the official Nascar thread.

[Mislaffsalot]

Congrats to Jeff Burton. His win was well deserved and loooong overdue. And as for talks about seeing the black #3 out on the track again....I dunno how I feel about that. I don't think anyone should be able to use that number ever again except for perhaps Dale Jr. It would be very odd to see it at first, but I think eventually most fans would be very happy to see the #3 cruising around the track again....but I wonder, how does Dale Jr really feel about that?

[lk70]

Congrats to Jeff Burton. His win was well deserved and loooong overdue. And as for talks about seeing the black #3 out on the track again....I dunno how I feel about that. I don't think anyone should be able to use that number ever again except for perhaps Dale Jr. It would be very odd to see it at first, but I think eventually most fans would be very happy to see the #3 cruising around the track again....but I wonder, how does Dale Jr really feel about that?

Word is it will be black and red and carry Budweiser as the sponsor. Harvick would stay in the black Goodwrench Chevy. So not as spooky as it would first seem. I imagine Dale Jr feels just fine about it. I imagine he'd see it as honoring his daddy. He's never been spooky about his dad's death really. Daytona is his favorite track even though his dad died there. He had no trouble running the black paint scheme on his number 8 on father's day this year. Now THAT was spooky.

I'm torn on resurrecting the 3. Big E was my favorite driver and it seems like the number 3 should always mean Big E. But I'm not sure Nascar should retire numbers. It's up to RCR anyway- they paid to register that number and they've continued to hold it all this time.

[PokeyinMich]

My pennies worth here. I actually would like to see the 3 turning left again. I understand the sentiment of his fans, but I can't imagine any better testament than to see his number driven as an active racer. I will ask what you think Earnhart would have thought about retiring that number? I agree LK seeing the black 8 was different but I did like it. I don't think theresa was in agreement to anyone including Jr using the number. I do think it would be sad to see it not running up in the top group. It was kind of sad when Big E didn't do wo well, back when he was racing. Oh well. No change necessary.

[TckleBelly2006]

i think earnhardt jr. is making a name for himself in the 8. i think it would be great for jr to be in the 3, but i think people will easily remember him as the driver of the #8 budweiser chevy under DEI. that's just the way i see it.

[lk70]

I don't think theresa was in agreement to anyone including Jr using the number.


It's not up to Theresa. RCR owns that number, not DEI. And JR and Theresa haven't really ever seen eye to eye, which is why I imagine he'd be happier at RCR. Remember Dale Sr never raced for DEI either, he owned it. Just like Kevin Harvick owns his own race team, but races for RCR.

I think SR would be pleased to see JR with RCR and in the 3.

[jd58]

congrats. to tony on the win at kansas. also to the 2nd place at knoxville saturday night(9-30) in his late model dirt car.

[lk70]

ROFLMAO...Such a commanding lead he coasted across the finish line with no gas. I've never seen such a thing. And Mears too! What a crack up!

[slacker2114]

Yeah, I damn near died watching that, it was so funny. Lucky for Stewart he had that 17 second lead or he would've been screwed. Definitly one of the more memorable finishes I've ever seen.

[jd58]

has anyone heard anything about jack rouch talking to boston red sox owner (john henry) and his group about buying at least part of rouch racing?

[TckleBelly2006]

i did hear about that, and it wouldn't suprise me if more teams have more companions to help out other teams in nextel cup. oh, did everyone hear also about mark martin leaving roush? it might be sad, but i think he did what he needed to do. he is driving for mb2 motorsports for 22 races next season.

[isabeau]

well it's a night race tonight..i love night races..

and did Dale Earnhardt get injured in last week's crash?

[slacker2114]

No, he wasn't hurt. And on top of that, he was a class act about the whole thing. He's getting so much like his dad.

MAN, I wish I could've heard what Mark was saying after he got wrecked! I was in a bar and couldn't hear it but he looked PISSED.

And poor Jeffy blew his motor....BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA lk70 said the only thing that would've made it better was if when he blew it, he would've taken Jimmy Johnson with him, and I totally agree.

[isabeau]

well i didn't see poor Mark wreck..but i did see Dale Jarrett..and was he ever pissed..which is rare for him..i've never seen him lose his temper..i couldn't stay up for all the race..and wowow were there ever wrecks constantly..i knew there would be, with that narrow lane..even during the first lap..so who won? and tsk tsk Slacker..i like Jimmy...

[PokeyinMich]

The winner was Kasey Kahne.

[lk70]

Lots of cautions in both the Busch and Cup race this weekend. The Busch race also had three red flags and went 204 laps. It was really wacky too- all sorts of things needing to be reviewed by Nascar while the cars just sat on the track and waited.

I didn't get to watch the Cup race as closely due to some happy distractions but I think I could have my back to a tv and still sense when there's smoke coming from Gordon's car. It's like this warm fuzzy feeling that creeps over me....ok I'll stop. But slacker quotes me correctly- someday I hope to see the 24 and 48 take each other out and I'll be one happy camper.

Oh and Izzy- be happy you didn't see Mark's crash. It was a DOOZY. He hit the wall so hard the car went airborn for just a little bit. A really hard hit.

I'm predicting Burton for the championship. I know- big leap isn't it?

[slacker2114]

I didn't get to watch the Cup race as closely due to some happy distractions but I think I could have my back to a tv and still sense when there's smoke coming from Gordon's car. It's like this warm fuzzy feeling that creeps over me....ok I'll stop. But slacker quotes me correctly- someday I hope to see the 24 and 48 take each other out and I'll be one happy camper.

Funny you should say that because I distinctly remember I wasn't even looking at the tv and suddenly I turned my head and saw that smoke coming from his car. It really WAS a warm fuzzy feeling to see that. Luckily, I didn't get to hear his whining about it afterwards.

And you're right izzy, DJ did look mad. I've seen it happen a few times before, but usually he's pretty funny when he gets mad. Didn't get to hear his comments either. But considering where i was at the time, I'll take the lack of sound any day.

[slacker2114]

Update: I just read about Mark's interview on nascar.com. I agree with the reporters...he should get checked for head injuries. Here I thought he was mad and instead he was smiling and saying the Cup just wasn't meant for him and talking about how much fun he was having. Damn, that hurts that he got pushed away from a championship yet again. I need a hug. :(

[isabeau]

Update: I just read about Mark's interview on nascar.com. I agree with the reporters...he should get checked for head injuries. Here I thought he was mad and instead he was smiling and saying the Cup just wasn't meant for him and talking about how much fun he was having. Damn, that hurts that he got pushed away from a championship yet again. I need a hug. :(

yikes..poor Mark..i hope he is ok..he is my favorite. and darn it, he was only ten points from the championship....i need a hug also...

[lk70]

Big group hug for everyone who wanted to see Martin get the championship...

:grouphug:

[PokeyinMich]

Maybe Kasey Kahne wasn't the only winner during this particular Nascar race. :woot:



Lots of cautions in both the Busch and Cup race this weekend. The Busch race also had three red flags and went 204 laps. It was really wacky too- all sorts of things needing to be reviewed by Nascar while the cars just sat on the track and waited.

I didn't get to watch the Cup race as closely due to some happy distractions but I think I could have my back to a tv and still sense when there's smoke coming from Gordon's car. It's like this warm fuzzy feeling that creeps over me....ok I'll stop. But slacker quotes me correctly- someday I hope to see the 24 and 48 take each other out and I'll be one happy camper.

Oh and Izzy- be happy you didn't see Mark's crash. It was a DOOZY. He hit the wall so hard the car went airborn for just a little bit. A really hard hit.

I'm predicting Burton for the championship. I know- big leap isn't it?

[lk70]

Maybe Kasey Kahne wasn't the only winner during this particular Nascar race. :woot:

Hush you.

[slacker2114]

Yes, I would say this was definitly a race I will never forget.

And thanks for the hug, lk. I needed that. :xpulcy:

[jd58]

Big group hug for everyone who wanted to see Martin get the championship...

:grouphug:

hey, how about us jeff goedon fans?

[slacker2114]

hey, how about us jeff goedon fans?


NO HUGS FOR YOU!! You get laughed at....heheh

[PokeyinMich]

Hush you.

I am hushed and we'll see how long that lasts :bump: , appropriately, Ms. 70.

And I say that for the next 5 races I am going to be a J Burton fan. Good guy that does it the right way, in my humble opinion.

[lk70]

hey, how about us jeff goedon fans?

What about you? You had your time to shine and it's over now!!! I'll take it easy on you only because of those pics of Tony's sprint car you sent. But just for now. Next time he hits the wall, I'm right back on the I hate Gordon bandwagon. Slacker's driving that bandwagon, by the way.

[lk70]

I am hushed and we'll see how long that lasts :bump: , appropriately, Ms. 70.

And I say that for the next 5 races I am going to be a J Burton fan. Good guy that does it the right way, in my humble opinion.

I'd like to see an RCR car get it and Burton would be great. But you all know by now, since the 20 isn't in it, I'll be ok with anyone who isn't a part of Hendrick Motor Sports.

[slacker2114]

Ain't she sweet? Seriously though, I agree. Burton reminds me a lot of #6 so I would be glad to see him win.

As far as the bandwagon goes, I think I may be the one who started the PA chapter. And since lk hates him so much, she gets to ride shotgun.

[jd58]

What about you? You had your time to shine and it's over now!!! I'll take it easy on you only because of those pics of Tony's sprint car you sent. But just for now. Next time he hits the wall, I'm right back on the I hate Gordon bandwagon. Slacker's driving that bandwagon, by the way.


take it easy on those wagons.they're easy to fall off. hehe!!

[isabeau]

Ain't she sweet? Seriously though, I agree. Burton reminds me a lot of #6 so I would be glad to see him win.
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well since Mark is probably out..i hope Jeff Burton wins also..i like his brother better however..where on earth is he anyway? i love his accent..it's funny, two brothers, but they have rather different accents..

[TckleBelly2006]

man, so negative to mark? he isn't out of it quite yet. anything can happen in those next 5 races and if jeff burton and matt kenseth have a bad race, mark is back in it. as for jeff gordon and hendrick motorsports, jeff is just having bad luck, and so is jimmie johnson. everyone hates them so much, but i mean, jimmie has ran well not to win a championship and other than martin is the best driver not to win one. but oh well.

but i hope jeff burton gets it over matt kenseth. just my take.

[lk70]

man, so negative to mark? he isn't out of it quite yet. anything can happen in those next 5 races and if jeff burton and matt kenseth have a bad race, mark is back in it. as for jeff gordon and hendrick motorsports, jeff is just having bad luck, and so is jimmie johnson. everyone hates them so much, but i mean, jimmie has ran well not to win a championship and other than martin is the best driver not to win one. but oh well.

but i hope jeff burton gets it over matt kenseth. just my take.

I believe that Jeff Gordon earned every little bit of disdain people have for him. He's a damn good driver but that whiny little voice is like nails on a chalk board and his latest comments about JR probably even made some of his die hard fans cringe. Jimmie...well that's partially a case of guilt by association I suspect. Jeff Gordon was his mentor and Jimmie just soaked up it too well.

Ever since Knaus got suspended this year, though, I think Jimmie matured a bit. He doesn't bug me as much as he used to or nearly as much as Gordon does, but as a GREAT MAN once said "there'd be nothing better than to see the two of them lock bumpers and hit the wall together." (paraphrase)

[slacker2114]

He doesn't bug me as much as he used to or nearly as much as Gordon does, but as a GREAT MAN once said "there'd be nothing better than to see the two of them lock bumpers and hit the wall together." (paraphrase)


I remember that quote, though I think there was more to it. :D And that staement still holds true.

And yes, I realize Mark isn't out of it yet. Believe me, I've been a Mark Martin fan for many years. Very little would make me happier than to see him win it. I'm not just pulling for him to win, I'm pulling for others to badly screw up so he can win. And I'll NEVER stop pulling for whiny 24 to kiss the wall each and every race. Not to see him hurt. Just to see him OUT of the race.

[jd58]

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well since Mark is probably out..i hope Jeff Burton wins also..i like his brother better however..where on earth is he anyway? i love his accent..it's funny, two brothers, but they have rather different accents..

ward has signed with a ride for next year. i believe it's with michael waltrup.
if it's not michael someone please correct me.

[jd58]

jeff gordon and jr will be on wind tunnel sunday nite 10-22 8:00pm cst. on speed.

[lk70]

jeff gordon and jr will be on wind tunnel sunday nite 10-22 8:00pm cst. on speed.

TIVO ALERT!

[PokeyinMich]

OK, out on an early limb for Martinsville. How about, and I dont' know why, just a feeling, but:

1. #2 Kurt Busch

2. #31 Jeff Burton

3. #20 Tony the Tiger (or so LK says)

What do you think, before qualifying?

[lk70]

OK, out on an early limb for Martinsville. How about, and I dont' know why, just a feeling, but:

1. #2 Kurt Busch

2. #31 Jeff Burton

3. #20 Tony the Tiger (or so LK says)

What do you think, before qualifying?

I think I don't much care for Kurt Busch, Pokey. I'm gonna give it to Harvick actually.

[jd58]

i kind of thought mark was out of it but he's only 106 points out so he's still has a chance.
jeff gordon at martinsville for the win!

[lk70]

i kind of thought mark was out of it but he's only 106 points out so he's still has a chance.
jeff gordon at martinsville for the win!

Nope, not Gordon. But almost as bad. :disgust:

[PokeyinMich]

Not a bad race, although I couldn't have been further off, but that isn't unusual. Kiss of death when Busch won the pole. Hope the 6 car can make a run for it, but history says no. On to Atlanta!

[lk70]

What is this? No one here celebrating Tony's win? Not only did Tony win the cup race, but he also won the IROC Championship on Saturday. jd58 tells me he's also secured the million dollars for 11th place this weekend as well. I'm not sure how much he won for the Cup race, but the IROC Championship pays $1 million and 11th pays $1 million. Not bad for a fat boy.

But WAIT there's more good news! Had the joy of watching the episode of Wind Tunnel with Dave Despain that featured Jeff Gordon. A fan (a 24 fan I might add) wrote in to tell Jeff to stop whining so much. So Despain says "what do you say Jeff? Are you a whiner?" And Jeff says (verbatim in that whiny voice of his),

"I agree. I am. I whine too much sometimes."

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHA! Gee, ya think? Snort.

But wait, there's more. Most of you don't know this, but I'm not fan of Robbie Gordon either- another whiny b*stard. Nascar is currently investigating the driver of the Harrah's no. 7 car to determine if he intentionally threw roll bar padding out of his car to bring out the caution with 35 to go. If so, he screwed Jeff Burton royally but won himself the lucky dog and eventually a no. 10 finish. I watched the video and it sure looks mighty suspicious.

A fabulous weekend all the way around, despite my being hideously ill and sleeping much of it away.

[slacker2114]

Oh stop fishing for it. I congratulated you on your driver's wins this weekend. :p Sheesh, if I didn't like you so much, I'd say you're starting to whine like someone else mentioned above. :imouttahe

(oh, i'm gonna pay for that comment)

[lk70]

(oh, i'm gonna pay for that comment)

yes. yes you are.

[PokeyinMich]

OK, tony can drive a car. OK, any kind of car. But can he cook a good steak? I guess with so many million he don't have to. LK get to feeling better.

[lk70]

OK, tony can drive a car. OK, any kind of car. But can he cook a good steak? I guess with so many million he don't have to. LK get to feeling better.

Can he cook a good steak? Are you kidding my friend? You can get Tony Stewart BBQ sauce and beef jerky - right here!

http://www.smoke20.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=6000

[kered]

Tony Stewart won again. But more importantly...........The great Ward Burton answered the call and is back in action. I told you guys he would be back!!!!

[lk70]

Tony won again, as kered pointed out. And he's got himself a personal trainer and he's lookin FINE. I know I like the fat boys, but day-um, turns out he looks better a few pounds lighter. His face is less puffy.

But more importantly, he WON AGAIN. Unquestionably the best driver out there right now.

[PokeyinMich]

Congratulations to the 20 camp. They are the best team running in or out of the chase right now. :bowing: :bowing:

[jd58]

well congrats to k. harvick on yesterdays win. it looks like jimmie's going to be champion. he only has to place 12th or better at homestead.
as a jeff gordon fan i've been disappointed in his chase run but then he did have 3 bad races. you can't do that and win the championship.oh well, there's 07.
as of today there are 97 until the daytona 500.( feb. 18th ) that means i have 97 days to turn lk70 into a jeff gordon fan :D .
i heard a rumor that yates racing might only race the 38 car next year and that rcr racing are interested in maybe buying the 88 team.

[slacker2114]

You have as much chance of making lk a 24 fan as you do me, which is NONE. But don't take my word for it. Just ask her. :D By the way, I heard a VERY interesting story about Gordon last night that I'm sure she'll pass on to you as well.

Johnson winning the championship....BOO! I'm pulling for him to get a DNF personally. And sometimes, dreams DO come true. I sure hope this is one of those times. I'm pulling for either Harvick or Jr in this since Mark is out of it now. Guess we'll see next week.

[isabeau]

Well only one race left..my guess is Jimmy Johnson will win..if my Mark Martin can't win, then he is the next best thing..

two words guys....yuck on Jeff Gordon and Tony Stewart..also i was very glad to see Ward back..hopefully he will be back next year as well..

[jd58]

well congrats to k. harvick on yesterdays win. it looks like jimmie's going to be champion. he only has to place 12th or better at homestead.
as a jeff gordon fan i've been disappointed in his chase run but then he did have 3 bad races. you can't do that and win the championship.oh well, there's 07.
as of today there are 97 until the daytona 500.( feb. 18th ) that means i have 97 days to turn lk70 into a jeff gordon fan :D .
i heard a rumor that yates racing might only race the 38 car next year and that rcr racing are interested in maybe buying the 88 team.


i have to correct myself. it's not RCR. it's DEI. OPP'S

[lk70]

As the beast up there mentioned, I have a Jeff Gordon story for you all.

It's been confirmed he's gay. He was caught in the infield performing oral sex on another man.

The rest of the drivers said, "well, if he can't win a race, at least he can have the pole."

[isabeau]

As the beast up there mentioned, I have a Jeff Gordon story for you all.

It's been confirmed he's gay. He was caught in the infield performing oral sex on another man.

The rest of the drivers said, "well, if he can't win a race, at least he can have the pole."

um are you serious? :poke3:

[lk70]

I checked my old posts at the beginning of the season and I predicted JJ for the championship. I hope I don't have some special powers I don't know about and caused this to happen.

It is important to note though, that it's by no means a shoo-in. He could still lose. And that would please me. But really, I've said it several times and I still feel the same way. I don't hate Johnson like I used to. I still hate Chad Knaus though and as long as he and Johnson are a team, Johnson is out of luck.

jd58 - you can wish and hope and plot and plan all you want, but you won't find me in the Jeff Gordon camp anytime soon, the whiny runt.

[Iwant2Btickled]

Amen to that LK! I also don't want JJ to win this year.. he's so freaking obnoxious. If Mark is out, then I too must root for Junior or Harvick. I just haven't really been watching much this year..it makes me sick to my stomach to see Kurt Busch driving Rusty's car!!! I wish they would have changed it somehow, made it a little different. That will always be Rusty's car in my eyes.. and that obnoxious little rodent is driving it. yuck. If it wasn't for JR, Kahne and Sadler, I wouldn't watch at all.

RW #2 forever...

[jd58]

good luck to everyone in the race on sunday.

[isabeau]

Well Jimmy is the new Nextel Nascar Champion for 2006..it's been a great year of nascar..how many weeks is Daytona? hehe..

[lk70]

No, Izzy, that thing about Jeff Gordon was a joke.

Congrats to JJ on his championship. Is it just me, or does it seem a little darker and grayer outside now that Nascar is over?

Daytona 500 is Feb 18. If only I could hibernate til then.

[PokeyinMich]

It was a pretty good year for Nascar and 2007 should really be fun with the "Car of the Future" making its firts appearance at Bristol. Yea, I have to congratulate the 48 crew also, they really did some amazing things, like winning Daytonna withouth its Crewchief. So, Its only a couple of months off now and we can start making our boasts after the holidays. You are a really fun bunch to share with. I wish for you a wonderful Christmas season and may our New Year be very special for each of you!!! :wavingguy :couch: So, until a few weeks down the road, I think ESPN is throwing their hat into the ring this year with Fox? :wavingguy

[Mislaffsalot]

I'm ready for February. The off season for racing is so short.....but so looooong.

[PokeyinMich]

I noticed while traveling this week that the 29 car has picked up Shell as a major sponsor. Not very important but been too long to not say anything about Nascar. :sowrong:

[isabeau]

i can't wait either Miss-laff-a-lot...but i'll miss Mark..sighs..

Pokey i dont' understand?

[slacker2114]

That's the good thing about us football fans. We have something to watch until about 2 weeks before Daytona, though I must admit I'm anticipating the next season quite a bit. Must have something to do with Pittsburgh not making the playoffs. :sowrong:

[PokeyinMich]

i can't wait either Miss-laff-a-lot...but i'll miss Mark..sighs..

Pokey i dont' understand?


Just being silly Isabeau. I drove down to Wilmington NC and everytime I stopped to get gas at a Shell station they have a big sign up saying that they are proud to be back into the Nascar scene as they are now sponsoring the number 29 (Kevin Harvick) car. The other part was I had not posted anything about Nascar so I posted that just to say anything about Nascar. Me, being silly in the wrong section, lol.


And Slacker, I agree, the bowl season and Superbowl do are very enjoyable parts of the season.

[jd58]

bobby Hamilton sr. died yesterday 1-7-07 of cancer. he was a former cup driver and the"04 truck champion. he was 49

[isabeau]

bobby Hamilton sr. died yesterday 1-7-07 of cancer. he was a former cup driver and the"04 truck champion. he was 49

i heard that..how very sad...and only 49 years old..

[PokeyinMich]

In honor of our friend LK and until she kicks my butt for infringing on her area........33 days until Daytona as of today 1-16-07

[TiCKleMaN87]

bobby Hamilton sr. died yesterday 1-7-07 of cancer. he was a former cup driver and the"04 truck champion. he was 49

If that wasn't enoiugh, Former Cup Champion Benny Barsons passed way this morning (1-16-07) of lung cancer. He was 65.

[isabeau]

If that wasn't enoiugh, Former Cup Champion Benny Barsons passed way this morning (1-16-07) of lung cancer. He was 65.

i heard that..was he also an announcer? i can't seem to picture him..

[TiCKleMaN87]

i heard that..was he also an announcer? i can't seem to picture him..


Yes he was. Here is a pic, that should help

[jd58]

In honor of our friend LK and until she kicks my butt for infringing on her area........33 days until Daytona as of today 1-16-07

it's now 32 days and counting as of today 1-17-07

am i going to be the only JG fan on hear again this year? i feel kind of abused. anyway jr. wants part ownership in DEI and i think he should have it.
tony won the chili bowl miget race over this last weekend and jj yeley was 2nd.

my prayers go out to the families of bobby and benny!

[PokeyinMich]

I concur with the prayers for those families and I understand Jr. wanting a part of the ownership, but either way, he might want to drive for a different group anyway. Be better for him and DEI, I think. And, I am not a jg fan either. :eek: But sure glad you are on here and talking.

[Mislaffsalot]

My goodness, I hope we don't lose anyone else in the business before the official start of the season. It's sad to lose folks you see every weekend on tv. They become like family...especially in Nascar racing where everyone really is like family. My heart goes out to their loved ones. They will be missed.

But bring on Daytona!

[PokeyinMich]

My goodness, I hope we don't lose anyone else in the business before the official start of the season. It's sad to lose folks you see every weekend on tv. They become like family...especially in Nascar racing where everyone really is like family. My heart goes out to their loved ones. They will be missed.

But bring on Daytona!


You sure do brighten up a room Mislaffsalot. 29 days and counting on 1-19-07.

[Mislaffsalot]

^ Why thank you, kind sir. :triangle:

[kered]

Getting ready to Boogity!!!!!

[isabeau]

Yes he was. Here is a pic, that should help

ah that's who i thought it was..i'm sorry he died, i never liked him but i still am sorry he died..i like the first half of the tv coverage of nascar better than when NBC takes over in mid-july...

LK70 we miss you...hope you are also counting down the days to Daytona..

[jd58]

ah that's who i thought it was..i'm sorry he died, i never liked him but i still am sorry he died..i like the first half of the tv coverage of nascar better than when NBC takes over in mid-july...

LK70 we miss you...hope you are also counting down the days to Daytona..

NBC will know longer be broadcasting races. it's going to be ESPN again.

boogity,boogity,boogity, lets go racing ( did spell boogity right? ) hehe!
25 days until the daytona 500 YEE HAW!!!!!!

[kered]

And I know everyone is thrilled at the triumphant return of the great Ward Burton! Even Isabeau. :twohugs:

[Mislaffsalot]

Did ya see the rule changes? Now there will be 12 drivers in the Chase instead of 10, and Nascar will be awarding more points for winning a race. For complete details check out nascar.com. :)

[isabeau]

And I know everyone is thrilled at the triumphant return of the great Ward Burton! Even Isabeau. :twohugs:

o yes definitely i am...i love his accent..isn't it strange that Jeff and he have rather different accents? Ward's is more pronounced..i missed him last year..

ahh Mislaffalott, thanks for telling us about those new rules..

[PokeyinMich]

Both Ward and Jeff are good folks. I never have any problem with either of them winning. I am glad Ward is back he is a fun interview when they talk to him. Course The Bud race is Feb 10, pretty close. Really looking forward to the start. Don't know if I agree with adding 2 more entries in the chase but I really like the more points for winning a race. Just a couple of cents from ole Pokey!!

Boooggg How does that go Kered?

[jd58]

o yes definitely i am...i love his accent..isn't it strange that Jeff and he have rather different accents? Ward's is more pronounced..i missed him last year..

ahh Mislaffalott, thanks for telling us about those new rules..

his accent is because according to jeff. when they were growing up wards bedroom was in the most southern part of the house. hehe!!!

how many days now?

i hear lk is taking some time off the forum? if this is ture i would like to crown izzy in as temporary nascar queen until lk,s return. all in favor say I.

[kered]

Much as I wuv Izzy, Lynnie-Poo is Queen of NASCAR. Izzy is the Duchess of NASCAR and Steward until Lynne returns.


Boogity Boogity Boogity...Let's go racin', boys!!!

[isabeau]

Much as I wuv Izzy, Lynnie-Poo is Queen of NASCAR. Izzy is the Duchess of NASCAR and Steward until Lynne returns.


Boogity Boogity Boogity...Let's go racin', boys!!!

of course LK is the Queen of Nascar..she knows absolutely everything about it..thanks anyway JD.. being a Duchess ain't nothing to sneeze at, have you read the lifestyle of one of those???

wuv you back, Kered...:twohugs:

[Mislaffsalot]

Boogity Boogity Boogity...Let's go racin', boys!!!
Gawd, I can't wait to hear those words uttered from DW for the first time this year. :)

[lk70]

Still the Queen of Nascar huh? Even after being absent from the Kingdom? Cool. Maybe you guys could make me and Izzy crowns from old beer cans?

[jd58]

Still the Queen of Nascar huh? Even after being absent from the Kingdom? Cool. Maybe you guys could make me and Izzy crowns from old beer cans?

the cans are being emptyed as we speak! hehehe!!

[isabeau]

Still the Queen of Nascar huh? Even after being absent from the Kingdom? Cool. Maybe you guys could make me and Izzy crowns from old beer cans?


hey welcome back and just in time for the countdown to Daytona..missed you much...hmm a crown of old beer cans...

[PokeyinMich]

You know, I thought maybe LK had been forced to be nice to JG and was having to recover in rehab? Glad that wasn't the case cause I'm not sure she would have made it back. I recommend some of the souvenir #8 empty beer cans for the crowns. :angel:

[kered]

hey welcome back and just in time for the countdown to Daytona..missed you much...hmm a crown of old beer cans...
Don't worry Izzy. Pokey and I will make sure they are empty. :woot:

[PokeyinMich]

Kered, we are certainly up to that task, I believe, and in honor of our Queen and Dutchess, 21 days and 16 hours as 9:47 PM 1-27-07. I smill gasoline........no, wait, I really smell gas, darnit, they spilled some filling up the snow blower.......

[Mislaffsalot]

Actually the Bud Shootout is Feb 10th, so we don't have to wait quite so long. :veryhappy

[PokeyinMich]

Actually the Bud Shootout is Feb 10th, so we don't have to wait quite so long. :veryhappy


My dear, you are, as usual, correct. And, the 15th they run the qualifying duals. And, if it will keep Mislaffsalot posting so we can see that beautiful sig pic I may start making mistakes on purpose :p . :upsidedow

[lk70]

http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/7011/tonys48helmetzv5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Hee Hee

[isabeau]

hehe LK...funny stuff..

did you all hear that Toyota has now entered the picture? what do you all think of that?

[Mislaffsalot]

LK, I like JJ, but that pic is still funny, lol! ;)

And as far as Toyota entering the Nascar picture, I'm not sure how I feel about that yet. Ask me that question again at the end of the season.

Oh, BTW, did anyone catch any of the Rolex 24 hrs at Daytona? Gordon's team finished 3rd (his first time in this race, by the way ;) )...umm Jimmie Johnson's team was 36th and Tony Stewart's team came in 48th. Just thought I'd throw that little tidbit of info out there. :xpeepsofa :p

[naveltkltr1350]

HEY! Im a Team Hendricks (aka Hendricks Motorsports) Fan! I resent that Pic of Smoke! JJ would have won in 04 too if this new point system was in place. alas it just starts this year..another year for Team Hendricks and most likely a Championship season again for Jimmy. I even see Jeff being in the top 5. Smoke, may beat him but its all cool..as long as team monte carlo wins i am happy...since i am a member of team monte carlo myself! haha


BTW...if you ever make it to Concord, NC..check out Hendricks Motorsports shop. Really awesome! I have some great pix from there!

[jd58]

hehe LK...funny stuff..

did you all hear that Toyota has now entered the picture? what do you all think of that?

i don't think they will do all that much this year but then i'm a chevy truck guy myself.

[lk70]

MissLaffs- yes I watched a lot of the Rolex. I was hoping it would be Tony's year, but it was clear early on that it was not to be. I enjoyed the race though.

Izzy- I'm not happy about Toyota entering the field. American car manufacturers are not in good shape and I don't believe Nascar should be supporting foreign manufacturers. On the other hand, they already had Toyotas in trucks and there are various arguments to be made about where all of the cars are actually made and really wouldn't it lovely if the whole world were unified and blah blah blah. Jack Roush actually sold half interest in his racing team in order to raise money to beat Toyota. He hates them.

navel- I'm actually heading down that way in March. So far I plan to visit DEI and Kannapolis. I'm really not a Hendrick fan so I'm not planning to hit that shop. Can't be much better than DEI can it? I figured that all the race shops were probably the same, except for the museum value of DEI. Come to think of it though, I bet RCR has some stuff too. Have to look into that.

[naveltkltr1350]

Im a Chevy man..I drive a monte..this year..ontop of wanting Chevy to win every race again..lol..im pulling for the other two original makers to beat out toyota. Ford to me..is what University of Michigan is..overrated and powerless. This year tho..i wish ford and dodge the best of luck. Did anyone else see that Dodge is dropping the Charger name to bring back the Avenger?? They will run the Avenger in some races this year. Weird huh?

[jd58]

i don't know if this is new news or not. it's new to me though. threre's a new documentary on the life of Dale sr. that's suppose to be really good. that'a according to jr.it's a collaboration between teresa Earnhardt and Richard Childress. it goes from his birth right up to his death.
it's going to play every place nascar has a race this year and will air on CMT later this year.it opened in charotte already.

[jd58]

okey ladies and gentlemen,
i'm going to make some 500 predictions. these are only my opinions now so i would like to hear some of yours.

1- it's going to be between JG and tony with JG winning the 500 AGAIN!

2-i think jr. going to stuggle a little this race.

3- jeff Burton will run better than K.Harvick.

4- the toyota guys will show a little but will not be a contender.

5-Bobby Labonte- will have a good run and maybe an upset win.( wouldn't it be good to see the 43 back in victory lane at Daytona for some of us old dogs that remember when.)

6- 72 year old James Hylton will not make the race.

7- LK will not be rooting for JG to win.

8- izzy will be cheering for Ward Burton to win. if he makes the race.

[Mislaffsalot]

okey ladies and gentlemen,
i'm going to make some 500 predictions. these are only my opinions now so i would like to hear some of yours.

1- it's going to be between JG and tony with JG winning the 500 AGAIN!

2-i think jr. going to stuggle a little this race.

3- jeff Burton will run better than K.Harvick.

4- the toyota guys will show a little but will not be a contender.

5-Bobby Labonte- will have a good run and maybe an upset win.( wouldn't it be good to see the 43 back in victory lane at Daytona for some of us old dogs that remember when.)

6- 72 year old James Hylton will not make the race.

7- LK will not be rooting for JG to win.

8- izzy will be cheering for Ward Burton to win. if he makes the race.
Wow, those are some of the best predictions I've ever heard! :veryhappy ;)

[kered]

Don't count Ward out, little Missy.

[Mislaffsalot]

I am soooo excited! I just want them to be racing already!!!!

[PokeyinMich]

Izzy- I'm not happy about Toyota entering the field. American car manufacturers are not in good shape and I don't believe Nascar should be supporting foreign manufacturers. On the other hand, they already had Toyotas in trucks and there are various arguments to be made about where all of the cars are actually made and really wouldn't it lovely if the whole world were unified and blah blah blah. Jack Roush actually sold half interest in his racing team in order to raise money to beat Toyota. He hates them.

navel- I'm actually heading down that way in March. So far I plan to visit DEI and Kannapolis. I'm really not a Hendrick fan so I'm not planning to hit that shop. Can't be much better than DEI can it? I figured that all the race shops were probably the same, except for the museum value of DEI. Come to think of it though, I bet RCR has some stuff too. Have to look into that.


I am actually glad to see toyota in the mix. It is often a good thing to stir up the good'ole boys and make them renew their efforts (Rousch as an example). Look what has happend to Petty Enterprises after the King quit and they didn't pursue the same excellence apparently. Besides, I have a couple of friends from Georgetown, Ky. (home of a Toyota Plant) that would argue that they are American made. If we could eliminate all parts, technology, and sponsorship to just "American" made we would not have anywhere near the spectacle that we how have with Nascar, IMHO. OK, LK, I am braced and ready for you to unload. Good to see you back and loaded for Gasoline Alley. :veryhappy

[isabeau]

soo nice to see Ward back again..i missed him..and Mark will race on a limited basis...whoohooo....let the count down begin..

[PokeyinMich]

12 Days till Daytona but 5 days until the Budwieser shootout :upsidedow

[jd58]

i can't seem to find when qualifying is. is it this sunday 2-11 and is it on speed?
anyone with this info. please post.
thanks

[PokeyinMich]

i can't seem to find when qualifying is. is it this sunday 2-11 and is it on speed?
anyone with this info. please post.
thanks


Here is where it will likely be televised:

28. FOX, SPEED's 12 days of coverage at Daytona (January 31, 2007)

Prior to live, exclusive coverage of the Daytona 500 on Feb. 18 (2 p.m. ET), FOX Sports launches its 2007 NASCAR on FOX season under the lights of Daytona International Speedway on Feb. 10 with a prime-time presentation of The Budweiser Shootout (8 p.m. ET).

I am guessing that qualifying will be on Sat. 2/10 or Sun. 2/11 on Fox but can't find it yet. Maybe after work I'll look more. Jim

[isabeau]

Here is where it will likely be televised:

28. FOX, SPEED's 12 days of coverage at Daytona (January 31, 2007)

Prior to live, exclusive coverage of the Daytona 500 on Feb. 18 (2 p.m. ET), FOX Sports launches its 2007 NASCAR on FOX season under the lights of Daytona International Speedway on Feb. 10 with a prime-time presentation of The Budweiser Shootout (8 p.m. ET).

I am guessing that qualifying will be on Sat. 2/10 or Sun. 2/11 on Fox but can't find it yet. Maybe after work I'll look more. Jim

thanks Pokey...it's almost upon us...hard to believe in a way...

Daryl Waltrip turned sixty the other day..looks good for his age lolol..i hate that term, looks good for their age..

[PokeyinMich]

thanks Pokey...it's almost upon us...hard to believe in a way...

Daryl Waltrip turned sixty the other day..looks good for his age lolol..i hate that term, looks good for their age..

You are welcome my friend but this should even be better; long but informative if I don't mess it up, lol.

[Mislaffsalot]

Did anyone see the Chevy commercial during the Super Bowl? The one with Dale Jr. singing while driving a corvette? LOL!

[isabeau]

Did anyone see the Chevy commercial during the Super Bowl? The one with Dale Jr. singing while driving a corvette? LOL!

yes that was the only part of the commercial i thought any good...lol...

[PokeyinMich]

Yep, saw that, and said something about it and the folks we were with had to be explained as to who he was!? I still thought it was pretty good. The rest of that commercial wasn't very good, at least to me.

[Mislaffsalot]

8pm eastern (right now) the boys are picking their starting position for the Bud Shootout on SPEED. Just an FYI. :)

[PokeyinMich]

Yep Kurt Bush 19 Kasey Kahne 15 :)

[jd58]

Here is where it will likely be televised:

28. FOX, SPEED's 12 days of coverage at Daytona (January 31, 2007)

Prior to live, exclusive coverage of the Daytona 500 on Feb. 18 (2 p.m. ET), FOX Sports launches its 2007 NASCAR on FOX season under the lights of Daytona International Speedway on Feb. 10 with a prime-time presentation of The Budweiser Shootout (8 p.m. ET).

I am guessing that qualifying will be on Sat. 2/10 or Sun. 2/11 on Fox but can't find it yet. Maybe after work I'll look more. Jim

thanks pokey,
i did find it after i posted.
just me having some brain farts again!!

[jd58]

who do you think will will win the pole in tomorrow's qualifying?

good luck to all, but i'm cheering for JEFF GORDON!!!

by the way i didn't think he would be, but mark martin will be qualifying for the 500.

[isabeau]

who do you think will will win the pole in tomorrow's qualifying?

good luck to all, but i'm cheering for JEFF GORDON!!!

by the way i didn't think he would be, but mark martin will be qualifying for the 500.

whooohooooooooooooooooooooooooooo on the Mark Martin part..not on Jeff Gordhead. :manicd: ..hehe...Bud shoot-out tonight..let's get this party started...

[lk70]

I'm about half way through Speed's 10 hours of Daytona coverage for today. It feels like a long drink of water after being lost in the desert. Happiness is race season.

[PokeyinMich]

We got Tony Stewart the resident owner of the Bud Shootout again this year, congrats LK. Today we put a car on the poll.......

[TiCKleMaN87]

And.... its a Yates sweep of the front row. David Gilliland (#38) on the pole and Ricky Rudd (#88) starts second.

And for those keeping track, Boris Said (#60), Sterling Marlin (#14) & Johnny Sauter (#70) have put themselves into the 500 based on their time trial speeds.

[Iwant2Btickled]

Since I took last year basically in mourning for Rusty being gone... I suppose its time to take off my mourning clothes and jump back in. Although I have not decided to whom I will pledge my unwaivering allegiance, I too would like to see Bobby have a good year, would be neat to see the 43 back in victory lane.. and I can also root for Kurt Busch to do really bad in every single race.. I still cannot bear to look at that car with him in it!

Anyone heard what happened to Kahne and Kenseth for the illegal stuff with their cars??

Boogity Boogity, Boogity!!! :imouttahe

[jd58]

Since I took last year basically in mourning for Rusty being gone... I suppose its time to take off my mourning clothes and jump back in. Although I have not decided to whom I will pledge my unwaivering allegiance, I too would like to see Bobby have a good year, would be neat to see the 43 back in victory lane.. and I can also root for Kurt Busch to do really bad in every single race.. I still cannot bear to look at that car with him in it!

Anyone heard what happened to Kahne and Kenseth for the illegal stuff with their cars??

Boogity Boogity, Boogity!!! :imouttahe

i have to agree. it would be nice to see the 43 back in victory lane and kurt busch can't hold a candle to what rusty did in that #2.

if history repeats itself the lose of a crew chief won't matter much for the 500. these teams have so many good people that can step in.
jimmie J. proved that last year.
it sounds like M. Waltrip might have bigger trouble. nascar really frowns on messing with the engines.

[jd58]

with the cost of sponsering a cup car these days and sponser money tight. the talk is that coming down the road is cars being publicly owned.
how do you feel about this and would you invest in something like that?

me, it would have to do a lot on the people involved in running the team. i'm not going to give my money to any no-name yahoo that wants to have a race team.

[Mislaffsalot]

The Duels are tomorrow...........and I'll be at work. :(

[isabeau]

whoohooo today is the big day.....Daytona here we come..in spirit anyway...the biggest weekend in Nascar...get those engines revved up and smoking hot...

[PokeyinMich]

Tony Steward won the first of the 150's and Jeff Gorrrr, ah Jeff Gorrrrd , the #24 won the second :p :p :D Actually, should be a strong race this weekend.

[isabeau]

Tony Steward won the first of the 150's and Jeff Gorrrr, ah Jeff Gorrrrd , the #24 won the second :p :p :D Actually, should be a strong race this weekend.

are you trying to say Jeff Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr Jeff Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr damn i can't say it either....and yuck on Tony also....i'm looking so forward to this race...

Gentlemen....START YOUR ENGINES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[PokeyinMich]

are you trying to say Jeff Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr Jeff Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr damn i can't say it either....and yuck on Tony also....i'm looking so forward to this race...

Gentlemen....START YOUR ENGINES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



yea, well, I hope the Queen doesn't read this, I even misspelled Steward I mean Stewart. jeff goooorrdddd, jjjjjjeefff gooor oh well!!!!

[isabeau]

so today is the big day.....i turned on the Bush race yesterday and there were only eleven laps to go..and it wasn't quite three thirty..i was like what? didn't it seem rather short to you all as well? and damn it, Kevin Harvick won...:ranty: and Mark was in the number six car..hmmm i thought he was driving the army car this year? JD?

[Coffee]

To all my friends on here who are Nascar fans allow me to say have a great season and "Start your engines"

[RChello]

woohooooooooo! and he doesn't have to cheat either ... (ducking)

[isabeau]

woohooooooooo! and he doesn't have to cheat either ... (ducking)

booooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo we allow no Tony fans on this thread..hehe...j/k...

getting close now...Go Mark...

[RChello]

(flexing fingers and grinning fiendishly:)

[isabeau]

o god o god o god...what an ending this is turning out to be...

come on Mark baby..win win win..i cannot take this excitement...it will be his very first Daytona win...can you believe that? it's in a caution now..grrr and final laps coming up...o and they will go into overtime..hmmm i hate that busch person...

[isabeau]

well shit shit fuck fuck...where the fuck did that ass Harvick come from?????? damn damn damn....

uh sorry about the language, but i'm pissed...almost a photo finish ending..gesh...this is racing man...but damn damn damn...

[maniactickler]

I had a horrible day on my nascar fantasy pool :disgust:

[isabeau]

I had a horrible day on my nascar fantasy pool :disgust:

hmm well that's what you get for betting...

tsk tsk tsk..

[maniactickler]

hmm well that's what you get for betting...

tsk tsk tsk..

Thanks for the support! :disgust:

[PokeyinMich]

I think that is not the last time you will see RCR, in particular the 29 car in the winners circle in the Big show this year. Hated to see Mark Martin not get the win but, racing is racing, I suppose.

[lk70]

I think his not winning this race is the same reason he hasn't won it before and hasn't won a Championship. I don't think the man truly has the fighting spirit. He said when the wrecking started, he figured they'd throw the yellow. Harvick, on the other hand, kept racing as hard as he could regardless.

I do love it when a car crosses the finish line on its roof.

[PokeyinMich]

LK, there is no doubt he Martin should have put a wheel into the 29 or something but I suppose that is not his nature. I know he lost again this week but more reasonably, lol.

I sure was hoping for another photo finish between the 17 and the 29 but the mystery tire slasher kind of cut into the fun. Two weeks, two sweeps. If Tony doesn't speed thru the pits maybe he will be the next at Vegas.

I enjoyed this race pretty good Sunday. bout time racing is back. :couch:

[storm7400]

Kenseth swept the weekend and Jeff came in 2nd..............ahhh life is good! :D

[PokeyinMich]

Ah, no sweep 3 weeks in a row, although, I frankly would not have minded if Jeff Burton could have swept. It seemed like he had a chance but not enough car. RCR stole the show in Vegas in spite of the track difficulties.

[isabeau]

Kenseth swept the weekend and Jeff came in 2nd..............ahhh life is good! :D

ahh thanks for the update...and ack on Jeff lol...i forgot alll about the race yesterday...should i be shot?

[isabeau]

well hot damn...i just found out yesterday that Mark is leading in the points race...how's that for a guy who was going to retire?????? o and who won yesterday? lol

[jd58]

well hot damn...i just found out yesterday that Mark is leading in the points race...how's that for a guy who was going to retire?????? o and who won yesterday? lol

jimmie jonhson won yesterday with tony right on his heels.
mark is still leading the points with jeff gordon 2nd.
mark still says he's not going to run bristol or martinsville but we;ll see.

[lk70]

Life is too exciting. While in Charlotte last week, I got a private tour of the number 8 shop. They don't even give public tours! They don't allow pics either, but they allowed my escort to take one of me next to JR's COT for Bristol.

Go Tony.....Go JR!

You can see the pics at my racing myspace page. http://www.myspace.com/lk70

BRISTOL BABY!

[isabeau]

Life is too exciting. While in Charlotte last week, I got a private tour of the number 8 shop. They don't even give public tours! They don't allow pics either, but they allowed my escort to take one of me next to JR's COT for Bristol.

Go Tony.....Go JR!

You can see the pics at my racing myspace page. http://www.myspace.com/lk70

BRISTOL BABY!

hey Lynn....that sounds like sooo much fun...i envy you that..thanks for the pics.....

however don't go Tony lol....but yea i'll agree about JR....

and would you believe Mark is number one in points and didn't race last weekend????? sighs..the year he is leading he decides to do only limited racing...ahh such is my luck..

[kered]

Don't feel too down, Izzy. Here is a little something to pick you up.

Ward Burton!!

[isabeau]

Don't feel too down, Izzy. Here is a little something to pick you up.

Ward Burton!!

whooohoooo thanks brother....you know i wuv him...and wow he looks rather hot in that pic lol...

[jd58]

well, it's texas next and i'll be there.
is anyone else here going to be there to?

anyone think m.waltip will make the race?
jeff gordon has never won at texas i think it's his turn.

anyway texas here i come. yee haw!!!!

[lk70]

As a matter of fact, I will be at the Texas race. I fly out Thursday night and have a meeting with some speedway folks on Friday, then they've comped me tickets for the rest of the weekend. Life is good!

As for this past weekend, that was the perfect chance for Gordon and Johnson to wreck each other and it didn't happen. :disgust:

[PokeyinMich]

I really enjoyed the Nashville Busch race yesterday. Carl Edwards still won, but that doesn't bother me at all, really. Pretty fun race to watch, especially since no Cup race today. Here is the top 10 from that race yesterday.


FIN ST CAR DRIVER MAKE SPONSOR PTS/BNS LAPS STATUS
1 8 60 Carl Edwards Ford Dish Network 195/10 225 Running
2 5 99 David Reutimann Toyota Aaron's Dream Machine 175/5 225 Running
3 15 10 Dave Blaney Toyota Fan1st.com 165/0 225 Running
4 11 38 Jason Leffler Toyota Great Clips 165/5 225 Running
5 16 4 Regan Smith Chevrolet Ginn Resorts 160/5 225 Running
6 12 88 Shane Huffman Chevrolet U.S. Navy 155/5 225 Running
7 14 29 Scott Wimmer Chevrolet Holiday Inn 151/5 225 Running
8 7 90 Stephen Leicht Ford CitiFinancial 142/0 225 Running
9 9 35 Bobby Hamilton Jr. Ford McDonald's 138/0 225 Running

[jd58]

michal waltrip was charged with reckless driving and not reporting an accident after rolling his car last saturday nite.

[lk70]

Mikey is having one hell of a horrible year. I feel so bad for him.

[PokeyinMich]

I agree LK, i wish he could at least make another race.........but he knew it wasn't going to be easy, he just didn't know that he would have to start in the whole so far.

[isabeau]

I agree LK, i wish he could at least make another race.........but he knew it wasn't going to be easy, he just didn't know that he would have to start in the whole so far.

what happened to Mike??? other than the hit and run accident...is he out???

[lk70]

what happened to Mike??? other than the hit and run accident...is he out???

He hasn't qualified since Daytona. This past weekend they didn't have qualifying because of the tornados so he had to go home again. On top of that, Reutimann's car was really good and almost certainly would have qualified but he also had to go home because of the weather.

That was the first time I had ever watched the "go home" cars actually pack up and leave the race track at the same time I did.

[lk70]

What a blast!

I arrived at the track Friday morning around 10:30 where I was given my credentials and then a tour of the track and grounds. Then I talked some business with the sales manager for awhile then I was on my own with VIP access.

I walked around the vendor area taking pictures of people and their dogs. Then I watched Cup practice from my suite. I hung out in the suite hopeful that qualifying would go off and even more hopeful that they'd show the Dale movie, which they were scheduled to do at 8pm. But the tornadoes came and they made us move into the stairwells til it was over. Then I drove back to my friend's place for the night.

I went in again Saturday morning and watched practice and met some nice guys from Corpus Christi who were also in my suite. We ate and drank and goofed around and watched the Busch race. Then I went back to my friend's and she and I went out.

Sunday morning it took me 2 hours to drive the 24 miles to the track thanks to all the insane traffic. When I got there, I went down to the pits with my VIP pass and got pics of JR and Tony's pit stalls, then they pushed the 43 car right by me and I got pics of that. Then I went back to the suite and partied with my new friends while we watched the race. When Montoya wrecked Tony I leapt out of my chair and banged the glass of the suite. One of my new pals said "Settle down Trigger- someone get her another drink." The race had a great finish even though Tony didn't finish well and the 8 didn't finish at all. We hung out in the suite til they kicked us out, then my new friends drove me to my car which took about an hour thanks to the traffic. Then I went and picked up my friend and went to the hotel where my new friends were, ate and played pool til about midnight.

Then today, after hours of delayed flights, I finally made it home. What a ROCKIN' weekend!

[TiCKleMaN87]

So what do you think of Junior finishing the race in Kyle Busch's car (#5)?

[isabeau]

damn Lynn, were you aware that JD was also in texas for the race??? how cool was that? wtg Jeff Burton..i'm so glad he won...

and damn Lynn, sounds like you had a blast alright...i was looking for JD, he promised to moon the camera for me...did you by any chance happen to see that? hehe...

and whooohooo Mark Martin..finished either second or third..

to the person up above me, i didn't know that Jr. did that..hmm

[lk70]

So what do you think of Junior finishing the race in Kyle Busch's car (#5)?

All in all, I don't think it's a big deal. Kyle left the track and they needed someone to drive the car. Jr was available and he's a good guy so he did it. All this talk about it being an "audition" for HMS or a way for him to test their engines sounds like Kennedy conspiracy theory to me.

Of course if he did learn something useful about the car or the engine, then peachy for him.

[lk70]

damn Lynn, were you aware that JD was also in texas for the race??? how cool was that? wtg Jeff Burton..i'm so glad he won...

and damn Lynn, sounds like you had a blast alright...i was looking for JD, he promised to moon the camera for me...did you by any chance happen to see that? hehe...

and whooohooo Mark Martin..finished either second or third..

to the person up above me, i didn't know that Jr. did that..hmm

I did know JD was there but my seats were about 3/4 of a mile from his seats so there was no way I was gonna hike all that way! I didn't see JD moon anyone as far as I know, but I do have a lovely picture of some other guy's naked ass as he showed it to me on my way out of the parking lot. That's what I get for driving with my window open at 2 mph. Lots of drunken fellows putting their heads (and other parts) in my window like hungry giraffes on a safari tour.

[PokeyinMich]

Lots of drunken fellows putting their heads (and other parts) in my window like hungry giraffes on a safari tour.

Wow, I am soo glad I am not the only one that thinks you are hot Ms. LK70!!!
:yowzer:

Glad you had such a great time.

[isabeau]

I did know JD was there but my seats were about 3/4 of a mile from his seats so there was no way I was gonna hike all that way! I didn't see JD moon anyone as far as I know, but I do have a lovely picture of some other guy's naked ass as he showed it to me on my way out of the parking lot. That's what I get for driving with my window open at 2 mph. Lots of drunken fellows putting their heads (and other parts) in my window like hungry giraffes on a safari tour.

ack he told me that after the race one time, as they were driving out, men would shout for the women to bare their breasts, and he saw many females raising their tops...so he decided to moon the crowd hehe...are you sure the guy in the picture isn't JD? and gesh did they really try to put other body parts in your window? hmm doesn't sound so fun to me lol....

anyway..glad you had a good time..i would like to go, sort of...

[lk70]

ack he told me that after the race one time, as they were driving out, men would shout for the women to bare their breasts, and he saw many females raising their tops....


Yes, I saw that happening too :xpulcy:

[jd58]

ack he told me that after the race one time, as they were driving out, men would shout for the women to bare their breasts, and he saw many females raising their tops...so he decided to moon the crowd hehe...are you sure the guy in the picture isn't JD? and gesh did they really try to put other body parts in your window? hmm doesn't sound so fun to me lol....

anyway..glad you had a good time..i would like to go, sort of...

nope,that wasn't me in the picture.
i do know what LK means though about being in traffic. it's can be a pain in the ass. we got out there about 7:00 am so it wasn't to bad.

[jd58]

did anyone else hear tony's commit on retiring? i quess he made it in texas.
his contract is up in 2010 and i know he don't like all the politics that's in nascar these days.
he loves racing on dirt more anyway so it would not surpise me if he is looking at other opportunities.

[lk70]

did anyone else hear tony's commit on retiring? i quess he made it in texas.
his contract is up in 2010 and i know he don't like all the politics that's in nascar these days.
he loves racing on dirt more anyway so it would not surpise me if he is looking at other opportunities.


I heard it. I'm somewhat torn between thinking it was typical Tony in a snit over some obnoxious fans and thinking that you're right about him being happier in a dirt car. It may be that when he has all the money he thinks he needs, he'll leave the annoying life of a professional big time stock car driver.

[isabeau]

well JD you should be happy, Jeff Gorhead..oops i mean Gordon won last night lol...

[jd58]

well JD you should be happy, Jeff Gorhead..oops i mean Gordon won last night lol...

yes, i am.
why is it that a lot of DALE sr.and jr.so called fans act like a bunch of ignorant
hillbillies? i'm talking about JG paying respect to sr. the way he did sat. nite.
i also saw some moron throw a bottle or can at JG,s car again after the race.

okey that was my nascar spew for the week.

[isabeau]

yes, i am.
why is it that a lot of DALE sr.and jr.so called fans act like a bunch of ignorant
hillbillies? i'm talking about JG paying respect to sr. the way he did sat. nite.
i also saw some moron throw a bottle or can at JG,s car again after the race.

okey that was my nascar spew for the week.

hmm don't call them hillbillies...i believe hillbillies would have better respect than to do that...this is another reason i'm against alcholol being sold at sporting venues...

[jugner]

Jeff Gordon is doing great this year, he may win the cup.

[jd58]

well, as a JG fan i've been very happy the last couple of weeks and this year in general. i feel a 5th championship coming.

as far as nascar and tony. nascar crossed the line with what they did.
tony did not just come up with the phantom caution thing and he's not the only driver talking about it. it's talked about almost weekly on wind tunnel.
has nascar ever come out with a statement saying that there is no fake cautions? or did i just miss it?
nascar needs tony more than tony needs nascar. there is no other driver right now that has the personality and will speak what he really thinks know matter if it make nascar mad or not. that's a good thing!

the morons and dumb asses where out in force again this last weekend!

[isabeau]

hot damn Jimmy Johnson won.....yippeeee... i'm afraid you might be right, Jugner...Gordon just very well might win the championship...JD would be happy to hear that..

[jd58]

hot damn Jimmy Johnson won.....yippeeee... i'm afraid you might be right, Jugner...Gordon just very well might win the championship...JD would be happy to hear that..

you got that right iz. when JG gets his 5th championship this year.
all the JG fans on here are invited to my house for a championship party.
the drinks are on me.

[TiCKleMaN87]

So, the report is that Dale Jr may NOT drive for DEI next year and he may drie for his own team: JR Motorsports. There is a press conference tomorrow (May 10th) at 11am ET on SPEED

http://www.nascar.com/2007/news/headlines/cup/05/09/dearnhardtjr.mtruex.leaving.DEI/index.html

[TiCKleMaN87]

ANd it's official, Dale Earnhardt Jr, will not return to DEI in 2008. HE doesn't know who he will drive for next year.

[lk70]

I knew it was coming and yet it's so very sad.

He said he'll drive for Chevy so that means Hendrick (who doesn't have a ride open), RCR, or Gibbs.

He said he never wants to change teams again so that would lead one to believe he might head over to RCR since he's said that he might like to run the 3 towards the end of his career.

On the other hand, he's also said that he doesn't want to run in his Daddy's shadow any longer and the Universe knows he'll be in Daddy's shadow big time at RCR. Furthermore, he and Tony Stewart are known buds and damn fine partners on restrictor plate tracks. Denny Hamlin is one of Jr's proteges. Gibbs has a ride open and seems like a real nice fit. And it's not just because I want to see my two favorite drivers on the same team.

This is just so big. What he must be going through right now is unimaginable. Leaving his daddy's company. I know he never thought he'd do it. Teresa is not, I think, taking DEI where Sr wanted it to go. JMHO.

Sad.

[isabeau]

Theresa, in my humble opinion..is a major bitch...Dale Jr. belongs with that company...he shouldn't have had to leave..damn it is sad indeed..i mean the company bears his name..he is Dale Earnhardt now...ah welll business is a bitch...

[lk70]

I'm revising my prediction. I just recently found out that JD Gibbs has a thing about alcohol sponsors so if Bud were to follow JR, Gibbs probably wouldn't want him.

It'll be RCR.

[jd58]

here's my take
i don't think jr has left DEI for good. both Richard and kyle petty left petty enterpirse and came back.
budweiser has a contract with DEI though 08 and i've heard that vista might be interested in jr. if that's the case. i'm going to go with Gibbs over RCR.
also there's a new comer to nascar.(i can't think of his name right now) but he is interested also.
don't count out jr changing from chevy if the right deal comes.
Ray Everham is going to talk to jr too.

[lk70]

One thing I'm SURE about is JR will not drive anything but a Chevy. I had heard about the VISA thing so, yes, if they come on board JR could end up at Gibbs. I hope that happens. The Bud contract through 2008 is with JR, not DEI, I believe.

The newcomer you're thinking of is, I think, Ginn Racing. That's who Mark Martin is driving for most of the time this year and they're running Hendrick engines and as we've seen, they're doing quite well. My brother thinks Ginn is a good contender.

I don't think he'll go back to DEI unless Teresa meets an untimely end - like if a house falls on her during a tornado :p

Meanwhile- Wednesday at 7pm on Speed- a special edition of Wind Tunnel with Dave Despain debating who's better? The Wonder Boy or The Intimidator? I can't believe they're scheduling 90 minutes for this. Clearly the Intimidator is da man, right Jeff?

[jd58]

One thing I'm SURE about is JR will not drive anything but a Chevy. I had heard about the VISA thing so, yes, if they come on board JR could end up at Gibbs. I hope that happens. The Bud contract through 2008 is with JR, not DEI, I believe.

The newcomer you're thinking of is, I think, Ginn Racing. That's who Mark Martin is driving for most of the time this year and they're running Hendrick engines and as we've seen, they're doing quite well. My brother thinks Ginn is a good contender.

I don't think he'll go back to DEI unless Teresa meets an untimely end - like if a house falls on her during a tornado :p

Meanwhile- Wednesday at 7pm on Speed- a special edition of Wind Tunnel with Dave Despain debating who's better? The Wonder Boy or The Intimidator? I can't believe they're scheduling 90 minutes for this. Clearly the Intimidator is da man, right Jeff?

here's another scenario that was talked about on wind tunnel.
kyle bush gets bumped over to ginn racing and jr gets in the 5
jeff,jimmie and jr. what a dream team?

jr and tony would be a good fit too.

with all do respect JG is da man!

[lk70]

JR in the 5 or any other Hendrick car will necessitate a very long period of mourning.

[jd58]

JR in the 5 or any other Hendrick car will necessitate a very long period of mourning.

no need to start mourning any time soon. Rick said he didn't have room anyway.

i think i'm the only one talking about this but what if jr goes to the IRL and drive a black 3?
possibility?

[lk70]

i think i'm the only one talking about this but what if jr goes to the IRL and drive a black 3?
possibility?

Not even a snowball's chance in hell of JR going IRL. He hasn't got a clue how to drive an open wheel car and his fan base is in NASCAR. There isn't all that much crossover. IMHO - no way, no how.

[lk70]

What a great race yesterday. I love fuel mileage finishes. The last 6 laps I barely was breathing. Congrats to Casey on his first win and to Yeley for his best finish ever. AND KYLE PETTY- WOOH! I was pulling for him to win but 3rd really rocks.

On to Dover with the COT.

[jd58]

What a great race yesterday. I love fuel mileage finishes. The last 6 laps I barely was breathing. Congrats to Casey on his first win and to Yeley for his best finish ever. AND KYLE PETTY- WOOH! I was pulling for him to win but 3rd really rocks.

On to Dover with the COT.

i have agree it was a great race.
another HMS victory. JG took a big hit but still has the point lead.

did anyone else hear the Jack Rouch whine about the chevy guys testing the COT car?

COT will going full time next year.

JR is signing with MWMS next year because he wants sundays off :blaugh:

[lk70]

JR is signing with MWMS next year because he wants sundays off :blaugh:


Now that's funny! Poor Mikey.

[TiCKleMaN87]

Congrats to Martin Truex on his win at Dover, but it is a bittersweet victory as Bill France Jr. passed away at age 74: http://www.nascar.com/2007/news/headlines/cup/06/04/bfrancejr.dies.obit/index.html

[jd58]

Congrats to Martin Truex on his win at Dover, but it is a bittersweet victory as Bill France Jr. passed away at age 74: http://www.nascar.com/2007/news/headlines/cup/06/04/bfrancejr.dies.obit/index.html

yes, bill will be missed. he took his dads vision of nascar and took that the level it has gotten too. i just hope Brian France can do half the job his dad and grandfather did.

congrats to martin Truex for the win.

also to micky for making the race :bouncybou

[lk70]

And didn't Kurt get what was coming to him after that jackass move in the pits?

[jd58]

And didn't Kurt get what was coming to him after that jackass move in the pits?

couldn't agree more with you on that. lk.

wish Hendrick would bump little brother too and make room for jr.
it sounds like ether Hendrick or Gibbs if you lesson to jeff H. or DW.

remember, this month is JG,s baby watch. (big daddy,as DW likes to call him)

[TiCKleMaN87]

ITS OFFICIAL!!!!!

Dale Earnhardt Jr. will drive for Hendrick Motorsports in 2008.

[natural tickler]

ITS OFFICIAL!!!!!

Dale Earnhardt Jr. will drive for Hendrick Motorsports in 2008.


yeah, and now Hendrick Motorsports have officially become the New York Yankees of NASCAR

[TiCKleMaN87]

yeah, and now Hendrick Motorsports have officially become the New York Yankees of NASCAR


LOL that is exactly what somebody said at the press conference

[jd58]

i'm afraid we might not hear from LK for awhile. she'll be in mouring over the JR.news. :grouphug:

the # 5 budweiser car don't look or sound so bad.

let's not forget that it was Dale sr. that gave Rick his first nascar win.
so i think this is fitting.

[Mislaffsalot]

I think it's awesome that Junior has joined the ranks at Hendrick Motorsports....but please, oh please, let the "Yankees of NASCAR" nickname die a quick but painful death. *shudders*

[lk70]

I'm horrified and know not what to do with myself. So long as JR is happy I guess but I think I'll have to move back to Tony full time as my driver of choice, with my usual interest in Carl Edwards even though he's in a Ford.

:xlime: :xlime: :xlime:

[TiCKleMaN87]

....but please, oh please, let the "Yankees of NASCAR" nickname die a quick but painful death. *shudders*

I agree. The media can blow things out of proportion

[PokeyinMich]

Truth is, if we consider the Talent leve at HMS, it is probably higher than that equilovent of the "Yankees". Pretty awesome group of drivers including the 25 ole whats his name (Mears). However, that never is a lock for a win each week, especially with the new car becoming the only car next year. I think it will be very interesting going forward.

On a side note, LK, I was glad to see your Resident Ford cutie win at MIS. Mr. Edwards peformed his back flip flawlessly.

[lk70]

Ella Sofia Gordon was born at 9am this morning. Who wants to bet she looks more like Jimmie Johnson than Jeff Gordon?

:xpulcy:

[jugner]

Why is it if your a Gordon fan you don't like Jr., and vice versa?

[Iwant2Btickled]

And didn't Kurt get what was coming to him after that jackass move in the pits?

He should have gotten more than that... how bout SUSPENDED.. for that asshole move... and the horror of him driving like that in Rusty's car... I bet old Penske is going "WTF have I done?" Tony just needs to kick the shit out of the little weasel and be done with it. period.

not that I have a HATE HATE problem with Kurt or anything... HELL YES I DO. lol

[lk70]

Why is it if your a Gordon fan you don't like Jr., and vice versa?

Because Jeff Gordon was the first driver to really challenge Dale Earnhardt. He was beginning to steal the limelight from SR and it's difficult to know what would have happened had SR not died, but the two of them were certainly two of the best racers.

Jeff Gordon represents the "new" NASCAR, a younger more worldly crowd, with fewer roots in the southern community.

Dale Earnhardt was "old" NASCAR, a product of generations of hardworking, moonshine running car guys who made NASCAR into a sport.

Most Dale SR fans became Dale JR fans, hence they hate Jeff Gordon. In reality, despite the on track rivalry, Dale SR and Gordon were friends and business partners.

Personally, I don't like Jeff Gordon because he's a whiner. If things don't go his way, he whines and makes a lot of noise about it.

Dale JR absolutely never does that. Never. He's a very mature driver who does a great job of shaking things off.

Enough info for you? :)

[jd58]

Ella Sofia Gordon was born at 9am this morning. Who wants to bet she looks more like Jimmie Johnson than Jeff Gordon?

:xpulcy:

oh! now that's not nice :p

anyway i'll bet big daddy wins sunday

[Mislaffsalot]

Because Jeff Gordon was the first driver to really challenge Dale Earnhardt. He was beginning to steal the limelight from SR and it's difficult to know what would have happened had SR not died, but the two of them were certainly two of the best racers.

Jeff Gordon represents the "new" NASCAR, a younger more worldly crowd, with fewer roots in the southern community.

Dale Earnhardt was "old" NASCAR, a product of generations of hardworking, moonshine running car guys who made NASCAR into a sport.

Most Dale SR fans became Dale JR fans, hence they hate Jeff Gordon. In reality, despite the on track rivalry, Dale SR and Gordon were friends and business partners.

Personally, I don't like Jeff Gordon because he's a whiner. If things don't go his way, he whines and makes a lot of noise about it.

Dale JR absolutely never does that. Never. He's a very mature driver who does a great job of shaking things off.

Enough info for you? :)
LOL! That made me laugh......yes, that was funny, comical, not completely correct, but whatever. ;)

and I like Jeff Gordon and Dale Jr.......im one of the few. :)

[lk70]

What's this I hear? Both the 24 and the 48 failing inspection at Sonoma? Uh-oh, is that dirty rotten cheater Knaus rubbing off on Steve Latarte?

[Mislaffsalot]

eh, just following in the footsteps of Junior's crew chief, methinks ;)

[jd58]

DEI can't sell the #8 to Hendrick because nascar owns,licenses and assigns the numbers to the teams.
Hendrick can only get the#8 with nascars approval.

[jd58]

congrats. to denny on the win yesterday.

sounds like there was some problem with the 5 car passing post race inspection.

it,s Richard Petty's 70th birthday today 7-2 HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!

[lk70]

Apparently DEI can sell the 8 to Hendrick. NASCAR just has to approve the transfer and they don't concern themselves with financial arrangements. So they say this week. Last week it was a different story. NASCAR can really be full of it sometimes.

[jd58]

sounds like it's a done deal. sam Hornish from the IRL will be in the #12 in '08

the name Nextel will be replaced in '08. there is a news conference set for 3 pm saturday.

also i hear there is talks about moving the Daytona 500 to nov.

[jd58]

another HELL! of a finish in Daytona.

congrats. jamie

[PokeyinMich]

Tony "Smoke"Stewart handled the field at Chicagoland today. Kenseth wants to win there pretty bad but had to settle with second. So, LK, you should be smilin tonight!!!!

[TiCKleMaN87]

BIG NEWS

DEI and Ginn racing have merged officailly. The #13 team for Nemechek has been terminated while the #14 team's points will become the #15 teams points. Neither the #13, or #14 will race t Indy this week.

You can read more here:

http://www.nascar.com/2007/news/headlines/cup/07/25/dei.ginn.merger/index.html

[PokeyinMich]

According to the weather I am looking at outside there won't be a MIS today here in Michigan. Course I am 1.5 hours from MIS but I can't believe it will happen. MIS in November to decide the chase? nOVEMBER is not normally a great month to do things here. We'll see.

[lk70]

Gibbs to Toyota. Earnhardt to Hendrick.

Have I fallen through some sort of worm hole to an alternate universe?

[isabeau]

whooohooo Jimmy won...and isn't Mark ever going to retire? i hear now he will share the number eight car next year with hmm someone..

[jd58]

well, it's been a while since i,ve been on here. hope everyone,s doing good.

it looks like it's going to be a 3-way chase run.
with jeff,jimmie and tony with jeff being 5 time champion.
just my early prediction.

is jr going to be the new dew crew driving the 88?

[TiCKleMaN87]

it looks like it's going to be a 3-way chase run.
with jeff,jimmie and tony with jeff being 5 time champion.
just my early prediction.

is jr going to be the new dew crew driving the 88?

I agree with your predictions and we will find out for sure about jr. on Wednesday but that's what it sounds like.

[TiCKleMaN87]

is jr going to be the new dew crew driving the 88?


Yes he is. It was made official this morning. (September 19th)

[isabeau]

and where does that leave Dale Jarrett???

[TiCKleMaN87]

and where does that leave Dale Jarrett???

Dale Jarrett has been driving the 44 all year for Michael Waltrip. Ricky Rudd has been driving teh 88 this year. Travis Kvapil willl be driving for the team in 08 but no car number has been announced yet.

[isabeau]

Dale Jarrett has been driving the 44 all year for Michael Waltrip. Ricky Rudd has been driving teh 88 this year. Travis Kvapil willl be driving for the team in 08 but no car number has been announced yet.

he has...wow guess i haven't been paying all that much attention..oops..

[jd58]

well, it sounds like tony Eury jr. will be leaving DEI after the Talladaga race next month.
he's going to Hendrick.

M&M's will be going to Gibbs on the 18. replacing intersate batteries.


who's your pick to win in Dover?

[jd58]

okey, you won a day to spend with your favorite driver.

who would it be?

what would you do?

[isabeau]

i pick carl edwards lol...he won yesterday...

[TiCKleMaN87]

i pick carl edwards lol...he won yesterday...

That was a good pick. He won.

ALthough if Matt Kenseth's engine hadn't blew he may not have won.

[isabeau]

whoohooo Jimmy won...only four more races....who's gonna win the championship?? i'm hoping for Jimmy Johnson..

[44Blues]

whoohooo Jimmy won...only four more races....who's gonna win the championship?? i'm hoping for Jimmy Johnson..

I knew there was a reason that I liked you! Good Girl!

[isabeau]

I knew there was a reason that I liked you! Good Girl!

only one reason? hehehe...it's funny i never used to like him...but that happens with me lots...and if Mark Martin, my favorite can't win..then i pick Jimmy...especially over Jeff...ewwwwwww lol

[44Blues]

only one reason? hehehe...it's funny i never used to like him...but that happens with me lots...and if Mark Martin, my favorite can't win..then i pick Jimmy...especially over Jeff...ewwwwwww lol

OK, that's "ONE" of the REASON(S) I like you..... LOL! :p

[44Blues]

JIMMIE WINS!!!!! WOO HOO!!!!!! And over 1 million dollars goes to the Red Cross!

[isabeau]

JIMMIE WINS!!!!! WOO HOO!!!!!! And over 1 million dollars goes to the Red Cross!

whooooooooohooooooooooooo thanks Blues i forgot to watch...oops..:angel::Kiss2:

[isabeau]

Jimmy does it again...my bet is on him to win the nextel cup...any bets???

[44Blues]

Jimmie Wins Again!!!!! 4 In A Row!!! Yeah, Baby!!!!

[isabeau]

Jimmie Wins Again!!!!! 4 In A Row!!! Yeah, Baby!!!!

oo he is the winner...imagine winning four in a row..and he is so far ahead of the others in points..yiippeeeeeeeeeee and to think i used to couldn't stand him lol...

[PokeyinMich]

Won't be as long now as it has been for those of you that are Nascar fans...:bouncybou



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