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Superkarts! USA and the Rock Island Grand Prix have announced that the 2009 King of the Streets race will feature the Formula S3 Stock Moto class.At its inception, and during the glory days of the SKUSA Pro Moto Tour, the moto class featured the top drivers competing for the King of the Streets crown – the most coveted title in shifter kart racing. More recently it featured top Intercontinental C drivers. Now, beginning with the September 5-6, 2009 event, the King of the Streets ...
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Organizers of the Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest karting street race, have announced significant changes to the class lineup at this year’s event, September 5-6, 2009. Presenting sponsors of the event are AT&T and Mazda. Other major sponsors include Kart Expo International and Jumer’s Casino & Hotel, Rock Island.This year’s ninth running of the Superkarts! USA King of the Streets race will feature the Spec Honda power plant and follow SKUSA rules. Touch and Go (TAG) ...
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Rock Island Grand Prix Announces 2009 Class Structure
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Organizers of the Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest karting street race, have announced significant changes to the class lineup at this year’s event, September 5-6, 2009. Presenting sponsors of the event are AT&T and Mazda. Other major sponsors include Kart Expo International and Jumer’s Casino & Hotel, Rock Island.
This year’s ninth running of the Superkarts! USA King of the Streets race will feature the Spec Honda power plant and follow SKUSA rules. Touch and Go (TAG) class offerings have also been expanded and there will be no junior class in 2009.
“The decision to switch to stock moto (also termed Spec Honda) was made jointly by the Rock Island Grand Prix and Superkarts! USA. We believe that the change will rejuvenate the King of the Streets event which has historically been one of the most coveted titles in karting,” said Roger Ruthhart, president of the Rock Island Grand Prix. “We will still offer a venue to race ICC and tuned motos, which have been the engines that powered the King of the Streets race in the past. But we believe at this point in time that the new Spec Honda format will provide bigger fields with closer and more exciting racing for the thousands of spectators that come to the Rock Island Grand Prix.”
King of the Streets will run at a weight of 395 pounds in an effort to attract both lighter and heavier drivers to the race, Ruthhart said. If registrations exceed 40 entries, the class could be divided and weights adjusted. This year’s winner will receive a $2,000 check, entries to the Superkarts! USA SuperNationals and the Florida Winter Tour January 2010 opening round, and a special Kart Raiser Electric Kart (transportation model with tray valued at approximately $850) supplied by Michael Polizzi and Full Bore Karting LLC, as well as the coveted “Rock” trophy. The race is sponsored by Bob Bondurant Superkart School, Phoenix, Arizona.
New additions this year include the introduction of Rotax and Rotax Masters running under the Rotax Max Challenge rules. Current plans call for the classes to run together but be scored separately and with a divided purse based on entries. However, good support from Rotax competitors could result in splitting the two classes.
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http://ekartingnews.com/images/content/12603.jpg The Rock Island Grand Prix King of the Streets will now feature the Stock Moto engine package
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“We are excited about the addition of the Rotax. We hope this quickly becomes one of the premier one-off Rotax events in the world. The Rock Island Grand Prix was one of the early supporters of the Rotax program and we are excited to be a part of the 10th anniversary celebration in 2009,” said Ruthhart. “The early September timing of our race offers a great alternative for those who can’t commit to the time or cost necessary to compete in the Rotax Max U. S. Challenge Finals.”
Intercontinental C and tuned motos will run together in one class under Superkarts! USA S1 rules. This is another class that could be split if early registrations warrant it.
“Philosophically, we would rather not see these classes combined. But the economic realities dictate that we cannot pay out our generous purse to small fields, so we have decided to combine classes where feasible,” said Ruthhart. “At the same time, we are giving competitors a chance to demonstrate their support. If registrations warrant, and financial considerations allow, we will consider changes later in the year.”
Also new this year will be a Parilla Leopard class run under TAG USA rules. New and old versions of the Leopard motor will be legal, both in this class and TAG Senior and TAG Masters. Other classes returning include two 4-cycle Animal classes, two 2-cycle Sportsman classes, TAG Senior and Masters, 125 Masters, and Yamaha/HPV Pipe Heavy (with some weight adjustments for 2009).
The decision to drop the junior class from the Rock Island Grand Prix lineup was based on red-flag accidents in that race the past three years. “After two consecutive years of red flags, this class was under careful scrutiny in 2008. What happened? We had two wrecks and another red flag on the first lap,” said Ruthhart. “We do not want Juniors injured at our race. The decision will be revisited in 2010.”
The addition of Rotax- and Leopard-only classes reflects the growing popularity and availability of those European-made motors. At Rock Island, the Rotax Max series’ Mojo tire will also be allowed as an option in the TAG classes, making it easier for drivers to compete in both. The Leopard-only class will also run TAG USA approved tires and compounds, making those classes compatible as well. Weight adjustments in the 2-Cycle Pipe Heavy class for 2009 find HPV-3 at 350 pounds, Yamahas running at 355 pounds and HPV-4 at 360 pounds. A rolling start will be used.
2009 Rock Island Grand Prix Class Structure
Spec Honda - King of Streets (SKUSA S3 rules at 395 lbs.)
ICC & tuned moto (SKUSA- S1 rules)
125 Masters (SKUSA S1 Rules - ICC & tuned moto.)
Animal Medium - Rumble at the Rock
Animal Heavy
2-cycle Sportsman Medium (4 hole can)
2-cycle Sportsman Heavy (4 hole can)
Yamaha/HPV Pipe Heavy
TAG Senior (TAG USA rules)
TAG Masters (TAG USA rules)
Rotax Senior & Masters (Rotax Max Challenge rules)
Leopard Only (TAG USA rules)
The Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest karting street race, has drawn top drivers from 34 states as well as Canada, Bermuda, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, France, Italy, Costa Rica, the Philippines and England. The Rock Island Grand Prix is a registered trademark. For more information on the Rock Island Grand Prix, visit our web site at http://www.rockislandgrandprix.com (http://www.rockislandgrandprix.com/)
Leopard and Rotax have their own class this year!
rystar
06-11-2009, 03:04 PM
Who's attending? Get pre registered- looks like pre entries are way down from last year and event will be cancelled if entries arent up by mid July.
http://www.rockislandgrandprix.com/
Jeff Salak
06-11-2009, 07:46 PM
Sorry didnt see Ryans thread!!! This is in ekarting news.
http://ekartingnews.com/viewtopic.php?t=83411
rystar
06-11-2009, 08:02 PM
Jeff, U gonna race? I pre entered for Tag Masters
The following statement was released by the organizing committee of the Rock Island Grand Prix following its meeting on June 9The Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest karting street race now celebrating its 15th season, is one of the most revered events in racing. It is produced each year by a not-for-profit organization. We are not a profit machine. Each year we plan to break even financially in an effort to keep costs to the racers as low as possible. Our goals are to ...
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Jeff Salak
06-11-2009, 10:56 PM
Not sure Ryan, you can run Masters there? Awesome, would be fun to go race there.
The week before is a CES race at Grattan or road race in Utah. I really want to go to Utah and race the US Road Race Championship. Work and time off wont be easy to come by. Plus a whole lot of MONEY to do both!
Bernie Adamson (who runs race)will pick my kart up and bring back for me, if I want to go to Utah. Johnny West will bring my kart out too. He wants $750 to do so. Hopefully Bernie comes in at a good price.
Jeff
The following statement was released by the organizing committee of the Rock Island Grand Prix following its meeting on 9 June:
The Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest karting street race now celebrating its 15th season, is one of the most revered events in racing. It is produced each year by a not-for-profit organization. We are not a profit machine. Each year we plan to break even financially in an effort to keep costs to the racers as low as possible. Our goals are to produce high-quality racing and entertainment for competitors and bring people to downtown Rock Island, Illinois.
The country’s recent financial situation, however, has now put the future of the event in question. Unexpected losses in 2008 (caused by the economy, high fuel prices and the loss of competitors and sponsors that resulted) ate up much of the event’s reserves. The 2008 event saw the lowest turnout of racers in its history.
The 2009 budget was based on a further loss of sponsor support, some cuts in expenses and some minor increases in fees to racers. In the past, the event was able to rely on substantial sponsorship and small fluctuations in entries were not a concern. Some of those sponsors have been lost over the past 2 years and we have not been able to replace them due to the economy. This has left us much more dependent on competitor fees.
Historically, entries at the RIGP have ranged between 380 and 410. Last year entries dropped to 250 – the lowest in event history. The 2009 budget is based on attaining the same level of entries as in 2008. The business plan for the event does not allow for holding an event with less than 250 entries.
So far entries for 2009 are running at roughly HALF the number that were registered at this time last year. The organizing committee of the RIGP has determined that if there are not at least 150 entries in hand by its next meeting on July 14, it will consider suspending the event for 2009 with no assurance that it will resume in the future. Even at 150 entries, the race may not be held if there is a belief that it will not attain an ultimate entry level of 250.
Should the organization ultimately decide to suspend the race in 2009, sufficient resources exist to pay for expenses which have already been contracted as well as return sponsor and competitor fees. No one will be out money. Entries received between now and mid-July will not be processed until a decision has been made to move forward.
The Organizing Committee of the Rock Island Grand Prix is under the assumption that entries will pick up and the race will be held. We are moving forward based on that belief. But it is the feeling of the committee that if revenue projections cannot be met, it is better to suspend the event early before many competitors have finalized their plans, rather than at the last minute. The losses that would be sustained by meeting existing commitments would be far less devastating than going through with an event of this magnitude without adequate revenue.
Efforts have been made to encourage participation through contacts with many teams, importers, tracks and kart shops. To date those efforts have generated little participation. We also thank our friends at Ekartingnews.com, Ekartingnews.ca, Vroom.it, and National Kart News for their efforts to enhance our exposure in a tough year.
We understand that some racers must wait until the last minute to make decisions about whether or not they will race. We encourage those who can, to register soon so we can gauge the level of support we can expect. If you cannot commit at this time, but are planning to come, please let us know by email. That count is important too as we try to assess whether we can reach the ultimate goal of 250 entries.
It is our hope that by stating this position early, the karting community will have time to respond so that we know where we stand when we make the decision. We hope that the support will be significant enough to allow the event to continue for 2009, rather than forcing Rock Island to join other legendary street races like Elkhart and Quincy which now exist only in history books.
In addition to entries, sponsorships are still available ranging from $350 on up.
Racers can enter online with a credit card at www.rockislandgrandprix.com or print out the Entry Packet from the Web site and submit it by mail with a check or credit card number. You can also call our office and we will mail the Entry Packet to you.
If the Rock Island Grand Prix is the one race you look forward to, or a race you always wanted to run, you might make this the year. Otherwise the future is uncertain.
The economy has hit karting pretty hard.
I just signed up as well. TAG Senior, TAG Senior Leopard, and TAG Masters. Hurry up and sign up guys so this event doesn't get cancelled!
LikeStig
06-14-2009, 09:39 PM
Rick, how slow would I be in comparison to the guys in HPV-4? You've seen me run a bit, but I dont want to get in over my head. But I also dont want to never be able to run this race...
I won't lie to you; It is, in my opinion, one of the more dangerous types of races/circuit you can do. That is due to the combination of lack of run off, higher speeds and blind corners. With that said, I think you should be fine as long as you understand and adapt to the difference of the type of race it is.
On the other hand, it is as close as you can get to feeling what it would feel like to race at Monaco with out actually going to Monaco or Isle of Mann. It's one of the most exciting races I've ever done in my life and the competition is pretty stiff. Personally, I would recommend you pay the entry fee just to get practice time on the track. That in itself is worth every penny of the entry fee. You will never forget it.
LikeStig
06-15-2009, 10:40 PM
I know its a dangerous race...
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=19510223
I doubt my dads going to let me.
Jeff Salak
06-16-2009, 10:12 PM
Im not going to Utah and will race Rock Island.
Rick, are you going to have Les or Andy with you down there? What Im getting at if your not I would like to pit with you and Ryan. Lets figure it out for pit space, how many we would need all that stuff. Even if your with Les or Andy i would like to pit next to you guys. I can bring one kart with me. Thats all the room I have in my trailer.
So Ryan and Rick let me know what your thinking. I think I will just sign up for Masters.
Jeff
Jeff,
That's cool that you will be going. What class will you be running in?
I'm going with JET Karting again this year. Les is hauling my stuff and tuning for me that weekend. You can also ask him to tow your stuff up and not get tuning advice/services if you want. JET gets the best pit spot. It's right there by the scales. All you have to do is walk like 15 feet. I'd call and talk to Les or Andy about it. It might be cheaper if you and Ryan go in on it together.
Don't forget to make reservations at the Holiday Inn. They might be sold out by now though. The Radisson is good as well. But it is not as convienent.
Rick
rystar
06-17-2009, 09:53 PM
Jeff, I am not sure how I am getting there yet. The Holiday Inn is sold out. I tried to get another room and there was nothing available. We will talk soon about logistics.
Jeff Salak
06-17-2009, 10:43 PM
Ryan, I dont care where I sleep. If I have to drive 10-15 minutes for a hotel then thats what I will have to do. I think I will just purchase a pit space. Was kind of hoping we could at least pit around each other. Are you going to fork out the money for support with Andy and Les? If so, I guess you wont need to worry about getting your kart down there or a pit spot.
Rick, with not having a Birel. Not sure Andy or less would want to take my kart or pit with a Biesse kart.
I will be racing Masters. I would get my ass handed to me in Senior. Most likely in Masters too. Just want to try and see how I can do.
Italian Kart with a Leopard should be mine soon. Although I would still get killed in Leopard only class, I might sign up for that too. But I will worry about that later when kart is in my hands.
Jeff
RIGP is very fast paced. You only get 5 minutes of practice per session. You should also bring lots of spares; Especially if your particular brand of chassis is not well supported (eg no vendors or factory teams present). You should definitely bring extra tierods and maybe even an axle.
JET Karting - Andy Finke
06-25-2009, 10:25 AM
http://www.ekartingnews.com/news_info.php?n=12752&sid=bfede2198288bcd125c46a2540318ce2
Looks like only 87 entries as of June 24. We need 150 by July 14.
This would be a shame to lose.
Andy
The 2009 edition of the Rock Island Grand Prix is slowly gaining steam as the event nears. The historic street race through the Mississippi River city has revised its program for the upcoming September 5-6 event to offer the best opportunity for many karters to take part in the 15th annual event, including the prestigious King of the Streets headline event. As it was announced on June 11 in a released statement (LINK), the Rock Island Grand Prix is looking to continue the success of ...
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Jeff Stamper
06-25-2009, 04:51 PM
Well to be honest, its awful expensive for a street race ! I dont think I am going to try it. I had a lot of fun years ago with street races, but have no interest anymore.
Jeff, $100 for 2 days of racing on a closed city circuit is a pretty good price relative to tires ($200), hotel ($200+), fuel ($50), chain lube ($3), food ($100+), beer ($50+), scotch ($50), fuel for tow vehicle ($30+), and opportunity cost (???). I'm not sure what kind of deal you are looking for, but that is (in my opinion of course) a freak'n deal.
I would gladly run this year if they hadn't taken out the junior classes. And it pisses me off seeing as im 15 and at the weight limit for HPV Senior:shooting_smilie2:. All id need is a pipe and a new carb.
Jeff Stamper
06-26-2009, 05:16 AM
So what your saying is that $750 is a good deal for 2 days of tearing up equipment and getting drunk at night ! Wow I guess I overlooked that ! :shakehead: My biggest problem is that I have to go into work on Sunday night. Makes for a long tough ride and no sleep for work !
JET Karting - Andy Finke
07-15-2009, 12:37 PM
It's a go, and junior classes are back.
Fire up a yamaha Matt, you can run the Rock!
http://www.ekartingnews.com/news_info.php?n=12871&sid=e5e23d36c1ac609a3e5c4e69fd518ac6
The following is a statement released by the Rock Island Grand Prix committee regarding the future of the event in 2009High-speed racing excitement will return to the streets of Rock Island, Ill. for the 15th year this Labor Day Weekend, but organizers have announced some changes in the previously-announced program. At a meeting Tuesday, the organizing committee of the Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest karting street race, considered a wide range of options to try and ...
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I would love to Andy but it breaks my heart to say that i run an HPV. No junior classes for us by any chace is there?
The Rock Island Grand Prix - recognized as the world’s largest street race - will be celebrating its 15th anniversary when Labor Day 2009 weekend rolls around this September. From the previous 14 events - beginning with a cold, rainy inaugural race in 1994 and rolling through to last year’s bright, sunny and historic weekend – we have assembled a number of memories that drivers, crew members, and spectators will remember for a lifetime. To help commemorate the 15th running of ...
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The Rock Island Grand Prix - recognized as the world’s largest street race - will be celebrating its 15th anniversary when Labor Day 2009 weekend rolls around this September. From the previous 14 events - beginning with a cold, rainy inaugural race in 1994 and rolling through to last year’s bright, sunny and historic weekend – we have assembled a number of memories that drivers, crew members, and spectators will remember for a lifetime. To help commemorate the 15th running of ...
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The Rock Island Grand Prix - recognized as the world’s largest street race - will be celebrating its 15th anniversary when Labor Day 2009 weekend rolls around this September. From the previous 14 events - beginning with a cold, rainy inaugural race in 1994 and rolling through to last year’s bright, sunny and historic weekend – we have assembled a number of memories that drivers, crew members, and spectators will remember for a lifetime. To help commemorate the 15th running ...
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rystar
08-05-2009, 10:55 PM
Allright Boys,
So whos gonna race this thing. I pre registered 2 months ago thanks to Rick, Roberto and Paul talking about last years event. How much fun they had, how crazy it was, and last but not least, what a high calibur event this is. Cant wait. 1 month away!! Sign up!!
Note: I merged a bunch of related threads into this one larger thread.
I'm in for 3 classes! :thumbsup:
rystar
08-26-2009, 09:03 PM
Late Entry Penalty Waived
The Rock Island Grand Prix organizing committee announced today (Aug. 26) that the $100 race weekend penalty for late entries will be waived for 2009.
The entry fees that went into affect Friday, August 14, will be honored on race weekend. Drivers who wait until race weekend to enter, or who wish to add a class, will not be assessed the normal $100 penalty.
Drivers can enter online at www.rockislandgrandprix.com (http://www.rockislandgrandprix.com)
Jeff Salak
08-26-2009, 09:45 PM
Ryan, Im signing up tomorrow. Need to ask a few questions first and will be calling those in charge.
You signed up for Masters only?
Wish I could run 2 classes.
Jeff
Jeff Salak
08-26-2009, 09:57 PM
Whats gearing for a Leopard there? I can adjust from there with Sonik. Most the time 2 or 3 teeth off from Leopard.
rystar
08-26-2009, 10:46 PM
Ryan, Im signing up tomorrow. Need to ask a few questions first and will be calling those in charge.
You signed up for Masters only?
Wish I could run 2 classes.
Jeff
As of now, Masters only. Now, I am thinking of racing HPV as well or Leopard only. Just thinking..... all that way to run 1 class:whistle:.
rystar
08-26-2009, 10:47 PM
Whats gearing for a Leopard there? I can adjust from there with Sonik. Most the time 2 or 3 teeth off from Leopard.
For masters I was told 11-73 to 11-75.
Jeff Salak
08-26-2009, 10:54 PM
Ryan, I can get a huge trailer. A 20' x 8' wide. Has all the tie-down spots. Can haul 6 karts if I wanted too. If you want me to take your stuff it would be no problem. Its completely empty right now!
Thats a fast track!
Jeff
rystar
08-26-2009, 11:02 PM
Ryan, I can get a huge trailer. A 20' x 8' wide. Has all the tie-down spots. Can haul 6 karts if I wanted too. If you want me to take your stuff it would be no problem. Its completely empty right now!
Thats a fast track!
Jeff
Thats a hugh trailer, what u towing it with? Should know tomorrow for sure.
U workin Fri?
Yeah, cant wait!!!!
Jeff Salak
08-27-2009, 08:04 AM
Ryan, I would tow it with a work truck. Talked to the boss. Not a problem. He uses it for towing his Harleys around.
Im rained out today, maybe Friday too. Rather be working making money!!!:)
Jeff
Seems like there is a chance of rain! :bugeye:
http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/USIL1011?from=36hr_topnav_undeclared
Who's going to race, tune or spectate?!
LikeStig
09-05-2009, 10:20 AM
Good luck to everyone this weekend. I hopefully will be coming today to watch practice and quali. Then its New Castle tomorrow.
LikeStig
09-07-2009, 02:20 PM
Here's some pictures from Saturday. Sorry Ryan, I dont have one of you. I dont even remember seeing your kart. Were you running your Birel? :confused:
http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb312/kyleprokup/3447cropped.jpg
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Jeff Salak
09-07-2009, 06:36 PM
What a weekend of racing!!
Hats off to all the staff at the Rock. Corner workers they are the best in the business for karting.
Special thanks to Ryan, Brian Jacobson, Kyle, Les and Diane Finke.
Sorry to Rick for all his bad luck on Sunday!
Congrats to Ryan (8th) and Paul(6th) for there top 10's. If it wasn't for lapped traffic and for lapped traffic bonehead moves. I would have been a top 10.
This is a must do event by the way!!!!! I will never miss one again. Not for the karter who plans to keep his kart in one piece though. BRING PLENTY OF SPARES!!!!
Jeff
Nice pictures!!!!
rystar
09-07-2009, 10:09 PM
This was by far the most insane thing I have ever done. On the edge every second of every lap. I will be back for sure next year. Thanks to all that helped in one way or another. Pictures to follow.
LikeStig
09-07-2009, 10:34 PM
What happened Rick?
Jeff Salak
09-07-2009, 11:11 PM
Rick had bad luck with crashes in first turn in Tag Senior and Leopard only. Not his fault. Just a situation of no where to go and people checking up and karts not checking up, cause of blind turns. In one of those races 8 kart were taken out in that first turn.
Whats kind of amazing all these karts and drivers got cleared out by the corner workers in 30 seconds. Thats nice work! Some turns had 6-10 corner workers. All very quick on there feet!
Jeff
I had 4 crashes in 3 races. 1 bent the axle. 1 bent the steering column and tierods. 1 of which cracked the frame. The last one wadded up the frame. I feel used and abused. Blind turns can really ruin one's day.
Congratulations to Ryan, Paul and Dean! All great finishes in TAG Masters! :clap::thumbsup:
rct25
09-08-2009, 01:22 PM
Video from TaG Masters race!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrRKQBXDAIc
Roberto
Jeff Salak
09-08-2009, 06:59 PM
Nice Roberto!:)
Jeff
Jeff Stamper
09-08-2009, 07:59 PM
Street Races can get expensive cant they Rick ! I did a number of them years ago and its just like posted above. You can wreck a bunch of stuff in a short time. The other thing is that I always worry about other things breaking the next week at the track. Good job guys. Come on over to the Robopong now !
Jeff Salak
09-08-2009, 08:04 PM
For those of you that stayed at Holiday Inn. Check your bill. The one they left under my door was for $266. Get home check my account online. See that Holiday Inn was trying to overcharge me($346). Maybe it was a mistake, but I called them on it and made good on it and fixed the over charge.
Jeff, who are you racing with? Thats a team race.
Jeff
Jeff Stamper
09-09-2009, 12:09 PM
Russ Kemple and I are going to race my kart. His boss paid for everything and we are all set I hope. I will go to Springfield just to get on the track one more time the 19 & 20. I replaced a bunch of stuff (nuts and bolts) so I want to do a shakedown race and make sure everything is good. I will be leaving Friday morning about 4 am and be there until the checkered flag flies on Sunday. Hopefully all goes well and we bring home some cash.
kamenrider
09-09-2009, 07:17 PM
Hi all,
This is Felix (the guy helping Ryan, Les and Diane). It was great to meet everyone there and it was definitely an eye opening experience. I felt really bad for Rick's bad luck but I was glad that everyone was optimistic and quick when we tried to repair the kart asap in between races. Hopefully I can make it out to Springfield in 1.5 weeks.
Felix
Jeff Salak
09-09-2009, 09:37 PM
The Rock will be back next year!!!:clap::thumbsup::)
Nice to meet you Felix.
Jeff
Felix, thank you so much for all of your help!!! We definitely needed the man power to change an axle, change tires, weld the frame, etc. I'm just a little disappointed we needed your help so much. :redface:
Jeff Stamper
09-10-2009, 07:34 AM
Rick, are you going to Springfield for the last Rt 66 race ?
Jeff Salak
09-16-2009, 07:19 PM
Well it has been a week and a half later and my neck is still hurting.
Going to Doc on Friday.
Jeff
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