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Hey guys, we made it to the Gators. I wanted to get this video up yesterday, but better late than never. It rain all night and is still raining although very light. Rumor was that might pull us in today, but I don't see that happening. I am sure the fields are soft. The rest of the week looks great, we just have to get through todays nasty weather.

https://youtu.be/0HbEeFXLWX8

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Ken, thank you for this one. Made me miss the Florida I know so well, the serenity of rural roads. Just hearing your GPS announce that you’re turning onto County Road 225, got me giddy, bringing back great memories.

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Loved the rolling in video Ken, as always.

The commentary about people was spot on, thanks.

Here's what I go by. Be grateful for what you have and what you can do. It could ALL be gone tomorrow.

Thanks for your time and you all have fun these next 2 weekends.

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Enjoyed the video, thank you. I'd love to do Gainesville some day, but it's a long tow from the west coast!

Your thoughts on prickly people are on the mark, they are miserable and try to draw everyone down to their level. Thankfully, there are few of them, one of the joys of drag racing is the people. Racing is just something we do, so many more things of importance in our lives. If you're not having fun, you need to pick something else to do. My motto has always been a bad day racing beats a good day at work!

Good luck!

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I've heard that motto before and it's so true. I'd be absolutely ready and willing to assist on that long tow if the Jordans ever decided to make that haul. Gainesville is on the top of my "Must Do" list before I hang the helmet up.

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Hey guys, well its a wet morning with light showers. The rain does not want to move out. Last night the radar was clear, and this morning it was back. Forecast calls for it to move out in a few hours, but as I type is still raining.

I can't imaging what the pits look like. No word on parking yet. I would not be surprised if they don't park us today.

I thought the photos below would be cool to post even though its a Super Street car, for me all race cars are cool. This is Joe Castello's 78 Trans Am. You all know him as the NHRA announcer. He also does the in the lanes for the sportsman, I'm sure many of you have met him... I real car guy. His dad bought the Trans Am new in 78. Its so cool to see cars like this with history. The photos do it no justice, it is super clean. I joked with him... saying it would make a great Super Stocker.

https://classracer.com/q/JC1.jpg

https://classracer.com/q/JC2.jpg

https://classracer.com/q/JC3.jpg

https://classracer.com/q/JC4.jpg

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Just got the word, no parking today. Parking will start tomorrow at 7:30am. The sun has been out since 11am, but there is still standing water in the usual spots as of 4pm.

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Sweet, that means I'm not gonna be late lol. I'll be pulling in the line around midnight tonight if all goes as planned

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Hey guys, so sorry for the lack of reports. They started parking at 7:50am, and it was a little hectic to say the least. Pit parking was a challenge, many chose the black top, and will move next week. The ground is soft in many spots, I have not heard of anyone getting stuck. The parking crew sure had their hands full today, but by noon everyone was parked. I would say at least 300 rigs were parked today. All in all with the conditions they had to deal with, they did a good job.

I'll be back tomorrow with photos and more video, if I get a good run I will only take the one shot, so I can have time for reports, photos and video. The weather looks great for this week, you couldn't ask for better racing conditions.

https://youtu.be/DkqsqB5z21M

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Nice job on the trip through the pits Ken. Hope you guys and gals have great weather for both weekends.

There is a very cool video on Joe's Trans Am on You Tube. Joe talks with Steve Magnante, good to see him doing well. Maybe someone with more skills than me can post it for everyone to see.

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Good morning everyone, welcome to the Baby Gators. You couldn't ask for a better week of racing weather wise. The pits are drying out, and yeah it was a challenge for sure to get everyone parked.

Super Street has been called to the lanes, and Stock is on deck. Weather numbers this morning are as follows...

Temp 62
Humid 64%
Bar 29.87
DA 775
Water Grains 51
Wind calm.

The mornings photos...

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Live Stream for anyone that does not have the link. Q1 Stock in the books, Super Comp up, Super Stock on deck.

https://www.youtube.com/live/ZK03z6u...j_wDOBbmY8MwZc

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Stock and Super Stock Q1...

https://classracer.com/q/stkbg.jpg

https://classracer.com/q/ssbg.jpg

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Class qualifying? Anybody?
Can't count on DRC...I see

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Good morning all, its a little cool this morning, but it will warm up to the mid 70's. First round of class which includes our 3 qualifier will be fast. I will post weather number below. Mark, I will try to post a class list. I did not see it last night.

Stock class will start at 8:30 according to the schedule. I will post final qualifying later. I'm sure it will make a big change as many were lifting at the 1000 yesterday.

Weather numbers as of 8:15
Temp 56
Humid 77%
Bar 29.87
Water Grains 50
Wind calm

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Super Stock action yesterday...

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For those that seem to think Class does not matter to some....the amount of 1.00 under runs this morning proves otherwise.

Some VERY impressive runs this morning, even if not full throttle.

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Stock final qualifying and ladder. Super Stock just finished there first round of Class. I'll post when final qualifying is up.

https://classracer.com/q/stkfbg.jpg

https://classracer.com/q/stklbg.jpg

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Super Stock final qualifying and ladder...

https://classracer.com/q/sslbg.jpg

https://classracer.com/q/ssfbg.jpg

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Thanks Ken!

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Any one get a picture of Mike McGinley going on the rear bumper in first round of class this morning? How about a picture of Bill Dyers 59 Vette SS car?

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McNeal Freeman in the Taxi at #7

Bob Bender and the land barge

Mike Moller doing great

Love the fast cars but also really love the slower tier of cars, a gust of wind on top end can ruin their day!

Wish I had room in my garage for Yak's Escort!!

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We are all done for the day. I wish I could have given a break down on Class, just not enough time to get it done. DRC will have it posted sometime tomorrow. Stock will be out first at 8:30am with round 1.

Lets take a look at and ride with Jaymes Rawlings 05 Super Stock FGT/C Sunfire.

https://youtu.be/JQLq0EVYXH4

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Ken M's picture ( I love how stock it looks :)) https://classracer.com/classforum/at...6&d=1740748399

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How does that 59 Vette fit SS ?

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The 59 Vette with 283/230 is in the guide.

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Hey guys, another chilly morning, but we will warm up to mid 70's with mostly sunny skies. I will post weather numbers below, but they will change as Junior dragsters will be out first followed by Stock round 1.

Temp 50
Humid 89%
Bar 29.79
DA 20ft
Water Grains 45
Wind calm

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Super Stock...

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Its been a long day, Stock finals just finished up. Josh Decker over Orion Riley.

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Super Stock final... Tyler Caheely over Monty Bogan

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Hey guys, more photos from the Baby Gators...

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Super Stock...

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Hey guys, I'm sorry, but this is my last report from the Gators. I have family emergency so I need to head home. I'll see you all on my next rolling into. Thanks everyone for your support, without you guys there is no Class Racer. Anyone that is here at the track feel to post any info or updates.

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Thank you and safe travels

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Thank You Ken for Class Racer. Life is a little better because of all you do.

Like Larry said, safe travels and I pray that everything works out well.

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In super stock #15 on the Q-sheet SS/QA 2002 firebird what engine combo is that the V6 ?

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Yes that is the V6 Ken.

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According to DRC the race has been rained out for today. Good luck to all tomorrow, and no doubt Monday.