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• RICHARD OTWELL YOUR NEW MOTOR IS READY. I NEED A SHIPPING ADDRESS. PS YOUR E MAIL ISN'T WORKING. GOOD LUCK THIS THING IS GOING TO FLY -- CAGNAZI RACING ENGINES, 05/16/06 8:18pm
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  • This "scoop" sounds like it came from an esteemed member of the "upside down club"! However, I bet RO's money will be staying a little closer to home, say north of I-10 but south of Conroe!! (NT) -- nice try though, 05/16/06 10:59pm
  • (NT) -- Agent 1320 risked it all at this super secret dyno session at an anonymous shop to give us the first look at the new "bullet"!, 05/16/06 11:49pm
    • Nice looking GOLF cart motor !!! (NT) -- SBC Fan !!!, 05/17/06 10:47am
  • That must be one of those HVLP mech. fuel pumps, that was found on a couple of NHRA pro stock cars. Have 2 on order. Say it's worth .15! (NT) -- KEEN EYE, 05/17/06 11:35am
  • you guys in Texas are a riot. FYI, it's spelled CAGNAZZI (NT) -- boys in the shop, 05/17/06 12:38pm
    • DOWN HERE WE SPELL IT "YANKEE: ANYWHERE NORHT OF CUT N SHOOT OR EAST OF TOMBAL = YANKEE TERRITORY (NT) -- DUM OLE NO SPELLIN RED NECK, 05/17/06 7:31pm
  • YOUR TITANIUM CRANKS IS ON BACK ORDER SO WE HAD TO USE A JUNK BRYANT CRANK FOR NOW (NT) -- CAGNAZZI RACING, 05/17/06 2:17pm
  • Just curious, but I keep seeing that R/O is testing at HMP,is there any reason for that,or is it that he just doesn't want to race at his own track,or is it that he doesn't trust his guys? You have an up and coming race,you would figure he'd be trying to show off his skills at his own track.Hell people will show up just to see him run, I know they did when MH brought his car. (NT) -- Angleton racer, 05/17/06 7:55pm
    • he's been @ HMP on friday nites a couple of times (NT) -- maybe because it's 2+ hours closer to his house than ARP?, 05/18/06 7:01pm
      • richard said that is not the reason. He said just because he owns a track doesn't mean he only races there. He said he tries to support ALL the local tracks (NT) -- insider, 05/18/06 7:32pm
  
  
• The angleton Flash Ray Brewer will be joining TPSA and racing with us at Angleton on the 27th. inital test showed low 5,s -- Conrad, 05/16/06 7:01pm
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  • (NT) -- Here's a pic of the "flash" in action. Welcome back Mr. Brewer, look forward to seeing you @ Angleton.!, 05/18/06 6:49pm
  
  
• ***MAY 6th rain out rescheduled for JUNE 24th @ PINE VALLEY*** -- DH, 05/15/06 11:03pm
  
  
  
  ***Mark your Calendars!***Schedule Page has been updated***
  
  JUNE 24th @ Pine Valley...Continuation of the March 25th race to resume @ 12 noon with 1 time trial for Conrad, Steiger, DH, Hughes, Otwell, and Hanson/Ashabranner. The Chad/Terry 1st round pairing will follow ASAP, after which the 2nd round pairings will be determined. We should be able to complete this portion of the race by 3pm.
  
  The normal schedule will apply to the June 24th race...TT's start @ 3pm with eliminations to begin @ 5:30.
  
  Spectators should be at the track early as it will be an oppportunity to see two TPSA races for the price of one admission!
  
  
  Upcoming Events...
  May 27th @ Angleton Raceway Park...schedule TBA
  June 10th @ Houston Motorsports Park...schedule TBA
  June 24th (May 6th rain out) Pine Valley Raceway
  
  See ya in the lanes....
  

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  • David sounds good. I have a guestion about the race on the 27th. What time does the race scedule start. (NT) -- Rick C, 05/16/06 7:26am
  
  
• -- Richard says you guys wanted to start earlier.....he's delivering. Gates will open early (mid morning) and complete schedule will follow ASAP., 05/12/06 12:07am
  Can Elliott, Naylor, & Otwell use the "homefield" to their advantage over the rest of the field, or will an outsider steal the thunder?? Make your plans to be there Saturday, Memorial Day Weekend, to see who goes home with the trophy and who just..... goes home!
  

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• -- HMP, 05/10/06 7:56am
  
  

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• -- *****FOR SALE****** "Public Enemy" is an '89 Trans Am, Tommy Mauney 'moly chassis, many updates and new parts. $23k rolling. Call Joe Gonzales (G&G Performance) @ 281 351-6202, 05/ 9/06 3:06pm
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• what ever happened to -- tonypaul, 05/ 9/06 2:37pm
  that red fiero that used to run in tpsa?
  

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  • I think you're referring to Randy Blackwell who ran mostly NHRA/IHRA "Super" classes and ran with TPSA on occassion. I know he had the car for sale but haven't heard where it went. Post a question @ the houstonraceway.com message board and I'll bet you get an answer. (NT) -- thanks for stopping by, 05/ 9/06 2:52pm
  
  
• -- New member Lee Staiger....quietly lays down a 4.86 during TT's at PVR in his first race with TPSA. Don't look for him to say much, just expect some big things from this team before the seasons over!, 05/ 9/06 2:49pm
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• -- OH MY GOODNESS!!!!! It just keeps gettin'better.....agents tell me this ride went 5.05 yesterday; if it hooks like that in GRASS imagine how this bad boy will run @ the track..., 05/ 8/06 5:23pm
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  • nice little write up on R.O. over on the Hot Rod Gossip page (NT) -- check it out, 05/ 9/06 2:12pm
  
  
• Hey, I gotta quick question guys. Are Bead lock wheels really necessary for a 4.80-90 car? -- Al, 05/ 9/06 12:53am
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  • None of the cars in TPSA currently run 'em, although a couple of the teams have a set. My short answer would be if/when you see them on our cars you'll know there's an advantage to be had in the ET range you're asking about. (NT) -- just my 2 cents, 05/ 9/06 1:07am
  
  
• My Mc Laren engine -- Thorsten Richartz, 05/ 8/06 12:30pm
  I want to say thank you to Eddie from Conrad Racing Engines and to Doug Herzog from Herzog Motorsports.Cause it was so expensiv to bore my lifter holes and to put bronze bushings inside here in germany i contacted Doug and he gave me the adress from Eddie.He is really super explained me many things ,bored my block ,honed it and put in the new lifter bores with the bronze bushings and installed the new head studs from ARP.It was a great deal because I had to send the block here from germany to the states and back to germany.Eddie helped me with the problems I had with the american customs.Sorry ,my english is not the best but the people which worked on my block they are really the best!!
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  Thorsten Richartz
  

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  • American Get-R-done attitude -- HerzogRacingEngines.com, 05/ 8/06 4:29pm
  • Way to go Eddie and Doug! (NT) -- red,white, & blue, 05/ 8/06 4:44pm
  
  
• -- .....SPYSHOT......could this brand new '63 Vette built by Platt Bros Racing be headed for TPSA competition later this year????, 05/ 8/06 1:01am
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• -- ****WANNA RACE THE TRUCK?!*****, 05/ 7/06 11:58pm
  full f'glass body, certified moly chassis, 9", struts, 4 wheel disc, powder coated interior, weighs 2680 w/200# driver, best TPSA et 5 teens, has run Pro Mod, ready for NOSSSS. Would make xcellent outlaw/quick/TS ride. Call Clint @ 512 756-7264. Have two trucks one's gotta go $14,950 or trade for HE&B TPSA legal 565" or ??
  

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• -- 32k rolling w/racepak....call Ben Worley 281 413-2808, 05/ 7/06 11:29pm
  Ben's got his eye on a new car!! If the car he's looking at sells before the Camaro does, he'll take it off the market. Better Hurry......
  

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• How much for the purple camaro for sale ? -- looking for a new car, 05/ 7/06 2:58pm
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• IT'S 9:30 am SORRY GUY BUT THE RACE HAS BEEN CALL OFF DO TO RAIN WE ARE WORKING ON A NEW DATE -- BOXMAN, 05/ 6/06 9:35am
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  • No going to rain today. -- Tx Pro Stock Fan, 05/ 6/06 10:05am
  • I see no rain either... (NT) -- wanna race, 05/ 6/06 3:21pm
    • (NT) -- :), 05/ 7/06 2:10am
  
  
• -- this is the sunset we're looking for @ Pine Valley.....maybe next month!, 05/ 7/06 1:48am
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• Well, the ol' wireless internet is spotty at best, but here's the latest. The front has passed through and the skies are clearing. We're gonna TRY to get this one in! If you have any questions, give me a call on my cell. Internet willing, I'll post any changes. Think blue skies and "Lets Race". -- DH, 05/ 6/06 8:47am
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• Boxman, DH, Cowger and Conrad are at Pinevalley, looking at the starry sky, no rain in the area now, did not rain at all today, any questions call DH on his cell, -- Where you at??????, 05/ 5/06 9:48pm
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• *****Pine Valley this Saturday***** -- DH, 05/ 4/06 9:44pm
  Just got off the phone with Mr. Bill Bailey @ Pine Valley and they haven't had any rain in the area (wish I could say the same thing for Burnet, I finished loading up tonite in the rain!). We are planning to run both races as scheduled, and the Boxman and I will be at the track tomorrow nite. If anything changes I'll get it posted on the message board and on the PVR site ASAP.
  
  Hopefully, we can avoid the "R" word and have a great event. If you have any questions call me, Donald, or Rick. See ya in the lanes...
  

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• Wishing everyone a safe trip to Pine Valley, Safe and happy racing, and a safe trip back home!!! GOOD LUCK TO ALL THE RACERS!!!!! Rick C. wishing you the very best today and everyday!!! -- Olivier Family, 05/ 3/06 1:24pm
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  • Just wondering about the race this weekend. According to the weather man alot rain on friday and saturday. Sure hope that they are wrong want to race. (NT) -- RCIK COWGER, 05/ 4/06 7:42am
  • I just got off the phone with my sister in Livingston and they have not had a drop of rain today!! So maybe we will get Lucky Saturday as well (NT) -- Becky, 05/ 4/06 7:11pm
  
  
• *****Rules Clarification***** -- David Hubbard, 05/ 2/06 4:16pm
  The legality of "split" dominators was brought to my attention today by a racer building a new motor for TPSA. While it hasn't been addressed in black and white, the intent of the rule was to allow a maximum of two standard bodied carbs on a tunnel ram. Our rules currently state "two carbs add 50#'s". This should be more worded more specifically to avoid gray areas and questions that could arise. Therefore, the line "limited to a maximum of two, 4-barrel American automotive production carbs" will be added to the rules. Also, the line "No "splits", "inline" multi barrel carbs, slide valves or motorcycle style carbs permitted" will be added.
  
  I was also asked about the transmission rule so a line will be added to further clarify that rule. "Any three speed (automatic) transmission adds 50#'s".
  
  I don't believe any team currently running TPSA will be impacted by these clarifications and the rules page will be updated ASAP. Our objective is to keep the rules as few, simple, clear, and direct as possible. However, ever changing technology dictates that issues will need to be addressed in order to retain the original intent and spirit of the rules.
  
  If you have any questions or comments please contact me, Rick, or Donald.
  

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• -- *****THIS SATURDAY, MAY 6th*****, 04/30/06 3:32pm
  Continuation of March 25th race to resume @ 12 noon with 1 time trial for Conrad, Steiger, DH, Hughes, Otwell, and Hanson/Ashabranner. The Chad/Terry 1st round pairing will follow ASAP, after which the 2nd round pairings will be determined. We should be able to complete this portion of the race by 3pm.
  
  The normal schedule will apply to the May 6th race...TT's start @ 3pm with eliminations to begin @ 5:30.
  
  Spectators should be at the track early as it will be an oppportunity to see two TPSA races for the price of one admission!
  
  See ya in the lanes....
  

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  • Pine Valley May 6 -- LWS, 05/ 1/06 2:50pm
  • What time do the gates open? Can we spend the nite and leave on Sunday? (NT) -- LWS, 05/ 1/06 2:52pm
  • What time do the gates open? Can we spend the nite and leave on Sunday? (NT) -- LWS, 05/ 1/06 3:12pm
  • EVERYTIME WE HAVE RACED A PINEVALLEY THE ARE NICE ENOUGH TO LET USE STAY THE NIGHT. (NT) -- RICK C, 05/ 1/06 4:03pm
  
  
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  • Former NHRA Pro Stock Truck and Comp eliminator standout, Joe Pigford, out testing his buddy's ride @ HMP last weekend. It's been reported that Pigford has purchased a PST truck to compete in TPSA w/ Tommy Costales power (HE&B). Stay tuned.. (NT) -- ., 04/25/06 8:47pm
  
  
• *******PINE VALLEY "BATTLE" ******* -- inside TPSA racing, 03/26/06 11:36pm
  
  For those of you who couldn't make the race at Pine Valley Raceway here's an overview of the event. Beautiful weather
  conditions greeted the teams that showed up early to TnT but the gremlins would strike early. Holcomb lost a fuel pump (thanks Naylor for the spare), Hanson had to change a flywheel, Cowger lost a wheelie bar wheel, new member Lee Staiger's water pump sprung a leak, new/old member Malcolm LaGrone lost oil pressure, the Boxman's new 3rd member started howling like a tomcat at the backyard fence... well you get the idea.
  
  For official time trials 12 teams made the call. When the smoke cleared after the 2nd TT, 4 teams had run under the old track record of 4.90 and most had new personal best ET's. Ashabranner (5.21), Aaron Hubbard (5.13), Cowger (5.08), Naylor's new ride (5.02), Worley (4.92), the Boxman (4.91), new guy Lee Staiger (4.86), Otwell (4.86), Conrad (4.84) and DH with a new TPSA record, first in the 4.70's, 4.79. Hanson recorded a 5.00 and Holcomb was fighting some elusive chassis issues all day.
  
  Over 190 bracket cars showed up for the 1st points race of the season @ PVR and as a result, the program was taking more time than expected. When the sun went down, the temp was falling even faster making track cleanup and prep, especially after the inevitable oil downs, even more difficult. The first round of elims was called for TPSA and Otwell, in the Livin' It Cavalier, encountered some tire shake/spin that he couldn't recover from and the end result was a badly damaged racecar. Thankfully, Richard walked away, sore, but uninjured. At Mr. Bailey's insistance, all of the TPSA drivers and crews walked the entire 1/8 mile to determine the condition of the track. It appeared to be sticky and dry. Boxman and Conrad ran 4.91 and 5.00 to win their rounds out of the left lane, and DH won in the right. Mr Bailey made the correct call to postpone the race after Aaron Hubbard's top radiator hose came off and he just
  "kissed" the wall with the right rear corner(duct tape would fix most of it). With the falling temps and humidity coming in the track was just too cold to continue.
  
  Now for a little business meeting and clarification.
  Consistant with NHRA rules, eliminations had begun; therefore,the race will be postponed to a date TBA.
  Ashabranner and Hanson were the only pair not to run 1st round and once a winner is determined from that pair
  we'll go into the 2nd round pairings. Otwell received an et and mph and did not hit the guardrail or cross a boundary line until past the finish line so he is the winner of that round. The "first or worse" rule does not apply to infractions past the finish line. Just to make sure it's clear as mud, 1st round winners are Hughes, Conrad, DH, Otwell, Staiger, and either Ashabranner/Hanson.
  
  We have a much needed break until April 15th when we roll into Temple to tackle "the River". The TPSA track record there is a 5.01 I believe. Jimmy Phillips please correct me if that's wrong. From this past weekend's performances, I'd say that record is in some serious jeopardy! See ya' there.
  

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  • I WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A REGUEST TO TSPA ON RACING SCEDULE. I REALLY THINK THAT MABYE IT WOULD BE A GOOD THING THAT THE RACES BE STARTED EARLY IN THE DAY. TRACK CONDTIONS LATE AT NIGHT NOT GOOD.JUST MY THOUGHT (NT) -- FAN, 03/27/06 9:06am
    • The schedules, both dates and times, are determined by the individual tracks and ultimately, their customers (spectators & racers). The track owner/operators know their facility, weather tendacies, when they can expect a good turnout, and use their experience to make the best decisions possible. Adverse weather conditions affect us all and if it could be predicted it would be, not only because of the safety issues, but the facts are the track loses money on rainouts and cancellations. It would be wonderful if we could predict a 6 or 7 hour span of perfect weather for each event, complete with no oildowns or other racer related delays, but that's not possible. All of us, the tracks, racers, and spectators must deal with what mother nature throws at us and make the most of it. Thanks for your interest in the TPSA,.and hopefully this explains part of the process to you. (NT) -- DH, 03/27/06 11:19am
  • DH I can't remember what we ran there. CRS disease LOL. And you laughed at me when I told you I thought a 4.6? was possible. You got that puppy flying!!! (NT) -- Spot, 03/28/06 12:06am
    • Hey Jimmy, it's always good to hear from you. That CRS is gettin' to us all I'm afraid! Thanks for the kind words but you know the credit belongs to Houston Engine & Balancing, TCI, Rutland Trans, Platt Bros, & Goodyear. 60's are looking more possible than a year ago but I'll probably have 60 candles on a cake before I see it.....:) Come see us @ Temple April 15th if you're not in a tournament. (NT) -- DH, 03/28/06 10:52pm
  • Was at the finish line qtwell hit before line (NT) -- Fan, 04/25/06 10:20am
  • Was at the finish line qtwell hit before line (NT) -- Fan, 04/25/06 10:20am
  
  
• -- Can you name the girl in the pic?, 04/24/06 11:27pm
  We lost a great pioneer Pro Stock racer to cancer after a long battle. Godspeed Ronnie Sox, one of the greatest ever with a 4 speed.
  

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  • jungle pam (NT) -- i did her, 04/25/06 3:06am
  
  
• ***Coming in Two Weeks*** -- BE THERE...., 04/23/06 11:13pm
  
  
  

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• Make/Model -- John Strnad, 04/22/06 9:28pm
  Wanting advise and opionions on what is the right direction to go in picking a car to compete in TPSA? Also do most of the races always reside in the Houston area? Are there members in the DFW area? Any help, opionios, ideas appreciated.
  
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  • Everyone will have an opinion and there are many different ways to skin a cat. My view is to buy the best chassis (car) that you can afford and put the best motor in it that your budget allows. For me, it's easier to upgrade/update the motor than it is to change (buy) a different chassis. Probably the most bang for your buck is a used pro car (Ness, Haas, Bickel, RJ & otheres) because you can get the best suspension, brakes, computers, etc. for a fraction of the original cost. However, there are plenty of our members that perform very well without a "pro" chassis so it boils down to personal preference and where you want to spend your money. We currently race in San Antonio (Seguin), Temple, Baytown, Lufkin, and Houston Motorsports Park. We don't race in the D/FW area now, but it's something we might look at in the future. Thanks for your interest and feel free to contact me with any questions. (NT) -- DH..... Our homepage has info on schedules, rules, and more., 04/23/06 1:32pm
  
  
• -- ***FOR SALE***, 04/21/06 12:02am
  X Pro Mod Truck**Full f'glass body**chromoly frame**struts**
  4 wheel disc** fab 9" w/4.30's**powder coated interior** Warrior wheels**MSD**Autometer**has been 6.90's @ 200**now runs 5.20's with no NOS**weighs 2680 with iron BBC and 200# driver**much more..complete roller less motor/trans/
  convertor...$15k......trades?? For more info call:
  
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• -- coming soon......, 04/20/06 1:04am
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  • Well he better bring his A Game. The bedrock crew is ready for action we pooled our money together and bought two new spark plugs. Jim is on a diet he's eating mulch from his landscape business. "say's it's high in fiber" All kidding aside we will be out to Angleton this weekend for some testing. With any luck we will be ready for the next race (NT) -- Bam-Bam, 04/20/06 2:08pm
  
  
• ****Hill Country Boyz Own the "River"**** -- inside TPSA racing, 04/16/06 7:05pm
  The TPSA Tour '06 rolled into central Texas for their first visit to Temple Raceway this year under clear skies. With the temperature in the high 80's, humidity around 40%, a stiff headwind, and a new track surface, it clearly was going to be challenge. The Easter weekend and attrition took a toll on car count but the seven racers that made the trip were ready to roll. After the first TT session, a new (TPSA) track record of 4.979 had been recorded by Hubbard. In the 2nd session Conrad ran an impressive 4.998 in the other lane as DH lowered the record to a 4.967. Holcomb continued his strong performances with a 5.018.
  
  1st round of eliminations had Hanson over a redlighting Crownover, Holcomb's great .419 lite trailered Conrad, and Hughes moved to the next round when he defeated part time driver and full time crew chief Tommy Platt in a patched up 'ol Blue.
  
  When the call went out for the semi-finals the weather had cooled considerably and the head wind was now just a breeze.
  Chad Hanson and DH were the first pair out and DH moved into the finals when Hanson stuck the tires at the hit.This left Holcomb and Hughes. In the best race of the nite, the "Boxman" with his Glenn's Machine powered entry won on a holeshot, .425 5.085 to the Self Racing Engines equipped ride of Holcomb's .470 initiated 5.069.
  
  The Hill Country Boyz pits were packed with Hughes' father, two aunts from Vermont, Glen and his wife, and numerous other friends and relatives. Over in the DH pits, an old friend and his wife drove up from Galveston, and Les Costales came up to lend a hand to the team HE&B cars. The "Boyz" and their respective crew were talking plenty lip and both claimed to own the "River". These two good friends and traveling partners were in the finals here last year and had a close door handle to door handle race after identical RT's. This year's final was over at the hit as the "Boxman" won the toss and selected the right lane but shaved it too close with a .392 redlite. Hubbard carded a 4.969 in the money round.
  
  Next up is May 6th at Pine Valley Raceway in Lufkin. Look for the return of Richard Otwell, Lee Staiger, Ben Worley,
  "Mr T" Terry Ashabranner, Jim Naylor, Rick Cowger, Donnie Williams, the usual cast of charactors, and maybe a couple of new faces as well. See you there.
  

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  • The homepage, points, and result pages are updated! (NT) -- DH, 04/16/06 11:34pm
    • CONGRADULATIONS DAVID FOR YOUR WIN SATURDAY. HOPE TO SEE EVERYONE AT THE NEXT RACE MAY 6. DAVID CALL ME WHEN YOU GET A CHANCE RICK. (NT) -- RICK COWGER, 04/18/06 1:23pm
      • Hey Rick, I just called and got your voice mail. Give me a call at the house (NT) -- DH, 04/18/06 9:25pm
  
  
• -- HOUSTON MOTORSPORTS PARK, 04/18/06 1:21am
  
  

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• Headin' for the "River" but I ain't takin' no fishin" poles!! C ya there.... -- DH, 04/14/06 6:21pm
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• New Car -- Bam-Bam, 04/12/06 8:38am
  Heard Richard Otwell picked up a new car this past weekend.
  Just wondering how it is coming along? Just guessing that it won't be ready for temple. Heck it took us 2 weeks to put our new car together and it was already set up for a powerglide. If Y'all need anything give the Bedrock crew a call we may have that elusive fitting or whatever it is that always holds up the assembly of a new car.
  

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• *****this SATURDAY APRIL 15TH @ "the RIVER"***** -- inside TPSA racing, 04/10/06 1:33am
  
  The TPSA returns to Temple/Academy Raceway aka "the RIVER" this Saturday, April 15th. The weather forecast looks good and Linda and the staff will have the track ready for the assault on the track record of 5.01. With the record perfomances so far this year surely someone will leave with a new track record but how low will they go? Be there the 15th and see for yourself!!
  
  TPSA racers can park all day Saturday, gates officially open @ 5pm, first TPSA tt @ 6pm. Temple is also open Friday nite for tnt from 6:30 to 11:30pm. Any questions, post 'em here or call David, Rick, or Donald. Hope to see ya there.
  

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• *****SCHEDULE CHANGE***** -- DH, 04/ 7/06 1:03pm
  
  The race scheduled for August 12 at HMP has been re-scheduled for AUGUST 5. This will be a great event with TPSA, Pro Mods, and the FSTA at the same event at Houston Motorsports Park. The Schedule page will be updated ASAP and if you have any questions contact Rick, Donald, or me.
  

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• Chassic work -- Travis ( Lucky) Leach, 04/ 5/06 1:52pm
  Who would be good in South Houston to set up a Chassic.(Scale it) and check pinion angle.? Thanks
  

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• Best Looking Home Page Yet... -- Looking good, 04/ 2/06 8:52pm
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• ****ATTENTION IN THE PITS**** -- DH, 04/ 3/06 8:41pm
  
  Congratulations to the Boxman for the win at the Baytown National this past weekend. Most of you know Donald crews on the Mikel's comp elim team and they took home the Wally and the bragging rights. Good job guys.
  
  The continuation of the March 25th TPSA race will be run in conjunction with the scheduled race @ PVR on May 6th. What does this mean???, simply that Staiger, Boxman, Conrad, DH, Otwell, and Ashabranner/Hanson will run eliminations during the early TNT session (12-3)to complete that event. Normal time trials will begin at 3pm - 6pm for the scheduled race that evening. Of course, the tnt is open to anyone that needs a few extra passes. This past weekend PVR moved their schedule up one hour and limited time trials during eliminations and the program was finished @ 10:45pm with a good turnout.
  
  In other news, TPSA is returning to Houston Motorsports Park. Graham & David Baker and their staff have worked hard to improve a very nice track with the addition of 200' of shut down, and improved, expanded pit area and return roads. TPSA dates for HMP are: June 10, July 8, August 12, and a date in September which is tentatively set for the 23rd. These events are produced by HMP and the Bakers and not an outside promoter.
  
  You can find the updated schedule on the schedule page along with links to HMP and all of the TPSA tracks. Don't forget April 15th at the River. See ya there.....
  
  PS. A special thanks to Gary Lidiak for his continuing help and support of the TPSA.
  

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• ***NHRA NATIONALS @ BAYTOWN THIS WEEKEND*** -- DH, 03/28/06 11:16pm
  Boxman will be working on the Mikel's comp/promod team this weekend so if you make it out to the races stop by watch how hard those teams work. Makes you appreciate just hooking up a battery charger and puttin' a splash of fuel in!I'll be catching up with old friends on Thursday at the DRAW golf tournament and snooping around the pits on Friday before Friday nite Pro qualifying. If any of you guys are going to be there give me a shout on my cell phone.
  
  I'm trying to put some promo material together and I need pics of the cars and a short bio of the driver/team would be great. We don't have an "official" TPSA photograher yet
  but Pam has gotten some great shots already and it's appreciated. Email me what you have to drh471@hotmail.com. I have a couple of meetings scheduled while I'm in the Houston area and you can never have enough material.... especially if the folks you're talking to aren't familiar with our type of racing or the TPSA in particular.
  
  I'm sure everyone's enjoying this short break but remember, April 15th at the "River" is just around the corner!
  

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• Well who won? -- whats the scoop?, 03/26/06 10:37pm
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  • RELAY want to know !? (NT) -- THERE, 03/26/06 10:44pm
  
  
• *******PINE VALLEY******* -- DH, 03/24/06 11:24am
  
  There should be some record runs this weekend if the forecast holds up. Remember the track tnt runs from 12-3 and costs $15 (what a bargain!). Regular time trials are from 4-7 with elims slated to start at 7:30.
  
  We have a couple of new guys that are going to try to make the PVR show so here's a few guidelines about our procedures:
  
  Your TPSA entry ($125) is good for car/driver and two crew. Any additional crewmembers will pay the track gate fee. Be sure to tell 'em at the gate you're with TPSA.
  My trailer(green & white motorhome w/white stacker)serves as race control. Before you go to track tech come by the trailer and get your TPSA entry and tech form. Also, if you want to be part of the round drawings/pairings just come by the trailer about 30 minutes before the round. We usually just pick someone from the crowd to draw names. We will have the round pairings posted at the trailer as well as the TT sessions and race schedule.
  We will have two time trials (please make one in each lane) and once eliminations start there will be one hour between rounds. Everyone has done a good job of being ready and getting to the lanes on time at the first two races....thank you. We need to be on time to keep the show moving and PVR is expecting a good bracket turnout as well. We will weigh after each round and the scales will be available during TT's so you can check your weight.
  
  If you have any questions just come by the trailer. Looking forward to seeing all of you there and some great racing at Pine Valley Raceway.
  

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• High presure and 68 to 70 degrees for race day !! Time for a new track record !! -- Race Fan !!, 03/21/06 2:01pm
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  • JUST WONDERING HOW MANY CARS A SHOWING UP TO RACE. (NT) -- FAN, 03/23/06 2:41pm
  • The heat is on Terry got his bogg fixed Cowger got his vacum pump fixed I got a new set of tires,and Donnie Williams will be ready for the next event.With this kind of weather predicted for this weekend there should be record setting times. (NT) -- E.C., 03/23/06 10:11pm
  
  
• With a heavy heart we report the passing of Terry Ashabranner's father last week. Please keep Terry and the entire Ashabranner family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. -- Eddie Conrad, 03/19/06 9:53pm
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  • Terry, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. (NT) -- the Hubbard family, 03/20/06 12:05pm
  • Terry very sorry to here about your Dad. (NT) -- Rick Cowger and Family, 03/20/06 3:41pm
  • To the Ashabranner Family -- Boxman, 03/21/06 4:48pm
  • Terry our deepest sympathy go out to you and your family . (NT) -- Don H. and Family, 03/22/06 8:37am
  • On behalf of myself and my family, thank you to everyone for the phone calls and prayers. You guys are really the best racing family around. (NT) -- Terry, 03/22/06 6:19pm
  
  
• *******ATTENTION IN THE PITS******* -- DH, 03/19/06 9:03pm
  
  The rain out at Pine Valley has been rescheduled for this Saturday, March 25th. The same schedule for the race and tnt will be in effect. The weather forecast looks good with low chances of rain and mild temperatures so tune 'em up and load the trailer. See ya there.
  

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• :( RAIN -- Rick H, 03/18/06 10:17am
  Attention in the pits!! If you are reading this then you probably have not left for PV. DON'T!! I spoke with DH just a bit ago and Mr. Bailey has cancelled for today. Stay tuned for details on a reschedule date.
  

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• We're loaded up and headed for Pine Valley, should be there about 8pm. Bill Bailey said they haven't had any rain yet and we all know the weather in Texas....remember San Antonio? Anyway, Rick Hanson is leaving in the morning and I will contact him if anything changes tonite. If you have any questions call me on my cell or check www.pinevalleyracing.com for any news. See ya in the lanes. -- DH, 03/17/06 2:07pm
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• On the road again........ -- DH, 03/15/06 10:44pm
  
  
  It's been a busy and short week but I wanted to thank all of the teams that made it to HRP last Saturday. You guys put on a fine show with some performances that HAD to be fun to watch from the grandstands. Thanks to Gerald, Scott, Kenny, John, Allen and the entire staff at HRP for the opportunity to compete at Texas' premier NHRA track. This week we have a short turnaround with our first trip this season back to the Piney Woods at the Bailey's Pine Valley Raceway in Lufkin. The schedule is posted further down the page and the weatherman says we may get some cooler temps for this event. Get those hotrods tweaked, shined, and loaded 'cause you know Bill Bailey will have the track set on stun. See ya there.
  

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• looking for a powwerglide -- big dustin, 03/14/06 7:53am
  im looking for a good glide used or new no junk please if you can help me please call me @ 281-642-3415
  

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• Last post tonite -- homepage & points pages are updated, 03/12/06 11:32pm
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• ****SCHEDULE FOR PINE VALLEY, this Saturday, March 18***** -- DH, 03/12/06 9:45pm
  
  
  Gates open for Test & Tune @ 11am, run from 12-3 pm for $15
  
  Race time trials run from 4-7 pm
  
  Eliminations begin @ 7:30
  
  The exact times TPSA will run will be announced at the track but this provides a time frame for you to make plans with. For anyone that needs it, the tnt session is a very inexpensive way to get those extra laps in. Everybody get those hotrods serviced and loaded for Sat..the Bailey family are the nicest folks you'll ever meet and some of the TPSA's biggest supporters. The race track is always prepped to the "T" and Mr. Bill Bailey will accommodate you anyway he can. The TPSA track record there is 4.900 and with the way we ran at HRP las nite it could be in jeopardy particularly if we get some cooler air. For more track info go to www.pinevalleyracing.com or their link on our homepage is "hot". See ya in the lanes.
  

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• Wes @ nitroart.com and Bryan @ realdragracing.com shot some good pics at HRP. Stop by the websites and take a look....maybe buy one or two. -- thanks for shooting the TPSA cars guys!, 03/12/06 9:21pm
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• Although my outing was backwards in performance from last year , I want to thank Eddie Conrad, Rick Hanson and Marc Kanarik for at least getting me down the track. This proves what a great bunch of guys we have in this organization. I am pleased to get the chance to race with you guys. Now I have got to get back in the garage and figured out what I did wrong. Thanks for all the help to everyone. -- Terry, 03/12/06 8:21pm
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• *******HOLCOMB'S HOLESHOT WINS BATTLE ON THE BAYOU******* -- inside TPSA racing, 03/12/06 6:47pm
  TPSA's first trip to Houston Raceway Park was worth the wait. Gerald, Scott, Kenny, John, Allen, and all of the staff had the track right but mother nature intervened with high temps and humidity. She couldn't prevent personal bests for several members and some great side by side racing from taking place however. There's no way to remember all that happened at HRP last nite but here's some of the highlites. TPSA had 15 teams ready to claim the Battle title and each one was "packin'". New cars for familiar faces, new members, and veterans making their first appearance of the season. Ashabranner, Conrad, Cowger, Crownover, Green, Hanson(in a backup car), Holcomb, Aaron Hubbard, D Hubbard, Hughes, McAmis (G&G), Naylor, Otwell, Winscott, and Worley.
  
  DH led qualifying and had quick ET of the event with a 4.865 and Conrad became a new member of the 4.80 club officially with a 4.896. Holcomb, Otwell, and Hughes rounded out the 4 second runners with McAmis just missing at 5.009. The rest of the field was crowded with 5 teens and a couple of cars trying to find the cure for some bugs.
  
  1st round found Naylor in his new 'Vette, Otwell in the "Livin It" Cavalier (improved to a 4.937), DH (4.870), Ashabranner, Cowger, Worley (4.934), Conrad improving to a 4.884, and Holcomb (4.906) each getting the win.
  
  In the 2nd round you had to be in the 4 second zone to advance. Holcomb got the pass he'd been waiting for and became the newest 4.80 club member with a 4.888. Conrad (4.889) and DH (4.871)stayed consistant and Worley improved again to a 4.927.
  
  The semi finals had DH (4.866) over Conrad (4.885), and Holcomb (4.899) over Worley (4.951).
  
  In the final, Holcomb won the toss, seleted the left lane, strapped a .05 holeshot on Hubbard, and took the win 4.910 to a closing but too late 4.889. The win moves Holcomb into the points lead by 1 point after two races.
  
  
  The stats quoted here are from the track run sheets and some feeble ol' reporters memories. If your team's info is not correct or you have something to add, please let us hear from you here, on the message board.
  
  Thanks again to everyone at HRP for hosting us, Todd Bailey for donating his time at the scales, the Boxman, Rick Hanson, Tommy and Gene Platt for helping with the logistics and getting everyone to the lanes and keeping us on schedule.
  
  Next weekend TPSA will be at Pine Valley Raceway in Lufkin, for the 3rd race of the season. Schedule info will be posted here ASAP and the points page will be updated as well.
  

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  • Congrats to the "Professor" on his win (NT) -- "sleepy", 03/12/06 6:50pm
  
  
• Congrat's to Don Holcomb on a stellar perf. and great driving job in the final's,it was great to see all of the teams there that haven't been in a while Hope all you guy's come to pine valley next weekend so we can show what we are all about.Thank's to D.H. and H.R.P. for a great race we do appreciate the time and effort it take's to pull off an event like this. -- Eddie Conrad >Conrad Racing Engines, 03/12/06 3:48pm
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• Houston Raceway Park - Texas Pro Stock -- unofficial times, 03/11/06 10:53pm
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• We're loading up and will be at HRP tonite! Looks like it's gonna be a HOT tomorrow. -- Hill Country Boyz, 03/10/06 10:32am
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• How much gear did spot run?30s 56s?more? -- Gearhead, 03/ 1/06 1:14pm
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  • 30s work the best with c44 . RIGHT !!!! (NT) -- not a gearhead, 03/ 1/06 2:29pm
  • My ol' buddy, Jimmy Phillips, has shared some of Spot's secrets with us over the years. Reportedly, the gear of choice was a 5.71. (NT) -- that's only part of the combo..........DH, 03/ 1/06 4:09pm
  • Was that with a 26.5 or 27 in.tire? (NT) -- up in smoke, 03/ 1/06 4:30pm
  • DH is correct. Tried an 83' and a 57'. The 5.71 was the gear we settled on. Congrats to DH for his 4.83. That is cookin. You guys have fun. (NT) -- Jimmy, 03/ 9/06 11:14pm
  • Up in smoke, What are you smokin? LOL (NT) -- Jimmy, 03/ 9/06 11:19pm
  
  
• Heard two TPSA cars were testing at HRP today. Anyone get any #'s? Was anyone testing at Angleton? -- nosey, 03/ 4/06 7:23pm
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  • I heard -- pig runner, 03/ 7/06 9:10pm
  • rumor has it -- pig runner, 03/ 7/06 9:18pm
  • It's too bad the temp is projected to be in the 80's Sat. 323 DA and 8 to 12 mph tailwind would be great conditions to race in but it doesn't look likely for this week. Congrats to EC on his pass. (NT) -- those were probably the best conditions we'll see all year, 03/ 8/06 12:43am
  • Did EC set a new unofficial record ? (NT) -- record keeper, 03/ 8/06 11:38am
    • raceday is when it counts (NT) -- all the hitters should be there Sat, 03/ 8/06 12:11pm
    • Congrats to Conrad as recent testing shows he has improved his program. This Saturday, a few more of the regulars will be competing and the action should be intense. Will there be a record with the forecasted 80* temps?, who knows, but everyone will be throwing everything they have at HRP this Sat. (NT) -- DH, 03/ 9/06 4:00pm
  • raceday is when it counts but thats one bad car. (NT) -- Fan, 03/ 8/06 12:40pm
  • The two DH's set the bar high at SAR should be some good racing on Sat. (NT) -- TPSA get it on !!!!, 03/ 8/06 1:19pm
  
  
• weather The rain came through at aprox. 8:30 and is now gone skie's are clear and looking good for sat. -- E.C, 03/ 9/06 11:55am
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  • EC you got that hot rods hooking hard can't wait to see the #'s on sat !! (NT) -- Race fan !!, 03/ 9/06 12:20pm
    • Eddie, his son, and crew have made real progress over the past 2 weeks. Will it be enough for "the Dude" to win his first TPSA race in his own backyard? All the players will be there to challenge Eddie and the famous Houston Raceway Park this Sat. Gates open @ 10 am, tnt @ 11 am, Qualifying @ 1 & 3 pm, 1st round @ 5 pm. Who will win the Battle on the Bayou?? be there Saturday and see it yourself. (NT) -- no hype here....it's gonna be a war!, 03/ 9/06 3:52pm
  
  
• D.H. Is there any other racing Saturday night? Bracket racing? -- Killer, 03/ 8/06 7:38pm
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  • Killer, the classes are listed below. It's index racing and for doorcars only is my understanding. Not sure if there's open time trials or not. (NT) -- DH, 03/ 8/06 11:19pm
  
  
• What other classes of cars will be racing at Baytown on March 11 along with TPSA? -- Gracie Slick, 03/ 7/06 6:14pm
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  • best info will be on the message board at www.houstonraceway.com. There's a thread about the 1/8 mile index classes and full schedule posted there. (NT) -- infoman, 03/ 7/06 11:50pm
  • The HRP calendar does not show any dragstrip races and when I called them, they informed me the dragstrip was closed on the 11th of March and they were running sprint cars. (NT) -- What's the deal?, 03/ 8/06 2:58pm
  • I got the same story when I went to their website and when I called. I sent an e-mail but they didn't bother to answer me. What's going on? Mr. Hubbard, can you help us with this? (NT) -- Gracie Slick, 03/ 8/06 4:08pm
    • Sorry guys & gals for the confusion. The schedule posted above is correct and can be found on the HRP message board under "1/8 mile index races". I don't know what's up with the person answering the phone at HRP but they don't seem to know what's happening at the dragstrip. They had a tnt last wed nite but when people called about it they were told the dragstrip was closed. Anyway, the "HIll Country Boyz" will be at the track Friday nite and we're looking forward to seeing everyone Sat. (NT) -- DH, 03/ 8/06 6:47pm
  
  
• Here it is !!! -- RACE INFO, 03/ 8/06 4:21pm
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  Drag Strip
  Oval Track
  DoorSlammer Heads-Up 1/8 Mile Racing Series
  3/11/2006
  
  
  The fastest Heads-up eight mile racing will descend on the Drag Strip as drivers from around the area compete for over $10,000 in cash prizes! In addition to 8 indexed classes that must "run the number" we are featuring True 10.5 cars that are truly on the cutting edge of technology in racing on a narrow tire. You won't want to miss this off the hook action as the best of the best try to keep it between the lines!
  
  
  
  Schedule of Events
  
  Gates Open - 10:00 A.M.
  Time Trials - 11:00 A.M.
  Qualifying #1 - 1:00 P.M.
  Qualifying #2 - 3:00 P.M.
  Eliminations - 5:00 P.M.
  
  Lane Assignments
  
  Lane 1 - Open
  Lane 2 - 8.00 Index (5 1/10's Pro Tree) Tech Card $30.00 Car and Driver
  Lane 3 - 7.50 Index (5 1/10's Pro Tree) Tech Card $30.00 Car and Driver
  Lane 4 - 7.00 Index (4 1/10's Pro Tree) Tech Card $30.00 Car and driver
  Lane 5 - 6.60 Index (4 1/10's Pro Tree) Tech Card $50.00 Car and Driver
  Lane 6 - 6.20 Index (4 1/10's Pro Tree) Tech Card $50.00 Car and Driver
  Lane 7 - 5.80 Index (4 1/10's Pro Tree) Tech Card $50.00 Car and Driver
  Lane 8 - 5.50 Index (4 1/10's Pro Tree) Tech Card $50.00 Car and Driver
  Lane 9 - 5.20 Index (4 1/10's Pro Tree) Tech Card $50.00 Car and Driver
  Lane 10 - Open
  Lane 11 - True 10.5 (4 1/10's Pro Tree) Tech Card $75.00 Car and Driver
  Lane 12 - Texas Pro Stock (4 1/10's Pro Tree) Booked Race
  
  Qualifying will be on a Pro Ladder with closest to the Index being #1 Qualifier.
  Qualifying for True 10.5 will be on a Pro Ladder with the fastest E.T. being #1 Qualifier.
  Qualifying for Texas Pro Stock will be on a Pro Ladder with the fastest E.T. being #1 Qualifier.
  
  Spectator Admission: $20.00
  Kids 12 and Under Free
  
  Time Trials between Qualifying Rounds are permitted.
  

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• Temple Raceway gets a new surface -- Kirk, 03/ 5/06 8:29pm
  Temple Raceway is currently getting a new racing surface. For more information go to www.templeraceway.com
  

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• For Sale -- Salsberry (713) 829-9750, 03/ 3/06 5:01pm
  Jesel .937 Keyway Lifters Used but only 3 Dyno pulls. Center push rod. Nice Set they look like new. These are the best of the best you wont brake one. I ran them in my 9600 RPM SB and never hurt one and that probably the only thing I never hurt. John Clagg can rebuild but they don’t need it.
  
  $2,100 new
  
  $700.00 Firm
  

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  • BREAK (NT) -- OOPS, 03/ 3/06 6:11pm
  
  
• Partial results posted… -- BIG THANKS to Judy Zampese for the information, 03/ 3/06 4:47pm
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• HOUSTON RACEWAY PARK INFO........ -- DH, 03/ 1/06 3:57pm
  March 11 Race info & schedule:
  
  Gates Open - 10:00 A.M.
  Time Trials - 11:00 A.M.
  Qualifying #1 - 1:00 P.M.
  Qualifying #2 - 3:00 P.M.
  Eliminations - 5:00 P.M.
  
  The track will also be open Friday nite for tnt. Get those hotrods ready for what should be one of the quickest and fastest TPSA events of the year.
  

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• Weather -- KMS, 02/23/06 12:34pm
  UpDate 12:33 PM
  Fri Feb 24 Showers
  62°/55° 50% chance of Rain
  Sat Feb 25 Showers
  72°/50° 60% chance of rain
  
  Lets look at it this way, theres still forty percent chance that it will not rain at the track anyways! As for actual track conditions lets hope for the best.
  

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  • The rain chance is for the morning and early part of the day the race is not till that night !!! (NT) -- are ya scared !!!, 02/23/06 3:04pm
  • I got a new set of rain slicks ready were racing . (NT) -- ready for my fixxxxxxx, 02/23/06 3:07pm
    • I got a truck full of beer, dont matter either way -- Wally's Gut, 02/23/06 4:07pm
      • lil'boy, please don't be starting crap that you can't finish and crying later because you can't take it. (NT) -- let it stop here, 02/24/06 8:40am
        • Do drive a camaro and run A Sb . No it couldn't be !! (NT) -- Just sounds the same !!!!, 02/24/06 3:27pm
        • wasnt me (NT) -- JB, 02/24/06 9:30pm
          • I LOVE to start CRAP! But it's not me! (NT) -- Salsberry, 02/25/06 9:13am
            • VooDoo, wazup? If you come to Baytown the 11th be sure to stop by the trailer. (NT) -- DH, 02/27/06 12:35am
              • I should be there on the 11th, Damn boys settle down I haven’t made a + or - post on here in a long time and i'm not planing to. Damn 483 nice hit DH there's a 70 in a TPSA car will it be this Year? (NT) -- Salsberry, 02/27/06 10:19pm
                • At Baytown in early March it could happen. If we get the right weather it's probably the best opportunity to do it. Stay tuned. (NT) -- all the players should be there, 03/ 1/06 1:19am
  
  
• Angleton Raceway Park: Testing Saturday ? -- KW, 02/28/06 10:58am
  Does anyone have a new contact number for Angleton Raceway?
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  • The only information I could gather is from 10 am to 6pm on the 4th (NT) -- Bam-Bam, 02/28/06 12:50pm
  • I understand it's open testing. I'll try to post a contact number ASAP. (NT) -- DH, 02/28/06 5:41pm
    • The tnt @ Angleton this Sat is scheduled for 10 to 6 but they are looking at staying open longer if the turnout warrants it. I'll post a contact phone # if I get one. Also, HRP will be open tomorrow (Wed) nite for tnt from 6 to 10 pm. Check the message board @ www.houstonraceway.com for more details. (NT) -- DH, 02/28/06 9:55pm
  
  
• March 11, Do we have any times for the baytown race yet? -- race time, 02/28/06 9:45pm
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• EYE OF THE STORM -- CONRAD, 02/28/06 10:21am
  IF YOU WERE AT S.A.R. SAT. NIGHT YOU WOULD NOT HAVE BELIVED THE WEATHER.AT DUSK THERE WAS A HIGH PRESSURE DOME DIRECTLY OVER THE TOP OF US AND IT WAS LIKE BEING IN THE MIDDLE OF A DOUGHNUT.THE STORM STARTED ABOUT TWELVE THIRTY WHEN THE TRACK APROX.58 DEGREES,THE 2 D.H.;S SHOWED THE REST OF US WATCHING HOW TO TEPPEE TOE DOWN THE TRACK WITH 1.06& 1.07 60 FT,S.HAVING RUN CLUTCH CAR'S ALL OF MY LIFE I GOT TAUGHT HOW TO GET DOWN A COLD WET TRACK WITH AN AUTOMATIC.BELIVE YOU ME THEY DID IT THE BEST I EVER HAVE SEEN.I WON'T SAY WHERE THEY LEFT AT YOU WILL HAVE TO FIGURE THAT ONE OUT FOR YOURSELF,BUT THE FINAL WOULD HAVE BEEN AWESOME IF HOLCOMB WOULDN'T HAVE GOT OUT OF SHAPE. CONGRAT'S BIG DAVE,4.84 GOT MY ATTENTION,ALSO TO HOLCOMB GREAT DRIVING JOB WHEN YOU GOT OUT OF SHAPE,BEEN IN YOUR SHOES AND I DIDN'T FAIR SO WELL.TO THE PEOPLE WHO HAVE BEEN BAD MOUTHING T.P.S.A.AND SAYING IT WAS ONLY FOR SISSY'S I CHALANGE YOU TO BRING A LEGAL CAR TO RUN WITH US AN WE WILL FIND OUT WHO THE SISSY'S ARE. T.P.S.A. MEMBER EDDIE CONRAD
  

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• UPDATES.......and Ramblings -- DH, 02/27/06 1:19pm
  Everyone who came out for the season opener at SAR participated in a great event. Todd, Judy, Russell, Freddy, and the staff went above and beyond to provide a national event quality facility for us to play on. Thanks to you all for having us. I really appreciate the TPSA teams that took a chance on the weather....it was worth it. I made three career best passes during eliminations and Holcomb's work over the winter paid big dividends with what I believe was two personal bests for the "Professor". With a few more laps the other guys will make big improvements also. The teams that weren't quite ready for SAR should be ready by the 11th and the action should intensify.
  
  On a personal note, thanks to Houston Engine & Balancing, Rutland Transmission, Platt Bros, the Boxman, new TPSA sponsor TCI (Stanley Poff), and Goodyear for their continued support of Hubbard Racing. It wouldn't happen without you guys.
  
  Back to business,three dates will be added to the TPSA schedule at Angleton Raceway Park, May 27th, Sept. 9th, and Oct. 21st. Mark your calendars and don't forget about the FREE tnt this Sat at Angleton.
  
  March 11th is our debut race in Baytown. Let's get all of our hotrods ready and show 'em what we've got. Schedule will be posted ASAP but I believe it will be on their spring time schedule which means a rare day race for us. With the weather in March we should be fasssssst.
  
  The homepage, points, and schedule will be updated ASAP. The ol' hard drive is in for a tune up and I'm waiting to get it back. Hopefully only a day or two?
  
  That's it for now. Baytown, here we come.
  

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  • you forgot to thank your parents, your wife, your kids, your dog, your neighbor that feeds the cows while your gone, the guy that runs the convience store where you fill up at, the guy at the ticket booth, toll booth operator etc, etc, etc (NT) -- enough with the commercials or we will change the channel, 02/27/06 9:43pm
    • maybe that's why he's got the sponsors?? (NT) -- do it your way if you win anything, 02/27/06 10:19pm
  • Now that makes me laugh !!!! You must have a real slow ride ,if you even have a car at all .You go DH thank the people that need thanking there who keep us running !! (NT) -- Not just another slow ride !!, 02/28/06 9:32am
  
  
• MIDNIGHT MADNESS LIVED UP TO THE BILLING..... -- inside TPSA racing, 02/26/06 8:23pm
  The weatherman got it right and a high pressure dome formed over San Antonio Raceway Saturday nite and the race was on! As promised, Todd Zampese, his boss Judy, Russell, and all of the track crew delivered an outstanding racing surface. Before each TPSA pass the track was drug (dragged?) and sprayed resulting in a track that actually got better as the race went on. The final was run around 2 am as I recall and conditions were perfect.
  
  Eight teams took the challenge of the weather predictions and made the trip to SAR. Richard Otwell had his awesome
  '05 Cavalier in it's first appearance, and regulars Ben Worley, Don Holcomb, Eddie Conrad, Chad Hanson (Rick's son in his driving debut), Randy Elliott in his first race back, Aaron Hubbard, and David Hubbard.
  
  Qualifying saw a new member to the 4.80's club as Don Holcomb led all comers with a stellar 4.89. DH was #2 with a 4.93. The teams have not been able to test because of the weather the last couple of weeks so many used the TT's to clear the cobwebs. With the track ready, and cool, dry air it was time for first round.
  
  It was DH over Conrad, Otwell over a redlighting Worley, Aaron Hubbard got the competition bye after Elliott broke a tranny, and Holcomb over a tire shaking Hanson. DH carded a 4.858, and Holcomb got another .80 time slip with a fine 4.885. 2nd round saw H.E.B., Rutland Trans, teamates DH and Otwell line 'em up. Otwell's debut outing would end with DH streaking to a crowd pleasin', and new TPSA record 4.836 (Yes you are reading the number correctly!), and "the Rookie's" nite was over when he was no match for Holcomb's on and off the throttle 4.969. This set the final between the two cars that had been in the '80's. DH won the toss and selected his favorite left lane. At the green, "The Professor" had .04 in the bag but DH and the HEB power pulled even at the 330 mark, 3.11 to Don's 3.15. Shortly
  thereafter, Don's Monte Carlo started making some moves which required some throttle finesse and DH went to the winners circle with his third .80 of eliminations, this time a 4.84.
  
  We saw the Boxman and HR, Cowger, and Donny Williams in the crowd and they both will be ready for Baytown on March 11. There will surely be more personal bests and quick Et's at that facility.
  
  Thanks again to all of the teams (and fans...Pam's group that means you....LOL)that made it out, the Zampese's, the track crew,Freddy who runs the Midnite Madness, and all of the great spectators we met from the San Antonio area.
  
  See ya at Baytown on March 11.
  

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  • Fan (NT) -- Thats what C44 does (4.93 to a 4.83), 02/26/06 9:08pm
    • Sorry fan but your opinion won't stand up under testing.......at least for me. On the dyno C25 made 20-25 more PEAK hp than C15 (or comparable fuel) in MY motor. C44 made 13 more PEAK than C25 for me on the same dyno the same day. Therefore, C25 is the best bang for the buck. Your results may vary but 13 hp won't push MY combo a tenth quicker. If it helps you or your favorite team that much.....use it, or buy them some. By the way, the facts are I ran C25 all nite but don't let the facts influence you in any manner since your mind is made up. Thanks for the post and stirrin' the pot......LOL (NT) -- DH..we made some changes after TT's, but it wasn't fuel! :), 02/26/06 9:30pm
  • DH, that is funny about that post, we just talked about that subject on the phone...I am still waiting on what changes you made, always looking for a secret. I just put some double adjustable shocks on my ride... do you or any one else have a good starting point for me to set the adjustments on ? (NT) -- Terry, 02/26/06 9:35pm
    • Terry, if you need a hand there'll be a couple of us at Baytown that will be glad to help. Can't post the settings here because we use C44 for shock fluid!! (NT) -- It's worth 2 tenths.....LOL, 02/26/06 10:15pm
  • yes I need the help...I am currently looking for the fill spout for my shocks, I got some 44 and cant figure out how to pour it in.. (NT) -- Thanks Terry, 02/26/06 10:29pm
    • you saok them in it overnight (NT) -- C44 is a good hand cleaner too, 02/27/06 2:10am
      • Its great to barbeque with too ! (NT) -- Finger lickin' good, 02/27/06 7:04pm
  
  
• how often do you guys check ci and weight, or is it an honor system ? -- curious, 02/27/06 9:24am
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  • we're weighed each round. The P&G (c.i.d.checker) is at each race and hopefully at Baytown we'll get started early enough to check at least some of the front runners. (NT) -- can be a random check anytime, 02/27/06 12:16pm
  
  
• Thanks -- Rick H., 02/27/06 9:06am
  Thanks to Todd and Judy for the test and tune session on Sunday 02/26/06. Sealy had to cancel so we were invited to stay and test. There was a major import car event at the track and all of them did their best to annialate the starting line but the staring line crew made every effort to prep it just for us. I believe the three of our TPSA cars that stayed for the test session made more power than all of those little cars combined. It requires more torque on our lug nuts than an import makes. :) LOL
  Thanks again.
  

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• I just want to thank SAR the track was great . They made sure the track was in top notch shape for every round . Hope everyone is ready for Houston !!!! -- Don H., 02/27/06 7:21am
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• Weather report -- Rick H, 02/25/06 12:40pm
  
  
  As of 12:18 the race is still on. DH is at the track and the weather is improving by the minute. The weather radar on SAR's web site shows the line of bad weather is just about on top of SAR with no weather to the west. The system is moving to the east. Richard Ottwell is at the track, Randy Elliott is just about in Columbus and we are leaving in @ an hour. Richard made a few hits last night in conditions simalar to today with no problems. Check the SAR message board for the latest devolopments. See ya in the lanes.
  

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  • sar -- ???, 02/26/06 12:22pm
  
  
• We're loading up headin' for the Alamo City. Sunday morning a group of us are planning on leaving SAR and heading to Sealy for a race/tnt that starts at noon. The forecast looks awesome for Sunday and hopefully we can get the race in Sat nite. See ya there.... -- DH, 02/24/06 2:52pm
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    • Yes gates open @ 10am for the swapmeet....tell 'em you're with the TPSA. (NT) -- See ya there., 02/24/06 7:40pm
  
  
• Looks like the weather may give us a break... -- DH, 02/22/06 6:42pm
  Our season opener, this Sat the 25th, is on for San Antonio Raceway. The track also has a TNT Friday nite, gates open @ 6pm and the lanes close @ 11pm. Sat the gates open officially @ 8pm but come on out early and check out the swap meet that begins @ 10am and closes at dark. Check 'em out @ www.sanantonioraceway.com. See ya in the lanes.
  

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  • Just wondering why race starts so late (NT) -- fan, 02/23/06 12:35pm
    • TPSA is not in charge of the race day schedule. These times are set by the tracks...in this case SAR. (NT) -- Thanks for the question, 02/23/06 3:48pm
  • It would be a bit odd to have a "MIDNIGHT MADNESS" race at 6:00 in the evening. (NT) -- Time Keeper, 02/24/06 1:22pm
  
  
• Wish we could -- WINSCOTT RACING, 02/24/06 6:23am
  Had really planned and tried like hell to make S.A. , but motor won't be ready till Baytown.Good luck to all that do make the race.See ya'll in Baytown. Gary
  

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• 1st race -- wondering, 02/23/06 10:58am
  Who is making the trip to the 1st race of the year? Lets get a roll call. I hope that there are more than just 3 or 4 cars.
  

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• Question 1/8 mile gearing -- Alex, 02/22/06 1:39am
  I've always raced 1/4 mile and I was thinking about getting serious about 1/8 mile racing. Right now with my car runs 1.18 60', 5.20 @ 131mph 1/8 and 8.20 @ 165 in the 1/4 with a 4.30 gear and traps out at 7600rpm in the 1/4.
  My quention is how much of a differance in performance if any, a 4.56 or a 4.86 would have on my 60'and 1/8 mile, and mph numbers.
  

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  • What is the tire height, weight, fuel? (NT) -- Rick H., 02/22/06 8:19am
    • info -- Alex, 02/22/06 9:21am
  • Put the 4.86 in it. Assuming you are running a glide with a 1.76 to 1.8 first gear ratio. Launch it around 5500 to 6000 rpm you need to be in the 1.10 60' range to run down in the 4.99 range. This is assuming you don't run into traction problems with the 4.86 gear. Of course this is just speculation on the #s you provided. I could be way off base here. (NT) -- Bam-Bam, 02/22/06 11:26am
  • Your tire height, RPM, and speed don't jive with your gear ratio. Trash your converter, LOL. Any lower gear should pick you up some 60 ft. as well as 1/8 mile ET. Too many variables for more accurate guess. (NT) -- Rick H., 02/22/06 4:42pm
    • Rick -- Alex, 02/22/06 5:28pm
  • Alex the RPM you leave at as well as thye RPm you shift at are both important when it comes to your converter and the # you post . the harder you leave and the higher you turn the motor the less slipage you will have . If you have a motor that wants to leave the line harder and the car cant handle it then putting more gaer to her will not help. Get the car set up where you can leave the line at 5800 and if uses all that then change gears . Do not throw gear at a tune up when the tune up you have is wrong !! (NT) -- just my two cents worth!!!, 02/22/06 9:02pm
  • Alex give me a call 281 450 9670 (NT) -- Rick H., 02/23/06 7:22am
  
  
• 25-1 Cert. Jerry Hass '55 Chevy, set up for glide or lenco, will accept 34.5x16x17 rear tires. New Paint, 40K For More info call David Baldwin 817-996-2688 -- David Baldwin, 02/18/06 11:32pm
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  • Don't forget, this is the 2003 TPSA Champion car (NT) -- I remember....., 02/22/06 4:16pm
  • ??????????? (NT) -- no it is not, 02/22/06 8:12pm
  
  
• ******ATTENTION in the pits******* The weather forecast for this weekend is 50% chance of rain Fri & 30% chance Sat, with temps in the high 40's by race time Sat. I will be contacting members to get their opinions concerning the weather. My thought is to make a decision by Wed nite. Please contact Donald, Rick or me if you have any comments. As for car count, looks like we have 8 ready today and 5 trying hard to make it that we know of. -- DH..... 512 756-6384, 02/20/06 6:02pm
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  • the race on saturday -- racer ready, 02/21/06 8:22pm
  • We have been trying to push you guys for a while now and i hope that we are able to race this saturday. for your conveince here is the link to the track weather and it looks better already. onnly a 20%chance of rain.http://www.wunderground.com/cgi-bin/findweather/getForecast?query=Marion,%20TX (NT) -- Freddy Cruz, 02/22/06 4:04pm
  
  
• ADRL (American Drag Racing League - ProMods and More -- Bonnie, 02/14/06 8:54pm
  
  

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• If by some chance the race does happen next Sat. what is the schedule start time ? -- TPSA Fan !!, 02/20/06 9:20am
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  • Just wondering how many cars are showing up. (NT) -- Fan, 02/20/06 3:30pm
  
  
• Just got off the 'phone with the Boxman and he's trying to put a test session together @ San Antonio next Friday from 1 to 6 pm. We can't do it Sat before the race because of the swap meet. Post here or call Donald or I if you're interested or have any questions. Thanks -- DH, 02/17/06 8:52pm
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  • Donald 512-642-3557 or 512-423-9565 (NT) -- DONALD, 02/17/06 9:54pm
  
  
• Original Racer-X -- I think that you featuring the different TPSA cars on the front page and rotating them like you are is really a class act. I would imagine and also hope that you will be including not only the top runners but eventually it will be all of your member cars that will be on the lead-in front page. I am only an observer but not very silent. -- Ed-vancedEngines, 02/17/06 6:21am
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  • Thanks for the kind words Ed. For a computer novice such as myself, the webpage is time consuming. That being said, the intention is to feature all of the members..... the page may not be updated every 3 or 4 days as it is now. For a sneak peak at some of the member's cars, go to the gallery button on the homepage. (NT) -- Thanks for stopping by......, 02/17/06 8:18pm
  
  
• ANGLETON RACEWAY PARK IS HAVING A FREE TEST AND TUNE THIS FRIDAY. COME OUT AND TEST FOR FREE FOR THE SAN ANTONIO RACE THANKS TO RICHARD OTWELL FOR GIVING US ANOTHER PLACE TO RACE -- JEFF BENHAM, 02/14/06 11:16pm
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  • Not this Friday. Check bracketrash.com for details. (NT) -- MH, 02/16/06 9:51pm
  
  
• H.M.P. 5.0 INDEX 10 RACE SERIES -- CONRAD, 02/10/06 11:29am
  For those who haven't heard NORTHSIDE PLUMBING is puting on a 10 race series event at H.M.P. 1500.00 to win 600.00 R.U.300 SEMI 100.00 TO QUARTER starting on Feb 11.Entry fee is 50.00 car and driver.For those who need to tune this might be a good starting point.There is a 5.0 index at these event's.
  

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  • Eddie you had better go to HMP's site and read the rules. Your car does not fit the rules. Has a sticker and sponsor rule says stickers and sponsor names limited to windows only and also no delay box (Imagine that) guess its TPSA only this year (NT) -- rules observer, 02/12/06 3:48am
    • Thanks for bringing the rules issue up. I spoke to the Bakers about it today and the rules for the XTREME 5.0 index that is scheduled for once a month has been changed. (NT) -- Bonnie, 02/15/06 10:23pm
  
  
• 632 18%ALUMIMUM BLOCK,STILL AT SUNSET RACECRAFT,ALL THE GOOD STUFF,GRP,JE,JESEL,DRY SUMP,SHEETMETAL INTAKE,2-4S VERY NICE PIECE.MAKE REASONABLE OFFER,MUST SELL 979-481-4448 -- Jim, 02/15/06 11:24am
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• TPSA lost 2 cars to HMP's hard walls today. Naylor and Larry Webb both hit the wall today. Naylor was on his way to some good runs too. 143 mph. Webb lost his latter when the track went away. track temp was 61 degrees -- HMP is taking people out left and right.., 02/12/06 11:19pm
  Man i was really sorry to see it happen. Naylor car is pretty nice, so was Webbs.
  

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  • IF YOU NEED IT FIXED FAST AND RIGHT CALL NEAL BERGIN 281-795-1960 (NT) -- JB, 02/13/06 12:43am
  • SORRY TO HERE ABOUT THE TWO TSPA CARS . HOE THAT THEY ARE ABLE TO FIX THEM. (NT) -- R.C., 02/13/06 10:23am
    • Thanks for the phone number and concern. The car will be fixed asap. It is just some cosmetic damage, no damage to the structure of the car. (NT) -- Bonnie, 02/14/06 8:51pm
  
  
• Ford Pro Gears -- Justin Allen, 02/11/06 2:08pm
  3 sets of pro gears (9 inch)
  456
  486
  514
  
  $100 each
  
  or trade for 410 or 430's
  

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  • forgot phone # justin--- 254-855-8523 or dwight 254-666-5255 (NT) -- Justin Allen, 02/11/06 2:11pm
  • What spline is the pinion? (NT) -- MH, 02/11/06 8:30pm
  • Normally pro gears in the 4.10 to 5.14 range have the 35 spline pinion. When you jump up to 5.29 or bigger they drop back down to the normal 28 spline pinion. Just my oPinion (NT) -- Bam-Bam, 02/11/06 9:31pm
    • pro gears -- justin allen, 02/13/06 12:01pm
  
  
• WARNING TO FUTURE MOTORHOME BUYERS -- JEFF, 02/11/06 5:18am
  DO NOT DEAL WITH HOLIDAY WORLD OF HOUSTON!!!! THEY WILL TAKE YOUR MONEY AND RUN. THEY SAY THEY HAVE A WARRANTY BUT GOOD LUCK GETTING THEM TO STAND UP TO IT. I HAVE BEEN FIGHTING WITH THEM FOR 2 MONTHS TO GET MY TRAVEL TRAILER REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY ALL THEY DO IS FEED ME WITH BULLSHIT LIES AND EXCUSES. THEN TELL ME IT IS FINALLY COMPLETE BUT ONE PART WAS BROKE SO THEY WILL SHIP IT TO ME. I ASKED TO GET IT WRITING THAT THEY OWED THE PART AND WOULD SHIP IT NO CHARGE TO ME (JUST ASKED TO PUT IT ON PAPER WHAT THEY WERE TELLING ME OVER THE PHONE) THEY BASICALLY REFUSED AND ACTED LIKE I WAS TRYING TO SCREW THEM. IT IS ASHAME YOU SPEND THAT KIND OF MONEY ON SOMETHING AND JUST GET THE SHAFT OVER THE DEAL. SERVICE AFTER THE SALE IS NON EXISTANT THERE!!!!
  

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• driveshaft -- Terry, 02/ 9/06 8:24pm
  Mark Williams 4 inch aluminium driveshaft with powerglide front yoke and 1350 u joints. New,used as a mock up only never run. $400 obo.
  

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  • forgot 41 inches center to center. (NT) -- Terry, 02/ 9/06 8:29pm
  
  
• Thank you from the Hughes Family -- Donald & Hr, 02/ 5/06 1:26pm
  HR and Myself would like to thank each and everyone for all
  of your prayers, thoughtfulness, and kindness during the last two weeks. Also, thank you for the flowers, the phone
  calls and the visits. You all have shown us what friendship
  really means. Without you all remembering us and our
  family, it would have been a little more difficult getting
  through this very sad and tough time. Your are a great
  bunch and we are very proud to call you our friends. Donald and HR & The whole Hughes Family
  

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• On a sad note -- DH, 02/ 1/06 12:26am
  Donald Hughes' mother, Betty Hughes, passed away earlier this week. Services will be held at 12:30pm, Friday February 3rd, at:
  
  St. Theresa's Catholic Church,
  4311 Small Drive,
  Austin, Texas.
  
  Our heartfelt condolences, thoughts, and prayers are with Donald and the Hughes family during this difficult time.
  
  The Hubbard family
  

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  • We are very sorry for your loss and extend our deepest sympathy and our prayers. (NT) -- The Hanson family, 02/ 1/06 7:57am
  • Sorry to here about your MOM Donald (NT) -- Rick Cowger and family, 02/ 1/06 9:11am
  • So sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our family prayers. (NT) -- Terry, 02/ 1/06 1:35pm
  • Loss of MOM -- Richard O, 02/ 1/06 5:41pm
  • Loss of MOM -- Richard and Kathy, 02/ 1/06 5:44pm
  • Donald, there are no words to express the loss of a family member - but safe to say she's in a better place now. My Regards (NT) -- Jeff Owen, 02/ 1/06 10:21pm
  • Donald , you and H.R. will be in our prayers. (NT) -- The Elliotts, 02/ 1/06 10:33pm
  • sorry about your mom donald (NT) -- jeff b, 02/ 1/06 11:34pm
  • Sorry about your Mom. (NT) -- Rusco, 02/ 2/06 7:46am
  • With Deepest Sympathy -- Olivier Family (R.Cowger's Pit Crew), 02/ 2/06 8:23pm
  • Our Condolences to the Hughes Family (NT) -- Conrad Racing Engines, 02/ 3/06 10:55am
  • Sorry to hear about your Mom.God Bless (NT) -- Jim Naylor, 02/ 3/06 12:28pm
  
  
• Donald (Boxman) Hughes' mom has been admitted to the hospital and is seriously ill. Those of us that have been through this type of situation realize how difficult it is and the support of your friends can be very comforting. Please keep Donald and his family in your thoughts and prayers. -- DH, 01/30/06 12:10am
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    • Amen! Me too. I will also add my prayers in agreement and of support. (NT) -- Ed-vancedEngines, 01/31/06 3:19am
  
  
• ************IT'S OFFICIAL************* -- DH, 01/28/06 10:32pm
  The contract on Angleton Dragway has been signed and possession has officially been transferred to a Houston based LLC, with Richard Otwell the CEO. Richard had a meeting earlier today that resulted in Jack Robinson, Nancy Moses, Terry Coldwater (sp?), and Brian, all returning to the duties they held previously. A work day is scheduled for February 4th to clean the track and premises. Any one who wishes to come help is certainly welcome. A test-n-tune playday is in the works for either February 11th or the 18th, depending on how long it takes to prepare the track and weather conditions. All TPSA cars, crews, and family members are invited at a discount rate. Details will follow shortly.
  
  The track will be heavily involved in high school programs including racing, street nites, jr. dragsters, bracket racing, and some special events including the TPSA. Some of the improvements being looked at are additional lighting, backup generator power, and a general inspection of the track surface, return road, and pit area.
  
  Brazoria County racers and all of the Houston area will benefit from Angleton being re-opened. First and foremost it will be a fun, racer friendly, family oriented place that you can take your entire family to either race or spectate. The tradition of a fast, well prepared racing surface with friendly staff and management will also continue.
  
  Any additional info or news will be posted here as it happens. I'll post track contact info as it becomes available and in the meantime if you have any question feel free to contact me.
  

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  • In the race to see who dies with the most toys. Otwell just put us all onother lap down. I think I am about 30 laps down with a tire going flat (NT) -- JB, 01/29/06 11:51am
  • Angleton -- RAO, 01/29/06 10:54pm
  • angleton raceway -- n miller, 01/30/06 9:11am
    • Thanks for the interest, n miller. Call Jack @ 409 766-0549 to volunteer....he'll be glad to hear from you. (NT) -- DH, 01/30/06 5:57pm
  
  
• Homepage is updated........# 7 Don Holcomb is the featured member. -- more to come....., 01/29/06 11:55pm
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• Koni Electric Shock Position voltage -- Bam-Bam, 01/29/06 7:55pm
  I told Don Holcomb I would post the voltage numbers I got on the shock servo motor control wire. (The blue one) This information is only useful if you are trying to condemn a malfunctioning shock controller. Or if you need to know your shock servo motor is working or not. First let me say when testing the unit you will need to strip the wires back or probe into the wires as they are hooked up and ready to race on the car or on the bench. In other words you can't just disconnect the wires at the top of the shock and stick a probe in the end of the connector. This test needs to see load or amperage draw on the wire. That being said the servo motor in the shock has 4 positions position 4 being the stiffest extension setting.
  15.86 battery voltage at time of test.
  13.80 shock position #4
  13.60 shock position #3
  13.40 shock position #2
  13.20 shock position #1
  I hope this information helps.
  
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• Car Count -- CONRAD, 01/28/06 9:38pm
  CONRAD,S CAR READY--COWGER,S MOTOR ON THE DYNO TUESDAY
  DONNIE WILLIAM,S MOTOR ON THE DYNO NEXT SAT. OR MONDAY
  WERE TRYING TO GET OUR HOMEWORK DONE TO ACHIVE GOOD MARKS.
  SEE YOU GUY,S IN SEGUIN ON THE 25TH.
  

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• Rumor has it Angleton Dragway has been purchased and will be reopening soon. Anyone heard anything about this? How about you Mr. Hubbard? -- Gracie Slick, 01/28/06 11:58am
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  • " A houston based Corporation is in the process of purchasing Angleton Dragway". It normally takes about ten days for all of the paperwork to be prepared and closing to be completed at the Title Company. The first "official" announcement will be posted right here so stay tuned. I can tell you that the fun, racer friendly, family atmosphere that Randy perfected will continue with the new owner and the track will re-open ASAP. Thanks for asking, Gracie, and maybe we'll see you soon. (NT) -- DH, 01/28/06 1:37pm
  
  
• How about a progress report on cars,motors,teams,ect. Website is looking better every day.Good job guys! -- Keepin the board movin, 01/27/06 3:48pm
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  • Well my computer says that the carb spacer and gear change are going to be worth at least two thenths and five MPH . CAN"T WAIT TO SEE THAT HAPPEN . Tired of bench racing lets get it on . (NT) -- Tide for #1, 01/27/06 5:19pm
  • Let's just say that M.M. ain't done yet. Not just clobbertons.... -- M.M., 01/27/06 8:44pm
  • Here's a partial recap. 7 members/cars that basically left their stuff alone or minor adjustments during the off season, 6 that are still in the motor shop that should be ready in 2 weeks or less, 3 in the engine shop that didn't race much last year that are gonna make the full season in '06, 2 current members with new cars nearly ready, 2 previous members coming back, 2 new members with new cars, probably a couple more still in stealth mode (covert action). 22 teams and most likely I've overlooked someone. More as it develops. (NT) -- TPSA Tour '06, 01/28/06 12:39am
  • CAR COUNT -- CONRAD, 01/28/06 12:11pm
  
  
• HOMEPAGE and Gallery IS UPDATED!! # 8 in the '05 Championship Series, Clint Crownover, is featured currently. The page will be updated every three days until the top 10 have been displayed. Send me any pics or info that you would like to have listed. Thanks, -- DH, 01/26/06 7:10pm
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• Word on the street is Jeff Storrs is coming back to play with us with help from Custom Auto Machine. Maybe Jeff will post some details here. -- ??, 01/25/06 12:22am
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• Are eletronic traction control devices legal for us to use?If so has anybody used one yet? -- Jim, 01/23/06 3:43pm
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  • Oooops,typo "electronics" (NT) -- Jim, 01/23/06 3:45pm
  • TCD's have been around awhile but we adopt NHRA & IHRA rules when possible and TCD's aren't legal in any class. That take all of the fun out of the finals at midnite....LOL! (NT) -- DH, 01/23/06 10:14pm
  
  
• ******WE'RE BACK***** (as you can see) It seems when the VoyForums go down it lasts a couple of days. Be sure to check the homepage @ www.texasprostock.com regularly as it will be updated frequently. The top ten will be gettin' some props! -- DH, 01/23/06 1:09pm
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• ******ATTENTION......Homepage, Gallery, and Rules Page Updated***** -- DH (thanks to JC), 01/20/06 2:56am
  
  Email me @ drh471@hotmail.com with any of your favorite car pictures and I'll include them in the gallery. I also need current pics for the tracks and sponsors.
  
  If you weren't "bench racing" at the watering hole after the Banquet you missed a good time. I think every possible engine/trans/rear end/tire combo was covered as well as many other topics. One thing that was mentioned was the fact we have two cars that would like to join us this year. The catch is they're both 605" motors (conventional heads) and are otherwise legal. The racers, and engine builders I talked to at the Banquet and afterward have been in favor of allowing these cars to race with an additional 50#'s added, making their base weight 2500#'s with one carb. If we allow them we will definitely keep an eye on their performance and adjust if necessary. Please contact me, Rick, or Donald with your opinion ASAP as I've promised these guys a prompt decision.
  
  The other "hot" topic was the high tech tranny's (three speeds) that are starting to become available....extremely expensive, but available. Most experts agree that we would see minimal improvements with our cars (2400#'s and 1/8 mile racing) but they are quicker. Therefore, the new tech tranny's (210's, etc.) will carry 50#'s more weight, just like the 904. This technology is changing daily it seems and it's impossible to keep up with it. Weight will be added to keep the performance of any new tranny combo inline with a quality 'glide. If you have any questions, let me know.
  
  That's it for now. Call or email me, Rick, or Donald with any questions, comments, or suggestions. Thanks.
  

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  • 605 MOTORs -- Travis (Lucky) Leach, 01/20/06 2:17pm
  
  
• *********TPSA BANQUET************* -- DH, 01/16/06 4:33pm
  
  Congratulations to all the award winners! We had a great turnout for the Banquet.....nearly standing room only and that presented a minor glitch with the Maitre'D..but he got over it...LOL. It is wonderful to see so much support and interest in the TPSA.
  
  Thanks again to our special guests, Scott Singleton from Houston Raceway Park, and the "godfathers" Mike Morgan, and Mark Neberman. I personally thank Rick Hanson for his efforts finding this venue and putting the details together, and Donald Hughes for contacting the members and updating their information. He spent a lot of time emailing everyone and "smilin' and dialin'". Thanks also to Kathy Otwell f