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« Reply #165 on: September 15, 2011, 03:14:30 PM » |
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We broadcast just what we get from the USFRA broadcast on AM radio. Their station is at the starting line, we are at the Landracing trailer in the pits. Perhaps we can pass along the suggestion.
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« Reply #166 on: September 15, 2011, 03:15:36 PM » |
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Looking at the folks logged in would lead me to believe productivity is in the crapper today!  It would be entertaining to get a count of those on the audio link. I wonder if Meridix could tell us. Mike |
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« Reply #167 on: September 15, 2011, 03:31:23 PM » |
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Heard the "Crew member" that passed was a 200 club member..gonna miss that dude..very cool person.
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On 9-27-08 we lost a great friend and fellow racer, he was the BEST, he helped anyone with anything at anytime. His name is Dave Owen and he will be missed by all that knew him and I am glad to have met him.
Seeing him at Bonneville during 2008 Speedweek was the tops, Dave was in awe of the salt and as usual was there helping out anyone who asked..simply put we lost a great man who will be missed by all.
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« Reply #168 on: September 15, 2011, 03:32:40 PM » |
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I just got a call from Tanis Hammod and daughter Tegan has qualified and is in impound.
294.750 mph. She is going after her mothers record.
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« Reply #169 on: September 15, 2011, 03:39:52 PM » |
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After yesterday's fun and games (and phone calls half the night) I decided to sleep in this morning. It's been too long since I got a good night's sleep...so I'm a little more rested today and have been making the rounds of the pits and Impound. First thing: The rider who laid his bike down yesterday is Noel Petersen (or Peterson...I dunno.) He was taken to a hospital in SLC and treated for a broken collarbone and cracked ribs. He's being held for medication stabilization but he's a racer, so he'll be back out here tomorrow. I don't think he'll race, but he'll be where he belongs. Some photos: One of the many VWs in competition here. I don't think this one is part of the 36 HP Challenge, or maybe it's a variation on the theme. The owner said that as they were preparing to leave the blower froze up, so they were removing it to run normally aspirated. He didn't think it would be quite as fast.  Then I dropped in on the GFHS pits where I was greeted by a smiling Micheal Werner who informed me that the run they mad this morning fell victim to a timing light failure, although Tim said that his on-board speedo showed speeds around 29 and 30...almost a 20 percent increase over yesterday's run. Speaking of Tim, he's adjusting the drive train as I told him about Freud's suggestion that he get an agent. He gave me a blank look and I explained that he'd prolly need one to deal with his new-found fame and notoriety. Btw, he's been with the project since the beginning. I'd guess that he knows as much about the car as anyone on the team. Finally, an up close and personal look at a 130 Club Stude. Looks kinda friendly. |
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« Reply #170 on: September 15, 2011, 03:58:11 PM » |
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Thats great Glen, Hammonds sure have a great car....
Hope to hear more on Rhonnie Vesco - maybe the next woman in the 300 mph club or will it be Tegan Hammond. What a good story that could be.. Race to the next female 300 mph club member. Only if we knew more details.... One in a B/GL and other in a D/GS. Who will it be.....
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« Reply #171 on: September 15, 2011, 04:07:33 PM » |
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Some shots of the Joint Venture diesel.
Students from local high schools are getting some first hand info on the truck and its humongous drive train
Exhaust roils out of one of the stacks as the valve gear is visible with the valve cover off.
Some of the parts they replaced: Cylinder liners, pistons, cylinder head and more.
Finally, there's a special message on the front of the Bucket List Dream Avanti.
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« Reply #172 on: September 15, 2011, 04:28:49 PM » |
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Whats goin on with Lee Berkey's boys?..... anybody going over to help them out?....
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« Reply #173 on: September 15, 2011, 04:33:20 PM » |
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I sure hope so kent, what a loss for us all.
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« Reply #174 on: September 15, 2011, 04:43:55 PM » |
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« Reply #175 on: September 15, 2011, 04:48:11 PM » |
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absolutely one of my favorite guys..... on the starting line is a good way to go out..... RIP buddy
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« Reply #176 on: September 15, 2011, 04:59:46 PM » |
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Jon, Has Nancy run today??
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« Reply #177 on: September 15, 2011, 05:01:23 PM » |
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Another 199 & change run. More later from Jon.
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« Reply #178 on: September 15, 2011, 05:06:54 PM » |
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absolutely one of my favorite guys..... on the starting line is a good way to go out..... RIP buddy
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KENT....I couldnt have said it better.... this is one of the saddest days of my life...thats what an impact Lee had on me.... ill miss feeling his warm presence....it even worked over the phone... Joe |
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« Reply #179 on: September 15, 2011, 05:09:08 PM » |
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Joe,
I did not know him nearly as well as you and your family however we knew he was special and was always a joy to be around.
We will pray for his family and friends throughout this very hard time.
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On 9-27-08 we lost a great friend and fellow racer, he was the BEST, he helped anyone with anything at anytime. His name is Dave Owen and he will be missed by all that knew him and I am glad to have met him.
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