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TOPIC: Racing at Go Racing |
| Eric G
July 17, 2005
11:48:12 PM
Entry #: 948175
| Well while we're looking for a new location I went to Go Racing Hobbies today to race. Alex and I met up with David, Andrew, and Frankie. We tried to show them how tough we Miami drivers are and I think we put on a nice show. The track is a little short and tight, but it's flowing and forgiving. None of us broke anything all day from hitting the boards, other cars was a different story. But the facilities, or rather lack of them, (it's in the middle of a parking lot) Really made me miss RPR's covered area. The drive isn't too bad. It's about 40 minutes from my house in Kendall but it's pretty smooth on a Sunday. They start racing a little later there and start around 1ish. So there's no worrying about having to get there early.
Frankie had a solid day qualifying and wound up in the C main. In the break before the Main he had to take apart his front end to change a belt, but unfortunately forgot to charge his Rx pack which died when he was in 3rd place during the main. Andrew had a little trouble navigating through traffic in his qualifiers and wound up qualifying #1 in the B main. Alex drove as well as I've seen him and was 4th in the B main. At the start, Andrew and Alex took off and were 1 & 2. One of the faster local guys got by Alex so he was running third and doing well making passes and really doing great. Unfortunately he got tangled up in a drag race on the straight and got slammed by a third driver which broke his rear arm and took him out for the day. Andrew meanwhile was pulling away and had a 4 lap lead. But disaster hit when he ran out of fuel before he could make it in to his last pit. David got him re-started and he was still in the lead but the car shut off as he pulled out of the pit. He wound up finishing 2nd by ONE lap. I was provisional TQ after my first run, until Mr. Go Racing, Rene Javios, beat me, but he was the only one to out qualify me for the A main. At the start Rene reacted slow to the horn and I got by him in the hole-shot and took off in first and never looked back. I think he wound up crashing out early. I was lucky enough to lead from start to finish. They make you work over there. Most of the guys drove hard and wouldn't just GIVE you the pass, but I worked hard enough and made some slick passes to win by 4 laps. This local guy Mike that I had helped a bit with some clutch tuning on his Mugen wound up in second. I mention him cuz his Mugen :) But he was a good driver too though, definitely let me work for my passes.
It was a fun experience since the 4 of us went and pitted together and always helped each other out. I'll make sure to post or send an email the next time I go. Maybe we can get a bigger group out there next time. Hope to see everone on Micro Night on Wednesday at Dave & Buster's.
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| Nadim
July 18, 2005
12:37:11 AM
Entry #: 948246
| Let me know the next time you are going. I'd like to go. Do they have races every week?
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| Eric G
July 18, 2005
12:44:03 AM
Entry #: 948257
| I'm not sure, I'm going to find the schedule. I think they have points races every other week. It's fun in a group but it makes for a long day. We didn't get back home till 9ish. So I think I'll only be going one or two Sundays a month.
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| Alex S
July 18, 2005
2:07:17 AM
Entry #: 948308
| I have to add. I kicked but! I've never driven that good and it was really cool to see myself actually passing people. Although someone took me oout it was still my best race. My fastest lap was (I think) 1/2 sec slower than Andrew. That's real good for me.
I have to agree that the track is very forgiving. The parimeter wall is flexible so you just bounce off and bounce off and bounce off... Yes I do crash alot. But it's fun anyway.
I track is a bit small but there's lots of turns so you learn quickly how to time the turns and how to quickly set up for the next turn.
Hope to see more RPR guys out there.
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| David D
July 18, 2005
8:22:50 AM
Entry #: 948459
| Congrats to Eric on his "A" win on his first outing at Go Racing. Andrew and I had a good time too. Thanks guys for the the help and special thanks to Alex's (again) for his sharing of table, canopy etc.
CORRECTION on the problem that Andrew had in the "B" main: He DID NOT run our of gas. When he stalled out with about 2 minutes left in the race he still had almost a 1/2 tank. I think his engine simply over-heated which was also the reason that we had trouble getting him restarted. Anyway, he was really bummed out, because he had wanted to "bump up" and run with Eric in the "A".
re racing at "Go": I recall Rene telling me that they run races every Sunday (weather permitting) as long as there isn't any away races (State Series etc.) that the local racers are attending (However they may not all be points races).
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| Eric G
July 18, 2005
11:37:48 AM
Entry #: 948776
| Ah sorry about the wrong info, it's wasn't bad pit mangagement after all :) Yeah it got strange later in the day. As the sun went down from my last qualifier to the start of my main an hour later, my engine became SUPER rich when i cranked it up. Alex and I must have tuned it for 10 minutes before I got it right. But it was a ROCKET. No one could keep up with the Mega. It is a monster performer and I'm really liking it after the learning curve. I think the conrod issue is finally being resolved shortly then it will be the only motor in my car.
One more thing I wanted to add about the track. Since it's tight, it could be either incredibly fun with some luck on your side when passing, or incredibly frustrating if you're stuck behind someone who's determined to block you. I had it both this weekend. In one of the qualifiers one guy rolled over on the short chute and no one said anything, I slammed into him full throttle and send his car about 4 feet in the air and pieces just came flying out of his car. Luckily nothing happened to my car. There was even once where I weaved though 3 guys who all tangled up on a turn. Another time, on the lap I was supposed to pit, I stupidly managed to Roll my car OVER the wall on the last turn before the pit and Luckily slid accross the track toward the pit exit. The Marshall rolled me back over and Andrew had to run from the pit entrance where he was waiting for me to fill me up and got me out and I didn't lose much time. Here's the frustrating part, there was this one guy, who simply would do his best NOT to let me pass during the main even though I was lapping him. He made me work hard for the pass, which now I enjoyed, but it was incredibly frustrating during the race. He was a quick driver, but I definitely had the edge on him. I'd hate to say it but I did resort to a few "dirty" passes on purpose just to get around him. But it was all in good competition and made sure I never risked breaking either of our cars. So anyone that's never been out there and plans on going, get ready for some tough driving, but it's all in good fun.
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| tazio
July 19, 2005
11:07:44 AM
Entry #: 950764
| I strongly recomend Oakland Park Raceway, very convenient to have a shop right there next to the track, also Warrick is only 10 minutes away. Still my first choice was RPR, but for now this will do fine.
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| Eric G
July 26, 2005
1:44:04 PM
Entry #: 961997
| OK, who's going this Sunday?
Looks like we have a nice little group going. SO far it's:
DJ, Joe, Andrew/David, Andy, Alex Serrano and myself.
I know some of you other guys wanted to go. Remember to bring tents and tables. At least tables as I think there's some tree shade to sit under.
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| dj
July 26, 2005
5:08:37 PM
Entry #: 962443
| The trees drop crap on you the whole time, bring a tent or share a tent. Mine is already taken, sorry.
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| dj
July 26, 2005
5:09:11 PM
Entry #: 962444
| The trees drop crap on you the whole time, bring a tent or share a tent. Mine is already taken, sorry.
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| Eric G
July 26, 2005
5:54:42 PM
Entry #: 962536
| Thanks for the tip
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| joe
July 26, 2005
9:13:42 PM
Entry #: 962816
| i am bringing my tent eric. if you want to share mine, thats cool. i also am bringin my table. all you need to bring is a chair.
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| Eric G
July 26, 2005
9:58:16 PM
Entry #: 962891
| Thanx for the offer Joe, I'm going with Alex so I'll share with him, If he doesn't go he's lending me the tent so I'm good to go. But I'm sure someone else needs some cover.
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| Nadim
July 27, 2005
11:49:18 AM
Entry #: 963686
| I should be able to get everything ready by Sat. I don't have a tent, but I'll bring a table and chair.
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| jhigga15
July 27, 2005
12:38:05 PM
Entry #: 963830
| I have a tens and a folding table
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| dj
July 27, 2005
1:12:24 PM
Entry #: 963902
| It's sunday, not sat. the races are on sunday.
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| jhigga15
July 27, 2005
2:59:31 PM
Entry #: 964145
| What is the cost to race? Also if some one wants to share my tent they can...I will bring a table also, you just need to bring your own chair.
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| joe
July 27, 2005
3:14:56 PM
Entry #: 964192
| if you are already bringing a tent, table, and chair, i would rather share... if you want, i can bring the table or tent and you can bring the other... let me know.
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| Nadim
July 27, 2005
3:33:15 PM
Entry #: 964231
| DJ
Thanks, but what I meant was that I should have everything ready by Sat to be able to race on Sun.
Will I be able to share a tent with one of you guys bringing the tents?
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| Eric G
July 27, 2005
5:28:07 PM
Entry #: 964470
| Well guys, Had knee surgery today. They gave me this sedative that the Anesthisiologist called "Special K" That stuff has me ALL messesd up. Every time I get up and active i get dizzy and feel like throwing up. But for the good news, the knee feels good, considering i was just operated on. Everyone has told me I'll be pretty mobile in a few days. So I'm hoping to be able to race Sunday. We'll see how it goes. I'll keep everyone informed.
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| dj
July 27, 2005
6:27:05 PM
Entry #: 964561
| Already with the excuses. You have to go to defend you last win. hahahahahaha
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| Eric G
July 27, 2005
6:42:38 PM
Entry #: 964583
| LOL...I was thinking that too. But also, if I never show up again, I could become a legend..."Rememeber that guy with the old lady shopping cart? I heard he was so fast he only filled his tank half way on pit stops to make the race more fair" :P
WEll the drugs have worn off and I'm finally feeling normal again, let's see how the knee responds now. That drivers stand Isn't too easy to hop on with a bum knee. I may need to bring and extra step to get on.
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| Alex S
July 27, 2005
10:58:58 PM
Entry #: 964964
| I can see it now. Eric with his old lady shopping cart, a walker(with tennis balls stuck on the legs of the walker) and a High Lift to get him up to the driver stand.
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| Alex S
July 27, 2005
11:03:09 PM
Entry #: 964975
| Actually, an Enema bag would make a most exellent fuel bottle.
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| Juancho
July 28, 2005
12:41:13 AM
Entry #: 965108
| IOI, I have a full roll of fuel hose to extend the serum up to the tower...
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| Juancho
July 28, 2005
12:48:02 AM
Entry #: 965112
| Omar Colina Please call Juan (305)742-6460
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| Juancho
July 28, 2005
12:49:06 AM
Entry #: 965115
| Alex Bruzzo, Alex Serrano please call Juan.
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| Alex
July 28, 2005
7:55:17 AM
Entry #: 965298
| Juan call my cell at 786-236-6888
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| Alex S
July 28, 2005
12:35:01 PM
Entry #: 965757
| Juancho I'll try to call you later this afternoon. I'm in the process of tiling my condo so I've been really busy this week.
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| dj
July 28, 2005
12:51:41 PM
Entry #: 965782
| Alex S, I don't want to hear your busy, you better go on sunday to go racing with all of us.
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| Eric G
July 28, 2005
1:00:01 PM
Entry #: 965800
| Juancho, when you talk to Alex, tell him to stop being a pansy. If I can race on crutches, he can race after putting down some tiles.
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| jhigga15
July 28, 2005
4:06:05 PM
Entry #: 966252
| I got my neew engine in today!!!! I will break it in on saturday, maybe even sunday. I am ready to race (I consider racing trying to stay in between the walls..lol)
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| Eric G
July 28, 2005
4:06:47 PM
Entry #: 966255
| What did you get?
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| joe
July 28, 2005
4:22:18 PM
Entry #: 966287
| do you know how to break in the engine... of not, i can meet you at go racing on saturday to help you break in the engine. i have the engine break in bench. you can reach me at 305.807.9529.
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| dj
July 28, 2005
5:08:24 PM
Entry #: 966383
| Man I can not wait till sunday. I have some new testing to do. Clutch and Rear end set-ups
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| jhigga15
July 28, 2005
6:16:11 PM
Entry #: 966511
| I got the OFNA/Picco .12R 3-Port. Hopefully it's a good engine.
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| jhigga15
July 28, 2005
6:19:27 PM
Entry #: 966516
| joe, tahnsk for the offer, I think that I an just going to break it in at my house. I have to hit the beach on saturday.
Also what time do you guys normall get to go racing to set up shop?
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| tazio
July 28, 2005
6:38:18 PM
Entry #: 966544
| We are going to start carrying at Warrick's, the KYOSHO V-ONE RRR rolling chassis #31256, for $319.99 no engine. Also the Competition chassis #31258, no engine, price to follow, parts available within 2 to 3 days, order Monday have it Thursday, shipping $5.00 to all South Fla. racers.
The new Mugen MTX4 should be available at the beginning of Sept. in time for the first State Race. No retail on it yet.
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| Eric G
July 28, 2005
6:50:15 PM
Entry #: 966564
| Will there be an pre-order available?
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| tazio
July 28, 2005
7:12:37 PM
Entry #: 966598
| Eric just call me, no deposit required, 954-370-0708. Hope you are doing allright, please bring a colada Sunday, I'll come in to keep you company for a little bit, no car yet, go to the KYOSHO web site, the Comp. version is much better and I'll try my best to get you a good deal.
Best regards from Ed & me.
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| Eric G
July 28, 2005
8:05:51 PM
Entry #: 966660
| Actually I meant for the Mugen :D
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| Alex S
July 29, 2005
12:03:07 AM
Entry #: 966954
| I've been removing tiles between 10pm and 2am. The neighbors hate me. If I finish by sat then HELLyeah! I wanna race. But I will need a bit of help Sun morning since I wont have anytime to set up. I've been charging my stuff while my wife showers so that she doesn't get pissed that I'm planning on escaping Sunday.
Boy, I feel like I'm in high school again and trying to sneek out to go to a party when I'm supposed to be grounded. You think she'll notice if I sneek out the window?
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| Eric G
July 30, 2005
10:17:31 AM
Entry #: 968790
| Ok guys, I awoke this morning and the swelling has gone away considerably. I can walk confortably using just one crutch. What does that mean? It mean's I'm going racin tomorrow. OH YEAH! So if anyone's gonna take the 40 minute drive, tommorow's the day, because it looks like we're taking about a Main's worth of Miami drivers. So we can all help each other out. Except me, I won't be running, sorry guys, but I'll sure be begging you guys for help. :) Hope to see everyone tommorow.
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| Eric G
July 31, 2005
10:22:46 PM
Entry #: 970091
| Well we had a good showing today. There were about 11 of us RPR regulars out there. The racing started like at 12:30 and there would be 3 rounds of qualifying (5 Heats) and 3 mains on the day. Qualifying was tight (I moved up and down in the standings each round) We represented out skills very well with DJ(Q-1), Andrew (Q-5), Joe(Q-7), Andy(Q-8) and Myself(Q-6) placing in the the A-main. Maxy(Q-2) was also in the A-Main but left early and never raced. DJ TQ'd and took off from the start and never trailed, winning by 5 laps after only 25 minutes!. I had an AWFUL start and worked my way up from dead last to 4th and keeping close to 3rd after the first round of pits. I wasn't as fast as DJ, but then again no one else was, but 2nd and third weren't blowing me away. Some luck could have maybe put me in the Top 3 at the end. But I ran out of fuel unexpectedly just before the 2nd pit stop and then my dad couldn't get the car started. By the time I got down the steps of the driver's stand (Bad Knee remember) I had already lost 5 laps and was losing more in a hurry. So instead of rushing to get going and maybe hurt myself more climbing the stairs, I just called it a day. Andrew did well early but experienced engine troubles and had to \]out as well. Andy and Joe stayed consistant and finished 5th and 6th respectively (Correct me if I'm wrong.)
Howard, Nadim, Budweiser John :D, & Frankie were there today too, but I was kinda drained from the long day and don't remember where they finished in their Mains.
Overall it was a fun day. The trip is a little long, and the day is long. But the racing is very competitive. I'll be out there again for their next points race in two weeks. Hope we get as nice a turnout as today.
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| jhigga15
August 1, 2005
11:09:48 AM
Entry #: 970660
| I had a great time! It was my first real race in about 3 years and I finshed 5th in the C-main. I am just happy that I finished the race. Joe tell me that website so that we can make an order, since I need some parts (Thansk for the parts also!!!).
Thanks,
Budwesier John
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| dj
August 1, 2005
11:57:17 AM
Entry #: 970750
| Thanks guys for the compliments. I also had a good time. With all the racing I now do, this has become the relaxing times. I am glad that everyone came out. It gave us enough time to enjoy the day and still work on our cars. Hope to see all the same people out there in 2 weeks for the next points race. We already missed some of the races, so i quess we are not in the points, but it is still nice to get the good turn-out. See you guys next time. I think I am going to try the Cadi, next time. I think andy's car and the new guy from broward cj's car had a little better steering than I did. I will still bring the stratus just in case.
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| Eric G
August 1, 2005
12:06:10 PM
Entry #: 970766
| Yeah I definitely need more steering. I made several adjustments to add steering, but I still had push in the main. I'm going to give the Caddy another try. Maybe it will work better on this track for me.
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| CJ
August 1, 2005
4:25:40 PM
Entry #: 971245
| Where can i get info about Go Racing????
I wanted to know there pricing, Hours, loacation ect.
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| Eric G
August 1, 2005
4:42:42 PM
Entry #: 971285
| http://www.fastnfuriousrc.com/ is the site for the Hobby Store. It's pretty far from Miami. About a 40 minute drive. They can tell you the track info as they don't have a site for their racing anymore.
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| dj
August 1, 2005
5:32:30 PM
Entry #: 971418
| It's worth the drive for the mean time.
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| RoyalPalmrace
August 1, 2005
7:41:40 PM
Entry #: 971633
| Correction Erick… I got 4th. LoL doesn't matter only for the sake of accurate journalism ïŠ.
Well guys I had a-lot of fun and its been a while since I have been able just go and race without worries. Let me just say it was HOT as heck.. I had a midday headache from the sun however that did not take away from a great time. My strategy today was to go have a good time and be lazy competitive and see where everyone was since I have not raced there in a very long time. Not to take anything away from the other drivers. What I mean is outside of driving skill there is a check list of things that must be considered on your car and team for performance to be top notch. Setup, engine, tires, pit man ect..Here is my take on the racing today. The competition is excellent and to win you just can’t be lazy competitive period! My sportman attitude got me 4th today and lucky at that. I only changed a few things on my car today to get by and run. The guys were all very fast and the top guys ballistic. This means very tight lines, power, traffic skills and fast pitmen. I was average on all those points except for traffic skills which I’m satisfied with. I could keep my car within a 1-1.5 foot window but my setup did not allow any better and maintain fast speeds. This may not seem like much but that was not tight enough at all. A 6 inch window is more like it for the fastest guys at this track. I am happy that I was able to run and place 4th everything considered and I started in 8th . I just kept clean and ran my pace didn’t hit anyone except a side door scrape with DJ as he went by me I could not keep tolerance on that turn (sorry DJ). So in general guys if you’re expecting to WIN with the field that was out there then you must have all your (I.. s) dotted and (T.. s) crossed. Second place would be a-lot easier (even though requires work) but I don’t think DJ has any competition at the performance level he brought with him today.
In essence guys for todays race its not just great driving skills it’s a host of other things as well. DJ had most of his list checked off.
Great Job DJ!
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| Eric G
August 1, 2005
11:00:43 PM
Entry #: 972031
| Hey Andy, did you move that post of yours or something? :P
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| Eric G
August 2, 2005
10:23:28 AM
Entry #: 972638
| Hey DJ, you were using the one-way this weekend right?
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| dannyh
August 2, 2005
10:26:51 AM
Entry #: 972649
| eric were you using a front diff?
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| Eric G
August 2, 2005
10:59:54 AM
Entry #: 972706
| No, just the one-way
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| dannyh
August 2, 2005
11:50:10 AM
Entry #: 972819
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| joe
August 2, 2005
5:07:03 PM
Entry #: 973528
| jhigga,
you have to email them what you want and they will email you the price. include in the original email that you will pay with paypal, your address. they do not have a site with prices. here is their email: shop@pro-s-futaba.co.jp.
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| jhigga15
August 2, 2005
5:56:30 PM
Entry #: 973653
| Cool, I will do that.
Thanks,
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| dj
August 2, 2005
6:21:18 PM
Entry #: 973697
| I was using a front diff with the rear locked. And if you believe that, then I have another one for you. J/K Yes I ran a front one way. I have some new ideas for the next race that I want to try.
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| Eric G
August 2, 2005
6:41:41 PM
Entry #: 973730
| Yes, that's what we need. You getting FASTER!!
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| Eric G
August 8, 2005
3:53:21 PM
Entry #: 983120
| Alright, I'm all set up. If anything I'm going to have a NASTY oversteer this week. But either way, my car sure as hell isn't going to push. I need to lower my laps about half a second to be able to keep up with the big 3 out there. (DJ, Rene & Robert) Everyone else I'm confident I can beat. WEll, maybe not Maxy, but everyone after THAT...
Who else is coming this Sunday? I hope we can get another tent city going. one thing we had, was plenty of shade. It was still hot as hell, but we had the shade. Hope to see you guys out there.
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| dj
August 8, 2005
4:13:54 PM
Entry #: 983183
| I hope your car is really good. Let it be known that with all the smack talk going around, we miami boys have better show up prepared. I am going to start to work on my car tonight, I am going to get my car to stop pushing also. We better help each other, because I know that robert and rene are bring da pain.
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| tazio
August 8, 2005
4:42:03 PM
Entry #: 983283
| Our MTX4's should be in our hands by the end of August????? ready for action by beg. of Sept. sooo watch out. Ed still unbeaten at Go Racing not that I'm bragging about it.
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| Eric G
August 8, 2005
4:50:19 PM
Entry #: 983305
| Yeah well Ed has been retired from sedan for awhile. Tell that guy that his former pack fodder are ready for him. :D LOL
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| RoyalPalmrace
August 8, 2005
10:15:46 PM
Entry #: 984006
| LOL.. NO PAIN NO GAIN!!!
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| CJ
August 9, 2005
7:53:58 PM
Entry #: 985868
| I tried E-mailing the person form there Webiste but it took them 1 week to E-mail me and they didnt even give me an answere.
How often do they race. Is there practice before the races??I havent even be able to figure out where they race?? Is it free?
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| Eric G
August 9, 2005
8:59:20 PM
Entry #: 985995
| Well Practice is free. Racing is $10 or $15 depending on if it's a points race or not. They have a points series race every 2 weeks on Sunday which usually gets a nice turnout. They also race the weeks in between the points races, but there's not always enough people to race. This Sunday is a points race. There should be a nice turnout. Give them a call if you have another question. They could prolly answer it better.
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| Juancho
August 10, 2005
12:45:43 AM
Entry #: 986363
| CJ, just grab a 20 and go there on any other Sunday 11:00am... You can't miss.
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| CJ
August 10, 2005
12:52:47 AM
Entry #: 986373
| Where do they race??
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| CJ
August 10, 2005
12:54:28 AM
Entry #: 986376
| Im not sure im gonna go next time i go to a track i want to have alot of practice time to just set-up my car. I think ill probably end up doing that at the new RPR
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| CJ
August 11, 2005
7:21:49 PM
Entry #: 989981
| Actrually Im definently gonna try and show up on Sat.
When do they normally start and end???
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| CJ
August 12, 2005
10:15:54 PM
Entry #: 992035
| Also is there anyhting extra i should bring. Do they have Tables & chairs?
What about electricity, should i bring a extension cord or is there no electicity?
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| Nadim
August 12, 2005
11:05:41 PM
Entry #: 992073
| CJ,
I don't know at what time they start on Sat's. Just go as early as you can. If you get there between 10am - 11am you should be fine. You'll need to bring your own table and chair. You will not find any electricity. You'll need to charge your stuff before you go, or charge them out of your car's battery. You might need a tent aslo, unless you plan on getting a tan. More people go on Sun. which would be better for you to find help with anything.
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| CJ
August 12, 2005
11:12:38 PM
Entry #: 992084
| Damn, Im preastty sure i dont have a table. but i have some chairs im gonna be up late tonight thniking of somthing to make a table out of, might just put a sheet of ply wood on top of 2 milk crates unless one of you guys have a better idea.
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| tazio
August 13, 2005
10:06:22 AM
Entry #: 992294
| The hobby shop is only 200 feet away in case you need assistance, Renee Javois or Patrick are very helpfull guys at the counter, plus a lot of spare parts both Mugen or Serpent.
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| CJ
August 13, 2005
11:29:45 PM
Entry #: 992818
| Went to Go racing today, had to leave early due to a big thunderstorm. I definently recomend that you bring a tent,cause it was 95 degrees today and it was almost too hot to handle. Also you definetly need to bring a folding table. Unless you dont mind killing your back by working on the floor.
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| Eric G
August 14, 2005
9:14:04 PM
Entry #: 993609
| What a crazy day. (Get ready for a long post) First let me start by thanking Joe and Robert. Without you guys I wouldn't have been able to run today. (I'll explain in a bit) Second I want to thank everyone that took part in the peer pressure to get me to run after my engine blew. I got some serious ribbing, and I jsut had to run after that.
Ok...so in practice, my engine blew up basically. The engine was already low on compression. It wouldn't idle well at all. I asked for some help and eventually it was leaned out to get it to run. And this led to a quick death. THe conrod bushing of the Mega disintegrated and all the bits, combined with the overheating destroyed the piston, sleeve and head button. It's nasty. I'm tossing the engine i think. When this happened I was ready to pack my stuff and go home. But Rene made it clear to tell everyone that I had declined offers to borrow an engine. LOL I really didn't wanna run. But I finally gave in to the peer pressure. I thank Joe and Robert because they lent me an engine and pipe that I could run for the day. Without them, I would have jsut been watching the whole day.
Now onto the racing. My setup was great, but I didn't qualify well. I think I did a 20 lapper on my final qualifier as I lapped the field, except one guy (can't remember who, but he got 20)But my transponder gave low hits and and only scored me 10 laps. So I was 4th in the B. At the start of the race, I got a mis hit form transponder on my first lap which had me in last place even though I was in front of everyone after the 4th lap. So I had to lap the field to get back onto the lead lap. A combination of flame outs and some consistant driving put me back on the lead lap and luckily I was able to keep the pace and wound up winning the B-Main by a lap (2 really) Joe got second. Andy was running well in 2nd place but dropped out for some reason. So I bumped up to the A-Main.
First, it was decided that the A-main would be 45 minutes, which I hadn't done in ages. But i was ready. I had a great start, taking advantage of an accident right at the start and wound up in 3rd place after a few laps. Robert, Rene, Giani and myself were pulling away. But that's as far as I'd keep up the rest of the race. A bad string of events followed that had me back in a hurry. First my car was great until i smacked a wall and my car developed a nasty push going left. So I wasn't able to keep up the pace. Then to top it off, I had a flame out on my first pit and must have lost at least 5 laps prolly more. When I came back I was in 7th and that's where I'd stay. I figured at 45 minutes there would surely be some drop outs. and I was right. I just drove my race, even though I was the slowest guy, and wound un in 5th at the final horn. Not exactly a spectacular finish, but after all the smack talk I had to keep racing even though I didn't want to. I think Rene won and Francis Lee got 2nd. Even though he didn't win, DJ was again the fastest guy. He broke a shock in Warm-ups and didn't start until 4 minutes after the horn he came alllllll the way back and finished 3rd, just a lap back from Francis. A few more minutes and he would have finished 2nd.
So here's the smack talk. I beat Robert :P but only because he didn't finish, but like he said, no excuses, a loss is a loss. HA! At first I was keeping up with the leaders which included him, but once my handling went to crap, I couldn't keep up with him. He and Rene had a great battle going, swapping places for the lead several times, but I guess he broke out or something. I never found out. So c'mon, bring the smack people. Don't take it personally. I think it's cool that we all know each other well enough to give some Jabs. Now that I have a setup I like, I'll be aiming for the victory next race out. But first I gotta find a new engine. See you guys soon.
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| RoyalPalmrace
August 14, 2005
10:00:29 PM
Entry #: 993656
| Well gentlemen today was another HOT HUMID DAY!!
But the RACING continued as planned! The guys were all ready and even more SKILLED racers came out to represent the guys in Broward. I saw some people I haven’t seen in a while. Erick was in trouble today with the guys pressuring him to perform. A-lot of smiles giggles and finger pointing today. (All in good fun of-course) Ericks’ earlier heat racing was lacking a little. It seemed that his engine died out but no-body gave Erick a break. I’ll let him post his comments about his experience. Personally I was trying out some other things on the car but my testing was done in the qualifiers. Bad Idea! Today my car pushed more than a train in reverse. Way more than comfortable for a good run with todays talent at the track. The fast guys (there were a-lot) were again ballistic. We had new drivers out including Geoanni and others pulling some very respectable times.
This pretty much fills a-lot of the A main with too much talent to just lazily sneak in. I missed the A main by a few seconds. Todays push and engine set-up forced me into a wider line that does not work well for speed and swift close maneuvering on tight track. I had to go too wide or too slow at corners. I could not keep a good momentum and keep tight. Like I said in past you better have ALL your ducks in a row to try and win top 3 at this track with the talent racing there. First thing on the list for me would be to FIX the massive pushing get my suspension up to par and also drop my new Mega in and see what happens. If I don’t do that forget A main. Don’t know what the story is with the Kyosho diff either. In any case I ran with Erick and Joe Chaplow in the B main. I didn’t quite know what to do since if Erick would not have won the B main …I would have had a long drive home listening to him complain or something. In any case I ran the B well and was in the lead then my transponder gave way and was not counting. My engine was overheating as well which gave Erick an opportunity to save face. I had mixed feelings about this but it turned out ok since he bumped up and took 5th in the A main.
All in All I had a great time! LETS DO IT AGAIN!
P.S. guys don’t take any of the top guys for granted all are top notch and some of the fastest. There is real top level competition at this track. I also know everyone can bring it up a notch as well.
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| RoyalPalmrace
August 14, 2005
10:16:54 PM
Entry #: 993685
| Guys feel free to post todays race results here.
Andy
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| dj
August 15, 2005
10:00:15 AM
Entry #: 994110
| well huys, i had a great time this weekend. I wish I would not have broke in the warm up, but thats racing. I got a clitch and got sideways, then got hit by another car. I fixed it but started 10 laps down. Rene and Robert had a great battle going on, it is a shame that robert had problems. Robert you need to change that radio stuff. congrats to rene on the win, till next time and yes there will be a next time. I can't let you win that easy easy.
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| RoyalPalmrace
August 15, 2005
1:28:48 PM
Entry #: 994576
| just out of couriosity...
what type restrictions are they using at go racing on the engines??? what are the rules there if any?
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| dj
August 15, 2005
2:03:47 PM
Entry #: 994663
| They do not enforce any, but they push for the normal, any 3 port, but I am sure no one cares if you run a 5 port. Man I can not wait till the new state series starts. I am ordering all my stuff to build a new car for the series, so the car I am running will be up for sale. I will probably run it at the next race at go racing and then sell it as is, with no motor or electronics. The price is 200
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| robert
August 15, 2005
3:21:17 PM
Entry #: 994816
| Id like to start by saying Thank you to all of the guys that came up from miami Its nice to see a large number of people that are passionate about rc cars. You guys did a great job keep it up.
Great fun..Sorry about smacking your car in warm ups Dj, hey that was probrably the only way I would get a chance to win the race. I really liked the way your car feels...Anyhow thanks to everyone for showing up, props to Eric for gettting his butt out and finishing what he started, thats is how it supposed to be never give up and he gets mad props for that. I guess I should have put my cash on eric cause he stepped up and made the show. I also want give props to all the broward guys that stepped it up this weekend. Wayne hinds, Bill Ragas, Marlon Chancellor, Rene Javois and if I forgot anyone I apologize in advance. Also special thanks to Dj, And Gianni for helping me with several things.
On a side note....there is going to be a electric state race at the track this weekend. Since Go racing is hosting the event we are also allowed to run nitro touring car. So we will have a class for 200mm touring. Remeber this is a state race event so it will be strict roar membership required, they will be teching the cars..you guys are all welcome to come and hope to see you all there.. any further questions regarding this please contact (Patrick) Go Racing at 954-731-7223
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| dj
August 16, 2005
9:53:10 AM
Entry #: 996062
| I will not be there, but good luck. See you guys in 2 weeks for the next normal race.
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| tazio
August 16, 2005
11:07:56 AM
Entry #: 996208
| Just found out that the new MUGEN MTX4 won't be available until the END of Sept. We are going to try for now a VONERRR to see how it runs (loaner from KYOSHO).
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| Eric G
August 16, 2005
11:22:37 AM
Entry #: 996224
| Any word on the Price yet?
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| tazio
August 16, 2005
4:36:03 PM
Entry #: 996994
| No. %*$%@#&^$^*%@#$
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| RoyalPalmrace
August 17, 2005
4:08:14 PM
Entry #: 998793
| yeah they are $3452.43
LOL..
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| dj
August 31, 2005
10:48:53 AM
Entry #: 1021001
| Guys I want to go to Go Racing this weekend and would like to get a good crowd for the race. Let have our miami guys show up that way we can have some fun with this nitro stuff. Who will go? I'm going.
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| David D
August 31, 2005
12:37:04 PM
Entry #: 1021179
| Andrew & I are planning to go up to Go Racing this Saturday to break in an engine. If we get it done, then he will probably race on Sunday (weather permitting!)
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| Eric G
August 31, 2005
12:48:28 PM
Entry #: 1021207
| I won't make it this weekend. I still dont' have an engine and my car is still in pieces from the last time out. I might not race again until State Series starts.
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| David D
August 31, 2005
12:52:30 PM
Entry #: 1021219
| Eric: What's new on the State Series? Will the Lakeland race be relocated or just skipped?
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| dj
August 31, 2005
3:37:51 PM
Entry #: 1021619
| The lakeland race is now going to be in ft myers. the date is the same sept. 24,25. Book you rhotel early, ft myers fills up quick. saty at the comfort inn, it better than any other hotel and is the closest.
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| dj
September 2, 2005
10:07:38 AM
Entry #: 1024678
| Well for who ever is going, I will see you guys on sunday. I know maxy, myself, gianni, lance and others are going. it would be nice if some of the miami guys can go. see you there.
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| Nadim
September 2, 2005
2:12:36 PM
Entry #: 1025178
| I plan on going up there this Sunday, but It really depends on the pregnent wife!!!
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| Eric G
September 6, 2005
11:49:36 AM
Entry #: 1029547
| HOw'd it go out there on Sunday?
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| mongoose
September 6, 2005
2:42:04 PM
Entry #: 1029902
| it sucked!!! we didn't even get to race!
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| CJ
September 6, 2005
8:50:09 PM
Entry #: 1030661
| Y not??
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| CJ
September 6, 2005
8:57:11 PM
Entry #: 1030675
| Do you think they will have racing this weekend because i was planning on going to my first race there. Is that a good idea???
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| mongoose
September 7, 2005
12:14:15 PM
Entry #: 1031633
| it's not that the place sucks,its the rain that prevented us from racing,should i think you should go race,definetly. go out and have fun...laters
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| Nadim
September 7, 2005
9:30:46 PM
Entry #: 1032786
| I was out there on Sunday trying out different tires and other setups. Waht tires are you guys using at go racing? I think 37s all around would be my best choice. I have a hard time staying away from the walls using anything harder, and I think softer would just wear out too fast.
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| mongoose
September 7, 2005
11:45:45 PM
Entry #: 1033005
| 37 shore is what im running, but i plan to try 35 shore to see if i feel the difference.but run the 37's and if you don't like it and need more traction then try 35's,it's all trial and error..laters
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| David D
September 9, 2005
8:33:36 AM
Entry #: 1035127
| Is anyone from Miami planning to go up to Go Racing this week-end? Andrew still has an engine to complete breaking in, so we may go up either on Saturday or Sunday.
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| howard
September 9, 2005
10:34:48 AM
Entry #: 1035375
| yes i will be there sunday about 10
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| mongoose
September 9, 2005
11:51:21 AM
Entry #: 1035536
| frank and myself will try to make it out,but not for sure cause we have a family get together to attend. but i really need to go cause i have to tune my engine ,so we will see what happens.
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| Nadim
September 9, 2005
12:56:47 PM
Entry #: 1035671
| I'll be there.
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| dj
September 9, 2005
3:49:21 PM
Entry #: 1036045
| I will be there next weekend, but not this one.
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| CJ
September 9, 2005
8:27:55 PM
Entry #: 1036451
| Im going up tommorrow to get some practice in, and get this thing running well
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| Nadim
September 13, 2005
10:02:13 PM
Entry #: 1043215
| Who's going this weekend?
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| dj
September 14, 2005
9:54:43 AM
Entry #: 1043912
| I am
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| CJ
September 14, 2005
7:07:29 PM
Entry #: 1045096
| I might be able to go for sdome practice
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| mongoose
September 15, 2005
10:24:34 AM
Entry #: 1045958
| chris your gears are in,you can pick them up when ever you want.
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| David D
September 29, 2005
10:53:49 AM
Entry #: 1068556
| Is anyone planning on going up to Go Racing this Sunday (Oct. 2nd)?
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| dj
September 29, 2005
11:04:46 AM
Entry #: 1068566
| Not me, I have not even looked at my car since the state race.
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| Nadim
September 29, 2005
1:34:14 PM
Entry #: 1068839
| I'll be there. Unless my daughter due on Tue. Oct.4 decides to be born over the weekend.
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| Alex S
September 30, 2005
9:12:22 PM
Entry #: 1071184
| Wow! That's so cool> You must be really nervous.
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| Nadim
October 1, 2005
12:36:13 AM
Entry #: 1071378
| Yeah it is pretty cool. I'm not really nervous yet, but I'm sure I will be when the time comes.
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| joe
October 1, 2005
12:56:46 AM
Entry #: 1071392
| true, it is always nerve racking when that buzzer goes off to start the race :)
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| Juancho
October 1, 2005
12:43:51 PM
Entry #: 1071679
| Is it your first Nadim???... it is amazing how everything changes once you got a kid (In a good way). Congrats.
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| Nadim
October 2, 2005
11:47:58 PM
Entry #: 1073279
| yeah man my first. Everything does change. I just hope I don't lose interest in RC racing.
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| Nadim
October 14, 2005
11:24:16 PM
Entry #: 1092106
| Anybody going this weekend??
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