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Old 08-07-2016, 06:19 PM
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Here's what happens when you don't retorque the lug nuts on your trailer after putting on new tires. On my way to Norwalk Wed. morning 80 miles from home suddenly I'm on the drums at 65 mph. A sound I've never heard before ! All 12 studs sheared off. Found 1 tire/wheel bout a mile back.
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Old 08-07-2016, 06:55 PM
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Wow! I've never seen anything like that! Hopefully, you made it back OK.

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Old 08-08-2016, 07:49 AM
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Not A Good Start To Our Norwalk Weekend
I think there were a LOT of guys at the track wishing you had not made it there?



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Old 08-08-2016, 11:21 PM
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I think there were a LOT of guys at the track wishing you had not made it there?



Congrats.

Thanks John. Good to to see you all.

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Might not have been a good start but it was a great ending for you Rick!
Great job! Again.

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Might not have been a good start but it was a great ending for you Rick!
Great job! Again.

Brian
Thanks Brian. It did go good this weekend with a win on Friday, a runner up on Sunday and my Dad making it to 3 on Saturday....And all the cars are still in one piece ready to do battle again this weekend.

Jake did a great job this weekend too. It's hard to believe he can drive that car anywhere and it runs so well. You guys have done a great job with that Bird.

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Much appreciated Rick!!

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