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Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
I had hopes of making the trip down to Times Square tomorrow, but sadly my schedule won’t allow it. There’s always next year. By the looks of things it’s very crowded. It’s elbow to elbow I’m sure.
All I am finding to read lately is Jimmy Johnson this and that. I [...]
Sports Illustrated Snubs NASCAR Again, Or Is It Just Jimmie Johnson?
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
Again this year the Sports Illustrated issue following the crowning of the NASCAR Champion has little more than a footnote on the cover about the Champ and the end of a long 36 race, coast to coast, NASCAR season.
Both last years and this years NASCAR Champion has been denied [...]
More Anti-CoT Talk
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
On NASCAR.com there is an article about how the CoT is more depended on technology than ever before.
“Computer simulations and the seven-post shaker rig (a machine that simulates suspension dynamics) are far more reliable in determining what a racecar needs” (Reid Spencer) than any suggestions a driver might make [...]
Clint Bowyer at 190 mph
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
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Clint Bowyer at 190 mph
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pattyjo in her glory
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
pattyjo in her glory
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Little Debbie goes Downunder
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Ambrose Moves Up To Top Division Of Nascar
Now this is good news. Of course putting a rookie in the #21 Lil’ Debbie may not help the Wood Brother’s for ‘08, but it’s a smart move. Marcos is well liked by fans, drivers and the media. His debut in the Busch Series was [...]
Quiet
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
I hope y’all had a good Thanksgiving weekend. Ours was good with plenty of food and desserts. Seemed to be lacking though and it’s probably from being the first off weekend of racing. I’ve found myself watching college football and a lot of movies. If you haven’t seen “Mr. Brooks” and [...]
OK, Honestly, Tell Me What You Think
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
I’ve been experimenting with the new Blogger layouts and tools at my new site, The Works of Stephen King.
I’ve always wanted to start that site but I’ve never really gotten around to it. I also wanted to play around with the new Blogger stuff that they’ve added over the [...]
Kyle Busch Leaves Homestead Still Looking For His Maturity
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
Here is a direct quote from Dale Jr; “Kyle (Busch) was being a jerk, running in to me and carrying on and trying to rile me up. I don’t know why he spun me out on pit road. I guess he was blinded by the sun too. Or he [...]
Well, Let’s See How The Self-Proclaimed Expert Did
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
At the beginning of the season I outlined my Top 12 finishers for this year’s NEXTEL Cup. Let’s see how I did.
Here is who I picked to be in the Top 12:
1. Tony Stewart (just keep him out of the Busch cars)
2. Kevin Harvick (just keep his mouth [...]
Is Jimmie Johnson Really The Champ?
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
Jeff Gordon fans are rabid right now. Why? Because under the old point system Jeff Gordon would be Champion instead of Jimmie Johnson. In fact, this Championship would make Jeff Gordon a 6 time Champ because he would have won another Championship under the old point system the very [...]
White Stuff
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
Winter has paid us an early visit or perhaps it’s a warning of things to come. It started about 4:30 am and by 11:00 am it was still falling. Luckily it did not accumulate much, but the roads proved a challenge with the usual number, more or less, of fender benders. This [...]
On To Times Square
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
Times Square in NYC is one of the worlds greatest destinations. I grew up in small town USA on Lake Michigan, Grand Haven, which has it’s own little bit of fame. Pictured below [link] is the Grand Haven Musical Fountain. It has been a huge attraction for many decades. One would have [...]
I’ll Tell You What …
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
… if I hear Rusty Wallace say, “I’ll tell you what,” one more time during the race I’m going to kill myself.
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Kenseth Could Learn A Thing From Kahne
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
Kasey Kahne is under investigation after a ‘misunderstanding’ with a security guard at the Homestead track. All the details can be found at NASCAR.com.
I bet if Kahne were Carl Edwards’ teammate he wouldn’t have put with Carl’s antics from a few weeks ago.
So the pretty boy has an attitude [...]
Typical
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
Farewell Busch Series, but at least you went out with a bang. The last Busch race yesterday at Homestead was anything but boring with several lead changes and plenty of action. My prayers were not answered though as one final “Buschwhacker” did take the win. Jeff Burton winning was better than some [...]
From Bud Pole to “Light” Pole
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
With Johnson on the pole there’s actually a chance he might not be in Victory Lane for the final race of ‘07. It’s not too often that a pole sitter wins. I’ve accepted his chances of this years Championship is all but owned, but I truly hope that we have a feel [...]
Homestead Has Drivers Saying Final Good-Byes To Their Trusted 4 Tire Horses
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
Homestead will mark the last race for Chevrolet’s Monte Carlo SS. “With 396 wins since its introduction in 1971, the Monte Carlo brand has set a benchmark in the series. Drivers such as Dale Earnhardt, Benny Parsons, Cale Yarborough and Terry Labonte piloted their Monte Carlos to wins and [...]
Does Lewis Hamilton deserve the championship?
Written by Michael Vass
Lewis Hamilton did not win the Formula One championship. Or will he? The final race in Brazil ended with Hamilton in 7th place, much to the dismay of many fans. But as in most auto races there was a controversy.
In this case it seems that the 4th, 5th, and 6th place cars [...]
“A Measure of Your Character Is More Important Than The Number of Wins You Have” - Dale Earnhardt Jr
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
This weekend’s race will be last one for Dale Earnhardt Jr and DEI together.
“It’s hard to imagine it was 1999 when we made our first Cup start with this team and with Budweiser,” he said. “I’m excited about the off-season and jumping right into my new deal, but it’s [...]
Start to Finish
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
Another project near completion. The exterior is finished. It took longer than expected due to weather. I have some loose ends on the interior, but it will remain a shell until the home owner gets together another 25 or 30k to finish it off inside. It’s always a good feeling to walk [...]
The NASCAR race you didn’t see on ESPN
Written by Michael Vass
I really can’t take credit for what you are about to see. Funnyanimalvideos.com was the site where I got this video from and I must say it is quite funny. A friend of mine saw this video with me, and as a major fan of NASCAR was just rolling with laughter.
Beware the [...]
The King and Family
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
I do hope the Petty’s can pull things together. The recent choice to move to the Yates garage in Moorseville may help. Richard was on the tele Sunday and said if after the 3 year lease is up with Robert Yates and things have improved he will consider building a new complex.
What [...]
Johnson’s Domination In The Chase Is As Simple As 10 Out Of 13
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
Trust me, this will get to Jimmie Johnson, you just have to bear with me.
Today at work I had to attend a workshop at the High School in which my elementary school ‘feeds’ to. All of the other ‘feeder’ schools were there as well. All and all it was [...]
Happy Veteran’s Day
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
What a boring a whacked out race at Phoenix. Things could not have been more predictable. Well, other than The Biff charging forward near the end. That was the best part of the race. It was a replay of Texas. NASCAR should tweek the Chase format and move some of these flat [...]
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