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  1. rocket55
    Can someone post a link for the photographers that were at the track last race? It seemed like there were a few out there. Thanks, Corey
  2. rocket55
    Some great racing and seemed like not much racer cars got tore up either! It was awesome to witness Greg Davidson getting him a win in Houston, the man was on mission and straight dominated. ...and for those of you who decided to stay home and sit on the couch, once again Gina and her amazing staff got the event finished by 9:45pm....which is amazing!! This actually allowed a good amount of fans to come down in the pits and meet the drivers and sit in some cars. We all had a great time and we'll see y'all next race.
  3. rocket55
    I got asked an interesting question when I passed a few of these out to people I know, that question being " I didn't know you got a truck, are you racing trucks or pro mods now?" My answering is obviously that I run Super Stocks, which brings to light. For someone who has never been to one of these races could only assume there are only (2) classes racing and may not care for either one of them. A lot of people love the eco-stocks, legacys, nas karts and dwarfs as well. My point is that it these posters may be more effective to get fans out there if they knew what all they'd be expecting. I believe that the trucks and pro mods are just a small part of the show that deserve just as much attention as the other classes. Just wanted to give some perspective from a fans point of view. With that said, I'm just going to assume Super Stocks are running this Saturday and continue to slave away at getting it ready.
  4. rocket55
    As much as this will effect our team, I agree with this. I get asked often if I'm running SS or Outlaws, in which I'm running SS, but ultimately there does need to be "House Classes". I have my thoughts on how those rules would look but at the end of the day I'll still be at HMP competing in whatever class my cars fit in. I believe HMP's success will continue if we invest in the current classes, rather than what could come. We all know whats popular on DIRT, and we all see that trucks are popular in asphalt. Our team has something in the works that our goal is to have it run in the last race of the year. When we bring it out and it stays up front in the Super Stocks, they'll be no excuse why other metric chassis Pro-Stocks can't compete with confidence of being competitive. ....and I ABSOLUTELY agree with putting down some traction treatment, that outside grove doesn't get used enough for a reason.
  5. rocket55
    I think it’s fair to say we all know the differences between the Supers and Pros Stocks....at the end of the day most owners of the Pro Stocks don’t even bring there car to the track. The #90 car proved a point last race, he showed up turned some laps, had some fun and drove his car back on the trailer with a little less gas and some tires a little more worn. That is what needs to continually happen, stop focusing on winning and “oh the rules blah blah blah” If it’s running and ready to race, then bring it out and open that throttle up. Is the goal to win the race....absolutely! However I’ve been running by Super Stock for 3 years now and haven’t placed higher than 4th and it really doesn’t bother me non because I SIMPLY ENJOY RACING. It’s a hobby that’s pay, not a business we’re looking to build an empire on.
  6. rocket55
    My vote would be factory stocks....I wouldn't mind the least bit of buying a factory stock roller and dropping my 602 in it. Even if Sport Mods became the new thing, I'd entertain the thought of building one. At the end of the day I want to race in a class where the purse is at least $1k to win, not $500. I won't mind beating up my car more than I need to to win a race for $1000 I love the Super Stock Class, but when there is a second difference between the leader and slowest car.....that's not to entertaining to watch.
  7. rocket55
    It should be fun...I’d say let him run with us. If the truck meets the rules, WHY NOT! And if he manages to get that tank into the mid to low 15s he deserves to win.
  8. rocket55
    Mark this is in the HMP record books....I believe this might be the first time ever that HMP was done with racing by 10pm. The night felt so early getting home at midnight. Overall, outstanding job from Gina, Brad, Rodney, Tiffany and the rest of the TSTRS crew. From the time I got there Saturday at noon and they were pumping cars through with 5-6 lanes open to the time we left, the energy was high, everyone was on point, great communication (about this race and future races), Rodney kept the crowd pumped, all the sponsors really came through with all the giveaways for the fans and dam were those stands filled up. I may not have won my race but I left more confident about investing more into my car for the next one. This big event has also made all the sponsors have something new to crave, they want a part of whats going on at HMP! What was once on life support is now on the road to be something great again. So High Fives, Hell yeas and Hats off to the TSTRS crew!! I'll see you at the next race.
  9. rocket55
    Awesome schedule!! Now I know there are plenty more than 8 Super Stocks out there....bring them out and lets put on a show.
  10. rocket55
    If you don't get enough cars I can shine up the Super Stock and bring it out. I can commit to June 29th
  11. rocket55
    I'm so flippin pumped that heat races are back!! Now lets get them cars out there!! Thanks a bunch to Gina and the TSTRS team
  12. rocket55
    I believe there has already been a couple PLMs to come out and they were competitive with the Outlaws. If I remember correctly PLM runs 604's or similar motors.
  13. rocket55
    That was a great show!! Some very encouraging news for us racer. Looking forward to the July race In regards to the late models, we pretty much already have them between the Super Stocks and Outlaws. Heck, we may even try to get both of our cars out the next race.
  14. rocket55
    Awesome video guys!! Great footage and everyone looking their best. I'm thrilled the 22 SS made it to the highlights, my team and I had been busting our a$$es to make it out. A big thanks to TSTARS, Race on Texas and my relentless team (Dad, Bobby and John C)
  15. rocket55
    This is some exciting stuff!! You can expect to see the #22 back in action this Friday at practice. Thank you for the posting the schedule ....and to the rest of the Super Stocks, lets try to out number the car count of the Outlaws!!
  16. rocket55
    So....to get back on topic.... We all know what the track needs....(1) A full time passionate track promoter (2) Racers (3)FANS!!!! (4) Of course sponsors In our team we're going to continue to strive to keep racing alive, especially in our class...hell we have (3) cars, so we're well invested (That we own, build, fix and race ourselves). Also within our team we've been working on sourcing a class sponsor, not a track sponsor. The end goal is to get the sponsor to pay up to $1500-2000 for a Super Stock win. Then we will begin to see the beloved heat races and A-main/ B-Main races. Bottom line for me.....I'm simply tired of working on my car for weeks to only get one dam race a night. You can expect I'm going to resolve that challenge and solid sponsors are what is going to help. In regards to Bobby's thought on the bracket racing format, I support it. It's all racing to me and keeps us competive. If WE WANT THINGS TO CHANGE.......then we have to change.
  17. rocket55
    Hey brother, I hear what your saying and I'm fortunate enough to have sponsors to help keep my dream alive. In regards to sponsors, its not as easy as sitting on your recliner and watching a NASCAR race, all of us devoted racers get our a$$ out there everyday. You call this purse respectable but you have no dog in this fight, this is business to us (simple P&L). I, like many other members actually race and feel the cost. Hell my car took a punch to the face in practice a month or so ago and I'm still investing money into it regardless of any uncertainty surrounding the track or the status of the class I run. I am one of many who greatly support asphalt oval track racing here in Texas by showing up to every race that calls my name, ready to set the pole. I find humor in the perspective your bring toyotatim, next time you come to HMP come find me. I'll buy you a beer for the good laughs.
  18. rocket55
    I'm not sure the term "respectable" applies here. If you want to win that race winning purse your more than likely buying a set of tires, which will cost you more than the purse. I'd say its a much appreciated payout just to get some money for doing what we love.
  19. rocket55
    I think this is pretty dam cool, I'd take my car out there without question. However I'm in Houston, but might be worth a trip to Austin for my B day and pick up some parts while I'm out there. This is a perfect event to build up attention to racing in Texas, get people off the couch and in the stands.
  20. rocket55
    It may appear to be a "paper clip" but I'll still be out there. With as much eyes and great help the owners are getting with the track and its design I believe its going to be "The short track" to run at, I'm excited to say the least. Toyotatim- You may feel it maybe be challenging however that only leaves us racers the opportunity to master it......and I'm always up for a good challenge.
  21. rocket55
    Another asphalt track to run at?!! This is amazing news....I'm 100% in for whatever is built, I can agree with what others have said about the design. I've never raced a 1/4" mile track but if they make it wide enough to comfortably have to grooves it sounds like a blast. With that said, we might be replacing more body parts but just having another track to run at is more than enough for me. I look forward to seeing the progress made
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