10/07/2025
Well shucks... that didn't go as planned this past weekend at Montpelier Motor Speedway by the Milkman. But that's been the theme for the whole chaotic season it seems.
After a decent qualifying run and adequate heat race, the night and season came to an end midway through the make-up feature due to a leak in the oil pan. Fortunately it was not the traditional angry connecting rod punching though the oil pan, but something external putting a small gouge in the side of the pan. couldn't find any bubblegum or quick set JB weld. But it should be an easy fix for the off season.
Off season- part of me questions whether the frustration , time and $$$ is really worth fighting the uphill battle especially since a few of the teams have got REALLY GOOD! I used to think an occasional top 5 was achievable, but now maybe a top 10 is more realistic with my current resources. Its tempting to exchange the operation and get a pontoon to relax floating around on the lake. Or maybe invest in a hunting plot where there is more than one deer per square mile... I have quite a few projects around the house too that are on my mental list.
But I also have a competitive and stubborn side too. Between the early season issues with getting new system harness and engine figured , and out the rainouts and small technical annoyances, I really don't feel like this season gave us a fair shot either to see if the upgrades were beneficial. Part of me still wants to take a couple of opportunities to drive it myself though my birth certificate and physical fitness coach (or lack of) argues that this may not be a good idea.
So I have a few months to figure this out. Finding a few business partners would definitely help, but personally I find it difficult to ask others for money to support wat i consider to be one of my passions. We are blessed to have many successful businesses in our area, but there is also a lot of need in the community too that they use their blessings to support. And therefore that is why I use my racing as a means to promote a mission that is very important to me- conservation of land, habitat, and natural resources.
One last note: I am interested in upgrading to an enclosed trailer. Nothing fancy or extravagant. Something from 18-24' would be ideal. So if anyone is selling one- I may be interested.
