Durham v.04

[nomac]

I'm not too sure if durham is still operating or not. or if anyone still goes there anymore. but this goes out brad at mindblown: Brad i will be at the track friday(april 9th) to do some foam practice. my time window is in the 10 to 11 am. area. i would hope to get some mod arms turned before georgia. brad if you'll be there could you let me know. and what's your fee. if not then do you have the reedy quad mag 19? part #513.

[nomac]

i'll post before 8am friday morning?

[nomac]

i take it durham can be considered dead.

[cheerwhiner]

I am going out there today to drive around my Ta-04, I hope we can race this summer. I need a TON of practice first anyway. Maybe somebody else will be out! :cool:

[cheerwhiner]

OK there was waaaaaaaaaaaaay too much pollen out there! Still glad I went but I think everyone should wait a few weeks before driving r/c cars in the area!

I really hope we can race this summer. If I lived closer and wasn't taking summer classes at NCSU I would consider running the track (but I couldn't race could I?)

I mean I thought I saw other people's racing lines then I realized, no that is where the pollen was moved by MY tires
:eek:

Gross!

I spent about 30mins just cleaning the car at the track (and about an hour at home with Mr. Air compressor!)- I had the body on too!

[nomac]

i'm surprised anyone was even out there! i gave up trying to get up with people for a practice session. if don can't get anyone to run the show for him, i doubt durham will have much action this year. but then again it's still early and the track is much more enjoyable to race on than last year. it's got waaaaay more bite than the wood too.
it's a real shame how the track is much more pleasant (fewer glitching) to drive but there's no drivers.

[bmelton]

Pete- that's because he says he wants to do it on Saturdays. He will never pull the locals away from the wood. When he ran on Sundays, there wasn't anyother track to race at on Sunday. I would love to run the races on Saturdays, I am familiar with auto score, but do not want to sacrifice the day to run a race for 5 people. The only problem with that is I can't do it every Saturday, but the Saturdays I could make it, I would volunteer. I would be able to make alot more Sundays. Not to mention, it's an hour closer for me just like it is you, lol.

Brandon

[nomac]

yeah. he needs to go to sundays. he'll pull 'mo folk's. maybe even some of the k'ville guys. that's at least 11 right there! you might have one or two going to the wood but the rest says it's too much of a drive for them. especially on days like yesterday. i'm glad the force was with me 'cause they got rained out! and nobody enjoys a five to six hour drive for nada. so yuo bout set for 'Lanta? got your tires...modars? i've been hearing the mod class is kinda thin down there. and 19 or nitro is THE stuff to run. wa-da-ya think?

[cheerwhiner]

I could surely do Sunday as well for racing if it helps his decision! Durham is the nearest for me, I cannot drive to Goldsboro or Wilson on a Saturday morning because I have to work on Saturday nights! Plus practicing is nice too on non race days!

[cheerwhiner]

also what tires would you all recomend i practice with at durham?- rookie with a 27 turn stock electric 4wd belt?

[bmelton]

Pete- Yeah, got the ponies ready to run, and the chassis to hopefully support it, lol. Mod will be good for this race. I found out last night that Beasley is on the fence about going now. Hopefully all works out great.

Cheer- You can't go wrong with Takeoff cs27, it's the most versatile tire on the market, and if you have never glued your own set of "race" tires, then don't start out with a new set, lol. You'll appreciate the fact that they come glued. Hope this helps ya. They should have some at the track, or wherever the shop is now that was at the track, I haven't been there since July of last year.

[Voodooboy52]

I'm pretty much a noob when it comes to racing. I've been driving for 2 years now, but I'm just considering racing. I recently bought a race ready GT, and I was hoping to race this summer. I hope theres people out there to race with :-/

[cheerwhiner]

OK is the shop going to be open at all soon? Is there a place online where I could get these tires?

[bmelton]

cheer- if you can't get in touch with the shop, Glenn at Rosewood has some i believe. Check the thread and Glenn may ship them if it's too far of a drive.

email Brad Davis @ kartrun@aol.com
He can get in touch with Don if the shop has any

[cheerwhiner]

eh it will be about a month until i can do anything with the car anyway, school is getting to be crunch time. i will probably go out to rosewood one day anyway and check it out.

[cheerwhiner]

looks like stormer hobbies has them

[cheerwhiner]

now 22, 27, or 32? I figure hard for this track, not sure!

[bmelton]

32's will last you alot longer and work best as temps get up around 80-85+ mark.

[cheerwhiner]

that is what i figure as well. if i don't travel to goldsboro in the next month i will just order. again i cannot do anything until school gets out- may 6th is my last exam (and the day after I turn 21!!!!!!!!!!!!!) so i can get back with it on that friday, 7th...... before then I am going to order parts for my car, it is a tamiya ta-04s so there are many worthwile upgrades for it, including ball diffs instead of gear diffs, swaybars, and of course tires!

[nomac]

man! i wish someone could get a hold of brad! i got 7 arms that need to turned. i really don't like doing that stuff at the track. i like 'en fresh from the case. let alone the headache of goin through the pits trying to find somebody to do it for ya. ugh! :p

[wolfpackracer]

Yea, I have a few arms I'd liked to get turned too, and some motor work done.

[Voodooboy52]

When does race season "officially" start up at durham? I noticed on the site that don is looking for people to run the races, so I'm assuming that it may not start at all, which is a shame. Are there any other Nitro guys here?

[cheerwhiner]

hey do you recommend 26 or 24mm? my car can use either........... i would guess 26mm for Durham 'cause it has sweeping turns, not "tight" turns and that loooooooong straight

[kevina250]

If any of you guys are interested, Nitro touring is running the oval at Clover, SC. RC Driver will be covering the race on Gascar. Just something to do before Durham starts up.

[kartrun]

Pete, I'm still here buddy! Sorry i didn't respond any sooner but I've been working my tail off lately and I've been in Nawlins,that's New Orleans for you locals :-) for about a week so I've not really been on the puter much in a long time. anyways, I did send an email to Don saying Kelly and myself are all up to running the races and I even talked to him today on the phone. I'm sure we'll get something worked out soon so you guys can race. Anyways, I'm free to do whatever motor work you need, no problem. Don't know if its too late but thought I would let you know. Well, lets see, whats new with me. I'm getting married December 19th, I'm working on a modified motor of my own design, I'm working my tail off like I mentioned before, I set a WORLD speed record in R/C boat racing with one of my stock motors that was purchased a while back after the old record stood for many years and the article is in the new issue of r/c boat modeler and I'm sure there is other things I'm forgetting but its late and the ol' brain is not working quite right. Anyways, hope you all are doing well and I hope to see each of you really soon, I REALLY need my racing fix. :D Talk to you soon. Brad

[LEADFOOT]

what's up with the off-road at Durham? Is it open, not opening, may open later...what?

[nomac]

the off-road is not "officially" open but it's there. can'y say that it's even done!
but anyone who wants to practice can do so. that's totally up to you. so have fun and spread tha' word! we need a guy that can run tha 'puter for don so we can race. so until that happens........ but i doubt i'll be going down anymore for practice. got burt out from being there by my self.

[nomac]

brad...glad to see you back in the fray. congrats on the wedding "thang".
i did my "thang" 5 years ago and i haven't regreteded it! now that the formallities are out of the way.....i need two EPIC 4 magnet cans. ya got any??? don't worry about endbells, i got some aluminum ones that i'll use. pleez lemme no 'k? tanx

[kartrun]

Pete, sorry man, no 4 mag stuff, its not my thing :p Yeah, I'm pretty excited about getting hitched. Can't wait! I'm also pumped about the motor I'm working on, she's in her prototype stages as we speak. I should have my first working prototypes in about 4 weeks. Its pretty oldschool but its based on what I know works or should I say has worked with great success in the past. No fancy bells or whistles, just pure HP. We'll see! Anyways, sorry I couldn't help with the 4 mag cans, Talk to you later. brad

[LEADFOOT]

The track pix from the website look pretty flat. I'm looking for a place to practice on weekdays. Durham is a bit closer than ILP in Goldsboro. Is there a fee?

[cheerwhiner]

during the week if you go, there is no fee. there is probably not going to be anyone else there- I'll show up during the week after May 6th when I get out of school. Now you can practice on either track, but there is no timing going on. You will have electricty in the pits, thats about it. The park it is attached to has a good concession stand and bathrooms. If you want you can ride go karts or if you skateboard, they have a nice skateboard park as well!

[cheerwhiner]

Heads up I will have a basher delphi IRL car with a mod motor to take out too- it will be for parking lot bashing but you know i will want to see how it does on a track. LOL> my T3 and Ta04 will be set up for the actual race tracks eventually. I may "lease" the T3 if anybody wants to use it while I'm out there too.

[cheerwhiner]

anybody in the area have a lathe that they could cut a comm or two for me with? I'm sure the track hobbyshop does but they aren't open anymore it seems (or are they?)

[mikedaul]

I'm getting back into r/c after a 13+ year hiatus :) Can someone tell me where in durham this track is located? Is it just offroad, or do they have an onroad track as well?

Thanks!!

[KanaiDude]

You could practice in Vass at the sandhills raceway, there first off road race is going to be May22, be there or B square...

[theskunk]

i wanna race sundays.... i work every saturday, meaning unless durham races on sundays, i wont be able to race all summer. that makes me cry. okay, so not really, but yeah, i really really really wanna race, stock class... lets see how many we can get to say they will definatly come. i know i will, and brandon, if you wanna race sunday and dont wanna make the whole trip im sure we can work something out at my place every once in a while.
-Rob

also, anyone wanting a hitec lynx 3D or JR XR3i let me know, im throwing it to you guys first. email me/pm me for details.

[wolfpackracer]

I'll be there either day, but I'd prefer Sundays as well.

[baddtwodeebone]

What's happenin' with the R/C Speedway? I e-mailed Don and he's apparently busy with something else 'cause he's looking for some folks to host races. I STILL like the track, even though it's shorter after he built the little dirt thing! I agree with a lot of other folks though...it was a mistake moving the races to Saturday. Maybe we should "petition" Don to move the races back to Sunday (I like that better anyway!). If we can get him to do that, maybe we can keep Durham alive. I've got some "marketing" ideas to try to bring the track back to life....I'd like to hear yours...

Dave Szigety

[cheerwhiner]

I will help as much as possible too, I would prefer Sunday as well. I want to race onroad electric by george!! Even though I got a Savage 25 today RACING wise I would love to do onroad, I live for F1 on tv........

[cheerwhiner]

bringing this thread back up, I'm going to go out to Durham on Saturdays if anybody wants to meet up

[nomac]

brave effort my man....but durham is pretty much dead. :(

[wolfpackracer]

You should come race with us in Goldsboro cw

[Voodooboy52]

I'll be able to come out in a week or so. I have a GT and Savage 21.

[kartrun]

Hey, Pete, its not dead, I'll come out there any time you guys want to race! Can't say there will be score keeping but I'll at least open the shop if you need parts, etc.

[nomac]

hey brad. i meant no offence. but i think most of MY guys have given up on durham. we would try to rally up to race but no go. i've even agreed to meet with fellas from diferent parts of the state only to end up being there for hours on end alone! and think at one time you had the boat thing and the 'nawlins thinkg going on. they were saying practice and playing was not good enough (and i agree) they want to race. so they all put the tourers up an broke out the off-roaders. there was a time where a few of us needed some motor service too but...

so if you're gonna acually race some time soon, i think i can still get 3 to 6 racers to come out.but for the time being.....durham is a thing of the past. and "the wood" is too big of a hump for them to commit to every week. but then again, racers can be a fickle crowd to deal with. but you know this already. so if you can get going again then you have some commited racers, but you'll have to stay consistant. and oh, i think the majority vote was talking about running on sundays. which is perfect for me. (no kids) what i'm saying is.... i for one will be there but it's got to a "there" for me to go to. i'm only waiting on don, so it's y'all's move. TEAM YO MAMA OUWT!!!! pete.

[kartrun]

Pete, no offense taken my friend. Look, I understand everything you are saying, heck, I even feel the same way. The biggest misconseption about the track is that I in some way control what goes on out there. I just run the shop, that's all its ever been. I have NO control over when the track is open or when it races. Thats all Don. I put in my two cents about running the races and even let it be known that I was willing to do EVERYTHING but it never amounted to a hill of beans. I'm like you, if nobody shows up time and time and time again why in the world would I waiste my time going out there only to sit by myself waiting for guys to show up so I can sell them parts or tune their motors?? Heck, half the time it seemed nobody even gave a crap about Mindblown even after I won just about everything there was to win. Now I know what you might say and I'm here to say right now that even with Mindblown I was at the mercy of being backed by Don who in all fairness made me who I was without a doubt and I owe him everything but at the same time when the money ran out around the time of the NATS it killed me. But, I remembered what Troy Schroder of Fantom told me one time in an email he wrote to me. It reads: When your dreams turn to dust, vaccum! Thats exactly what I have done and i'm here to tell you Mindblown will be back and even a greater threat than it was before but this time its for keeps and things will be done like they should be done or should have been done in the first place. For everybody that supported Don, myself or the track, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I love all you guys (you know what i mean) and I can't think of better times or better friends than the ones I made at the track. Maybe on day Durham will be what it used to be but I'm in the dark just like you guys and it makes me sad to see my, YOUR great track go down hill like it has. Maybe I'll see you guys soon! Brad

[nomac]

hey brad, trust me! it wont be long! we'll be back. and the track will be to her former glory.

[astainback]

I live up in oxford. I tried to come out to the track to watch races one time but there was only 2 or 3 people there. Not like it was in Chapel Hill. I have a tmaxx and a xxxnt. I am interested in racing nitro touring. Goldsboro is a little far away.

Why don't we all just try to get together and run and talk??

Let me know.

adrian

[Voodooboy52]

I'm in. I just spent a ton of money on this GT to race, and now durham died.

[astainback]

I am in. My cousin Jake is in too. I know he wants to race.

He has a T-Maxx, as do i. I also have a xxxnt. I wish I had an onroad car. I am working on it.

Why don't we try to get a running tally of all of those who want to race and petition for Sunday?? Maybe Don will go for it then. Is the problem that the concessions and gokarts don't run on sunday?? I thought they did??

So my word is 2 people for offroad. 1/10 scale gas truck and monster truck.

Also, we both have a set of street tires, and onroad TMaxx is fun. I will try to race the touring cars with it!!! :)

So I put up 2 people.

Consider this my start of my pertition. Maybe we can also try to get hobby masters to advertise (not put money torwards it, just advertise) They were the ones to tell me about it anyway.

thanks
adrian

[Voodooboy52]

I have a GT and a Savage. I wasnt looking to race the savage, but if theres only going to be 2 classes, I'm in.

2 for 1\10 gas
3 monster truck

What are you running in the NT? Just wondering what I'm up against ;)

[astainback]

it is a rtr version, so Mach.15.

[cheerwhiner]

ok people if we all can get together on sundays and have some races and talk, ect we should- i can go on sundays for sure

[Voodooboy52]

Shall we set up a date?

[loadleft]

If you guys are running in Durham let me know. I've been out a few times w/my daughters and praticed on the off-road which is what I'd be interested in. It'd be nice to have something close, I'm in Wake Forest and currently I am driving to Vanceboro and Goldsboro. Vanceboro is every Sunday while G'boro is every other Sat. with 6/5 being the next off one. Both my Daughters have Terra-Crushers, I have XXX-NT; Monster GT; Mammoth; MBX4-RR; RC10-GT. My cousin who often Races with me has a Mammoth; Rustler;Schumacher Menace. Would love to find a place less than 2 hours drive away. The Durham offroad does seem a little small for Monster Trucks but I'd be glad to try it. Or even pratice with anyone in the area. My time is very flexible (self-employed).

[Voodooboy52]

Whats your next day off after the sixth? I'm getting some new tires in, I dunno if they'll be in by then. I'm also off for the summer, so if anyone wants to do something in the week I'm free.

[loadleft]

I can be free pretty much anytime with a little advance notice, if interested drop me an e-mail, we'll exchange numbers and so forth. As far as running the computer for Don would that just be a one day thing? would it be all day? my wife is a homemaker and often goes to races with me. She is fairly proficent with PC's and might be willing to help out on Race Days and considering I lve right down Hwy. 98 it would be an easy trek. Would that help?

[Voodooboy52]

I'm not sure about the computer. I dont have a transponder, seeing as I've never raced. If its just you and I, I dont think we'll need it, although it would be nice. If I can get some other guys to come, it would be cool to have the computer running. We could probably have a good sized MT class, and about 4 STs. I have a friend with a FTGT that I can bring once in awhile, I dunno if he's too into racing regularly. I'll talk to some people online and see what I can do.

[nomac]

if there's going to be someone running the computer. yes. it will take up a little chunk of your time. depending on what time to start racing. (1 ,2 ,or 3) sign-up is usually cut off one hour prior to racing. That gives the 'puter person time to put names in. but a lot of times people wait till the last second to sing up, and that takes more time. but with the crowds we used to have there last year....we'd start around 3 and end up leaving around 5:30 at the latest. and that's with nitro.

[baddtwodeebone]

Hi Nomac. What's going on...is there a chance of saving Durham? That would be great because I've always liked that track! If you all let me know what you're planning a couple weeks in advance, I'll try to be available early for track prep and stay late for cleanup, etc. It sure would be nice to revive this track somehow! P.S. I've tried find Brad out here the last couple days, but unable to contact him to get the scoop...no luck! If you're really planning something, let me know...maybe we could print some flyers...I could drop some off at Apex R/C and Hobbymasters in Raleigh.

Keep in touch

Dave Szigety (aka BaddTwoDeeBone)

[nomac]

hey dave! glad to see you haven't given up!!! durham is pretty much dormant right now. we're waiting on "anyone" to run the 'puter. but even if we do (and had), letting brad know who in turn would have to find don and let HIM know is another story!
it's all just a headache. :( . i really don't mean to bash or nothing but....i'm getting sick and tired of waiting around for these folks! i won't beg them another day to start durham back up again! :mad:

besides...i've found a new home for sunday racing and i couldn't be happier! :) .so i say just pull the plug and take that place off life support! :p

[JimmyMac]

Hey Nomac, what do you race on Sunday? Offroad or Touring? Just curious. Looking for somewhere to go for a Sunday Touring race. I may have to try Virginia. Been awhile since I raced there... blah blah blah...

[baddtwodeebone]

Hey Sir Nomac....fill me in on where you're racing on Sundays...that's a much better day for me than Saturdays, anyhow. If your new track has a website, please let me know so I can check it out. I've got way too much time and $$$ invested in my toys to let 'em sit gatherin' dust till Durham opens (if ever). All I wanna do is DRIVE!!!

Happy Friday,

Badd2

[KanaiDude]

How about heading to vass this weekend or next for off road? Am pretty disgruntled also with Durham, no idea why the destroyed a roar class on road track to dump some dirt and then never touch or even make a go at the off road track. I was there one sat right after the dirt came in, there were maybe 10 of us practicing which should have been some wake up call that people will come, after that I heard nothing about it ever again...

[baddtwodeebone]

Yo! Kanai,

Thanks for posting. One question, where is VASS? Gimme a little hint so I can check out some details online? :confused:

P.S. Won't be around this weekend...heading to the shore to do some SERIOUS fishin' (my other passion).

Keep in touch

Badd2

[Ron Zee]

Vass, if I got it right, is actually Sandhills Raceway's offroad track they call "the big Perm". I think it would be sandhillsraceway.com or something like that.

[kartrun]

hey dave! glad to see you haven't given up!!! durham is pretty much dormant right now. we're waiting on "anyone" to run the 'puter. but even if we do (and had), letting brad know who in turn would have to find don and let HIM know is another story!
it's all just a headache. :( . i really don't mean to bash or nothing but....i'm getting sick and tired of waiting around for these folks! i won't beg them another day to start durham back up again! :mad:

besides...i've found a new home for sunday racing and i couldn't be happier! :) .so i say just pull the plug and take that place off life support! :p


Pete, Long time my friend. Hope you are well. Doing pretty good here. Why do you say "folks" Pete in your message?? I've said it time and time again, I am a "service" for the speedway, I have NOTHING to do with how and when things go down there! It's completely out of my control and thats the bottom line. I did my part to offer Kelly and myself to run the races but I guess he's too busy to really think about. I've not talked with Don in over a month or so (maybe longer, can't remember). Look, I'll make you guys a deal, if you want to come out and run on sundays, I can't promise the computer will be there but I will open whats left of the hobby shop and clean and sweep the track to make it a worthy race surface again and we can go out there and try to make it a day of fun and fellowship so to speak and do a little door to door racing. Lets say........after lunch, around 1??? Sound good? We can do it every other week like we did in Chapel Hill starting week after next. Now i know what you are thinking, "you just said you have nothing to do with how and when things go down out there!" I make it simple, The track is a waiste right now and I will do my best to save it always. Besides, Don will be glad to see it not just sitting there so I'm pretty sure he will not mind at all. Anyways, let me know what you guys think and hope to see you there! Brad

[Voodooboy52]

I think I'll be in New York... but I'll keep checking this thread to see whats going on. I'd love to race, but I have a feeling everyone here does onroad. Heck, I'll show up just to practice on the track. Let me know how things turn out, but you can definatly count me in.

[mshap33]

count me in i will be there what is the date. if you need a puter i have a laptop if that will work i will bring it just let me know.

[nomac]

i'm game. sunday july 11 is the date y'all! mark your calenders! i'll spread the word to the guys in k'ville this sunday. hey...maybe we can alternate!

[mshap33]

see you at durham let me know if the laptop wil do the scoring.

[losiXXXman]

Brad,

I may be interested in this.. Do I have it correct - Sunday July 11 @ 1pm??? I've been to the track too many times and seen noone there to drive over again for nothing. What kind of entry fee are we looking at??

Wes

[losiXXXman]

Let me know what we are going to run also.. I've got electric TC and 2wd Buggy..

[nomac]

from what i understand..... the format is simply a meet and greet deal. the track & hobby shop will be open by mr Mindblown himself. we want to get racers back together so we can jump this thing off. at the present time, there is no definate lock-down on the racing. (ya know.....the computer, transponders, entry 'an all that)

I'm sure, though, if the racers WHO WANT TO RACE there show a huge response to this....then i think durham will be back on it's feet in notime. but don't be shy! come on out! there's food available, a place for the kids to play ( trust me i know!). and not to mention the hobby shop. it's well stocked and you can get your electric needs taken care of! whether it's motors, batteries, whatever! and if you have one of those not-so- popular cars....let brad know right-away and he can have you a couple of spare parts in case you need them. oh yeah....tell/bring a friend. i'm sure there'll be stuff for swap/sale too! Happy Fourth Y'all!!!!!!!!!!!

TEAM YO MAMA OUWT!!!!!!!

[nomac]

sorry losiXXXman. i don't think i answered your question. both on-road and off-road will be operating at the same time. we just have to keep tabs on the Rx/Tx channels. but i think it shouldn't be that big of a deal. 98% of the rcer's i know have mad mutual respect for fellow racers. the other 2% can't spell mutual. LOL!

[kartrun]

Yup, you guys got it right, July 11th at 1pm. Be there or be square :p Here's a list of what we will be running:

Stock, mod and novice electric touring
novice and pro nitro touring
stock and mod buggy
stock and mod truck


If there is enough interest I'll let other classes run. If you have 3 people, thats good enough for me. For now we'll say every other week or we may go once a month depending on interest. I know you guys can get burned out so I'll do my best to see that doesn't happen. Ok, entry fees. Bring 5 bucks for track maintnance and the electricity you use and we'll call it a deal. Sound good? Lets do it!!! see you there! Brad

[kartrun]

It's alive! It's alive!!!!!!!!

[Voodooboy52]

Just out of curiosity, will there be any other nitro truck guys running? Just my luck, I'll be getting back into town late on the 11th. I'll keep checking here for the next date, but I'm very interested in racing. I wouldnt mind running with flashlights if I had to ;)

[wolfpackracer]

I'm gonna plan on being there for stock tc, and maybe nitro tc

[nomac]

there should be! there's lots of nitro guys just itching to run!
brad....that sounds more than fair. you got a deal!

[kartrun]

Guys, keep checking my site located at: www.teammindblown.com for upcoming meets and details. If you need to get up with me you can reach me at 919-423-3342. For you guys thats tried to reach me before with no results, its simply because I had no details about what was going on with the track. You will have no trouble at all reaching me now. Just be sure to mention "track meets" in your message. Spread the word! See you there! Brad :)

[cheerwhiner]

well heck this changes everything for me, i can't race every weekend and goldsboro is a little farther away................

this is perfect, and being on SUNDAY I won't miss work either!

I think I'll go to Durham today and practice!!!!

[baddtwodeebone]

You mean Durham will be open July 11th!!!!! Hallelujah!!!!!! And on a SUNDAY yet! That should help draw a crowd of those Saturday guys who either (a) Did really AWFUL on Sat. or (b) Just can't get enough RACIN'!!!!

Dave Szigety alias Bad2

[baddtwodeebone]

Heck, I'm throwing every vehicle I own in the back of my Aztek!!!! That includes the Old DS-10 (minus the R/C Speedway bod Brad painted).... :D

What time does practice start? Will the computer be up and running? If so I'll bring my transponders....

See you all there...long live Durham!!!

Bad2

[kartrun]

Dave, for now the computer will not be there but I'll try my best to work everything out with Don so it will be there in the near future. For now we'll get reaquainted and do some serious laps in friendly competition. After all, we forget most of the time that having fun is what this sport is all about. If it stops being fun, its time to get out, know what I mean? I'm going to do my best to make these times as enjoyable as possible and really make some good things happen because of it, that I promise. I've been doing this for around 20 years and I be darn if I'm going to sit back and watch ANOTHER awesome track in our area go by the wayside. And that you can take to the bank.` :cool:

almost forgot! Practice starts at 11:30am and ends at 1pm.

[baddtwodeebone]

Sounds good to me. By the way...I have to work that Saturday (the 10th), but if you need any help earlier in the AM on Sunday to get things ready, just gimme a holler. Lookin' forward to some good ole' street bashin' on the 11th.

B-2

[kartrun]

Dave, thanks, I'll keep you in mind. ;)

[nomac]

does this mean i can't bring my weed-sprayer and those 10, 2-liters of grape soda?

[astainback]

racing on sunday!!!!

ok, i am new to racing (never done it), and I want to run out there with you guys.

I don't have an on-road car though.

I have :
tmaxx
xxxnt
minit

that is it.
my cousin can probably be there.. he has a tmaxx and mini t.

let me know if anyone wants a little friendly offroad competition.

adrian

[bmelton]

Good to here it will get going again. Sundays will work out good. See you guys a little later this summer. Got some nitro off road races down here to keep me busy for a bit.

[kartrun]

does this mean i can't bring my weed-sprayer and those 10, 2-liters of grape soda?

What would make you think that? :D Sure, bring it, heck, bring whatever you want ;)

[tarheelquality]

Brad sounds good I will try to make it out early give me a call at home. I am planning on going to Cherokee Sat for a cruise but should be back in time to have my stuff ready. See ya there.
Tom

[nomac]

thanks brad. heck i don't even know what i'm saying! all i got is a B3! still trying to get a car!

[nomac]

b...me and pace been trying to contact ya! been kinda crazy around here. with setting up for the funeral and all. but soon as things get back on trac...i should be in the hunt again.

[losiXXXman]

Brad,

Just went to mindblown and saw that you are planning more race dates besides the 11th. I I'm very excited about this and glad you are doing it. With all the excitement I'm seeing on this board, its almost surprising that the track ever stopped running. I hope that all can come out on these race days, and show there support for this track. If we don't, we will not have any place to race...

[cheerwhiner]

well if the offroad track is going to be run, it needs serious work to be done!!!! It was just a puddle of mud on Tuesday and has a lot of grass growing in it.

Since there won't be a computer the first time out, I don't need to worry about a transponder. I'll probably bring all the cars and truck I own.

I'm glad this first time ISN'T a race because I haven't raced before. I'll have plenty of questions for you all too.

I am so happy this is going on. I was going to start going to Goldsboro, but that is a little far and that would be on Sats, the day I pretty much have to work! Besides, I can't afford to race every weekend, but every few weeks on a Sunday is absolutley perfect for me. If we could just get the dirt track ready for some bashing that would be great.

I need some hop ups on my "race" car before it is worth anything, I still have gear diffs installed but a ball diff and front one way are literally in the mail on the way. Next some better shocks and I should be set to start dialing in.

So by the 11th I should have a decent Tamiya TA-04 and a what I call a "demo" TT-01 that runs a 10 turn motor but has crappy everything else (like friction shocks!)

I'll bring the savage 25 too just in case...........

also I have free time on Monday and Tuesday afternoons all summer to help clean the track, set up stuff, ect if you need me, I'd be more than happy to help (just take some breaks to practice some)

[kartrun]

Guys, It thrills me to see all the excitement! :) I have news.....There WILL BE a laptop with lap counting software at the very first event!!! I broke down and purchased a first class system because one way or the other, racing in Durham will be saved so help my soul! :D Don't worry about transponders guys, they will not be needed for several events. Be sure not to miss the drivers meeting at the first event because I will share with you all my plans and intentions as well as important dates. I will also ask for your feedback at every event so I can keep everyone in mind as far as future plans for racing in the area. Well, I am excited as can be and can't wait to see everyone there and just have a great time. Please be sure to promote these events whereever you can and please, I need your support BIG TIME.
Thanks in advance and as always, God bless.
Brad

[bmelton]

Brad, good deal about the computer. Fun can be had without one, but you will get back the "racers" (not saying they are the most important) back like last summer. Plus, the computer allows you to actually know if your getting better. It's kinda hard to "eyeball" your performance each time out. Only the lap times tell the truth. Good luck with things, I will make it up ASAP. Me and Beasley were just talking about how we hated to see the place not being put to use.

[JimmyMac]

Well if I don't head out to Laso R/C Raceway... I'll head out there to Durham on Sunday. Wouldn't mind doin some practice on a "different" track. Won't make it on the 25th though since I'll be up in Maryland doin the TCS. Would be cool if yall could get the "old" crowd from Chapel Hill back out there. I miss that place... hehe. Anyways Good Luck... hope to see yall soon.

Jimmy Mac

[Voodooboy52]

Be sure not to miss the drivers meeting at the first event because I will share with you all my plans and intentions as well as important dates.

I know I already said it, but I wont be there. Should I just talk to you on the 25th?

Also, do you sell transponders, and if so, how much are they? I too have never raced. I'll have to steal the fast guys setup :D

[cheerwhiner]

yes i need a trans. too

[teamhyperdrive]

Sup fellas.Pete i still have that hpi shock if you still want it.Sorry its been awhile since ive been on this computer.Look brad is there any racing this weekend?I have the weekend off for the fourth and i got a t4 im dying to try out?Was wondering if Durham was ever coming back.I even went and put a dirt oval and off road in my back yard.I myself am a long time racer and i personally miss the dirt oval days.Last time i ran oval was 88-90 at the RC HOBBY SHOP in Burlington.Anyways i'll get a hold of Mark Payne and a few others.Not so sure if i'll run 1/10 touring anymore.I'm not really impressed with my losi.Might bring the ol tc3 out of retirement (hasnt even seen a track or electronics since the state race there).Im still hung on the 1/12 cars.Also Brad, if you still want to do what we talked about that day with me at Sandhills, let me know. Later Brad A

[kartrun]

I know I already said it, but I wont be there. Should I just talk to you on the 25th?

Also, do you sell transponders, and if so, how much are they? I too have never raced. I'll have to steal the fast guys setup :D


Voodoo. You can talk to me at any time, that will be fine. If you like, you can reach me at 919-423-3342 if you would like to talk before the first meet. I'm just trying to see where everyone stands as far as racing is concerned and I would also like input as far as when is the best time to run, what classes, etc. don't worry about transponders at this point, I will take care of scoring via my lap counting software. One other thing, for you guys that try to reach me on my cell, please LEAVE a message!!! I have no idea who's calling me if you don't. Be sure to mention the track in your message so I'll jump on it asap. Brad Allen, good to hear from you. Hope to see lots of people from the Chapel Hil days and the days when RC Speedway first opened. Sorry, but I won't be able to do what we talked about concerning sandhills. I have way too much going on and simply don't have the time. hope to see you there on the "race" dates. Oh yeah, don't give up on the Losi. She's (As in Cash's) brought me more championships than any other car on the market. Later. Brad

Almost forgot, no racing until the 11th. I need time to get the track ready.

[nomac]

'sup brad...yeah, that shock would be a "shock" to have back. :P. glad you ain't forgot. how miss "ash" doin? good i hope. and your little man? i bet he's growing like crabgrass! that 'ole losi is a pretty good car. i've had more succes with it in mod though. and through months and months of heartache and trail & error....i had to give it up. but if you make it next week bring it. and make sure you have a hot mod. and if you don't , i got a 10 single flat-liner in tha' case. (that is ...if i can drive the car). LOL

see ya in a little bit. TEAM YO MAMA OUWT!!!! Pete.

[teamhyperdrive]

Thats cool Brad.Lil man and Ash are doing great Pete.Well ash is doing good, lil mans growing and with him being at the terrible 2 stage.......well you know the deal.But as far as the losi.....sorry im an ASSOCIATED man.Thats what i started out with in the late 80's (with the exception of my very first car which was a tamiya grasshopper super g and the BEST OVAL CAR IN HISTORY....THE DOMINATOR by custom works) was the rc10 graphite championship edition.Ive really never like losi that much and tried the xxt and the xxx-s.I have figured out the tc3 considering the last time i ran it it was on rails and won every race at the state race, im gonna stick with it.Pete if you want the car with all the upgrades,parts etc i'll trade for a off road vechile for my girl.Now as far as the road course (12th) and ovals......gonna stay with Barry and hyperdrive.The losi is a good car, but i just dont have the interest in messing with it anymore.To be honest..touring 10th scale doesnt exactly have me wanting to do it.Now ill run 12th and offroad.As far as this weekend ill probably get some people to come over to the house and will bang some walls.Oh one last thing...Brad i have 3 of the orion lap counter deals and im gonna keep one so if you want the other 2 maybe we can work out a trade maybe? Later Brad A :D

[JimmyMac]

:rolleyes:

[kartrun]

Jimmy, you trip me out :p Brad, whats this " won every race at the state race" stuff?? I seem to remember a win in stock and a few of the fast guys having trouble ( you included mojo :D ). Enlighten us if you please :confused: :)

[nomac]

B. allen.... i still got the original "yo mama" b3 from ACRC in greensboro. it's still quite fast, and it still has the hydra-drive stuff for it. we can trade staight up if ya like. it'll be with me on the 11th, (or we can hook-up sooner if ya like!). i've found a few special tricks for the xxx-s that i didn't khnow existed 'til after i got rid of mine.
it'd be interesting to see if they work. :D

[teamhyperdrive]

well if i remember correctly i did win all my heats,sat on the outside pole and won.The whole day blake and i traded tq's if i remember right.All i was saying was i had better success with the tc3 and in my opinion i like that car better.Pete sounds good to me.But before i give you a positive answer, let me see what an offer that was laid upon me turns out.I'll let you know.Oh Brad ;) your statement about the fast guys having trouble?Lets see billy was in my heats and i guess the only reason i beat him Every heat was because he was having trouble?I had one good weekend where everything clicked and now im getting the only reason i won was because the fast guys were having trouble :rolleyes: .Pete you,Mark payne,jimmy all of you are fast guys but :confused: oh well say what you want.Its done and over with.Oh you were right about the stock win....thats the only class i ran.Pete if you wanna meet up let me know.

[cheerwhiner]

I told 3 people about our get together, so expect more nOObs (newbies) out there, technically including me.

[astainback]

sweet.......

Man I can't wait. Count me in.

Anybody want to run a mini t class??

[kartrun]

well if i remember correctly i did win all my heats,sat on the outside pole and won.The whole day blake and i traded tq's if i remember right.All i was saying was i had better success with the tc3 and in my opinion i like that car better.Pete sounds good to me.But before i give you a positive answer, let me see what an offer that was laid upon me turns out.I'll let you know.Oh Brad ;) your statement about the fast guys having trouble?Lets see billy was in my heats and i guess the only reason i beat him Every heat was because he was having trouble?I had one good weekend where everything clicked and now im getting the only reason i won was because the fast guys were having trouble :rolleyes: .Pete you,Mark payne,jimmy all of you are fast guys but :confused: oh well say what you want.Its done and over with.Oh you were right about the stock win....thats the only class i ran.Pete if you wanna meet up let me know.


Brad, easy there young Bison :p I was just trying to figure out what you meant by the "won every race" statement. You made it sound like you won mod touring, pro gas touring and stock touring. All I meant by the "some of the fast guys had trouble" statement was I remember very clearly that it was a rough main event and it seemed most of the guys in the top 4 or 5 postions behind you were playing a round of "bumper cars" with each other. Seemed like when anyone got up close they got hacked and slipped to the tail end of the lead pack. But you are right, its over and done with. You were on rails for sure, I don't deny that at all ;)

[cheerwhiner]

Like sands through the hourglass, so are the Days of Our Lives..........................

[teamhyperdrive]

Well i didnt mean to start anything.Anyways the 11th is carved in stone for racing?Is it still gonna be $15.00 with the regular 3 heats and a main?Also are we going back to the club rules where you can run foam etc?I'll be there next week but kinda wanna know what people are wanting to run so i know which type of cars needs to be set up.Oh Jimmy Mac....bring the yok and lets run some 12th mod :)

[nomac]

and if i can remember correctly....i was is second and GAINING! and this was the first i ever saw the track. if it hadn't been for that turn marshal sleepin at his post, well...

let's just say it would have been a good race. cause we used to run back in tha' daze. and i'm not a hack, and i know you're not a hack so it would have been close and clean. (like my head. LOL) but the buggy is all set-up and ready. and i can meet with you as early as monday (july 5) i wanna head that way anyhow to kill some grass and do some prep work. brad is that ok? but form what i understand it's $5. that should help with utilities and maintenance(sp). but if we have a full-blown lapcounting system and operator....then it may be $15

[nomac]

PS. foams OR rubber is ok.

[kartrun]

$5 entry fee, foams and rubbers are ok. Such sayeth Dr. Vonspeed :D

[nomac]

hello eric!! just call me Dr. Krankestein. :P

[kartrun]

hello eric!! just call me Dr. Krankestein. :P

ahhh, Eric Soderquist of Twister fame. AKA Dr. Vonquick. Those were the days. (*Archy Bunker theme plays in the background) :D Oh yeah, Dr. krankenstein is taken Pete, AKA Todd Putnam :p

[teamhyperdrive]

hey petie, you wanna run some monday?Is that alright with you brad?

[tarheelquality]

What time are yall going out there? I was gong to go to Beaufort for the day but I am not sure I want to drive that far.

[turbo40]

Hey Hyperdrive, what's up? So you got a t-3 now? Give me a call when you get a chance, I just got the MF-2 and would like to run some with you.. And I am interested in one of the counters!!

Working on "HOUSE" stuff all the time right now but would like to run some if I can work it in..The foundation is allmost finished and soon will start the framing ,so not much time for R.C..

Mark P.

[godzila]

Anybody plan on running nitro touring on the 11th? :eek:

[nomac]

godzila.... the classes for the 11th are as follows: electric touring- F1, spec,1/10th, mini, 12th scale, 1/18 th scale, hpi super electric, blushless, standard brushed, 10th pan GTP, 1/10 pan nascar. and a few i'm sure i forgot.

nitro touring- F1, 1/5, 1/8, 1/10th 200, 1/10th 235, hpi super

electric off-road....buggy 2wd, buggy 4wd, truck2wd, truck 4wd, any monsters, any mini's, rally, brushless, standard brushed.

nitro off-road....same as above.

in other words.... BRING IT!!! BRING AAAAALLLLLL-AH!!! :D . IF IT'S RC, WELL FIND A PLACE FOR IT. WE GARANTEE!!!

B.Allen....i plan to get there around high noon. yoo game? still want me to bring the buggy for tha trade? holla.

[kartrun]

Guys, you are free to run on Monday if you like. I just ask that you leave the place like you found it and pick up after yourself. I will be out there at some point during the day to make a list of things I need to do to get it ready for next weekend. Pete, you are right, If you bring it, you will play. :D I'll let anything that wants to run have a go at it. I plan on being there tomorrow around lunch or so, hope to see some of you guys there! I might bring the laptop and give the new lap counting software a run through, i don't know. Anyways, till tomorrow, peace :cool: Brad

[cheerwhiner]

crap i need to get dressed and hed out theree

[nomac]

hyperdrive....yoo still on? it's 9:30 now. i'm leaving in two hours.

[cheerwhiner]

guys i am going right now seeya!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[baddtwodeebone]

Hey BRAD...Just wanted to let you know...words seems to be spreading about the 11th. I was down at Apex R/C...they knew all about it. Another store owner came into get some parts he was out of...and he knows about it and is planning on being there with some others. Me... I gotta lotta tuning and testing this week... so my cars are eady...even if my skills are a "little" rusty.....


Bad2

[cheerwhiner]

he he I am the one who told Bob at Apex about it!!!! Spreading the word while at work (Hungate's)

I met Nomac today out there and the "other" Brad. Nomac is the man, great guy and helped me out a lot with the touring car!! I can't wait until Sunday. See you all then.

[nomac]

hey y'all! just got back home from my rounds.
good to meet ya cheer! glad i had SOMETHING to offer. :D . i just try to give back what i've gotten over the years! P.S. being as good a listener as you are didn't hurt. :p

brad...glad you made it today. and thanx for scooping up our arms. i forgot to ask your fee. oh well, i know it's worth it anyway.

b.allen....didn't see you today. kinda didn't exspect ya eigther. you got kinda quiet on at the last minute. but that's ok. :cool: i wound up getting a hookup anyway. :p (hehe) see...good guys don't always finish last. ;)

but on a more serious note; the on-road track is in pretty good condition. the bite was still there after ALL this time! the nitro guys may find it just a tad tight but input from y'all will help to fix that. the off-road ,though, needs a little bit more attention. the rain did a serious number on it! so any volunteers would help a heap!

well, that's my report for now! thanks to the ones who said they'd come out...and acually DID!(hehehe) :D BYE Y'ALL!!! SEE YA SUNDAY!!!!!!!!

[cheerwhiner]

oh yeah how much for that comm cut? forgot to ask too. Nomac has an arsenal of motors its like he is an arms dealer! I have a bunch of pictures of what the tracks looked like today if anybody wants to see them. Nomac, thanks again man. I just took off the front swaybar and wrote down some notes about my best lap time and what I had on the car. See ya Sunday.

[teamhyperdrive]

sorry about today pete.I had a interview with pepsi today about a job and it took longer than i thought it would.Also to top that off ash had to go in early this morning so i was stuck with little man.I would have called you but kinda hard since i dont have a #.Anyways if you still want the car its here.Im wanting to go down there some this week before sunday and do some "testing" with the t4.So if you wanna meet up sometime this week call me or email me.I also got ahold of the ol m paynester and tryin to talk him into bringing that mf2 up there sunday.Brad you have any tires in stock for 12th?Oh yeah pistol pete.......If you still got that nerve to run some oval bring your car.If you dont have one then ill give u one.You and i have some business to take care of mr. :D

[kartrun]

Guys, don't worry about the comm cuts, its on me :) If Pete's an arms dealer I must be NATO or something. I've got somewhere around 200-300 motors, arms, etc. laying around my shop at least. :eek: Maybe I'll drag out some used arms to sell on sunday if anyone is interested. I've got some that were wound by the greatest builders the hobby has ever seen. Anyways, thanks for coming out today guys. Tim, it was nice to meet you. Pete, pleasure as always. ;) See you guys sunday! Brad

[astainback]

Man, I am getting excited. I can't wait to race. I am getting a NTC3 soon, so I will run that against you all!!!! hahaha

Also, what do we do about transponders?? And are you going to handle frequency registration?? I don't know alot about the radio stuff.

Thanks!!!

adrian

ps.. did anyone tell the guys at hobby masters??? I am planning on stopping by there later on today. I have to go to Raleigh for an interview.

[cheerwhiner]

I don't go to Hobby Masters so it wouldn't hurt to tell them

[cheerwhiner]

Brad- thanks a bunch! I just ordered a few things express from Tower so I should have them this weekend. One is a 969 charger- hopefully the last charger I ever buy. I also got some tuned springs and another 128t spur for the ta04. SO I should be geared a little better.

Next month will come better shocks and maybe the monster motor- I would give the p2k2 to my friend I guess- he's building a Tamiya F1 car!

BTW:
Pete really is the man!

[cheerwhiner]

Hey Pete I got out the dremel and edged down the side of the chassis- I can now use those 3300 packs with it and they will fit.

[Voodooboy52]

Any of you guys going to be there after the 11th and before the 25th? I'd like to get the GT somewhat dialed in and run around the track, so its not the first time. I guess I'll hook up with someone on the 25th who knows what thier doing in 1\10 nitro truck suspension wise.

[cheerwhiner]

lol count me in with that too. Voo the dirt track might be a little small for our 2speed monster trucks anyway.................. its perfect for electric stadiums and buggies but I don't know about the big dawgs!

[cheerwhiner]

Pete with those tires I showed you, what inserts would i use on this track? SOft, medium, or hard??

[RodneyRacer]

what time will the track open on the 11th I may be there to run too.

Rodney

[kartrun]

Guys, Just wanted to let everyone know that, depending on weather, I will be holding a track work day on Saturday for anyone interested. I will be prepping the offroad track as well as moving track barriers, doing clean up, etc. This will be an excellent time for you to come out and see what the layout for Sunday will be. For whoever makes it out, I'll offer free entry for up to two classes on Sunday as well as private track time after work is complete to get cars dialed in. I only need two people so let me know asap. Also, For those who have asked, there is no need for transponders on Sunday, my lap counting software will take care of you. ;) I will explain that as well as tons of other details at the drivers meeting on Sunday. Anyways, Till Saturday (For the lucky two), take care. Brad

PS, Cheer, Try hard inserts, heck, if I've got inserts in the shop I'll give you all three hardnesses to try. you can keep them compliments of Team Mindblown.


Rodney, Track will be open at 10:30.

[nomac]

hey cheer...thanks for the pride -ups! try and get some mediums. pit, yok, take-off make great inserts. but if none of those are available then hpi pro mediums will work. also you're more than welcome for the assistance. it's pretty much why i still stay in the hobby. i enjoy helping people the way i used to get help. just trying to give back is all. :p besides, you made it very easy. everything i asked of you, you did it staight-away. and you didn't mind doing things a different way eigther.
and the main thing were the results. all the stuff we did to the car (and driver :) ) showed results. both on the track and on the clock! so keep diggin yo!

to all the newer guys coming down this week: ya got yo hands full with this guy! LOL be talkin with ya soon.

[nomac]

brad....thanks for the quick tune on the arms. me and bAllen been talkin and he may have me some street wheels to play with. he's just checking with ash. so my fingers are crazy crossed. see y'all soon.

[teamhyperdrive]

brad if you need some help sat pm me or let me know on here.Also do you have any 12th tires in (front & rears) and does anyone have any extra high torque servos?All of mine are either high speed or digital high speed.If some does have one i'll do some tradin with them.Either ill trade servos, motors batteries etc.

[baddtwodeebone]

Hey HyperD...I'll bring whatever good servos I have on Sunday...you can pick thru 'em and see if anything'll fit your bill. If you want any info in advance, let me know and I'll send you a list (here) of my extras. I'd be lookin' to trade for batts or mots!!

[baddtwodeebone]

ANYONE OUT THERE...you all know if anyone is plannin' on bringing mini-trucks? I think the track might eat the little buggers up...but it could be interesting!!

[baddtwodeebone]

Oh yeah...by the way...I have a Nitro RS4-3 with aftermarket heat sink head, brand new foams, fuel, a rechargeable D-cell glow started and a Paris-Picco pipe I might be willing to swap. I'd like to get a hold of a really good Oval car, or an electric buggy in good condition with some extras. I'd also consider another electric touring sedan. If you know anyone who's in the market, I'll have it with me on the 11th. How about you Nomac...wanna get rid of the B-2 with the Hydro-drive...LOL!

Bad2

[Voodooboy52]

Cheer - I wasnt planning on racing the Savage when I finally get there on the 25th - this is the GT's time to shine. It looks pretty, but now it needs to prove itslef at the track. Hope to see y'all there.

[kartrun]

Went out to the track today and laid down some total vegatation killer on the grass, weeds, etc. that are growing on the offroad track. Don't know how the track (again, the offroad track) will be on Sunday but you guys should do enough "damage" in practice to take care a lot of the problem :p . If anyone wants to come out on Saturday with a nitro offroader (A T-maxx would be grrrrrrreat!) and tackle some minor weed problems, come on out and thrash a while and I'll provide a suprise of high dollar value on Sunday to the lucky person. Can't tell you what it will be but lets just say "AE" ;) Anyways, Things will be set on go for Sunday, look forward to seeing everyone there! If for some reason the race gets called because of weather conditions, please check this thread around 9:30am if conditions don't look good to you. Well, I'm outa here. Later, Brad

[cheerwhiner]

brad thanks for the inserts

if i could come out saturday i would but i have got to go to work!

i expect my tower order tomorrow afternoon

[cheerwhiner]

I made a flyer for our little get together and I am posting it at work and at Apex R/C

[baddtwodeebone]

Glad you had time to make up a flyer. I woulda except for my work hours. Does Eric at HobbyMasters know about the gig? If not, I can call him from work tomorrow.

Brad...I wish I could he'p on Saturday, but like Cheer...I have to work too.
That's why I'm hoping we can get the R/C Speedway back up and running for good...Sundays are MUCH easier for me!

Bad-2

[kartrun]

Cheer, awesome job my friend, I really appreciate it a bunch! With everything I have going on trying to get ready for Sunday I just didn't have the time to do it myself. Bad, no problem about Saturday, I understand....same to you Cheer.

[Voodooboy52]

I too would jump at the chance to help with those weeds, but I'm sure your tired of me saying I'm in new york. Let me know if I can do anything to help, I really would love to. I mod a coupple forums over at www.affordablenitrotech.com, I'll post a topic there, although there arnt many people from the NC area there.

If you go to the site, dont be scared off by the homemade looking homepage - the fourms are very good.

[cheerwhiner]

the following places have flyers (note I put all the dates on them)

Hungate's in Cary (where I work)
Apex R/C Hobbies

I will go up to Hobby Masters today and take some up there (even though I don't like that place too much, we need people to come out!)

Pete- doesn't look like I will have the ball diff on Sunday- just gearing to play with and springs, also the better tires and wheels

[cheerwhiner]

Pete- I got the chassis for that TT-01 yesterday and even though I can't run the 10 turn in it (I don't have a metal driveshaft for it yet) I will put it back together today and bring it so you can look at it. The hop ups I need require almost no dissasembly to install, so I really won't be wasting my time rebuilding it. I can run a stock motor without binding the shaft, but a freshly cut 10 turn X2 motor will rip that plastic shaft alive!!

[nomac]

thanks cheer.... looks like it'll come in handy for me! thanks for all your effort! :) . standard touring tires fit right? i mean...will there be a problem with the wheel hexes? aint looking for bAllen and me to hook up so it'll be the b3 on sunday. the electronics are already back in it. :D

brad...i found some plastic at work that might come in handy as barriers. not too sure on how, but we'll figure it out tommorow. i also have a few hand toys lying around the house. maybe i can put them to use in the dirt. :o

[Mr. Cash]

I can't believe it. The Durham track lives. I will be there. First I will need to knock the dust off the XXX-S and the NTC3. Lookin' forward to seeing some of the fellas that I used to trade lexan with. If I had more time, I would love to have my XXX-T ready but maybe next outing. See y'all there. I bet it will be hot as h_ll. Old school Team High Speed R/C representative logging out.

[cheerwhiner]

well i got my superbrain 969, the spur gear I need, and the springs- the springs are the wrong ones (my fault not Tower) so I won't be able to play around with them. This is my first return ever to Towerhobbies. I JUST finished reassembling the TT-01, and Pete if you use it you'll need to supply your own motor, a stock one- I am serious about the plastic shaft, it will bind with less than a 19 turn motor! I'll bring it for sure though.

[kartrun]

*Rubs eyes* Is that you Ca$h???? :eek: My goodness, the track is not going to know how to act when you show up :p Whats it been.....like a year?? I take it you are up for some mod action this weekend??? See you there! Brad

[teamhyperdrive]

hey pete, what are you talking about?I told you that me and my girl had to talk about it and besides its not sunday yet is it?anyways i know of two people talking about running offroad truck, but what about 1/12 scale?Or is everybody planning on running touring?kinda wanted to see where the field was so i dont end up bringing cars that will just sit on the table.

[baddtwodeebone]

Hey Hyper-D...did you get my message about the servos and Oval Car???

B-2

[JimmyMac]

I'll try and make it out there this Sunday. Depends on how tired I am from the Virginia trip. Any takers in Mod Touring? Hope to catch yall there...

Jimmy Mac

[baddtwodeebone]

Hey Wes....you won't believe it...I JUST finished working on my old DS-10...a blast from the past! I think there's just enough foam left on the tires to make it thru Sunday...so testing is outta the question. The RS-4 Pro is in great shape...it's ready to go...and the T-3 is now very clean, new shock oil...treads a little "thin" but I think it'll be OK as some numbnut doesn't get any ideas about watering the dirt track down...LOL! Once you get on day shift..yeah we could meet a M'Ville Park and do some electric practice on those new smooth parkin' lots. Well back too work...the Stampede is next...just put a 14-turn in it and I wanna see how it kicks...the Green Machine 3 just took way too much time to wind up...and way too little torque for a bigger truck..wish me luck...

Bad-2

[bmelton]

Pete- you still want Pace's car? I have it with me now if you want to meet up. I will be in China Grove off exit 68 Saturday night. Not but about 30 exits from T'ville. My number is 704-562-8895.

[astainback]

Kartrun,

I don't know you, but I love you man. hahaha kidding... kindof....

Thank you so much for putting so much time and money into the Durham track. I can't wait to get out there. I have been to Hobby Masters about 5 times (its an hour away from me) since I read that racing is back on, and I try to tell everyone I see up there and all the employees that it is on. I sent you a PM offering to help if you need it. I will not be able to get out there tomorrow because I have to fix up a tmaxx for my cousin so he can race. (it is in bad shape running-wise)
Again, thank you. I appreciate it, and I can't wait to race!!!!

Adrian

[baddtwodeebone]

Hey Adrian..glad you took the time to spread the word at Hobbymasters..Eric is a good guy and I know he'll tell all his regulars about Durham!!! Good job! I'm hoping for a big turnout Sunday...Brad has always been a cool dude and he deserves our support now. Cheer desrves kudos too...he's spent a lot of his limited personal time talking up this Sunday...

It oughta be a he** of a lot a fun...see you there!!

B-2

[cheerwhiner]

Hey I already put flyers up at Hobby Masters today!!!!!! I know several of my customers from Hungate's will be out there too. Some forgeiners at that!


I won't be able to sleep Sunday night!!

Hey what is the EARLIEST appropriate time to show up out there Sunday?

[cheerwhiner]

oops i meant sat. night, heck probably sunday afterwards either!

[baddtwodeebone]

Hey Cheer...I'm thinking like 10am to get a good pit stall...maybe earlier...

[baddtwodeebone]

Man...I don't know exactly what all I did to my T-3 tonite...but the thing was awful fast and just glided over the bumps by the lake here!! Maybe I'm onto something!!

[cheerwhiner]

well i will probably leave my house at 8:30 am

[kartrun]

Guys, 10-10:30am is cool with me. I'll be there around 10 to get set up. Just pray there is no r_ _ n on Sunday! I'm tickled to death you guys are so excited and supportive. I really think we might be able to bring back the style and atmosphere that we had in Chapel Hill. For those of you who didn't have the pleasure of running there, you missed a treat for sure. Jimmy, come on out if you can, there will be a mod class for sure. Heck, even if it is just you and Cash. :p Like old times, right? :) Anyways, if you can't make it I completely understand. I know how it is racing all day, driving all night and trying to get up and going the next day. I did it for many, many years in Karting. For anyone that wants to come out tomorrow, we'll get started right after lunch around 12:30 or so. I need the help so come on out if you can. Oh yeah, got a brand new T-3 for some lucky racer on Sunday. ;) Later! Brad

[tarheelquality]

Brad, Are we still meeting at the track toay around lunch? Have to help dad move a building this morning. Give me a call 452-6687.

[kartrun]

Tom, Yup, 12:30 today. I'll give ya a call

[nomac]

brad...not gonna make it today. family emergency. (this time on my side :( ) lots of relatives coming up from reaford,nc. but i have the F1 race set on DVR so i plan to leave the house in the 730 am range.

B...wish i could but there's always something coming up.....but i might have a shot at getting it before the fernando race. but if it's sold by then, then that's cool. hey, $$$'s money. :o

bAllen.....what chu talkin bout man!!! all it takes is 24 hours bruh. besides i really had a headache with the losi. may as well do it right and get what i want. even tho it was a sweet deal, i think i'll pass! because if i get it...i'll still be wishin i had something else. :p

[kartrun]

Pete, no problem, I completely understand. Tom, same to you buddy. Anyways, Went out there today and whacked weeds until I ran out of string. All it needs to be race ready is one more corner whacked. If someone can bring a weedeater tomorrow I would appreciate it. Man was it hot. Well, I plan on getting there tomorrow around 9-9:30. If some of you guys could make it out there as early as possible to help me out with some last minute details I would really appreciate it. Also, If you have an extension cord, bring it. I had trouble with the power to the shop today so I'm not sure whats going on. Well, looking forward to it! If for some reason it is raining, be sure to check here or on my site in the morning to make sure the race has not been called. Well, see you guys tomorrow!!! Brad

[teamhyperdrive]

thats cool petie ;) i see how it is.just messing with ya and you know who it goes when your girl has a lil money invested in something she wants to fuss.Bad bring those servos and ill bring the l3 batteries etc.Probably gonna run some touring and some offroad.Brad i need to know if you have any foam tires in stock (12th) and bodies.

[baddtwodeebone]

Hey Hyper...I'll make sure I brig the servos....probably gonna do the same as you...tested my T-3 today and it seems to be pretty well dialed in. Gonna do some on-road too...just not sure which car will feel the best until I get to the track...

See you in the AM...

Dave

[godzila]

Could someone give me directions to the track? I'll be coming down I-40 from Greensboro.

Thanks

[baddtwodeebone]

Hey Godzila..did any e-mail you directions yet??? If not send me your zip code and I'll get em for you...

Bad-2

[cheerwhiner]

I should be there around 9 am, going to bed now........ so excited, my first race!!!!

night yaw

[jtn]

Anyone planning on running Nitro Touring?

[baddtwodeebone]

I am JTN!!!

[baddtwodeebone]

Hey Cheer...in case you're still up...Good Luck to you tommorow!!!! I'll be looking out for ya... BTW I'll be the dude with the Blue Pontiac Aztek...

[astainback]

Ok, its early, and I am already up!!!

I can't wait for the racing to start. I didnt' expect to be there so early. I was thinking that the racing started around 1. Oh well, its cool.
Is there anything i need to bring that I might forget?? I thought of a cooler (its going to be pretty hot) and do i need a table?? I know they have pit stalls, but how mny do they have??

chairs?? food??

let me know!!!


thanks guys.
adrian

[baddtwodeebone]

Hey Adrian...

Food isn't usually an issue...if the rest of Wheels is open..it's a one-minute walk to the indoor restaurant...the food isn't 4-star...but I've had a lot, lot worse too. One of the pit areas is covered and has or had picnic tables, but I'm bringing a folding soccer chair too. Planning on being there about 10-10:30 just to mill around some before things get hectic.

Dave

[cheerwhiner]

ok i'm up just took a shower

checking the weather next

[baddtwodeebone]

How's the weather lookin' cheer...I'm hoppin' in the shower!

[baddtwodeebone]

Hey...don't forget sunscreen!!!!!!!!!

[kartrun]

The weathers here, wish you guys were beautiful :p The race is on my friends, lets get it on! Oh yeah, bring an extension cord if you have one, you might need it. Brad

[astainback]

Sweet. Got the minit battery finishing up now. Had to clean my rc bodies (and mine.... i took a shower at like 6:30)

I have been in Rc for a while but I feel like a newbie. I can't wait to get some pointers!! (maybe I can help others too)

I have an hour drive to get there. I am probably going to get there around 11ish.. mayber 11:30.

See you there.
Adrian

[astainback]

I forgot to ask... how much is it to race??? I think i remember reading 5 bucks, but I am not sure.

thanks
adrian

[tarheelquality]

Looked like it was going to be a good turn out, I had to leave about 11:00 and there was already a bunch of people with both on and off road cars, nitro and electric. Hope everyone had fun.

[cheerwhiner]

well i'm home

glad i went out today. I might have pics up tonight you all. Anyway, I really need to figure out what is going on with my shocks- Tamiya TRFs might be on the car next time. I will have a ball diff then.

That TT-01 could be running modified touring too= just to do it!!

Glad I met everyone, and if you ever want to chat with me at Hungate's just come in Wed, Thur, Fri after 5pm when I always work (i work more than that)

[kartrun]

Guys, I first want to extend my gratitude to you all for the passion you all have for the Track and this wonderful sport we call "R/C". Without guys like you our sport would not exist at all. It was wonderful to see that turn-out we had today. From what I hear it was larger than what they had at Rosewood in Goldsboro yesterday (Thanks for letting me know that Mark, it meant a ton to me). You guys don't know what that means to me. Each one of you took your own time out of your day to come out and support a track that just a year ago was one of the best our state has ever known. Please understand that I will do my best to bring competitive racing and FUN back to our area. Like I said in the drivers meeting, I will not let racing die in this area if I can help it. I did this for all of you and it will continue as long as you let it. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for your support. I appologize for any delays and the lap counting situation today. As we grow so will our lap counting software, that I promise. For now, lets just go out there and have a blast together. After all, thats exactly what this sport is all about. Till the 25th, Brad

[astainback]

Thanks Kartrun. I had fun today even though I didn't have anyone to compete with.
(All the wimps ran at the sight of the xxx-nt!!!)
hahahaha

Anyone on here with off-road vehicles... please race them, bring them, or bring them and let someone else race them. the offroad track is plenty big for us to race on and has potential!!!

Brad, again, thanks. I did ask around to see if anyone was on the forum. For those that weren't, I told them about it. Hopefully we can help get the info out to the racers faster and get more interest. WE NEED MORE RACERS!!

For all you nitro touring guys... give me a little while, I will have a NTC3 soon!!!

thanks
adrian

[cheerwhiner]

guys i plan on dedicating my webspace for a site for this track with pictures i take


Oh and ONE of my customers was out today, the guy with the T-Maxx. So at least my work isn't a complete waste :D

[cheerwhiner]

I know I mentioned this to a few people today.


I have decided to sell my HPI Savage 25- and take the money into racing electric. I was going to do this originaly before Durham closed down. NOw its back, and after today I'm hungry!

[axrayed1]

Hay guys it was nice to see people at the track. I thank everybody was having fun until the ran came. Just wish I had brought out a car to run but thats O.K. I'll be there in two weeks with car in hand.
mark

[mshap33]

had a really great time at durham. it was great to put a face with all the different names on the computer/ thanks to brad on bringing durham back to race nad lets all thank pete because he got it started by pushing the envelope . i want to thank mark for helping to get my car running it was the best it has ever been. will see you all in two weeks. marvin

[godzila]

:D I had a great time today! I'm going to try and get some more people to come run the 25th. The only suggestion I would have is maybe move the start time up to 1:00 pm or earlier for the people that have to travel some distance to get there. :)

[godzila]

Another thing you guys might want to try posting some info on the track reopening on www.teamtrinity.com under tech talk, and also www.sgrid.com. I know alot of racers check there for info. Another good source for info and free promotion of the track is to get in contact with moderator of www.ncorra.com. He does a great job of promoting races and the tracks in North and South Carolina.

[Voodooboy52]

Adrian, I'm going to be going out for 1\10 truck with my GT. Things are looking iffy for the 25th now. I dont think I told you guys, long story short, I got T-boned and the car is totaled. Were down to one car, so I dunno if I can make it :(. We'll see as the date gets closer. I'm glad to see everyone had a good time, I spent my day sitting in the car for 14 hours.

[JimmyMac]

Sounds like yall had fun. Sorry I couldn't make it out. Woke up around 2pm today, so there would have been no way I could have made it out in time. Anyways, what classes were run today?

You can also post up on www.rctech.net and www.hobbytalk.com . That's where I promote alot of races for Rosewood.

Well keep up the good work Brad. Sounds like you are getting things back together. I'll catch yall on August 8th. I have the Tamiya TCS race up in Maryland on the 25th. So have fun!

JMac

[teamhyperdrive]

Hey Cheer, there is one more thing you need to put on your order list......FOAMS :D .

[kartrun]

Guys, I have great news! Mark Painter (can't miss him, he's the guy that will be driving the X-ray and serpent 710 at our next event) was able to get in touch with Don today and at our very next race there will be an AMB lap counting system!!! Don is going to come out and hook everything up for us at the event. So, with that being said, everyone give a big thank you to Mark and remember to bring your transponders at the next event. If you don't have one I'll try to get one for you through Don if he still has any. If not, we'll get something worked out. So , anyways, I'm pretty pumped. Well, thanks again guys for the support, I feel great things will come from us getting together. Oh yeah, Cheer, great idea about your site. I could do it but if you want to go for it, do it! Another thing, we are known as "Triangle R/C" from now on (Our group). Brad

[cheerwhiner]

I guess my Triangle R/C Racing stuck then. Yeah I mean I do have some free time to piddle on a website, so I might as well! I obviously don't have a transponder yet either.

[cheerwhiner]

Here is what that TT-01 will look like next time

http://www.radiocontrolzone.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=45723&stc=1

I might run it in the mod class (of course I would need foams to do that!)

[jtn]

Good job Mark! I will let you know about Richmond on Sunday.
Justin and I had some fun running in our own heat yesterday. He was a lot better in the technical sections than I was!!
Look forward to coming back on the 25th. - John - Justin.

[cheerwhiner]

Here are some pics. If anybody wants higher resolution ones, let me know and I can email- originals are 2.2megapixel so they print decently. There are more pictures too.


http://www.brentroad.com/photos/00295478.jpg

http://www.brentroad.com/photos/00295479.jpg

http://www.brentroad.com/photos/00295480.jpg

http://www.brentroad.com/photos/00295481.jpg

http://www.brentroad.com/photos/00295482.jpg

[cheerwhiner]

man i just listed the savage on the For sale section, and getting ready to take it down to Apex today

(no second thoughts................................!)

Hey btw did the last couple of mains run at all or did the rain stop them? :confused:

[bmelton]

Wow, good turnout it seems for the first day.

Marvin- Car pool on the 25th?

Brad- You guys running foams or rubbers. Looks like enough came out, and will come out in two weeks for "classes" with certain rules, whether they be ROAR or made up, doesn't matter to me as long as we know what. I expected some people to come back out, but I didn't think it would be this soon really.

Jimmy- I will work on Beasley for the 25th, wanna run some mod TC.

[cheerwhiner]

well the savage is gone,but not too far if I have second thoughts about selling it! Its down at Apex R/C hobbies if anyone is interested in looking at it.

If it doesn't sell by the 24th I will have it out there on the 25th too.

See y'all then (well maybe before- I might go out this Saturday before work if the weather is good! I think I fixed my shocks using CA because I really cannot afford the TRF shocks until the savage is sold. once that thing is sold look out for the mad hop ups on my tamiyas!!!!!!!!!!)

[JimmyMac]

I can't Brandon. Not til the August 8th race. I have the Tamiya TCS race up in Maryland on the 25th. Racing the TRF415 and F201. Ron's goin to racing his F201. But I'm definately up for Mod on the 8th. I would like to know the rules too for Touring. Foams or Rubber. 10turn limit or non? Any body? Or sedans only?

Jimmy Mac

[axrayed1]

Jimmy and Brandon looks like the mod class is going to be open any turn motor and what ever tire you want to run. I thank it's going to be like chapel hill come and have fun racing with very few rules. I hope it stays that way.
I'm not sure about the body.

[nomac]

had fun yesterday fellas! you all made The R/C Speedway what it was....a sucsses! (spelling) i know the word had gotten out, but i had no idea there would be so many folks out there. there were even some people from my old home track!!!

bAllen...i think that car has it's rightfull owner! GOOD JOB MAN!!
brad...well, i think you already know what i'm about to say so i'll skip that part. :p P.S> how much for three MVP's? thanks a million. (ooops i let one slip out.)

B...just bring it! the rules are already understood.....come out, have fun, race hard, (can be switched if necessary), leave happy! that's it!

bad...thanks for the loan on the car. you were a real sport!! esspecially after letting me drive it in the rain. we can get together sometime and work on that loose problem. had i not been on the dirt earlier...i may not have had a prayer at driving it.

cash... a real pleasure racing & sliding with you cuzin! (stitch accent) i tried to get out of your way but the rear end of my car was just floating. so i had no way of moving over. . to those who don't know chris cash, (to my knowledge) he is the winningest mod racer in the history of the durham/chapelhill raceway archives. he's a top competitor and a heck of a nice guy. and i wouldn't cringe to call him a class act eigther!

cheer....hate you had shock problems man! maybe i should've just passed you my spares. i tried to run the TT, but the drive shaft nearly flew out of the car! it looked like some kids turning a jump-rope :eek: . but hey...we'll get 'em!!!

church & friend....glad to see you guys again. it's always a pleasure to have you all at the track! and thanks for the info.

regg - marvin....hope y'all didn't make the trip for nothin. it' just wouldn't be the same without you!! oh, and reggie....GO GET THOSE FOAM TIRES!!!! AND SOME BLANG-BLANG!!! marvin...i wish i could take SOME credit but i can't. i just love the sport so just want you all to enjoy the fruits of YOUR labor! you all made this thing possible! and without the support of fellow racers like yourself, then durham would be a REAL DUSTBOWL. lol just do me this small favor: pass the word. get as many people informed as you can! Durham's back baby!!! and you can best believe TEAM YO MAMA's gonna be all up in tha' mix.

jtn...remember this??? "hey dude we're still racin." i'm sorry about jumping you guy's heat like that. i truly thought y'all were practicing. LOL

sry my post was so long...i just had a lot to say. (and i'm probably not finished.lol)

mojo (see :p )....c'mon an bring it to The Wheels! YO MAMA's got a POWERPUFF switch just for YOO, and she's planning on sp*nkin' that ole monkey! LMBO

[nomac]

this goes out to the racer with the mission. can you please PM with more info on the mission. i told my buddy about it. but all i could realy mention was the one-way ,the a-arm, and the price. that's not the one that has the alloy motor mount?

[kartrun]

Yeah, Like Mark said, For mod its open rules as far as motor and tires. Stock touring is pretty much a ROAR approved stock motor with whatever tires you want to run. Novice touring is anything goes but you as a driver can only qualify for that class if you are new to the racing scene. Here's the downlow on who won yesterday: (Because of the rain out after the stock main, I score you as you qualified)

Mod touring: 1st Chris Cash


Stock Touring: 1st Brad Allen


Pro Nitro Touring: 1st Steve Church

See you guys on the 25th! Brad

[teamhyperdrive]

Pete, thanks man.Tell regg im gonna pick up some more foams and if he wants i'll get him some ;) .As far as the bling.....well hes on his own for that.Yeah i'm glad to see Durham is back.Missed that place and the people.Cheer get that shock fixed and come trade some more paint with us :cool: .Bad2dabone (i know thats not how your s/n is but it looks cool), thank you again for the servos and i'll make it up to you next weekend.OK now as far as next weekend, Mr Cash.....get that xxt ready cuz i wanna see what the t4 can do offroad.Cheer you said you had more pics?

[Mr. Cash]

Had lots of fun racin' yesterday. The best part was just being around the people that I have not seen in a while. No mad pressure, just good ole' racin'. Pete, it was cool reliving the past, talkin' with ya' about the old days at King, Big Kids, Atlantic Coast and Coopers. Also good to see Mark P. I cannot wait to race with him again while breathing nitro methane and arcing brushes. Might miss the next one but I'll try not to miss too many. Later.

[cheerwhiner]

describe your car to me and i can get ya more. also i am creating a website for the track where all the pics will be put up. I think I am going to use ca on the shocks for next time, need to hold off on the spending until the savage or some of my other stuff sells.

[baddtwodeebone]

Cheer! Great Pix dude!!! Let me know when you get your parts installed...we can do some practice at M'Ville Park.

Pete! Let's try to hook up some weeknite next week. You can fool around all you want with the TC-3. I'm on a mission that RS-4 Pro is gonna run...or I swear I'll douse it with nitro and use it as a bonfire :-) !

Off to work!!

Bad2

[cheerwhiner]

Hey I need to make updated flyers. Brad, if you could list ALL the classes that we want to run, I'll put them on there. I want to get them out on Thursday, that is usually when I go to Apex R/C (and to work) anyway. I'll make sure HMs gets them too.

[cheerwhiner]

well the springs i ordered that were the wrong size i will keep.

why you ask? Because they are for the better shocks I will eventually get. So actually I am glad I got them since my PLASTIC SHOCKS ARE A PIECE OF CRAP AS YOU ALL SAW!! So now I don't feel like an idiot and can still say I have never had to return anything I bought online! Pheeew

OK I will get the start of the website up today. It will be at www4.ncsu.edu/~temckean

[Voodooboy52]

Cheer, any pics of the offroad track?

Victor

[cheerwhiner]

ok site is now up and workingwww4.ncsu.edu/~temckean/index.htm (http://www4.ncsu.edu/~temckean/index.htm)

no pics of the dirt track sorry no racing was actually held on it!

guys send me content for the site!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!

Hey is Chris Cash the guy who had on the white wifebeater or the guy with the scraggy beard?

[nomac]

the wifebeater. i know the dirt track needs a little "love" but work with us guys...we'll bring it around.

thanks for the invite bad.

i just hope i didn't leave anyone out from my other posts. if i did, i'm sry. can't wait to do it again! :)

[cheerwhiner]

hey nomac i got the one way finally.... installed it just to see, and man its a big change. I still don't have a ball diff in the rear, should get that on thursday, but I will probably leave the one way in for practice maybe this Saturday.................... ball diff rear, one way front or gear diff up front.

[cheerwhiner]

Pete you got to read this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mika Hakkinen Considering a Comeback?
Written by: RACER staff
London, England – 7/13/2004

Mika Hakkinen went out of F1 a star in 2001. Will he soon be back? (LAT photo)

Mika Hakkinen, the taciturn Finn who was the last man able to beat Michael Schumacher to the Formula 1 World Championship, reportedly is considering ending his retirement. The significant inducement of a major-money offer from Williams is said to have added to Hakkinen’s interest in resuming his career.

The Williams-BMW team, of course, is desperate for a star driver as it braces for the loss of both its current drivers Juan Pablo Montoya and Ralf Schumacher. Meanwhile, Hakkinen, who said when he walked away from McLaren at the end of 2001 that he was not necessarily retiring for good, recently met with his former boss Ron Dennis, who has first call on his services should he elect to return to F1. The Finn turns 36 on Sept. 28, but reportedly has been training hard to return to racing fitness….

"I met him and had a long chat,” confirmed Dennis, who added, “not only do I not know, but he doesn't know either," when asked whether the 1998 and ’99 World Champion was really considering a return.

Dennis, emphasized that there is nothing standing in his way if he does want to make a comeback. McLaren, of course, already has Kimi Raikkonen and Juan Pablo Montoya under contract for 2005.

“I stress that no company, no individual, nobody, is impeding whatever Mika decides to do," Dennis said. "We discussed everything and both the discussion and the timing of any decision he might make is purely his. He sought an opinion, I gave it, as a friend, and he went back to Finland to consider it."

Hakkinen’s former McLaren teammate David Coulthard added fuel to the rumor, telling Britain’s Evening Standard, 'I think there's been a few things happening ... and he [Hakkinen] wants to [come back]. Whether it's realistic or not, who knows.''

[kartrun]

cheer, Site looks great buddy! Not bad at all. Do me a favor, could you change Team Mind Blown to "Team Mindblown" please. This is how we spell it. Yeah, Chris was wearing the wifebeater and had the red,black and white body with Mindblown on the spoiler. Thanks! Brad

[cheerwhiner]

sure but it will have to wait ti' morning

also if there is anything else, please let me know as soon as you can! no biggie to update text, just other stuff.................

[baddtwodeebone]

Cheer, Pete: Good news! I got the rs-4 pro back on its shoes again tonite. It was a radio interference issue with the receiver not being insulated enough from the carbon fiber chassis. Talk about a wierd...but hey...it got the solution off the I-net and ran thru a 3300 pack with no problems! There is a god!

Pete...help me out here bud...whatta you suggest fo