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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 08:24 AM
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Hey guys, just wanted to give an overwhelming thank you to all that have helped me. This past weekend in FL I managed to run some decent numbers, all of which I think can be better once some things are dialed in on the car.

Run # 1 - 10.766 @ 128
Run # 2 - 11.0 @ 125 with a 1.9 60 ft. time.

I am having some issues with the launch of the car. I need to set up the clutch pedal to release more as it was pulling me through the lights even with the clutch completely disengaged. All of which will be fixed before Las Vegas.

I need to thank a few people for their help:
Ron and Ed Bergenholtz. You guys ROCK.
Charlie Schaffer - When I needed someone to help with lining me up and keeping me calm, you are the man. Thanks for the help. You experience was priceless! Thank you!!
Chris Dye - Man, your car is great. Keep up the great work. Now build your Pro car already!!!
Big Mike and Adam Franzetti - Sindicate Racing is BACK!!! Congrats on the sweet passes this weekend. Vegas is going to ROCK
John Ferguson and James Innes - John, your the man. I saw what you did to help out Sindicate and that was awesome!! You guys have one hell of a car, keep up the great work.
Stephanie Eggum - What else can I say. You have the car back on track. Consistent, and powerful. A little seat time and you'll be ready for kill mode. Can't wait to see what deals lie ahead for you
Skunk2 - All my bitches from Skunk . One hell of a thrashing weekend. Shawn drove his *** off. Keep up the good racing!! Let's meet in the finals soon.
Gary Gardella, John Perry and JR - You guys kicked ***. We'll miss you in Vegas, but see you again in NJ!

To everyone else who I may have forgot, thank you. And to all the people that support Golden Eagle Mfg, THANK YOU!!!

Thanks to Tunerzine and Urbanracer for the sweet pics:









Modified by GoldenEagleMfg.com at 2:30 PM 8/24/2005
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 08:27 AM
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Good work Vince keep it up. Hope to see you at ETown in the fall.
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 08:30 AM
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Good luck getting it all sorted out Vince. 9.9x soon??
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 08:42 AM
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Vince, Congratulations! Great numbers, keep up the momentum!!!!!
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 08:48 AM
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See you in Vegas!
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 08:59 AM
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Thanks Vince. It looks like your havin' some FUN now. Good luck to you in Vegas.

Don't ever be afraid to ask for help. That goes for everybody.

John
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 09:04 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Zubaltec &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Thanks Vince. It looks like your havin' some FUN now. Good luck to you in Vegas.

Don't ever be afraid to ask for help. That goes for everybody.

John</TD></TR></TABLE>

Very true John and James dont hesitate to help anyone. Helped us a few times before. to the GSC guys
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 09:15 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Zubaltec &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Thanks Vince. It looks like your havin' some FUN now. Good luck to you in Vegas.

Don't ever be afraid to ask for help. That goes for everybody.

John</TD></TR></TABLE>

i need some help paying my bills, nero said to ask you guys.
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 09:19 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by jason tC &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

i need some help paying my bills, nero said to ask you guys.</TD></TR></TABLE>

not to stay off topic

...but didn't we already help you get your house in Cali ??
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 09:30 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by GSC Motorsports &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">not to stay off topic

...but didn't we already help you get your house in Cali ?? </TD></TR></TABLE>

- you guys are backlogged on my paychecks

back on topic - see you in vegas vince, photoshoot / interview?
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 09:32 AM
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Thanks guys. We should see some great number come soon. A little more power, more seat time and more tweaking can make this car fly. Off the line, I am always behind the other cars I raced, but once it comes up on the cam, the car was chugging toward past the other cars. We'll see. I am having so much fun. That class is great and great competitors.
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 09:52 AM
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It's all in the header

Congrats Vince your getting there!!!!!!!!!!!! the car looks really pretty at night too
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 09:59 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Casey@Burns &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">It's all in the header

Congrats Vince your getting there!!!!!!!!!!!! the car looks really pretty at night too </TD></TR></TABLE>

The header is great. Burn's is top notch and Steen did one hell of a job putting it all together!!!
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 12:37 PM
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Good to see the car on the track Vince, not bad numbers for such a new and different car!
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 08:21 PM
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I love the way that car looks
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 09:14 PM
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way to go Vince keep up the good work.
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 11:35 PM
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Good Luck guys. The car is looking GREAT!
In that second picture, it looks like the 3 wants to lift the front tires. Gotta keep those puppies down.
Gary.
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 11:56 PM
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Congrats on the good times vince, just remember this is really impressive because this is a totally unique setup you guys pioneered, and your trap speeds seem really good, just looks like you need some nasty good 60' times and you'll be where you want.
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Old Aug 25, 2005 | 06:06 AM
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Thanks guys. Yeah, my 60' time suck ***, but we will get them down. With a little more tweak into the motor and chassis, then I think low 10's is very do-able. I am shooting for the single digit zone
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Old Aug 25, 2005 | 01:20 PM
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hey who did yours guy's alignment?
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Old Aug 25, 2005 | 09:21 PM
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Good Work, Patience, persistence and...well, you know patience and persistence. Congrats on the pass.
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Old Aug 26, 2005 | 02:43 PM
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Hey Vince, thanks for the props! Thank you for all of our help so far. Check your email, you got your wish.
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