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Originally posted by B KING:
I entered today also, see you there.

2BKING

Me too.....

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Originally posted by Cashflow:
Not to hijack the thread but someone told me that Bruce Williams had crashed his dragster? Any news on that?

Yes, his chutes didn't open in Tucson last weekend. Tried to make the turn and almost made it. Hit the sand barrels broke a front wheel off and tore the rearend out. He's taking the chassis back to Yancer next week to discuss repairs or upgrading. Thankfully, Bruce himself is fine..

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Originally posted by Cashflow:
Not to hijack the thread but someone told me that Bruce Williams had crashed his dragster? Any news on that?

Vern, Dave and all.
Yes I crashed my dragster at Firebird last Friday night.
I believe the car is repairable.
I'll be taking it to Tom Yancer next week.

This is a hard lesson learned. I had not had the parachutes out since November of last year at Las Vegas which was the last time I had driven in TD. Neither chute opened. They were out but never blossomed.
If your not going to race for a long time be sure to repack your chute so they are not all compressed together. I suppose a bit of talcum powder doesn't hurt as well.
I will not have a car to race at the Hangovers but would like to drive down one day to hang out.
Hope to see everyone there.

Bruce,

Sorry for your misfortune, I'm glad you're OK!

Hope you make the drive down to Tucson, would like to meet you.

2BKING

Wow that really sucks Bruce, sorry to hear that

Bruce,

Sorry to hear of the incident, but grateful you are ok! Hopefully Tom can get the car all fixed up.

I too almost got taken out at FB one time by a very stale chute deployment - the spring was basically limp, and all the guts got tangled in my brake lines and under the tires - got my attention! Stay on top of your chute maintenance guys! Went to a CO2 launcher after that.

Sorry for your loss Bruce, But I’m glad you’re OK.

Bruce,

Glad you’re okay bud! Personal opinion is I would have him do a new chassis but I know that will take longer. Good luck my friend, hopefully see you in Phoenix.

Looks like the weather is looking good for the event, mid - high 60's daytime & low 40's at night.

The race rig is all hooked-up with some light packing in the morning. Then leaving around 10:30 am for the 7 1/2-hour trip. Stacking/sleeping outside the gate.

2BKING hopes this is worth the trip.

Good luck Bryan! BTW, I got my ignition back from MSD. The report shows nothing wrong, it will probably work perfectly now!

Thanks Vern, I'm going to need some luck. I started coming down with something last couple days.

Of course, the ignition is fine, They fixed it.

Thanks for "The Letter", I will look forward to maybe seeing one next year.

2BKING

Well, I won't be there. My wife Teresa didn't feel very good the day after Christmas and it has progressed to a positive Covid test. She feels rotten so I'll be here to help her and quarantine myself just in case.
Got some welding done on my trailer and I'm starting to catch up on some other little projects. Bye bye to my entry fee but things could be worse,

Be king ends up winning $500 run for the money when is 574 dial goes 574 with a zero

WTG BK!!

Excellent, congrats bud!

Got 2 payouts today, but no final round appearances.

I shouldn't even be at the track. I've been sicker than a rabid dog.

2BKING staying all to myself.

Don’t let Bking fool you, he is on his game, He’s been sick as heck with no energy doing real good.There is a bunch of tight pack packages. Very tough crowd with killer cars.

On pause for an oil down.

2BKING going rounds again today.

Got in the money again last night, for a total of 3 payouts. I was trying to get that last of the year win(s).

2BKING it's a new year!

Thanks for all the kind words!

JRED,

Thanks again for your hospitality & it was great meeting you!

As for Tucson Dragway/Hangover Nationals, I rate them at an A-. There was only a couple of minor things I didn't like. This was the 1st time racing there & I'll make the 7.5-hour tow again for the same race or similar race.

I did set personal best with the cars performance & people seemed to like my wheelie show also.

2BKING