From Mikeys PR guy...
Michael Waltrip And Jasper Form Waltrip-Jasper Company: President and CEO of Michael Waltrip Racing, Inc., Michael Waltrip and President of JASPER, Doug Bawel, announced today they have formed Waltrip-Jasper Racing Company, LLC.
Waltrip-Jasper Racing will field the #55 NAPA AUTO PARTS NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Dodge in 2006, driven by Waltrip. Bawel has been in racing for over 15 years, previously as an owner of Penske-Jasper Racing Companys #77 Kodak Dodge. Bawel will serve on the Board of Directors and will be active in business management and sanctioning body relationships for the new company. I have been in the sport as a driver for 22 years and the logical progression for me was ownership at the highest ..........
Also...Former DEInc. Executive, Ty Norris Joins Waltrip-Jasper Company Along With Veteran Crew Chief Larry Carter: Additionally, Waltrip-Jasper Racing has created their own team of people. The foundation of Waltrip-Jasper Racing is sculpted with experienced people vested in NASCAR. Ty Norris, former EVP of Dale Earnhardt, Inc. will serve as the general manager overseeing the operation.
Waltrips long-time confidant, Bobby Kennedy will serve as the Competition Director and Larry Carter, a veteran crew chief, has also been contracted by Waltrip-Jasper Racing to be a part of the team. I know how intense this business is and I am prepared for the challenge, Waltrip said. I am committed to being successful as an owner and I think the industry will recognize that when they see the caliber of personnel and sponsors I am bringing into this organization. But, there are a lot of days when I anticipate I will need my sense of humor, so I believe I will keep it. - Michael Waltrip Racing PR
Ahhh yes, the old sand or humidity in the shutter works. Cameras are more delicate than women, ya gotta take care of and protect them. LOL I've had my 35mm for probably 20 years, but I baby it.