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Old Jun 26, 2005 | 09:16 PM
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i just got back from baytown, my car ran a 13.1!!!! im so pissed. thats way worse than my precious 12.6. my 60ft was also worse with a 2.0 compared to 1.93. any comments on what it could be? im guessing tranny. it felt weird tonight
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Old Jun 26, 2005 | 10:25 PM
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um, its hot
60' lost you some, what was the weather last time
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Old Jun 27, 2005 | 06:42 PM
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What was the difference in MPH? .5 is a lot to lose.
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Old Jun 27, 2005 | 07:03 PM
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It is hot outside brother!!!!!!!!!!

I am down 4 mph from April. You will be fine in the fall. Looks like Ray Family/Madman JBZ Racecars Racing will be at the Clash at HRP on July 16th. Come on out and we will see if we can help ya.

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Old Jun 27, 2005 | 09:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Coach 02 A3 Z/28
It is hot outside brother!!!!!!!!!!

I am down 4 mph from April. You will be fine in the fall. Looks like Ray Family/Madman JBZ Racecars Racing will be at the Clash at HRP on July 16th. Come on out and we will see if we can help ya.

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so -.5 and -4 mph is ok?!? i trust your correct coach. excellent i will be there. hopefully i'll have the converter in along iwth the cam. and be able to run hard, but not like you of course
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Old Jun 27, 2005 | 09:26 PM
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Originally Posted by SMOKIN01TA
um, its hot
60' lost you some, what was the weather last time
it was cool..thats all i remeber. maybe i just hit perfect weather
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Old Jun 27, 2005 | 09:27 PM
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What was the difference in MPH? .5 is a lot to lose.
about 4-5mph
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Old Jun 28, 2005 | 04:47 AM
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The problem is your screen name bro. lol
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Originally Posted by SilverSurfer
The problem is your screen name bro. lol
LOL!!

Besides your username, It's the weather man, no worries

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Old Jun 28, 2005 | 07:15 PM
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Originally Posted by SSilverSSurfer
about 4-5mph
Ouch. Time to check the plugs, wires, oil, fuel filter, etc. 4-5 MPH is a crapload to lose even in hot weather. Don't overlook the small stuff like extra junk in the car and tire pressure.
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thats crazy!!!!!!!
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thats crazy!!!!!!!
the username...im still trippin on that
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