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by ranman106
Wed Mar 12, 2008 10:33 pm
Forum: Other Vendors
Topic: Need a patch maker
Replies: 15
Views: 26710

Re: Need a patch maker

We have used these patches. They are very well made and the boys loved them. 2006 = funny car 2007 = rail 2008 = hot rod http://store.patchcon.com/merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=PS&Category_Code=PWD Here are actual patch pictures on their home page. http://store.patchcon.com/m...
by ranman106
Mon Feb 11, 2008 7:36 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: This year's BSA Axles
Replies: 11
Views: 9668

Re: This year's BSA Axles

Because of the lopsided axles heads, we decided not to risk it. So, we went with the older axles.
by ranman106
Mon Feb 11, 2008 7:20 pm
Forum: Planning, Preps & Running the Race
Topic: Rules Chaos -
Replies: 8
Views: 11429

Re: Rules Chaos -

CuriousGeorge wrote:
Nooby wrote:Strong leadership at the district would help. In fact, i can see no reason why there would be pack rules - only District rules if the intent is to have the winners go to a district race.

AMEN!!! :pray:
Oh if that were only true!!!!
by ranman106
Mon Feb 11, 2008 7:16 pm
Forum: General Coordinator Topics
Topic: Money race
Replies: 12
Views: 17140

Re: Money race

I wouldn't run a money race. With our derby, the race is the culmination of a month of work, with the kids building their cars with parents and other adults teaching and supporting them. The winners are congratulated, the others are consoled, and it's a good family time. With a money race (especial...
by ranman106
Sun Mar 25, 2007 8:20 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Photos
Topic: Our 2007 Derby Cars (In Progress)
Replies: 12
Views: 16522

Re: Our 2007 Derby Cars (In Progress)

Where are the updated pics?
by ranman106
Sun Mar 25, 2007 8:06 pm
Forum: General Car/Truck Racer Topics
Topic: Pinehead Slogans
Replies: 23
Views: 25784

Re: Pinehead Slogans

"The Wedge - It's not a doorstop, it's a way of life!"
by ranman106
Thu Mar 08, 2007 8:45 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Photos
Topic: 2007 Dad Car - "Ghost Rider"
Replies: 4
Views: 8065

Re: 2007 Dad Car - "Ghost Rider"

TOO COOL!!!!

My son and I are huge Ghost Rider fans. Love the 90's Texeria artwork!
by ranman106
Mon Mar 05, 2007 8:52 pm
Forum: General Car/Truck Racer Topics
Topic: District Race Results
Replies: 5
Views: 7369

Re: District Race Results

Again, congrats to both of you on a job well done. I believe we saw some of the tightest racing at the Districts this year than any other year! :clap: Here is a link to a pic I snapped of BenMar's sons car (it is the red/white/blue in lane one on the far right): http://s27.photobucket.com/albums/c16...
by ranman106
Sun Mar 04, 2007 6:55 am
Forum: General Car/Truck Racer Topics
Topic: When can a car be disqualified?
Replies: 18
Views: 19773

Re: When can a car be disqualified?

I saw a case like this yesterday. The car passed inspection and was impounded. But as the registration / inspection process continued, it was noticed that the car in question had a notched front end. It was enough to give at least 1/4" advantage past the starting pin. This is not allowed in our...
by ranman106
Thu Mar 01, 2007 7:37 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: What do you think of a pretty car?
Replies: 31
Views: 31445

Re: What do you think of a pretty car?

Thanks Doct1010. She showed no mercy on her Daddy (I came in last place :oops: ).
by ranman106
Wed Feb 28, 2007 9:21 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: What do you think of a pretty car?
Replies: 31
Views: 31445

Re: What do you think of a pretty car?

This pretty girl and pretty car won 1st place in our Outlaw Race. Ok, she IS my daughter :love: and I am a little biased (and proud!) :wink: . But the car was the fastest there :dance: .


http://s27.photobucket.com/albums/c163/ ... F0018b.jpg
by ranman106
Mon Feb 26, 2007 7:41 pm
Forum: General Car/Truck Racer Topics
Topic: Rules violations, kit cars, and attitudes (long read)
Replies: 48
Views: 46061

Re: Rules violations, kit cars, and attitudes (long read)

Rules are designed as guidelines, honesty and integrity can not be legislated. Reminds me of a law enforcement adage : "Locks are designed to keep honest people honest, thieves will always get in!" How does keeping rules to a minimum encourage creativity and imagination? I would think the...
by ranman106
Fri Feb 23, 2007 4:06 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Noisy (whistle) Outlaw car
Replies: 20
Views: 24632

Re: Noisy (whistle) Outlaw car

p.s. On a humorous note, Mrs. Bubba walked in on me when I was testing the whistle car by covering my mouth with the funnel and exhaling. She told me that she didn't know what I was up to but that my "alleged" whistle car looked more like a "contraband pipe" from Willie Nelson's...
by ranman106
Thu Feb 22, 2007 8:20 pm
Forum: General Car/Truck Racer Topics
Topic: Rules violations, kit cars, and attitudes (long read)
Replies: 48
Views: 46061

Re: Rules violations, kit cars, and attitudes (long read)

2K10H, After the race, his father told me which axles he bought from MaxV. So, when I checked them out on the web site, I saw the car he purchased as well - The Lowrider. He bought a whole kit! After districts, his mother made a statement to the effect that if you wanted to win at districts, you had...
by ranman106
Thu Feb 22, 2007 6:57 pm
Forum: General Car/Truck Racer Topics
Topic: Rules violations, kit cars, and attitudes (long read)
Replies: 48
Views: 46061

Re: Rules violations, kit cars, and attitudes (long read)

I have been reading the postings to this thread and want to comment/clarify on some things. We do allow grooved axles, the rules state the axles and tips must be visible. This is for inspection. If we can see them, they don't have to be pulled. We had a kit car dominate our PWD last year. He went on...