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ian.mezz I never said, I could write or spell

3,913 posts · joined Sep 2004 ·

#984258
Grey Ghost wrote:Hi Rose,
Fantastic video. You so badly need a stage brake. You will pick up heaps of time on the launch because you can load the clutch up and rev the motor up on to boost without creeping out of stage. Nice footwork all the same! Good racing young lady!

Ian make a note: Staging brake before next event.
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its good to see the difference in speed and distance of a 13s and 11s car on the track in real time .
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car forums. where a lot of peoples good intentions end up taking a good old car off the road forever never ever to see the road again. 🥲

HotRodMatt If it\'s old or rare - cut it!

3,616 posts · joined Sep 2002 ·

#984264
stoker wrote:silver, i didnt quite catch your race number in all the posts ?
OH you havent got one , how silly of me to think you were smart enough to drive in a straight line
so just FUCK OFF
I hardly ever look at this place. But when I do, there's always gold from Dave.

hypo-vw Australias 1st 10sec street beetle (Jan 2007) 10.49secs@132m

2,151 posts · joined May 2004 ·

#984268
HS618 wrote:Grow old - inevitable, grow up - never - it's more fun!!
absolutely Henry !! very well said and very well supported ....

this guy is just another toolbag that shouldn't be on this forum and is a disgrace to the VW community in general .... this incident has been formally reported and should be taken care of ....
Team

FASTEST ET @ WARWICK 2010 & 2011
FASTEST SPEED @ WARWICK 2011
FASTEST ET & SPEED WSID 2012
PB - 6.33@113.07(1/8) & 9.88@135(1/4)

modnrod Fahrvergnugen

978 posts · joined Mar 2011 ·

#984270
What you blokes were doing on the weekend WAS the real drag racing.
Group 1 in Australia long ago became a money-making circus for the Promoters with hardly any innovation left any more.

Keep racing and having fun. After over 30 years of racing my jaw still drops when I see first hand just how fast these funny-looking little things can go.........
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fish26 Fahrvergnugen

903 posts · joined Jul 2007 ·

#984290
Silver, I think it's time for an apology, not so much for your opinion whether agreeable or not but for the way it's was forwarded.

Inclining that Henry is childish and should grow up doesn't sit well with all of us who are passionate about VWs.

I agree with having an opinion and this being a public forum we are all entitled to it, but blatant sledging especially when not on friendly basis needs to be toned down especially when we all have different levels of Honey Badger Syndrome.

Nothing beats a good man hug after a fight........
bitten by the bug..........several times

silver Dangerous when poked

2,169 posts · joined Dec 2002 ·

#984318
fish26 wrote:Silver, I think it's time for an apology, not so much for your opinion whether agreeable or not but for the way it's was forwarded.

Inclining that Henry is childish and should grow up doesn't sit well with all of us who are passionate about VWs.

I agree with having an opinion and this being a public forum we are all entitled to it, but blatant sledging especially when not on friendly basis needs to be toned down especially when we all have different levels of Honey Badger Syndrome.

Nothing beats a good man hug after a fight........
My original post was general in its nature and did not point out any one individual or imply that those who participate are to be ridiculed..
My comment to Henry was intended tongue in cheek.
I did not think Henry took it too seriously, and made a witty reply, but if he did, I apologise
what has surprised me is the Hate, my post was never hateful.. it is my opinion, and I will fight to defend my and your right to an opinion……..
never was my post aggressive or personal but the replies have been……
I hope none of you ever post something like…. I think beam VW'S drive like crap, and should be obsolete….and then get replies to the tune of ...Fuck off, Wanker, Idiot, Troll, Toolbag, Keep your comments to your self..ect act.
It would be a Sad forum should that be the case.. and many of you have shown this to actually be so…
I don't think my behaviour is or should be deemed reportable, maybe if people read my words instead of the returning comments, those of you who are not struggling to reach triple digit IQ's will see there was no hate or venom in my post It just had a flavour many did not like..
If you wish to make a personal attack please don't limit it to the keyboard I will avail myself to hear your opinions anytime…
Silver
Keeping it real !

PAZZAN Wolfsburg Wizard

592 posts · joined Jan 2008 ·

#984320
next topic please🙅

rose doin it for d girls

2,036 posts · joined Dec 2004 ·

#984324
A video of my run with Cindy from WPVW


trickysimon 100km/h is only 9 seconds away

1,473 posts · joined Dec 2007 ·

#984325
I for one think a few people need a teaspoon of cement lol

Had a great day in my Watercooler GTI Golf. Managed a best of 14.791 @ 96mph
Thanks to the organisers, will be back next year for sure!

rose doin it for d girls

2,036 posts · joined Dec 2004 ·

#984328
A video of Birchall & I

colin Fahrvergnugen

984 posts · joined Mar 2007 ·

#984331
A big thanks to Craig for organizing a fantastic event on Saturday, I had a good time.

I enjoyed giving my Hillclimb Bug a blast down the 1/4 mile, although as I suspected, my Hillclimb specific gearing isn,t to drag friendly.

My best time was a 13.4 sec pass, here is an in car of my solo pass.



Cheers Col

rose doin it for d girls

2,036 posts · joined Dec 2004 ·

#984332
video of Michael and I

rose doin it for d girls

2,036 posts · joined Dec 2004 ·

#984333
WPVW short burn out clip

ian.mezz I never said, I could write or spell

3,913 posts · joined Sep 2004 ·

#984339
rose wrote:WPVW short burn out clip

thanks to Craig Hughes
Editor / Part-time Drag Racer of
VWMA and the sponsor for organising the
VW Sydney Showdown 2014
We added a few vids that we took of some of our racers for people that didn't go
, they are a hit on FB
cheers ian.mezz
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silver Dangerous when poked

2,169 posts · joined Dec 2002 ·

#984342
I Hope that some of you learn from this recent example of forum madness, here is the exchange between Henry and Myself and as I expected He is a class act

Dear Henry,
please accept this, my formal apology, if you were personally offended by my post. It's content was general in nature and was not intended to cause any hurt to any one individual, I actually giggled at your witty reply as I too will never grow up..
Hope you are ok and again no offence intended
Yours Sincerely
Wayne (Silver)

Wayne,
Please don't apologise as no offence was taken by me. I'm disappointed that it's gone this far.
Giving up is my way of saying I don't agree with the strength, impact and speed that the social media has on individuals as there are always going to be some people offended at what other people say on forums. Maybe my actions may make others think (just a little) before making comments. It's a personal stand to say I don't have to be part of it. I apologise if I inadvertently fuelled this wildfire of comment
It's hard to put into words but I've just had enough of the crap that goes on.
I have no issues if you post this
Regards -H


Thank you, Henry for your generous sentiment, yes some people take it too far..I am a cheeky bugger I know, but the inbreds just get so upset
Wayne.

THE END.
Keeping it real !

Joel Now containing 100\% E-Wang

9,368 posts · joined Feb 2006 ·

#984344
Group hug

Camo Custom Title Time!

1,936 posts · joined Oct 2007 ·

#984345
rose wrote:A video of Birchall & I

Shit Rose, he had nearly half track start on you. Had you got away quicker on the green, I think the result would be different 😂😂😂

I also had a great day watching, thanks to all competing and the organizers/workers.

Kev
I thought rebuilding a VW would be cheap - Shit I was wrong, just don't let the wife know !!!!

Click here for my (slowy) modded 1961 Beetle build.

ian.mezz I never said, I could write or spell

3,913 posts · joined Sep 2004 ·

#984346
Camo wrote:
rose wrote:A video of Birchall & I

Shit Rose, he had nearly half track start on you. Had you got away quicker on the green, I think the result would be different 😂😂😂



I also had a great day watching, thanks to all competing and the organizers/workers.

Kev
yeah she had to give him a big head start , the old bugger.😊
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rose doin it for d girls

2,036 posts · joined Dec 2004 ·

#984348
yes I had a shocker all day with poor reaction times. I normally have a lot better reaction times but that's what happens on less than 5 hours sleep. There's always next time.

Have to let the old bugger win some times😂

Camo wrote:
rose wrote:A video of Birchall & I

Shit Rose, he had nearly half track start on you. Had you got away quicker on the green, I think the result would be different 😂😂😂

I also had a great day watching, thanks to all competing and the organizers/workers.

Kev
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shokwave2 Officially Full-On Dubber

289 posts · joined Mar 2010 ·

#984349
Yeah thanks to Craig for getting the weather right this time 😉

I had a good time, even though i had an exhaust stud come loose on my first run and limit my races. Still managed to win 2 out of 3 races somehow with a back-firing exhaust and a bogged launch. 🤪 The first race by luck and the third thanks to my opponents red light. At least i got to sit down and enjoy watching the other racers for a while before limping the bug home early, scaring other road users with gunshots and a flaming exhaust.

Here's a vid of my first run.

andrewmurphy Officially Full-On Dubber

307 posts · joined Jul 2005 ·

#984350
Sounds and looks like it was a great event. Sorry I couldn't make it....bring on Warwick!

Philm Learner Dubber

15 posts · joined Mar 2010 ·

#984351
Silver,
I am not sure what you expected bringing a cat to a dog show, however for me it was exciting to see the passion some people have for VW drag racing finally come thru.

I am relatively new to the community and must admit leaving the event a little flat and regrettably disappointed.

The low attendance and the segregated pit area were not a post card for a thriving Vw drag racing community.

So thankyou Silver, I thought the ship was sinking.

Phil

fish26 Fahrvergnugen

903 posts · joined Jul 2007 ·

#984352
Craig must have been praying to the sun gods for weeks, the weather was perfect and the racing was close.

Hearing from racers the track was pretty dirty and we didn't see the Tractor come out once, luckily there were no accidents from the inconsistent track and Im sure everyone had fun.

Commiserations to those who suffered mechanical gremlins but I guess such is the nature of the beast.

Wayne and Henry, both you guys are class acts in your own way and I personally appreciate and respect you both, it takes true men to overcome and admit differences of opinion and I'm expecting to see more apologies on this forum and less bullying and personal attacks as its easy to hide behind a keyboard and let obscenities fly.
bitten by the bug..........several times

VWMA Editor Custom Title Time!

1,086 posts · joined Jan 2004 ·

#984374
Hi All,

Mmm, some interesting discussion afoot about the Sydney drags.

This is only the second year for the event (and not consecutive years), and there is still much to do to promote and improve the day. I noticed a comment about 'the ship sinking', which is a rather short sighted take on the event.

Where is there another one make drag racing event in Australia that can attract 87 drag cars? There were also at least 30 other cars not present, due mainly to funding/holiday shortages from last year's rained out debacle, so there is definitely a thriving VW drag racing scene. I guess it depends on whether you are a half full or half empty glass personality. Personally, I'm having a great time watching so many VW people enjoy the series.

I spoke to Sydney Dragway management today and they are of the same opinion - they want the VW event on their calendar and they are very keen to help with promotion for future events. They understood the problems associated with last year's non-event and have been through the same scenario themselves.

Major sponsor partner XForce loved the day and are committed for future events, and of course Brad Young from Westside Mufflers has always been a big supporter and has made the series a success. The Flat 4 Club of Sydney hosted the show'n'shine for the first time this year and have now offered to make the Sydney Drag Day their new club show'n'shine event, something they have not held for many years. This will also incorporate a swap meet.

It's all positive and full-on. And of course Warwick is the next big VW drag racing event on the calendar. My only ask would be to see as many VW drag racers make the effort each year to attend the two rounds. I estimate a field of 130 each time if this were to happen. Let's aim for Warwick 2014 as the best show of strength yet (which includes me getting my finger out and finishing the dragster).

See you on the track

Cheers
Craig Hughes
Editor/Part-Time Drag Racer

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Stanley I guess the reward is in the doing of it

4,523 posts · joined Mar 2003 ·

#984375
Good points Craig...I'm disappointed I couldn't make the journey south as I appreciate those that come north for Warwick. I'll be there with bells on even with the Jamboree only 2 weeks prior. Keep up the great work.

1303Steve Scirocco Rare

8,650 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#984382
Philm wrote:The low attendance and the segregated pit area were not a post card for a thriving Vw drag racing community.

Phil
Sorry I didn't leave the pit area, weren't the public allowed into the pits?

amazeer Bishop of Volkswagenism

3,029 posts · joined Nov 2005 ·

#984385
1303Steve wrote:
Philm wrote:The low attendance and the segregated pit area were not a post card for a thriving Vw drag racing community.

Phil
Sorry I didn't leave the pit area, weren't the public allowed into the pits?
I thought public could go anywhere except for the start line. I walked all over and didnt see anyone looking to control entry.

beetleboyjeff Custom Title Time!

1,790 posts · joined Feb 2009 ·

#984386
No, the pits were open to the public. I went through them several times without any hassles.

It was great to see all this stuff & meet these great people in person - I don't often get the chance.

Bloody well done Craig and everyone else involved.
From your ole' mate Jeff

ian.mezz I never said, I could write or spell

3,913 posts · joined Sep 2004 ·

#984393
yeah Sydney drags are good as you can walk amoungst the race cars and talk to all the drivers, crew etc
the only place that you can not go is under the tunnel to the stagging lanes.
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Philm Learner Dubber

15 posts · joined Mar 2010 ·

#984394
Excellent Craig,
Sure didn't look like 87 cars so, yes me looking at the glass half full.

Well to be a bit clearer I was commenting on the competition type cars, I know there are more out their and wonder why they do not take this unique opportunity to run at a VW only event.

Understand the rain outs take time to recover, a 3 day cobra event I managed was rained out 4 years in a row. It takes 10 times the effort to get it back on track.

Maybe segregation is the wrong word, but we are definitely not one big happy family. I understand there are reasons and history but it would be good to see some bridges mended.

My fear was that the Sydney event may die due to lack of support, but very happy to be proven wrong.

I just hope the community see what a great event they have here and support it.

Phil