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Chode ^ | 8/5/2009 | Chode

Posted on 08/05/2009 7:57:45 PM PDT by Chode

This will be a general purpose thread for F1 news and pings that really don't require a thread of their own.


TOPICS: Sports
KEYWORDS: chode; f1; f1gp; formula1; formulaone; grandprix; kmg
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To: Chode
Hamilton - a British driver who won the Formula One title in 2008 - will drive Stewart’s No. 14 Mobil 1/Office Depot Chevrolet Impala.

Sounds like Hamilton got screwed.

681 posted on 05/08/2011 6:06:26 AM PDT by ROCKLOBSTER (Celebrate Republicans Freed the Slaves Month...April.)
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that's what Gordon said to JPM when they did it...
682 posted on 05/08/2011 6:14:48 AM PDT by Chode (American Hedonist - *DTOM* -ww- NO Pity for the LAZY)
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To: Chode; atc23; Bad~Rodeo; Betis70; bobby.223; bobt7818; brf1; cld51860; Cowboy Bob; ...
a little Schadenfreude, the DUmmies are pitching a fit over Houston... 8^)

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=102x4847666

Texas, which may balance its budget by firing thousands of teachers, plans to commit $25 million in state funds to Formula One auto racing each year for a decade.

Four years after motorsports’ most popular series left the U.S., Texas investors including Clear Channel Communications Inc. co-founder B.J. “Red” McCombs are building a 3.4-mile (5.5-kilometer) track to bring the event to Austin. Comptroller Susan Combs has agreed to pay $25 million for races through 2022, a subsidy questioned by critics and lawmakers as the state cuts costs to close an estimated $15 billion two-year deficit.



Read more: http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-05-11/texas-taxpayer...



I'm a Houston teacher who just got laid off. But after the shocks I've taken lately I'm just numb.

PS: the headline is misleading, there is no "may" about the firing. It has started en masse here.

683 posted on 05/16/2011 4:17:42 PM PDT by Chode (American Hedonist - *DTOM* -ww- NO Pity for the LAZY)
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Companies lay people off all the time and still advertise or have out of town meetings, etc. Just because a budget needs to be adjusted does not mean that all activities come to a halt. Organizations need to support activities and investments which may yield an increase in revenue or tax base in the future. Such an increase would yield additional jobs in the future, but in the short run sometimes tough choices need to be made to address decreased revenues.


684 posted on 05/16/2011 4:36:21 PM PDT by Lockbox (`)
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yup... the NASCAR race here at the Glen is the biggest one day event in the state and keeps every hotel/motel filled every year for 50 miles around along with the assorted bars and restaurants

the other race weekends fill them all up for 30 miles

685 posted on 05/16/2011 5:57:39 PM PDT by Chode (American Hedonist - *DTOM* -ww- NO Pity for the LAZY)
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1961 United States Grand Prix at Watkins Glen, Oct. 8, 1961

1 - Innes Ireland has time with his fans after winning the inaugural United States Grand Prix at Watkins Glen on Oct. 8, 1961.

2 - Innes Ireland is in front of Graham Hill, left, and Jack Brabham as they enter the 90 during the inaugural United States Grand Prix at Watkins Glen. Ireland would take the checkered flag. Ron Nelson Photo.

from the MRRC http://www.racingarchives.org/

A car that will look mighty familiar to car buffs, movie-goers and Steve McQueen fans is the 2011 raffle car for the International Motor Racing Research Center.

It’s a 1967 Mustang, one-of-a-kind “resto-mod” built as a tribute to the famous Ford Highland Green Mustang driven by Steve McQueen in the 1968 blockbuster movie “Bullitt.”

The car is fitted with contemporary features such as four-wheel disc brakes, five-speed transmission, fully independent suspension and many other modern components that make it a truly exciting automobile that a lucky Research Center supporter will win.

The Bullitt Mustang is valued at $72,500.

“We are really excited about this year’s raffle car as it gives people a once-in-a lifetime chance to win an incredible automobile while supporting the Center at the same time,” Research Center President J.C. Argetsinger said.

“We are certain that tickets for this year’s raffle will sell out quickly, and I encourage our supporters to purchase their tickets early,” Director of Marketing and Development Jon McKnight said.

Tickets go on sale June 3rd, and only 2,500 will be sold. The drawing for the winning ticket will be Dec. 3 at noon at the Center. The prices are $60 each or two for $100.

“I expect that tickets will be gone by Vintage Grand Prix weekend in September,” McKnight said.

The winner need not be present to win, and McKnight reminds ticket purchasers that the winner is responsible for all taxes and fees associated with winning the car as well as transportation from Watkins Glen.

Tickets may be purchased at the Racing Research Center or on-line at www.racingarchives.org.

Some of features of the Bullitt Mustang:

~ Engine and transmission: Totally rebuilt Ford 390 engine, with a Holley four-barrel carburetor, Edelbrock aluminum intake manifold and cylinder heads, high-performance Crane Cam with roller rockers and lifters, custom tubular exhaust headers, Ford XS Torque Starter motor, aluminum valve covers, Flowmaster mufflers and a custom aluminum radiator with dual Flex-a-lite thermostatically controlled fans. Power is transmitted via a Tremec TR-3550 five-speed transmission with Pro-5.0 shifter, Centerforce Dual Friction clutch and lightened flywheel, 9-inch Ford rear end with positraction differential.

~ Chassis and suspension: Heidt Super Ride independent front and rear suspension with QA-1 variable rate coil springs and fully adjustable coil over shocks, Lakewood Traction Action lift bars, Heidt power assisted rack and pinion steering, Heidt front cross member stiffener and tubular upper and lower front control arms, 15-inch American Racing Torque Thrust D alloy wheels with Falken ZE512 radial tires.

~ Miscellaneous: The car is finished in Ford’s Highland Green paint with a black interior that replicates the original car. All new carpets have been installed, and the front and rear seats have been reupholstered and re-bolstered. The Heidt independent rear suspension features in-board mounted rear disc brakes. A tilt steering column with a custom steering wheel and specially designed instruments with the Bullitt logo installed in the original dash cluster complete the interior appointments. The body has been tastefully de-chromed and “Bullitt” replaces the original “Mustang” identification on the rear deck lid.


TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED ON LINE, USING OUR SECURE FORM, BY CALLING THE INTERNATIONAL MOTOR RACING RESEARCH CENTER @ 607-535-9044,OR BY MAIL: INTERNATIONAL MOTOR RACING RESEARCH CENTER, 610 S. DECATUR STREET, WATKINS GLEN, NY, 14891. PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO "IMRRC" OR INCLUDE COMPLETE CREDIT CARD INFORMATION. REMEMBER TO INCLUDE A PHONE NUMBER WHERE YOU CAN BE REACHED.

PLEASE NOTE: THE WINNER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL TAXES AND FEES ASSOCIATED WITH THE MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION, AS WELL AS THE PICKUP OR TRANSPORTATION OF THE VEHICLE FROM WATKINS GLEN, NY, WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DRAWING.


686 posted on 05/28/2011 8:02:07 AM PDT by Chode (American Hedonist - *DTOM* -ww- NO Pity for the LAZY)
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-7IEPTAoTg


687 posted on 05/28/2011 1:11:44 PM PDT by Doogle ((USAF.68-73..8th TFW Ubon Thailand..never store a threat you should have eliminated))
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love it... ever count the times they pass the VW???
688 posted on 05/28/2011 2:22:03 PM PDT by Chode (American Hedonist - *DTOM* -ww- NO Pity for the LAZY)
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To: Chode

4 cameras....ahhhhh...4..*smiles*


689 posted on 05/28/2011 3:08:02 PM PDT by Doogle ((USAF.68-73..8th TFW Ubon Thailand..never store a threat you should have eliminated))
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To: Chode

Indy 500 (American F-1) live thread.

Where is it?


690 posted on 05/29/2011 8:10:00 AM PDT by ROCKLOBSTER (Celebrate "Republicans freed the Slaves Month")
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Indy 500 thread:

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/chat/2726809/posts?page=1


691 posted on 05/29/2011 9:33:13 AM PDT by ROCKLOBSTER (Celebrate "Republicans freed the Slaves Month")
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To: Chode; atc23; Bad~Rodeo; Betis70; bobby.223; bobt7818; brf1; briankk; cld51860; ColdOne; ...
to say that i am pizzed off would be the understatement of the year!!!

i din't check the batteries in my film camera so had to use this...

and to top it all off... the Kid only did TWO FRIGGIN LAPS!

Smoke did much better in on his F1 trip out than Lewis did on his NASCAR rice...

NO TRACK RECORD TODAY... 8^(





692 posted on 06/14/2011 1:27:20 PM PDT by Chode (American Hedonist - *DTOM* -ww- NO Pity for the LAZY)
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p.s. if ya watch speed, look at the top of the grandstands across from the pits for a black and red McLaren flag...
693 posted on 06/14/2011 1:30:24 PM PDT by Chode (American Hedonist - *DTOM* -ww- NO Pity for the LAZY)
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p.p.s. Coulthard was driving a Vette type chase car and damn near destroyed it... he lost it and got it back again but it was this || close!!!
694 posted on 06/14/2011 1:34:54 PM PDT by Chode (American Hedonist - *DTOM* -ww- NO Pity for the LAZY)
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nice....how did that F1 car sound in person?....been awhile for me


695 posted on 06/14/2011 2:25:07 PM PDT by Doogle ((USAF.68-73..8th TFW Ubon Thailand..never store a threat you should have eliminated))
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i think it is limited to 17K but it was still the sweetest sound heard here at the Glen since they left.

it sounded very close in the GOTT VER DAMN FOG TOOO(actually low clouds) and was a miracle it even came off at all

the echo of the single car on the track was wonderful and with the cool air it snapped pretty good btwn gears

Smoke had a much easier time after he got it rolling(stalled once then pushed away the second time) accelerating up the hill and through the esses as Lewis was never full throttle through there and it was his first time with straight cut gears

oh, yeah.. they ran THE LONG TRACK FOR BOTH CARS!!!

NASCAR NEVER uses the long track

but to answer your question again, it sounded that same sweet song you remember... 8^)

696 posted on 06/14/2011 2:48:05 PM PDT by Chode (American Hedonist - *DTOM* -ww- NO Pity for the LAZY)
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..sweet....it’s something special to hear a lone car....I remember being a Brands Hatch back in the early 70’s and hearing a lone Ferrari go through the corner of South Bank..up the hill Pilgrims Drop out towards Hawthone....then quiet...then pick him up again somewhere around Dingle Dell...into Sterlings...up through the gears and under the bridge at Clearings

AHHHHH memories....*smiles*...sweet sweet early 70’s Ferrari’s


697 posted on 06/14/2011 3:14:59 PM PDT by Doogle ((USAF.68-73..8th TFW Ubon Thailand..never store a threat you should have eliminated))
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a good slide show... (not mine) http://yfrog.com/kec0qjj


698 posted on 06/14/2011 3:18:43 PM PDT by Chode (American Hedonist - *DTOM* -ww- NO Pity for the LAZY)
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nothing like the sound of 12 cylinders...
699 posted on 06/14/2011 3:21:19 PM PDT by Chode (American Hedonist - *DTOM* -ww- NO Pity for the LAZY)
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Thanks, watching now on Speed. It looks nasty. Got to remember that the F1 car has max down force, soften settings and real rain tires. This will be interesting with the Stock Car on wets.


700 posted on 06/14/2011 5:24:30 PM PDT by Lockbox (`)
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