Drag Racers, Why do we race ?

Larry Hill · 01-12-2018, 10:27 AM

....'cause they don't have model airplane contests every week.

Never lost the love of being pressed against the seat by mashing on the accelerator.

To see if I'm working in the right direction to improve my car.

Race against the great drivers.

Attain personal goals.

JIM MARSHALL · 01-12-2018, 11:24 AM

The only reason I continue to race is " I hate my money"!

X-TECH MAN · 01-12-2018, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by JIM MARSHALL

The only reason I continue to race is " I hate my money"!

You nailed it Jim !

Kenny Bomar · 01-13-2018, 04:23 PM

My dad bought a 1933 American austin bantam for 15$ when I was abt 6 yrs old it broke and he put it in our 1 car garage it sat there rotting til I was 14 he told me if I could get it running he would give it to me. That did it the next 2 yrs every spare moment and $ went to it! But at 16 when I got those license I was rolling except when it would break down. Saving my $ sacking groceries all thru high school upon graduation and entering trade school to be an electrician I bought a brand new "wish I still had it" 1966 ss396 chevelle 375 hp and a 4 spd! I was broke but happiest 17 yr old on the planet! After a couple of expensive trips to jail for racing I knew I had to Change the plan I went to Lakeland drag strip in Memphis Wow!! The cars , competition , and legal !! Got me!! Ran pure stock til I could afford a set of headers. Then ran stock, bought a new 1969 Camaro w 6 Cyl and 3 spd and put in the same combo I run now 427 425 hp ran b/sa. Ran it 2 yrs sold it to Jerry Jennings in n Carolina , he still has it I tried to buy it back. Was shopping for a car that fit closer to the top of the class and got to running w the juke joint crowd then turned Hippie for a while needless to say race car money gone! Someone told me I could have a new life w/ Jesus went to church when I was young but never heard of being Born Again thot I'd try it . Got real salvation started following Him about 1985 my oldest son said Dad lets build a race car! Built a CAmaro just like my original and started using it as a tool for Jesus I'm a Godspeed Chaplain for Memphis Int Raceway and having a blast!

jmcarter · 01-13-2018, 04:47 PM

Great personal story Kenny. Hopefully you've had to chance to read the book "Unbroken" (don't see the movie, read the book) about how Louie Zamperini rather unexpectantly accepted Christ after an amazing personal journey. I've always enjoyed going to the morning services at the races. It gives us all a chance to reflect on many things, including how God blesses us with the chance to share a passion with others doing something we love to do.

For me, Chaplain services at the races definitely goes on the list of why we race.

GTX JOHN · 01-15-2018, 05:40 PM

The RFC Chaplains are an absolute constant Blessing and Encouragement to us at both the Local and National Races out here in Div.7.

Jim Jack's sage bible based advise in particular has been a lighthouse in the sometimes fog of my walk thru this life.

Thanks to all the Chaplains.....We love each and every you!!

michael mercer · 01-15-2018, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Larry Hill

....'cause they don't have model airplane contests every week..

Would that be: control line, RC, free flight, rubber powered, or static display?

D.Johns · 01-16-2018, 11:27 PM

I just wanna go fast.....

Larry Hill · 01-17-2018, 08:14 AM

Control Line Rat Racing

Curt Rees · 01-17-2018, 08:33 AM

'cause I always wanted to be a politician and spend money foolishly......

#5458

Curt Rees

01-12-2018, 10:27 AM	#1
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JIM MARSHALL Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Indian Land SC Posts: 125 Likes: 272 Liked 393 Times in 49 Posts	Re: Drag Racers, Why do we race ? The only reason I continue to race is " I hate my money"! __________________ Jim Marshall 1967 STK

01-13-2018, 04:23 PM	#4
Kenny Bomar Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: mphs tn Posts: 226 Likes: 3 Liked 425 Times in 51 Posts	Re: Drag Racers, Why do we race ? My dad bought a 1933 American austin bantam for 15$ when I was abt 6 yrs old it broke and he put it in our 1 car garage it sat there rotting til I was 14 he told me if I could get it running he would give it to me. That did it the next 2 yrs every spare moment and $ went to it! But at 16 when I got those license I was rolling except when it would break down. Saving my $ sacking groceries all thru high school upon graduation and entering trade school to be an electrician I bought a brand new "wish I still had it" 1966 ss396 chevelle 375 hp and a 4 spd! I was broke but happiest 17 yr old on the planet! After a couple of expensive trips to jail for racing I knew I had to Change the plan I went to Lakeland drag strip in Memphis Wow!! The cars , competition , and legal !! Got me!! Ran pure stock til I could afford a set of headers. Then ran stock, bought a new 1969 Camaro w 6 Cyl and 3 spd and put in the same combo I run now 427 425 hp ran b/sa. Ran it 2 yrs sold it to Jerry Jennings in n Carolina , he still has it I tried to buy it back. Was shopping for a car that fit closer to the top of the class and got to running w the juke joint crowd then turned Hippie for a while needless to say race car money gone! Someone told me I could have a new life w/ Jesus went to church when I was young but never heard of being Born Again thot I'd try it . Got real salvation started following Him about 1985 my oldest son said Dad lets build a race car! Built a CAmaro just like my original and started using it as a tool for Jesus I'm a Godspeed Chaplain for Memphis Int Raceway and having a blast!

01-15-2018, 05:40 PM	#6
GTX JOHN VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Boulder City, Nevada 89005 Posts: 2,741 Likes: 2,832 Liked 2,517 Times in 701 Posts	Re: Drag Racers, Why do we race ? The RFC Chaplains are an absolute constant Blessing and Encouragement to us at both the Local and National Races out here in Div.7. Jim Jack's sage bible based advise in particular has been a lighthouse in the sometimes fog of my walk thru this life. Thanks to all the Chaplains.....We love each and every you!! __________________ John Irving 741 Stock 741 Super Stock Last edited by GTX JOHN; 01-15-2018 at 09:33 PM.

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jmcarter VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Richmond Hill GA (and Port Ludlow WA) Posts: 4,313 Likes: 2,437 Liked 3,240 Times in 986 Posts	Re: Drag Racers, Why do we race ? Great personal story Kenny. Hopefully you've had to chance to read the book "Unbroken" (don't see the movie, read the book) about how Louie Zamperini rather unexpectantly accepted Christ after an amazing personal journey. I've always enjoyed going to the morning services at the races. It gives us all a chance to reflect on many things, including how God blesses us with the chance to share a passion with others doing something we love to do. For me, Chaplain services at the races definitely goes on the list of why we race. __________________ Jim Carter 2340 Super Stock 2340 SST/2340 Stock Set another place at the table

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Larry Hill Live Reporter Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hickory, Ky Posts: 10,677 Likes: 1,992 Liked 10,969 Times in 2,261 Posts	Re: Drag Racers, Why do we race ? Control Line Rat Racing __________________ IHM Used Parts https://ihmusedparts.com 888-821-1817

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Curt Rees Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Ft. Pierre, SD Posts: 357 Likes: 435 Liked 251 Times in 51 Posts	Re: Drag Racers, Why do we race ? 'cause I always wanted to be a politician and spend money foolishly...... #5458 Curt Rees __________________ Curt Rees 5457 SS