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Title: BUB Updates
Post by: landracing on August 29, 2010, 02:34:33 PM
Starting a new topic for BUB updates.

The other thread was started for a different topic, So ill start a new topic for a thread of updates only.

I just found out that Max is enroute to tow up to the line for their first runs.

JonAmo
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: landsendlynda on August 29, 2010, 02:36:12 PM
WOO HOO!!!   Go Max GO!!!!!!!!!!!!

Lynda
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 29, 2010, 04:24:34 PM
Yer tired and windblown landracing reporter finally got here! 

Weather report.  Very pleasant.  Temps in the 70s, a gentle breeze and bikes are running on the course.  Registration is a little chaotic, but not bad.  Here are fotos of the pits and tech.  More to follow as I wander around doing my cub reporter thing.

Just as additional info, the announcing broadcast is on FM 89.5

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 29, 2010, 05:18:01 PM
Ray ... good call ... I can update from this morning. Drivers meeting at 0700. Dennis Manning (Bub) and Ken Salent (AMA) gave the opening. Rex Sloboda went over the course procedures and held a rookie meeting immediately after the drivers meeting. I got a lot of pictures from tech this morning that I post later. Ray's will be better.


Joe

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Seldom Seen Slim on August 29, 2010, 05:41:48 PM
Joe, just for the sake of being nice to a guy who's name isn't as easy to spell as is yours -- Rex's last name is Svoboda.  He runs the 313 car and is crew chief for the Burkland Family 'liner.

Thanks for all of the information on what's going on out there.  I'll be checking the Forum frequently, I promise - - and not just for your spelling errors. :-D
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 29, 2010, 05:48:36 PM
Thanks for the help, Joe.  I'm here by myself and can't be everywhere at once.  Your photos will be really helpful.

I wandered down to the end of the pits and got a shot looking back toward Land's End. 

According to the Wunderground radar animation loop, the weather cells are passing to the west of the salt.

I ran into Tom Mellor with his Rolls Royce tow car and partially (about as partially as you can get) streamlined Triumph.

Back to work.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 29, 2010, 06:03:41 PM
weather update ... wind from the north at ZERO mph ... tough to figure that out .... my manometer indicates no wind ... The Klocks are here in force ... 5 bikes, all painted charcoal and red.   Had an interesting discussion with a woman that is the rider on a sidecar rig. She identified herself as the "the monkey".   In fact, she has a stuffed monkey under the fairing.   
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 29, 2010, 06:07:28 PM
Slim, I clearly stated that the copy part of anything I did would not meet your standards. It is considerably more difficult to get the story part. The photos are much easier.  Maybe 25 bikes in pre-stage right now. There are some return runs on course right now.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 29, 2010, 06:11:20 PM
checking the track for debris. Some interesting stuff from this morning, a 500cc bike left the starting line on the long course without being flagged off. He proceeded to run the entire course long past mile 5 and was last seen approaching floating mountain.

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Cole222 on August 29, 2010, 06:22:18 PM
In 2008 Tom Mellor ran 750 MPS-PG setting the AMA record at 180.317
and a record in 750 M-PG at 159.903.

It looks like he is upping his Triumph Triple to 1000 MPG-PG with the current record set in 2008 of 164.117 by W. Hodgson on a BMW.
Will he also remove the fairing and go for the current 1000 M-PG record of 155.848 set by S. Hamel on a Vincent?

Pretty good for a retired guy from British Columbia that races "on my pension income."
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 29, 2010, 06:23:19 PM
Just after I saw Tom, I saw Peg Leg Craig's pit and he graciously offered to pose in front of his partially streamlined sidecar rig.  He's good people.

Then I went out to the end of the measured mile and I heard some guys whoopin and hollerin.  I had to go check it out and I found that Dave Edwards ran 176 on his 1650 Partial Production Kawasaki.  Not such a huge number, but he and his crew man were all pumped up because that allows him to run on the long course.  Dave even went back into the trailer to put his leathers on for the foto.  

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Rchop on August 29, 2010, 06:33:37 PM
Quote from: Cole222 on August 29, 2010, 06:22:18 PM
In 2008 Tom Mellor ran 750 MPS-PG setting the AMA record at 180.317


Where is that record listed? I haven't been able to find it :?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Cole222 on August 29, 2010, 06:49:06 PM
Quote from: Rchop on August 29, 2010, 06:33:37 PM
Quote from: Cole222 on August 29, 2010, 06:22:18 PM
In 2008 Tom Mellor ran 750 MPS-PG setting the AMA record at 180.317


Where is that record listed? I haven't been able to find it :?
It is at the bottom of the 2010 Supplemental (scroll all the way to the bottom for current records).

http://www.speedtrialsbybub.com/2010_event/AMA-BonSR%27s-2010.pdf
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Rchop on August 29, 2010, 06:53:30 PM
Thanks, I remember the run, I just didn't see it in the 2008 BUB web site records.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Seldom Seen Slim on August 29, 2010, 06:53:37 PM
Joe, I only mentioned the "correct" spelling of Rex's name because it's a very uncommon name/spelling and lots of folks probably don't know anything about it.  Since he's working in the timing tower (I assume he is, along with Tom Burkland -- they've been in the tower for the past few Bub meets) I thought I'd help everyone reading these pages know who's who.

It's obvious that you're taking time out of your personal day to make the posts and get the photos -- and I appreciate it very much.  Thanks yet another time.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: isiahstites on August 29, 2010, 07:05:35 PM
Quote from: RayTheRat on August 29, 2010, 06:23:19 PM
Just after I saw Tom, I saw Peg Leg Craig's pit and he graciously offered to pose in front of his partially streamlined sidecar rig.  He's good people.


Craig is very good people, please keep us posted of his runs if you happen to see them.

Thanks for the coverage everyone!

Scott
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 29, 2010, 09:14:43 PM
I'm back at the motel.  I just got an email from Max Lambky's wife that told me the reason for his aborted run earlier today.  Apparently there was a loose wire that wouldn't allow the thing to shift outta first gear.

Also talked with Lars about the Indian.  More on a separate post.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: octane on August 29, 2010, 09:41:25 PM
I only have a minute now but please check my pics here ;

BUB PICS (http://s207.photobucket.com/albums/bb220/octane98extra/)

Finally got my bike sorted this afternoon. Test run ( first picture in the pic upload )
Will run it tomorrow unless....?

BUB is fantastic...fantastic bikes...fantastic people !

More later when I get back to the motel.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 29, 2010, 09:56:07 PM
Lars and the Indian.  Talk about things crossing in the mail...

This one's gonna take a while, so grab a cool one and sit back.  

During Speed Week, everyone (well, maybe not EVERYone...but close) was asking about Lars and his Indian.  I caught up with him at Salt Talks and we visited for a bit but didn't get any info on the bike.  It was a nice chat, nonetheless.  

This afternoon, I came to Randy Crenshaw's pit where my tall friend (we look like Mutt and Jeff when we're together...he's about a whole foot taller than I am) Jim, aka Texican is serving as gourmet chef for the team.  Kinda hard to miss either one...the Texican part or the chef part.  He's havin the time of his life.  Happier than a pig in sh1t.  Randy had made one shakedown pass and that was it.  More runs tomorrow.

While I was there, Randy came over to visit (seems like I do as much of that as I do shooting fotos or updating the forum...but I get some interesting info that way.)  As we were talking we heard a very aggressive exhaust note that echoed off the mountains or something.  It was eerie but pleasant at the same time.  A VERY mean-sounding motor.  Randy mentioned that every time he heard it, the hairs on his arms stood up.  I can sure agree with that.  So I went to investigate.

I found that two pits down, Lars had his pit and he'd been rapping the throttle of the Indian.  Check the foto.  Anyway he'd shut it off by the time I got there, but greeted me with a great big smile on his face.  He told me that he'd just found out what it was that had been causing him a whole lotta trouble.  

He was just bubbling with excitement.  He said he'd run tomorrow and the smile got even bigger.  I told him that I'd update landracing and he said to mention that he was "the happiest guy in the world."  

So.  Nothing but good news up and down the pits except for one Honda 450 team that was packin up cuz so many little things had gone wrong that they figgered it would be a better idea to fix everything back at the shop.  With my Swiss Cheese memory, I can't remember who it was.  Dam, I hate this memory trouble sh1t.  

I've got a couple more fotos to post, but I'll be posting further news about everybody I can find out about.  

Maybe it's time for another cool one.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Freud on August 29, 2010, 10:09:26 PM
And I missed my chance to meet Lars when I missed Salt Talks.

I hate that. At least I saw his Salt Talks name badge in a foto.

FREUD
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 29, 2010, 10:32:34 PM
From the "There.  I fixed it" department.

First one is proof that if a little bit is good, then more's better.  And a LOT more is a LOT better.  Or you can never have too much hauling power.  Or something like that.

I've seen some interesting race car haulers, but this one takes the cake.

Red Green strikes again.  For those who thought my "Redneck Special" trailer was kinda goofy (including me) then check out these fotos.  I guess if ya got a Taurus with a wiped out rear end (there's a good straight line if I ever heard one) and part of a pickup bed, then call up Red Green and put him to work.  You'll end up with the strangest extended cab pickup ever.

The kicker is the tonneau cover. It's made from foam board and "sculpted" into shape, chamfered edges and all.  And it's from Minnesota...maybe Red DID do the job.  Stranger than fiction.

Finally, there's another Red Green thing.  One of the shows was centered around a "great big thing" coming down the road.  Well, I found it.  As I passed it on the freeway, I thought it might be going to the Carlin Gold Mine, the site of the largest gold discovery of the 20th century.  Long ago in a galaxy far away, I was the hardware tech for their Remote Job Entry (RJE) system.  It was located next to  the building that housed the ball mills.  Absolutely filthy.  If you were clean when ya got there, you sure weren't when ya left...even if ya never left the office building.  Later they built a newer office structure near the leaching ponds...and ended up with a large mainframe system.  I don't EVER regret going into software development shortly after that system upgrade happened.  Software is much cleaner than hardware.  And it was there that I learned to hate 80 column punch card systems.

Ok.  it's time for bed.  I'll be back on the job tomorrow.

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 29, 2010, 11:22:51 PM
First off ... Slim - I wasnt offended ... I am not as good a reporter as you are ... I think we all remember the job you did at the shootout ... It almost like being there ... I am trying to get as many photos posted as I can before I fall asleep ... I have to be at Mile 2 long course at 0700. I was stranded there when the wind picked up and shut down the course prematurely this evening ... We all starting in the order we were in when it closed ... Joe
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 29, 2010, 11:26:56 PM
(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0224.jpg)

This lovely lady proudly pronounced her position on the ride as "the monkey" ... as I previously stated she has a mini stuffed toy monkey wire tied under the fairing.

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0214.jpg)

XB9 Buell powered drag frame ... went 137 this afternoon
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 29, 2010, 11:53:22 PM
(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0182.jpg)

Dennis opening drivers meeting

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0179.jpg)

Interesting
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Stainless1 on August 29, 2010, 11:55:54 PM
The Black Lightning failed to shift from first gear on it's shake down run today.  Did about 180 or so in first.  Plugs looked good. chains all looked good, found a salt infected wire, but further investigation revealed that would not cause the no shift,  Have a few more checks to run in the morning, then we will try again.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 30, 2010, 12:03:43 AM
(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0186.jpg)

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0185.jpg)
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 30, 2010, 04:28:42 AM
It's 2:20 ayem.  I fell asleep at the computer.  Damm!  I hate it when I do that. 

But when I woke up, I heard a strange pitter-patter sound.  I didn't bleeve it...but yes, it's raining.  Steady drizzle.  Photo pg weather map included.

Stay tuned. I gotta get more sleep...like in a real bed.

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 30, 2010, 08:09:48 AM
tech line photos ... I dont know whose bike is whose ... bear with me ....

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0143.jpg)

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0141-1.jpg)
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 30, 2010, 08:20:55 AM
some more tech line fotos ... We were treated to a low level flyby (100 feet altitude) from an pair of A10-s .... look carefully and you can see one approaching the tech line ... some of the folks are waving to the pilot ... gotta love it ... I am surprized I got it in the frame

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0155.jpg)

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0139-1.jpg)

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0146.jpg)
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 30, 2010, 08:45:28 AM
(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0187.jpg)

Lucille Dunn's Buell Blast

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0188.jpg)

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0165.jpg)

Rained last night and we not going on the salt flats until Dennis can assess the conditions at day break. I am told there is standing water on the flats.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: trimmers on August 30, 2010, 09:02:47 AM
Ray:

That "great big thing" you saw (and pictured) is a section of windmill stand/tower.

Jeff in Boise
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: donpearsall on August 30, 2010, 09:36:48 AM
We were on the access road to the salt this morning for the second day of racing at 6 am today. Everyone was being turned around because of water on the salt. They said to come back at 10 am. We only made one run yesterday and that was 199.91, with VERY slippery salt, and no big speeds so far.

On tires here at BUB. Drew Gatewood, head scrutineer, had all the 200mph guys promise to report tire data to him. After my last run I measured the temp at 90 degrees with ambient salt temps around 83 degrees. So nothing to report yet. My daughter's husband who was riding my turbo ZX-10r had a FRONT tire blow out at 163 mph but he hung on withou going down. The valve stem broke and we have no idea why. We spent a few hours fixing the tire and all is OK now.

We have 4 more days of racing, so hopefully there will be some better news to report.
Don
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 30, 2010, 10:07:22 AM
Ken Saillant states that the AMA and Bub's staff meeting is set for 10 am ... the conditions will be assessed at that time ... there is a possibility of racing later in the afternoon ... there is standing water on the international course and it maybe possible to use it short plus the mountain course ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: sabat on August 30, 2010, 10:09:44 AM
Quote from: donpearsall on August 30, 2010, 09:36:48 AM
We were on the access road to the salt this morning for the second day of racing at 6 am today. Everyone was being turned around because of water on the salt. They said to come back at 10 am. We only made one run yesterday and that was 199.91, with VERY slippery salt, and no big speeds so far.

On tires here at BUB. Drew Gatewood, head scrutineer, had all the 200mph guys promise to report tire data to him. After my last run I measured the temp at 90 degrees with ambient salt temps around 83 degrees. So nothing to report yet. My daughter's husband who was riding my turbo ZX-10r had a FRONT tire blow out at 163 mph but he hung on withou going down. The valve stem broke and we have no idea why. We spent a few hours fixing the tire and all is OK now.

We have 4 more days of racing, so hopefully there will be some better news to report.
Don

Don, I'd love to see pics & hear details of your turbo ZX10r, best of luck with it & your bike this week.  :cheers: -Dean
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 30, 2010, 10:16:07 AM
Quote from: trimmers on August 30, 2010, 09:02:47 AM
Ray:

That "great big thing" you saw (and pictured) is a section of windmill stand/tower.

Jeff in Boise

Thanks, Jeff.  That clears that one up.  It's amazing how answers always seem to come from someone on the web.  How did we ever live without it?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 30, 2010, 10:32:19 AM
(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0192.jpg)

Rex SVOBODA conducting the rookie orientation meeting Sunday

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0195.jpg)

Aaron Wilson's fueler

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0193.jpg)

Susan Wilson's fueler
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Seldom Seen Slim on August 30, 2010, 10:53:30 AM
To digress:

If that's a section of the tower for a wind generator -- it's not a "standard" piece.  We've been seeing lots of the tower pieces this summer, and most of them are longer than the one in the photo -- and much lighter (weight).  There was one in the parking lot of a motel where we stayed in Green River, Utah, last weekend -- and I took the time to get close to it.  First of all, this one (in the parking lot) was similar to most -- about 60 feet long and carried on a dual-axle dolly that was tied to the tractor, which also was a dual-axle unit.  The load that duals can carry is limited to about 40,000# or less.  The photo you put up here shows lots more axles than just five -- which implies heavier than the usual 80 - 90,000# GVW.  Ditto the length -- the "tube" itself looks pretty short (comparing it to the rest of the stuff in the photo).

So maybe it was for a wind generator, but for one hellaciously big unit -- not the ones we see scattered over the landscape here and there throughout the county.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 30, 2010, 10:57:43 AM
To add to what's been said, I'll pass on some info I got from my tall friend Texican.

He called and told me that there's a lotta water at Land's End.  This isn't unusual (see foto from 2003
http://www.chevyasylum.com/lsr/bsf2003/wf/031015/031015_001r8.jpg (http://www.chevyasylum.com/lsr/bsf2003/wf/031015/031015_001r8.jpg) ); some water in the pits and the course condition is unknown at the moment, except for what's already been posted.  I think "wet" would be be a safe bet.

More news as it happens.

I wanna thank Joe and Don for filling in with fotos.  Sure makes for better coverage of the meet. 

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 30, 2010, 11:23:14 AM
(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0202.jpg)

Bennetts Harley ... the photo doesnt do the candy apple paint justice ... nice work

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0197.jpg)

"The iron dog"
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 30, 2010, 11:35:27 AM
Ray / Don ... would like to meet you this week ... If you get a chance I am pitted along the front towards the course about midway ...  Blue Silverado is the pit ride ... Joe
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: WildBro on August 30, 2010, 11:44:21 AM
What is the rule in AMA or FIM for seeing "all"(but hands/forarms) of the rider.  Is it differant from SCTA/ECTA?

Bill
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Wester on August 30, 2010, 11:48:05 AM
Quote from: donpearsall on August 30, 2010, 09:36:48 AM
We were on the access road to the salt this morning for the second day of racing at 6 am today. Everyone was being turned around because of water on the salt. They said to come back at 10 am. We only made one run yesterday and that was 199.91, with VERY slippery salt, and no big speeds so far.

On tires here at BUB. Drew Gatewood, head scrutineer, had all the 200mph guys promise to report tire data to him. After my last run I measured the temp at 90 degrees with ambient salt temps around 83 degrees. So nothing to report yet. My daughter's husband who was riding my turbo ZX-10r had a FRONT tire blow out at 163 mph but he hung on withou going down. The valve stem broke and we have no idea why. We spent a few hours fixing the tire and all is OK now.

We have 4 more days of racing, so hopefully there will be some better news to report.
Don

For what it's worth ...
We had a rather wild but short storm go through SLC this morning.  Lots of thunder, some lightning and pelting rain.  It looks like the rain is about over now.  What is the standing water situation like on the salt?  It's supposed to be cooler today but warm up after tomorrow in the city.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Richard Thomason on August 30, 2010, 11:58:00 AM
Yep it's part of the newer model 400' tall wind generators. You know, one of the things that are robbing gigajuoles of energy from our atmosphere. Talk about affecting our weather, this has the potential to be way worse than so-called ozone depletion and greenhouse effects.
Prove me wrong. Think maybe I'll write a book and make a movie.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Elmo Rodge on August 30, 2010, 01:11:05 PM
Quote from: Richard Thomason on August 30, 2010, 11:58:00 AM
Yep it's part of the newer model 400' tall wind generators. You know, one of the things that are robbing gigajuoles of energy from our atmosphere. Talk about affecting our weather, this has the potential to be way worse than so-called ozone depletion and greenhouse effects.
Prove me wrong. Think maybe I'll write a book and make a movie.
Them darn joule thieves are at it again.  :x Wayno
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Seldom Seen Slim on August 30, 2010, 01:20:39 PM
Richard, I'm pleased that at least someone understands that wind energy is still energy, and that converting it to electricity changes the entire energy (of the planet) equation.  Not much, probably, but still. . .

As for other environment-changing things like ozone and greenhouse gas -- I'll be happy to chat about those viv-a-vis, not here on the racing Forum.  I've got some ideas, and evidently so do you --= and maybe sharing them would bring about a bit of learning for each of us.  No beer for me, please, but feel free to visit next time we're both at the salt or wherever and have some time to burn.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Boz on August 30, 2010, 01:24:59 PM
Sorry to hear about the rain last night.
Hope things dry up and you guys and gals can get in some good runs.
When I ran in 2007 the salt was wet and I had bad tire spin.  Also some people went down.  Stay safe out there.
Has anybody seen Keith Ball and the Biker Net Assault Weapon?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 30, 2010, 03:28:31 PM
Latest update:  the decision to run has been put off until 2 peeyem.  Last time someone checked there was still standing water on at least 1 of the courses.  The word I got is that if they DO run at, it'll prolly be short course only.

Right now it's 59F and overcast.  Wind is very light: 2-5mph gusts.  

If I had to make a guess, I'd say that tomorrow would be a better day for racing...and I might crawl back into my bed in the motel room.  I'm sure glad I chose to skip the tent thing for this event.  Just dumb luck, but I'm glad I'm not trying to drip-dry my sleeping bag and everything else...or trying to find out where the tent ended up when the wind stopped.

*****************************************************************

That shows ya what I know.  Leslie Porterfield just made a coupla 150 mph runs and pronounced the course acceptable.  I'm gonna saddle up and get out there.

More news when I'm on the salt.

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: landracing on August 30, 2010, 03:35:51 PM
Thanks Ray, appreciate the news.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Cole222 on August 30, 2010, 05:30:24 PM
Talked with one of the Lambert brothers and they said the short course was opening up for runs and they were heading over to get in line. Looks like tomorrow for the long course.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 30, 2010, 05:36:44 PM
I'm testing my Android connection.  I'm on the salt and bikes are running...Just need to know if this thing works.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: debgeo on August 30, 2010, 05:45:04 PM
Ray it is working
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: racefanwfo on August 30, 2010, 05:45:28 PM
looks good ray.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 30, 2010, 06:27:21 PM
Thanks to those who confirmd the connection.

Here are a few fotos.

The view from Land's End shows puddles of water and some overcast, but not nearly what I'd expected.

I'll need some help on the 411 bike.  It sure looks like there's some relationship to the Burkland group.  I dunno anything more than that.

I talked to the guy with the Red Green-built Taurus.  Nice young guy.  He told me he built it so he'd have some room to sleep in the thing.  Looks more like a place to hide the bodies.  :)  He also said that he'd send me fotos when he gets it re-painted...this is the 2nd iteration of the pickup bed.  He says he's put over 120k miles on it that way.  The thing that made me laugh was when he said that he'd sealed the foam board by rolling Gorilla glue with a paint roller.  Hey...it's workin for him and it's a whole lot cheaper than a new F-350.

I think the last foto is of Richard Assen from "down under."  I'm not sure tho.  Where I'm parked at the moment is right along the return road, so I get to see everybody coming back this way.

They're running AMA rules, so when a bike qualifies for a record, he/she's held at the mountain end of the course and when there are 3 or 4 parked there, they run 'em back in the opposite direction.

Lastly, the sun just came out and it's gonna get real muggy for a bit...but it'll dry the salt surface.

More later.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 30, 2010, 06:30:17 PM
That last post over the Android tether only took 8 minutes.  Sheesh!
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Chris Horoho on August 30, 2010, 06:31:49 PM
i believe that last pic is of greg walters from down under
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: fredvance on August 30, 2010, 06:35:38 PM
Ray, I dont know what an "Android" is. I use a Sprint 3G aircard for my laptop, 60 bucks a month. Works just about anywhere and is pretty fast.

  Fred
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 30, 2010, 07:00:32 PM
Both courses are good ... Leslie was the traction tester and ran both courses. International is short course only. Course surface is good. Doesnt seem any different then yesterday but when you get off the course the surface is rough riding.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Dr Goggles on August 30, 2010, 07:05:50 PM
Quote from: Elmo Rodge on August 30, 2010, 01:11:05 PM
Quote from: Richard Thomason on August 30, 2010, 11:58:00 AM
Yep it's part of the newer model 400' tall wind generators. You know, one of the things that are robbing gigajuoles of energy from our atmosphere. Talk about affecting our weather, this has the potential to be way worse than so-called ozone depletion and greenhouse effects.
Prove me wrong. Think maybe I'll write a book and make a movie.
Them darn joule thieves are at it again.  :x Wayno

Genius Wayno, genius. :cheers:

Quote from: Chris Horoho on August 30, 2010, 06:31:49 PM
i believe that last pic is of greg walters from down under
That's Watters, just walk uo him and say "I heard you're from Wunyu" pron: "one-you"
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 30, 2010, 07:24:21 PM
Quote from: fredvance on August 30, 2010, 06:35:38 PM
Ray, I dont know what an "Android" is. I use a Sprint 3G aircard for my laptop, 60 bucks a month. Works just about anywhere and is pretty fast.

  Fred

An Android is a type of Smart Phone.  I also have an AT&T air card, but I left it in the motel room.  This is the backup connection.  Neither one is real fast or real stable...but they work.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Cole222 on August 30, 2010, 07:25:36 PM
Pre-entry for #411
1650-MPS-PG
 king up
 david hurley
 411
 HD                 
 1994
 
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Chris Horoho on August 30, 2010, 07:54:59 PM
Quote from: Dr Goggles on August 30, 2010, 07:05:50 PM
Quote from: Elmo Rodge on August 30, 2010, 01:11:05 PM
Quote from: Richard Thomason on August 30, 2010, 11:58:00 AM
Yep it's part of the newer model 400' tall wind generators. You know, one of the things that are robbing gigajuoles of energy from our atmosphere. Talk about affecting our weather, this has the potential to be way worse than so-called ozone depletion and greenhouse effects.
Prove me wrong. Think maybe I'll write a book and make a movie.
Them darn joule thieves are at it again.  :x Wayno

Genius Wayno, genius. :cheers:

Quote from: Chris Horoho on August 30, 2010, 06:31:49 PM
i believe that last pic is of greg walters from down under
That's Watters, just walk uo him and say "I heard you're from Wunyu" pron: "one-you"
oops I knew I had mispelled it
he is going to give me heck for that when he sees it lol
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Wester on August 30, 2010, 11:32:53 PM
Ray,

411 Bike is the right color for the Burkland's crew.  Rex Svoboda is in the timer's stand along with Tom Burkland.  For the final word on it's provenance you could ask there.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Freud on August 30, 2010, 11:49:18 PM
Run What Ya Brung Entry.  Do you have a 201 Hat for the kid in the bucket?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 12:03:10 AM
Quote from: Wester on August 30, 2010, 11:32:53 PM
Ray,

411 Bike is the right color for the Burkland's crew.  Rex Svoboda is in the timer's stand along with Tom Burkland.  For the final word on it's provenance you could ask there.

Thanks, Wes.  I talked to the rider this afternoon.  He had no idea what "the Burklands" was.  Pure coincidence, apparently.

I've been on the phone ever since I got back to the motel.  I'm a-gonna post a few fotos now.

Ohh...one of the high points of the day was meeting that "Kansas Badman" Max Lambky.  His pilot, Hartmut, will be riding tomorrow.  They're running on an open record, but have very high aspirations.  They ran 178 in 1st gear (and that was only at 5 grand with a 6500 limit.)  I think they can do it.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 12:09:23 AM
Ok.  It was a long afternoon and a lotta time spent on the phone when I got back to the motel.  I was able to edit fotos while talking on the phone, but my multi-tasking skills aren't sufficient to write posts on the forum while on the phone.

So.  Here are some shots starting about 4 hours ago.

With the AMA return run rules ya get 'em coming and going....

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 12:11:12 AM
Some shots of Max's sidecar liner. Like I wrote, it's an open record, but Max wants a big number.

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 12:15:44 AM
At the pre-staging area for the Mountain course (the other one is being called the International Course) was the Oasis Lounge, complete with palm tree and flamingo.  They were startin to wilt a bit after the sun came out.

There were plenty of bikes and riders waitin for a chance to leave pre-stage and get on the course.  Note the 1st Cavalry graphic on the Buell.  Right On!




Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 12:22:09 AM
Potluck Motorsports brought a "Harley-Busa" to run in the APS/AG class.  Class act. 

When I went to the Mtn Course Staging, there was a guy with a Yamaha RZ-350 (Kenny Roberts signature edition.)  I've heard some stories about Roberts and a bike like that and some hijinx on a beach in a galaxy far away, but I won't name any names. 

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:36:09 AM
(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0217.jpg)

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0215.jpg)

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0216.jpg)
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 12:39:35 AM
There was quite a wait as the returns were coming back...which wasn't helped by riders stopping on the course, crossing a hot course, turning out the wrong way...must be the phase of the moon or something.

While we waited, I got some shots of Bo Miller's pop-rivet special.  I suggested that he do like the Brazilian stock car team did a week ago and cover it all with clear packing tape to smooth it out. 

I wanna see what it looks like in the ayem.

And then there were two.  The clock struck 7 (six escaped with minor injuries) and the course was closed.  These two will run first in the morning.  And I'll run to bed right about now.

G'nite.


Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:59:43 AM
(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0256.jpg)

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0255.jpg)

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0253.jpg)
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 08:50:17 AM
6:45 ayem weather report: 61F, wind 10 mph variable, clear skies.  Forecast, High: 74, 20 percent chance of thunderstorms...not much...radar looks good at the moment.

I'll be out there shortly.

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 09:27:53 AM
At mile 3 Intl course ... just awaiting the racing to start ... they are bringing everyone in was stranded last night at the starting line back to their spot.   There are 8 machines here including the Vincent side hack ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 10:01:58 AM
Waters and Higgins ... 750cc GSXR ... 218.281 mph
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 10:13:09 AM
Rich Axton ... Hayabusa ... shut off early .... we were awaiting a big speed  ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 10:17:04 AM
Carrie Alter ... Hayabusa ... Team Crash Alot ... on course ... 184 mph .... right now 11 knot head wind
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 10:19:59 AM
There is a new manufactured Norton here ... I will try for photos ... Just met Ray for the first time ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 10:24:01 AM
Leslie Porterfield ... CBR1000 ... on course ... 151 mph
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 10:43:31 AM
Lucille Dunn ... Bike 1213 on course ... NRHS sponsored ... Buell Blast ... 115 mph ... under her current record ....
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Livin1072 on August 31, 2010, 10:46:20 AM
nice action posting  :cheers:

Thank you
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Peter Jack on August 31, 2010, 10:47:59 AM
Hey Joe:

You're really starting to get this reporting thing down pat. Great work!!! :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:

Pete
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 10:58:35 AM
Bike 240 ... Tom Mellor ... on Intl Course ... 1969 750cc Triumph ... No Speed given announcer BS -ing about needing a protractor ...sorry
Swiss Performance Hans ??? ... Suzuki B-King on course ...  Speed 165.567 mph

announcer is killing this already weak effort
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:02:12 AM
B71 ... Matt Capri ... Triumph Thruxton ... on Intl course ... 166.201
B411 ... David Hurley ... HD Sportster on Mountain course ... 172.948
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:04:16 AM
B621 --- JRV Racing ... On Mountain Course ... Bob Melosa ... Son Bob was KIA in Iraq May 2009 ....138.428
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: sabat on August 31, 2010, 11:07:21 AM
Quote from: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 10:01:58 AM
Waters and Higgins ... 750cc GSXR ... 218.281 mph


Woohoo, go Team A-Ward, Greg & Jim  :cheers:


Thanks for the great reporting Joe, you rock.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:09:20 AM
Not sure how Slim does this ... it is tougher then you think ... requires 100% attention

B280 on Intl course ... Classic Motor Bikes ... Terry Prince ... Vincent Rapide side hack --- 127.853 mph
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:12:47 AM
B379 return run ... Waters and Higgins ... think this is a GSZR 750 --- 210.386 mph
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:14:23 AM
Not sure of the bike but they had GSXR 750 in tech ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:16:18 AM
Buell at Bub's is like Hayabusa at Maxton ... half the field ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:19:48 AM
1947 Triumph on course ... 93.946

announced Electric bike is in tech ...

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:22:13 AM
Bob Cliff ... B4753 ... 1947 Indian Chief ... on course ... 85.824
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:33:59 AM
Max is heading towards Mile 0 long course .. California Fritz right behind him
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:38:16 AM
ZX14 on Intl course B293 ... Edwards Racing - Simon Edwards ... 179.451
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:44:27 AM
9750 Intl course ...Howard Michael ... Busa ... 172.812

1987 mountain course ... Aaron Wilson ... NRHS ... Truett and Osborne chassis ... S-S engine ... 184.744

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:46:35 AM
B553 ... Jeff Colby ... Busa on Intl course ... 196.540


Sunshine ... still chilly ... head wind dying finally
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:49:33 AM
B966 ... Tracy Schneider ... GSXR1300 on Intl course ... 194.998

B6565 mountain course ... Team Klockworx ... HD Dyna ... 131.494
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:54:52 AM
B80 ... Karina Markham Mountain course ... 125 Sachs engined scooter ... 58.734

B153 ... JD Cycles/Brock Performance Intl course ... John ???        Busa ... 184.277
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 11:57:03 AM
Carrie Alters Intl Course B2100 ... "Team Crash Alot" ...'Busa ... 195.162

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:04:49 PM
B77 ... Eric Bennett .. Balls Out Racing / Bennetts Performance / S&S Cycles ... 3000cc APS PG on Intl course ... beautiful machine ... 128.730

B968 ... no info .... 190.079
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:09:07 PM
B1377 ... Joe Marr M-M Racing ... Intl ... Yamaha GT 2 stroke ... 69.892

B430 Mountain course ... James Larocca ... 650 cc Kawi ... 150.066

B14 ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:11:03 PM
B14 --- Klock Worx - Erica Cobb --- Mountain --- 138.495 - record

B333  --- Klock Worx - Carley Cobb --- Intl  153.214
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:12:19 PM
Cobb Sisters racing at the same time ... one on each course ... B14 is a record ... 1000PPP
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:15:50 PM
Motosist ? Electric bike in tech still

B408 return run ... mountain course ... Full House Mouse Team ... 114.723

B804 Intl course ... 92.785
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:21:43 PM
B6565 .. Mountain return run ... Dyna Glide ...Team KlockWorx ... No time ... Waz again BS-ing about nonsense ... sorry
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:22:56 PM
B4110 ... Laura Klock ... Victory ... turn out
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:24:28 PM
B1414 -   intl -- 151.966 ... no info

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:27:53 PM
B152 Intl course ... Don Roberts ... Bridgeton Maine ... LTA guy ... 129.528

B 268 ... RD250 Yamaha ... mtn 93.221
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:30:55 PM
B150 Mtn crse ... Max Capps .... 119.769

B9576 Intl crse ... Tom Daly ... Garden City NY ... Fairway Motorsports ... Buell Lightning ... 119.976
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:34:36 PM
B309 ... 129.109   :?

B62 on Intl ... Bill Franey ... Salt Wheels Racing ... Cleveland Ohio ... ECTA/LTA guy .... HD ... 157.474
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:35:36 PM
I will be off for awhile ... have to crew Tom's bike ... Randy stand by the phone ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Rchop on August 31, 2010, 12:39:52 PM
I was just trying to call you when Scott called, standing by :-D
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:54:47 PM
Max is on course
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:55:25 PM
At mile one ... THE LAMBKY LINER
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:56:52 PM
205.203    with a chute
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:58:11 PM
Looked good ... sounded good ... clean run for the Max
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 01:04:09 PM
B14 ... Erica Cobb ... return run 134.458  .... new record ... 1000PPP

California Fritz Klinger is on the course ... B4990 ... looks like a tip over at low speed ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Freud on August 31, 2010, 01:08:39 PM
55chevr..........don't forget to smell the flowers.

FREUD
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 01:09:15 PM
Fritz is alright ... just a tip over before mile one .... dunno about the streamliner


B430 ... Kawi return run for record ... 650 ninja ... 146.877
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Glen on August 31, 2010, 01:10:42 PM
Seems like California Fritz lays it down every year. I know of several times at SW,s past.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 01:12:57 PM
F ... I will ... I have to do some work on my bike but I was waiting for it warm up a bit ..... now it getting hot ... I have to find 10 mph from somewhere ...


G ... any landing you walk away from is a good landing ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: fredvance on August 31, 2010, 01:15:33 PM
I'll drink to that. :-D :cheers:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 01:19:38 PM

Gregor Moe ... Victory Motorcycle ... 163.253

Evelyn Schultz ... VMax ... B941 .... 160.638
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 01:27:15 PM
AMA is upset ... pit bike crossed the mountain course while it was hot to watch the Max Liner ... they are threatening to shut down event ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 01:28:33 PM
Thanks, Joe.  I've been fighting technical problems.  I think I'm back online for the moment.  We'll see when I try to post some fotos.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 01:29:10 PM
AMA rule is simple ... all pit bikes are motorcycles and all motorcyclists must wear helmets ... they will eject anyone in violation ... the violators arent kids ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 01:30:10 PM
Looks like they will call a special riders meeting and shut course to communicate the rules again ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 01:31:21 PM
No info on riders for the moment ... I think there is some heated discussions going on at registration ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 01:35:23 PM
Here's a shot of Max's liner.  They ran about 2/3 the speed they hoped for.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 01:37:51 PM
okay ... back to normal ... at least for the time being ...

be off forum for awhile ... I am going to work on the bike ... lines are long now ...

Kerns NC ... ECTA Guy ... B9694 Mtn ... HD dresser ... "Buy One" racing ... 160.46

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: WildBro on August 31, 2010, 01:40:33 PM
 :cheers:
Thanks for doing a good job with updates.

Bill
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 01:44:30 PM
Couple more fotos. 

We finally got the opening ceremony fly-by from a coupla A-10s.  They put on a pretty good show...for some guys just out there hot doggin.

And Bo Miller's Team Go Dog Go's Pop Rivet Special thru the lights.

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 01:52:06 PM
Some shots from earlier in the day:

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 03:02:53 PM
Quick check in:

I can confirm Joe's report about the AMA/FIM issue with oit bikes.  I don't think this guy is a guilty one, but they seem pretty serious about it.

I talked with Max Lambky's team who said they'd been running way too rich and were reloading for another run in a coupla hours.  Good luck to 'em!  Here's a shot of the dual Vincent motors.

Tom Mellor's Triumph Triple blew a head gasket in a big way...and took out 2 of the head studs at the same time.  They're trying to fix it and run again.  More good luck wishes.

The Mtn course had been running record returns for quite a while.  A few minutes ago they finished up and release a whle buncha bikes from pre-staging, where I'm parked at the moment.  It was sorta like the Oklahoma land rush.  I wish I'd had the camera ready and not been transferring files to the computer.  It woulda made a kool shot to get the variety of bikes heading out.  From small cafe racers to partial streamlined to a Harley bagger with ape-hanger bars. 


Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: sabat on August 31, 2010, 03:12:43 PM
Great job Joe, RTR, thanks again.

Congrats to Greg & Jim, not sure what the old rec was, but 214 sounds good for a 750  :cheers:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Boz on August 31, 2010, 03:25:11 PM
Ouch on the trumpy head gasket.  I hope to have my triple ready for next year. 
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 04:23:25 PM
Max's sidecar liner just passed my location at the International 3 mile, heading toward the 0.  I'm kinda waitin for Peg Leg Craig to run.  As far as I know, he's at the 0 and should run soon.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 04:45:21 PM
Well, I guess Craig isn't gonna run for a while.  A group of bikes just came to the 3 mile on the International course and are launching from here.  So here are some fotos without captions.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Dean Los Angeles on August 31, 2010, 05:01:11 PM
How does #85 with the roll bar run in APS?

Quote
Streamlining is limited to seat/tail section and windshield/fairing.
With the rider in the racing position, the rider must be able to be
seen (hands and arms excluded) entirely from either side.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 1212FBGS on August 31, 2010, 05:05:23 PM
bike 8050 is entered as MPSPG.... that gsxr doesnt look like it has a pushrod motor in it
kent
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 05:06:10 PM
Mandatory riders meeting 0700 tomorrow ... all riders ... can you guess what it is going to be about?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Cole222 on August 31, 2010, 05:11:08 PM
Quote from: Dean Los Angeles on August 31, 2010, 05:01:11 PM
How does #85 with the roll bar run in APS?

Quote
Streamlining is limited to seat/tail section and windshield/fairing.
With the rider in the racing position, the rider must be able to be
seen (hands and arms excluded) entirely from either side.
They have run it the last few years for time only. It is giving them some seat time while they work on another project that will be a full streamliner.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 05:57:55 PM
Max's sidecar liner just made a pass, but it didn't sound good as it went by the 3 and the laundry got tossed out before it went thru the measured mile and turned out.  More info as I get it.

Meanwhile, here are some more fotos of a Confederate bike as it starts up, heads for the line and launches.

DAMMMIT TO HELLL!!!  Craig's sidecar liner just went by with absolutely zero indication on any frikkin radio.  I've waited for 2 hours to get a shot of it and it's gone down course.  But the support truck just came by honking and waving...and he ran a 181.  I guess I'll wait for a record return.

Yes, it's gettin late and I'm gettin wore out and cranky.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: WildBro on August 31, 2010, 06:19:09 PM
What tire is on that Confederate?

Bill
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 06:21:46 PM
Three more for the time being: a Suzuki, the Lambky liner and a 1650 bagger.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Glen on August 31, 2010, 06:49:39 PM
Ray, you are all spoiled at speed week as I try to keep everyone informed to whats going on with three courses and they can't even announce whats current on any thing. That really sucks. Announcing is a huge part of the event. It means a lot to the other racers and the general public. Thanks for you and Joe for your inputs, at least we get something.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: k.h. on August 31, 2010, 06:58:27 PM
Ray, we really appreciate all the posts from BUB, especially when it's not easy.  Keep up the good work.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 1212FBGS on August 31, 2010, 07:00:40 PM
go Craig go!!!!
Hey Ray, Craigs wifes name is Laura... she is probably driving that truck!
Kent
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: John Noonan on August 31, 2010, 07:35:39 PM
Craigs sidecar has been completely rebuilt and it has Wossner pistons and rods in his 1000, he built the engine himself.. :cheers:

I think the existing record for FIM was 167 or so?

Way too go Craig....

Return with an even higher speed... :-D
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: little max on August 31, 2010, 07:38:34 PM
Ray and all you guys thanks for all the up to the minute updates and all the photos.almost makes me feel like I`m there.NOT. I even Drug my knuckles on the cement,Hit my little finger with a ball pin hammer and burned my forearm on a hot pipe just to feel like I`m in the Lambky`s liner Pit. The latest I heard on Lambky`s Liner when they turned off early was Hartmut  was running off coarse do to a strong wind,and it was`nt sounding right.There is also a leak behind the Clutch.They will be the last boys off the salt tonight.Later Days Little Max
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 07:58:56 PM
Quote from: Glen on August 31, 2010, 06:49:39 PM
Ray, you are all spoiled at speed week as I try to keep everyone informed to whats going on with three courses and they can't even announce whats current on any thing. That really sucks. Announcing is a huge part of the event. It means a lot to the other racers and the general public. Thanks for you and Joe for your inputs, at least we get something.


I wish you were here, Glen.  It'd make things a lot easier. 

Well, the day's coming to a close and some food and some sleep will prolly do me a world of good.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 08:02:19 PM
Quote from: little max on August 31, 2010, 07:38:34 PM
Ray and all you guys thanks for all the up to the minute updates and all the photos.almost makes me feel like I`m there.NOT. I even Drug my knuckles on the cement,Hit my little finger with a ball pin hammer and burned my forearm on a hot pipe just to feel like I`m in the Lambky`s liner Pit. The latest I heard on Lambky`s Liner when they turned off early was Hartmut  was running off coarse do to a strong wind,and it was`nt sounding right.There is also a leak behind the Clutch.They will be the last boys off the salt tonight.Later Days Little Max

LOL!!!  Take it easy on the extremities...ya might need 'em later.  :)

Hope things were minor with the liner.  We'll all be here in the ayem.

They just announced that they've "run 350 bikes through the course today."  I guess that means 350 timed runs made...not too bad, all in all.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: John Noonan on August 31, 2010, 08:20:03 PM
Ray..

Any news of top speed for the event or what speed Craig ran if he did his return run in the liner/sidehack?

Thank you everyone for the updates and pictures.. :cheers:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: bones on August 31, 2010, 08:24:01 PM
Ray
     Thanks heaps for all the updates you've doing a MIGHTY job.

  I have a special interest in the Vincent sidecar(I've spent 12 months working with Terry and should be riding)
  Does any one know if Greg Watters reset his record? Greg and Jim Higgins have a bunch of the blown 750 records.

  see you next year    good luck to everyone
      cheers Bones
  
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: tricktom1 on August 31, 2010, 08:59:48 PM
What's the fastest sit on bike?
Thanks
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Kansas Bad Man on August 31, 2010, 09:06:38 PM

The primary breather line came loose, blowing oil on the slider clutch.  The clutch slipped due to oil, and heated up, loosening the outer diameter of the clutch seal to shaft.  It worked it's way out, throwing additional oil on the clutch.  All repairs have been made.  At the 5 mile, side winds of 8 mph blew Hartmut off course.  He ran the timed mile to the left of the traps.  No time given. 

We'll be running tomorrow morning.

                                      Max



Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 4-barrel Mike on August 31, 2010, 09:09:51 PM
Good news, Max!! 

Mike
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 09:17:19 PM
Quote from: John Noonan on August 31, 2010, 08:20:03 PM
Ray..

Any news of top speed for the event or what speed Craig ran if he did his return run in the liner/sidehack?

Thank you everyone for the updates and pictures.. :cheers:

No.  I never saw him make a return.  I'll ask in the morning.  Everybody has been invited (by BUB hisself) to drive the courses at 6 ayem to pack the salt.  Or so I was told.  I'll be there to drive/get the story.

Max:  Glad things weren't of a major nature.  I'll have the camera pointed atcha in the ayem.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 09:40:22 PM
A few more fotos...then I'm gonna kool it early tonite (yeahrightsure.)

First:  This has to be one of the strangest bikes on the salt.  250cc....something.

The rider of the #426 bike needed a bit of a bump start...it was a kinda difficult to get goin.  But once it was runnin, it did just fine.

more to come.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Seldom Seen Slim on August 31, 2010, 09:52:55 PM
Let's think about it -- #7419 -- looks kinda familiar, doesn't it?  Something about STD on the tailpiece -- like, mmm, Speed Team Doo?  Now where, oh where, have I seen that bike discussed?

I know -- here on the forum!  Of course.  How could we forget?

Ray, you're forgiven for not remembering instantly.  I forget things now and then, too.

Jussi-poikka
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 10:10:14 PM
Then I remembered that fotos look better when they're not back-lit.  DUH!

This rider got going pretty well, too.

I think this is Eric Patteron and his Norton J.A.P.  He reminded me a lot of Burt Munro.

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 10:13:54 PM
Quote from: Seldom Seen Slim on August 31, 2010, 09:52:55 PM
Let's think about it -- #7419 -- looks kinda familiar, doesn't it?  Something about STD on the tailpiece -- like, mmm, Speed Team Doo?  Now where, oh where, have I seen that bike discussed?

I know -- here on the forum!  Of course.  How could we forget?

Ray, you're forgiven for not remembering instantly.  I forget things now and then, too.

Jussi-poikka


????  Jussi-poikka  ????

I'm just gonna stick with my insanity defense and beg mercy from the judge.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: octane on August 31, 2010, 10:16:44 PM
Quote from: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 09:40:22 PM
...This has to be one of the strangest bikes on the salt.  250cc....something...

That brilliant contraption is made, and run, by none other than our very own
 WhizzbangKC (http://www.landracing.com/forum/index.php/topic,7730.0.html)

The Woody Woodpickers delight:

(http://i207.photobucket.com/albums/bb220/octane98extra/CIMG5408.jpg)

(http://i207.photobucket.com/albums/bb220/octane98extra/CIMG5411.jpg)

Ed let me sit erhhh...in(?)...on(?)...it. Not bad at all. The black thingy down by where your feet are
is the gear lever. Kick it right or left and that's the gear shift.

Fantastic !

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: dw230 on August 31, 2010, 10:22:56 PM
How does that tail handle the 8 MPH cross winds?

DW
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 10:24:50 PM
That's just way too kool.  A racing china cabinet.  Who'dathunkit?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 1212FBGS on August 31, 2010, 10:32:16 PM
damn it!...peed my peed my pants again....
kr
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 10:36:07 PM
Belen Wagner is quite a tall woman.  But then I'm a short guy, so most women look tall to me.  She got going after a bit of a push start from her crew.

The young lady in the yellow/black leathers (Karena Markham) waited patiently for one heck of a long time...but she was delighted to be one of the first to run in the morning air tomorrow.  Her top speed so far has been 58 mph.  Not bad for something sold in scooter shops.  She'd be tickled pink (or yellow) with a 60 mph run. 

That's it for tonite.  I'm gonna take my insanity defense and put it to bed.

G'nite.


Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: CGoodson on August 31, 2010, 10:58:05 PM
Thanks for the info Ray. Go Max go! :cheers:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 1212FBGS on August 31, 2010, 11:27:41 PM
just got a txt from Craig... he went 181.9 and had salt gremlins mess with some electrical stuff.... he's gonna give it another go tomorrow
kent
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: John Noonan on August 31, 2010, 11:36:10 PM
Kent,

Thanks..


John
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 1212FBGS on August 31, 2010, 11:39:57 PM
hey John i need 56mm pistons instead of those 54mm
kr
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: firemanjim on September 01, 2010, 12:12:41 AM

SO far my good friend,Greg Watters has fastest passes,yesterday ran 209 on short course after rain closed the long one. Geared too high. Today ran 218 on his 750,spinning through the lack of traction in the measured mile.
All speeds are down at this meet.
I ran a 189 on the naked 750,spinning quite a bit.
And no tire issues on either of our bikes running z rated street tires!
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Nortonist 592 on September 01, 2010, 12:15:33 AM
Quote from: octane on August 31, 2010, 10:16:44 PM
Quote from: RayTheRat on August 31, 2010, 09:40:22 PM
...This has to be one of the strangest bikes on the salt.  250cc....something...

That brilliant contraption is made, and run, by none other than our very own
 WhizzbangKC (http://www.landracing.com/forum/index.php/topic,7730.0.html)

The Woody Woodpickers delight:

(http://i207.photobucket.com/albums/bb220/octane98extra/CIMG5408.jpg)

(http://i207.photobucket.com/albums/bb220/octane98extra/CIMG5411.jpg)

Ed let me sit erhhh...in(?)...on(?)...it. Not bad at all. The black thingy down by where your feet are
is the gear lever. Kick it right or left and that's the gear shift.

Fantastic !



Lars,  Any news on how Ed ran?  He liked my sidecar and based his design loosely on it.  I've been itchin' to know how he ran.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: John Noonan on September 01, 2010, 01:00:47 AM
Quote from: 1212FBGS on August 31, 2010, 11:39:57 PM
hey John i need 56mm pistons instead of those 54mm
kr

Kent

I will get them coming..

J
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: stay`tee on September 01, 2010, 05:50:23 AM
Big Thankyou to RTR & 55, appriciate your reports,  :cheers:

had a text message from Richard Assen, says thay have had a few small problems, but once thay get on top of them big speeds will hopefully happen  :wink:,,, also, Greg Watters 218+ is top speed of meet sofar 8-)
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 01, 2010, 06:54:57 AM
Quote from: 1212FBGS on August 31, 2010, 11:27:41 PM
just got a txt from Craig... he went 181.9 and had salt gremlins mess with some electrical stuff.... he's gonna give it another go tomorrow
kent

Thanks, Kent. 

It's another day in the neighborhood...65F, winds 8-10 mph and clear (but dark) skies.  I got up early so I can show up for Denis' track-driving party. 

More news as it happens.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: sabat on September 01, 2010, 08:41:58 AM
Quote from: firemanjim on September 01, 2010, 12:12:41 AM

SO far my good friend,Greg Watters has fastest passes,yesterday ran 209 on short course after rain closed the long one. Geared too high. Today ran 218 on his 750,spinning through the lack of traction in the measured mile.
All speeds are down at this meet.
I ran a 189 on the naked 750,spinning quite a bit.
And no tire issues on either of our bikes running z rated street tires!

 :cheers:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Jimbo on September 01, 2010, 10:08:54 AM
SUPER GOOD JOB 55 & RTR SUPER GOOD JOB RTR & 55move]

Thanks so very much on the coverage an pic an that wild woody from Kansas gona have to look him up an check him out since I'm in Ks to JimBo
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 01, 2010, 10:22:21 AM
Quick update as I fight the Android tethering internet connection.  We ran the wheel packing convoy through 7 miles of the International course.  That went smoothly.  Then the mandatory rider's meeting...basically what most folks figgered, emphasizing the restrictions on pit bikes. 

Then bikes were released to wherever they were supposed to be ans timed runs commenced.  Karena Markham was the first on the Int'l course on her little scooter-like thing.  I didn't get a speed, but I'll ask around.  Several other bikes that were "leftovers" from yesterday made their runs and then the Motoczysz electric bike made a run.  Went smoothly and I heaard a speed of 151 mph.  That thing is way too quiet. 

Fotos soon.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Kansas Bad Man on September 01, 2010, 10:24:44 AM

Heading to pre-stage now and on to the zero for an early morning run.

                                       Max
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Livin1072 on September 01, 2010, 10:39:10 AM
Quote from: WildBro on August 31, 2010, 06:19:09 PM
What tire is on that Confederate?

Bill

Hey Bill that's your old brand  :wink:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: WildBro on September 01, 2010, 10:45:06 AM
Quote from: Livin1072 on September 01, 2010, 10:39:10 AM
Quote from: WildBro on August 31, 2010, 06:19:09 PM
What tire is on that Confederate?

Bill

Hey Bill that's your old brand  :wink:

Did you see the contact patch and profile on that tire  :-o
Mine was never like that! 

Bill
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Rchop on September 01, 2010, 10:55:01 AM
Bill, that tire looks like a Pirelli Diablo. The biggest they make for that tire is a 240/40ZR18

http://www.us.pirelli.com/web/catalog/moto/moto_catalogo_schedaDescription.page?uri=/pirellityre/en_US/browser/xml/catalog/moto/MOTO_MV_MVDIABLO_HYP.xml&vehicleType=MOTO&product_id=878945

Randy
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 754 on September 01, 2010, 11:17:01 AM
Anyone got info on how the bikes in the Goldammer pits have done?

 Thanks Frank
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: TouringComet on September 01, 2010, 12:03:01 PM
Mad Max is pondering WOS......
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: TouringComet on September 01, 2010, 12:45:33 PM
Stainless has taken on the job of operating the switches for starting the liner, and Max and I are sitting at the control tower in the chase vehicle. Max is getting antsy waiting for the wind to calm.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 01, 2010, 01:20:56 PM
A few fotos.

The obligatory sunrise shot.

The mandatory riders' meeting.

This is the Team Motoczysz transporter...this is the team that runs the electric bikes.  

There was one inside the transporter





Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 01, 2010, 01:27:37 PM
Sorry, but the wind has picked up somewhat and that might be what's drivin my Android tethering (sorta like a cellular modem) nuts.  It's been up and down more times than a pump handle.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Seldom Seen Slim on September 01, 2010, 01:56:31 PM
Unh, pump handle?  Howsabout "more times than a hooker's hiney"?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 01, 2010, 02:12:11 PM
I guess that'll work, Slim.  It's new to me, so I'll liberate it into the public domain.  :)
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Glen on September 01, 2010, 02:21:38 PM
Ray, are they running anything??
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Freud on September 01, 2010, 02:22:53 PM
I just talked to Ray. They are running slower machines but anything fast is on hold.

FREUD
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 02:27:32 PM
okay .... I have returned from tuning duty on Tom's bike ... wish I knew what was doing instead of throwing Subaru at the wall and looking for what sticks ... thanks to Randy (Rchop) I have at least some basic knowledge ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 02:29:40 PM
Impound has a bunch of bikes in different states of teardown ... Aaron Wilson went 194 on the 1650 APG bike ... he is heading to mile 8 for his return run.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 02:33:09 PM
Lucille Dunn's B1213 went throw impound teardown and was declared legal for 500 MPG by Drew Gatewood ... record speed was 115.8 mph ....
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: joea on September 01, 2010, 02:35:38 PM
wow, 194 unfaired and pushrod...WAY TO GO...!!!

Joe :)
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 02:36:27 PM
Carli Cobb ... 16 year old young lady ... KlockWorx on B333 on Intl course ... 155.709
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 01, 2010, 02:43:23 PM
More from this morning:

Karena Markham was the first to make a run on the International course on the little scooter-thingie.

Then Kim Krebs on the A-Ward 750 bike;

and Richard Gibbon on the Turbo Suzuki.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 02:46:11 PM
B804 ... Tiadra 13 years old young lady ... Team KlockWorx .... on Mountain course ... 250cc Ninja .... 85.290

B3791 ... Intl course ... Waters / Higgins ... GSXR750 ... Jim Higgins .... turnout

B450 ... Mtn course ... Dark Puppy Racing ... Ted White   89 yamaha ... 121.405
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 01, 2010, 02:50:49 PM
Yet another group from this morning:

I think this is Hirohisa Koiso

The rest are the Motoczysz electric bike.  It moved out pretty nicely.  I think they ran 159.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 02:55:09 PM
Intl course B1457 ... John Duffy ... ZX14 ... 180.630

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 03:07:26 PM
Intl B153 ... John Ditmore ... GSXR Hayabusa ... Brock Performance ... 185.458


Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 03:11:18 PM
Intl B169 ... David Scott ... Busa ... 190.466

Mtn B443 ... '71 BSA 500cc ... 106.111
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 01, 2010, 03:13:14 PM
Some bikes in the pits in various stages of assembly/preparation:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 03:17:49 PM
Mtn B196 ... Joe Blackwell ... XR750 ... 121.491
Intl B519 ... Richard Assen ... 'Busa ... no time announced ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 03:19:56 PM
Intl B1987 ... Aaron Wilson ... NRHS/Frontline Cycles ... return run ... 188.907  .... avg about 191?

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 03:22:42 PM
Mtn B471 ...Mark Wolbrink ... KX500 ... no time

Intl B775 ... Sidecar  ....  133.691
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 03:25:27 PM
Mtn B682 ... Todd Ginn ... KX1000 ... 122.035

Intl B333 ... Carli Cobb KlockWorx return run .... Sportster ... 126.717
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 03:31:44 PM
Intl B379 ...Watters and Higgins ... GSXR750 ... return run ... 217
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 01, 2010, 03:32:41 PM
4 more before I start editing other stuff:

(I love the cat's eye)
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 03:37:31 PM
B1709 Scott Horner 184.103 return run
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 03:40:03 PM
Mtn B39 ... Roger Goldhammer ... return run ... 163.969

Intl B235 ... Jeffrey Smith ... Kawi? ... 108.028
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 03:42:24 PM
Mtn B727 ... Jimmy Paulgard ... Goldhammer Cycles ... return run ... 158.082

Intl B415 ....     Michelle Milkie ... Klock Worx ... 143.592
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Glen on September 01, 2010, 03:47:48 PM
How about Lar's has he run yet??
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 03:50:12 PM
Mtn B74 ... Jim Fisher ... gray ghost racing ... return run ... 138.520

Intl B4545 ... Warren Davis ... fat book flyer ... 3000cc ... Drag Specialties / Storz / Zippers ... turn out


Yes Lars earlier this morning ... He was on Intl course short start but I did not get the speed as I at the start ... It sounded good and looked strong ...

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Glen on September 01, 2010, 03:57:37 PM
Joe, thanks. If you find out his speed please let us know.
 :cheers:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 1212FBGS on September 01, 2010, 04:13:49 PM
i believe Michael Czysc on his electric bike still has a ways to go... 2 magazine guys have called me telling me that Richard Hatfield has already gone on media shooting his mouth off that he set a AMA AND an FIM record of 162mph... interesting..... has Bub published anything as to the records set yet?
Kent
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Dean Los Angeles on September 01, 2010, 04:16:49 PM
The BUB web site says results after the races are over. AMA Racing refers to the BUB site.

If you don't get it from here you better be patient.

That's kind of funny. NOBODY here is patient.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Kansas Bad Man on September 01, 2010, 04:23:51 PM

We're still waiting for the wind to die down.  Been waiting 5 hours.

                                      Max
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: WildBro on September 01, 2010, 04:28:55 PM
Quote from: Kansas Bad Man on September 01, 2010, 04:23:51 PM

We're still waiting for the wind to die down.  Been waiting 5 hours.

                                      Max
On the positive side, you only have a few more hours to wait today  :-D

Bill
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 1212FBGS on September 01, 2010, 04:54:04 PM
anybody have drew's email add?
kent
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 01, 2010, 04:56:12 PM
Quote from: Glen on September 01, 2010, 03:57:37 PM
Joe, thanks. If you find out his speed please let us know.
 :cheers:

Jim the Texican just told me that Lars made a half a run and blew a head gasket.  They fixed it and he's back in the staging queue.

Things mighta changed in the last30 minutes or so, but it's the latest I have.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Freud on September 01, 2010, 04:59:47 PM
Ray, it certainly was easier to report when there was only one starting line.

They couldn't hide from you.

Do u have the feeling that Lars is avoiding you?

FREUD
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 01, 2010, 05:10:49 PM
Nawww...I think he's just huntin a record.  :) 
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: k.h. on September 01, 2010, 05:17:42 PM
Drew Gatewood
gears55@frontier.com
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 05:57:24 PM
Motorczyst ... not sure of the spelling ... 163 mph
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 06:00:01 PM
Intl B333 .... Carlie Cobb ... Team Klockworx ... 144.176 ... procharged dynaglide
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: racer on September 01, 2010, 06:24:54 PM
Good job to all, haul ass.
Wheeler racing prepping for the mojove mile, sept 25-26.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: racefanwfo on September 01, 2010, 07:53:28 PM
where are all the fast sit on bikes. ie the 250mph and above. it seemed that before speedweek and bubs there was a lot of talk about one of the sit on bikes going 300mph. so where are they.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Livin1072 on September 01, 2010, 08:04:05 PM
Quote from: racefanwfo on September 01, 2010, 07:53:28 PM
where are all the fast sit on bikes. ie the 250mph and above. it seemed that before speedweek and bubs there was a lot of talk about one of the sit on bikes going 300mph. so where are they.

:ppcrn:

Really... Check the Tire Topic's... Or Catch up on "the" topic...  Better yet get a good handling bike that goes 260 mph plus then throw a car tire on it and you ride it..  Then you will have your answer for yourself. You can't do this stuff overnight, well I can't anyway!    :-D 
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 08:17:49 PM
No big speeds ... I dont think that there are any RCC turbos here and that is where the big speed 'Busa-s get it from ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Notcat3 on September 01, 2010, 08:22:34 PM
My friend and mentors Greg Watters on his 750 went an unbelieveable 229mph today. He is a stellar man, and it is an honor to call Jim a friend. Go team Watters/Higgins!!!
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 08:25:12 PM
There is also a traction issue here ... Susan Wilson went by spinning the tire in timed mile ... not like Maxton or Loring where there is bite.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 01, 2010, 08:36:12 PM
It's been a long day, and I haven't posted a whole lot...but there are a lotta stories to tell.  One's about some guy from Texas who managed to get his truck stuck in the mud near the foot of the mountains while chasin after 50 caliber shell casings...and had to be helped out the "armstrong" way by a coupla guys from Colorado, a guy and a young lady from the NorthWest and 3 Danes.  I ain't gonna mention any names, but you all know who you are.  Ya done right good.

Then there's just one photo with this post.  4 (or maybe 5) Vincents: 3 of which set records and one with the fastest sidecar pass all gathered together for a photo op.

I was here for the filming of World's Fastest Indian when the Challenger, the Pumpkinseed (Golden Commode) and the Flying Caduceus were all lined up for a photo op.  There were more people flocking to see the Vincents today.  Situation might be a little different, but there was a hell of a lotta enthusiasm in the Vincent camp.

I'm outta here until I get back to the motel.

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: joea on September 01, 2010, 08:37:03 PM
..hmmm...a turbo charged 750 went 229 mph...the fastest 750
pass in the history of mankind....anywhere on the planet....including pavement
and concrete...

.....that doesnt exactly explain why other bikes with 1/3 to 1/2 the hp
spin the tire....for long periods of time...

and gee...not a busa and not rcc....guess that is another wives-tale to throw
away...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: donpearsall on September 01, 2010, 08:37:45 PM
Back in the hotel from racing today. I did a 193 return run on the short course and believe me that was a handful. There was an 11 mph cross/headwind and I was fishtailing off and on all the way. The course looks good, but is extremely slippery. The weather is great. Cool and clear. Only 1/2 more day of racing left and I don't think there will be real big speeds. I heard a Suzuki 750 went 229 and that is amazing for the conditions.

For this year I made all new bodywork, but that did not help considering the lack of traction. I had a flat tire - a racing BT-003 that only lasted 6 runs. Don't know what happened to it, the tread and carcass look good- no blistering or tread separation. I switched to my trusted DOT BT-003 that has lasted 4 seasons now and it holds up great with dozens of over 200 mph runs. I would like to blame it on the fact that the racing tire is a non-DOT with no manufacturing standards, but just don't know. I DO know I have never had a problem using Z rated tires.

Don
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: sabat on September 01, 2010, 10:03:45 PM
Quote from: Notcat3 on September 01, 2010, 08:22:34 PM
My friend and mentors Greg Watters on his 750 went an unbelieveable 229mph today. He is a stellar man, and it is an honor to call Jim a friend. Go team Watters/Higgins!!!

Outstanding! Was it half of a record? Best of luck tomorrow  :cheers:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Livin1072 on September 01, 2010, 10:10:31 PM
Quote from: Notcat3 on September 01, 2010, 08:22:34 PM
My friend and mentors Greg Watters on his 750 went an unbelieveable 229mph today. He is a stellar man, and it is an honor to call Jim a friend. Go team Watters/Higgins!!!

VERY COOL  :cheers:

Oh, and what JoeA Said  :-D
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 754 on September 01, 2010, 10:41:25 PM
Joea .. maybe its torque, sponning the tires..?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: joea on September 01, 2010, 11:05:53 PM
754...humor me, you mean the 80 ft lb torque for perhaps a mighty HD being harder to handle
than the 120 ft/lb plus that the turbo bike 750 has...??

above is just for fodder/entertainment....

seriously...THANK YOU DON for the info...YOU guys and gals are the
warriors and warriettes out there in the battle, what YOU say matters...

thank you ALL (ray, 55chvr etal) for the feedback..!!!
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: generatorshovel on September 01, 2010, 11:12:00 PM
Quote from: Notcat3 on September 01, 2010, 08:22:34 PM
My friend and mentors Greg Watters on his 750 went an unbelieveable 229mph today. He is a stellar man, and it is an honor to call Jim a friend. Go team Watters/Higgins!!!
Congratulations Greg , well done (again) mate !
Tiny
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 01, 2010, 11:17:45 PM
Just got in from the salt flats ... today the event was well coordinated ... I believe I heard 369 total passes for the day ... not sure as I was away from the radio ... Watters and Higgins - oh boy - ... cant say enough good things about the Mile 3 Intl crew - Bob / Nick and another gentlemen whose name I unfortunately did not get ... these men have the patience of a saint ... I watched them brief every rider again and again to ensure they were comfortable ... great job ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 754 on September 01, 2010, 11:22:53 PM
Joe, a  V twin from town here ran 163 this am.. dyno said 142 ft lbs on  the rear wheel last week...FWIW..
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: isiahstites on September 01, 2010, 11:29:49 PM
Quote from: 754 on September 01, 2010, 11:22:53 PM
Joe, a  V twin from town here ran 163 this am.. dyno said 142 ft lbs on  the rear wheel last week...FWIW..

You talking about Larry C?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 754 on September 01, 2010, 11:47:23 PM
..nope.. RG...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: isiahstites on September 02, 2010, 12:17:14 AM
Quote from: 754 on September 01, 2010, 11:47:23 PM
..nope.. RG...

Ok, I know Larry C went 163.xxx today on his naked 1350 vtwin.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: racer on September 02, 2010, 02:07:29 AM
Just returned from Bonneville after running my 04 Dyna, 190hp/200 plus torque at minimum boost and experienced zero traction issues while destroying a rear 17" spoked wheel.
Traction was not an issue, while the Hardtailz tuned 124" Aerocharged motor ran flawlessly!
Were downloading information tomorrow, rpm, shift points, mph, etc.
racer  Wheeler Racing usa

Quote from: joea on September 01, 2010, 11:05:53 PM
754...humor me, you mean the 80 ft lb torque for perhaps a mighty HD being harder to handle
than the 120 ft/lb plus that the turbo bike 750 has...??

above is just for fodder/entertainment....

seriously...THANK YOU DON for the info...YOU guys and gals are the
warriors and warriettes out there in the battle, what YOU say matters...

thank you ALL (ray, 55chvr etal) for the feedback..!!!
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 1212FBGS on September 02, 2010, 02:13:15 AM
care to share what tire you had luck with?
kent
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: stay`tee on September 02, 2010, 02:49:28 AM
Congrats  to Greg and Jim :cheers:,, impressive speed from the little 750 8-),, unfortunatly he wont be able to back it up as the motor broke :cry:,,,  agree with your observations Joe :-)
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: racer on September 02, 2010, 03:13:15 AM
Will write tire info tomorrow while at the shop and post. Wheel size is a 4" rim, 17", shaved by Nate's in Signal Hill, ca. more info tomorrow.
ray Wheeler Racing usa


Quote from: 1212FBGS on September 02, 2010, 02:13:15 AM
care to share what tire you had luck with?
kent
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Dr Goggles on September 02, 2010, 04:59:30 AM
Quote from: joea on September 01, 2010, 08:37:03 PM
..hmmm...a turbo charged 750 went 229 mph...the fastest 750
pass in the history of mankind....anywhere on the planet....including pavement
and concrete...
and gee...not a busa and not rcc....guess that is another wives-tale to throw
away...

spot on........

Greg could ride half cut sitting backwards on the bike if he had to, but he didn't ..He would also be the last person to hold up what he'd done in others faces,because it'd be easy to be modest if he was on a 1650...but he ain't....... he is one of the nicest blokes you'll ever meet......... that's an astonishing speed ....if they can persuade Brett de Stoop to go with them next year it'll be one hail of a pit.......

Top effort Greg and Jim, pity its broken.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: bones on September 02, 2010, 08:20:11 AM
A bit of AUSSIE enginuity.
   Look out we'll be at BUB in force next year. :-D
    :cheers:
   I think the guys are going to WOS
   cheers Bones
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: sabat on September 02, 2010, 08:46:10 AM
Quote from: stay`tee on September 02, 2010, 02:49:28 AM
Congrats  to Greg and Jim :cheers:,, impressive speed from the little 750 8-),, unfortunatly he wont be able to back it up as the motor broke :cry:,,,  agree with your observations Joe :-)


Sorry to hear this, hope the motor is not too bad, and you guys are ready to go at WOS.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 02, 2010, 08:48:22 AM
I'm about outta the motel, headin back for the last bits.  More in a while.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: John Noonan on September 02, 2010, 11:06:23 AM
Quote from: 1212FBGS on September 02, 2010, 02:13:15 AM
care to share what tire you had luck with?
kent

Kent,

Traction must be great, he said he destroyed the wheel and had no traction issues..must of hooked so good it hurt the wheel.. :-o  Ditch the spokes and get a mag or Billet wheel..?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 02, 2010, 11:18:36 AM
Here we are again.  I'm at the Int'l course zero mile and have been for a while.  Wind is variable, 5-12 mph.  Several PS bikes have run...so far all's well.  

Max's liner was about to run and they found out they a throttle cable problem.  I think they've got it fixed now.  We're waiting for return runs at the moment.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: racer on September 02, 2010, 11:56:34 AM
Ride Fast, Ride Safe!
Traction on my Dyna was great, zero issues with 210 ft lbs of torque at minimum boost. We are downloading info this afternoon, will share results.
We are preparing for Mojove Mile, Sept.25 and 26 with a set of 17" wheels and proper tires.
ray Wheeler Racing usa





Quote from: John Noonan on September 02, 2010, 11:06:23 AM
Quote from: 1212FBGS on September 02, 2010, 02:13:15 AM
care to share what tire you had luck with?
kent

Kent,

Traction must be great, he said he destroyed the wheel and had no traction issues..must of hooked so good it hurt the wheel.. :-o  Ditch the spokes and get a mag or Billet wheel..?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: John Noonan on September 02, 2010, 11:59:58 AM
Good Luck Max and crew ! ! !

What is their fastest speed so far with the chair at this event..?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Seldom Seen Slim on September 02, 2010, 12:30:08 PM
I don't recall which thread Ray put his request for financial support in -- but so far I've received three donations for him.  I'll send the check to him now, rather than just hand it to him at WoS.  Who knows -- maybe he needs to pay for all of the digital film he's acquired. . .

As for Joe -- sir, while I understand you're doping it for fun and for the good of the land speed racing fraternity -- would you please consider accompanying Nancy and me to a fine meal at the October ECTA event?  We'd even pay your bill.  Thanks once more for your help.  Thanks to all that are keeping us informed about what's going on out there.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: TouringComet on September 02, 2010, 12:34:54 PM
 Lambky Liner - Engines pulling good, some clutch slip though. Going to impound to adjust then back out for a return run. 198 down run. 205 is the best for this week.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 4-barrel Mike on September 02, 2010, 01:12:02 PM
Go Max!

[move]Go Max!
[/move]

[move][move]Go Max!
[/move][/move][/b]

Mike  :cheers:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: landsendlynda on September 02, 2010, 01:27:13 PM
Quote from: 4-barrel Mike on September 02, 2010, 01:12:02 PM
Go Max!

[move]Go Max!
[/move]

[move][move]Go Max!
[/move][/move][/b]

Mike  :cheers:


Yeah, what he said!!!!!

Lynda
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: TouringComet on September 02, 2010, 01:30:10 PM
Hartmut took it to 5500 in low 188 mph shifted into second slider clutch didn't have enough finger weight to handle the power and started to slip. Shifted to high to save the clutch went through the mile at 3500 for a 198 run. The liner is in impound on an open record. Adding finger weights and backing off clutch springs. Engines running great looking for a very fast return.

Words dictated by Max
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 02, 2010, 01:56:13 PM
Quote from: Seldom Seen Slim on September 02, 2010, 12:30:08 PM
I don't recall which thread Ray put his request for financial support in -- but so far I've received three donations for him.  I'll send the check to him now, rather than just hand it to him at WoS.  Who knows -- maybe he needs to pay for all of the digital film he's acquired. . .

As for Joe -- sir, while I understand you're doping it for fun and for the good of the land speed racing fraternity -- would you please consider accompanying Nancy and me to a fine meal at the October ECTA event?  We'd even pay your bill.  Thanks once more for your help.  Thanks to all that are keeping us informed about what's going on out there.

Jon, I'm sure that "doping it for fun" was a bit of a typo...but we wouldn't want people to think bad of Joe, so...I think he's "doing it for fun."  :)

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: k.h. on September 02, 2010, 02:05:36 PM
Ray, are you coming back for WoS, WF, and the Shootout?  Is SSS heading back West this year?  Stellar job from all posters on the flats.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 02, 2010, 02:09:14 PM
Words are insufficient to describe my frustration with Motorola Cliq Android phones, T-mobile's data service and Easy-Tether's hack software.  It's taken me WAY too long to get connected...and I have no idea whether it'll stay, so I'm gonna add a coupla otos, then I'm headin home.

First is a shot of Max's liner leaving the line on the slipping clutch run...go get 'em on the return, guys!!!

Second is Craig's sidecar streamliner in Impound.  He qualified 16 mph over his existing record.  For numerous reasons, I never got a shot of him at speed.  Just a part of the day's frustrations. 

I'm headed home so I can shoot the Cycle fest at Miller's this weekend,  I know we'll see a coupla sidehack racers there who competed here.

I'm on the road before anything else goes wrong.

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 02, 2010, 02:12:15 PM
Quote from: k.h. on September 02, 2010, 02:05:36 PM
Ray, are you coming back for WoS, WF, and the Shootout?  Is SSS heading back West this year?  Stellar job from all posters on the flats.

Yep.  I'll keep comin back 'til they won't let me on the salt no mo'.

Dunno what Jon's plans are for sure, but I think he'll be here for WoS, at least.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: landsendlynda on September 02, 2010, 02:15:46 PM
Great photos Ray, stay safe on the road home!!  I'll see you at the Shootout, gotta be there on the 19th to get the old motorhome towed out to Land's End.

You've done a fantastic job...everyone that has taken the time to keep us updated.  Thanks to all of you!

Safe Journey,

Lynda
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 1212FBGS on September 02, 2010, 02:19:21 PM
craigs sidecar liner is also in impound waiting for a backup on a 182 qualifer
kent
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Seldom Seen Slim on September 02, 2010, 02:52:19 PM
Nancy and I will arrive on the 14th or so of September for World of Speed, at which we plan to race, and stay over for the Shootout.  We'll return home for a long week -- then back to Bonneville for World Finals.

I use a Verizon aircard/cellular connection for my internet service.  It is made by Huawei and has some minor issues with Snow Leopard (the latest Apple operating system), but those issues don't affect the way it operates once hooked up.

Hey, thanks for the reminder -- it's time to renew my subscription to Photobucket.  I'd be bummed to have all of those links die.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Luckyontheducky on September 02, 2010, 04:00:57 PM
is anyone left to give us updates?

(Max and the Vincent in particular)
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Dean Los Angeles on September 02, 2010, 04:28:10 PM
Wrap up would be the operative word. They are done.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 1212FBGS on September 02, 2010, 04:29:07 PM
txt from Craig....182.411 AMA record!!!!
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Elmo Rodge on September 02, 2010, 04:38:16 PM
Good on Craig.  :cheers: Wayno
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: TouringComet on September 02, 2010, 05:08:46 PM
Lambky Liner update. The liner is done for this year. The only glitch this year was the clutch. The three plate slider clutch is not adequate to hold the torque being generated. Clutch holds and pulls strong in low gear, but after shifting to second, the clutch no longer holds. The only option is to take the liner home and build a longer jackshaft to accept more clutch plates. At least we went fast enough to collect Bakkers prize money.
Congrats to Craig on his record.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 02, 2010, 05:27:48 PM
Bummer about the clutch, real good about the prize money...and the best part is no major stuff broken!  It was great, Max!  Thanks so much!


Oh...yeah.  I'm home.  Gonna sleep until Saturday ayem when I should be out at Miller's shootin the Cycle Fest.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 02, 2010, 05:28:25 PM
Oh, yeah...way to go, Craig!!
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: rlague on September 02, 2010, 06:15:55 PM
Off topic, but does anyone know of a hotel/motel with hardwired you know plug you laptop into the ethernet network?  We are going to be there for the Cook/Loctite meet at end of Sept and need a good hookup to upload video.  Any help appreciated.
Dick Lague
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: TouringComet on September 02, 2010, 06:40:32 PM
Hmm, Max may be able to fix the clutch and make WOS after all.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Seldom Seen Slim on September 02, 2010, 06:59:21 PM
I don't know of any lodging facility that offers hard wiring for the internet.  A few of the non-casinos have wi-fi available, as does the West Wendover Welcome Center.  There are probably other "hot spots" in town.  I don't know who might be willing to let you plug into their cable or whatever, but there might be someone.  How about calling Kerri or Linda at the Welcome Center and posing the question to one of them?  They'd likely be able to get you a better idea.  Here're the phone numbers:  Tel:   (775) 664-3138 or
toll free:  866-299-2489

I put videos on Photobucket and then post the link.  It requires, of course, that you can be online out on the salt (I am so endowed).  Uploading the video doesn't take more than a minute, usually (YRMV), so it's not too cumbersome.

Jon (who, with Nancy, will be there for the Shootout).  Ask Mike Cook if you can buy one of the customized coffee mugs that we've made for him for the event.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 1212FBGS on September 02, 2010, 07:05:42 PM
the know the Nugget does not have internet in any of the rooms.... the Pilot truck stop down by smiths does...
kent
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: rlague on September 02, 2010, 08:06:25 PM
Thanks Jon,  I will try the welcome center ladies!  Dick
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: firemanjim on September 02, 2010, 09:35:46 PM
Hey all,Greg was able to back up run,that was what hurt motor. He was rushed by the workers to get up to back up run and wanted to put ice in and was not able. He had a nice chat(not) with officials after and now we are able to just that!!!!upped his record by 1 MPH. Great effort. Headed to banquet.

Still FASTEST pass!!!!!! :-)
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: John Noonan on September 03, 2010, 12:59:11 AM
Jim congrats to you, Greg and SDRC :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:

Tell Ev I said hello, I saw her in Perth Australia a few weeks ago.. :cheers:

John
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 03, 2010, 10:45:24 AM
Slim ...   "Doping it for fun"?     ....    I would prefer "doing it for fun" .... which it certainly was.  I have new admiration for you and how well you do the play by play. It is not easy.

Heading back to Long Island and the fun 45 hour drive. To update, the staff at Bub's was outstanding. Rex Svoboda ran the tower and it went exceptionally well. The team that worked International course - short start - mile 3 was really good. I was able to get names yesterday ( I am getting better at this ) ; Dalton (Dad) Collier, Cathy (Mom) Collier, Bob Collier (son) - Starter and last but not least a real gentleman  Nick Roberts. No rider left mile 3 without a personal briefing from them. Their enthusiasm was obvious and order was the rule. The chief of Pre-stage ran a great show, thank you Chad.  He maintained order and everyone was treated fairly. Can't say enough good things about Pre-stage.  Dennis Manning was policing the course constantly. Great event.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: sabat on September 03, 2010, 10:58:00 AM
Congrats on the top speed, pretty amazing that a 750cc bike could do that, WTG Greg & Jim, team A-Ward!  :cheers:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: osti on September 03, 2010, 11:46:57 AM
Quote from: firemanjim on September 02, 2010, 09:35:46 PM
Hey all,Greg was able to back up run,that was what hurt motor. He was rushed by the workers to get up to back up run and wanted to put ice in and was not able. He had a nice chat(not) with officials after and now we are able to just that!!!!upped his record by 1 MPH. Great effort. Headed to banquet.

Still FASTEST pass!!!!!! :-)

Fantastic job with the 750 guys!!

Is it going to be repaired in time for WOS?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Texican on September 03, 2010, 03:34:16 PM
Quote from: 1212FBGS on September 02, 2010, 07:05:42 PM
the know the Nugget does not have internet in any of the rooms.... the Pilot truck stop down by smiths does...
kent

  If you stay at the felonious Nugget, you get less than what you pay for.
Just don't eat the food or drink the water. :-D :-D

Rumor has it that Nugget, and now Red Garter, are owned by a rather infamous US Senator and his brother, and their attitude is "take the money and run", then when that herd of cattle is milked dry, go to something else.

Ray said bfst at the garter was tolerable; we had dinner there one night, and put it on my "no-mas" list.

We have a good food vendor for World of Speed; Enola Gay Cafe.
Seems like a decent dude.

Ray had some kind of internet at "America's Best" this last week.

Suggest you might call the mgr at: 775-664-2888.
The rates were not armed robbery, and it's been refurbished from a former Super 8. Stinky carpet dismissed.

The lady night clerk claims to be a friend of Dr. Freud.
Jim
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 1212FBGS on September 03, 2010, 03:55:14 PM
Dude i could tell you 4 good stories of how the Nugget attempted to mis charge our credit cards... the greatest one was last year 09 when they hit my card for $1200! i was staying at the montego!!!! when we went over to have a word with them they claimed i was staying in the room and i made the reservation in Nov..... (get this) '07!!!!!! WTF!!! yeah we had to call the police because the desk couldn't and wouldn't do anything about refunding the fraudulent charge cuz "the manager wasn't there" its funny after we called the police to have the desk staff arrested for conspiracy to commit fraud the manager showed up and refunded immediately.... this year on the "double charge" it took them almost a day to get the hold lifted..... I know of others they have screwed..... but that Lithuanian girl Gedre' at the front desk sure was hot.....
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: maguromic on September 03, 2010, 04:50:40 PM
Kent, when I made my reservations for '11 speed week before I left this year I booked an extra room for you since you ask me every year for extra rooms.  Might have one more if some the suspects don't show up. Tony 
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 03, 2010, 05:10:50 PM
Way yo go, Kent!  I love the idea of callin the kops in a situation like this.  Toadly Ossum!!

Yes, the Former Super 8, now "America's Finest"...whatever...is ok.  And Beth is a friend of Freud's.  I happened to be on the phone with him when I walked in and let 'em chat on speaker phone for a bit.  They're good people in my experience.  Unfortunately, they don't have the kind of internet access Dick Lague needed.  I gave it a shot, but it didn't work.

Red Garter dinner fare: forget it.  Breakfast is ok. The Enola Gay Cafe may have a sit-down place in town sooner or later.  It was kinda unclear about their plans.  Far as I'm concerned, the Salt Flats Cafe is the best place to eat, but then I'm not a restaurant reviewer...and as much as I like their Mexican food, I don't think I'd want it as a steady diet.

C ya at WoS.

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 1212FBGS on September 03, 2010, 05:41:30 PM
Ray
when i told the little Mexican girl at the desk i was going to have her arrested for accessory to the fact because she wouldn't resolve the fraud..... she went into that little room behind the counter and we never saw her again..... She is probably still in hiding
Kent
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: cranberryroo on September 03, 2010, 10:53:24 PM
Not 4* accommodations, but the KOA had wi-fi, showers, and real beds.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: RayTheRat on September 04, 2010, 12:22:25 AM
A coupla more fotos as I go thru my stash.

BUB hisself.  He told me to get an extra-wide angle lens to shoot him but that wasn't necessary.  Just his pleasant, smiling self.

And the only speed shot I got of Peg Leg Craig's sidecar liner.

With that, I'm off to sleep so I can get up bright and early to head out to Tooele for the "Cycle Fest" vintage motorcycle and sidecar event.  A lotta folks who ran at the BUB will be there.

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: nrhs sales on September 04, 2010, 12:00:00 PM
Made it home last night. Was hoping to hit some rain to wash off the salt but no luck.  Time to get the pressure washer out!!

Marcello at the Salt Flats Cafe is the best!  They only make Menudo on certaion days and they run out around 11am each day.  My wife requested if he could save us  a bowl on Thursday and he was nice enough to save one just for her when we showed up around 4pm.  We got  the stink eye from other local customer who also wanted a bowl and he told them it was just for her!!!  I think we ate there 5 dinners and 3 breakfasts!! 

The crew at International mile 3 is definately top notch!!  Thanks to all!!!

Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: firemanjim on September 04, 2010, 04:01:25 PM
Home now,got most stuff unloaded and cleaning will begin. Kim and Greg are enjoying their newfound fame and fortune and headed to Miller for the weekend.
 Will have the motor out and apart in a flash to see what was hurt,but have spare motors ready to go for both bikes if needed.
Big kudos to all the workers--esp Bob,what a guy!!-- and a thank you to Dennis for a great event.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: John Noonan on September 04, 2010, 04:23:39 PM
Congrats Jim,  :cheers:

I am sure "Denis" did a great job... :wink:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: donpearsall on September 04, 2010, 04:25:38 PM
I am home now and unpacking. We got 4 records with two bikes and it was not easy. Lots of electrical, mechanical, and tire gremlins. In addition to the normal problems we face each year, the meet was made especially unpleasant by one little general AMA official. Anyone else feel picked on by that guy? I won't complain too much but suffice to say that that particular AMA official knew almost nothing about motorcycles and insisted on showing it.

In spite of spending $15 in quarters at the Wendover car wash, I still must have brought home 50 pounds of salt. WHY can't the organizers arrange to have vehicle cleaning ON THE SALT. I want it to stay there. I don't want to bring it home. If Save The Salt wants to really save the salt, they have to start there.

Thanks to everyone there at Bub, from Dennis on down. The volunteers were great and I appreciate them. Especially the great guys in tech and impound and the course workers making sure the riders had water and went on their way as quickly as possible. The 3 mile guys even had cookies everytime we landed there!
Don
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 04, 2010, 05:31:47 PM
Got back to New York this morning at 11am ... I am running the sprinkler under the truck and will continue until Monday ... I pick up the big chunks and bring them back ... I Have 4 lbs already and a lot more to come ... I would like to thank Ken Sailant, Kenny Sailant, Curtis Smith, Drew Gatewood from the AMA ... The aforementioned mentioned Intl 3 mile short start crew (Colliers and Roberts) ... 7 mile shut down crew with the outhouse flamingos and picket fence (wish I had their names / the guys from Phoenix)  ... Chad at Pre Stage ... Rex in the tower ... Dennis, his team and of course Delvene and her top hand Linnea ... every year this event gets better and better ... Only 51 weeks until next year.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: John Noonan on September 04, 2010, 06:49:33 PM
Don,

Congrats, what records did you set..?  Did you leave mine alone.. :lol:


John
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: donpearsall on September 04, 2010, 08:02:26 PM
Don't worry John (like you have too...). Your record was not touched by me. We got all open records 1650 APS-BG, 1650 APS-BF, 1000 APS-BG and 1000 APS-BF.

Also, my comments above about the AMA official had nothing to do with Drew Gatewood or any other volunteer. All the volunteers were wonderful and knew their stuff and we love them for what they do.

Don
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: AHG on September 04, 2010, 08:40:49 PM
Sometimes when the race day is over the feeling of competition still remains; as can be seen in the included photo.
It was taken with a tied score, and only 2 minutes remaining in the
* * 2010 BHL (Bonneville Hockey League) National Championship Final * *
Both teams agreed to share the Championship Title, because they were too tired to continue.

I would also like to offer a big thank you all I encountered for providing a great week of racing,
along with letting me see and learn more about some absolutely awesome bikes, and more so, B.A. engines.

See Ya
Drew Gatewood   :cheers:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 04, 2010, 09:01:40 PM
DG ... I didnt know that you played for the 'Hawks.


Joe
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Seldom Seen Slim on September 04, 2010, 09:03:47 PM
Nah, you can easily see that he isn't a pro-level hockey player.  Those skates are NOT CCM brand, which all hockey jocks wear (or used to wear).
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Stainless1 on September 04, 2010, 11:32:30 PM
The Black Lightning had a really good event, even though no records were set.  The bike is alive and we left it in Wendover for the WoS.  The clutch oil down was the only major issue of the meet.  We launched 5 times... the first for 2 miles, couldn't get the bike to shift... next a 205 that we thought was a little fat.. the third, after new plugs and leaning 2 steps oiled the clutch (plug read showed way lean)... went fatter and the next run clutch slipped in 2nd, went 198... Last run after more lock weight still slipping, 178?.... Could have used the rain and wind delay days but a good event for the scooter.
Great job by 99% of the volunteers,  our only issue was being the only bike in the long course pre-stage and being held for an hour (while the winds were calm) so they could sort out the short course bike line from the day before.  I finally pissed the guy off, he told me if I wanted to make up my own rules we should just go on down to the 0  :| .... I thanked him and we left... Winds picked up just as we were about to start the motors.... we were ready to go and we waited at the 0 the remainder of the day. 
Many many many thanks to Kurt at the 0 and Rex in the tower for trying to find us windows in the wind to run the last 2 days...
It was a great event again
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: firemanjim on September 05, 2010, 12:17:04 AM
Don,pretty sure I know who you mean.
Not sure if it was second or third day when the AMA tech guys came to our pit and told me that there had been concerns voiced about my tail section. Now they had passed on this on my entry,had me sit on bike and measured everywhere.They sat me back on bike and told me that because my hips were inside a line drawn from tailsection to seat area it was considered an aerodynamic advantage.My response was--so if I had a bigger but it would have been legal. The answer was --probably. Now how ridiculous is that!!!!! They were sure lucky both my return runs were horrible because if I had had a record denied I would have lost it!
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Freud on September 05, 2010, 12:27:23 AM
55chevr......You certainly did a marvelous job with your presentations.

I know that Ray was happy that you were there.

It's marvelous that you were both a competitor and a contributor.

I'm glad you made it home and are "saving the salt" so u can return it next year.

Ever think of using it on the road in front of your house to make it safer this winter?

FREUD
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 05, 2010, 07:21:02 AM
AT the riders meeting, Dennis told the riders to clean off the salt on the flats ... I thought he was half joking but I can see that I have about 10 lbs under my truck ... multiply that times the number of vehicles annually that attend events .... guessing a thousand vehicles and that is 10,000 lbs annually carted off ... or 5 tons ... I was able to recover 7 lbs from under the truck ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: nrhs sales on September 05, 2010, 09:39:32 AM
I  know this might be symbolic but how would people feel if we all brought at least a 25 lb bag of salt with us to every event and at the end of the meet somebody went out with a truck and  emptied the bags  out the back of the truck. Seems like we should at least try to "give back" at least as much salt as we are taking off on our vehicles.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 05, 2010, 09:42:00 AM
(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0337.jpg)

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0313.jpg)
Lars - Indian

(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0327.jpg)
Lars on his first run on the salt flats
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 05, 2010, 09:45:27 AM
What I found interesting about Lars Indian is that it is hand shift / foot clutch ... that is an adventure on course ... When the shift handle broke off, Lars used a visegrip to shift ... He was not perplexed in the least.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 05, 2010, 10:20:36 AM
(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0308.jpg)

International short start mile 3 ... Nick Roberts going over starting procedures with Lars ... Starter Bob Collier can be seen in the left background ... great crew ...
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: wobblywalrus on September 08, 2010, 12:42:40 AM
My oldest son told me about the A-10 Warthogs that flew over the meet.  He is in the Marines.  They call for air support and they describe the target.  The warthogs show up if enemy armor (tanks, etc) are the problem.  The main Warthog weapon is a cannon that shoots depleted uranium bullets.  They can go through the armor of most tanks.

These planes helped to keep the cold war cold, according to my son.  The Soviet's main offensive force was lots of armor and the Warthogs were a threat to it.  The planes had a calming effect on the Russian military.     
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Flyboy on September 08, 2010, 01:31:49 AM
Great update everyone! Thanks for all your sharing.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: peglegcraig on September 08, 2010, 11:04:44 AM
Well, 5 days after BUB and I still can't wipe the silly grin off my face. Thank you to all the well wishers, I really appreciate the support and good vibes. It helps my attitude when chasing the gremlins out of the machine. A big thanks to Bob Bakker, Warren, Craig and Larry, you guys are the best! I couldn't have run with out the "Boogie Van" crew.
 We also have infected my sister and brother-in-law, running RWB and having a blast.
 Thanks Ray the Rat for being there and doing what you do for us racers, my donation has been posted, we need you back on the salt.
 The biggest Thanks in the world to all the BUB volunteers and officials who keep the peace, and make the event so good.
 What can be said about the awards party?, Great job Larry! you kept it moving along and had us laughing. I am humbled by the quality of the people in our little group of speed junkies. The Klock's, Santa (buy more cheese!), Fritz K., Bob Bakker and Bub his self. Talk about giving back to the sport, you lot are the top of the heap. (if I forgot anyone it was not intentional, I love ya all) Thanks for a great Bub2010 everyone.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: nrhs sales on September 08, 2010, 01:24:40 PM
If you don't buy cheese santa is going to kick your A$$
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Uncle Jimbo on September 09, 2010, 10:22:04 AM
Quote from: 55chevr on August 31, 2010, 12:04:49 PM
B77 ... Eric Bennett .. Balls Out Racing / Bennetts Performance / S&S Cycles ... 3000cc APS PG on Intl course ... beautiful machine ... 128.730
Great job of relaying the action Joe - One short note about the 77 Bike - It actually was built and owned by John Yeats and his bride Dexter, and has Eric Bennett at the helm. I think they blew the trans  resulting in that mph number.  I hope I upload the picture of the threesome properly.  Iam still a bit of a cyber Neanderthal.  Had a great time at the BUB meet this year and was glad I had a chance to meet you and chat while in pre stage.

Jimbo
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Dean Los Angeles on September 11, 2010, 11:43:59 AM
Bub results . . .

Quote
2010 results to be posted soon...... Iv'e had to rebuild my database and reimport the timing data after a computer issue. I hope to have the results, and soon after the tentaive AMA records posted early next week (13-17th Sept). I apologize for any inconvininece this may cause and will notify the mailing list once the data is here.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Devilhog on September 13, 2010, 09:05:03 PM
While stranded at the Montego I discovered that the new second floor (east) wing has a couple of tables by the door that are right by the router for their wi-fi. I was able to log on easily and had a solid signal on my MacBook Pro. Just go up the stairs to the right of the front doors and look right inside the doors to your left to find it.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Freud on September 13, 2010, 09:52:07 PM
Bless your MacBook Pro.

FREUD
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 13, 2010, 09:56:39 PM
(http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd166/55chevr/IMG_0309.jpg)

Here is the "DevilHog" himself ... giving pre flight instructions at Mile 3 ... This team made the event better with their presence ...

Joe
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: ol38y on September 13, 2010, 11:08:17 PM
Quote from: Dean Los Angeles on September 11, 2010, 11:43:59 AM
Bub results . . .

Quote
2010 results to be posted soon...... Iv'e had to rebuild my database and reimport the timing data after a computer issue. I hope to have the results, and soon after the tentaive AMA records posted early next week (13-17th Sept). I apologize for any inconvininece this may cause and will notify the mailing list once the data is here.

Seems like it's always something...  At least the line cutting was kept at a minimum this year. Only one cronic abuser that I saw..  :roll:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: nrhs sales on September 13, 2010, 11:11:27 PM
who was that Larry?  I didn't see any problems this year?
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: ol38y on September 13, 2010, 11:17:48 PM
Quote from: nrhs sales on September 13, 2010, 11:11:27 PM
who was that Larry?  I didn't see any problems this year?

I saw leslie do it 3 times and my buddy saw it another time.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: John Noonan on September 13, 2010, 11:24:02 PM
Quote from: ol38y on September 13, 2010, 11:17:48 PM
Quote from: nrhs sales on September 13, 2010, 11:11:27 PM
who was that Larry?  I didn't see any problems this year?

I saw leslie do it 3 times and my buddy saw it another time.

She cut in line 3 times??  Did she leave a vehicle parked in the staging lane while the race bike was being worked on or did she just mosey on in?

J
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: ol38y on September 13, 2010, 11:30:32 PM
Two times I saw it someone  just drove past everyone right to the front of the line. The third time I didn't see the truck drive up. All times the truck appeared it was parked outside the normal line. Every time we got in line they wanted to know if my bike was with me. That told me there was no saving a place in line.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: nrhs sales on September 13, 2010, 11:39:51 PM
Larry,
You have to remember she runs the long course and I never saw a line waiting for the long course. Every bike that was running the long course would just be waved right through and sent to the starting line.  Now if she was given preference to go to the short course then we have a problem but I never saw Leslie running the short course?

Did you see her cut in line to go to the short course?  Or was it for the long course?

It is not so secret secret that if you want to get the most runs in  at Bubs you need a bike that can go over 175mph so you can use the long course.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: ol38y on September 13, 2010, 11:52:25 PM
Agreed she would be running the long course but the truck with her bikes always pulled alongside the short course line. The long course line was on the other side of pre-staging.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: nrhs sales on September 13, 2010, 11:57:48 PM
If I am not mistaken I believe they told everyone to only use the one line after about  the 2nd day.   I know this happened with the 2 short course lines for ridden bikes.   On day 1  you could pick either mtn or Intl course for bikes that were ridden to the starting lines.  But on Tuesday I think it was they only had 1 line for the short course and the workers decided which course you would be sent to.  I believe it  was AMA Ken who implemeted this rule.  I did not see any towed bikes using the other side to go to long course after the first day or so.   Everybody came around on the left side.  And even if they were supposed tto go to the other side what does it matter?   She was not cutting in front of other bikes waiting to go to the long course.  Short course bikes are an entirely different list.

We both need bikes that can go faster than 175 mph so we can go long course!!!
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: isiahstites on September 14, 2010, 12:00:37 AM
Quote from: nrhs sales on September 13, 2010, 11:57:48 PM
If I am not mistaken I believe they told everyone to only use the one line after about  the 2nd day.   I know this happened with the 2 short course lines for ridden bikes.   On day 1  you could pick either mtn or Intl course for bikes that were ridden to the starting lines.  But on Tuesday I think it was they only had 1 line for the short course and the workers decided which course you would be sent to.  I believe it  was AMA Ken who implemeted this rule.  I did not see any towed bikes using the other side to go to long course after the first day or so.   Everybody came around on the left side.

We both need bikes that can go faster than 175 mph so we can go long course!!!

Fairings would help........
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: nrhs sales on September 14, 2010, 12:15:38 AM
Some day I hope to have my wife on a  bike going 175 mph +!!! Give  me  2 years
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: John Noonan on September 14, 2010, 12:34:35 AM
Quote from: nrhs sales on September 14, 2010, 12:15:38 AM
Some day I hope to have my wife on a  bike going 175 mph +!!! Give  me  2 years

Buy her a Honda 600, worked great for Kathy Butler.   :wink:

John
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Bobby c on September 14, 2010, 12:37:39 AM
Dan, what about Aarons bike?
You might need move the foot pegs up a bit for Lucille.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Bobby c on September 14, 2010, 12:54:32 AM
John,
I missed seeing you fly by the 3 mile this year!
Greg going 229 MPH on the 750 was kinda cool though.
Bob
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: John Noonan on September 14, 2010, 01:01:01 AM
Bobby,

I missed being there as well, hearing that Greg beat bikes that were nearly triple in engine size and also the streamliners that attended was great, I did get to present him with his El Mirage 200 mph Cap for his great Run at El Mirage of 201 mph yesterday.

I hope to be back out with the new bike however until I have a race bike rather than a lightly modded street bike I will not race my own bikes at Bonneville.  Now that we are running very fast speeds at El Mirage it is easier to not go to Bonneville when El Mirage is 1.5-2 hours away and only a one day event...next time I come by I will wave again.. :cheers: :wink:
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Bobby c on September 14, 2010, 01:31:06 AM
John,
I guess I need to make it down to EL and check it out.
P.S. Mom and Dad say hello!
Bob
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: ol38y on September 14, 2010, 09:40:58 AM
Quote from: nrhs sales on September 13, 2010, 11:57:48 PM
If I am not mistaken I believe they told everyone to only use the one line after about  the 2nd day.   I know this happened with the 2 short course lines for ridden bikes.   On day 1  you could pick either mtn or Intl course for bikes that were ridden to the starting lines.  But on Tuesday I think it was they only had 1 line for the short course and the workers decided which course you would be sent to.  I believe it  was AMA Ken who implemeted this rule.  I did not see any towed bikes using the other side to go to long course after the first day or so.   Everybody came around on the left side.  And even if they were supposed tto go to the other side what does it matter?   She was not cutting in front of other bikes waiting to go to the long course.  Short course bikes are an entirely different list.

We both need bikes that can go faster than 175 mph so we can go long course!!!

I never heard anything about moving the lines, so I was mistaken...  :-P
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: nrhs sales on September 14, 2010, 10:39:48 AM
A Honda??? Blasphemy :evil:

I will have my wife on a bike capable of going over 175 within 3 years. That is my goal!!!  A that will be without a fairing. I am very confident I can do it with a 1650 MPF bike using a Harley Sportster as my base.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: wobblywalrus on September 15, 2010, 12:03:41 AM
In Oregon the dirt bike club I belong to held enduros and scrambles in the hills.  It rains here a lot and on the slick and muddy courses the overall winners were almost always on smaller bikes.  Big bikes won the races when it was dry.  Greg did well on the 750 and that could be expected.  The less powerful bike with a very skilled rider could get better traction on the less than perfect salt we raced upon.   
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: Dean Los Angeles on September 16, 2010, 04:29:26 PM
Results are FINALLY up.
http://www.speedtrialsbybub.com/2010_event/results10.html (http://www.speedtrialsbybub.com/2010_event/results10.html)


1309 runs.

Maximum number of runs is #1414 Jeff Wuerl with 16 runs. Who said there was a line.

All of the 200+ runs:
379Watters &Higgins Greg Watters 750-APS-BF 229.986
379Watters &Higgins Greg Watters 750-APS-BF 218.218
519A-Ward Racing Richard Assen 1350-APS-BF 211.656
951JB Racing Michael Garcia 1350-MPS-AF 211.129
379Watters &Higgins Greg Watters 750-APS-BF 210.386
379Watters &Higgins Greg Watters 750-APS-BF 209.531
951JB Racing Michael Garcia 1350-MPS-AF 208.545
9511JB Racing Michael Garcia 1350-MPS-AF 208.426
9511JB Racing Michael Garcia 1350-MPS-AF 208.384
951JB Racing Michael Garcia 1350-MPS-AF 207.933
1976Sir Speedy Honda Leslie Porterfield 1000-MPS-BF 207.175
519A-Ward Racing Richard Assen 1350-APS-BF 207.173
9511JB Racing Michael Garcia 1350-MPS-AF 206.412
519A-Ward Racing Richard Assen 1350-APS-BF 206.352
785Lambky Liner Don Angel 3000-SCS-BF 205.203
951JB Racing Michael Garcia 1350-MPS-AF 204.125
951JB Racing Michael Garcia 1350-MPS-AF 203.712
951JB Racing Michael Garcia 1350-MPS-AF 203.493
951JB Racing Michael Garcia 1350-MPS-AF 201.829
9511JB Racing Michael Garcia 1350-MPS-AF 201.748
1976Sir Speedy Honda Leslie Porterfield 1000-MPS-BF 201.522
519A-Ward Racing Richard Assen 1350-APS-BF 201.211
379Watters &Higgins Greg Watters 750-APS-BF 201.187
3793Watters/Higgins Kim Krebs 750-APS-BG 201.164
1709Williams/Horner Scott Horner 1650-A-BF 200.779
951JB Racing Michael Garcia 1350-MPS-AF 200.723
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: nrhs sales on September 16, 2010, 04:42:29 PM
We got in 10 runs and weren't really even trying.  Didn't run at all on Monday by our choice and tore down on Wednesday taking our sweet time.

It was very easy to get 3 runs in per day if you wanted to or more.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: saltwheels262 on September 18, 2010, 09:43:58 AM
just recently finished reading this thread.

rtr, as usual , great job. wish i could have
talked w/ you more.

joe, wow! between racing and working on brothers' buell,
how did you find time for all the excellent uploading?

really good job guys.

franey
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: 55chevr on September 18, 2010, 10:26:29 AM
I did most of the posts on Wednesday. My brother and nephew Cliff had to get back to New York Tuesday evening for school. Cliff is a high school student and Tom is a professor at Dowling College. Tom returned on Thursday and made 5 runs. I remapped the Buell FI and changed carburetors on the red bike and the rest of Wednesday I was a spectator/reporter ... I think Tom made 15 runs with the Buell. We got it to 131 mph but Klockwerks took their 126 record to 136 so close but no cigar.
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: saltwheels262 on October 06, 2010, 11:02:03 AM
Quote from: racer on September 02, 2010, 03:13:15 AM
Will write tire info tomorrow while at the shop and post. Wheel size is a 4" rim, 17", shaved by Nate's in Signal Hill, ca. more info tomorrow.
ray Wheeler Racing usa


Quote from: 1212FBGS on September 02, 2010, 02:13:15 AM
care to share what tire you had luck with?
kent

ray,

sorry to here about your eye.

what's going on w/ the tire and wheel.

franey
Title: Re: BUB Updates
Post by: racer on October 06, 2010, 12:51:57 PM
Eye Dr recommended eye drops due to a dry eye. Wrong. seems the retina was detaching.
Last wednesday spent over 2 hours on the operating table getting a tune up on my left eye. seems to be healing rapidly. patch came off yesterday morning with a healthy progress report.
riding soon.
Replaced the rear spoke wheel with a 17" Duece mag and W- Rated Avon Tyres, preparing for ElMirage.
Just a slight bump in the road.

ray



 
Quote from: saltwheels262 on October 06, 2010, 11:02:03 AM
Quote from: racer on September 02, 2010, 03:13:15 AM
Will write tire info tomorrow while at the shop and post. Wheel size is a 4" rim, 17", shaved by Nate's in Signal Hill, ca. more info tomorrow.
ray Wheeler Racing usa


Quote from: 1212FBGS on September 02, 2010, 02:13:15 AM
care to share what tire you had luck with?
kent

ray,

sorry to here about your eye.

what's going on w/ the tire and wheel.

franey