In this cadmium episode, Jeff dislocates his shoulder patting himself on the back, Mental bothers someone at a trade show, Chrissy makes an expressive face, and Chris is sick of Hondas (for now).  Really, we talk all about the Lemons race at Thompson, the GP du lac Charggogetcetera as there is plenty to talk about from this eventful weekend.  

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Friday is Wear Your Helmet to Work Day presented by Roux

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Welcome to this highly cototient episode of our podcast, number 47 where Mental starts a cult, Jeff pees oil on his father's driveway, Chrissy gets dirty and wet, and Chris smells like meat.   We also discuss how we feel about the pressure of pushing to win when in a race compared to other options: which is fun and how can you combine for the best of both worlds.    We also discuss lots of listener feedback, prep for the Thompson race at Lemons and introduce a new segment: On The Spot.

Radwood Philly:     

https://www.facebook.com/groups/877695112369738/permalink/1138038936335353/ 

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In this Palladium episode, 46, Mental chews gum, Jeff gets lost at an AutoX, Chrissy wants to know what Jeff’s colon is named, and Chris unknowingly does Yoga.   Really though, we talk all about what our pre race rituals are: how do you get ready for your shift on track and get your head and body in the right place. We also discuss recent race results, go all through the failure diagnosis of the Honda with listener feedback, and Chrissy gives just the tip!

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Summit Point has a new owner https://www.facebook.com/summitpoint/posts/10156831240856282  

In this intructive episode, 45, Mental sits in an RV in the rain, Jeff enjoys learning, Chrissy is faster than Jeff, and Chris doesn't crash the NSX (#Hagerty should totally sponsor us).  Really though, we talk all about what we did last weekend as Chrissy/Chris/Jeff were at NASA Pitt Race and Mental was instructing at Xtreme Xperience all doing and receiving instruction.   It was an eventful weekend all around and we have a lot to learn and share.  

Links!

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Sergio Marchionne CEO of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles dead at age 66.

http://www.thedrive.com/news/22385/sergio-marchionne-an-automotive-executive-icon-dead-at-66

BTW Janky - totally there, Hoon- Totally not.   

https://jalopnik.com/dictionary-com-now-lists-me-as-an-authority-on-sending-1827806173   

NASA Great lakes: http://nasagreatlakes.com

In this magnum episode, number 44, Jeff throws a socket at Chrissy's Mom, Mental is less drunk than usual, Chrissy becomes a Ross Bentley Superfan, and Chris is very en-gauge-ing!

We also talk about how to setup the cockpit of a race car.  This includes seat choice, installation and placement, gauge selection and adjustment, adjusting to different cars and setups, and how to make things more comfortable and accomodating.  We also talk about all of the stuff we're working on, news and notes from several series, and just the tip is back!  

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https://atlantamotorsportspark.com/teen-driving/  

In this slushy episode, our favorite guest Eric Rood is back as he hit his head on the latest Lemons rally, the Great Lakes Escape.  This time, Mental eats a twinkie, Jeff loves old ladies in toolbooths, Chrissy talks about coffee tables, Chris doesn't care about M3s racing, and Eric has redecorated.

Eric Rood tells us all about the latest Lemons Rally, the Great Lakes Mistake, that we are sad we all missed.  We also have lots of race updates, news and notes, and a hella sweet/butt terrible for Jeff's janky truck!  

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Lemons Rally Site - https://24hoursoflemons.com/lemons-rally/

Lemons Rally stuff on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/lemonsrally/

Clooney crashed his scooter in Sardina https://www.maxim.com/news/george-clooney-motorcycle-crash-2018-7

https://atlantamotorsportspark.com/teen-driving/  

In this questionable episode, 42, Jeff breaks Chris's new trailer, Mental does a burnout with an engine full of rainwater, Chrissy sits in a floaty chair and decides everyone else is dirty, and Chris discussing kidnapping supplies.  We also talk about news and notes, what we are working on, and what are the important things to do when you get a new to you car.  We also have just the tip for everyone!

Links: 

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Yolo County California is burning … close to both the home of head of Safety John Pagel and the team head of TinyVette Mike Meier … hoping they are all well!

http://www.newsweek.com/california-wildfires-yolo-county-fire-1010207

go to harbor freight now and get what you need!

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/05/business/china-us-trade-war-trump-tariffs.html

In this Supery Dupery episode (40!), live from the C&C Mahem Factory, Mental has an iron butt, Jeff thinks his green shirt makes him look fat, Chrissy has arts and crafts time, and Chris isn't allowed to have another Civic.  We also talk about how to pick out a race car for your own series, including how we picked out our new 300ZX.  We also discuss news and notes, what we are working on, race results, smooth jazz with Mental, and hella sweet or butt terrible for Jeff's Miata.  

Links:

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Driverless Car hits person(s)Story …. This time a historical jaunt by none other than Friend of the Three Pedal Mafia and legitimate Auto Journliast Brett Berk http://www.thedrive.com/vintage/6797/the-untold-history-of-the-first-driverless-car-crash-part-

You thought it was a NUMMI … Turns out I’m just still just NUMMI

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/19/business/elon-musk-tesla-employee-sabotage.html

Lemans women: Christina Nielson who was looking to win the #80 LMGTE AM class, not sure if they won, but it was nice to see there was one woman, which is not enough!!

https://www.lemans.org/en/news/only-one-woman-will-take-on-the-2018-24-hours-of-le-mans-christina-nielsen/49376

R&T Baruth Safety Story: 

https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/a21720871/the-future-of-professional-driving-instructor-safety/

In this super duper episode, Mental (thankfully) has worn out his voice, Jeff almost drifts into an old lady, Chris is a lumberjack and that's OK, and Chrissy is no longer scared of rain.   Really we talk about our usual shtick with a lot of what we are working on and a new 3 Pedal Mafia car, news and notes, and the main topic: racing with family.  Is it a terrible idea to race with family, or the worst idea?  We talk about our own experiences and give some listener feedback on the subject, things to think about and how to make it work OK-ish.  Chrissy is back with Just the Tip!

Notes:

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Saw The Bearded Wonder and his Race of Gentlemen car and bike!

https://deskgram.org/p/1800122091892593128_4053667081

https://deskgram.org/p/1799547696957126158_224701805

In this ambitious episode, Mental makes a stupid decision, Jeff's car is still broken, Chris works on a Honda, and Chrissy makes funny sounds.   Really, we talk about fabrication, what tools, tips, tricks, and materials we like to use and how to get started,  We also run through a recap of the recent Lucky Dog race, prep for the Lemons BFE race.  We also have hella sweet/butt terrible from Mental.

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Matt LeBlanc Leaving Top Gear

https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-44320696

Edd China has 2 new shows on YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jl87vho3JsU&list=PLLGEsSSRvpwBnmDscPq4nAx1Sl9x3p8gN

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ofrdxbm3RijOx6NsMU8Sg

Jeff will again discuss Teslas crashing on autopilot

http://www.thedrive.com/news/21172/tesla-on-autopilot-crashes-into-parked-california-police-cruiser

And in other crash news … http://autoweek.com/article/indycar/video-gm-executive-crashes-2019-corvette-zr-1-pace-car-delay-chevrolet-detroit-grand GM executive Mark Reuss crashes 2019 Corvette ZR1 pace car, delaying Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix

And on the note of bad ideas, guess what Mental bought and is picking up Tuesday?

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It’s the Scamp on the first post. 

Joe Gearin bought it a few years ago and drove it from Chicago to Fl

https://grassrootsmotorsports.com/forum/201x-classifieds/save-the-mighty-1981-champ-yesits-a-twin-stick/125223/page1/

Twin Stick!!

• Pike’s Peak Hillclimb Car is (Eric’s words) “is rad as all fuck.”

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