Awesome!

Glad I now have an Andretti license and work near by, I'll be back. I am surprised at how tiring this was on your hands.

My favorite picture that Val took was where Charlie Nabil and Chris are getting out after the last race. I might have to hang that one in the garage, or at least put it in the bottom of the bird cage...

 

Nabil, You told me I would be sore and you were right. These little carts will beat the hell out of you. How is your neck?

 

OH MY! I noticed on the DVD's I gave you guys from then NASA event... I spelled RX-8... XR-8! . . . . Dumb *** I am! I was in a rush to get out yesterday and didn't pay attention. Sorry! That kind of blows the whole label.

 

A great time time indeed! It was really nice to see everyone again and meet new folks as well. This little group of ours is really growing and it sure is cool to see a parking lot full of shiny 8's wherever we go.

Next time I'll have to get a better cart because I know I've got mad skills! No, really, come on won't someone believe me? I'm almost sure I used to be good behind the wheel.

See ya'll soon and have a safe weekend,

Charlie

 

My pleasure. Just wait till we get "The Video"! :D

 

Thanks for the vote of confidence Nabil. How are the ribs Silver EIGHT? I cant wait to finally have an Avatar of my own thanks to you!

FYI: Speed channel is showing the Grand am cup race from Mazda/Laguna Seca at 1pm today. Speedsource put on a show worth watching and apparently got good tv coverage.

 

Like father like son.......

 

I think it was not ribs as previously thought. Judging by this morning’s pain I'd say it is a well-pulled mussel or two. Much better than having to deal with the rib issue.

Let me know if I can help you with your avatar. All you gotta do is ask.

I can't wait for the Grand AM cup today. I will definitely be watching this. Thanks for the heads up.

Charlie, check your email (speedfactory) as I sent you a couple emails in reference to your ad on my website.

 

As promised here are the shots I have from last night. SilverEIGHT, Phlash and winblu8 picture sure did come out great. The other row of beauties, not so much. I guess that means I have to show up next week camera in hand to get better ones, huh?

 

And some more pics. They looked wiped out. And I didnt even touch em up.

 

And looking at the results. Better look quick cuz printer paper seemed to be in short supply at Andretti's

 

Val, Can you send me a high-res version of our 3 cars? I like that shot. I want to use in on my screen saver and also print out.

 

Don I have some too....do you have an ftp dropbox set up? If not, let me know and I will get you the info to pull the stuff outta mine.

 

Yea, let me pull from your server. I don't have a drop box set up yet. Thanks Phlash.

 

Man, I got some freak *** looking eyes! that shot of us getting out of the karts is a scream. Don,
I have not been able to check email from home this weekend for some reason. I'll check in w/you on Monday.

Chas

 

Oh and for those of us that just can't seem to get enough, Nov.11 2005 is the 6hr enduro at Charlotte. Check out the details www.endurancekarting.com. Depending on how many are able to go, I might be able to have Johan hook us up with some kind of group rate.
You can have a look at the course on the website. the karts are similar to Andrettis but faster by about 20-25mph. They have enough grip that you will want a rib protector as a part of your equipment. This stuff really makes me laugh when someone says that racers are not real athletes! I figure with this much time we can all be in great shape by November
to kick some serious butt.

 

OK, my plan is to visit your shop on Tuesday for the install unless something comes up.

 

Charles

Would we run: GT1, GT40 or GTBB?

GTP - Pro-Class Team members who have more than one year wheel-to-wheel racing experience.
GT1 - Rookie-Class Team members who have less than one year wheel-to-wheel racing experience (Max. 1 experienced drive per 3 man team or more).
GTS - Super-Rookie Absolutely the first racing experience for all members of the team.
GT40 - Master-Class Team members who have an average age of 40 years or older.
GTBB - Big Boy Team members who have an average weight of 190lbs. or over.

 

well I am hoping to lose enough weight to fit into a 2 piece this summer so GTBB is out for me! Seriously, we should probably think about GT1 or GT40. We have won in GT40 before. I am assuming that we have an average age of 40?
Tuesday should be OK but I need to look at the schedule when I get in on Mon.

 

OK, then I'll start it... I'm 53

 

You bet! That's enough notice for me to get my crap together. Count me in. I'm not 40 "yet".......:D

 

PM'd ya....

 

The key here is the word "average". I think I have you well covered on this one.

 

Well I have to jump in here and break the curve. Dont worry with me participating there will be no question! Currently I am at 189lbs and Wendy's are giving away free frosty's. So I dont know about the weight.
Seriously I can do this. Count me in. If my son's college schecule will allow he may also come along. This ought to be a blast!
OD

 

I'll call Johan on Mon. and check. Glad to hear you're in OD!