NASCAR thread

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Originally Posted by ylopony

In 5 more laps Gordon could have been #25th. I was really expecting that engine to go. If it would have made it another 5 laps I think Hamlin would have caught him within 3 laps. That car was the best one on the track.

I agree, passing him would have been harder for JJ and some of the others but the 11 was able to drive anywhere.

They should be dang proud of that motor, it made it through a good burnout too. I'm not much of a burnout guy --- I prefer the ole skool guys like Martin and Burton.

When that team gets on a roll they win a bunch.

[Blackpony04]

Crap, another great track turned boring by the new ugly asz car. I swear they are heading for SPEC racers eventually and there hasn't been an exciting finish in the COT cars yet!

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Originally Posted by Blackpony04

Crap, another great track turned boring by the new ugly asz car. I swear they are heading for SPEC racers eventually and there hasn't been an exciting finish in the COT cars yet!

I can't disagree with that.

I think we're going to have an early silly season.

[falcongtho3]

I thikn the silly season started last week at Jr.s news conferenrce...

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Originally Posted by falcongtho3

I thikn the silly season started last week at Jr.s news conferenrce...

Oh yeah, every move is gonna start a BIG ripple effect.

[falcongtho3]

Now I can look forward to not getting to watch the All Star race next weekend. Since it's only going to play on Speed and not on Fox guess I'll be renting a movie...

[02mach1]

Originally Posted by falcongtho3

Now I can look forward to not getting to watch the All Star race next weekend. Since it's only going to play on Speed and not on Fox guess I'll be renting a movie...

Will the tv ratings on down again because of Jeffy 24#

[Blackpony04]

Originally Posted by 02mach1

Will the tv ratings on down again because of Jeffy 24#

No, because ALL of the races have been boring this year!

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Originally Posted by Blackpony04

No, because ALL of the races have been boring this year!

Haaaaaaaaa, if NASCAR wants to get people watching they may have to start treating Jeffy and Hendrick like a Roush team.

[gvervoren]

Originally Posted by ylopony

Another lousy day for all you Hendricks bashers.

Again, Jeff Gordon showing why he is one of the all time greats whether Earnhardt fans want to admit it or not.

You gotta give credit where credit is due. And you got to admit, (hate them or not)The Hendricks organization has what it takes, great cars and great drivers.

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Speed Channel on Wind Tunnel -------------

"Intimidator vs BoyWonder, who is better"

Why even start that discussion!!!

[gvervoren]

Originally Posted by geoffav

Speed Channel on Wind Tunnel -------------

"Intimidator vs BoyWonder, who is better"

Why even start that discussion!!!

That's a no brainer!!

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Originally Posted by gvervoren

That's a no brainer!!

It's hard to beat a dead legend but in this case it still wouldn't matter.

Some people will never acknowledge his accomplishments because they just hate the guy. There is no denying he's a record setter.

[ylopony]

Originally Posted by geoffav

It's hard to beat a dead legend but in this case it still wouldn't matter.

Some people will never acknowledge his accomplishments because they just hate the guy. There is no denying he's a record setter.

I agree. It's like trying to say who was the better running back, Walter Payton or Jim Brown. Who was better, Babe Ruth or Hank Aaron. There is no way to say for sure, it's all a matter of opinion.

However, as you stated, hate the guy or like the guy, there is no way you can say that he is not one of the all time greats. 50 years from now people will look back and say that Earnhardt and Gordon were two of the best drivers that ever raced in Nascar.

There are some that will say Earnhardt was not as good as Darryl Waltrip. Again hard to compare the two drivers. In my opinion, I will say this, Earnhardt was not the greatest of all time. That has to go to the legend who drove the #43, Richard Petty.

Sorry again Gordon bashers. I'm sure it hurts to admit it, but he is a great racer. I also find it interesting that most fans can admit this, the only camp that has a hard time are the Earnhardt fans.

[falcongtho3]

Looks like Jr's managed to fall a few rungs down the ladder. After getting caught with illegal stanchions on his rear deck spoiler he's now out 100 points as well as 100 owners points for his step-mom and team owner. Tony Eury, Jr. get to pay 100grand and watch the next 6 poins races from the comfort of his recliner at home...ouch!

[02mach1]

Originally Posted by falcongtho3

Looks like Jr's managed to fall a few rungs down the ladder. After getting caught with illegal stanchions on his rear deck spoiler he's now out 100 points as well as 100 owners points for his step-mom and team owner. Tony Eury, Jr. get to pay 100grand and watch the next 6 poins races from the comfort of his recliner at home...ouch!

Nascar should check 24,48 cars to

[03mach69mach]

I just read where they found Vasoline in the drivers seats on the 24 & 48, but won't penalize them as it didn't make them faster, just slicker

[birdman941]

Originally Posted by 03mach69mach

I just read where they found Vasoline in the drivers seats on the 24 & 48, but won't penalize them as it didn't make them faster, just slicker

Probably helped them trying to get "on a pole".

[ylopony]

Originally Posted by birdman941

Probably helped them trying to get "on a pole".

The way the Roush boys have been lately, the've been mostly "in the rear" LOL

[02mach1]

Originally Posted by birdman941

Probably helped them trying to get "on a pole".

good one:LAUGH:

[falcongtho3]

Hot d@mn!!! Bill Elliott will be back in a Wood Bros. Ford starting with the CocaCola 600 next weekend!!! there may be hope for NASCAR yet, and maybe even Ford! (OK, it's still a way to use past champions provisionals, but I don't care! Awesome Bill's in a Ford!)

http://www.nascar.com/2007/news/head...dex.html?imw=Y

[03mach69mach]

Originally Posted by birdman941

Probably helped them trying to get "on a pole".

I think you are right, it doesn't make them faster, just easier for them to sit on the Pole

Bill Elliott back in a Ford. Kind of like your wife leaving you for the next door neighbor then coming back after 7 years. Not sure I am gonna throw a party for him. He has to apologize for alot and hopefully win a couple before I am back on the wagon.

[birdman941]

I met Bill a few times when I was at Development.
Really a nice guy, and a clean driver.
Always been a huge Elliott fan.

[Thunderbolt]

Bill Elliot will just be making laps, that's it. No threat at all. If anything, he should take over commentating duties on NBC from when B.P. died.

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Originally Posted by Thunderbolt

Bill Elliot will just be making laps, that's it. No threat at all. If anything, he should take over commentating duties on NBC from when B.P. died.

I don't think so. He's not the kind to just ride.