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 May 23 2005, 05:52 PM
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Insert catch phrase here  Group: Advanced Members Posts: 2,098 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Michigan Member No.: 20  |
Well, Brian Doll picked up my Firebird body on Saturday. He's going to race it in American Sedan. I'm glad it's going to a good home. I kept all the suspension, C5 brakes and powertrain so it's a modfest coming up for the Camaro very soon now. Gonna put the 383 in it this winter but I plan to get at least one track day in this year with the new suspension. Sam, Brian kept the rear end in the Firebird so in not too long I'll get another T2R from you.
Then, to make my day even better on the same day I traded in my '03 Ram for a '05 Rumblebee Ram. It's a 2 door in bright yellow with the Hemi (finally) and 20" wheels. Got the towing package to give myself the flexibility to get a trailer next year to tow the Camaro to track days when needed. It's SO much more fun to drive this truck than my 5.9L QC Ram. I'm told the 1/4 mile time for the truck should be about 15.3 stock. Already planning out a few mods for the truck . . . You know, it's amazing how much money you have when you just have street cars. Now I'm off to San Diego for some training for the week. Then when I come back I'll sign up for the Skip Barber school. Can you guys tell I'm in a good mood right now? |
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May 23 2005, 07:41 PM
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Veteran Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 2,647 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Pittsburgh, PA Member No.: 14 |
Sounds like you're having fun. Now I want to race and play with street toys...
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May 23 2005, 08:57 PM
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Experienced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 2,441 Joined: 30-December 03 Member No.: 76 |
QUOTE (94bird @ May 23 2005, 12:52) Well, Brian Doll picked up my Firebird body on Saturday. He's going to race it in American Sedan. I'm glad it's going to a good home. I kept all the suspension, C5 brakes and powertrain so it's a modfest coming up for the Camaro very soon now. Gonna put the 383 in it this winter but I plan to get at least one track day in this year with the new suspension. Sam, Brian kept the rear end in the Firebird so in not too long I'll get another T2R from you. Then, to make my day even better on the same day I traded in my '03 Ram for a '05 Rumblebee Ram. It's a 2 door in bright yellow with the Hemi (finally) and 20" wheels. Got the towing package to give myself the flexibility to get a trailer next year to tow the Camaro to track days when needed. It's SO much more fun to drive this truck than my 5.9L QC Ram. I'm told the 1/4 mile time for the truck should be about 15.3 stock. Already planning out a few mods for the truck . . . You know, it's amazing how much money you have when you just have street cars. Can you guys tell I'm in a good mood right now? Very cool. Sounds like things are going pretty well. And it's always fun to drive off in a brand-new vehicle. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) No problem on the Torsen, have them in stock. And FWIW, don't forget me when you start messing the the truck. I have TONS and TONS of truck goodies. I'm sure much more than I have for an F-body. (no joke). |
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May 23 2005, 11:51 PM
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Senior Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 5,226 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Danville, CA, USA Member No.: 27 |
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May 25 2005, 01:11 AM
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Insert catch phrase here Group: Advanced Members Posts: 2,098 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Michigan Member No.: 20 |
QUOTE (KeithO @ May 23 2005, 15:41) Sounds like you're having fun. Now I want to race and play with street toys... Yeh, that used to be my goal. Just couldn't balance that out with my job and time with my family though. Right now I feel pretty comfortable with the compromise. Once I heard that Fernando Alonso won his first go cart race at 3 years old I looked at my 2 year old son and knew where my priorities were. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/cool.gif) I've been teaching him to countersteer his foot powered car when he goes too fast around a corner. It just cracks me up watching him. |
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May 27 2005, 03:11 PM
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Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 166 Joined: 25-December 03 From: nYc Member No.: 39 |
Sounds good!
Looking forward to your impression on the Skip Barber school. I've always wanted to go to one since I read Speed Secrets. I think knowing how drive well is alot more fun than modding my car. Enjoy you weekend, Aria |
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