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TxSwimDad
10-26-2008, 04:41 PM
Wow, what a weekend of speed. It was great to meet other Mopar fans at the Texas Mile.

In attendance were 3 Challengers running 140-145mph, a tuned SRT Cherokee @ 152mph, 3 Magnums and a 300. Only the Challengers, Cherokee & Lou’s Magnum were running in the event.

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There were lots of other interesting vehicles.
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So here is the run down of Lou’s passes.

Saturday morning was bright, cool & clear. ç I’m talking about the weather, NOT Lou! J

We didn’t arrive in time to see Lou’s 1st run but he crossed the speed trap with a blistering 55 MPH. Whhhewwww! Impressive, huh?
That pass put him in close competition with one other vehicle that made a 67 mph pass! Come on Lou, you can beat him!




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Actually, Lou had a minor issue that tripped the computers limp mode around the ¼ marker (130ish) and he coasted the rest of the way down the course.

Lou made a second run at 168 after we got there, spraying from about 1/2 mile.

Next time out, it was decided to run ALL MOTOR and dethrone the other famous red Magnum who holds the record @ 160.898mph. With that pass a 155.xxx was recorded. Not fast enough for a new all motor record. :blah:

For lunch, we grilled a brisket, sausage and hot dogs. Nothing but the finest for us
:Na_Na_Na_Na:




Next pass, Lou’s is hitting the bottles again. :friday: <== NO not those.....THESE!!!!
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The plan is to hit the NOS in 4th gear, let off to shift and hit it again in 5th. That pass neted a 177.xxx mph pass, with no issues. It was really cool to hear and see that monster motor roaring down the track. It definitely gained lots of attention and respect! As we watched Lou return down the tarmac to the pit area, there were accolades and thumbs up everywhere! :thumbs_u:Folks are hollering and taking pictures as he returns. You could see Lou waving to the crowd like a NASCAR winner. I’m glad he didn’t do any donuts or try a backflip.

That brought to a close our day and the Capital City crew headed back to Austin.

Sunday morning weather was again bright and clear. Lou called in and reported on Sunday’s passes.

One more attempt for the All Motor record resulted in a 159.303. Well, it looks like the All Motor of 160.898mph in Red’s car still stands. Come on all you big motored talkers, there's another event in October.

The next pass was going to be the last, so Lou could get back on the road to Florida. With bottles loaded and ready, he makes one more netting a 182.832mph!

WOW~! I can only imagine what that was like and how the crowd responded that time!

What was the fastest car out there? A Ford GT heavily modded was hitting 223. There were some bikes hitting high 220's. A Supra that showed up to run Sunday is expected to get well into the 230's. It runs low 8.4's in the qtr @ 178mph. :not_worth and is re-geared to top out at the traps. THIS just in....he hit 241.8
Congrats to Lou and his friend Philippe on a great weekend. You should be proud!

(video's to come)
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pigpen
10-26-2008, 04:49 PM
Holy crap, Congrats!!

So where the heck was Mr. Red Fox at then?
TxSwimDad
10-26-2008, 04:51 PM
Red is prepping for SEMA and some other business and home obligations. I texted to him a couple of times and spoke to him last night.

I think he is genuinely happy for Lou, though wishes he could have been there.
pigpen
10-26-2008, 04:56 PM
I think everyone will be trouble next year when foxx shows up with his beast!
Jaak
10-26-2008, 05:40 PM
Congrats Lou!

Yet more proof. Red IS the fastest color. LOL!!!
torRed #1169
10-26-2008, 05:45 PM
wow .
nice job :thumbs_u:
SublimeDaytona268
10-26-2008, 06:04 PM
Congrats Lou, as I stated elsewhere, that is some kick @ss speed you were hitting there. Youve got to be quite happy for yourself!

-Pat
Redfox0099
10-26-2008, 06:29 PM
Sweet...I need a new football now for fastest N/A Mile...down from Fastest overall


Congrats again Lou, see you at the Maxton Mile Buddy.
MAGFX
10-26-2008, 06:55 PM
Congrats Lou!

Yet more proof. Red IS the fastest color. LOL!!! Actually, I think the determining factor is that it is a MAGNUM. LOL


A big congrats to Lou and what a great writeup, Les.:rock::rock:
WAKE FAN
10-26-2008, 07:51 PM
Way to GO Lou.Thanks for letting us hang out with you and Philippe.
deathtrain
10-26-2008, 08:15 PM
YES great run Lou. and we do need a new foot ball for N/A.
hemiwagn
10-26-2008, 08:56 PM
Terrific write-up and congrats again to Lou!
You get to wear a the very rare and special 180MPH Club T-shirt now.
gnat
10-26-2008, 09:51 PM
Lou made a second run at 168 after we got there, spraying from about 1/2 mile. The all motor run was the third run of the day.

It sure was a sight to see him coming down pit row after the 177 run. waving to the crowd, huge smile on his face. Lots of people on the pit road had dumbfounded looks on their face at the wagon that just run with the Z06's
TxSwimDad
10-26-2008, 09:54 PM
Lou made a second run at 168 after we got there, spraying from about 1/2 mile. The all motor run was the third run of the day.

It sure was a sight to see him coming down pit row after the 177 run. waving to the crowd, huge smile on his face. Lots of people on the pit road had dumbfounded looks on their face at the wagon that just run with the Z06's


Thanks I'll update the posting. CRS setting in.
:doh:
Cam
10-26-2008, 10:19 PM
Hey TSD, great job on the thread. It makes me feel guilty for doing mine. But Lou had called and said spread the word......and there ya have it :P.


Hey what's this I heard some damn turbo'd busa ran 260???.................gezzz!.
Super T
10-26-2008, 11:07 PM
Damn.... major props to you Lou.
TxSwimDad
10-27-2008, 08:44 AM
Hey TSD, great job on the thread. It makes me feel guilty for doing mine. But Lou had called and said spread the word......and there ya have it :P.

No problem at all...


Hey what's this I heard some damn turbo'd busa ran 260???.................gezzz!.

WOW, I had not heard that, but then there were some crazy bikes showing up.
Patrick G
10-27-2008, 08:47 AM
Enjoyed seeing the 6.1L Hemi crowd well represented at the Texas Mile. I was the driver who had the Jeep GC SRT8 that went over 150mph. Felt great navigating the brick to faster speeds that a lot of sleeker sports cars out there. And while the SRT8 Jeeps are known for their prowess at 0-60, it's nice to know they can pull pretty well at higher speeds too.

Mods are BWoody CAI, FRI Little Boy cam, American Racing 1 3/4" headers, FRI ported intake, and SLP UD pulley. Still stock heads. Some of the credit for strong top end (for a Jeep) comes from the lowered ride height thanks to BWoody springs. Taping the front was worth 1.5 mph.

The top honors for speed went to SW in his awesome black Supra: 241.8mph.

The little white EVO went 224mph.
TxSwimDad
10-27-2008, 08:49 AM
Enjoyed seeing the 6.1L Hemi crowd well represented at the Texas Mile. I was the driver who had the Jeep GC SRT8 that went over 150mph. Felt great navigating the brick to faster speeds that a lot of sleeker sports cars out there. And while the SRT8 Jeeps are known for their prowess at 0-60, it's nice to know they can pull pretty well at higher speeds too.

Mods are BWoody CAI, FRI Little Boy cam, American Racing 1 3/4" headers, FRI ported intake, and SLP UD pulley. Still stock heads. Some of the credit for strong top end (for a Jeep) comes from the lowered ride height thanks to BWoody springs. Taping the front was worth 1.5 mph.


Congrats Patrick! I was hoping that tape would help out. We did it to Nathan's in the spring and picked up a little, too.
BigHemi06
10-27-2008, 09:04 AM
Congrats Lou that some serious speed in a flying brick !!
CDesmondO
10-27-2008, 07:23 PM
Hey TSD, great job on the thread. It makes me feel guilty for doing mine. But Lou had called and said spread the word......and there ya have it :P.


Hey what's this I heard some damn turbo'd busa ran 260???.................gezzz!.


That is ridiculous. i have had my bike up to 172 on the Airstrip here. Took me 4 hours to unclench my butt cheeks.
lou1355
10-27-2008, 08:10 PM
Les, thanks for the write up and thanks for the cameraderie and the brisket. Nice to meet all three of you guys.

I need to catch some sleep, but tomorrow I hope to post up some pics, vids, timeslips and a narrative.

Thanks, All..
TxSwimDad
10-27-2008, 08:13 PM
Les, thanks for the write up and thanks for the cameraderie and the brisket. Nice to meet all three of you guys.

I need to catch some sleep, but tomorrow I hope to post up some pics, vids, timeslips and a narrative.

Thanks, All..


Not a problem.

As for your comments about moving to Texas. We now have one vacancy for a fast Magnum. I think you can fill that spot :roll:
viper3ez
10-28-2008, 09:51 AM
nice,

when is the next one?
Patrick G
10-28-2008, 11:00 PM
nice,

when is the next one?March 2009

www.texasmile.net (http://www.texasmile.net)
lou1355
10-28-2008, 11:08 PM
Here is my post with pics of the event: http://www.lxforums.com/board/showthread.php?t=136501