata is not welcome at the Patroon events.
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4Driver4
2008-03-01 09:27:21
(79 views)
Ouch, that sucks
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Mr. Mom
2008-03-03 07:01:37
(69 views)
Suburban?
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4Driver4
2008-03-03 08:36:22
(67 views)
I run my A4 Avant daily driver
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Mr. Mom
2008-03-03 17:28:55
(72 views)
Absolutely. I had a student at NHIS last Fall in a Chevy Impala rental car.
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4Driver4
2008-03-04 16:23:43
(82 views)
IMO any track time is better than no track time.
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Mr. Mom
2008-03-05 06:11:43
(64 views)
I really these new local tracks really pan out, so I can take my business elsewhere
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ny bruin
2008-02-26 09:23:12
(91 views)
Emailed NEQ president in this regard: no reply
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-26 08:06:17
(94 views)
No real info yet. Copied from the NEQ website:
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4Driver4
2008-02-26 07:54:26
(95 views)
The paving schedule is what caused this.
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Carson@RiversideAudi
2008-02-26 07:53:14
(102 views)
any news on the track in Joisey?
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-27 11:53:40
(70 views)
they have a date there!
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JeffW
2008-02-27 18:17:51
(83 views)
Interesting as it's not on the tracks website
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-28 09:19:58
(78 views)
I'll keep you posted Peter, ACNA national just approved our funding and provided proof of insurance
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GTIVR62801
2008-03-03 18:41:34
(68 views)
Nice, thanks...
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Mr. Mom
2008-03-04 09:02:39
(59 views)
Thanks. I have a feeling I'll be going too
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gh0st
2008-02-27 09:47:10
(72 views)
They are paving in April?
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-26 13:37:44
(85 views)
no, they're paving in june
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JeffW
2008-02-26 18:44:30
(86 views)
that should equate to very little track time
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-27 06:43:10
(87 views)
assuming they don't reduce the # of students (by half)
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JeffW
2008-02-27 06:48:54
(84 views)
I sure hope so. as it should cost 1/2 or is that expecting too much?
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-27 11:52:32
(77 views)
Same cost, or higher.
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CP
2008-02-28 06:44:38
(83 views)
Agree
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Mr. Mom
2008-02-28 09:20:58
(73 views)
Driver interviews during NASCAR rain delay demonstrate the success of the series.
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PoTTomac-Greg
2008-02-26 06:03:09
(131 views)
I'd like to thank SO-NO-KO FUEL for sponsoring this thread!
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TGK
2008-02-27 13:12:53
(57 views)
That is really how they pronounce it down here in the South.....
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Rakete
2008-02-27 13:26:07
(58 views)
I lol'd when they came back after a commerial to see DW and Hammond wearing
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jbchinoca
2008-02-27 06:18:31
(69 views)
I do like the part where they have a car cut open or on its side..and they point
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Rakete
2008-02-27 12:38:40
(54 views)
ALMS does the same thing....they always have cute interviews. The drivers
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Rakete
2008-02-26 11:22:03
(78 views)
Agree. I sure wish they would capitalize on it more during commercials though. I think
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jbchinoca
2008-02-27 06:15:54
(68 views)
I'll pass that on to Allan in June....
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Rakete
2008-02-27 08:21:57
(55 views)
have you heard anything further about Audi running LB with the R10?
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jbchinoca
2008-02-27 12:32:50
(61 views)
just sent you an e-mail...
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Rakete
2008-02-27 12:34:42
(51 views)
Didn't get it. Wife must have left the pc off before she went to work.:(
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jbchinoca
2008-02-27 12:40:28
(60 views)
ok
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Rakete
2008-02-27 12:46:47
(52 views)
Not exaclty blown into the weeds, but at least Kimi was faster than Schu on a wet track.
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jbchinoca
2008-02-25 10:17:13
(96 views)
Amazing how everybody ignores that Louise beat 'em both today...again.
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pattycakes® iRacist
2008-02-26 15:21:58
(85 views)
All of the top teams are playing their cards close to their vests. Something tells me...
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snoogins
2008-02-26 23:52:11
(77 views)
It's practice...
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pattycakes® iRacist
2008-02-27 08:35:13
(77 views)
"Louise"... LOL :-) Of course McL will be faster this year, they had plenty of time to implement
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Rally_nutcase_1982
2008-02-26 16:19:03
(77 views)
To be fair and realistic....When did Schu drive an F1 the last time and when did Kimi? This is
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Rally_nutcase_1982
2008-02-25 12:22:55
(89 views)
Schu was fast last month when he stepped in the car after a number of MONTHS out, so
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jbchinoca
2008-02-25 13:30:40
(79 views)
MS in prime >>>>>>> KR
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ny bruin
2008-02-26 09:19:02
(71 views)
Time will tell I like Kimi's personality better, and haven't yet see him run someone
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jbchinoca
2008-02-26 19:47:05
(77 views)
Well MS could be a bastard on the track, but...
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ny bruin
2008-02-27 09:18:43
(70 views)
Re-installing race seat question
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pointby
2008-02-23 14:16:57
(164 views)
you'll be fine, my sparco mount has been heavily modded.
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kevgentile
2008-02-23 14:50:54
(96 views)
So now that Champ Car and IRL are officially one again, will there be a name change?
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jbchinoca
2008-02-23 05:43:27
(85 views)
CrapwagonWorldSeries?
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pinkertonfloyd
2008-02-26 11:57:36
(84 views)
IR-CHA-CHA-CHA-L - named for years of dancing around this took
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billybobster
2008-02-23 21:27:49
(75 views)
lol! CHAMPIRLPISSINGCONTEST might work as well.
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jbchinoca
2008-02-24 07:29:38
(72 views)
the IGL
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rbt
2008-02-23 16:17:55
(145 views)
It's a good thing that nobody was in the stands to get hit in that photo.
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pinkertonfloyd
2008-03-09 11:48:11
(60 views)
lol. for every cloud there's a silver lining I guess!
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rbt
2008-03-10 14:13:04
(61 views)
I thought you meant the Indy Tony League.
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jbchinoca
2008-02-23 19:15:27
(77 views)
I'd have to add that since the time for the first testing and race with new chassis's
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jbchinoca
2008-02-23 07:23:54
(98 views)
it's a shame those Panoz chassis will now just sit and collect dust...
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AutoXJunkie (Justin)
2008-02-23 07:58:31
(104 views)
Dumb move, the DP-01 is a far superior car.
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pinkertonfloyd
2008-02-26 11:59:50
(78 views)
Not quite.
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S4 in Margaritaville
2008-03-04 18:20:50
(74 views)
But wait... there'e probably plenty of them...
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pinkertonfloyd
2008-03-09 11:46:19
(62 views)
looks like they might be used here.. both Panoz and they sure look similiar>>
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LRPct
2008-02-23 09:20:01
(110 views)
Re: looks like they might be used here.. both Panoz and they sure look similiar>>
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Chernaudi
2008-02-25 08:28:14
(77 views)
Hey, let them use both chassis, common engine, and see which one the teams like.
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jbchinoca
2008-02-25 10:10:06
(81 views)
The IRL is due for a new chassis anyway, so I hope the new chassis regs will allow scope for the
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D all over
2008-02-25 10:30:05
(83 views)
yep. before it ever ran its first race, the DP01 beat the Laguna Seca track record
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rbt
2008-02-25 11:10:02
(80 views)
Toyota...It was set by Zonta in a Toyota..
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snoogins
2008-02-27 00:03:38
(73 views)
oh yeah...good catch. I actually remembered the "Zonta" part, and my memory told me he
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rbt
2008-02-27 08:01:06
(73 views)
The Superleague car is a distict car from the DP-01 Champ Car
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D all over
2008-02-23 15:19:31
(87 views)
Roebling Road - 7 Days Left for Registration
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OldSchool AG
2008-02-22 12:58:15
(69 views)
Whether you lke Robby Gordon or not, the penalties he got are absurd
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jbchinoca
2008-02-22 12:47:31
(120 views)
They (announcers) said that the part of Robby's nose are the same for the new
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Rakete
2008-02-25 10:17:22
(74 views)
if NASCAR is smart, (questionable at times), they will wipe the slate clean. robby is doing great
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jbchinoca
2008-02-25 10:18:44
(79 views)
He is driving well..just hope he keeps a smart head about him today..he wants
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Rakete
2008-02-25 10:22:44
(74 views)
He's out to make a statement as well as win. He was 23rd at the start, now in 12th.
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jbchinoca
2008-02-25 10:26:18
(81 views)
I am watching it on TV...nice to see a hometown boy do well today.
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Rakete
2008-02-25 10:27:50
(71 views)
Same here, ran in Cal Club SCCA for a while, my group He's a racer's racer, another
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jbchinoca
2008-02-25 10:42:24
(68 views)
Sure he wasn't happy about Dakar.....you have to hand it to racers who
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Rakete
2008-02-25 11:01:04
(72 views)
Appaently enough sponsors who spent millions to run it have ben able to get a date
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jbchinoca
2008-02-25 11:08:03
(68 views)
Thought this next race was going to be So America until they can settle
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Rakete
2008-02-25 11:16:45
(71 views)
That seems to be what I heard.
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jbchinoca
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