Popular Post Freightrain Posted July 29 Popular Post Share Posted July 29 Well, pulled off the near impossible. I doubled up this past weekend. I won both days. Took home ALL the money. $1000 to win each day. (This was sponsor money that guaranteed payout. If not, it goes by car count). Bonus pot $165 and $105( basically side bet by any racer that wants to enter each day, $25 each day). $25 Bounty. That is put on winner of previous race. So Sunday there was a bounty on me. If you beat me, you get $25. If no one beats me, I get the $25. In all, I had enough money to get some fuel for the trip home(30 miles). 😂 Magnolia dragstrip was my home track when I started racing in 1995. It is a real rough track now and is in need of repair. We have typically only done one 2 day event at the end of the season at Pittsburgh. Only once has that been close to being a double up winner. Friend won Sat, runnered up Sun. So this is a first for our group. Racing is a real box of chocolates. You can't count on anything. You do your best and hope the sun is shining in your lane. I am no master but glad that the sun shines on me. 14 3 Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry T Posted July 29 Share Posted July 29 WTG Larry! 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556034 Share on other sites More sharing options...
h67st Posted July 29 Share Posted July 29 Fantastic! 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556038 Share on other sites More sharing options...
70mackMB Posted July 29 Share Posted July 29 Way to go Larry! lt was nice to see you again at Macungie. .....Hippy 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556040 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post other dog Posted July 29 Popular Post Share Posted July 29 That should be enough for some fuel AND a hotdog and a Pepsi! 2 2 Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556045 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsmackpaul Posted July 29 Share Posted July 29 Well done, zoom zoom Paul 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556046 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post tjc transport Posted July 29 Popular Post Share Posted July 29 a good day of racing is if you win, and don't break anything. a GREAT day of racing is when you win, don't break anything, and get paid to do it!! 4 1 Quote when you are up to your armpits in alligators, it is hard to remember you only came in to drain the swamp.. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556059 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Freightrain Posted July 29 Author Popular Post Share Posted July 29 A good day of racing is when it makes it back to the trailer under its own power! 3 1 1 Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556066 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vladislav Posted July 30 Share Posted July 30 Congrats! 2 Quote Никогда не бывает слишком много грузовиков! leversole 11.2012 Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556133 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted August 3 Share Posted August 3 Almost missed this nice going Larry. Thanks for that…. Bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556364 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted August 3 Share Posted August 3 Oh, by the way, bud, that car would look right nice in my driveway… bob 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556365 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Weeks Posted August 3 Share Posted August 3 You realize of course, this now makes you a commercial trucker! Your B will now be subject to all the rules! Way to go! Chasing the dream and catching it! 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556366 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted August 3 Share Posted August 3 another positive example of what the "younger generation" has missed; ole school racing. congrads on the win. 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556372 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted August 4 Author Share Posted August 4 23 hours ago, Geoff Weeks said: You realize of course, this now makes you a commercial trucker! Your B will now be subject to all the rules! Way to go! Chasing the dream and catching it! What the govt doesn't know, won't hurt them. Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556413 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted August 4 Share Posted August 4 I’m a little disappointed been to Sonoma drag trip a few times it seems lately they not interested and too many retro drags.. these days not sure what’s up with that also what happened to John force????? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556419 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brocky Posted August 4 Share Posted August 4 2 hours ago, Freightrain said: What the govt doesn't know, won't hurt them. I know and understand the great weekend of racing.. BUT If anyone asks you only race for TROPHIES!!!!! That way neither you or the truck are compensated.. Our SC state diesel cop stated that ribbons and trophies do NOT count, But breakfast or a case of beer do if moving someones vehicle for them.. About the only time it would matter is if you are involved in a serious accident and a lawsuit entails a smart a$$ lawyer!!! 1 Quote Brocky Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556423 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted August 4 Author Share Posted August 4 All anyone knows is I'm going to a truck show. About 21 yrs ago I used to have to hit the scales on my way to the one local dragstrip. I did it twice a weekend if they happen to be open both days. One time, I did get a red light so I went around back and came in. Lady officer just wanted to see my license and insurance card. I was good to go. She was curious as to what I had in the trailer. I told her a 64 galaxie wagon. She commented that her parents had a galaxie growing up and asked to see it. I knew she was fishing for an excuse to see inside the trailer. I opened it up, she glanced inside and said "neat, thanks". I closed up and left. Shortly they changed the sign to read "commercial trucks only". I haven't stopped since. Pennsylvania is still all trucks and have pulled in. When in VA I also had to pull in. Being a vintage looking truck, that looks well cared for, I don't get hassled. 2 Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556427 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted August 4 Share Posted August 4 31 minutes ago, Freightrain said: 31 minutes ago, Freightrain said: When in VA I also had to pull in. Being a vintage looking truck, that looks well cared for, I don't get hassled. I was wondering about that, if I drove the big green watermelon looking International to the show in Winchester would I have to stop at the scales? I don't really want to drive it that far, might get ran over on 81. I'd like to get it there though, hoping Wayne Ellis or somebody might be able to haul it up there for me. 1 Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556431 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Weeks Posted August 4 Share Posted August 4 I think the cost in gasoline will be the biggest deterrent. When I drove my K's to the ATHS show in Alburn, IN I took the smaller routes and just enjoyed the drive, and lower speed. That is another option. 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556439 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brocky Posted August 4 Share Posted August 4 (edited) Technically with Antique/Historic plates you do not have to stop, BUT as long as you are mechanically fine it is better to swing in so they can see the plate than it is to have them chase you down thinking you are running the scale.. Surprisingly many of them just want to look at an antique truck!!!! With my 3500 Dodge and 32 foot gooseneck trailer I by pass most of the scales.. In Iowa where the sign said "All Towed Vehicles" when the lady pulled me around back basically all she wanted to know was I was NOT Commercial.. Also if you go up 29 to Shady's then route 6 to 340 to above Winchester then cut over to 11 you will not have any scales or interstate traffic to worry about!!! Edited August 5 by Brocky 2 Quote Brocky Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556453 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted August 5 Share Posted August 5 Yeah, I’m with you. I’d rather just pull in California and Nevada. Both have chaser cars ready for people blowing the scales. They’re over weight with airbrakes still a commercial..vehicle And they will chase you down more times than not at least around here…: bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-556455 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post tundra Posted September 5 Popular Post Share Posted September 5 if i wassa truck cop i would be suspisious of that ratty mack with a ford grocery getter drag car in the trailer goim down a public highway somethins gotta be wrong here!!! lol congrats larry 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-558109 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted September 5 Share Posted September 5 Grocery getter that’s hilarious… bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-558114 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Weeks Posted September 5 Share Posted September 5 7 hours ago, tundra said: if i wassa truck cop i would be suspisious of that ratty mack with a ford grocery getter drag car in the trailer goim down a public highway somethins gotta be wrong here!!! lol congrats larry Damn, Jim glad to see you still kickin! I am surprised to see you post here, but I will not tell! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-558117 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted September 10 Author Share Posted September 10 On 9/5/2024 at 9:55 AM, Geoff Weeks said: Damn, Jim glad to see you still kickin! I am surprised to see you post here, but I will not tell! Ah, he comes to rattle the door handles every once and a while. Good to see him! 2 Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74394-good-weekend-of-racing/#findComment-558320 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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