Top Speed Shootout 2010

[1212FBGS]

how bout..."when i tell you to do somethin son you better do it fast..... now go get me a 420!"
kr

[Seldom Seen Slim]

Okay, enough of that.  Here are a few more photos.  Nish pit:







Scott Horner working on bikes, and Jamie Williams sitting and talking with Charlie FIM about the FIM rules vs. SCTA classes.









Course condition indication:



Jamie reports the course was a little greasy - especially when he hit the button.

More later - no word on who's next.  Spectre hurt the rear end -- it's out of the car for a bit of work.

[Freud]

SSS, You done werry werry well on the fotos and the reporting.

Now u really got into it.

Congrats

antagonistic FREUD bows to BSF Herald Cub Reporter.

PS....Terry, don't stumble now. U is almost to one of yr goals.

You've climbed the mountain. Now u need to survive the return trip.

[RayTheRat]

Here's "Frankenstein."  It's right around 400 mph in that shot.

I can't begin to tell you how happy the folks in the Nish pit are.  I've known Mike Nish for a very long time.  I've seen 'em struggle so many times.  Hell, I just about broke into tears as I was talkin with some of the team members.

It's just frikkin ossum!!!

[Glen]

It's been a up hill battle for them, sure happy to see them do it. Hope there is more in it. cheers to the whole team.
 

[Seldom Seen Slim]

Nothing broken on the Spectre's rear end.  They were just re-doing the tape seal around the base of the wheel guard - to make sure the salt doesn't get in anymore than possible.  Amir tells me they're looking forward to running again - probably won't run 'til first thing in the morning.

No word on what Nish is planning.

[flyguyddt]

This is so awesome to be able to follow along from the office in Salt Lake!!!  Way to go Terry, Mike and crew!!  Been a huge fan of Terry ever since I heard the first call by the track announcer of "Terrible Terry Nish"..........!!!  Wish I was there calling the race for them right now!!

Dave "Professor" Turner

See you all on Friday!!!

[Dean Los Angeles]

Hey! It's been an hour since anybody ran.

I EXPECT a 400+ run on the hour!!!

[Seldom Seen Slim]

Now there's word on the NIsh car:

They've got the engine fired up and the body back on and the car is on the transporter.  They're going to go to the far end and make an attempt.  Still in the pits - but about ready to leave.

Nope, they're on the way to the north end of the track.  It'll take about a half-hour or so before they're ready to run, I expect -- transport time, car off trailer and ready, dress Mike, then run.  Stay tuned -- go get a fresh drink -- you've got a little time.

[#31]

I dont want to leave my computer.

[Seldom Seen Slim]

While we're waiting, I talked with Paul Hirsch -- the guy that's putting on a lawnmower speed trial this weekend.  Here's what he had to say.

"
Bringing the World’s Fastest Lawnmower Speed Record Back to the USA
Bobby Cleveland aims to reclaim the record at the Bonneville Salt Flats

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Paul Hirsch (773) 326-6388 • phirsch@goldeagle.com
CHICAGO – Former World’s Fastest Lawnmower driver Bobby Cleveland – Gold Eagle® Co.’s Engine Answerman - who set the original land speed record on July 4, 2006, is gearing up his 104+® riding lawnmower to reclaim his title at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, the weekend of Sept. 24-26. In May, British driver Don Wales (on behalf on Project Runningblade) took the title by going 87.833 mph at the Pendine Sands in Wales – beating Cleveland’s record of 80.792 mph.  Cleveland was in attendance to see his record broken, and to cheer on his British counterpart. Cleveland is confident he can win back his title of World’s Fastest Lawnmower, bringing the ‘prize’ back to the USA.
   Gold Eagle Co. created a site (http://www.willbobbygo100.com) where people can guess how fast Cleveland will go. The winner will be awarded a cash gift card and other prizes. The site also houses various related video clips and information – including footage of Cleveland setting the record in 2006, interviews with his friends/family and more.
“I’ve been waiting four years for this,” said Cleveland. “That’s’ why I was excited about Project Runningblade’s attempt, as it gave me an excuse to go back to the Salt Flats.  I’m pretty sure I can go AT LEAST 90 mph, but would love to make it to 100, or even 104. I invite everyone to come out and cheer me on in September - the ‘mow’ the better!”
Gold Eagle® Co.  is the manufacturer of leading brands including STA-BIL® Fuel Stabilizer, HEET® Gas-Line Antifreeze, NO-LEAK® Treatments, 104+® Octane Boost, Start Your Engines® and DieselPower!® Diesel Additives.  Details on the full line of Gold Eagle products can be obtained at www.goldeagle.com, calling 800-621-1251 or writing Gold Eagle Co. at 4400 S. Kildare Ave., Chicago, IL 60632."


[Bobby c]

If my mower went that fast I just might get somthing done today

[Seldom Seen Slim]

Locking down the pits and the entire race course -- Nish car is getting ready to run.  Expect it in ten minutes or so.  The helicopter that's filming the event just took off.

[#31]

After Nish runs I better go do some hot laps around my yard on the mower. It will prob go 11 mph

[rlague]

JON,  Good plug.  The team from IGNITION3 will be shooting this for Gold Eagle and we are looking forward to it.  I hope lots of the cars are still there on Friday.  Dick Lague