In my Delaware summary a couple of weeks ago, I reported that the car took a big hit on the inside wall of the front stretch, ending the night for us. At the time it looked like the car would be OK from the spring pockets back but after striping the car and trying to re-jig it, it will need a little more work.
Kevin had to cut out the cross-member along with the front lower a-arm mounts. While it wasn't bent into a pretzel, the mounts were off enough that it would have been a different car. Had we more races to run, it may have worked the way it was, but since it's the off season for us we'll put it back to where it was and know what we have. Higher res shots are now located further up.
After a three event LOSC season, we need to thank the people that helped get us to the track. To Moes Mechanical (519-792-3734) for coming on board for some tires and shop use, L.A. Collision for car paint and related help and Leitch Performance Engines for helping us stay in the game. As well, we'd like to thank the Robblee's again for the good used tires they gave us for Delaware, much appreciated and you are a great representation of the teams out there.
Brad has also been a tremendous help to Kevin this year and just happens to be a great 'kid' (I can call him that because he's younger than me). Nic and Korey helped out when time permitted, Joey McColm also lent a hand as spotter when he could, which is appreciated, and Fleetham sports photography for taking some shots @ Mosport.
The results may not show it to everyone, but we feel it was an excellent year for this 'shoestring' operation. The car did what we wanted when adjustments were made and proved to be very competitive. With some additional resources, we're confident it's a top 5 car. Let's hope we can attend more races in the ???? series next year. ;)
Thanks for taking the time to read the Trevellin Motorsports Blog, we'll try to throw some tidbits of info in here during the off season so be sure to keep an eye on it. GO FAST, TURN LEFT!
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