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November 14, 2016 at
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I'd hinted at the Shephard thing earlier in the week last week. Stevie retiring is a possibility. His business has really picked up and the travel back and forth has taken a toll on him business wise.
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November 14, 2016 at
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"Sure wish we could turn back time, and put some sort of cap of spending on motors."
At the unintended risk of sounding like a smart a$$ here: just what time would that be?
It's all relative:the price of motors has been an issue for 35 years - at least.
And, having been around for those 35 years, if asked the question is the sport healthy or not? I'd say healthy.
Are there as many big money car owners? Sadly nope
Are there as cars and spectators for a weekly show? Sadly nope (this one concerns me more than any)
But, it's still healthy with many good cars. All-in-all, I don't think it has changed that much - really - especially when factored by the many choices for stagnant entertainment dollars.
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November 15, 2016 at
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What about the Phoenix racing 59 any news on this car for next year?
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November 15, 2016 at
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Posted By: wolfie2985 on November 14 2016 at 12:23:28 PM
"Sure wish we could turn back time, and put some sort of cap of spending on motors."
At the unintended risk of sounding like a smart a$$ here: just what time would that be?
It's all relative:the price of motors has been an issue for 35 years - at least.
And, having been around for those 35 years, if asked the question is the sport healthy or not? I'd say healthy.
Are there as many big money car owners? Sadly nope
Are there as cars and spectators for a weekly show? Sadly nope (this one concerns me more than any)
But, it's still healthy with many good cars. All-in-all, I don't think it has changed that much - really - especially when factored by the many choices for stagnant entertainment dollars.
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I agree, weekly racing is hurting around the country. However, the crowds for national touring series and special races seems to be as high or higher than its been in a couple of decades.
The World Finals, Knoxville's crowd has started to recover, big late model shows ...etc.
It seems wherever the WoO shows up where they don't run 5-6 times a year, the track draws a record crowd. People seem to be saving for the big shows and the diehards seem to be travelling to more races, but without a healthy weekly scene, I wonder what will happen long term...especially because there needs to be local cars to fill out the fields for the touring series.
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November 15, 2016 at
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Posted By: 92j&j on November 15 2016 at 02:50:01 PM
What about the Phoenix racing 59 any news on this car for next year?
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The team looks like it's for sale in the classifieds.
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November 16, 2016 at
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Posted By: rubber down on November 15 2016 at 05:35:58 PM
The team looks like it's for sale in the classifieds.
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Well that sucks. That's one of my favorite cars. Especially when Jac is driving it. One of the best looking cars there is anywhere.
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November 16, 2016 at
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Posted By: fiXXXer on November 16 2016 at 01:14:01 AM
Well that sucks. That's one of my favorite cars. Especially when Jac is driving it. One of the best looking cars there is anywhere.
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Mine too!!! I'm surprised that there was no announcement they always had a quality car with good drivers
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November 25, 2016 at
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Think the plan with Stevie was a 3 year deal. 2016 was year 3. I have heard Stevie/Rahmer plan to stay together until Stevie decides to retire. No word from the Rahmer camp of any changes as of yet.
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November 25, 2016 at
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Posted By: SLINK51 on November 25 2016 at 04:41:47 PM
Think the plan with Stevie was a 3 year deal. 2016 was year 3. I have heard Stevie/Rahmer plan to stay together until Stevie decides to retire. No word from the Rahmer camp of any changes as of yet.
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Well when you get the "word" from Fred Rahmer please let us know
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November 26, 2016 at
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Posted By: turn4guy on November 25 2016 at 04:58:50 PM
Well when you get the "word" from Fred Rahmer please let us know
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Whatever. My source is credible believe what you want.
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November 27, 2016 at
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last i heard, sheppard was done done done after the memorial race and didnt even want to run that. stranger things have happened but i would be surprised to see him back in a car. although it would be pretty cool.
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November 27, 2016 at
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my guess blaney zemco
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November 28, 2016 at
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Blaney to the Highlands 3 I'm hearing.
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December 04, 2016 at
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Cory Hass lands the Trone 39 ride...
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December 04, 2016 at
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Posted By: c4 on November 27 2016 at 01:01:55 PM
last i heard, sheppard was done done done after the memorial race and didnt even want to run that. stranger things have happened but i would be surprised to see him back in a car. although it would be pretty cool.
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I agree after the legends race. Jeff stated himself he felt uncomfortable out there and didnt want to push his luck.
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December 05, 2016 at
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What is up with the Highlands #3? I guess that is the best open seat still availble in Central Pa. Any word?
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December 05, 2016 at
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Posted By: bgtexpress on December 05 2016 at 08:51:50 AM
What is up with the Highlands #3? I guess that is the best open seat still availble in Central Pa. Any word?
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No!!!!! Wonder if they are saving it for McFadden.
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December 05, 2016 at
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Posted By: SLINK51 on December 05 2016 at 01:39:35 PM
No!!!!! Wonder if they are saving it for McFadden.
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I offered up the McFadden idea a while ago and someone (SpcJay I think) indicated things weren't as "rosy" on that front between the team and mentioned that's why JMac was in the KKR Car for Dirt Classic (or was it Natty Open, I can't remember) and not the Highlands 3.
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December 05, 2016 at
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I would like to see Brady Bacon in the highlands 3
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December 05, 2016 at
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Posted By: racingkev15 on December 05 2016 at 03:37:28 PM
I would like to see Brady Bacon in the highlands 3
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rather see someone who would run weekly.
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